O’Connor Casting Company

Casting Para-Athletes for National Bank Commercial

Job Description
A major commercial project is casting inspiring para-athletes to appear in a high-profile campaign promoting the Chicago Marathon. This opportunity highlights athletes who are actively training and competing, showcasing strength, resilience, and motivation. If you’re passionate about your sport and want to represent the para-athlete community in an empowering way, this could be your moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed commercial shoot focused on athletic training

• Represent your sport with authenticity, energy, and commitment

• Be available for virtual callbacks and in-person fittings

• Collaborate with directors and production crew for commercial storytelling

Requirements

• Must be a para-athlete based in the Chicagoland area

• Actively participate in one of the following categories:

  • Hand cycling or wheelchair racing

  • Running (using blades or prosthetics)

  • Weight training (affected by limb loss or paralysis)

• Able to self-report to Chicago locations for fittings and shoot

• Must submit a short video and form for consideration

• No acting or union experience necessary

Compensation

• $783 minimum for shoot day (SAG-AFTRA commercial rates)

• Eligible for residuals based on usage, with potential earnings in the thousands

• Usage includes broadcast TV, streaming, digital, and more under SAG commercial terms