Chicago Modeling Gigs

Lead Roles for Franco-American Short Film

Job Description

A Franco-American short film is casting two lead roles for an emotional story centered on grief, memory, resilience, and family. Filming will take place in San Diego, California, and the production is seeking talented performers to bring two unforgettable characters to life. This is a paid opportunity for actors interested in leading an independent film with meaningful storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s lead characters.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required.

Requirements

• Seeking the following lead roles:
  • Lola: Girl, age 8. Bright, sensitive, curious, imaginative, intuitive, and wise beyond her years.
  • Ana: Woman, ages 65–80. Warm, funny, independent, and full of love and wisdom. The character is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.
• Must be available to film in San Diego, California.
• Previous acting experience is encouraged but not required.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

David – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray David, the victim’s ex-husband, in a dramatic reenactment. This featured role requires a convincing performance in an emotionally intense scene without scripted dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David in a true crime reenactment.
• Perform dramatic scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Help bring authenticity to the recreation.

Requirements

• White male.
• Dark hair.
• Ages 40–50.
• Mustache preferred but not required.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $135 per day.

Child Actor #1 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role requires a natural on-camera presence for an emotionally driven scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• React naturally during filming.

Requirements

• White female.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 8–11.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Child Actor #2 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is seeking a child actor to portray one of the victim’s children in a dramatic reenactment. This non-speaking role focuses on natural reactions in an emotionally impactful scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child in a reenactment scene.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Deliver a believable on-camera performance.

Requirements

• White male.
• Brown hair.
• Ages 7–9.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Nurse – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is seeking a female actor to portray a nurse in a non-speaking reenactment. This is a paid opportunity for performers interested in television production and dramatic storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nurse in a reenactment scene.
• Follow production direction on set.
• Help create an authentic hospital environment.

Requirements

• Female.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $75 per day.

Deputy Yeatman – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description

A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray Deputy Yeatman in a non-union production. This featured role requires a natural, authentic performance in a scripted reenactment with no spoken dialogue. The project is filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Deputy Yeatman in a true crime recreation.
• Follow the director’s direction during reenactment scenes.
• Deliver a believable on-screen performance without dialogue.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• White male.
• Ages 30–40.
• Average build.
• Brown hair.
• Goatee or short beard preferred.
• Able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Background Extras for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is casting background extras for a debutante ball scene filming in Mayfield, Kentucky. This paid background acting opportunity is open to adults and teens who can help bring an elegant social event to life on screen. The production is also seeking parents, pageant participants, writers, and other community members to appear in featured background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray guests and attendees in a debutante ball scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
• Help create an authentic atmosphere for the featured event.

Requirements

• Adults ages 18 and older.
• Teens ages 16–17 may apply with a parent.
• Seeking debutantes, parents, pageant participants, writers, and additional background talent.
• Must be able to work in Mayfield, Kentucky.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Featured Non-Speaking Male Extra for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking male background actors to portray intoxicated patrons in Chicago. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who can deliver a convincing on-screen performance while following production direction. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an intoxicated patron in a featured non-speaking role.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Remain available for the full production day.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a drunk character.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Asian Talent for National Fall Campaign

Job Description

A national product brand is casting Asian talent for a paid Fall 2026 advertising campaign. This commercial opportunity is open to men and women who can bring authenticity and confidence to a national marketing campaign. Local talent in the Atlanta area is encouraged to apply for this high-paying project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a national advertising campaign.
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Asian men and women.
• Ages 24–40.
• Must be local to Atlanta, Georgia or within a two-hour driving distance.
• Available for both the fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $1,500.

Men to Portray Orphanage Administrators for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film is seeking men to portray administrators at a boys’ orphanage in a period scene. This director-selected role is open to performers of all ethnicities who can bring authenticity and professionalism to a historical setting. This is a paid opportunity for talent interested in working on a feature film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an orphanage administrator in a period scene.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain the look and behavior appropriate for the historical setting.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Requirements

• Men, ages 25 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Able to portray a period-appropriate character.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $196 for 12 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $50.