Chicago Modeling Gigs

Indie Rock Musicians & Background Talent for NYU Thesis Film “Roadkill”

Job Description
An NYU thesis film titled Roadkill is now casting indie rock musicians and background talent for an upcoming production filming in New York City. This indie film casting call is seeking authentic musicians to portray band members, as well as indie-style individuals to appear as background talent in live music scenes.

The film centers around the energy and culture of the indie rock scene, and casting directors are looking for performers who naturally fit that world. This is a great opportunity for musicians and creatives looking to gain on-screen experience in a narrative student film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray indie rock band members in performance scenes

• Perform with your instrument in staged live music sequences (for musician roles)

• Appear as background talent in concert or venue scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

Requirements

• Ages 18–45

• Indie rock musicians comfortable performing on camera

• Background talent who fit an indie music scene aesthetic

• Available to film in New York City

• Comfortable working on a thesis film production

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

• Film credit and on-set experience

Coaches & Mentors Who Are Role Models to Preteen and Teen Boys for Unscripted Series

Job Description
A new unscripted short-form series is now casting real-life coaches and mentors who serve as positive role models to preteen and teen boys. This paid opportunity will spotlight authentic mentor-mentee and coach-player relationships, celebrating the powerful impact these bonds have on confidence, identity, growth, and character development.

The series will focus on meaningful time spent together, shared experiences, and the real conversations that help shape the next generation. Casting directors are looking for genuine relationships — not actors — who are open to sharing their story on camera in an uplifting and honest way.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real coach/mentor and preteen or teen boy duo

• Share your authentic relationship and experiences on camera

• Engage in guided conversations and activities during filming

• Be open, supportive, and comfortable in a documentary-style setting

Requirements

• Real coaches, mentors, or father figures with preteen or teen boys

• Preteen and teen boys comfortable appearing on camera

• Authentic, positive relationships built on trust and growth

• Open to sharing real-life experiences and mentorship stories

• Available for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid unscripted series opportunity

• Rate disclosed upon selection

Male Actor (20s) for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A network television true crime reenactment series is now casting a male actor in his 20s for the role of “Kyle.” This paid acting opportunity will film in Knoxville, Tennessee and requires talent who closely resemble the reference photo provided by production.

This non-union casting call is for a dramatic reenactment involving scripted gun violence and murder-related content. Actors must be comfortable portraying intense, emotionally charged material in a professional television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of “Kyle” in a true crime reenactment

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes involving simulated violence

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Be available for filming in Knoxville, TN

Requirements

• Male actor, 20s

• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting

• Comfortable with scripted gun violence and murder content

• Submit current photos (shoulders up and full body)

• Provide name, height, weight, and city/state of residence

• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $200 per day worked

• Paid non-union television role

Newborn Babies for TV Series in Chicago

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting newborn babies to appear in an upcoming episode filming in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking newborns weighing between 6 and 11 pounds to work for a couple of days on set. Single babies, twins, and triplets are all encouraged to apply.

Production prioritizes safety and care for infants on set. Newborns will have limited working hours in accordance with industry regulations. A valid Joan Philo work permit is required, and guidance on obtaining one may be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a newborn in a television episode

• Be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times

• Participate in a short, carefully managed filming schedule

Requirements

• Newborn babies weighing 6–11 lbs

• Must have (or be able to obtain) a Joan Philo work permit

• Based in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Parent/guardian must submit baby’s photo (no hat or bow), weight, length, baby’s name, parent name, city, and phone number

• Available to film for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours on set

• Paid television role

Marching Band Members for High School Scene in Covington, GA

Job Description
A fun small scene is now casting current and former marching band members for a high school band sequence filming in Covington, Georgia. Casting directors are seeking young adult performers who can convincingly portray high school students and who still have access to their own marching band instrument.

This background casting call is perfect for musicians with real marching band experience looking to work on a professional production set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school marching band students in a filmed scene

• Bring your own instrument to set

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Participate in a fun, energetic band environment

Requirements

• Current or former marching band members

• Must still have access to a marching band instrument

• Ages 18 to mid-20s (must be able to pass for high school)

• Available to film in Covington, GA

• Submit a recent photo and full contact information when applying

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Rate disclosed upon booking

Visibly Pregnant Women for Featured Commercial Extra Roles

Job Description
A featured commercial is now casting visibly pregnant women (5–8 months) to appear as featured background talent in an upcoming shoot in the Austin, Texas area. This commercial casting call is seeking authentic talent to bring a natural and relatable presence to screen.

