Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Armored Truck Mechanics (With Vehicles) – Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray armored truck mechanics in vehicle-focused scenes. These roles support realistic depictions of armored transport operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working armored truck mechanic

• Perform light mechanical actions on camera

• Follow direction during vehicle and loading scenes

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 20s–40s

• Experience in mechanical or vehicle-related work preferred but not required

• Must own a vehicle that is not red or white

• Vehicle should ideally have a key fob capable of triggering the car alarm remotely

Compensation

• Background actor day rate

• $20 bump for use of personal vehicle

Armored Truck Mechanic – Featured Background Actor

Job Description
A featured background role is available for an armored truck mechanic in a television production. This character appears in scenes alongside armored personnel and supports the authenticity of mechanical and security operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an armored truck mechanic on camera

• Interact naturally within security and vehicle-based scenes

• Follow production direction and blocking

Requirements

• Male performers

• Latino talent encouraged

• Age range: 40s

• Experience in mechanical, vehicle, or technical fields preferred but not required

• Comfortable working around armored vehicles

Compensation

• Featured background actor day rate

• Additional $50 bump for featured DPP role

Armored Guards / Employees (With Vehicles) – Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray armored guards and armored company employees in professional security scenes. These roles add realism to high-stakes moments and require a clean, authoritative presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray armored guards or security employees in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction during fittings, photoshoots, and filming

• Appear professional, alert, and camera-ready

• Use personal vehicle as part of the scene when required

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 30s–50s

• Clean-cut appearance with a law enforcement or security look

• Experience in security, law enforcement, or similar fields preferred but not required

• Must own a vehicle that is not red or white

• Vehicle should ideally have a key fob capable of triggering the car alarm remotely

Compensation

• Background actor day rate for filming

• $20 bump for fitting

• $20 bump for use of personal vehicle

Uniformed Police Officers – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray uniformed police officers in a television series. These roles help build realism in law enforcement scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray uniformed police officers on camera

• Follow blocking, direction, and set protocols

• Maintain a professional law enforcement presence

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–50s

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in law enforcement-style roles preferred but not required

• Must be new faces to the series

• Must be local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Detectives – Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background actors to portray detectives in investigative scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray detectives in professional law enforcement settings

• Follow direction and maintain scene continuity

• Appear confident and authoritative on camera

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–40s

• Any ethnicity encouraged to apply

• Experience in similar roles preferred but not required

• Must be new faces to the series

• Must be local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Tactical Law Enforcement – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray tactical law enforcement officers in action-driven scenes for an episodic television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tactical law enforcement personnel on camera

• Follow precise blocking and direction

• Maintain professional, authoritative presence

Requirements

• All genders, ages 20s–40s

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in law enforcement or similar fields preferred but not required

• Must be new faces and not previously established in law enforcement roles on the show

• Must be local

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Family Hotel Guests – Background Actors

Job Description
A television series is seeking families and individuals to portray family hotel guests in interior scenes. Families are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as hotel guests in family-oriented scenes

• Interact naturally with other performers

• Follow blocking and direction on set

Requirements

• All genders and ethnicities

• Ages 14+

• Families welcome

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Tourists / Hotel Guests – Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray tourists and hotel guests in busy hotel scenes for an episodic television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hotel guests in lobby and common area scenes

• Walk, interact, and react naturally on camera

• Take direction from the assistant directors

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18+

• Any ethnicity encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing in public, crowded scenes

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Cleaning Lady – Background Actor

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray a cleaning lady in hotel scenes. This role adds realism to interior locations and is a great fit for performers interested in background work on a scripted series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hotel cleaning staff member in active scenes

• Perform natural cleaning actions on camera

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 18+

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Experience in a similar field preferred but not required

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Pay guaranteed at $96 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half paid after 8 hours

Background Actors for Construction Worker Roles

Job Description
A television series episode is casting background actors to portray construction workers in realistic worksite scenes. This paid opportunity is ideal for individuals with a blue-collar look who can naturally fit into an active, hands-on environment. Prior construction or labor experience is a plus but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a construction worker

• Perform natural background actions on set

• Follow direction from the production team

• Provide personal wardrobe if requested

Requirements

• Any gender and any ethnicity

• Ages 18 and older

• Blue-collar or rugged appearance preferred

• Construction or similar work experience a plus

• Available for a full filming day with possible overtime

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours guaranteed

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid television background role