Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

THE CHI IS BACK FOR SEASON 6!!!! 

We are posting to give a little info on the 6th Season of the Chi to get you psyched and ready, as we are just a few weeks out from the start of filming!

Filming will go from 01/24/2023 thru August 2023, so there are plenty of opportunities to be had by our awesome local community of background actors. We will be sending a project interest check in the upcoming weeks via POP. If you do not receive a project interest check email by 1/16/23 and want to be considered, please email [email protected] so we can get you on the list. 

This season, the Chi is a NON-MANDATED VACCINE PRODUCTION, which means there is no vaccination requirement. YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO COVID TEST PRIOR TO FILMING OR WARDROBE FITTING DATES JUST LIKE ALWAYS. We will not ask about your vaccination status, BUT if it is your own desire to disclose that information to 4 Star Casting and Health & Safety, you are welcome to do so. Please keep in mind, MASKS are going to be required at ALL TIMES unless filming or eating/drinking, social distancing is going to be recommended as much as possible, and you will still have to follow ALL Covid protocols this show asks.  

The Chi creators are always looking for fresh faces with specific looks and will photo pick for roles. That said, to be on this show, you MUST HAVE CURRENT PHOTOS IN YOUR PROFILE TAKEN WITHIN THE LAST 3 MONTHS AND NOT OLDER. If you have updated your hairstyle, facial hair, general vibe, your profile must reflect your CURRENT look for us to be able to accurately submit you to the directors. Your photos must be in good lighting, from straight on, with no sunglasses, no selfies, using no filters. Please upload BOTH a FULL BODY shot and a FACE shot that accurately depict your current look. To be extra sure it is your CURRENT look, you may consider holding a piece of paper with today’s date on it in the photo.  If for some reason you cannot upload current photos to your profile, you can send them to [email protected] and we can help you out. Please try to do it on your own so we are not getting a flood of photos because your message may be missed. If you are sending to us, ONLY send if you cannot upload. Please consider deleting any photos that are old to allow us to focus on your more recent photos.

All individuals interested in working on the show must have a VALID, UNEXPIRED license/ID. You must have either a document from column A or documents from BOTH columns B+C on the attached I-9 list to be eligible to work on the show. Proof of residency is also required for employment.

MINORS 15 AND UNDER are required to have a work permit to be allowed on set.  Work permits are only valid for 1 year upon issuance, so if you have previously gotten a work permit for your child, you should double check that it is still valid (issued less than a year ago), and if not, please delete the expired work permit from your child’s profile and replace it with the new one.

MINORS 17 AND UNDER are required to upload the Parent/Legal Guardian Data Collection Parental Verification and Consent affidavit (which is a new legal document, and not the parental form required to obtain the work permit) to their profiles. This can also be found on the minors section of our website. The PARENT AFFIDAVIT MUST be uploaded as a pdf. If you do not upload the forms (work permit, proof of age, and parent affidavit) in the required format, then your child’s profile will hover in an uncompleted, pending application and they will not be considered as eligible for the show. If you use a false document to upload and/or an expired work permit, upon our review we will delete the document and/or work permit, and make the account inactive until the proper documents are sent to us and verified.

We are looking forward to a great season of an established show—local favorite THE CHI!!

THE BEAR IS BACK FOR SEASON 2!!!! 

We are posting to give a little info on the 2nd Season of the Bear to get you psyched and ready, as we are just a few weeks out from the start of filming!

Filming will go from Feb 21st – April 14th 

This season, the Bear is a NON-MANDATED VACCINE PRODUCTION, which means there is no vaccination requirement. YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO COVID TEST PRIOR TO FILMING OR WARDROBE FITTING DATES JUST LIKE ALWAYS. We will not ask about your vaccination status, BUT if it is your own desire to disclose that information to 4 Star Casting and Health & Safety, you are welcome to do so. Please keep in mind, MASKS are going to be required at ALL TIMES unless filming or eating/drinking, social distancing is going to be recommended as much as possible, and you will still have to follow ALL Covid protocols this show asks.  

The Bear creators are always looking for fresh faces with specific looks and will photo pick for roles. That said, to be on this show, you MUST HAVE CURRENT PHOTOS IN YOUR PROFILE TAKEN WITHIN THE LAST 3 MONTHS AND NOT OLDER. If you have updated your hairstyle, facial hair, general vibe, your profile must reflect your CURRENT look for us to be able to accurately submit you to the directors. Your photos must be in good lighting, from straight on, with no sunglasses, no selfies, using no filters. Please upload BOTH a FULL BODY shot and a FACE shot that accurately depict your current look. To be extra sure it is your CURRENT look, you may consider holding a piece of paper with today’s date on it in the photo.

