Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

Casting non-union talent for the upcoming feature film “Real.” Production is seeking actors for lead, supporting, and additional roles. Self-tape auditions are available, and selected talent will be considered for paid opportunities with IMDb credit and on-set meals provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature-length film production.

• Take direction from the director and production team during auditions and filming.

• Submit required application materials (self-tape video and/or requested documents).

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Must be non-union talent (as noted in the casting notice).

• Self-tape submission capability (video audition).

• Must provide required materials: name, phone number, email, and headshot/resume (reel if available).

• Acting experience not required (as stated in the casting notice).

Compensation Details

• Paid roles available (rate not specified).

• IMDb credit provided for all roles.

• Meals provided for all roles.

Job Description
A production is casting non-union background talent for two different scenes for the project “RJ Decker.” Talent of varying ages and experience levels is encouraged to apply. Selected performers will appear as extras and may be asked to arrive early and work a full day (potentially up to 12+ hours).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles naturally and believably on camera.
• Follow on-set direction from production and background team.
• Arrive camera-ready, on time, and prepared for a long workday if booked.
• Provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines provided (and attend a fitting if required).
• Keep your availability up to date and confirm booking requests promptly if selected.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+.
• Must be able to work as a local hire and report as instructed if booked.
• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe and accurate sizing information.
• Must be comfortable with early call times and long shoot days (up to 12+ hours).
• Specialty role (if applicable): Graffiti Students (Experienced Artists Only)
  • Must be able to showcase previous spray paint work (graffiti, murals, etc.).

Compensation Details

• Background rate: $96 / 8 hours, with time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Specialty role rate (Graffiti Students): $250 / 12 hours (as listed in the notice).

Job Description
A paid feature film for streaming is casting speaking and background roles in the Raleigh–Durham, North Carolina area. Talent must be available for a three-day shoot window in late February. Both union and non-union performers are welcome, and production is seeking experienced actors who can deliver grounded, believable performances for a suspense-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature-length thriller film.

• Take direction well and maintain continuity across multiple takes.

• Arrive camera-ready, professional, and prepared for full production days.

• For background roles, follow set direction and help create realistic scene atmosphere.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Raleigh–Durham, NC area.

• Must be available for all filming days within the three-day shoot window.

• Speaking roles available (any race):

  • Callia Temm: Female, 30s–40s, best friend type.

  • Dr. Robbins: Female, 30s, corrupt doctor.

  • Amanda: Female, 20+, suspicious maid.

  • Lana: Female, 19–25, waitress.

• Speaking roles available (any race):

  • James Arnoldton II: Male, 30s–40s, wealthy and convincing ex-husband.

  • Stephen Beta: Male, 30s–40s, current husband.

  • Richard Shadly: Male, 30s, lawyer.

• Background role:

  • Compensated Paid Background: Needed for various scenes.

Compensation

• Paid work for speaking roles (rate shared upon selection).

• Paid background work (rate shared upon selection).

Buried Truths Film Casting Call

Job Description
A narrative film project is casting multiple speaking roles and featured background for an upcoming production filming in Charlotte, North Carolina (schedule TBD). The story includes a range of character types and is seeking talent across multiple ethnicities and body types, with several roles specifically for African American performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in scripted scenes.

• Take direction from the director and work collaboratively with cast and crew.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to perform for camera.

• Participate in rehearsals, blocking, and multiple takes as needed.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in/near Charlotte, NC (filming schedule TBD).

• Casting is seeking talent for the following roles:

  • Driver (Pete): Male, 35+, any ethnicity/body type.

  • Mrs. Daniels: Female, 30–45, any ethnicity/body type.

  • Mr. Daniels: Male, 30–45, any ethnicity/body type.

  • Monica: African American female, 35–45.

  • Brian: African American male, 35–45.

  • Tara: African American female, 35–45, slim to medium build.

  • Jay: African American male, 25–30, athletic preferred.

  • Alice: African American female, 45–55, short to medium height.

  • Cashier: Male, 30+, any ethnicity.

  • Mystery Girl (Store/Bar): Female, 16–18, slim/small build.

  • Elliot Hayes: African American male, 45–55, 5’9”+ preferred.

  • Bartender: Male or female, 30+, any ethnicity.

  • Officer Lee: Male, 30+, any ethnicity.

  • Police Extras (Arrest Scene): Male or female, 25+, any ethnicity.

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection).

Historical Internal Video Talent (1940s Vignettes)

Job Description
A historical internal video project is casting talent to match the look of a real business family from the 1940s. Performers may appear in multiple short vignettes, and no one will be needed for a full day. This is a paid, vintage-style shoot filming in the Charlotte or Lincolnton, North Carolina area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1940s-era family member in short, scripted-style vignettes.

