Chicago Modeling Gigs

Job Description

An independent, non-union psychological thriller and drama short film is casting multiple roles for an upcoming production in Toronto. The story follows Zofia, a Polish-Canadian woman visiting her grandparents. During an ordinary summer day, interactions with her family gradually expose the pressures surrounding her unmarried life while an uncanny presence that has long haunted the house begins drawing closer. As reality and Slavic folklore start to blur, Zofia is confronted by an unsettling spirit in the garden.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the lead or supporting characters in the psychological thriller.
• Perform character-driven scenes involving family tension, cultural themes, and supernatural elements.
• Deliver natural and emotionally grounded performances appropriate to the role.
• Perform Polish-language material where required.
• Perform simulated smoking where specifically required by the character.

Requirements

• Zofia: Female, 30s, Caucasian; lead role.
• Babcia: Female, 70+, Eastern European; supporting lead; must be fluent in Polish and comfortable performing simulated smoking.
• Dziadek: Male, 70+, Eastern European; supporting role; must be fluent in Polish and comfortable performing simulated smoking.
• Lala: Female, 50–70+, open to all ethnicities; supporting role; must be fluent in Polish and comfortable performing simulated smoking.
• Jenn: Female, 30s, BIPOC; supporting role.
• Must be comfortable working with dramatic and psychological thriller material.
• Non-union production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Applicable expenses covered.
• Travel provided.
• Meals provided.

Job Description

Romulus, a University of Colorado Denver senior thesis film, is casting a young male performer for the extra role of Young Cody/Child. The dramatic coming-of-age story follows teenage Cody as he struggles with his mother’s abandonment and the unresolved grief and generational trauma within his family. The child performer will represent a younger version of Cody while also appearing as the son of a woman Cody mistakes for his mother. The role supports the film’s themes of memory, loss, and Cody’s complicated emotional connection to his past.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Cody/Child in the short film.
• Appear naturally on camera as a younger representation of the lead character.
• Participate in scenes involving the Young Mother character.
• Follow direction appropriately during production.

Requirements

• Male child actor ages 5–10.
• Able to portray a younger version of the film’s lead character.
• Comfortable appearing in a dramatic short film.
• Parent or guardian involvement required for participation.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Job Description

The independent thesis film Romulus is casting a female performer for the extra role of Young Mother. Produced as a University of Colorado Denver senior thesis project, the coming-of-age drama follows a teenage boy dealing with his mother’s abandonment while confronting grief, memory, and generational trauma. The Young Mother is a woman in her 20s–30s whom Cody briefly mistakes for his own mother. Although an extra role, the character contributes to the film’s exploration of Cody’s longing for his absent mother and the emotional uncertainty surrounding his search.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as the Young Mother in the short film.
• Participate in scenes connected to Cody’s search for his mother.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming.
• Support the emotional atmosphere of the scene through natural performance.

Requirements

• Female talent in her 20s–30s.
• Able to portray a young mother naturally on camera.
• Comfortable working as an extra in a dramatic short film.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Job Description

A University of Colorado Denver senior thesis film titled Romulus is seeking an actress for the supporting role of June. The coming-of-age drama examines grief, abandonment, and generational trauma through a teenage boy’s troubled relationship with his mother and grandmother. June is Cody’s grandmother, a woman in her 60s with a blunt, no-nonsense personality. Beneath her stern exterior, she carries her own guilt and demonstrates a form of love that may not always appear tender but remains constant.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray June, Cody’s grandmother, in the short film.
• Capture the character’s blunt and no-nonsense personality.
• Convey underlying guilt and affection through emotionally restrained dramatic work.
• Perform family-driven scenes dealing with grief and generational conflict.

Requirements

• Female actor in her 60s.
• Able to portray a stern, emotionally layered grandmother.
• Comfortable performing dramatic material involving complicated family relationships.
• Strong ability to communicate emotion through subtle performance.

Compensation

• Paid supporting role.

Job Description

The coming-of-age drama Romulus, a University of Colorado Denver senior thesis film, is casting an actress for the supporting role of Maggie. The film explores generational trauma and grief as a teenage boy searches for his dysfunctional mother after being abandoned in the care of his grandmother. Maggie is Cody’s mother, a deeply complicated woman in her 20s–30s who loves her son fiercely but struggles to provide stability. Her mental health and substance abuse issues affect her ability to parent, creating a challenging relationship at the center of the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Maggie in the dramatic thesis film.
• Bring emotional complexity to the mother-son relationship central to the story.
• Perform dramatic material involving family instability and personal struggles.
• Work closely with the director to develop an authentic portrayal of the character.

Requirements

• Female actor in her 20s–30s.
• Strong dramatic performance skills.
• Comfortable portraying emotionally challenging subject matter.
• Able to portray a dysfunctional but fiercely loving mother.

Compensation

• Paid supporting role.

Job Description

A University of Colorado Denver senior thesis film titled Romulus is casting a teenage male actor for the leading role of Cody. The coming-of-age drama explores generational trauma and grief through the story of a volatile, emotionally guarded teenager searching for his dysfunctional mother after being left with his stern grandmother. Cody is a 13–15-year-old boy struggling with the pain of his mother’s abandonment. The role requires a young performer capable of handling emotionally complex dramatic material and portraying a guarded teenager dealing with grief, family conflict, and instability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Cody, the lead character in the short film.
• Perform emotionally complex dramatic scenes centered on grief and family relationships.
• Take direction and deliver an authentic coming-of-age performance.
• Perform material involving profanity and mature themes.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 13–15.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Comfortable with profanity and mature themes.
• Able to portray an emotionally guarded teenager experiencing grief and abandonment.

Compensation

• Paid lead role.

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in the Greater Toronto Area is seeking babies under six months old for an upcoming production. Parents or guardians interested in submitting their child should provide current information and a headshot for casting consideration. Selected babies will be needed for an extended production day, including a scheduled lunch break, with overtime applicable when required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a non-union commercial production.
• Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
• Remain available for the required production period.
• Follow production and on-set instructions as applicable.

Requirements

• Babies under 6 months old.
• Must be available to work in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Parent or guardian must submit on behalf of the child.

Compensation

• $300.
• Talent may be needed for 8 hours plus a 1-hour lunch.
• Overtime applies if applicable.
• 15% commission applies to jobs worked.

Job Description

An independent short film titled Ten Miles is recasting the role of Evie for a non-union production filming in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area. The film is an intimate drama exploring grief, guilt, memory, young love, and the difficult process of moving forward after losing someone. Evie is a woman in her early-to-mid 20s who is warm, emotionally intelligent, playful, and deeply caring. As the emotional heart of the story, her natural openness contrasts with her boyfriend Jacob’s more guarded personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Evie in a dramatic independent short film.
• Deliver both natural romantic moments and emotionally demanding dramatic scenes.
• Perform subtle emotional material with believable chemistry opposite the character Jacob.
• Appear in major sequences including coffee shop, waterfront/pier, picnic, and apartment scenes.

Requirements

• Female actor in her early-to-mid 20s.
• Must be able to play guitar.
• Able to portray a warm, playful, caring, and emotionally intelligent character.
• Must be comfortable performing romantic scenes and establishing believable on-screen chemistry.
• Hampton Roads, Virginia area production.
• Non-union.

Compensation

• Unpaid role.
• Meals provided.
• Footage available for the actor’s reel.

Job Description

An Atlanta-based production is casting male and female talent for an upcoming industrial and web project. The production is specifically seeking performers over the age of 60 who can fluently speak a language other than English. Talent of any ethnicity is encouraged to apply. Selected performers will appear in professionally produced content intended for industrial and digital use, including websites, YouTube, and social media.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in an industrial and web-based production.
• Communicate fluently in a language other than English as required for the project.
• Deliver a natural and professional on-camera performance.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Must be over 60 years old.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must fluently speak at least one language other than English.
• Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $750 for a 10-hour workday.
• Industrial and web usage.
• Usage includes website, YouTube, and social media.

Job Description

A professional USA-based touring live production is casting female dancers to join its performance team. The production is seeking energetic, reliable performers with strong dance ability, confident stage presence, and the flexibility to travel as part of a live touring show. Selected dancers will perform regularly as part of the touring production and should be comfortable adapting to the demands of a professional live entertainment environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a dancer in a professional touring live show.
• Execute choreography confidently during live performances.
• Maintain strong energy and stage presence throughout each performance.
• Travel with the production as required by the touring schedule.
• Work collaboratively with fellow dancers and the production team.

Requirements

• Female dancers.
• Strong dance and live performance skills.
• Confident and engaging stage presence.
• Must be prepared to travel with a USA-based touring production.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Compensation

• Paid weekly.
• Accommodations provided.
• Touring contract provided.