Casting directors are also looking for additional extras to portray partners (husband or boyfriend roles). This is a paid featured background opportunity for local talent ready to work on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured background talent in a commercial

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming

• Participate in scheduled shoot day in Austin, TX

Requirements

• Women who are visibly pregnant (5–8 months)

• Must be local to the Austin, Texas area

• Include how far along you are in your pregnancy

• Partners submitting must provide current photo, full name, contact number, and city of residence

Compensation

• $300 if selected

• Paid featured background role

Denver Summit FC Fans for TV Commercial

Job Description
A TV commercial is now casting real fans of Denver Summit FC for an exciting commercial shoot. Casting directors are looking for passionate supporters who genuinely love the team and want to showcase their energy on camera.

This commercial casting call is seeking enthusiastic soccer fans ready to cheer, celebrate, and bring authentic game-day spirit to a televised campaign. If you’re a devoted Denver Summit FC supporter, this is your chance to represent your club in a professional TV commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real Denver Summit FC fan

• Cheer, celebrate, and display authentic team spirit

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Be comfortable participating in a high-energy commercial shoot

Requirements

• Must be a genuine Denver Summit FC fan

• Comfortable on camera in a crowd or fan setting

• Able to participate in a commercial production shoot

• Submit contact information when applying

Compensation

• Paid TV commercial opportunity

• Rate disclosed upon selection

Background Actors for TV Series Bar Scene in Chicago

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting background actors for an upcoming bar scene filming in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 20s to 40s, to portray patrons in a lively bar setting.

This TV extras casting call is open to local talent in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and bordering states to Illinois only. If you’re looking to gain on-set experience and work as a paid background actor on a network television production, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic bar patrons in a filmed scene

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain continuity and professional behavior during filming

• Be available for a full day of shooting

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 20–40s

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Must not have worked on the show within the past two weeks

• Cannot already be scheduled to work on the series

• Submit a recent color photo along with height, weight, age, phone number, name, city, state, and clothing sizes

• Include previous work history on the show (if applicable)

Compensation

• Paid background actor role

• Rate disclosed upon booking

Actors for Paid Independent Feature Film “The World Itself”

Job Description
A paid independent feature film is now holding an open casting call for multiple roles in Adelaide. This character-driven sci-fi drama follows an anthropologist sent to evaluate three lifelike androids in a secluded villa, where hidden desires begin to surface and the fragile order of the house starts to unravel.

Casting directors are seeking talented actors for paid roles ranging from lead to supporting characters. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking to work on an independent feature film with layered storytelling and emotionally complex roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray principal or supporting characters in a feature-length indie film

• Deliver emotionally nuanced performances

• Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot dates

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

Requirements

• Ability to perform dramatic, character-driven material

• Comfortable exploring psychological and sci-fi themes

• Submit headshot, resume, reel, and contact details

• Indicate role preference when applying

• Available for the full shooting period (May 18 – June 12)

• Based in or able to work in Adelaide

Roles Available

• Ashley – Female, 20–50. Anthropologist. Razor-observant and emotionally contained, with curiosity beneath her composure.

• Sam – Female, 18–30. Senior android. Quietly formidable with controlled intensity.

• Jamie – Female, 18–30. Android with dry wit and emotional agility; warm exterior with inner steel.

• Charlie – Male, 18–30. Introverted and sensitive with hidden depth and vulnerability.

• Manager – Male, 30–45. Corporate operator in damage-control mode; sharp and fast-thinking.

Compensation

• Ashley – $1,000 (14–15 days)

• Sam – $1,000 (14–15 days)

• Jamie – $800 (13–14 days)

• Charlie – $700 (11–12 days)

• Manager – $300 (2–3 days)

• Paid feature film opportunity

Female Actors for MFA Student Short Film

Job Description
An MFA student short film is now casting female actors for multiple supporting roles in an upcoming production filming in Slate Hill, NY (Orange County area). This short film casting call is seeking performers comfortable with light physical comedy and brief dialogue in a wedding-themed setting.

The story features affluent wedding guests whose interactions highlight themes of status, excess, and social dynamics. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain film credit, build experience, and collaborate on a student film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray wedding guests and supporting characters in a short film

• Perform brief dialogue and participate in ensemble scenes

• Engage in light physical comedy as directed

• Attend scheduled filming day in Slate Hill, NY

Requirements

• Auntie – Female, 40+

• Tara – Female, 20+

• Piper – Female, 20+

• Bridesmaids – Female, 20+

• Eden – Female, 8–13 years old

• Comfortable performing in a wedding guest setting

• Available for filming in Orange County, NY

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity

• Copy, credit, and meals provided

• One-day shoot