• Follow direction on set for period-appropriate movement, expressions, and blocking.

• Arrive prepared for a vintage look and maintain continuity across takes.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Charlotte or Lincolnton, NC area (exact location TBD).

• Comfortable with a 1940s-themed wardrobe/hair styling (wigs may be acceptable for some roles).

• Must be willing to appear clean-shaven for applicable roles (or be willing to shave).

• Casting is looking to match these role types:

  • Female (18–22): White; natural darker blonde or light brown hair; slightly longer than shoulder length.

  • Male (50–65): White; tall, stout build; white/gray or salt-and-pepper hair; clean-shaven or willing to shave.

  • Male (45–60): White; tall, thin build; light very short hair (white/gray or light brown with graying); clean-shaven or willing to shave.

  • Female (50–65): White; ideally white/gray hair (blonde mix ok); able to style hair in a 1940s look or wear a wig; medium to slightly heavier build; warm grandmother type.

  • Male (40–55): White; average build; brown/light brown short hair; clean-shaven or willing to shave.

  • Male (50s): White; average build; brown or brown/gray very short haircut; mustache ok or clean-shaven.

  • Male (40–55): White; athletic build; preferably bald (or very short hair); will wear a hat.

  • Male (65–75): White; athletic build; short gray/white/salt-and-pepper hair; will wear a hat; clean-shaven or willing to shave.

Compensation

• $100 flat rate (partial-day need).

Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Adults 18+)

Job Description
A production is seeking adult basketball spectators to appear in a high-energy game-day crowd scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, for talent who can deliver natural reactions—cheering, clapping, and watching the action—while following direction across multiple takes. Some selected performers may also be placed as game-day roles like coaches or referees, depending on scene needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball game spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for timing, energy, and resets across multiple takes

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe and positioning throughout the scene

• Be flexible if assigned a game-related role (coach/referee) if needed

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must apply as an adult (not connected to a minor submission)

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Kids and Family Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Kids 8–13 + Parents)

Job Description
A production is seeking kids and families to portray basketball spectators at a high school game. This family background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, looking for kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians to appear in crowd scenes with natural reactions. Talent should be comfortable working in a busy, high-energy environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray spectators in a basketball game crowd with natural reactions

• Follow on-set direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes and setups

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Kids ages 8–13 and their parents/guardians

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Each person must have a separate account and unique email address to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Teenage Basketball Spectators Needed for Game Scene (Ages 14–18)

Job Description
A production is seeking teenage basketball spectators to portray students and friends attending a high school basketball game. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger). Talent should be comfortable working in a crowded, high-energy environment with realistic reactions and repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student spectator with natural crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction for cheering, clapping, and scene timing

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game setting

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ who can portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be able to work as a local hire as required by production

• Minors may be booked with or without parents, but each minor must have a separate account and unique email to be booked

• Must be reliable, professional, and fully available if selected

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

High School Cheer Team Dancers Needed for Basketball Game Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking a high school cheer team (dancers) for a large-scale basketball game scene. This cheerleader casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 14–18 (or 18+ if playing younger). Talent with real dance and/or cheerleading experience is strongly preferred, and similar performance backgrounds may also be considered. Performers must be comfortable working in a high-energy crowd environment and following direction for repeated takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cheer/dance-style routines and crowd reactions on camera

• Follow direction from the on-set team for timing, formation, and energy

• Maintain continuity across multiple takes in a game-day setting

• Provide own wardrobe as required or attend a fitting if scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 14–18 (or 18+ able to portray younger)

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Actual dance and/or cheerleading experience preferred (similar experience may be accepted)

• Must be able to participate as a team or as individuals with relevant experience

• Must be able to provide accurate sizes and be available for fitting/wardrobe guidelines if selected

• Must be reliable and 100% available on the scheduled workday

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (guaranteed)

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Spray Paint Student Background Role (Experienced Artists Only)

Job Description
A production is seeking experienced spray paint artists to portray spray paint students in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is best suited for talent with real-world experience using spray paint (graffiti, murals, street art, or similar). Selected talent should be comfortable being featured as an artist in a classroom-style setting and bringing authentic creative energy on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a spray paint student in a realistic, natural way

• Participate in scene action that reflects real artistic practice

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared and ready to work professional production hours

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be an experienced spray paint artist (previous work required)

• Must be comfortable having work reviewed as part of the selection process

• Must be able to provide and wear own wardrobe if requested by production

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours