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Alexandria/Springfield- Script Supervisor- June 11-13 – PAID

Short film seeking experienced Script Supervisor – PAID Red Zeppelin Productions is seeking an experienced Script Supervisor to work on our latest short film shooting in Alexandria and Springfield VA Friday, June 11 – Sunday, June 13. This is a PAID position. Interested candidates please send resumes to: [email protected] www.redzeppelinproductions.com

Alexandria- Background Talent for men/women/children- May 28th- PAID

Rocket Media Group is casting for non-speaking Background Talent for a video about traffic safety. We are looking for men and women for background pedestrians. All ethnicities considered. Shooting will take place in Alexandria, VA this Friday, May 28.   MORNING PEDESTRIAN COMMUTERS: Need 5 ethnically diverse men or women for the morning. (4-5 hours) We are… Read more »

NORTHERN VIRGINIA – SEEKING CREW FOR SHORT COMEDY FILM – MAY 22-23 – PAID

Seeking CREW for a Northern VA production, filming outdoors on May 22nd-23rd. This is a 12-14 min short comedy about a young Indian-American woman looking for love online. Title: Desperately Seeking Desi *CAST notice is posted on the Breakdown and Backstage websites Seeking Crew: Cinematographer (w/kit) Lighting Tech Sound Mixer Editor This is a local, microbudget… Read more »

Richmond – Casting Call – Dec 6th – Paid

They are looking for male and female actors for a music video shoot December 6, 2020 from 1pm-6pm at CEO Studios in Richmond VA. Actors will be paid $60 for the five hours. They are seeking three Black female actors between the ages 18-50. These actors will be expected to lip sync “ohhh & ahhs”… Read more »

Nellysford-SEEKING ACTORS – Non-Union/ Pay TBD

TITLE: Winter Story GENRE: Western / Family Drama SYNOPSIS: The family matriarch dies, leaving behind a contested inheritance. And even worse: the will cannot be located. The family order begins to fray further when a long-estranged daughter reappears to claim her share of the inheritance. The equivalent of a Western standoff ensues as the members of the… Read more »

Important Updates to REBUILD VA Covid-19 Grant Program – Eligibility Expanded & Funding Increased

If you are a small business, non-profit, or sole proprietor affected by COVID-19, please take a minute to review the below info to see if you are now eligible for grant assistance, or now eligible for more funds even if you were approved and received assistance from this program already. Governor Northam’s grant program REBUILD… 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 »

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 – 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 »

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 »

Richmond – RIFF Arts Institute Grant for Financial Assistance – Open August 10

The RIFF Arts Institute is Awarded a Grant from the Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond Funding to be Dedicated to Unemployed Artists Impacted by COVID-19 To learn more and apply, visit their site.  The RIFF Arts Institute (RAI) has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation’s Central Virginia COVID-19 Response Fund advisory committee… Read more »

Governor Northam Announces $70 Million Rebuild VA Economic Recovery Fund for Small Businesses, Nonprofits Impacted by COVID-19

**Film/production companies, sole proprietors, and independent contractors in the industry that meet additional listed criteria can qualify for this program. Please see below.** Governor Ralph Northam today announced $70 million for small businesses and nonprofit organizations whose normal operations were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will be made available through Rebuild VA, a… Read more »

Notice Regarding Production in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Virginia is currently open to all safe, responsible production, following the suggested best health and safety practices set forth by the Virginia Department of Health, and Governor Northam’s Guidelines for All Business Sectors. The Virginia Film Office places the highest priority on the health and safety of our film community members.  As localities continue to enact measures toward… Read more »