FRENCHY WATERS is seeking THREE actors local to central Virginia for a non-union short film. Filming is expected to take place May 30 through June 1, 2024, in Charlottesville, Virginia. TAKE MY HAND LOGLINE: Serial killer seeking a cure for loneliness develops a special relationship with the severed hand of one of his victims, only… Read more »
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RICHMOND – FINAL CALL FOR RFN INDIE FEST FILM SUBMISSIONS – March 17th – Festival
The submission deadline for the upcoming Richmond Film Network (RFN) Indie Fest approaches! This quarterly event highlights bold independent cinema and prioritizes diverse voices, including women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and the Virginia/DMV community. Submission Deadline: March 17, 2025 Event Date: May 17, 2025 Event Location: The Park RVA, Richmond VA For more information and to submit, click HERE.
Richmond – Commercial Casting Call- April 5th and 6th – PAID
Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 2 Local to RVA actors for a VCU Brandcenter Spec Spot shooting in RVA on April 5th & 6th, 2025. U-Haul TV60 VCU Brandcenter Non-Union – for Portfolios only, will not be aired Production Company: FWNS Executive Producer: Micah Gendron Creative Director: Tom Scharpf Directors: Micah Gendron & Devin Whetstone… Read more »
Richmond – Casting RVA Local Actors for VCU Brandcenter Spot – April 5&6 – Paid
Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 2 Local to RVA actors for a VCU Brandcenter Spec Spot shooting in RVA on April 5th & 6th, 2025. U-Haul TV60 VCU Brandcenter Non-Union – for Portfolios only, will not be aired Production Company: FWNS Executive Producer: Micah Gendron Creative Director: Tom Scharpf Directors: Micah Gendron & Devin Whetstone… Read more »
Hampton Roads – Casting Call for Navy Docudrama – April 5th – Paid
CASTING CALL: Dawghouse Productions & Bravo Zulu Enterprises is seeking trim talent to portray active-duty Sailors for a non-union, Navy Docudrama set in the 1970’s. This Proof of Concept will shoot in Norfolk on Sat. April 5 (Backup date, April 6). A couple of table reads/rehearsals sked prior to shoot. All roles are paid +… Read more »
Richmond – Casting call for VCUarts Cinema Directing Workshop – April 2025 – Unpaid
VCUarts Cinema is seeking local Richmond actors to participate in a Directing Workshop led by Professor Nile Price as part of his Directing in Motion course. The next workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 between 3-6pm. (Each scene is scheduled within a 30-minute time slot to accommodate actors’ schedule) The goal of this… Read more »
RICHMOND – JAMES RIVER FILM FESTIVAL – MARCH 19-23 – Tickets
The James River Film Society (JRFS) is a volunteer run nonprofit dedicated to the art of film. This year they are celebrating their 31st year of business and they invite you to their film festival held from March 19th to the 23rd. With special guests such as Paul Wagner, Emmy Award and Academy Award winning director/producer… Read more »
VIRGINIA BEACH – Hampton Roads VPA STATE OF THE INDUSTRY – MARCH 12th – FREE
The Hampton Roads State of the Industry will be held on March 12th! A networking event for filmmakers and creatives alike where you can gain industry insight, new opportunities, and learn about the upcoming changes within Virginia filmmaking. Guest speaker Michael Goi, acclaimed Director/Cinematographer. Free food and drinks provided. When 12 Mar 2025 6:00 PM… Read more »
Richmond – WIFV Happy Hour – March 20th – RSVP
Women in Film Virginia will be hosting a happy hour at the Best Café at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on Thursday, March 20th, 2025. The event is free with the exception of “buy your own drink.” For more information and to RSVP, click here.
