Chicago Modeling Gigs

Featured Barfly Role for TV Series (Chicago Area)

Job Description
A TV series is casting featured, non-speaking background talent to portray a barfly in a bar scene filming in the Chicago area. This is a featured extra opportunity for males who can deliver a natural, believable bar atmosphere look on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois, and should be ready to submit a clear recent color photo and full sizing details for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured barfly in a bar scene with natural, realistic behavior

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male, ages 30s–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Must be local to Chicago/suburbs or surrounding border states to IL

• Must be available for the filming day

• Do not submit if you have worked in the past two weeks

• Must provide full measurements/sizes: height, weight, suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam (plus age, phone, and state)

Compensation

• Featured pay: $165 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Payment by check approximately two weeks after filming (if cast)

Officer 2 (Physically Fit Male) for True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN)

Job Description
A network true crime recreation series is casting non-union talent to portray Officer 2 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This on-camera role is for a physically fit, clean-cut male who can credibly portray law enforcement and is comfortable handling a prop weapon as part of the recreation scenes. This is a paid local-hire opportunity for talent who can bring a professional, grounded presence to a true crime reenactment environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a law enforcement officer in true crime recreation scenes

• Comfortably handle a prop weapon while following all on-set safety direction

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–40

• Physically fit, clean-cut look

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement on camera

• Comfortable handling a prop weapon (as directed by production)

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

• Able to provide current photos (shoulders-up and full body), plus height/weight and city/state

Compensation

• $125 per day (paid non-union)

Crime Scene/Bonfire Friend Extras (18–Early 20s) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for Crime Scene/Bonfire Friend Extras. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, focused on natural, believable reactions and authentic “friend group” energy on camera. Production is seeking a variety of looks in the late teens to early 20s range. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a friend extra in crime scene and bonfire-related reenactment scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, background action, and continuity

• Maintain professional behavior on set and adjust performance as directed

Requirements

• Ages 18–early 20s

• Variety of looks encouraged

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Lineup Friends (18–Early 20s) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for Lineup Friends. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, and the scene involves a questioning/lineup-style montage. Production is seeking a variety of looks within the late teens to early 20s range who can deliver natural, believable reactions on camera. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a friend in a questioning/lineup montage (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for staging, timing, and continuity across takes

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence and take adjustments quickly

Requirements

• Ages 18–early 20s

• Variety of looks encouraged

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available Thursday morning for the montage scene

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Lindsey (Friend) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN Area)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for the role of Lindsey, a friend character featured in a single-scene reenactment. This is a true crime recreation project with no scripted audio, so production is looking for a natural on-camera presence that matches the requested look. This is a paid local-hire opportunity with no travel, lodging, or stipends.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Lindsey” in a true crime recreation scene (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for reactions, blocking, and continuity

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain professional set etiquette

Requirements

• White female, late teens to early 20s

• Super long, very blonde/almost white hair

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available Thursday around 10am (1 scene)

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take the photos)

• Include height/weight and city/state location (and any conflicts)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Volunteer Firefighter (Male) for Oxygen True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN)

Job Description
A new Oxygen Network true crime recreation series (premiering spring 2026) is casting non-union talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for a Volunteer Firefighter role. This is a true crime reenactment project with no scripted audio, so the performance is driven by realism, believable reactions, and strong on-camera presence. This is a paid local-hire opportunity (no travel, lodging, or per diem), ideal for actors who can portray an authentic firefighter look in recreation scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a volunteer firefighter in true crime recreation scenes (no scripted dialogue)

• Follow direction for blocking, emergency-action beats, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence on set

• Be prepared to work within a dramatic reenactment environment

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–40s

• Non-union talent local to the Knoxville, TN area (local hire only)

• Must be available for the estimated call time: Tuesday around 1:30pm

• Able to submit 2 current photos: one shoulders-up and one full body (no selfies; have someone take them)

• Include height/weight, city/state, and any schedule conflicts (agency info optional)

