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 »
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NORFOLK – Q&A and Networking Event with Casting Director – February 19 – Ticketed
Enjoy an up close and personal Q&A and networking event with casting director Jamie Castro! Private event space will be sent to registrants. They are accepting the first 40 registrants only. Jamie’s credits include SCANDAL, GREY’S ANATOMY, HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER, STATION 19, INVENTING ANNA, and more! Event will be held at 1PM… Read more »
Williamsburg – Casting Call for Student Comedy Web Series – April 2023 – Unpaid
Student Comedy Web Series Looking For Actors Aged 40-60 A new comedy web series is being filmed on the William & Mary campus in Williamsburg. “The Creative Types” is a funny and affectionate look at creative college students who make films, act in plays, write stories and struggle (sometimes in vain) to express themselves creatively.… 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 »
REMOTE – SEEKING ARCHIVAL RESEARCHER FOR DOCUMENTARY – DEADLINE MARCH 20 – PAID
Seeking an archival producer or researcher for 66 minute documentary. Need to identify copyright owners of approximately 50 images taken from the internet. Deadline is March 20. Paid position. Work can be done remotely. If interested, contact Martin Zied at [email protected]
FAIRFAX – Momentum // Memoriam SCREENING AND Q&A – FEBRUARY 12, 2-4 PM – Free
While working on a photography project, Jason Cortez was killed in a random act of gun violence on September 10, 2021. He was 29. MOMENTUM//MEMORIAM is an experimental film created by a group of his artistic collaborators to honor Jason’s legacy as an artist and a dear friend. They will also be screening several of… Read more »
Virginia – Loreen Arbus Disability Awareness Grant Calls for submissions – Deadline March 3 – Free
Through the generosity of Loreen Arbus, New York Women in Film and Television has established the Loreen Arbus Disability Awareness Grant. The film completion grant for $6,500 will be awarded to a woman filmmaker for a film on physical or developmental disability issues. Directors and producers are eligible to apply. Films may be of any length or… Read more »
DC – Part Time Assistant Video Editor – ASAP – PAID
World Central Kitchen, Inc. (WCK) seeks a talented and committed part-time Assistant Video Editor to join the organization’s growing Communications Department. Part of an amazing Communications team, the successful candidate must have a deep dedication to World Central Kitchen’s mission, possess excellent video creation and editing skills, thrive in a dynamic environment, and have a… Read more »
DC – 7 News seeking Newscast Producer – ASAP – PAID
7 News in Washington, DC has an immediate opening for an energetic, creative, smart Newscast Producer. They are looking for someone who loves coming to work each day with great energy to create unpredictable, fast paced, breaking news driven newscasts. You must be a strong communicator who is good with people because you will work closely with… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for Student Short Film – February 18-19 – Unpaid
*CASTING CALL* – NO EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED! Production Title: Ruby’s Circus Union/Non-Union: Non-Union, Unpaid Production Type: Student Short Film Genre: Drama, Slice-of-life Director: Nicole Nguyen Production Dates: February 18/19 Filming Location: Richmond, VA Requirements for all applicants: Please submit your headshot and contact information to [email protected]. For child actors, please submit a headshot of… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for MFA thesis – February 6-7 – Paid
Casting Call for Film Production AND Live Performance The Untitled Project (MFA thesis project) is looking for two international female dancers in contemporary/modern dance background, preferably also with acting experience. Audition Dates: February 6-7, 2023 Audition Location: Virginia Commonwealth University Contact Information: [email protected] Please email your name, age, height, and headshots to the above… Read more »
Richmond – Seeking Camera Operator for Indie Feature Film – Summer 2023 – Paid
Small Indie Production Company seeks camera operator for feature film to be shot this summer in Richmond. Must be Richmond Local. Must be fully COVID vaxxed. A passion for film and a willingness to work, learn and collaborate is much more important than experience. For interview, submit to: [email protected]
Chesapeake – Casting Call for Student Short Film – March 24th – Unpaid
*CASTING CALL* Production Title: Blood on the Boardwalk Union/Non-Union: Non-Union, Unpaid Production Type: Student Short Film Genre: Thriller/Action Director: Kenny Williams Production Dates: March 24 Filming Location: N/A In-person Audition Dates: 02/10 5:30pm-6:30pm Auditions will be held at Regent University. Please email [email protected] to confirm where to meet and when you can come Video auditions… Read more »
