North Carolina Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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

Community Center Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking background actors to portray community center employees and volunteers in a scripted scene. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is ideal for performers who can bring a natural, grounded presence to a realistic community setting. The scene includes themes related to addiction counseling, so comfort with the subject matter is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a community center employee or volunteer in a realistic manner

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Interact naturally within the scene environment

• Arrive prepared, professional, and camera-ready

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be comfortable appearing in a scene that references addiction counseling

• Reliable, professional, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Pay rate details provided to selected talent

College Professor Background Roles

Job Description
A production is seeking talent to portray college professors for an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 25+, and is ideal for performers who can deliver a polished, scholarly on-camera presence. Talent should be comfortable wearing their own wardrobe, since a professional academic look will be needed for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college professor with a believable, professional presence

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate wardrobe as requested

• Work efficiently in a classroom or campus-style environment

Requirements

• Ages 25+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Should have a scholarly, professional look

• Must be able to provide own wardrobe (academic/professional attire)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Rate details provided to selected talent

College Student Background Roles (With Bikes)

Job Description
A production is seeking college students with bicycles for a scene featuring students riding on camera. This background acting casting opportunity is open to any gender and any ethnicity, ages 18+, and is ideal for talent who can confidently ride a bike while carrying a backpack. Performers should be comfortable taking direction and repeating simple action for multiple takes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in a realistic, natural way on camera

• Ride a bicycle safely during the scene as directed

• Repeat basic movement/action for multiple takes while maintaining continuity

• Follow on-set direction and arrive prepared and camera-ready

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have a bicycle and be comfortable riding it on camera

• Must be able to ride in the scene while wearing a backpack

• Must be reliable, professional, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Rate details provided to selected talent

• $20 prop bump (if selected)

Job Description
A non-union, unpaid short film is casting a supporting role for an actress (age 30+) to portray a sharp, high-powered attorney in a contemporary story about public backlash, influence, and reputation. This is a great opportunity to gain on-screen experience, collaborate with an indie film team, and earn credit for your work. Filming will take place in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role with strong dialogue and character presence.

• Collaborate with the director and cast to deliver authentic, story-driven scenes.

• Take direction well and maintain performance continuity across takes.

• Arrive prepared with lines learned and ready for on-set adjustments.

Requirements

• Female actor, age 30+.

• Strong acting skills with confidence in dialogue-heavy scenes.

• Professional, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced short film environment.

• Non-union performers encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• Unpaid (non-union).

Fort Lauderdale Police Station Background Extras (Paid)

Job Description
A production is casting paid background actors for police station scenes. This is a great fit for performers looking for paid extras work, police station background roles, and non-speaking on-camera experience in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in police station scenes (non-speaking)

• Follow direction from the background team and maintain continuity throughout takes

• Arrive on time and remain available for the full filming window

• Provide your own wardrobe based on production guidelines if booked

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Comfortable working on set in a structured environment

• Able to complete the required application form and provide requested details

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours