Welcome to the first issue of PHILMlist!
I know that not everything will be perfect in this issue, but we did hit the word count limit so that means this one is packed with a lot of info. If something isn't working, a section feels off, or there's something you wish was in here, I genuinely want to hear it. Drop your thoughts at philmlist.com/feedback. It’ll take seconds to do and it'll make next week's issue better. Also it’s completely anonymous.
Quick heads up before you dive in: everything here is sourced from public listings, submissions, and social media. Being in PHILMlist doesn't mean I've personally vetted it. I do my best to share legitimate opportunities but use your best judgment out there. If something looks sketchy or you get burned by anything listed here, please let me know at [email protected] right away so I can flag it for the rest of the community.
If you know about something happening in Philadelphia film that didn't make the cut this week, submit it for next week at philmlist.com/submissions. The more people contribute, the better this gets for everyone.
Enjoy!
Nick Moyer
Quick Links
What’s Happening
SurREAL World: Film Festival for the Terminally Weird
Sourced from Eventbrite
July 5 starting at 3p @ Tattooed Mom
A night celebrating whimsical and weird cinema! Join us for a lineup of short films by local Philly talent, stand-up from comedian Alyssa Al-Dookhi, and a Q&A/networking with some of Philly’s Phinest film folks! Read more →
Workshops & Education
Black Film Space’s June LATE NIGHT Virtual Screenwriting Workshop
Sourced from Instagram
June 25 · 10-11:30p · Virtually (Zoom Link) · Free for Members / $15 for Non BFS Members
During this Zoom meeting, we will read one 10 to 15 page script or excerpt and offer peer to peer constructive feedback in an open forum setting. Read more →
Blue Stoop’s Creative Coworking @ Writers Room
Sourced from Instagram
July 7 · 6-8p · Writers Room (Ross Commons, 3rd Floor) 229 North 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 · Free
Creative Coworking is an opportunity for writers and readers of all experience levels to spend time together while working toward their personal goals. Read more →
Casting Calls
What Dreams are Made of (Kiera Abdur-Rahman, Director)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots June 29 and July 10 in Philadelphia, PA and Brooklyn, NY
Various Roles · Non-Union · Day Rate of $250
See Casting Call →
Sgt. Slaughter (Garden State Media Group)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots June 30 in Southern NJ
Role of Bar Fighter · Non-Union · Flat Rate of $75
See Casting Call →
FanDuel MLB Home Run Derby Live Event (Wickline Casting)
Sourced from Instagram
July 12 & 13 in Philadelphia, PA
Role for Benjamin Franklin Performers · Non-Union · Rate in Casting Call
See Casting Call →
Soldier (Sweet Bay Productions)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July/August in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →
Strategy Room (Sourland Studios)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July 18-19 in Trenton, NJ
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →
Dead Head (Thomas Valencia, Writer-Director)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots 3-5 days late July in Philadelphia, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Unpaid, but travel costs will be covered per casting call
See Casting Call →
Prank Show (Brandon Singer - Casting Director)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots August 3-6 in Boyertown, PA
Role of Mom · Non-Union · Rate TBD
See Casting Call →
Home Movies (Blumhouse Productions)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots September-November on the East Coast in the DMV area
Various Roles · Union & Non-Union · SAG Weekly Scale
See Casting Call →
Scivias (Rocking Horse Star Entertainment)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots September 14 - October 6 in Phillipsburg, Sayreville, Elizabeth, NJ and Easton, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →
In the Rear View (Ramya Vemuri, Director-Producer)
Sourced from Backstage
Shoots September or October (tentative) in Maryland (DMV area)
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →
Brass (AWAL Productions)
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots March 2027 for 2 Weeks in Philadelphia/Bucks County, PA
Various Roles · Non-Union · Various Rates
See Casting Call →
Crew Calls
Intimacy Coordinator, Make Up Artist, Production Assistant and Stunt & Fight Coordinator
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots tentatively July 12-19 near Philadelphia, PA
“The Suffering” · Non-Union · Deferred Rate Profit Share
Intimacy Coordinator Info / MUA Info / PA Info / Stunt & Fight Coordinator Info
