Jobs in North Carolina, United States

Job Description

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) School of Filmmaking is casting lead and supporting characters for the fourth-year student short film Sharp. The non-union production will shoot in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, with auditions being accepted via self-tape. Sharp follows Lizzie, who is thrilled when her older sister Camille returns home from a teen treatment center. As they spend time together, Lizzie begins to understand that her sister is not perfect, but is still someone she deeply loves and is willing to fight for.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in the student short film Sharp.
• Prepare and perform scenes according to the provided audition sides.
• Bring authentic emotion and believable character relationships to the story.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and student production team.

Requirements

• Open to actors interested in lead and supporting roles.
• Must submit a self-tape audition for consideration.
• Non-union production.

Compensation

Unpaid.

Job Description

A paid tourism lifestyle production is casting one male and one female talent in their late 20s–30s for a scenic outdoor video shoot at Deep Creek in Bryson City, North Carolina. The selected performers will portray a couple enjoying a hiking and waterfall experience, including exploring the trail, interacting naturally, and enjoying the scenery on camera. This is a non-speaking lifestyle role with an estimated 2–3 hours of filming. The final shoot date will be selected from September 4, 5, or 6, 2026, based on talent availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple naturally enjoying an outdoor hiking experience.
• Participate in hiking, trail exploration, and waterfall scenes.
• Perform natural couple interactions and repeated walking shots for camera.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot.
• Provide personal hiking wardrobe and appropriate outdoor gear.

Requirements

• One female and one male, late 20s–30s.
• All ethnicities welcome.
• Slim, athletic, or average build.
• Natural, outdoors-oriented and tourism-friendly appearance.
• Comfortable portraying a couple on camera.
• Must be comfortable hiking outdoors for approximately 2–3 hours along the Deep Creek waterfall trail.
• No facial tattoos, excessive visible piercings, or non-natural hair colors.
• Must provide appropriate hiking/trail shoes, outdoor clothing, and a hiking backpack.

Compensation

$150 per selected performer.

Male Photo Double for TV Pilot

Job Description

A television pilot filming in Southport, North Carolina, is seeking a Caucasian male photo double to closely match an actor in physical appearance, complexion, hair, and overall profile. This paid photo double casting opportunity is looking for talent in their 30s–40s with specific appearance and height requirements to ensure visual continuity during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a male actor in a television pilot.
• Closely replicate the actor’s appearance and physical profile on camera.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout assigned scenes.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set in Southport.

Requirements

• Male.
• Caucasian.
• Ages 30s–40s.
• Height between 5’11” and 6’2″.
• Blonde salt-and-pepper or light brown hair of a similar length.
• Blonde, light brown, or ginger beard of a similar length.
• Must closely match the requested physical appearance.
• Must be available to work in Southport, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – CSI Tech

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background talent to portray a CSI technician. This paid casting opportunity is open to performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older. Selected talent will portray a professional crime-scene team member while following production direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CSI technician in background scenes.
• Perform realistic crime-scene background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain professional on-set behavior.
• Help create an authentic investigative environment for the scene.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable portraying a CSI technician.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Casting Call – EMT

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is casting background talent to portray an EMT. This paid background acting role is open to performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older. Selected talent will help create an authentic emergency-response scene while working with the production team on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT in a television background scene.
• Perform realistic background actions appropriate to the role.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
• Help create a believable emergency-response environment on camera.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable portraying an EMT on camera.
• Professional and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Employee

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background actors to portray employees. Performers of all races and genders, ages 25 and older, are encouraged to apply for this paid background acting opportunity. Selected talent must be available for both required filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an employee in background scenes.
• Perform realistic workplace actions for the camera.
• Follow instructions from production staff and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Conduct yourself professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Vendor

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is casting background actors to portray vendors. This paid casting opportunity is open to performers of all races and genders who are ages 25 and older. Selected talent should be dependable, professional, and available for the required two-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a vendor in background scenes for a television production.
• Perform natural on-camera actions appropriate to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism across both filming days.
• Arrive prepared and ready to work on set.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Background Actor Casting Call – Anglers

Job Description

A television production filming in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking background actors to portray anglers. This paid background acting opportunity is open to all races and genders, ages 18 and older. Talent must have their own bass fishing gear and be able to bring it to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an angler in background scenes for a television production.
• Bring personal bass fishing gear to the set.
• Perform natural background action as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain professional conduct throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must own bass fishing gear and bring it to set.
• Must be available to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.
• Additional $10 gear bump.

Male Background Actors for Travel Commercial

Job Description

A travel marketing commercial filming in Asheville, North Carolina, is seeking male background actors to portray real-life travelers. Casting is looking for men ages 18–80 of all ethnicities, appearances, and walks of life to create an authentic travel environment. This paid commercial casting opportunity requires full-day availability and the ability to work as a local hire in the Asheville area. The finished campaign includes unlimited TV, digital, and print usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life traveler in a commercial campaign.
• Perform natural travel-related background actions and interactions.
• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 18–80.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• All looks, types, and walks of life are encouraged.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Asheville, North Carolina.
• Must have reliable transportation to the filming location.
• Full-day availability required.

Compensation

• $300 guaranteed for 12 hours.
• Overtime after 12 hours, if applicable.

Job Description

FACE THE RUNWAY: Charlotte is seeking confident, energetic models to participate in one of Charlotte’s biggest fashion events of the year. The casting is open to male, female, and child models of all sizes, ages 5 and older, and all experience levels. Diverse looks are encouraged. Selected models will walk in Face the Runway: Charlotte on Saturday, September 26, 2026, featuring top designers, boutiques, live entertainment, and an unforgettable runway experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend the in-person model casting call.
• Participate in the runway show if selected.
• Follow the required casting attire guidelines.
• Arrive camera-ready with natural hair and makeup.
• Represent participating designers and boutiques professionally during the event.

Requirements

• Ages 5 and older.
• Male and female models.
• All sizes welcome.
• All experience levels accepted.
• Diverse looks encouraged.
• Registration is required before attending the casting call.

Compensation

• Showcase designer and boutique collections.
• Professional runway and portfolio-building experience.
• Compensation not specified.