Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for a:
- CAUCASIAN MALE
- BROWN HAIR
- 5’5 TO 5’7″
- slender build
- 20’s to 40’s
To work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to light and camera block the set) on Wed., April 19th.
You will need to COVID test MONDAY, APRIL 17TH.
Filming in Chicago.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for a:
- CAUCASIAN FEMALE,
- BROWN HAIR,
- 5’1 TO 5’3″
- SLIM BUILD,
- 40’S TO 60’S
To work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to light and camera block the set) on TUESDAY, April 18th.
You will need to COVID test MONDAY, APRIL 17TH.
We are filming in the SUBURBS!
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for an:
- AFRICAN AMERICAN FEMALE
- DARK HAIR
- 5’7 TO 6′
- MEDIUM TO LARGE build
- 20’s to 40’s
To work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to light and camera block the set) on Wed., April 19th.
You will need to COVID test MONDAY, APRIL 17TH.
Filming in Chicago.
ROLE: CREATIVE DIRECTOR, COPY
TEAM: THE KITCHEN NA
LOCATION: CHICAGO (Hybrid)
About The Kitchen
The Kitchen is the in-house agency at Kraft Heinz, bringing together a range of disciplines and capabilities. It’s an agile team of creatives, producers, data analysts and social experts working together to deliver remarkable ideas, with a focus on digital and social media.
This team moves at the speed of culture. It is built to respond to trends and events as they happen, coming up with the ideas that transcend social media to capture the spirit of the moment, earn media impressions, and get the country talking.
Position Summary
As Creative Director you will lead a creative team made up of a senior pair focused on social/digital activations, a junior team and content creators focused on agile and planned social content, and a team of supporting designers and resources tasked with making clever content that cuts through the noise on social.
As an experienced creative leader, you know how to have an impact on your team, and an ability to ensure every project they’re working on reaches its potential – from agile responses to online moments, to bigger concepts born from cultural trends.
You’re more than a creative manager; you’re a teacher to other creative managers and talent. You know how to help a senior creative pair get the most out of their team. You’re able to show the junior creatives ‘the ropes’ and get them to a great idea that they feel passionate about. You are hands-on in contributing to ideas and producing great work.
You’re always thinking about your team and its capabilities – addressing skill gaps, training talent, and making sure you’re holding them to a high standard.
You’re an enthusiastic pitcher and want to be the creative face of the agency to your brand partners.
OVERVIEW
- You lead: You Inspire and direct a team of writers, designers, producers, social media/community managers and strategists to ensure a culture conducive to great work. You are responsible for growing, retaining, and motivating this team to succeed.
- You’re adaptable: You demonstrate resiliency in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where ideas and opportunities happen fast and require flexibility.
- You hold your team to high standards: You ensure the highest level of creative quality from your team and for the brands you work with. You understand how to give clear feedback that your teams can use to improve their work.
- You manage and supervise multiple creative projects and workflows, sometimes bringing your creatives together, sometimes focusing them on separate asks.
- You direct the design and development of creative materials.
- You ensure brand identity and message consistency across channels.
- You care about being a good partner: meeting business objectives, values, budgets, and deadlines with work that makes you proud. You present work and develop relationships of value and respect with the team.
- You will lead and participate in brainstorming sessions and bring interesting opportunities and trends to the team’s newsroom process.
- You’re a hands-on creative, writing copy or designing against guidelines and brand tone of voice for film, print, digital and social as needed to support your team.
- You lead teams and ensure strong and non-traditional creative output, collaborating with and working under the direction of the Head of Creative.
- You help the agency develop a strong and positive relationship with the advertising community to help recruit top talent.
Qualifications
- A proven track record of success in digital/social advertising.
- An established leader with a track record of developing talent.
- 8+ years experience in Advertising, social, or medium agnostic creative…. or a track-record that shows why you’re ahead of your peers.
- Strong Portfolio: You demonstrate originality, innovation, and a multi-disciplinary thinking through your work.
- International Recognition: You have created a world-class campaign that achieved international fame or won multiple international awards.
- Leadership Skills: You demonstrate strong leadership skills and can organize, motivate, and improve the creative output of those around you.
- Big Unconventional Idea Thinker: You go beyond the executional or tactical tasks and come up with innovative approaches that earn attention.
- Team Player: You are positive, collaborative and a contagious spirit, who works well with others.
- Entrepreneurial: You take initiative and proactively come to the table with new ideas to push forward the creative work and develop relationships with the team
- Production Savvy: You know how to work within budgetary constraints and have experience working with photographers, directors, and vendors.
- Time Management: You can manage your time, hit deadlines and be on time for meetings, while juggling multiple projects.
The Kitchen, Kraft Heinz, and Salt are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age or disability.
The Kitchen North America
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
- Searching for TEENS, ages 16 to 18, all ethnicities, and MEN AND WOMEN, all ethnicities, to work our OUTDOOR downtown Chicago city scene.
- Searching for MEN AND WOMEN WITH BIKES, OR JOGGING, plus the TEENS to work on Wed., April 19th. You will need to Covid test on Monday, April 17th.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for a:
- CAUCASIAN MALE
- 40’s to 60’s
- reddish, blondish hair
- 5’9″ to 5’11”
- 180 to 200 lbs
To work as a PHOTO DOUBLE (same height and coloring as actor to use for insert shots and wide shot) to work on Monday, April 17th, and Wed., April 19th. You will need to Covid test this Friday, April 14th. (takes about one hour).
Photo double rate is $167/8 hours and time and a half after 8 hours.
Covid rate is $83.50/4
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for :
MEN AND WOMEN
- 20’s to 50’s,
- all ethnicities,
- to play RESTAURANT PATRONS,
HIP AND NON HIP LOOKING PEOPLE
- all ethnicities,
- to work in the SUBURBS (ABOUT 10 MILES WEST OF CHICAGO).
FILMING work on Tuesday, April 18th. You will need to Covid test on Monday, April 17th at Cinespace Studio.
CASTING ALERT!
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and the Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
SEEKING:
- CAUCASIAN GIRL, BLONDE, OR LIGHT BROWN HAIR,
- 4’5″ to 4’7″
- ages 9 to 11
- to work as a PHOTO DOUBLE (same height and coloring as actor to work in an insert shot or wide shot)
- on Wed., April 19th.
There will be a Covid test on Monday, April 17th, and possible a wardrobe fitting on the same day.
All children need a Joan Philo work permit, or need to obtain one ASAP (we can guide you).
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding border states to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert:
Searching for:
- Males and Females
- all ethnicities
- 20s to 60s
To work on Wed., April 12th, for a hospital and detective scene. Don’t apply if you are already scheduled this episode.
You will need to attend a Covid test on Monday, April, 10th.
We need all your clothing sizes
Men: suit jacket, neck, waist, inseam, T-shirt, shoe
Women: dress, pant, T-shirt, shoe
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for a:
- CAUCASIAN MALE
- BALD
- 5″10 TO 6′”
- 170 TO 200 lbs
To work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to light and camera block the set) on Tuesday, April 11th.
You will need to either test today before 12:30PM or Rapid test before you film tomorrow.
Chicago Casting Call: Be Part of Hulu’s The Bear Season 4
Are you based in Chicago and ready to be part of a hit TV series? The Bear, Hulu’s critically acclaimed show set in the heart of the city, is now casting local background actors and kitchen staff for its upcoming fourth season!
Filming will take place on location in Chicago, and the production is actively seeking real locals to help bring the story to life. Whether you’re an actor, a culinary professional, or just a fan of the series looking for your shot — this is your chance to join the action.
Now Casting Locals in Chicago
Casting Directors are looking for:
- Chicago-based talent only (must be local to the area)
- Background actors and kitchen staff for various roles
Featured Roles Include:
- Kitchen Staff: Line cooks, dishwashers, sous chefs, pastry chefs, and more. Real culinary experience is a big plus!
- Theater Attendees: Extras to portray audience members for specific scenes — no acting experience required.
About the Show
Set in Chicago, The Bear follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young chef who returns home to run his family’s sandwich shop. The show has received widespread praise for its authenticity, intensity, and raw storytelling — especially its portrayal of the high-pressure restaurant world.
Season 4 will take the story even deeper, and this is your opportunity to be part of it in your own city.
How to Apply
Step 1: Sign Up on Project Casting
Create your free profile at ProjectCasting.com and make sure to:
- Upload a professional photo or headshot
- List any acting or culinary experience
- Highlight your availability and Chicago location
Step 2: Look for The Bear Season 4 Casting Calls
Search for the latest casting notices specific to The Bear and select roles that match your experience or interest.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Follow the directions on each casting notice. Some roles may require a self-tape or in-person availability. Culinary roles may ask for experience or certifications.
Pro Tip: Familiarize yourself with The Bear‘s tone by watching past episodes — it’ll help you understand the world you’ll be stepping into.
Filming Begins Soon — Don’t Miss Out
Casting is ongoing, and filming is expected to begin in early 2025 right here in Chicago. Keep checking Project Casting for the latest updates and open roles.
Ready to Join One of TV’s Hottest Shows?
Whether you’re a seasoned actor, a chef with on-the-line experience, or just looking to get on set — this is your chance to work on a major production filming right in your hometown.
- Apply now through Project Casting and take the first step toward being part of The Bear Season 4.