Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Lloyd Price Musical Open Casting Call

CASTING CALL: We’re looking for black actors who sing and dance between the ages of 18-45 for PERSONALITY – the Lloyd Price Musical.

All performers must be in Chicago and Local Hires here. 

“Crafted for Christmas” Casting Call for New Talent

NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’ Casting Call for Restaurant Patrons

NBC “Chicago Fire” Casting Call for Axe Throwers

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States ONLY!
Casting Alert!

SEARCHING FOR MALE AND FEMALE AXE THROWERS! THIS IS for a bar scene that has AXE Throwing. You might be throwing rubber Axes – OR THEY might have you standing there around the AXE throwing area.

We are searching for MALES AND FEMALES, all ethnicities, 20’s to 50’s, who can work as AXE THROWERS on Chicago Fire, TUESDAY, Dec. 6th.

There is a COVID TEST this MONDAY, Dec. 5TH (takes about one hour)

“Resignation Pilot” Photo Double Casting Call

For this SUNDAY, 2/4, for the RESIGNATION PILOT, we need a Caucasian Male Photo Double for one of our main cast.

The character can be see walking away through the background talent in the bar, so we need to find someone who can play him from behind.

You should be a close match, especially from the back and body type.

Height: 6’11”

Hair: Blonde

Eyes: Blue

Weight: 175lbs

Physique: Average

$180 for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime

This SUNDAY, the 4th, at the West Loop Studio right in Chicago
for the Bar scenes.

NBC “Chicago Fire” Bartenders Casting Call

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States ONLY!
Casting Alert!

YOU CAN ONLY BE BOOKED once in this episode. If you sent in for the other restaurant scene and are booked you can’t be booked in this scene, or if you get booked on this day you can’t work the other day. Thanks!

We are searching for MALES AND FEMALES, all ethnicities, 20’s to 50’s, who can work as REAL BARTENDERS on Chicago Fire, TUESDAY, Dec. 6th.

We need to show pictures to the director so she can choose the bartenders.

Let us know your bartending experience.

There is a COVID TEST this MONDAY, Dec. 5TH (takes about one hour)

Ship.Cars is a U.S.-based software development company that delivers а platform disrupting the vehicle logistics industry: AI-driven business insights, engaging native mobile apps and single-page web applications, scalable Cloud-native systems streamlining millions of vehicle deliveries, and so much more. We offer a modern end-to-end Transportation Management System, serving both shippers and carriers, connecting shippers and carriers on our marketplace, enabling 100% of the transaction in a digital environment.

We are currently looking to add a top-notch Director of Marketing to our team.

The Director of Marketing will be responsible for oversight of Ship.Cars aligned initiatives. This role will be focused on acquisition strategies that encompass brand exposure (traditional and digital advertising, event marketing), content development, email and social marketing campaigns, SEO growth, and ongoing PR activities. This role will also provide oversight of outsourced marketing partners.

We are looking for a natural marketing leader to support significant growth of our Ship.Cars B2B products and services. This is your opportunity to have direct, hands-on impact in building a valued corporate marketing center of excellence.

Our ideal candidate is a marketing generalist with prior experience in B2B and direct ecommerce.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, recommend and lead implementation of strategic digital and traditional marketing strategies
• Oversight of any outsourced marketing resources
• Management of PR agency relationship and related content development including featured articles, press releases, earned media and award submissions
• Engage with internal and external subject matter experts in helping design and oversee strategic content planning and execution
• Leverage research and use performance KPIs to develop, implement, and measure marketing strategy impact
• Be a champion for stakeholders, escalating issues when necessary and demonstrating flexibility when needed

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in emerging digital platforms, interactive marketing or digital platform management
• A strong marketing generalist with exposure and expertise across many areas of digital and traditional marketing required (paid and organic, email, SEO, content, affiliate, customer experience UI application, etc.)
• Prior marketing experience working with a SaaS technology company preferred
• Campaign management, both ad and email campaigns (print and digital)
• Prior CRM experience required (Salesforce or Hubspot preferred)
• 3+ years of experience with social media paid ad platforms (LinkedIn and Facebook) required
• Prior B2B and direct ecommerce experience in creating and implementing digital marketing strategies required (advanced audience targeting and retargeting)
• Advanced knowledge and experience using data analytics/website measurement tools and platforms, including Google Analytics to make solution-based recommendations
• Prior experience with audience segmentation strategies required
• Prior experience with full-funnel content marketing required
• Prior experience with creating and implementing visual branding strategies preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Marketing Technology or related discipline with digital strategy focus
• Prior brand advocacy and experience building communities through social media a plus
• Prior experience with the logistics industry a plus
• Prior experience with online brand management a plus
• Exceptional writing skills with proven ability to generate leads
• Skilled at communicating through a variety of mediums with many different audiences and objectives
• An organized self-starter who is always eager to learn something new
• Passion for accuracy and detail, including written and oral communications
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a collaborative environment
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Flexible, able to adjust to changing priorities and operate effectively in a fluid and fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield HMO and PPO options)
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Monthly home internet reimbursement
• Free company lunches
• Casual dress code
• Hybrid work model

Ship.Cars was established as a way to disrupt a stagnant market that, unlike mainstream freight, had failed to move its processes into the 21st century. Our mission is to build a flexible, modular, integratable and scalable shipping platform that empowers carriers and drivers to move vehicles from Shippers, Auctions and Dealerships.

Ship.Cars

“Crafted for Christmas” Casting Call

‘Crafted for Christmas’, this story follows an idealistic TV producer who is assigned a puff piece about a Christmas toy manufacturer over the holidays and the charming toymaker who inspires her to search her heart to find true happiness.

