Chicago Modeling Gigs

Job Description

A comedy-drama film is casting two female roles for a story centered on a group of friends and bandmates reconnecting during a weekend cabin trip. The reunion takes place after one member returns from a short stint in rehab, sparking tension as some friends cling to old routines while others try to move forward.

This character-driven project explores friendship, growth, identity, and the challenges of entering a new phase of adulthood. Production is seeking emotionally grounded performers who can portray layered, realistic characters within a close-knit ensemble.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead female character in a comedy-drama ensemble film

• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes centered on friendship and transition

• Collaborate closely with director and cast

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and shoot dates

• Contribute to a cohesive group dynamic on screen

Roles

Francesca (Mid to Late 20s, Female)
Now nearing 30, Francesca is questioning her future and contemplating leaving her longtime friend group to move out of state with her boyfriend. Often the “mom” of the group, she struggles to let go of that role while learning to prioritize her own path.

• Singing ability and guitar playing are a plus

Sammi (Early 20s, Female)
The youngest member of the group. Ambitious about her music goals yet somewhat naïve about life. A goth/punk personality on the outside—dark and eerie—but bubbly, high-energy, and fun underneath. In a flirtatious friends-with-benefits dynamic with a fellow bandmate.

Requirements

• Female actors able to portray early to late 20s

• Strong dramatic and ensemble acting skills

• Musical ability (singing and guitar) is a plus for Francesca

• Comfortable with character-driven storytelling

Compensation Details

Unpaid opportunity.

• Gas and travel expenses covered

• Food provided on set

• Dedicated premiere screening event in San Francisco

• Professional headshots and promotional photos provided for cast and crew

Job Description

A paid, non-union music video production is seeking two lead female models for an upcoming Afrobeat artist project. The artist is currently to be announced. The video will feature high-energy visuals and stylish, performance-driven scenes suited to the Afrobeat genre.

Casting directors are looking for confident, camera-ready talent who can bring strong presence, charisma, and a bold “vixen” look to screen. This is a featured opportunity in a professionally produced music video filming in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a lead model in a music video production

• Perform confidently on camera in stylized performance scenes

• Take direction from the director and creative team

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe and styling as requested

• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming

Requirements

• Female models, ages 19–25

• Attractive, fit, and confident appearance

• Strong on-camera presence

• Open to all ethnicities and complexions

• Non-union talent

• Submit recent photos and contact information

• Include Instagram handle and phone number

Compensation Details

Paid opportunity. Rate details will be provided upon selection.

Job Description

An NYU thesis short film titled For Zion is seeking Black actors for lead and supporting roles in a powerful, character-driven sports drama. The story follows a young Jamaican track star chasing greatness in the 400m while struggling under the emotional weight of legacy, family pressure, and generational trauma.

This dramatic short explores themes of ambition, father-son dynamics, identity, and the burden of expectation within a family of elite runners. The project offers emotionally layered roles with strong character arcs and meaningful screen time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in a dramatic thesis short film

• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes centered on family conflict and personal struggle

• For the lead role, convincingly perform running/sprinting sequences

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming days

Roles

Myles (Lead)
A 22-year-old Jamaican track star dedicated to becoming the fastest 400m runner. Driven and disciplined due to his father’s intense training, Myles struggles internally with feelings of inadequacy and the pressure of legacy.

• Black male, ages 22–30

• Must be able to run/sprint convincingly

Chilton (Lead)
Myles’ father and former athlete who never achieved his own dreams. He now lives vicariously through his son, creating tension as both a father and coach.

• Black male, ages 40–60 (50+ presenting)

Pops (Supporting)
A retired Olympic gold medalist and first-generation family track star. Once disciplined and focused, he now lives a relaxed retired life.

• Elderly Black male, 70+ presenting

Grandma (Supporting)
Former matriarch of the family who is gradually losing her sense of self due to age.

• Elderly Black female, 70+ presenting

Requirements

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Availability for scheduled shoot days and rehearsals

• For Myles: athletic ability and sprinting skills required

• Professional headshot and resume

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This NYU thesis short offers substantial character roles and strong dramatic material for actor reels.

Job Description

A short film titled Nutcracker is casting male actors to portray tenacious fraternal twin brothers locked in a comedic rivalry over peanut brittle. This character-driven story centers on sibling dynamics, competitiveness, and absurd humor set against a nostalgic, adventurous tone.

The production is seeking performers who can bring strong comedic timing, physicality, and expressive personality to the screen. The film blends stylized visuals with heightened conflict between brothers, creating a bold and entertaining short-form project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two fraternal twin brothers in a lead role

• Perform comedic and physically expressive scenes

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Bring energy and strong character presence to a sibling rivalry storyline

Requirements

• Male actors able to portray twin brothers (open to fraternal twin look)

• Strong comedic acting skills

• Comfortable with physical performance and expressive storytelling

• Professional headshot and resume required

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This short film offers strong character roles and valuable on-screen material for actor reels.

Job Description

A student thesis film titled Devoured is seeking two female actors for lead roles in a psychological drama exploring themes of insecurity, identity, and mental illness. The film centers on Eve, a deeply insecure young woman struggling with anorexia, and Lilith, a confident and captivating bartender who represents the physical embodiment of Eve’s illness.

This emotionally driven project examines the internal battle between self-perception and identity through a dark, symbolic narrative. The selected actors will play complex, layered characters in a visually and psychologically intense story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the two lead characters in a character-focused thesis film

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes involving psychological tension

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming days

• Bring depth, nuance, and authenticity to sensitive subject matter

Roles

Eve (23)
A deeply insecure young woman silently suffering from anorexia. She is anxious, has developed physical tics, and experiences memory loss due to her illness, weakening her grip on reality.