All individuals interested in working on the show must have a VALID, UNEXPIRED license/ID. You must have either a document from column A or documents from BOTH columns B+C on the attached I-9 list to be eligible to work on the show. Proof of residency is also required for employment.

MINORS 15 AND UNDER are required to have a work permit to be allowed on set.  Work permits are only valid for 1 year upon issuance, so if you have previously gotten a work permit for your child, you should double check that it is still valid (issued less than a year ago), and if not, please delete the expired work permit from your child’s profile and replace it with the new one. If you have trouble uploading a current work permit, please email it to [email protected] with subject line “UPDATED WORK PERMIT UPLOAD ISSUES”. If you need information on how to get a work permit, please check the minor registration link above and click through the preliminary pages until you get to the work permit info page that includes a checklist of all necessary documents including the 2022-2023 letter of intent to hire from 4 Star Casting. You MUST upload each minor’s work permit as jpeg or png – which should be named with the minor’s first and last name.

MINORS 17 AND UNDER are required to upload the Parent/Legal Guardian Data Collection Parental Verification and Consent affidavit (which is a new legal document, and not the parental form required to obtain the work permit) to their profiles. This can also be found on the minors section of our website. The PARENT AFFIDAVIT MUST be uploaded as a pdf. If you do not upload the forms (work permit, proof of age, and parent affidavit) in the required format, then your child’s profile will hover in an uncompleted, pending application and they will not be considered as eligible for the show. If you use a false document to upload and/or an expired work permit, upon our review we will delete the document and/or work permit, and make the account inactive until the proper documents are sent to us and verified.

We are looking forward to a great season THE BEAR!!

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!

Casting Alert!

Searching for FEMALE SENIOR CITIZENS late 60’s to 80’s, all ethnicities, to work as an non-speaking extra in an indoor scene. You will need to Covid test (takes about one hour), attend a wardrobe fitting (takes about two hours or less) and then work one day, TBD, for our next episode on Chicago Fire.

This is for a cool scene where you will be opening a door into a hallway.

We start filming next week.

****CASTING CALL**** – DURANGO 60623

ROLE: REAL SKATEBOARDERS

DATES: FRIDAY 2/10 (TEST), MONDAY 2/13 (FILM)

LOCATION: CHICAGOLAND AREA

RATE: $123.2/8 + $61.60 COVID BUMP

PROP BUMPS: $25 SKATEBOARD + HELMET BUMP, $15 SKATEBOARD ONLY BUMP

LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO FIT THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION:

– 18-35 years old, any gender, ethnicity, etc., who are able to skate well in real life. Must have your own skateboard and helmet in order to receive those prop bumps listed above. 

– NOTE: As long as you are at least fully vaccinated (not including booster shots) and have not been asked to send in proof of vaccination yet for this show, you are eligible to be considered for this role at this time. If you are available, we will later ask you to submit your vaccine information to the production Health & Safety team. (DO NOT SEND TO THE 4 STAR TEAM)

TO BE CONSIDERED: YOU MUST SUBMIT A CURRENT PHOTO, ANSWER ALL THE BELOW QUESTIONS, AND BE AVAILABLE FOR THE LISTED DATES ABOVE.

COVID-19 NOTICE: Production will comply with applicable health and safety laws and regulations relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Background Actors will be required to comply with Production’s then-applicable COVID-19 protocols, including any advance testing and negative test result requirements. Employment will be contingent upon receiving a negative pre-employment test result. Current protocols require testing approximately two days prior to the start of services. In addition, Production is requiring all background actors who work in Zone A to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, subject to applicable laws and guild requirements, including reasonable accommodations as required by law. All protocols, including timing and frequency of any required testing, are subject to change.

To continue to be eligible to work in ZONE A, the production requires that you verify that you are up to date on your COVID-19 vaccination. 

