Chicago Modeling Gigs

Jo Kim – Lead Teen Role for TV Pilot

Job Description
An upcoming NYU television pilot, Somewhere In Between, is casting a lead actress to portray Jo Kim, a sharp and emotionally mature teenager at the heart of this character-driven dramedy. Set in a struggling family-owned motel, the series explores immigrant family life, cultural identity, and growing up between two worlds.

This is a strong lead role for a young performer seeking meaningful material with depth and dialogue-driven scenes. Filming will take place in the NY/NJ area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jo Kim, a 15-year-old observant and emotionally intelligent teen

• Deliver natural, nuanced performances in dramatic and family-centered scenes

• Perform dialogue in both English and Korean

• Collaborate closely with cast and student production team

• Participate in scheduled filming days in the NY/NJ area

Requirements

• Female actor to play age 15

• Fluent in English and Korean

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Ability to portray emotional maturity and subtle vulnerability

• Must be available to film in NY/NJ

Compensation

• Unpaid student pilot

• On-screen credit

• Copy of the final project for reel use

• Meals provided on set

Cocktail Bar Scene – Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is now casting stylish, good-looking men and women in their 20s and 30s to appear in a trendy cocktail bar scene filming in downtown Chicago. Casting directors are searching for confident, camera-ready talent who can portray upscale bar patrons in a high-energy nightlife setting.

This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers looking to build television credits while working in a fun, social environment. The production is seeking approximately 40 background actors to help bring this hip cocktail lounge scene to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray fashionable cocktail bar patrons in an upscale nightlife setting

• React naturally in social, party-style scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and crew

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe and performance throughout filming

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate cocktail bar attire

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s–30s

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must submit a recent color photo in cocktail bar attire

• Women should present full hair and makeup suitable for a hip bar setting

• Men should wear stylish clothing appropriate for an upscale cocktail lounge

• Must provide full clothing sizes for wardrobe purposes

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Opportunity to appear in a featured cocktail bar scene

• Work in a dynamic downtown Chicago filming location

• Gain valuable on-set television production experience

Unique Vehicles – Background Car Owners for Will Trent Season 4

Job Description
A hit television series is now casting fun, unique, and eye-catching vehicles for an upcoming scene in Will Trent Season 4. Production is seeking non-traditional cars with personality — including whacky, standout, or “junkie” style vehicles — to appear on camera. Vehicles must not be white, red, or black.

This is a paid opportunity for vehicle owners in the Norcross, Georgia area to have their car featured in a major TV production. If your ride turns heads and stands out from the crowd, this could be your chance to showcase it on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide your personal vehicle for use in a filmed television scene

• Ensure vehicle is camera-ready and available for the full filming day

• Follow production instructions regarding vehicle placement and timing

• Be present on set with your vehicle as required

Requirements

• Must own a fun, unique, unusual, or “junkie”-style vehicle

• Vehicles cannot be white, red, or black

• Must be local to Norcross, GA or surrounding areas

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Must be available for a full filming day

• Must submit a current photo of the vehicle

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours

• Additional $35 car bump

• Paid background vehicle feature on a television production

• Great opportunity for local car owners to gain on-screen exposure

Train Station Employee – Christmas Mystery Film

Job Description
A Christmas mystery movie is now hiring a background actor to portray a train station employee in a key holiday scene. Production is seeking talent who can fit specific wardrobe sizing for a realistic, uniformed look in this festive Hallmark-style film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a train station employee in scripted scenes

• Wear production-provided wardrobe

• Follow detailed on-set direction

• Maintain continuity during multiple takes

Requirements

• Male or female adult

• Must fit wardrobe: approximately 32–34 waist, large jacket

• Clean-cut, professional appearance

• New faces only

• Must be able to self-report to Hamilton

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• On-set experience in a holiday feature film

• Professional credit for film work

Attractive Partygoers – Christmas Mystery Film

Job Description
A holiday mystery production is seeking male and female background actors in their 30s–40s to portray upscale party guests. This Hallmark-style Christmas film is looking for polished, camera-ready talent to bring charm and sophistication to festive social scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray elegant party attendees in holiday scenes

• Maintain a polished, Hallmark-inspired appearance

• Take direction and react naturally in social gathering scenes

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 30s–40s

• Attractive, well-groomed appearance

• Clean-shaven for men (no facial hair)

• New faces only

• Must be able to self-report to Hamilton

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Featured party scene experience

• Opportunity to network on a professional film set

Child Extras – Christmas Mystery Film

Job Description
A Christmas mystery movie is now casting child background actors for small-town holiday scenes filming in Hamilton. Casting directors are looking for new faces to portray local kids in festive community moments. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience in a Hallmark-style holiday production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray town children in holiday-themed scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain natural, age-appropriate expressions on camera

• Participate in small group scenes with other child actors

Requirements

• Boys and girls, legally ages 12–17

• Must look young for their age (smaller stature preferred)

• New faces only

• Must be able to self-report to Hamilton

• Parent or guardian must assist with submission and availability

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• On-set experience in a Christmas mystery film

• Opportunity to build early film credits

Medical Types – Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is now casting male and female background actors to portray medical professionals in featured hospital scenes. This paid background acting job is open to talent in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby Illinois border states.

