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Virtual & Middleburg – Middleburg Film Festival – Oct 15-18 – Tickets available now

The Middleburg Film Festival is taking place this weekend!  OCT 15-18 This years festival will have drive-in movie options, as well as virtual screenings, conversations, tributes, and events! Find the full schedule of events here: https://films.middleburgfilm.org/  

Remote – Documentary Editing Class – 10/22/20-11/12/20 – Fee

Docs in Progress is offering a remote course led by Paul Moon to educate students on digital storytelling. This virtual class is designed for anyone new to documentary editing. 6 Zoom sessions will introduce participants to editing software and techniques. Costs range from $375-$425. Contact the Interim Executive Director, Barbara Valentino, through (301) 789-2797 or… Read more »

Richmond-Seeking 7 actors local to RVA-October-PAID

Anne Chapman Casting & VCUarts Cinema are seeking 7 Local to RVA actors for 3 short student films shooting October, 2020 Rate: $200/shoot day – Final authorization for engagement of services is dependent upon university budget approval. COVID-19 Production Protocol Will Be Followed Due to COVID-19 Travel Concerns this is a Local Production using Actors Local to Richmond,… Read more »

RICHMOND- CASTING FEMALE AND MALE LEAD FOR SHORT FILM-EARLY MARCH 2021- PAID

After moving in with her two brothers following the death of her fiancé, Cleo attempts to reach out to the recently deceased through one of her father’s old witchcraft spells. Bousquet Pictures and Fox Paw Productions are proud to present Open, a ghost story. Our team is seeking a versatile lead actress for the role of… Read more »

Roanoke – Seeking PA for project – Sept 26-27 – Paid

In need of a strong Production Assistant with excellent communication skills. This PA will be responsible for the needs of assistant on the show as well as keeping in contact with the LA based production team/producers throughout the filming process. Full PA rate $15/hr. Must be 18+   CONTACT: Morgan De Bolt , [email protected]

STATEWIDE – Global Film and Music Festival – Open Now, October 17th Deadline – Free

They are accepting submissions in the form of mobile video, informative video, music video, entertaining video, short film, TikTok video, and documentary. Winners will be announced in November and The Global Film and Music Festival will screen winning submissions from November 1st-14th from 1pm-3pm. Google Link to submit: https://bit.ly/32Xf49g Contact the festival creators through their… Read more »

STATEWIDE-THE KdentsTV HORROR FILM CONTEST-OPEN NOW, OCT 23 DEADLINE-NO FEE

Cadence Theatre Company & KdentsTV Present The KdentsTV Horror Film ContestLike scary movies!? More importantly, do you like to make scary movies? If so, KdentsTV wants to see them! Submit your short horror film for a chance to win cool prizes (like a GoPro!). With Halloween around the corner, October is the perfect time for… Read more »

Statewide – Rebuild VA Expanded Eligibility Criteria – Additional Production Industry Businesses Included

In July, the Commonwealth launched a new grant program for small businesses and nonprofits called Rebuild VA. We are writing today to let you know that Rebuild VA has expanded its eligibility criteria to allow more small businesses to apply. The application is open and available here. Small supply chain partners of businesses forced to… Read more »

STATEWIDE- BWE Media Festival-Open Now, Nov 24 Deadline-Fee

The BWE Media Festival® ​2021 (BMF21​®) has officially launched the start of its season with the opening of submissions for its film and music festival. The festival is now accepting Feature Film, Short Film, Episodic and Music Video submissions through November 24, 2020 in all categories. Official selections will be eligible for category awards and… Read more »

Statewide – Roy W. Dean Film Grant Fall 2020 – Oct 31 deadline – fee

Created to help independent filmmakers get their films started or completed, the final Roy W. Dean Grant of 2020 is now open for applications.  Grant winner will receive $3,000 cash as well as approximately $28,000 more in film goods and production services.   Founded in 1993 by  Carole Dean, President of top rated non-profit  From the Heart Productions,… Read more »

