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Acting In North Carolina
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items The film industry has been big in North Carolina for decades. There have been ups and downs but the industry has so survived and has made a resurgence. If you are a new actor or an actor new to the area,I hope my list gives you some guidance.
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Casting Calls
Movie Studios
Casting Directors
Training and Misc
Self Tape For Auditions
Shows & Movies Filmed In North Carolina
Casting Calls
Actors Access is one online site to join to find casting calls. Upload your headshots and resumé and see what happens.
actors access
Backstage is the #1 site to go to to find casting calls. You can join for free but more features are made available to you if you become a member. You can make up paying for the membership quick so why wouldn't sign up? Just upload your headshots and resumé. Now the hard part. Waiting.
Discover Casting Calls, Auditions, and Other Great Jobs on Backstage
Movie Studios
Formerly EUE/Screen Gems,Cinespace studios has an established presence for film in and around Wilmington,NC. Featuring 10 sound stages.
Cinespace Studios
The newest studio in Wilmington,NC. Featuring 4 sound stages.
Dark Horse Stages
Casting Directors
One of the casting companies that I've been able to have been booked through. Taylor has established herself and her company in and around Wilmington,NC. You will also find her casting in Charleston,SC too.
TW Cast & Recruit
Another casting director I've had the pleasure of working for. She has casted for shows and movies in both North and South Carolina.
Kimmie Stewart Casting - Facebook
Another Casting Director in North Carolina. She casts for shows and movies in and around the Charlotte area mainly but has been a casting director for shows in Wilmington,NC.
Tona B. Dahlquist Casting - Facebook
Training and Misc
If you are new to acting or are wanting to continue perfecting your craft,you will hear about Actors Arsenal. Founded by Ron Fallica and Allie McCulloch. Classes are in person and online. They also have special workshops from time to time.
Actors Arsenal
Are you a resident of Wilmington,the surrounding area or an actor passing through and are needing new headshots? Then you need to make an appointment to get your headshots taken by Ron. Great headshots are key and Ron will make sure you get your foot...
Ron Fallica Photography
Another location where you can get training to perfect your craft. Located in Raleigh,NC.
Actors Training Ground | Facebook
Self Tape For Auditions
With this Triod you can has the ability to pívot and you can remove the main strut to reveal a monopod.
NEEWER 79 inch Camera Tripod Monopod
You have your backdrop but you need to hang it. All you need is the Neewer adjustable backdrop support system. You can take your picture anywhere from the comfort of your studio. Carry bag included. #ad
Neewer 10ft Adjustable Backdrop Support System
An article about the best mics for self taping. They can guarantee your best possible audition. Now all you have to is bring yourself.
Best microphone to use for self tapes? : r/acting - Reddit
Do you want to film a Christmas photo in the middle of Summer? Maybe film yourself in front of of a fireplace but while in your kitchen. Whatever the situation, backdrops from Kate Backdrops are a great choice.
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If you're self taping you'll need a bracket for your phone. The phone bracket from Lume Cube is what you need. Just attach this bracket to a tripod and start filming that audition to get that role you've been wanting.
Smartphone Clip for Lighting - Lume Cube
To get the perfect lighting in any room any time of day you need a lighting kit. With the panel lights you can control the softness or brightness. You can also use the diffusers that are included to adjust lighting. Carrying bag included.
LED Panel Lights | Video & Camera Lights - NEEWER
Do you need help directing light so you can get perfect lighting for self tapes or headshots? Get yourself some barn door attachments for your panel lights. Your photos and videos will be the best they've ever been.
Neewer Professional LED Video Light Barn Door
Shows & Movies Filmed In North Carolina
I was in Season 4. It was my first time as background,or extra,and I am in the trailer for the show. I worked on several episodes. The whole cast was great.
Watch Eastbound & Down (HBO)
Kenny Powers returns after faking his death. Danny McBride is awesome. Pay attention and you'll see me.
Eastbound and Down Season 4 Trailer #2
I actually got to be a stand in for 1 of the actors in season 2. Michelle Dockery did a 180° from her character on Downtown Abby.
Watch Good Behavior Season 1 | Prime Video
I was in a screen with both Brit Robertson and Scott Eastwood. You wouldn't know because I was edited out but I was there.
The Longest Ride
I worked on Season 3 of Under The Dome. I got set up on a blind date. That was the role. We had nothing in common. Ha
Under the Dome
I got to play dad for a day on set. I was matched up with a girl and I took her to see a hanging. Their form of entertainment.
Sleepy Hollow: The Complete First Season
In Season 2 I played a farmer.
Sleepy Hollow Season 2 Anticipation Thread | Other Media
I played a patient in the hospital.
Watch Halloween Kills Extended Cut | Prime Video
I was in a group of people acting like we were interested in timeshares. I got edited out.
Watch Welcome to Flatch: Season 2 | Prime Video
I played tech support for the mission to rescue their leader. Someone has to make sure communications from HQ gets out.
SIX: Official Trailer | New Drama Series Premieres Jan 18 10/9c
I played a construction worker.
Watch Florida Man
I was a passenger on a bus.
The Summer I Turned Pretty S1 | Prime Video
I played a drive in movie attendee.
Words on Bathroom Walls
I filmed a few times during the show's single season run.
Watch REPRISAL - Season 01 | Prime Video
I played a bar patron in Season 3.
Watch Hightown Season 3: Stream Full Episodes ...
I played a correctional officer and a news reporter on Season 2.
Watch Hightown Season 2: Stream Full Episodes on ...
This show was a lot of fun to work on. It only lasted 1 season though. It could have gone far but issues behind the scenes caused the show to end before it's time.
Swamp Thing