Please join us for a presentation by longtime VPA lobbyist Josh Myers where he will answer questions about the state of film incentives and how you can get involved in legislative activity. Josh has represented the VPA on Capitol Hill for more than a decade, helping to increase the Virginia film incentive program in the process. Josh… Read more »

**Film/production companies, sole proprietors, and independent contractors in the industry that meet additional listed criteria can qualify for this program. Please see below.** Governor Ralph Northam today announced $70 million for small businesses and nonprofit organizations whose normal operations were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will be made available through Rebuild VA, a… Read more »

Please join us for a chat with B.K. Fulton, CEO of Virginia-based Soulidify Productions and the SoulVision.tv streaming app. His film, “1 Angry Black Man,” is now streaming on the Byrd Theatre’s Virtual Screening Room. B.K. Fulton is founding chairman and CEO of Soulidifly Productions, LLC, a full feature film, stage and television investment and production… Read more »

DC Camera continues to sponsor special zoom discussions as part of their Ready to Roll Initiative, about the status and future of film production during the pandemic. This week features the topic of all ‘All Things Locations,’ with Virginia’s very own Andy Edmunds, film commissioners from DC and Maryland, and experienced location manager Wes Hagan… Read more »

We are seeking self starting individuals for Television Series Executive Assistant and/or Production Assistant position who are eager to get their foot in the door in the film industry. Candidates must be organized, hard working and able to work full time. Position would begin in November and all candidates must be local to Richmond, VA,… Read more »

Headshots in The DC/VA/MD area! NYC’s Top headshot photographer Barry Morgenstein is returning for another weekend in the DC/VA/MD area for headshots Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23rd. Our location will be cleaned and scrubbed. The makeup artists will be wearing masks . Photographer Barry Morgenstein is more than 6 feet away when shooting. … Read more »

Seeking African American Woman (35-45) to play the lead in a powerful monologue scene. INFO ABOUT THE ROLE Being black in America has never been an easy task. This short scene seeks to explore the frustration and emotions of an unapologetically strong black woman living in a land where she doesn’t feel welcome or safe. This… Read more »

Groundworks Companies is shooting a TV Commercial. PAID. Actors Needed: Male mid 30s to mid 40s. Male Mid 30’s Female Mid 30’s Baby, from 3 months to 1 year old. Male late 60s Female late 60’s Concept: A man, a young couple with their baby and an older couple are at their home worried because… Read more »

Liberty University Student Film: Casting Call for white male age 40-60 to play Dr. James Franklin in a sci-fi drama set in the 1950s ABOUT THE ROLE Doctor James Franklin is a brilliant but eccentric scientist working for a secret government organization studying alien life. A timid man at heart, he is supported by his… Read more »

Music video for artist Islam Rap God song “Pig”. We need several roles to be cast. Police Officers, Girlfriend. friend and extras Needed: State Troopers – 2 White Adult Males, Age doesn’t matter, 2hrs of work $25 an hr. City Police Officers – 3 Black Adult Males, Age doesn’t matter, 2hrs of work $25 an… Read more »

The Byrd Theatre is hosting a virtual (via Zoom) Q&A session tomorrow evening (Wednesday, June 17, 2020) at 7pm with Richmond VPA Board Member and filmmaker Teddy Leinbach and hosted by Byrd Theatre Board Member and Richmond VPA Chair Steve Taylor.   They will be discussing Teddy’s documentary film 50 Over. 50 Over documents an epic road trip… Read more »

Georgetown University’s Center for Continuing and Professional Education is offering Introduction to Screenwriting, this summer via the virtual video conferencing interface Zoom. This affordable six-week class is being taught by Kevin Downs, an independent filmmaker/writer who has written screenplays and held key creative positions with several Academy, Emmy, and Grammy Award-winning/nominated producers, directors, and recording… Read more »