Virtual – Safe Sets Conversation – March 5th – Tickets
Hosted by the Women in Film Virginia, Safe Sets: Dying to Work in the Film Industry, will be an insightful conversation with filmmaker Dr. Paul Heinzelmann, director of the documentary SAFE SETS: Dying to Work in the Film Industry and film producer Becky Morrison. They will delve into the critical health and safety challenges faced by… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for Student short film – April 2025 – Unpaid
Casting Call for COLD. Inspired by the poem Annabel Lee, this short film explores the complexities of declining mental health and how love is not always enough to sustain one’s will to live. With depression one can be haunted by the mere premise of their own looming death. This short ends with the message to… Read more »
Newport News – Crew call for student short film – 4/26-5/1 – Paid
Title: Crew Call for Short Film The Silent Crisis – Seeking Passionate Filmmakers Description: KayP Unscripted Productions is seeking dedicated and passionate crew members for the upcoming film The Silent Crisis, set to begin filming in Newport News, VA, from April 26 to May 1, 2025. MUST BE AVAILABLE ALL 6 DAYS OF FILMING, 10… Read more »
Newport News – Casting call for student short film – 4/26-5/1 – Unpaid
CASTING CALL – The Silent Crisis Film We’re still looking for a few key cast members to join The Silent Crisis, a powerful short film bringing awareness to the systemic neglect of missing Black children. Filming will take place April 26 – May 1, 2025, in Newport News, VA. Roles Needed: Jasmine – African American,… Read more »
Williamsburg – Screening of AMERICAN REVOLUTION – March 25th – FREE
You are invited to join participants attending A Common Cause to All for a FREE public preview of filmmaker Ken Burns’ newest and highly anticipated documentary The American Revolution, premiering on PBS on November 16. Join Ken Burns and his co-directors Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt on March 25 at 8 p.m. on the lawn of the historic Governor’s Palace in Colonial Williamsburg’s… Read more »
Richmond – Richmond International Film Festival Submission Deadline Closing – March 10th – $15 off Submission Fee
The submission deadline for the Richmond International Film Festival is fastly approaching! For a limited time, save $15 on your submission to the Richmond International Film Festival. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to showcase your work at one of the largest international competitive film festivals in the U.S.! $15 off via RIFF’s Film Freeway site using code: riffdiscount25 $15… Read more »
Richmond – Self-Tape Audition Class with Final Act Drama – Feb 27 – Fee
Self-Tape Audition class with Final Act Drama 🎬 Hey, actors! Ready to turn your next self-tape into a booking magnet? Join us at the next Actor Insiders Group meeting online over Zoom, where we’ll dive deep into the art of creating professional-grade self-tape auditions! From lighting and sound to camera angles and performance tips, we’ve… Read more »
Alexandria – Extras needed for music video – February 25th – Paid
Casting Call: Extras Needed for Music Video! We’re looking for extras to be part of an upcoming music video this Tuesday, February 25th from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM in Alexandria, VA! What You’ll Do: Sit in movie theater seats and pretend you’re watching a film. That’s it—just relax and enjoy the scene! Compensation: $40… Read more »
Williamsburg & Norfolk – Camera operator needed – March 2025 – Paid
Looking for a camera operator with basic camera knowledge and skills. Camera is a Canon 70D. We are filming at the Williamsburg Regional Library on March 8th from 10:00am – 5:00pm, and at Dales Train Depot in Norfolk on March 16th from 10:00am – 12:30 pm. Camera operator will film actors against a green screen,… Read more »
Fredericksburg – Nova Motion picture co-op event – February 23rd – Free
Hello all! We’ve re-organized our mailing list to invite more people to come to the Co-Op’s February Screening event on Sunday, February 23rd at 7:30 PM. We’re going to hang out, talk about movies, and watch one of the quirkier entries to the “date night” film oeuvre: “Joe vs. the Volcano” starring Tom Hanks and Meg… Read more »
Richmond – Casting Call for Independent horror project – March-June 2025 – Paid
Looking for female actor. Age range. Early 20s to early 30s. Supporting role, paid. Caucasian, Brunette, Brown Eyes. Interested actors must please email, [email protected]. Thank you! Website:Home | Working Title A St ***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to the participants interested in this opportunity to… Read more »
Richmond – Casting call for student film – 03/15/2025-04/01/2025 – PAID
We Are Not Fish is a student film directed and produced by VCUarts film students. The story follows Olivia as she navigates bouts of existentialism and explores the intersection of religion and nature through poetry. We are casting for: OLIVIA- age 24-28- Female HARRISON- age 24-28- Male Compensation will be $120 per day, roughly 3… Read more »
Newport News – Crew call for student short film – 04/26/2025-05/01/2025 – PAID
KayP Unscripted Productions is seeking dedicated and passionate crew members for the upcoming short film The Silent Crisis, set to begin filming in Newport News, VA, from April 26 to May 1, 2025. This powerful, socially impactful film explores the systemic neglect faced by Black families when their children go missing. Through the emotional journey… Read more »
HAMPTON ROADS – CASTING CALL FOR COMMERCIAL – APRIL 7TH – PAID
We are casting talent for a lottery commercial. This shoot will be an overnight shoot. Talent needs: Wife: Age 30-45, any ethnicity. Client would prefer to hire a bilingual English/Spanish talent however they are also open to casting 2 sets of talent, one English and one Spanish. This is a speaking role. This role will… Read more »
Newport News – CASTING CALL FOR STUDENT SHORT FILM – APRIL 26TH-MAY 1ST – UNPAID
We are looking for Teens and Young Adults interested in being a part of a very important short film/student film, “The Silent Crisis”, which will take place in Newport News, Virginia. About the Film: The Silent Crisis is a socially impactful and emotionally gripping short film that addresses the systemic neglect faced by Black families… Read more »