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Virginia – deadline for submissions to the Roy W. Dean Film Spring Grant – March 31st – Application Fee

The deadline for submissions to the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Spring is March 31st 2023.  Now in its thirty-first year, the grant is awarded to unique films that make a contribution to society.  From the Heart Productions, the 501(c)3 non-profit sponsoring the grant, offers all who apply for the grant a consultation on… Read more »

Richmond – Cast & Crew Call for Short Film – July 2023 – Paid

MUG! Writer/Director: Will Sidaros Producer: Kat Vivaldi Casting: Madison McVeigh Shoot Duration: 2 Days Location: Richmond, VA Rate of Pay: TBD Notes: Looking for cast and crew who can work as VA locals Synopsis: Flowers. Chocolates. Candles. It’s the beginning of a romantic evening as Tyler and Julia settle in for their first night together… Read more »

Richmond- Seeking Talent for Student Short Films – March 17th-April 22nd – Not Paid

CASTING 26 ACTORS—Richmond and Vicinity ONLY Sonja BERTUCCI, Filmmaker/Assistant Professor in Film Studies at the University of Richmond & “FILM PRODUCTION 302” are seeking 26 ACTORS for 10 non-union SHORT FILMS (around 5-10 minutes).   Audition Schedule: between 03/02 and 03/17 Project Specifications: These are short films (5-10 min) produced in the Film Studies Program at the University of… Read more »

Alexandria – Seeking Actors for PSA – March 28th – Paid

Carlyn Davis Casting is looking for talent for a non-union PSA shooting in Alexandria, VA on March 28, 2023. We are currently looking for the following type:   Principal – any gender/ethnicity, 20-70, with a physical disability   AT THIS TIME WE ARE ONLY LOOKING FOR TALENT WHO HAVE A PHYSICAL DISABILITY   For consideration… Read more »

Bedford – Bedford Int’l Film Festival is now accepting submissions – July 2023 – Fee

Attention Filmmakers! The Bedford Int’l Film Fest is now accepting short films, feature films and scripts for our festival on July 1, 2023 in Bedford, Virginia. Our festival showcases shorts and features from around the world. Going into our 5th year the festival will provide small cash prizes. We will have several events in the… Read more »

Charlottesville – Entries for the 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival is now open – October 2023 – Fee

Attention Filmmakers!  The 2023 Call for Entries for the 36th Annual Virginia Film Festival is now open! Every year the Festival showcases new narrative and documentary features, shorts, and independent films from US and international-based filmmakers from all filmmaking backgrounds. All Virginia residents and students can submit for FREE! Dates Early Bird Deadline – May… Read more »

Charlottesville – Casting Call for Short Film – 5/15/23-6/4/23 – Paid

I HAVE LOVE IN ME Short Film SAG Short Project Agreement Writer/Director: Anne DeMelo Producers: Anthony Faure Casting Director: Emily Rucker Outside Dates: 5/15 – 6/4 (4 day shoot) Location: Charlottesville, VA Rate of Pay: $216/Day Notes: Looking for those able to work as VA locals If interested, please email [email protected] Logline: Deep in the… Read more »

Charlottesville – Tina Fey in conversation with UVA President Jim Ryan Event – April 23rd – Free with Ticket

Tina Fey in conversation with UVA President Jim Ryan Sunday, April 23 | 3:00 PM | John Paul Jones Arena | FREE WITH TICKET The University of Virginia President’s Speaker Series for the Arts will present award-winning writer, actor, producer, and noted UVA alumna Tina Fey on April 23 at 3 pm at John Paul… Read more »

Chase City – Book Signing/Q&A with Cinematographer Roger Deakins 4/15 – $25-80

Calling all film lovers! Join Academy Award-winning cinematographer Sir Roger Deakins for a book signing and Q&A reception on Saturday, April 15th at the Mecklenburg Country Club in Chase City, VA. BOOK SIGNING: 12-4pm Q&A RECEPTION: 5-7pm (with Roger and his wife and collaborator, James, moderated by Beverly Wood, friend and worked with them for over 30 years on various film projects) His book, BYWAYS is… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call for Student capstone projects – March 11th – Non-Paid

CASTING LEAD & SUPPORTING ROLES FOR CAPSTONE STUDENT FILMS Open Call Auditions @ 800 Charter Colony Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23114 March 11, 2023 All Ages Welcome 11 AM – 1 PM EMAIL : [email protected] Video auditions also accepted. Casting for 4 Bad Days (dark comedy) and 4 Sides (suspense thriller)