**NOTE THAT THIS DEFINITION HAS BEEN UPDATED TO INCLUDE THE UPDATED, BIVALENT BOOSTER approved and recommended by CDC on 9/1/22. Per the CDC: “Updated COVID-19 boosters add Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 spike protein components to the current vaccine composition, helping to restore protection that has waned since previous vaccination by targeting variants that are more transmissible and immune-evading.” The full CDC guidelines for vaccination and booster recommendations for adults and minors can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/…/201…/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html Please note that the CDC has different recommendations for those who are moderately or severely immunocompromised; see: https://www.cdc.gov/…/vaccines/recommendations/immuno.html

“Up-to-date” means the following:

 FOR ADULTS 18+

– You have received full primary dose(s) of the Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine 

  AND

– You have received the updated, bivalent booster that was approved for use on 9/1/22 at least 2 months after your last dose of vaccine or booster   

FOR MINORS 

Pfizer/BioNTech Primary Vaccine 

  – Ages 6 mos – 4 years: 3 primary doses 

 –  5 – 11 years: 2 primary doses and a booster at least 5 months after last dose 

 –  12 – 17 years: 2 primary doses AND an updated, bivalent Pfizer/BioNTech booster at least 2 months after second dose

 Moderna Primary Vaccine 

 –  Ages 6 mos – 11 years: 2 primary doses 

 –  12 – 17 years: 2 primary doses AND an updated, bivalent Pfizer/BioNTech booster at least 2 months after second dose 

 Novavax Primary Vaccine 

 – 12 – 17 years: 2 primary doses and an updated, bivalent Pfizer/BioNTech booster at least 2 months after second dose

This production’s HEALTH & SAFETY TEAM will notify you of your requirements after you have submitted your vaccination information. You will then have 21 days after that notification date to complete the above requirements to remain eligible to work for the production.  If it has been less than 2 months since your last dose, you will be eligible to work until 21 days after you become eligible for the updated booster. If you receive the booster during those 21 days, you’ll be cleared to work thereafter.   Examples for this “Grace Period”: Let’s say you are Vaccinated with no booster OR the 1 booster and Health and Safety NOTIFIES you on 9/1/22 that you need the new shot. That means you are ELIGIBLE for the NEW Booster shot and have 21 days from that date, which you would have to get the new shot by 9/22/22 to continue to work on this show. Let’s say you are Vaccinated, and you got a booster shot on 8/21/22. You are NOT eligible for the NEW Booster shot for 2 months, or on 10/21/22. You can still work until then, but you will have to get the booster shot on this date to be eligible to continue work on the show.

The production company, NOT 4 Star Casting Inc. dba 4 Star Casting, requires that anyone who works on their shows, ages 12 and above, be “UP-TO-DATE” against Covid-19. Accordingly, if you would like to be considered for BG work on “DURANGO 60623,” you must click the email above to re-upload your proof of vaccination if the booster applies or when it applies. You may choose not to do this but without proof of “UP-TO-DATE” status, you cannot be considered for BG work on “DURANGO 60623.” This is a production company policy over which 4 Star Casting Inc dba 4 Star Casting has no control.

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY !

Casting Alert!

Searching for a FEMALE LATINA, LIGHT COMPLEXION AFRICAN AMERICAN, dark hair, 5’7 to 5’11”, thin to medium build to work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to use in place of the actor to light and camera block the scene), on Wed., Feb. 1st, Thurs., Feb. 2nd, and Fri. Feb 3rd, and possibly longer.

Overview

Job Description

Are you a stellar visual storyteller? Join us at Homes.com as we create top-tier content to support buyers, sellers, and real estate agents at all phases of the home-search process.

As a video producer for Homes.com (a subsidiary of CoStar Group) you’ll be part of a team crafting stories that give home buyers a street-level window into the lifestyle and vibe of neighborhoods throughout the country as they shop for their new home. And you’re helping agents grow their business by connecting with new clients.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be a critical thinker and a creative problem solver. You’ll draw on experience in documentary-style storytelling, commercial shoots, and marketing content to create engaging, persuasive, and entertaining visuals for all corners of Homes.com. Multiple rounds of changes and feedback are part of the job, so adaptability is a must.

CoStar Group has 20+ years’ experience in leading digital marketplaces. You’ll be an integral part of our stellar team of writers, editors, and photographers striving to produce the best content in our industry. There’s no place like Homes.com.

Responsibilities

• Have a strong understanding of working with talent and the ability to make them comfortable in front of the camera through conversations, and on-cam training.
• Work collaboratively to develop ideas with other members of the Homes.com in-house video content team as well as writers, producers, vendors, etc.
• Pre-production (location scouting, storyboarding, treatment, and scriptwriting, preparing for on-camera interviews, etc.)
• Coordinate all aspects of video content creation for projects assigned by Director of Video Production.
• Work to streamline the shooting process to create an efficient and seamless process from the beginning of a project to completion.
• Ability to travel.

Basic Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5+ years’ experience as a producer at a cable network, brand, or agency.
• In-depth experience and knowledge with video equipment such as cameras, lighting, sound, etc.
• Experience producing & shooting on location, as well as in the studio.
• Skilled at casting for projects. A people person.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere, Audition, and After Effects.
• Capable of editing with the ability to meet tight deadlines and quickly turning around high-end video content.
• Supervised reversions or repackaging of content including re-narration, postproduction audio, music, scripting, graphics, etc.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and detail oriented.
• Excellent communicator who can clearly explain project needs to internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environments.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Consistent creative work year-round.
• Excellent trainings and opportunities.
• Innovative technology and a reputation for outstanding products.
• Consistent 20%+ average of year over year growth.
• 95% customer renewal rate.
• The industry leader with an energetic and fast paced dynamic culture.
• Excellent career growth opportunities.
• Exceptional benefit plan (dental, vision, medical and prescription coverage) including an employee discounted stock purchase plan.
• 401k plan with company match.

Be part of a team of professionals enjoying the opportunity to learn, do, and grow in a rewarding atmosphere. But don’t just take our word for it — see why our team chose to work at and stay at CoStar Group: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVbJRnJ2sX0

We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Overview Of Company

Founded in 1987, CoStar Group is the leading provider of commercial real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Our suite of online services enables clients to analyze, interpret and gain unmatched insight on commercial property values, market conditions and current availability. Behind some of the most well-known brands in the industry, CoStar Group includes CoStar, the largest provider of CRE research and real-time data; LoopNet, the most heavily trafficked mobile and online real estate marketplace; Apartments.com, the premier rental home resource for renters, property managers and owners; STR, the leading provider of performance benchmarking and comparative analytics to the hotel industry; BizBuySell, the largest online marketplace for businesses-for-sales; and Lands of America, the leading operator of online marketplaces for rural real estate.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, CoStar Group maintains offices throughout the U.S. and in Europe, Canada, and Asia with a staff of over 4,900 worldwide.

CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

CoStar Group

Overview

We are looking for a Director of Marketing to join our team at Bluechew. This position will work directly for the Chief Marketing Officer to create and execute the Company’s overall marketing strategy by bringing new and creative ideas to the table. Eligible candidates must reside in Austin or Chicago, as this is an office-based position.

The ideal candidate will have a track record of analyzing and identifying opportunities to optimize customer acquisition and retention strategies. This person must demonstrate a deep interest in understanding our customers, leveraging research and data analysis, and drawing actionable insights to help scale our acquisition and retention KPIs.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and are willing to be responsive outside of the 9-5 setting, come join our passionate team and be part of an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient health through telemedicine and pharmacy.

Responsibilities and Duties

· Work with the CEO & CMO to execute all aspects of the Company’s marketing strategy, including the development of the strategy and concepts, creating content, and leveraging multiple marketing platforms, including social, influencer, affiliate/paid search, and digital

· Responsible for working with and managing outside agencies or influencers that the Company engages with in order to launch a marketing strategy; hold them accountable to KPIs and consistent improvements to our strategy

· Conduct and analyze marketing research, and use the findings to develop and implement the company’s overall marketing strategy. Work to analyze and optimize patient onboarding funnels to reduce cost for acquisition or scale patient acquisitions

· Formulate and execute the company’s marketing strategy across Google, Facebook, Instagram & any other viable platforms

· Regularly review and analyze the success of the company’s marketing strategy through the use of data analytics, and report out on the insights gained and make necessary adjustments to drive the continued success of the company’s marketing program and site traffic

· Manage and be responsible for the company’s marketing spend, and report on ROI metrics

Qualifications

· Master’s Degree (MBA) preferred, BA required

· Must have a passion for data analysis

· Must be highly analytical

· Minimum of 7- 10 years of marketing experience; experience working within a marketing agency is highly preferred with evidence of data driven customer/patient acquisition expertise

· Experience working with Creators/Influencers on social platforms a plus

· Experience with Google AdWords or other forms of paid search marketing

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills

· Self-motivated leader with prideful work ethic

· Highly organized and detail-oriented

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to prioritize tasks and problem solve

BlueChew

Marketing Coordinator

Overview

We are looking for a Marketing Coordinator to join our team at Bluechew. This position will work directly for the Director of Marketing to create and execute the Company’s overall marketing strategy by bringing new and creative ideas to the table.

This individual will be responsible for developing and managing marketing material for business development presentations, updating and maintaining existing customer information files. You will work closely with agencies, agents and creators and be responsible for management of social media creators.

It is imperative that the individual in this position should possess strong writing skills, excellent attention to detail, robust presentation skills, skillful in reading technical project documents, and the ability to generate creative ideas while working both independently and collaboratively. The successful candidate is expected to be a self-starter, a multitasker who works well under pressure, and follows through on tasks. We are looking for a strong team member who leads by example and keeps the team focused on priorities, and results, and keeps the team apprised of any changes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work with the Marketing Director to execute all aspects of the Company’s marketing strategy, including the development of the strategy and concepts, creating content, and leveraging multiple marketing platforms, including social, influencer, affiliate/paid search, and digital
• Prepare all materials needed for meetings including agendas, performance reports, and other customer-focused material
• Assist in conducting and analyzing marketing research, and use the findings to develop and implement the company’s overall marketing strategy
• Formulate and execute the company’s marketing strategy across Google, Facebook, Instagram & any other viable platforms
• Liaison with the external agencies

Perform other marketing tasks as needed

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree (BA) Required

· Minimum of 2-3 years of full-spectrum marketing experience; experience working within a marketing agency is highly preferred

· Experience working with influencers and social media marketing is a plus

· Experience with Google AdWords or other forms of paid search marketing

• Excellent computer skills for generating reports, viewing marketing metrics, extracting data, and sharing this information with other team members in project updates
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, programs, and features is a must, and experience in web page development or graphic design is very helpful

· Project management experience and time-management skills

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills

· Self-motivated with a prideful work ethic

· Highly organized and detail-oriented

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to prioritize tasks and problem solve

BlueChew

About Us

At Tutored by Teachers, we believe that when you put a teacher in front of a student, magic happens. Backed by some of the biggest names in EdTech venture including GSV, A-Street Ventures, and TMV, we are on a mission to close the opportunity gap and need a strong strategic, data-driven, and results-oriented leader for our Engagement Management team. If you’re a person motivated by customer happiness and success and are looking to join a mission-driven, growing company, then this role is made for you!

The Role

As an Engagement Manager you will:

• Work directly with our partners at the district and school level, to ensure their success and continued adoption and growth of our programs
• Develop client programs, materials, processes, and best practices to ensure continued utilization, growth, and adoption
• Establish meaningful and trusted relationships with functions across the organization
• Renew and upsell your accounts
• Act on and synthesize client feedback to provide meaningful insights to cross-functional areas and senior management
• Develop process in identifying at-risk clients and work cross-functionally to mitigate client concerns; develop deep understanding of churn and develop strategies resulting in increased retention and overall growth within our clients

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in Customer Success or Account Management OR 2+ years as school or district leader
• Experience in K-12 education
• Track record of driving positive customer success outcomes: retention, expansion, churn reduction, client advocacy and account lifetime value
• Experience navigating and resolving client challenges, both internally and externally
• Commitment to TbT’s mission to close the opportunity gap and promote inclusivity

Benefits

We currently offer the following benefits:

• 100% healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Access to 401k to help save for the future
• Well-rounded wellness benefits including access to free and low cost mental health resources and support services
• Fully remote work environment and a flexible schedule
• Company-owned laptop + home office equipment
• Annual in-person team retreats
• 3 weeks of vacation in the first year and an unlimited vacation policy after year 1 to help recharge

Tutored by Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Tutored by Teachers

Title: Associate Media Director

Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid role, in office 4 days a week)

Job Description

Our client, a full service creative agency is seeking an Associate Media Director. The Associate Media Director will be responsible for overseeing the media strategy, planning, and execution for clients of the agency. This includes developing media plans that effectively reach target audiences, implementing media campaigns, and analyzing and reporting on campaign results. The Associate Media Director will work closely with the account team, creative team, and clients to ensure that media efforts are aligned with overall marketing goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media plans that effectively reach target audiences
• Implement media campaigns and track progress to ensure that they are meeting goals and objectives
• Analyze and report on campaign results, including ROI and key performance indicators
• Work closely with the account team, creative team, and clients to ensure that media efforts are aligned with overall marketing goals and objectives
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in media strategy and planning
• Mentor and manage a team of media professionals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in media planning and strategy, including experience leading teams
• Strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform media decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in media planning and buying tools such as Nielsen, comScore, and Google Analytics
• Strong project management skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

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