LYNCHBURG – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM – TENTATIVE DATES, SEPT 29 – OCT 6 – PAID Description: “Perfect Harmony” – a perfectionist composer wars against her relentless inner critic to write the perfect piece. Seeking composer: needs to be knowledgeable in classical music. Lead Roles: 1. Female, 20’s [Actress will play two roles].… Read more »

Join the Virginia Film Office on Wednesday, May 27 at 1 PM on Instagram Live for our first interview in a series of talks we’re simply calling VIFFL Conversations — intimate chats between film office director Andy Edmunds and various friends in the industry with strong Virginia ties. We begin with a special one; Mark… Read more »

Virginia is currently open to all safe, responsible production, following the suggested best health and safety practices set forth by the Virginia Department of Health, and Governor Northam’s Guidelines for All Business Sectors. The Virginia Film Office places the highest priority on the health and safety of our film community members.  As localities continue to enact measures toward… Read more »

STUDENT FILM CASTING CALL-African American Woman mid-20s Seeking African American Woman  to play Vivian in sci-fi drama set in the 1950s. INFO ABOUT THE ROLE Vivian is a confident, kindhearted, and intelligent lab assistant working under Dr. James Franklin for a secret government organization studying alien activity. Her relationship with her mentor Dr. Franklin is… Read more »

Currently casting for student short film: Lynchburg, VA TENTATIVE DATES: Oct 27-Nov 5 LEAD ROLE: Asian Female, age 23-29 (preferably Japanese) SUPPORTING ROLE: Asian Female, age 50-70 (preferably Japanese) SUPPORTING ROLE: Male, age 23-29 SUPPORTING ROLE: Male, age 40-50 If interested, please email [email protected] to set up an audition. If possible, please include a headshot,… Read more »

Woodlake Productions is seeking crew for its upcoming feature film “The Council of Ten” Seeking: Director of Photography/Cinematographer 1st A.C 2nd A.C 1st A.D Script Supervisor Grips x2 Boom Operator Production Assistant x2 Hair/Make Up Artist Craft Services Please email [email protected] with the subject line being the position you are apply for. Submit resume with… Read more »

Who: Light House Studio What: Summer Film Academy Where: Online When: June 1 – August 21 (workshops are one week, M – F) How Much: Prices vary. Financial aid available. See our website for more details.   2020 ONLINE SUMMER FILM ACADEMY UPDATE We hope you and your families are figuring your ways through quarantine.… Read more »

Who: Light House Studio What: Online Masterclass with Hollywood Executive Jocelyn Diaz (bio below) When: May 19, 5:30 – 6:30pm EST Where: Online via Zoom link How: Register on our website HERE and pay what you can ($20 suggested value) About Jocelyn Diaz After graduating from the University of Virginia in 1999 with a degree in… Read more »

Dear Friends, As communities begin moving toward measured economic re-opening, please stay tuned for updates and links to best practices and suggested guidelines.  Our goal will always be to ensure the safest return to the work we know and love. At this time we ask that everyone adhere to all health and safety practices recommended… Read more »

2020 VPA SCREENWRITING CONTEST CALLING ALL SCREENWRITERS, CALLING ALL SCREENWRITERS! Have you been sitting around bored in your house feeling like your creative juices are starting to fade because of this pandemic? 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 script that… Read more »

Richmond International Film Festival presents the RIFFx Online Series, co-presented by the RIFF Arts Institute. Monday, May 4 at 2pm RIFFx Series episode features 16 BARS with some very special guests! Catch it at 2pm Eastern time via Facebook Live Broadcast @ Facebook.com/RVAFilmFest

The #23rdTIVAPeerAwards will be streaming live from the facilities at Interface Media Group and Glass River Media (taking care to observe all social-distancing protocols) on Sunday, May 3, starting with a “virtual cocktail hour” at 5:30p and the ceremony itself at 6:15p. We will embed the YouTube livestream on our website, www.tivadc.org, and you can view directly from  YouTube here,… Read more »