Compensation

• $75 per day (paid non-union)

Job Description
A film project is casting in Atlanta, Georgia for a church scene. Background extras are needed who can arrive camera-ready in appropriate church attire for a professional set environment. The production is also seeking musicians to appear on camera as a drummer and organist, bringing authentic performance energy to the church setting. This is a great opportunity for talent looking for Atlanta casting calls, film extras work, and featured music-related roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray churchgoers as background talent in a film scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a respectful, professional presence for a church-based setting

• For musician roles, perform naturally on camera as a drummer or organist as directed

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Atlanta, GA as a local/self-report hire

• Background extras must have church-appropriate attire

• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction on set

• For musician roles, ability to play drums or organ is strongly preferred for authenticity

• Reliable availability for a shoot happening soon

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)

Prep School Students (Teen Look) – Background Actors (18+)

Job Description
A production is hiring background actors ages 18+ who can believably play prep school students (teen look). This is a great opportunity for NYC-area talent looking for paid extra work and on-camera background roles in a school setting. Work takes place in Staten Island, with transportation provided from NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a prep school student in background scenes with natural, believable reactions.

• Follow on-set direction from the AD team (marking, resets, continuity).

• Arrive camera-ready with a neat, student-appropriate look and a professional attitude.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ and able to convincingly look like a teenager.

• Must be comfortable working as background talent in a school/prep environment.

• Must be local to NYC/Staten Island area (transportation provided from NYC).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well on set.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224/8 (overtime after 8 hours).

• Non-Union: $181.50/10 (overtime after 10 hours).

Volunteer English Voice Actors Needed (Animated Student Short Film)

Job Description
A mystical, coming-of-age animated short film is seeking English-speaking voice actors for multiple character roles, plus a few small background parts. You’ll record voiced lines for an animated project with a clear character tone (soft, wise, upbeat, snappy, etc.). Paris-based talent is preferred, but remote talent with a strong at-home recording setup is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Record character dialogue in English with clear performance choices and consistent tone

• Take direction and deliver a few alternate reads as requested

• Provide clean, studio-quality audio (or comparable home studio quality) suitable for animation

• Meet agreed recording timelines and file delivery specs

Requirements

• English fluency with strong clarity and natural delivery

• Ability to perform one of the following voice types:

  • Young, timid woman (protagonist): soft, clear, unsure but sincere

  • Old, wise man: stubborn yet welcoming; warm and thoughtful authority

  • Confident couple (1 man, 1 woman): polished, ethereal confidence with a “perfect couple” energy

  • Smug, snappy man: uptight, annoyed, quick and sharp

  • Corporate ad-reader: upbeat, confident, commercial-style read

  • Additional background voices (short lines)

• Access to a good recording setup if recording remotely

• Demo reel, samples, or recent voiceover work ready to share

Compensation

• Volunteer / unpaid voiceover opportunity

• Possible credit (where applicable) and a strong piece for your voiceover portfolio

Photo Casting: Upscale Caucasian Male (Late 40s–Early 50s)

Job Description
A photo casting is seeking 1 Caucasian male to portray an upscale, fatherly, good-looking character for a project titled “The Body.” Talent must be fully available for both required work dates. This opportunity is open to ACTRA and non-union talent and is a strong fit for performers with a polished, mature on-camera presence who can deliver a clean, natural look for still photography.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an interior photo shoot portraying an upscale, fatherly character type

• Arrive camera-ready and follow on-set direction for posed and lifestyle-style images

• Provide current, straight-on reference photos through the application process

• Maintain full availability for both scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Caucasian male, late 40s to early 50s appearance

• ACTRA or non-union

• Must be available for both work dates (no partial availability)

• Able to provide current photos: selfie, chest-up, and full-length

• No filters; clean, straight-on images (not professional headshots)

• Comfortable sharing additional “life” photos (examples: formal wear, casual, business, animals, car)

Compensation

• Paid photo casting (rate not listed)