Casting directors are seeking reliable, camera-ready individuals in their 20s through 60s to work as medical types. Some roles may be featured and non-speaking, offering valuable on-set experience for actors building their television credits.

This is a great opportunity to work on a professional TV set, gain exposure, and expand your background acting portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medical staff such as nurses, doctors, or hospital personnel

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain professional behavior during long filming days

• Wear appropriate wardrobe based on provided sizing information

• Be prepared for interior hospital scene filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s–60s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states

• Must submit a recent color photo

• Must provide height, weight, age, contact information, city, state, and full clothing sizes

• Comfortable working a full production day

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Opportunity for featured background experience

Paid Background Actors – “A Christmas Kind of Love” Feature Film

Job Description
A heartwarming, family-friendly Christmas movie, A Christmas Kind of Love, is now casting paid background actors of all ages in the New Orleans and Northshore, Louisiana area. This upcoming holiday feature film, written and directed by Louisiana filmmaker Bethany Ashton Wolf, will film from March through April and is set for release on a major streaming platform.

Casting directors are seeking individuals, families, and community members to help bring this festive story to life. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for first-time actors and seasoned background talent alike.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray various background roles in holiday-themed scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant director team

• Arrive camera-ready with updated photos submitted in advance

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

• Participate in scheduled filming days in the New Orleans/Northshore area

Requirements

• Open to all ages (minors and adults welcome)

• Must be local to the New Orleans or Northshore, Louisiana area

• Must provide name, age, city/state of residence, contact number, and height/weight

• Submit a headshot and full-body photo (natural, no filters or heavy editing)

• List any musical instruments played (if applicable)

• Include any on-set stand-in experience (if applicable)

Compensation

• $150 per 12 hours (Adults 18+)

• $100 per 12 hours (Minors)

• Paid background acting opportunity

• Professional feature film credit

• Filming for a major streaming platform release

Male and Female Models – Luxury Watch Commercial

Job Description
A luxury watch brand is now casting male and female models for a commercial product video and still photography campaign in Miami. This high-end commercial shoot will feature stylish, confident talent who can represent a premium lifestyle brand across digital and print platforms.

The production will capture dynamic, social media–inspired content, including lifestyle poses and movement-driven shots. Models should feel comfortable striking strong poses, smiling naturally, dancing lightly, and presenting themselves confidently on camera. This is a paid opportunity offering strong compensation for a full-day commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Model luxury watches for commercial video and still photography

• Strike confident poses for lifestyle and product-focused shots

• Perform natural movement suited for social media-style content

• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and creative team

• Maintain full-day availability for a 12-hour shoot

Requirements

• Female models, ages 20–25

• Male models, early 20s

• Youthful, attractive model type with clear complexion

• Asian, Native American, African American, Hispanic, or White

• Comfortable posing, smiling, moving, and dancing on camera

• Modeling experience preferred

• Must be local to Miami (no travel provided)

• Submission should include Instagram or TikTok (if available)

Compensation

• $2,500 for a 12-hour shoot

• Paid luxury watch commercial campaign

• Professional video and print exposure

• Portfolio-building opportunity

Professional Musicians (ACTRA Members) – Band Roles for Period TV Series

Job Description
A period television series set in the 1950s is now casting professional male musicians (ACTRA members only) for featured band roles filming in downtown Toronto. This is an actor role with buyout, requiring performers who can authentically play and mime instruments on camera while maintaining strict continuity across multiple shoot days.

Production is seeking real musicians to portray a band in performance scenes. The series is a stylized comic-book adaptation with mature themes. All performers must be comfortable working in a period setting that may include atmospheric smoke and dramatic content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1950s band member in featured performance scenes

• Play and accurately mime your instrument on camera

• Maintain strict continuity across filming days

• Follow detailed direction from production and music coordinators

• Arrive clean-shaven with period-appropriate hairstyle

Requirements

• Male performers only

• ACTRA members

• Professional musicians (real players required)

• Instruments needed: drums, stand-up bass, clarinet, trumpet

• Drums provided; all other instruments must be supplied by performer

• Must not have previously portrayed band members on certain major series

• No visible tattoos

• No deep tan

• Must be clean-shaven and willing to get a 1950s-appropriate haircut

• Must be fluent in English

• Comfortable with atmospheric smoke/herbal cigarette effects

• Must be available for both scheduled shoot days in Toronto

Compensation

• Paid at ACTRA member actor + buyout rate

• Featured television role

• Multi-day booking opportunity

• Professional credit on a major period series