Richmond – Documentary Filmmaking Workshops – $35/class – Winter/Spring
DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING WORKSHOPS AT OAKWOOD ARTS Belltower Pictures is partnering with Oakwood Arts to conduct a series of five documentary filmmaking workshops for those who are currently underrepresented in the film industry. The goal of the series is to teach and support documentary filmmaking by BIPOC creatives. Belltower Pictures produced the nationally telecast, Emmy… Read more »
Virginia – Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant now accepting entries – Deadline April 29th – Fee
Now, in its 3rd year, the Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant is now open for entries. The grant offers the winner $3,000 and thousands more in donated services to help them complete their film. The grant is sponsored by the 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions which is dedicated to helping independent filmmakers get their films funded. The… Read more »
Virtual – Script breakdown and schedule seminar – January 26th – Fee
This step-by-step seminar focuses on what you need to know to create a script breakdown and schedule for low-budget independent scripted projects. Using a short narrative script, we will go over the steps and general principles for scheduling film productions using simple excel spreadsheets. You will receive a link to the script that will be… Read more »
Richmond – VPA Film Master Class – Feb 9 and 11 – Free (Registration Required)
The Virginia Production Alliance is partnering with VCU’s Institute for Contemporary Art and 36-time Emmy Award Winning Director, Jesse Vaughn, for this informative two-part Master Class. We will analyze scenes to explore the relationship between actor and director to gain better understanding of how deeper connections can be made. Workshop Takaways Dive into the Director/Actor… Read more »
Richmond – Intern Needed for Production Company – ASAP – Paid
Local Production company is looking for a part time intern who is interested in learning all facets of movie making including preproduction software, script and shot management, on-set video and audio production etc. This position is intended to lead to being AD or Set Manager on a new feature project to be shot late spring/summer… Read more »
Hampton Roads- 2023 VPA Screenwriting Competition- Accepting Submissions Now-Feb 28th-Prize Money
CALLING ALL SCREENWRITERS, CALLING ALL SCREENWRITERS! Have you been sitting around bored in your house, ready to show off your amazing writing skills with the burning passion of one thousand suns!? Do you have an old script you have been hanging on to, waiting for the right time? Why don’t you pick up that old… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for Student Short Film – March 18-26 – Paid
Logline: When Sarah’s professional wrestler dad comes home earlier than expected, Neil (her boyfriend) depends on his stoner friends to help him escape without getting caught by her dad. Paid Role in Need: Owen Owens: Supporting role, 40s to late 50s male. 5’10 or taller. Big build and muscles. Intimidating wrestler who’s hard on guys… Read more »
Richmond – Casting for Student Short Film – March 17-26 – Unpaid
NEW SURGE PRODUCTIONS – A STUDENT-RUN VCU ORGANIZATION: Seeking college aged actors for NON-PAID positions for our hijinks-filled comedy student film THE ESCAPE. The film’s logline and available acting positions are described below. If you are interested please fill out this google form https://forms.gle/tQmXByZpu6bRfz39A They are accepting applications until January 27th, 2023. Logline: When Sarah’s… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Lead Actress for short comedy horror film – January 21st – Paid
$100/daily! Looking for an actress to play a leading role. 2 days maximum. Age can range from mid twenties to early thirties. No ethnicity restrictions. I am looking for an actress who can exude great comedic timing. They also need to switch quickly from a funny moment to a dramatic beat. If interested, please submit… Read more »
RICHMOND – Richmond Film Network Short Film Series – January 18th – Ticketed
From the producer of the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project and creator of the VHSL Film Festival comes the Richmond Film Network Short Film Series. This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new, and emerging cinematic creators from Richmond and beyond, and screens at Bow Tie Movieland. Official selections for the January 18 Series are: “How… Read more »
Richmond – VPA State of the Industry Annual Event – 1/24 – Free for Members/$5
The Virginia Production Alliance invites you to one of its biggest events of the year! The annual STATE OF THE INDUSTRY is a celebration of film and video production in Virginia. January 24 6-9 PM Hardywood Craft Brewery 2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond VA 23230 At this event, film professionals and those who aspire to join the industry… Read more »