Cinematographer/DP, Costume Designer, Gaffer/Lighting Tech, Hair & Make Up Stylist, Production Assistant, Set Dec/Dresser and Sound Mixer/Boom Op
Colorist
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots July/August in Philadelphia, PA
“Soldier” · Non-Union · Flat Rate $200
DP Info / Colorist Info / Costume Designer Info / Gaffer Info / HMU Info / PA Info / Set Dec Info / Sound Mixer & Boom Op Info
1st Assistant Camera, 1st Assistant Director, BTS Photo/Video, Craft Services, Gaffer, Grip, Hair & Make Up Artist, Producer/Line Producer, Production Assistant, Production Designer, Script Supervisor, Sound Mixer/Boom Op, Wardrobe
Colorist, Composer, Editor, Sound Designer/Mixer
Sourced from Threads
Fall 2026 in the Lehigh Valley
“Coffee” · Non-Union · Deferred pay (as funding comes together)
Threads Post / Application
Fight Choreographer, Hair & Make Up/SFX Artist, Propmaster
Sourced from Mandy
Shoots March 2027 (2 weeks) in Philadelphia/Bucks County, PA
“Brass” · Non-Union · Various Rates
Fight Choreographer Info / HMU/SFX Artist Info / Propmaster Info
Jobs & Opportunities
Seasonal Sr. Associate Producer
Mount Laurel, NJ · NFL
Job Posting →
Seasonal Associate Producer
Mount Laurel, NJ · NFL
Job Posting →
Free Color Grading Opportunity from Paper Cut Post
Sourced from Instagram
Submission Deadline is June 28
Please review Instagram Post for details IG Post →
Final Draft’s Big Break 2026
Sourced from Final Draft
Extended Deadline for this competition is June 29
Enter the contest that has been launching screenwriting careers for over 20 years. Winners and finalists have signed with agents and managers, sold and optioned scripts, and been staffed in TV writers' rooms. More Info →
Sofia Coppola Short Film Award
Sourced from Instagram
Deadline for this program is June 30
The competition is designed to identify and elevate emerging filmmakers with a distinct, confident creative voice and visual sensibility. Award amount is $20k production budget, mentorship, P&A Support, Distribution on DCP+ More Info →
Tubi x Black List Horror Initiative
Sourced from Instagram
Deadline for this program is June 30
The Black List and Tubi have partnered to discover a feature horror script for Tubi to purchase and develop, with the intent of greenlighting the script for production and distribution. More Info →
The Gotham’s Peer-to-Peer Virtual Meet-Up: Documentary Filmmakers
Sourced from The Gotham
RSVP Deadline July 1, 2026 @ 6:45 PM Member Only Event
Connect with fellow documentary filmmakers in the Gotham community with this monthly open, informal meet-up! More Info →
WBD Access x HBO Max Production Management Program
Sourced from Instagram
Deadline for this program is July 12
The WBD Access x HBO Max Production Management Program aims to identify and elevate high-performing talent with a strong, long-term commitment to becoming Line Producers. More Info →
Film Independent’s Project Involve 2027
Sourced from Film Independent
Non-Member Deadline is July 13
Participants are paired with mentors at the top of their respective fields, and receive personalized guidance to help move their projects and careers forward. More Info →
Warner Bros. Discovery Access Writers Program
Sourced from Instagram
Deadline for this program is July 12
Participants learn about the television business from internal executives, attend master classes on storytelling and collaborative creative writing with showrunners, as well as other established special guests. More Info →
Sundance Institute’s Catalyst
Sourced from Sundance Institute
Pre-Application Ends August 19
Through our year-round program, we aim to build a culture of partnership between independent investors and filmmakers; to unlock funding for ambitious new independent films; and to engage our community in supporting the independent film ecosystem. More Info →
NFL Films Women in Sports Filmmaking Experienceship
Sourced from Hollylist
Experience is August 26 - 28 in Mount Laurel, NJ
Designed for seasoned talent looking to expand their opportunities within the sports production industry, the program offers unparalleled access to the creative, technical, and operational approach that defines NFL Films. More Info →
What's Filming
Task (Season 2)
July - TBD · TV Series · Philadelphia Area
Local News
HBO’s ‘Task’ Sets All-Women Directing Team For Season 2
Deadline · Read Article →
Festival Submission Deadlines
48 Hour Film Project - Philadelphia
Sourced from 48 Hour Film Project
Early Bird Deadline is July 10
Regular Deadline is July 21
Late Deadline is July 31
Competition Kickoff is July 31 · TBD in Philadelphia, PA More Info →
Philadelphia Film Festival (PFF35)
Sourced from FilmFreeway
Regular Deadline is July 15
Late Deadline is July 29
Festival is October 15 - 25 · Philadelphia, PA FilmFreeway Page →
