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Alexandria – Seeking Actors for PSA – March 28th – Paid

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a non-union PSA shooting in Alexandria, VA on March 28, 2023. We are currently looking for the following type:   Principal – any gender/ethnicity, 20-70, with a physical disability   AT THIS TIME WE ARE ONLY LOOKING FOR TALENT WHO HAVE A PHYSICAL DISABILITY   For consideration… Read more »

Charlottesville – Entries for the 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival is now open – October 2023 – Fee

Attention Filmmakers!  The 2023 Call for Entries for the 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival is now open! Every year the Festival showcases new narrative and documentary features, shorts, and independent films from US and international-based filmmakers from all filmmaking backgrounds. All Virginia residents and students can submit for FREE! Dates Early Bird Deadline – May… Read more »

Chase City – Book Signing/Q&A with Cinematographer Roger Deakins 4/15 – $25-80

Calling all film lovers! Join Academy Award-winning cinematographer Sir Roger Deakins for a book signing and Q&A reception on Saturday, April 15th at the Mecklenburg Country Club in Chase City, VA. BOOK SIGNING: 12-4pm Q&A RECEPTION: 5-7pm (with Roger and his wife and collaborator, James, moderated by Beverly Wood, friend and worked with them for over 30 years on various film projects) His book, BYWAYS is… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for short film – 3/28/23 – Pay Increase

Casting Notice for the new, upcoming short film “BLACK on BLACK” to be included in short series “When Will Our Black Lives Ever Matter” by Vision Filmworks and TIMELESS PRODUCTIONS. Looking to cast multifaceted and multitalented actors for the following characters: KAREEM- (AA, age range 25-40, lead male) an aspiring R&B singer/rapper who is in… Read more »

Norfolk – Casting Call for ODU Short Departmental Film – April 2023 – Paid

Norfolk, VA ACTORS Anne Chapman Casting & ODU Film – seeking 5 actors – Non-Union Short Departmental Film – $150-200/day   IN TRUE COLOR ODU Film Program Non-Union Short Departmental Film Production Company: ODU Film Director: Priya Vashist Producer: Kiannah McClure Writer: Brianna Thurston Casting Director: Anne Chapman Casting Assistants: Brianna Thurston, HG Bjork, Desiree… Read more »

Fairfax – Casting Call for Student Film – 3/17/23 – 3/19/23 – Non Paid

Looking for actor for student film. Non-union student film seeking out two leads; one extra with a speaking line; any and all willing participants to be extras on this wonderful production. Director: Damien Krzesinski Producer: Emilee Hayward Co-Producer: Tariq Ismail Written by: Damien Krzesinksi & Nicole Dawn Bender DP: Julian Pryce Production type: Independent/Non-union/Student –… Read more »

Richmond – Documentary Filmmaking WorkShop – 3/18/23 – Register $35

Happening Saturday, March 18th, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM,  Belltower Pictures and Oakwood Arts are hosting the third installment of the “How to Make a Documentary Film” workshop series. With guest speakers, Jesse Vaughan, Randall Taylor, and Martin Montgomery this workshop will explore the general subject of “Shooting the Film” by discussing topics surrounding cinematography, the art of interviewing, and story structure development.… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for Student Short Film – April 14th-16th – Non Paid

NEW SURGE PRODUCTIONS – A STUDENT-RUN VCU ORGANIZATION Seeking young actors for NON-PAID positions for our goofy ensemble comedy short film NOT JUST A WORD. The film’s storyline and available acting positions are described below. For more information, please visit our official casting breakdown: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EgndsorGHHQcR_etWcCNT1jpigVF9TrVsh_rjTnsZGs/edit?usp=sharing   SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Submit a current headshot, resume, and a… Read more »

Charlottesville – Seeking Lead and Assistant Teaching Artists – Summer 2023 – Paid

Light House Studio is looking for experienced filmmakers to lead and assist in mentoring workshops for students ranging from 8-21 years old. Lead Teaching Artists manage and lead filmmaking workshops. Assistant Teaching Artists work closely with the Lead Teaching Artist to facilitate filmmaking lessons and exercises. Workshops usually run Monday to Friday, 8:45 – 3:15pm,… Read more »

Woodstock – Seeking gaffer/lighting tech, first A.D., sound mixer and script supervisor for SAG micro budget feature – April 10-15 – Paid

Pay is on low end, please send your desired rate for a six-day shoot. Crew from Winchester/Harrisonburg/Front Royal/Leesburg/Manassas areas especially encouraged to apply but local housing possible for anyone traveling more than 45 minutes each way. Contact writer/director Zack Van Eyck at [email protected] with rates or with inquiries. For more on writer/producer, please see: IMDB.me/zackvaneyck

Richmond – Seeking short film submissions – March 15 – Fee

Submissions are open for the fifth installment of the Richmond Film Network Short Film Series being held on April 19, 2023 at Bow Tie Movieland, Richmond. The Short Film Series is an experience that brings together innovative, independent storytellers and discerning audiences for its monthly program of short films, compelling moderated filmmaker Q&As, and meaningful networking in a single night. Submissions from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ, and… Read more »

Virtual – Documentary Impact Strategies Workshop – March 1 – $30 fee

In this workshop, Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker and Impact Producer, Laura Seltzer-Duny will share successful impact strategies based on her films.  She will help attendees assess how their film (or film idea in development) can:   Encourage social action & activism; Help change public policy; Engage experts to develop & coordinate educational materials to accompany the film;… Read more »

Lynchburg – Screening of ‘Unmarked’ Documentary – Free – Feb 18

The critically-acclaimed documentary ‘Unmarked’, which filmed significant portions throughout Virginia, will be having a special screening Saturday, Feb. 18 at 4:30 at the Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg! Link to reserve FREE tickets below. The documentary sheds light on the thousands of African-American grave sites and burial grounds for enslaved persons that have… Read more »

Williamsburg – Ampersand International Arts Festival 2/27-3/5 – Various Free Events/All Film Pass $60

The Ampersand International Arts Festival features over 60 events including film, live music, theater, dance, and literature from February 27 – March 5 in Williamsburg, VA. Program highlights include a Q&A session with actor Danny Pudi after a screening of his new film Running, a performance by The Improvised Shakespeare Company, and a conversation with… Read more »

Richmond – Documentary Filmmaking Workshop – February 18th – $35 Fee

“HOW TO MAKE A DOCUMENTARY FILM” WORKSHOP  Happening this Saturday, February 18th, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM,  Belltower Pictures and Oakwood Arts are hosting the second installment of the “How to Make a Documentary Film” workshop series, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.  With guest speakers, Samantha Willis, David Powers, and Craig Martin this workshop will explore the general subject of… Read more »

Remote – Q&A with filmmaker Nina Menkes – February 16th

George Mason University presents a virtual Q&A with filmmaker Nina Menkes discussing her acclaimed new film, Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power.   The event will be held online (via Zoom) on Thursday, February 16th from 6:00-7:00pm.  To register, you members can click on the link below.  After they register, they’ll receive an email with a link to view Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power before the Feb. 16th event.… Read more »