Lilith (23)
The confident and effortlessly beautiful foil to Eve. A bartender with siren-like qualities, she captivates Eve and ultimately reveals herself to be the physical embodiment of Eve’s illness.

Requirements

• Female actors, approximately age 23 (or able to portray early 20s)

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable performing psychologically intense material

• Professional headshot and resume required

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This is a thesis film production offering lead roles and strong material for actor reels.

Job Description

An upcoming indie short film is casting a female lead for the role of Serena, a tightly wound and high-strung liberal arts college student. The story follows Serena as she encounters an eccentric man dressed in a potato sack during a stressful academic deadline. This unexpected meeting pulls her out of her comfort zone and into a “back-to-nature” experience that challenges everything she knows.

This character-driven project centers on emotional range, vulnerability, and transformation as Serena is swept into a completely unfamiliar world. Production is seeking a strong performer who can portray intensity, stress, and eventual emotional unraveling with authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Serena, a stressed college student navigating a personal and emotional turning point

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes requiring expressive range

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

• Participate fully in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Bring depth and nuance to a character experiencing psychological and environmental contrast

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 20–24

• Ability to convincingly portray a high-strung, tightly wound college student

• Strong emotional acting skills with comfort performing dramatic material

• Prior acting experience preferred

• Professional headshot and resume required for submission

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This is a lead role in an independent short film offering significant screen time and creative exposure.

Job Description

A dark comedy short film is seeking a real-life couple in their 70s to portray the parents of three siblings in a heartfelt yet comedic story about navigating life after loss. The film, titled Everything Is F**ed*, follows three siblings as they determine how to move forward after the sudden death of their parents.

Production will take place in Mahwah, New Jersey. Selected talent will appear in a featured scene and must also be able to provide personal photos for use within the film. There is no dialogue for these roles. Talent must be able to provide their own transportation to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother and father of three adult siblings

• Participate in a one-day on-set shoot

• Provide personal photographs for production use

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Arrive prepared and on time with own transportation

Requirements

• Real-life couple preferred

• Male and female talent in their 70s

• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking role

• Able to self-report to set in Mahwah, New Jersey

• Confirm current place of residence in submission

Compensation Details

These roles are unpaid. Selected talent will receive film credit and a copy of the completed project.

Job Description

A growing horror series is seeking background talent for a large-scale Fall Festival scene. Casting directors are looking for individuals of all ages to help bring an exciting community festival atmosphere to life.

This scene will feature festival games, a hayride, bounce houses, food trucks, and a lively crowd environment. Talent will appear as festival attendees, helping create an authentic and energetic fall-themed setting for a streaming series set in North Carolina.

The project will stream on major platforms, including Amazon Prime Video and Tubi. This is an opportunity to be part of a professionally produced horror series and gain on-set experience in a dynamic filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray festival attendees in a fall-themed community event scene

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in background activities such as festival games and crowd interactions

• Maintain energy and continuity throughout evening/night filming

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a nighttime shoot

Requirements

• Open to all ages

• Families, individuals, couples, and groups of friends encouraged to apply

• Comfortable working on a film production set (not a public event)

• Must RSVP and receive approval prior to attending

• Available for an evening/night shoot

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon approval. This opportunity offers valuable on-set experience and exposure as part of a professionally produced streaming horror series.

Job Description
A short production is now seeking non-union volunteers for a project filming in Toronto. This opportunity offers a small honorarium and is ideal for performers looking to gain experience on set while contributing to a creative production.

Casting directors are seeking reliable individuals who can commit to a short filming window. If you’re searching for Toronto casting calls, volunteer acting roles, or non-union film opportunities in Canada, this is a great way to build credits and collaborate with a production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scheduled filming for the project

• Follow direction from the director and crew

• Arrive prepared and on time for set

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Available to work in Toronto

• Able to commit to approximately 3–4 hours of filming

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• $150 honorarium (depending on applicant volume)

• Volunteer-based production opportunity

• On-set experience and production credit

Gay Male Couples for PrEP Pharmaceutical Photo Shoot

Job Description
A pharmaceutical brand is now casting gay men ages 20–50 for a paid PrEP awareness photo shoot in New York City. Casting directors are seeking confident, great-looking men of all body types to portray authentic, modern couples in natural, intimate lifestyle moments.

All selected talent will be paired as part of a couple for the campaign. Real couples are encouraged to submit together, though talent may be paired with another male model if booked. This commercial photo shoot will capture warm, genuine interactions that reflect connection and real relationships.

If you’re searching for LGBTQ+ modeling jobs in NYC, paid pharmaceutical photo shoots, or high-paying commercial print campaigns, this is a premium opportunity with guaranteed usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple in a PrEP pharmaceutical photo campaign

• Participate in natural lifestyle moments including hugging and light kissing

• Be comfortable working shirtless in select shots

• Attend scheduled wardrobe fitting

• Maintain professionalism during a full shoot day

Requirements

• Gay men, ages 20–50

• Open to all body types, including:

  • Jacked (very muscular)

  • Otter (hairy, slim/lean, toned)

  • Bear (bigger, solid build)

  • Dad Bod (average, attainable build)

• Comfortable with physical closeness on camera

• Comfortable working shirtless

• Must be able to work as a New York local (no travel provided)

• Real couples welcome to apply

Compensation

• $750 session fee + 20% agency (10-hour shoot day)

• $300 fitting fee + 20% agency

• $3,000 guaranteed usage fee + 20% agency

• High-profile pharmaceutical campaign exposure