North Carolina Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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

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