Chicago Modeling Gigs

Casting Assistant for Television Extras Office

Job Description
A busy television extras casting office is hiring a casting assistant to support day-to-day casting operations. This paid position is ideal for someone interested in gaining hands-on experience in TV casting, talent coordination, and production workflows. The role is based at a professional studio environment and requires strong organization, communication, and computer skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the extras casting team with daily casting operations

• Manage emails, submissions, and casting updates

• Communicate with background actors and production staff

• Support administrative tasks within the casting office

• Work on-site during scheduled office hours

Requirements

• Must have a working laptop

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced casting environment

• Reliable availability during scheduled workdays

• Interest in casting, film, or television production

Compensation

• Paid casting assistant position

ACTRA Body Doubles for Digital Commercial

Job Description
A digital and connected TV commercial is casting ACTRA body doubles for multiple featured roles. This production is seeking talent who closely match specific physical characteristics to serve as body doubles for principal performers. The project will film in Ontario and requires professional, detail-oriented performers who can maintain continuity on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for principal talent

• Match physical appearance, wardrobe fit, and movement for continuity

• Follow precise on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be ACTRA members

• Must be 25 years or older

• Comfortable working as a body double on camera

• Available for fitting and both potential shoot days

• Open to the following specific matches:

  • Male, white, 20s–30s, approx. 5’9”, 190–200 lbs, dark brown hair

  • Male, biracial (Black/White), 40s–50s, approx. 5’6”, 160–170 lbs, black hair

  • Female, white, 30s–40s, approx. 5’2”, 200 lbs, blonde hair

  • Female, white, 40s–50s, approx. 5’6”, 177 lbs, brown hair

Compensation

• ACTRA demo rate at scale

• One shoot day guaranteed

Male Actor for Neighbor Role in True Crime TV Series

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray a neighbor in a scripted reenactment role. This non-union project is seeking a grounded, believable performer who is comfortable working with mature subject matter related to crime storytelling. Filming will take place in the Knoxville, Tennessee area with an immediate booking timeline.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Deliver realistic, restrained on-camera performance

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity during filming

Requirements

• Black male actor

• Age range: 40s

• Comfortable performing scripted murder-related content

• Able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee

• Open to non-union talent

Compensation

• $125 per day

Law Enforcement Officer for Network True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray a law enforcement officer for an immediate replacement role filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-union production is seeking a physically fit, clean-cut performer who can confidently handle prop weapons and deliver a realistic law enforcement presence on camera. This is a fast-turnaround booking with filming scheduled immediately.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law enforcement officer in scripted true crime reenactment scenes

• Handle prop weapons safely and professionally

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Black male actor

• Ages 30s–40s

• Physically fit with a clean, professional appearance

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement and handling prop weapons

• Available to work in Knoxville, Tennessee

• Open to non-union talent

Compensation

• $150 per day

Marching Band Members for Sports-Themed Production

Job Description
A sports-themed production is casting marching band members for on-camera roles in energetic performance scenes. This opportunity is ideal for musicians with recent high school or college marching band experience who can bring authentic movement, timing, and musical presence to a professional set. Select performers may be featured, with filming scheduled for early February.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform marching band routines on camera

• Play instruments during filmed performance sequences

• Follow choreography, blocking, and on-set direction

• Work collaboratively as part of a coordinated band group

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s

• Recent high school or college marching band experience

• Ability to perform with your own instrument preferred

• Comfortable performing on camera in a group setting

• Available to work in the Atlanta or Covington, Georgia area

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Compensation varies by role and screen time

Football Players for Sports-Themed Production

Job Description
A sports-themed production is casting experienced football players for on-field and sideline roles. This project is seeking athletic performers who can bring realism, intensity, and game-ready energy to camera. Several roles are available, including featured players, making this a strong opportunity for football talent looking to work on a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform football-related action and movement on camera

• Portray high school or college-level football players

• Follow blocking, choreography, and on-set direction

• Work comfortably in team-based scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18 to mid-20s

• Prior football experience required (all skill levels welcome)

• Ability to portray either high school–age or college-age players

• Athletic build and football-ready appearance

• Must be able to work in the Atlanta or Covington, Georgia area

Compensation

• Paid roles

Experienced Cheerleaders for Sports-Themed Production

Job Description
A sports-themed production is casting experienced cheerleaders for featured on-camera roles. This opportunity is ideal for high-energy performers with real cheerleading backgrounds who can bring authenticity, teamwork, and strong performance skills to the screen. Several featured spots are available, with filming scheduled for early February.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cheer routines and sideline-style movements on camera

• Work closely with fellow cheerleaders during group scenes

• Follow choreography and on-set direction

• Maintain high energy and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18 to mid-20s

• Prior cheerleading experience required

• Ideally part of a group of 3–5 cheerleaders who have trained or performed together

• Comfortable performing on camera in a team setting

• Able to work in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

• Paid roles

• Featured rates available for select cheerleaders

Female Stand-Ins for Soccer Commercial

Job Description
A soccer commercial is casting female stand-ins for a professional on-set production. This role is ideal for women who closely match specific physical characteristics and can work efficiently on set to support camera blocking and lighting. Soccer experience is not required. Talent must be comfortable working in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during rehearsals and filming

• Match physical positioning and movement for camera setups

• Follow direction from the production and camera team

• Remain available on set as needed throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Caucasian women

• Blondish or light brown hair

• Reliable and punctual on set

• Comfortable working as a stand-in (no acting or soccer experience required)

Compensation

• SAG stand-in rate

• $400 per day

Babies for National Commercial

Job Description
A national commercial production is casting babies for an upcoming shoot. This paid opportunity is open to newborns and young infants and welcomes talent from all backgrounds. The production is seeking babies who can appear naturally on camera in a professionally supervised environment. Travel will be provided if the baby is not local to the filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a national commercial

• Be accompanied on set by a parent or legal guardian

• Participate in a safe, baby-friendly filming environment

Requirements

• Babies ages 15 days to 2 months old

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Singles or twins welcome

• Available for travel and filming as required

Compensation

• SAG scale starting at $788

• Travel paid if not local

Models for Virtual Open Casting Call

Job Description
A fashion-focused talent platform is hosting a virtual open casting call to discover the next generation of models. This digital opportunity is open to curve and plus-size talent who are confident, camera-ready, and interested in building a modeling career through online castings. The open call will take place virtually, allowing models to participate remotely.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a live virtual casting session

• Present yourself confidently on camera

• Follow digital casting instructions and guidelines

• Represent curve-focused fashion and modeling opportunities

Requirements

• Curve and plus-size models only

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a virtual setting

• Reliable internet access and ability to join a live digital session

• Strong interest in fashion, modeling, and brand representation

Compensation

• Modeling and talent opportunities

• Compensation varies by project and booking