We are still going through the RESIGNATION PILOT submissions to cast that show.

This MOVIE is supposed to look like action taking place in Brunswick, Iowa farming town.

For Day 1 (which is this WEDNESDAY, 11-30), we will be filming way up north in LONG GROVE, Illinois. Please make sure you have reliable transportation or live close by. Since we only need a few ‘townspeople’, we would prefer submitting those that have worked with us in the past for these roles to know their professionalism and dependability.

Rate of Pay: $123.20 for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half overtime if applicable. Free parking.

Covid testing will be on site prior to check in so no extra days needed to be available. Just the one. This production is not requiring covid vaccinations either.

Must be at least 18 years old. Casting 18 and older. If a child is needed, will have a post later. All ethnicities and genders.

** HYBRID OPPORTUNITY | OPEN TO REMOTE APPLICANTS **

SUMMARY OF POSITION

You have a deep appreciation for the discipline of design and see it as a gateway for not only communicating bold concepts but also immersing communities in connective experiences.

You appreciate that no one day is like another and enjoy the opportunity that an entrepreneurial environment provides.

As Design Director at August Jackson you will embrace being an active ambassador in supporting the team’s mission to “elevate design and be known for it.”

You will seek every opportunity to contribute to the agency’s mission to bring a client’s ‘purpose into practice’ while collaborating with agency colleagues from Market Development, Strategy, Creative Direction, and Production. Working with Senior Design Directors, you will be accountable for the design output and final execution of a myriad of innovative, relevant, and expressive creative solutions that are exemplary of AJ’s high standards.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops concepts and designs for client projects and proposals

• Demonstrates the ability to apply principles of narrative design, visual storytelling, audience journey, and messaging hierarchy to design work
• Develops concepts and designs with context in mind, considering and defining factors such as: audience, client, project objectives, strategy/creative direction, venue/location
• Works with Senior Design Directors to create original design concepts and realize them through production and final execution
• Interprets and implements design direction and feedback
• Ensures the quality of final execution with print, fabrication, and technology vendors
• Elevates design by being a steward of quality control, ensuring design output meets August Jackson’s high standards

Articulates and presents design concepts, insights, and rationale to internal team members and clients

• Presents vetted work for review by leadership and stakeholders

Constantly seeks new and innovative techniques and technologies to employ in the design of experiences

• Identifies and incorporates modern design aesthetics and trends
• Continuously seeks professional development and the advancement of design skills

Works effectively in a team environment

• Works collaboratively with Senior Design Directors, internal partners (Accounts, Strategists, Creative Directors, Producers) and external vendors/talent—as well as independently— to craft powerful experiences
• Fosters a “start with yes and” approach to creative problem solving
• Is a model of the “AJ Principles” through exemplary professional conduct and demeanor

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

• BA degree in Design or related field or equivalent in field experience demonstrated through work history and an outstanding portfolio
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Design or related field

Skills:

• Extensive proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Extensive proficiency in PowerPoint and Apple Keynote
• Proficiency in web design (Figma) or 3D software is a plus (3ds Max, SketchUp, etc.)
• Proficiency in motion design is a plus
• Demonstrates a mastery of production skills, typography, color, composition, layout, and visual storytelling in graphic applications including: print, environmental (wayfinding, branding, thematic, experiential), and digital applications (screen graphics, online communications, media)
• Possesses the ability to interpret, work within, and augment existing brand standards
• Has an aptitude for research to uncover insights, inspirations, assets, and resources
• Demonstrates the ability to realize concepts from start to finish, including the production of files for final distribution to vendors (print and/or screen-ready files)
• Strong traditional and environmental design skills to be used in a variety of applications (i.e. motion, visual campaigns, branding, presentations, scenic, environmental)

Competencies:

• Highly organized, flexible, and possesses the ability to re-prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, ever-changing creative environment
• Great interacting with people at all levels
• Willingness to go beyond a job description and jump in wherever needed
• Confident and engaging communicator and presenter
• Impeccable attention to detail, particularly in the production and execution of final files and artwork
• Ability to offer creative problem-solving solutions
• Ability to speak to a design’s supporting rationale and purpose

August Jackson

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

The primary role of the Production Designer is to create all deliverables for the marketing campaigns for Zacks Investment Management, Zacks Advantage, and Zacks Trade.

• Create mockups for emails, landing pages, web pages, banner ads, print ads, social media graphics, and drip campaigns.
• Create PDFs ranging from one-page to booklets.
• Coding HTML emails and updating landing pages will be an important part of this role
• Understand and follow the brand guidelines for each of our clients and ensure that your designs reflect them.
• Help develop and update branding as needed.
• Interface with members of the marketing and sales teams, as needed.
• Manage multiple projects at different stages of development.
• Meet deadlines with relative ease.
• Communicate challenges and difficulties as they arise in a professional manner
• Continue to enhance your learning of best design practices.
• Accept direction and constructive criticism when given.

WHO IS ZACKS?

The Zacks Group of companies consists of Zacks Investment Research (ZIR), Zacks Investment Management (ZIM), and Zacks Trade. ZIR, founded in 1978 is the 2nd largest provider of independent stock, Mutual fund and ETF research in the US. The Professional Services Division of ZIR is one of the largest providers of software analytics and investment data to professional investors. The Zacks.com Division of ZIR operates one of the most widely used investment information sites on the web. ZIM is a Chicago based RIA that manages $10 Billion for individual and institutional investors. Zacks Trade is an online broker serving active stock and option traders located in US and overseas.

Zacks Investment Research