Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Stand-Ins for Commercial Production

Job Description
A commercial production is casting professional stand-ins to work as local hires in the Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina area. These paid stand-in roles support principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera setups. The production is seeking physically specific matches with strong on-set professionalism and availability for extended shoot hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actors during technical setups

• Match the height, build, and general appearance of featured talent

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera department

• Maintain consistency, focus, and professionalism throughout filming

• Remain available for long shoot windows as required

Requirements

• Stand-In #1: Male, Black, ages 25–40, short hair, very fit build, height between 5’11”–6’1”

• Stand-In #2: Male, mixed ethnicity, ages 18–25, height 6’7”–6’10”, approx. 250 lbs, basketball player build, side fade haircut with fuller volume on top

• Stand-In #3: Male, mixed ethnicity, ages 18–25, height 6’3”–6’5”, approx. 205 lbs, basketball player build, side fade haircut with fuller volume on top

• Must be local to or able to work as a local hire in Raleigh/Durham, NC

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable on set

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA stand-in rate (approximately $490)

• Paid commercial role

• Professional on-set experience

Blake Sisters – DPP Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting DPP performers to portray Blake’s sisters. These roles support family-driven storytelling and do not require relation to other cast members.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling characters in scripted scenes

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Female performers

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18–25

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Blake Mom – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a DPP performer to portray Blake’s mother in a scripted scene. This role does not require relation to other cast members and focuses on emotional presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mother character in scripted scenes

• Follow direction for emotional and dramatic moments

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Female performer

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 40–60s

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Onesie Neighbor – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is casting a DPP performer to portray a quirky neighbor wearing a onesie. This role adds visual interest and personality to neighborhood scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor character on camera

• Wear provided costume wardrobe

• Follow direction during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Accurate sizing required for wardrobe

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Car Detailer – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a DPP performer to portray a car detailer. This role benefits from real-world experience and adds authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working car detailer on camera

• Perform realistic detailing actions

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Experience in car detailing preferred

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• DPP pay rate applied

Gym & Coffee Shop Patrons – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is casting background performers to portray gym members and coffee shop patrons. These roles help build authentic everyday environments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray gym or coffee shop patrons naturally

• Wear appropriate wardrobe provided by performer

• Follow on-set direction and blocking

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must provide gym attire and a separate coffee shop look

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $20 wardrobe/prop bump

Colorful Car Owners – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking background performers with colorful, eye-catching cars for exterior scenes. These roles help create an energetic, visually engaging atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera with your vehicle in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must own a colorful or visually interesting car

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

Omari Blake – Murder Victim (DPP Role)

Job Description
A television production is casting a DPP performer to portray Omari Blake, a murder victim in a dramatic scripted scene. This role requires an athletic build and comfort portraying intense subject matter in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a murder victim in scripted scenes

• Follow detailed direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during dramatic filming

Requirements

• Male performer

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Athletic build

• Comfortable with scripted violence

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Job Description
A student short film is casting actors for Uncle Mac, an emotional, character-driven project exploring family, mental health, and reconciliation. The story follows Mac as he visits his estranged sister and learns she is struggling deeply, forcing him to confront difficult truths and his own limitations. This is a non-union, unpaid opportunity ideal for actors seeking meaningful material, festival exposure, and reel-worthy scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted role in a dramatic short film

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

• Bring emotional authenticity and nuance to character-driven scenes

• Participate fully during scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Non-union performers

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable portraying sensitive subject matter

• Availability for filming in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

• Roles available include:

  • Mac: Male, mid to late 20s

  • Julia: Female, late 20s to early 30s

  • Sophie: Female, child/teen role

Compensation

• Unpaid role

• On-screen credit

• Festival and portfolio exposure

Female Fit Model Needed

Job Description
A fashion opportunity is seeking a female fit model for professional fit sessions in North Carolina. This role is ideal for talent who can provide consistent sizing for garment fittings and work closely with a design team to help perfect fit, comfort, and overall garment construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend fit sessions to try on sample garments for evaluation

• Provide feedback on comfort, movement, and overall fit as directed

• Work with the team during pinning, measuring, and fit adjustments

• Maintain consistent measurements and arrive on time for scheduled sessions

Requirements

• Female fit model

• Height: 5’7 3/4”

• Clothing size: 6

• Bust: 35”

• Waist: 27.5–28”

• Hips: 37.5–38”

• Shoe size: 8.5

• Must be able to work in North Carolina as a local hire

Compensation

• Paid fit model role

• Rate and session details provided upon selection