The Virginia Production Alliance will host an in-person seminar/master class on directing, led by award-winning director Jesse Vaughan, details below! When: September 23rd – 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Where: Visual Arts Center – 1812 W Main Street Richmond, VA REGISTER HERE – https://www.virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-6316741/Registration – $15 fee This in-person master class offers a unique opportunity for… Read more »

Stunts have a huge visual impact, pumping up production value in a visceral, human way that CGI just can’t touch. But you have to do them right and that means a combination of thorough prep and skilled execution. Jeff Wilhelm, a stunt coordinator and performer with decades of experience, will explain why the best time… Read more »

How to 48 featuring The Sunroom  Learn exactly how The Sunroom created this year’s Best Film, “Hamburger,” in just two days. City Producer Lisa Giles will break down the contest rules and procedures, while The Sunroom team—Mike Thibodeau (writer/director), Alec Gary (director of photography), and Ryan Gary (sound mixer)—share their strategies for conquering production on… Read more »

Women in Film and Video Thursday, Sept 11, 5:00-7:00 pm RSVP here Best Café at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, 1st Floor, Richmond, VA 23220 Organized by Virginia Bertholet and Robin Farmer Come network with fellow VA mediamakers at this Happy Hour in Richmond! This is a “BuyYOB” event… Read more »

Light House Studio invites you to purchase tickets for the 24th Annual Youth Film Festival, which will take place on Sunday September 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM at The Paramount Theater in Charlottesville, VA. Light House Studio’s Youth Film Festival is a wonderful celebration of our community, students, and great filmmaking. The festival highlights student’s… Read more »

Anne Chapman Casting is seeking 1 Actor for a Non-Union Feature shooting in Monterey, Highland County, Virginia between September 29th – October 24th, 2025 Valley of the Shadow Non-Union Feature Producers: Patrick Fitzgerald, Alex Kent, Austin Hall, Will Trimble, & Amanda Fergusson Director: Austin Hall Screenwriter: Austin Hall Casting Director: Anne N. Chapman Casting Associate:… Read more »

I’m looking to hire a talented video content creator for a short commercial ad (under 1 minute) targeting homeowners in Central and Hampton Roads, Virginia who are looking to sell their houses quickly. I’m looking for the video to be filmed either in a car or a landmark like Belle Isle, Libby Hill, Browns Isle,… Read more »

Women in Film & Video Join us for the next Editors Roundtable Zoom Meeting – “Rights & Clearance Issues for Editors”! We’ll dive into the important legal stuff like copyright, intellectual property, and rights clearances—basically, all the things you need to know to keep your projects and clients out of trouble. Seth Polansky, a lawyer… Read more »

We are seeking talent for a two-day commercial film shoot in the Waynesboro/Staunton, Virginia area. Roles 1 Male Actor (Ages 20–45) 1 Female Actor (Ages 20–45) Details Ethnicity: All ethnicities welcome Requirements: Valid driver’s license Comfortable driving an SUV Must provide your own transportation to and from set each day Compensation: Paid roles Submission Please… Read more »

Hiring 3 cast members and 1 crewmember for shoot on August 27th (Wednesday) next to Kings Dominion in Doswell, VA (right next to Kings Dominion). We’ll be doing two 45 second vertical videos for a national parks water bottle. The shoot may be moved to Thursday if weather becomes a problem. CAST: $200 day rate (flat) –… Read more »

Richmond Film Network Presents SONIC STORYTELLING: Sync, Scores & Songwriting for Cinema Richmond is a city bursting with musical and cinematic talent. What happens when those worlds finally collide? Join us for an electric evening that peels back the curtain on the soundtrack of independent film and reveals the stories of sync licensing, scoring, and… Read more »

“Cupid Missed” is a low-budget, coming-of-age dramatic short film that will be filmed in the Henrico, Richmond, and Ashland areas during mid-October. STORYLINE: Crystal is a high school girl who is asked to homecoming by one of her friends. She knows she should be happy, but something feels wrong. As the days lead up to… Read more »

The Indie Short Film Festival is back for its third annual installment, bringing a powerful lineup of independent films, filmmaker panels, and cultural programming to Downtown Charlottesville from March 20-22, 2026. Taking place across five downtown venues —Violet Crown Cinemas, Vinegar Hill Theatre, Vault Virginia, Common House, and The Bradbury—the 2026 festival continues its mission… Read more »

REPERCUSSION(S) A short film Non-Union Short Film Written and Directed by: Kelsey Nerrie Director of Photography: Victor Collins Day Rate: $200/day Submissions: via Self-Tape Logline: The unsolved disappearance of his daughter prompts a grieving father to take matters into his own hands, giving rise to myriad consequences. Seeking a Caucasian Male actor who fits the… Read more »

Virginia Production Alliance NoVa District presents: Smashing, Crashing, Flames and Falls: Making Stunts Work When 6 Sep 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location 9425 Mathy Drive Suite B Fairfax, VA 22031 To register for this event, click this link: https://virginiaproductionalliance.org/event-6295552 Stunts have a huge visual impact, pumping up production value in a visceral, human… Read more »

Attention film community of Virginia! The Virginia Screenwriters Forum will be having their 4th Annual Showcase on Sunday August 17th at 1:00pm in the ICA Auditorium! The Showcase is free and seats are first come first serve! Come see some exciting short films made by Virginians and made in Virginia! https://www.virginiascreenwritersforum.com/?p=5952 ***The Virginia Film Office… Read more »

Halloween Horror Short Film Showcase. Happening late October in Va Beach Call for entries – Short Film Showcase to screen during the event, culminating to the Virginia Premeire of Halloween Fan Film. No entry fee Shorts must be under 10 mins including credits Horror/Thriller/Suspense/Sci Fi Shorts that haven’t had a large public release preferred Filmmakers… Read more »

The Man That Killed Boogey Badroom Productions Non-Union Short Film Production Company: Badroom Productions Producer: John Reaves Director: Stone Thurman Screenwriter: Stone Thurman Casting Director: Carly Hough Casting Associate: Kailah Augustine Day Rate: $150/day First Round: Via Self-Tape Virtual CB Date: Likely Monday, August 18th Rehearsal Date: Monday, August 25th, $25/hr Shoot Dates: August 28th,… Read more »

The film follows Gavin Pearson, a shy hearing impaired teen who struggles to make friends at his school. Through a series of misunderstandings, he encounters the kind-hearted Grace, a fellow student who listens to and learns about Gavin’s struggles to communicate. CASTING DETAILS -Male actor, 18-23 years old, for the role of GAVIN PEARSON, the… Read more »

This is an open call for the upcoming experimental film called “Vietnamese Virginian Spirit (working title)” The production is looking for a Vietnamese actress, model, or talent (18-35) to play the role of a river spirit who has traveled from the Mekong River to find her community and family who has sought a new home… Read more »

See the films. Meet the filmmakers. Be inspired.  Experience the magic of indie filmmaking at RICHMOND FILM NETWORK INDIE FEST! A full day celebrating bold voices, big dreams, and unforgettable stories on the big screen. Rub shoulders with the creative minds bringing scripts to life and cheer on local talent — 11 of the 18 films… Read more »

The Man That Killed Boogey Badroom Productions Non-Union Short Film Production Company: Badroom Productions Producer: John Reaves Director: Stone Thurman Screenwriter: Stone Thurman Casting Director: Carly Hough Casting Associate: Kailah Augustine Day Rate: $150/day First Round: Via Self-Tape Virtual CB Date: Likely Monday, August 18th Rehearsal Date: Monday, August 25th, $25/hr Shoot Dates: August 28th,… Read more »

Advance Passes to the 2025 Middleburg Film Festival are now on sale. Here is a link to purchase your pass: middleburgfilm.org/advance-ticket-packages   Please note that our passes have changed this year.  All passes are now for one person. The name of person who will be using the pass and a photo (head shot) are required for all… Read more »

Women in Film and Video Zoom presentation: Understanding where your script figures into the acquisition and distribution landscape is critical whether you want to sell your script or produce it yourself.  Mark Maxey (Rolling Pictures) and Mark Ricche (Cryptic Pictures) will share their expertise about getting films into the marketplace. This workshop is a public part of the Narrative Script… Read more »