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New Film & TV Casting Calls Open in Raleigh as Regional Projects Seek Local and Emerging Talent

Phyllis Coley @phyllis_coley
Film crew outdoors setting up a RED cinema camera under a bounce board, symbolizing active casting calls and production work happening in North Carolina.
Crew members prepare a RED digital cinema camera for an outdoor shoot, reflecting the surge of film and short-form projects casting in the Raleigh region. (Photo credit)

The film and television industry continues to expand across the Southeast, and Raleigh remains a growing hub for independent filmmakers, documentary producers, and regional casting directors. Several new projects are now seeking local talent, offering opportunities for both working actors and newcomers ready to build their résumés.

Casting Calls Now Open in Raleigh and the Region

‘Tone Deaf’ — Short Film (Raleigh, NC)

This short film is casting for Ian (male lead, 18–25).

‘For The Birds’ — Short Film (Raleigh, NC)

Producers are seeking Coco (female supporting, 18–36) for this narrative project.

‘Lowball’ — Feature Film (Nationwide Casting)

This feature is casting for both supporting and lead roles:

  • Ann (female supporting, 20–35)
  • Mary Ann (female lead, 18–30)
  • Average hourly rate: $75
  • Casting location: Nationwide
  • Learn more and submit

‘Latibulum’ — Short Film (Winston-Salem, NC)

Casting teams are filling multiple lead roles for this project:

  • Guy (male lead, 25–40)
  • Becca (female lead, 25–40)
  • Bob (male lead, 45–70)
  • Average hourly rate: $12
  • Casting location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
  • Learn more and submit

‘Dating’ — Documentary (NC & SC)

Producers are seeking Documentary Participants (lead, 18–100).

‘This Is My Body’ — Documentary (Richmond, VA)

Casting and crew opportunities include:

  • Documentary Subject (lead; female, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, trans female, trans male; 21–100)
  • Intimacy Coordinator (crew)
  • Second Camera Operator (crew)
  • Average hourly rate: $100
  • Casting location: Richmond, Virginia
  • Learn more and submit

The Southeast’s Film Landscape Continues to Grow

With rising production across the Carolinas and Virginia, filmmakers are increasingly turning to regional talent pools for fresh faces, authentic storytelling, and agile crews. For aspiring actors, these casting calls offer access to meaningful credits and hands-on experience without relocating to major hubs like New York or Los Angeles.

Spectacular Magazine will continue tracking casting updates and new opportunities across the Triangle and beyond.