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Extras Casting Assistant

CASTING ASSISTANT ALERT!

The Extras casting department for Chicago Fire and Chicago Med is searching for a full time, paid, extras casting assistant who can work Monday thru Friday, starting early next week. Work hours are from 830AM until 9PM, sometimes we wrap around 8PM. This is a paid position.

For the health and safety of all individuals on “Chicago MED,” all “Zone A” cast and crew must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning work.

We will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance.
You will be REQUIRED to show a hard copy or an electronic copy (photo) of their vaccination card at testing when they come in for their pre-employment test 2 days before they work.
You must be available early next week thru early May 2022. This position requires an assistant who is able to handle many changes (film changes constantly)
and also able to process information quickly.

Requirements:
A working Excel software program on your working laptop. A working car so you can safely travel from home to work at Cinespace studios (On the west Side of Chicago)
Legible writing as we write lists of names and numbers of extras
we cast. Professional phone manner – not afraid of making many phone calls.
We are searching for someone who is always on time, cheerful, dedicated and diligent — Someone who is focused and doesn’t let the ball drop.

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Casting and Crew Call for Romantic Comedy Web Series

Job Description

An independent five-episode romantic comedy web series filming in Houston, Texas, is seeking talented cast and crew members for a paid production. The story follows a self-doubting man testing AI glasses that reveal when women are interested in him—until he meets someone the technology cannot read. Open opportunities include Assistant Director, Script Supervisor, Motion Graphics/VFX Consultant, and background talent/extras for a mixer-party scene. This Houston web series casting and crew call is a great opportunity for entertainment professionals interested in independent film, romantic comedy, and digital productions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with the production team on a five-episode romantic comedy web series.
  • Assistant Director: Help coordinate on-set production and keep filming organized.
  • Script Supervisor: Monitor continuity and script details throughout production.
  • Motion Graphics/VFX Consultant: Support visual effects and motion graphics needs during production and post-production.
  • Background Talent/Extras: Portray guests in a mixer-party scene and follow on-set direction.
  • Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the production.

Requirements

  • Seeking an Assistant Director.
  • Seeking a Script Supervisor.
  • Seeking a Motion Graphics/VFX Consultant for on-set and post-production work.
  • Background talent/extras ages 20–50.
  • Background roles are open to all ethnicities.
  • Able to work in Houston, Texas.
  • Comfortable collaborating on an independent web series production.

Compensation

  • Paid positions.
  • Specific rates not disclosed.
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Job Description:

Casting is now open for the upcoming Bolden / Toussaint TV series. The production is accepting submissions for acting roles and behind-the-scenes positions through virtual interviews scheduled for August 1. Selected applicants will receive additional audition instructions after submitting their materials. If selected, this is a paid opportunity. The series is being pitched to major streaming platforms, including Netflix and Paramount+, pending approval.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Audition virtually for acting or production positions.
  • Submit all requested application materials.
  • Participate in a scheduled virtual interview.
  • Follow additional audition instructions if selected.

Requirements:

  • Open to applicants interested in acting roles or behind-the-scenes positions.
  • Submit the required application materials.

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity.

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