Jobs in North Carolina, United States

Job Description

A paid short documentary is seeking real people in the Charlotte area to share authentic stories about their lives, work, education, and plans for the future. The project will explore the choices people are making about their next steps, particularly while navigating challenging economic circumstances. This is not an acting opportunity and there are no scripts. Casting is focused on genuine experiences and perspectives from high school students, recent graduates, people building their careers, and individuals considering or currently making a career change.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a short documentary as yourself.
• Share your real experiences, goals, challenges, and plans for the future.
• Discuss topics related to education, employment, career development, or career changes.
• Speak naturally and honestly on camera without a scripted performance.

Requirements

• Must be based in the Charlotte area.
• Seeking real people rather than actors.
• High school students and recent graduates are encouraged to submit.
• Career builders and career changers are encouraged to submit.
• Must be comfortable sharing personal perspectives and future goals on camera.

Compensation

• $500 for participants selected for the final shoot.

Job Description

A psychological thriller short film titled Exposure is casting male and female actors for the lead roles of Mary and Jamal. Filming will take place in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The story unfolds during a tense dinner where Mary confronts her cheating boyfriend with a calculated trap that could ultimately cost him everything. Mary is calm, observant, and emotionally guarded, maintaining a controlled exterior despite being pushed beyond her breaking point. Jamal is charming but defensive, with his composure gradually deteriorating as his lies begin to unravel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Mary or Jamal in a psychological thriller short film.
• Deliver a grounded and emotionally layered dramatic performance.
• Perform an intense relationship confrontation centered on betrayal and deception.
• Convey escalating tension and emotional conflict naturally on camera.
• Jamal actor must perform a convincing physical sequence involving an allergic reaction, choking, distress, and collapsing.

Requirements

• Mary: Female actor, ages 25–35, African American.
• Jamal: Male actor, ages 25–35, African American.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Jamal actor must be comfortable with the physical demands of the simulated death scene.
• Must be able to work in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• Screen credit provided.

College Student Background Actors for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray college students in an upcoming television scene filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid opportunity is ideal for young performers who can authentically portray students and bring natural campus energy to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in a television background scene.
• Participate naturally in campus-style background activity.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Bring youthful and authentic energy to the scene.

Requirements

• Open to all genders and races.
• Ages 18–25.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a college student.
• Comfortable working as a background actor.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Guard Background Actor for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a male background actor to portray a guard in an upcoming television scene filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. Casting is looking for performers who can bring a convincing, professional, and authoritative presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guard in a television background scene.
• Maintain an authoritative and professional on-camera presence.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Perform assigned background actions naturally.
• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 30–50.
• Open to all races.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a guard.
• Must not have previously worked during Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Featured Prisoner for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a male performer to portray a prisoner in a featured television role filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. The director will select this role, and casting is looking for talent with a rugged, authentic appearance who can bring a convincing presence to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a prisoner in a featured television scene.
• Deliver a believable and natural on-camera performance.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Bring a rugged and authentic presence to the role.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 25–50.
• Open to all races.
• Rugged appearance preferred.
• Must not have previously worked during Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $180.

Featured Bridesmaid for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a female performer for a featured bridesmaid role filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. The director will select this featured role, making it an excellent opportunity for talent who can bring a natural, polished, and camera-ready presence to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bridesmaid in a featured television role.
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout filming.
• Bring an authentic presence to the wedding-related scene.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 21–30.
• Open to all races.
• Comfortable appearing in a featured on-camera role.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $180.

Pool Party Guests for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray pool party guests for an upcoming scene filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid television casting opportunity is looking for performers who can bring natural energy and a believable social atmosphere to a poolside scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guest at a pool party in a television scene.
• Participate naturally in poolside background activity.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain continuity and energy throughout filming.
• Perform comfortably in a group setting on camera.

Requirements

• Open to all genders and races.
• Ages 21–30.
• Must be comfortable wearing a swimsuit on camera.
• Comfortable working as a television background performer.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Officer Background Actor for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray officers in upcoming television scenes filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for performers who can convincingly portray professional officers and maintain a natural on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an officer in television background scenes.
• Perform natural actions appropriate to the role.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming.
• Remain professional and prepared while on set.

Requirements

• Open to all genders and races.
• Ages 25–45.
• Must be available for both required production days.
• Must not have previously worked during Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Command Officer Background Actor for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking background talent to portray a command officer in an upcoming scene filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid television background acting opportunity is open to performers who can bring a professional, authoritative presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a command officer in a background television scene.
• Maintain a professional and authoritative on-camera presence.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and the production team.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the scene.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to all genders and races.
• Ages 30–55.
• Male talent must have no facial hair.
• Must be new to Season 2.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.

Male Office Employee for “R.J. Decker” Season 2

Job Description

“R.J. Decker” Season 2 is seeking a male background actor to portray an office employee in an upcoming scene filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. This paid TV background acting opportunity is open to talent of all races who can naturally portray a professional workplace employee on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an office employee in a professional workplace scene.
• Perform natural office-related background actions.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professional on-set behavior.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 21–40.
• Open to all races and ethnicities.
• Comfortable portraying a professional office employee.
• Must be able to work in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours.