Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Uniformed Police Officers – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray uniformed police officers in a television series. These roles help build realism in law enforcement scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray uniformed police officers on camera

• Follow blocking, direction, and set protocols

• Maintain a professional law enforcement presence

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–50s

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in law enforcement-style roles preferred but not required

• Must be new faces to the series

• Must be local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Detectives – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray detectives in investigative scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray detectives in professional law enforcement settings

• Follow direction and maintain scene continuity

• Appear confident and authoritative on camera

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–40s

• Any ethnicity encouraged to apply

• Experience in similar roles preferred but not required

• Must be new faces to the series

• Must be local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Tactical Law Enforcement – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray tactical law enforcement officers in action-driven scenes for an episodic television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tactical law enforcement personnel on camera

• Follow precise blocking and direction

• Maintain professional, authoritative presence

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–40s

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in law enforcement or similar fields preferred but not required

• Must be new faces and not previously established in law enforcement roles on the show

• Must be local

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Family Hotel Guests – Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is seeking families and individuals to portray family hotel guests in interior scenes. Families are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as hotel guests in family-oriented scenes

• Interact naturally with other performers

• Follow blocking and direction on set

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 14+

• Families welcome

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Tourists / Hotel Guests – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray tourists and hotel guests in busy hotel scenes for an episodic television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hotel guests in lobby and common area scenes

• Walk, interact, and react naturally on camera

• Take direction from the assistant directors

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18+

• Any ethnicity encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing in public, crowded scenes

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Cleaning Lady – Background Actor

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray a cleaning lady in hotel scenes. This role adds realism to interior locations and is a great fit for performers interested in background work on a scripted series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hotel cleaning staff member in active scenes

• Perform natural cleaning actions on camera

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 18+

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in a similar field preferred but not required

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half paid after 8 hours

Background Actors for Construction Worker Roles

Job Description
A television series episode is casting background actors to portray construction workers in realistic worksite scenes. This paid opportunity is ideal for individuals with a blue-collar look who can naturally fit into an active, hands-on environment. Prior construction or labor experience is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a construction worker

• Perform natural background actions on set

• Follow direction from the production team

• Provide personal wardrobe if requested

Requirements

• Any gender and any ethnicity

• Ages 18 and older

• Blue-collar or rugged appearance preferred

• Construction or similar work experience a plus

• Available for a full filming day with possible overtime

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid television background role

Background Actors for Homeless or Addict Roles

Job Description
A television series episode is casting background actors to portray homeless or addict-type characters in gritty, realistic scenes. This paid opportunity is open to individuals who are comfortable taking on emotionally grounded, character-driven background roles. The production is seeking authenticity, commitment, and reliability for a full filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a homeless or addict-type character

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain character consistency throughout filming

• Provide your own wardrobe if requested

Requirements

• Any gender and any ethnicity

• Ages 18 and older

• Comfortable portraying the nature of the role

• Able to work a full filming day with potential overtime

• Wardrobe sizes must be up to date

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid television background role

Film Casting Call for Supporting Role – Blake’s Mom

Job Description
A scripted film production is casting an African American female actor for a supporting family role. This character appears as a maternal figure within a close-knit family dynamic and will be featured in a professionally produced film project. This is a paid, director-selected role with guaranteed compensation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable and emotionally grounded maternal character

• Perform scripted scenes alongside principal cast members

• Follow on-set direction and maintain character continuity

• Arrive prepared, professional, and camera-ready

Requirements

• Female talent

• African American

• Age range: 40s–60s

• Comfortable portraying a family-oriented role

• Able to provide personal wardrobe if requested

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half paid for every hour over 8 hours

• $50 wardrobe bump if personal wardrobe is used

Job Description
An independent, non-union short film is casting multiple roles for a narrative-driven student film project. The story follows a middle-aged man navigating loneliness and connection in the digital age, blending emotional realism with contemporary themes. This project offers performers the chance to work in a creatively focused, festival-intended short film with a collaborative production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for an independent short film

• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop grounded, realistic performances

• Participate in character-driven storytelling

• Remain professional and prepared throughout the filming process

Requirements

• Open to performers of various ages and genders

• Comfortable working on a non-union student film

• Strong interest in character-based storytelling

• Available to work on a multi-day short film shoot

Compensation

• Non-union independent film role

• On-set experience with a film school production

• Credit in a festival-submitted short film