Midlothian – Casting female lead for student horror short – tentative dates Oct 14, 17, 18 – non paid

Casting female lead for student horror short. Shooting three days in Midlothian, VA October 14th, 17th, and 18th with rain dates in the following week. We will also need you for a short meeting in early October to grab a photo of you and another cast member that will be used as a prop. Shoot… Read more »

Richmond – Seeking Boom Operator – tentative dates Sept 18-20 – Paid

Currently seeking a boom operator for a Non Union, paid, project filming in Richmond, VA from Friday, September 18th – Sunday, September 20th. **Own equipment preferred but not required** Please send serious inquiries to: Gabriel Reis,  [email protected]   

Virtual Screening – UNMARKED, part of Richmond International Film Fest – Sept 8-13 – Fee

Documentary short, Unmarked, is available for a virtual screening as part of the RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL September 8-13. Please tune in for this powerful and educational piece of work. In the South, vast amounts of African-American grave sites and burial grounds for enslaved persons have been disappearing over the years. In Virginia alone, stories… Read more »

Hampton Roads – casting for marketing campaign – tentative dates early sept – paid

ACTORS & ACTRESSES NEEDED This is for a content marketing campaign. Wage are within a range of $15-20/hr, on a half-day’s work (6 hours) in the Hampton Roads area. The shoot will last for one day within the first week of September, so please plan accordingly. There will not be a formal audition due to… Read more »

Statewide – ScriptDC programs – Sept events – Fee

You Had Me at Page One – ScriptDC Sept. 8th @ 6:30 PM You Had Me at Page One with Pilar Alessandra Make the reader love you on the first page! Learn screenwriting techniques that help your script hit the ground running. Using script examples we take a hard look at word choice, character descriptions, dialogue… Read more »

Richmond – TV Miniseries production office staff – tentative start date mid September – Paid

Richmond – TV Miniseries production office staff – mid September – paid   We are seeking enthusiastic individuals for a new Television miniseries.  Production Secretary, Executive Assistant and/or Production Assistant positions who are eager to get their foot in the door in the film industry.   Candidates must be organized, hard working and able to… Read more »

Lynchburg – Seeking actor for Virginia Wolf film – tentative dates sept 26- oct 2 – paid

Supporting Actor: African-American male, ages 18-22. $100/a day, no travel compensation More information here: https://www.facebook.com/Virginia-Wolf-103325994730617 CONTACT: Rebekah Covey, [email protected]

Richmond – Casting for “The Farm” feature film – tentative dates late OCT early NOV – Paid

The Farm – Casting Call for a Feature Film (Non-union)   Tom – any ethnicity – 30-35 yrs ⁃ Tom lives the farm house he inherited from his father. His father unexpectedly died in a car accident. Tom struggles with the loss of his father and running the unprofitable family farm.   Catherine – any… Read more »

HAMPTON ROADS – CASTING FOR MARKETING CAMPAIGN – ONE DAY IN SEPTEMBER – PAID

ACTORS & ACTRESSES NEEDED This is for a content marketing campaign. Wage are within a range of $15-20/hr, on a half-day’s work (6 hours) in the Hampton Roads area. The shoot will last for one day within the first week of September, so please plan accordingly. There will not be a formal audition due to… Read more »

Virtual and In-person – Richmond International Film Festival – Sept 8-13 – Tickets on sale now!

JOIN US SEPT 8-13, 2020 FOR THE RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: 6 DAYS OF CUTTING-EDGE FILM, MUSIC, AND EVENTS The Richmond International Film Festival is excited to have new dates. This year will be a hybrid model that includes select socially distanced physical events and a full virtual festival that patrons can enjoy from their… Read more »

Prince George County – Docu-style film seeking camera operator – tentative dates Sept 1-2 – paid

Prince George County/Washington D.C Area Looking for the following roles for a docu-style production 9/1 and 9/2: Camera Operator   CONTACT:  Kayline Anantua, [email protected] Happy to provide further info upon request! Also open to recommendations for any other groups that might be more DC specific