Join us for an industry panel!   Featuring: Screenwriter Megan Holley (Sunshine Cleaning) Sound Designer Dean Hurley (David Lynch’s sound guy) Martin Agency EP/SVP Brett Alexander (GEICO, etc) on a panel about the future of the film industry and it’s impact on Richmond. AND meet our senior VCU Cinema students! In their NEW space – the loft at The… Read more »

The 16th Great Movie Idea and 14th Great TV Show Idea contests are searching for original feature film and television series concepts. Ideally, unique stories a global, diverse audience can connect with. NEW FOR 2019: Every entrant receives brief feedback from a judge with remarks on the pitch’s marketability and originality. Accepted entries include loglines, synopses,… Read more »

Please join DC Camera May 8th 6:30-9pm  for a Lens and Camera Workshop led by Hurlbut Academy Member and DP Peter Nicoll, as well as the DC Camera team. The Workshop will focus on the differences between cinema, anamorphic, and still lenses, and discuss how each type of lens can affect the image, and help… Read more »

522 Productions is filming a web based video for Sandboxx. The character in this video will be towards the end of military basic training, aka bootcamp, and receive a letter from his mother back home. He will quickly write back, happy to know that his family is thinking of him.   Sandboxx is an app… Read more »

Jamin Lee Anderson is looking for actors for her thesis film, Silkworm. It is about a Korean-immigrant Mother and her Korean-American daughter’s relationship. The script is ready. The shooting will be in Virginia Beach area on May 3rd to 5th (From Friday to Sunday).   * Non-union, unpaid student project * Planning to film this… Read more »

The Hitchhiker is a short horror/suspense film about a woman who gets more than she bargains for when she picks up a hitchhiker in the middle of nowhere. Shoot will take place over the course of two days. One day will be evening into early morning. The second day will be an afternoon into early… Read more »

Auditions: ****Please submit an audition tape with your name and availability. All audition tapes must be submitted no later than April 18, 2019.*** Send all audition tapes to: Olivia Williams (Casting Director) [email protected] ***Please Put “ASO” in subject line of email***     ***Below is an overview of the filming schedule. Please be mindful of all… Read more »

Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit feature films, documentaries, shorts, animation, virtual reality, and experimental projects. Accepted films will be eligible for category-specific awards, including the Programmer’s Awards, Audience Awards for which moviegoers vote via ballots, and Commonwealth Awards for Best Virginia Feature Film and Best Virginia Short Film. The regular submission… Read more »

Production Company is looking for a FEMALE hand model for a tabletop shoot with animation, similar to: https://vimeo.com/253979130. We are looking for dark- or tan-skinned hands, “racially ambiguous” or light-skinned African American. We are looking to cast three 15-second spots that will be broadcast and appear on social media. COMPENSATION: $250/buyout. Please send a photo… Read more »

Have you worked on any film or television productions in southern Virginia?  Do you want to pursue this as a career?   Come meet Ellen Popiel, Secretary/Treasurer of Local 487, I.A.T.S.E Studio Mechanics. They represent film technicians in Virginia, Maryland and DC who work behind the scenes to make the magic happen. Find out what… Read more »

Short: Limbo-A psychological thriller following a dead man’s attempt to hold onto his life. Will be submitted to film festivals upon completion. Small grant funded, passion project. All positions paid.   CREW: Email: [email protected] with “Limbo-Position Name” as subject line. In body of the email include: FULL NAME, PHONE NUMBER, EMAIL Send in RESUME and… Read more »

Casting audience members for a series of 6 TED-style talks. One day shoot, 8 hours total, $100 for the day, lunch will be provided. Audience members can be any gender or ethnicity, ages 21-49, just need to come dressed professionally, as if you are attending a series of company talks. Contact Sarah Franke at [email protected]

Casting Call: Seeking an actress (caucasian female in her twenties) for a locally produced short film in Richmond, VA. Compensation provided. Shooting will be a couple of days in April and May 2019. The story follows a struggling musician who is haunted by memories of a past relationship. Please respond with interest to Ariel Unser,… Read more »

The Giles County Film Office will host a screening for local filmmakers and their work!   Time and date: Friday, April 26, 6:30-8:50 PM Location: Castle Rock Golf Club, 900 Castle Rock Dr, Pembroke VA 24136 Free and open to the public. More information–https://www.facebook.com/events/2269165906634521/

Casting Director Holding Open Casting Call for Extras in Hampton, Virginia For upcoming Feature Film   Production title: THE GATEWAY Production Type: Feature Film (SAG) Production location: Norfolk Virginia Casting Director: H. Jäderlund Open Call Location: 4410 E Claiborne Square, Hampton, VA 23666 (Enter Building at  East Entrance) then proceed to  3rd Floor. Compensation: YES / Professional Pay   KEY… Read more »

Richmond VPA presents the: Directors Workshop: Sharing Secrets to Improve Your Skills   Jesse Vaughan, a 30 time Emmy Award Winner, will share secrets to improving your skills as a director.   Time and Date: Tuesday, April 30 Networking 6:30 PM Meeting/Workshop 7:00 PM   Location: Metro Productions 8570 Magellan Pkwy #400, Richmond VA 23227… Read more »

Submit Your Film to the 32nd Annual Virginia Film Festival Today! Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit feature films, documentaries, shorts, animation, virtual reality, and experimental projects. Each year, the VAFF brings in a fascinating selection of guests, from internationally acclaimed directors and actors to professors and leading cultural experts who lead… Read more »

The hottest short films in VA are coming to the big screen at the Seven Cities Short Film Showcase! Bring your cast and crew to enjoy these cinematic spectacles! Attendees can also enjoy RAFFLE PRIZES, RED CARPET PHOTOS, and access to our FREE AFTER PARTY at Quirk’s after the show! Reception | 6:15pm Show Begins… Read more »

2 day shoot in late May, dates TBD. Filming in Hampton Roads/Williamsburg area. Short: Limbo-A psychological thriller following a dead man’s attempt to hold onto his life. Will be submitted to film festivals upon completion. Small grant funded, passion project. All positions paid. CREW: Email: [email protected] with “Limbo-Position Name” as subject line. In body of… Read more »

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The short film “SNATCHED,” is currently looking for 1 lead female role Logline: A young female is snatched from a parking deck while on the phone with her father, now a off duty detective and frantic father spend all night trying to hunt her down. Pay is $75 per day Character description: Lauren (African American):… Read more »

Seeking a choreographer for an indie music video set in a bowling alley in Richmond, VA. Song is upbeat indie rock and there is one main female character as well as a league of bowlers and the musician. Choreographer is responsible for developing dance with director and teaching it to the cast. They are going… Read more »

Greetings! We are SUPER excited to invite you to party with us at the 7th annual DC Web Fest on April 12th& 13th in Washington, DC!   Early bird tickets are up now, so make sure to grab them, as we anticipate selling out and we don’t want you to miss out on the incredible offerings we have… Read more »

The 5th annual NORTHERN VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL begins this coming Sunday, April 7th, 2019 in Fairfax, VA! The NOVA Film Festival includes screenings, musical performances, seminars, forums, panels, TV interviews, pre-parties and after parties, all leading up to an awards ceremony! This year, the festival features the addition of a film market. Find your tickets,… Read more »