Chicago Modeling Gigs

Americana Music Video Casting – Bar Patrons

Job Description

An Americana-style music video is casting background actors to portray bar patrons in Birmingham, Alabama. The production is seeking a variety of talent to help create an authentic, lively bar atmosphere on camera. This is a background role for performers who can interact naturally and follow production direction during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in an Americana music video
• Interact naturally with other background performers
• Help create an authentic bar environment on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• All types welcome
• Must be able to work in Birmingham, Alabama
• Comfortable appearing in a bar-themed music video
• Able to perform naturally as background talent

Compensation

• Credit only

Funeral Scene Casting – Italian-Looking Family Members

Job Description

A production filming in Griffin, Georgia is casting additional male and female background actors to portray family members attending a funeral. The production is seeking talent in their 20s–80s with an Italian or similar appearance who can bring an authentic family presence to the scene. Selected performers should have appropriate formal funeral attire available for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family member attending a funeral
• Perform naturally as a background actor during funeral scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain appropriate reactions and continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared with suitable formal funeral attire

Requirements

• Male and female talent in their 20s–80s
• Italian or similar appearance
• Must be able to work in the Griffin, Georgia area
• Must have appropriate, polished funeral attire
• Comfortable performing as a background family member

Compensation

• Compensation details not disclosed

Anthology Series “Investigating the Supernatural: Heaven and Hell” Casting Jesus

Job Description

An anthology docudrama series is casting two roles for an upcoming supernatural-themed production filming in Virginia Beach. The production is seeking a male actor in his late 20s–30s to portray Jesus. The Jesus role requires a Mediterranean appearance or similar look, with olive complexion, dark eyes, and dark wavy or curly hair preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jesus in an anthology docudrama series
• Perform naturally and authentically for assigned scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Jesus role requires a taped audition and speaking performance

Requirements

• Jesus: Male talent in late 20s–30s
• Jesus: Mediterranean appearance or similar look preferred
• Jesus: Olive complexion, dark eyes, and dark wavy or curly hair preferred
• Jesus: Hair should reach the neck or shoulders, with no cropped or shaved sides
• Must be able to work in Virginia Beach

Compensation

• Jesus: $450 per day

Chicago Fire Casting – Featured Female Patron

Job Description

Chicago Fire is casting a featured female background actor in her 20s to portray a patron in a non-speaking television role. The production is seeking women of all ethnicities who are local to the Chicago area and available for a wardrobe fitting before filming. Selected photos will be presented to the director for final casting consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured patron in Chicago Fire
• Perform naturally in a non-speaking featured background role
• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female talent in her 20s
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states and able to work as an Illinois local
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming
• Comfortable working as a featured non-speaking background actor

Compensation

• Featured role: $165 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours

Chicago Fire Casting – Construction Workers

Job Description

Chicago Fire is casting male and female background actors to portray construction workers for an exterior scene filming on the south side of Chicago. The production is seeking talent in their 20s–50s of all ethnicities for non-speaking extra roles. This Chicago casting call is open to local performers from the city, suburbs, and surrounding states who can work as Illinois locals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a construction worker in Chicago Fire
• Work as a non-speaking background actor in exterior scenes
• Perform natural construction worker actions as directed
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent in their 20s–50s
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states and able to work as an Illinois local
• Comfortable filming outdoors
• Able to portray a construction worker convincingly

Compensation

• Compensation details not disclosed

Job Description

A promotional film production is casting an Indian female host/talent for a live event taking place in New York City on August 20. The selected talent will participate in a full-day event and should be confident conducting interviews, engaging with attendees, and asking questions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a promotional film at a live event.
• Conduct interviews with event attendees.
• Ask questions confidently and engage naturally with guests.
• Represent the production professionally throughout the event.

Requirements

• Indian female talent.
• Ages 25–35.
• Young, model-type appearance.
• Comfortable conducting interviews and asking questions.
• Confident and engaging on camera.

Compensation

$500 for the full day.

Job Description

A production is casting babies ages 5–7 months for a one-day lifestyle video shoot. The casting is seeking White or Latino/a babies with dark hair and dark eyes. Selected babies should be comfortable being held by model parents who are not family members during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a one-day lifestyle video shoot.
• Participate on camera alongside model parents.
• Be comfortable being held by non-family cast members.
• Attend the scheduled shoot with a parent or guardian.

Requirements

• Babies ages 5–7 months.
• White or Latino/a.
• Dark hair and dark eyes.
• Parent or guardian must submit recent photos.
• Application should include the baby’s name and age.

Compensation

Paid opportunity.

Job Description

An independent food documentary production is seeking a Makeup Artist for multiple filming dates in Vancouver, British Columbia, between August 24 and September 1. The production will film approximately two people per day and requires natural, camera-ready makeup. The goal is to help documentary subjects look fresh and polished on camera while still looking like themselves. This is a modestly paid opportunity suited to a professional who is comfortable working on a small independent production.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide natural and minimal camera-ready makeup for documentary subjects.
• Prepare approximately two people per filming day.
• Maintain a polished yet authentic appearance appropriate for documentary filming.
• Bring and maintain your own professional makeup kit.
• Maintain a professional, reliable, and easygoing presence on set.

Requirements

• Experience providing makeup for film, photography, or other on-camera productions.
• Comfortable creating natural and minimal makeup looks.
• Must have your own makeup kit.
• Applicants who cannot work every filming date may still be considered.

Compensation

$100 day rate + $25 makeup kit fee.

Job Description

“The Frontrunner,” an animated short film directed by Oshi Wanigasekera, is casting two South Asian lead voice-over actors for a paid, non-union production. The film follows an imaginative young girl caught in the middle of her divorced parents’ custody battle. When her dance recital brings their ongoing conflict to a head, the story explores the lasting effects of parental conflict on a child’s identity and self-worth. Voice-over recording will take place in Toronto during September 2026. Natural and authentic South Asian accents based on the actor’s ethnicity are encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead voice-over role for the animated short film.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally grounded character performance.
• Participate in an in-person recording session in Toronto.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during recording.

Requirements

• Seeking 2 South Asian lead actors.
• Mother: South Asian female, approximately 40–55.
• Father: South Asian male, approximately 40–55.
• Natural and authentic South Asian accents are encouraged.
• Non-union production.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

eye5, LLC is seeking reliable, polished, and engaging Brand Ambassadors to support a San Pellegrino event activation in Glendale, California. This outdoor event requires talent who can interact professionally with guests, work comfortably in the heat, and remain flexible throughout the activation.

Job Responsibilities

• Distribute San Pellegrino product samples to event attendees.
• Assist with a branded photo opportunity.
• Engage with guests and answer basic event questions.
• Help maintain a smooth and welcoming event experience.
• Rotate between different positions as needed.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and guest-focused attitude throughout the activation.

Requirements

• Must be available for all scheduled dates and times.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in the heat.
• Strong communication and customer engagement skills.
• Professional and polished appearance.
• No visible piercings or tattoos permitted.

Compensation

$30/hour + overtime
Daily stipend: $30
Total payout: $618.75