Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: African American Men for “Chicago Fire” Event Scene

Job Details: We are currently seeking African American men, aged between 20s to 60s, for an exciting opportunity to participate in an event scene on the popular television show “Chicago Fire”. This is a great chance to be part of a dynamic and engaging production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting on either February 1st or February 2nd.
• Be available for the entire day of filming on both February 6th and February 9th.
• Follow the directions provided by the director and crew members.
• Act in a background role during event scenes, performing natural and context-appropriate actions.
• Maintain professionalism on set at all times.

Requirements:

• African American males aged between 20s to 60s.
• Based in or able to travel to Chicago, IL.
• Available for the wardrobe fitting and the entire day of filming on specified dates.
• Not already booked for the Convention scene or another scene in this episode of “Chicago Fire”.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to follow instructions and work well in a team environment.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay rate (details will be provided upon application).
• Meals provided on filming days.

Casting Call: Stand-In (African American Male) for “Chicago Fire” Series

Job Detail: We are urgently seeking an African American male stand-in for a pivotal role in today’s filming of the renowned television series “Chicago Fire”. The stand-in will be used in place of one of our actors for lighting and camera blocking purposes on set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Promptly arrive on set upon confirmation of the role.
• Work closely with the director, cinematographer, and lighting crew to assist in setting up scenes.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ability to take direction quickly.
• Remain on set for the duration required and be available for any scene rehearsals as needed.
• Mimic the posture, movements, and positioning of the actor you are standing in for as accurately as possible.

Requirements:

• Ethnicity: African American
• Gender: Male
• Height: Between 5’9″ and 5’11”
• Build: Medium
• Availability: Must be able to rush to set today (1.31) with short notice.
• Previous experience as a stand-in is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be a Chicago local or able to transport self to the set in Chicago on short notice.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and adapt to changing scenarios on set.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with industry standards for stand-in roles.
• Payment details will be discussed upon selection and confirmation of availability.
• This role does not include union benefits.

Casting Call: Background Actors/Extras for HBO’s ‘Somebody Somewhere’

Job Details:

We are seeking experienced and professional background actors for HBO’s ‘Somebody Somewhere’ for filming on Wednesday. This opportunity is exclusive to those who have previously worked with us as an extra, due to limited slots available on this first day of shooting.

Roles:

1. Upscale Shopper (Female):

   • Age Range: 30-60 years.
   • Role: One shopper at a very upscale, exclusive clothing store.
   • Requirements: Must be professional and dependable.
   • Note: This role is likely to be on camera. Only needed if not working Monday.

2. Latino Server:

   • Gender: Any
   • Ethnicity: Latino
   • Age Range: Not specified.
   • Requirements: Previous waitstaff experience preferred. Must be professional and dependable.
   • Note: Will be part of different scenes in a Mexican Restaurant.

3. Restaurant Patrons:

   • Gender: Any
   • Ethnicity: Any
   • Age Range: 21-70 years.
   • Requirements: Professional and dependable demeanor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Arrive on time and be prepared for the full duration of the shoot.
• Follow directions from the director and crew.
• Maintain professionalism on set at all times.
• Be ready for potential on-camera roles.
• Able to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to last-minute changes.

Requirements:

• Must have previous experience working as an extra (mandatory).
• Be available for the entire duration of the shoot on the specified date.
• Must be able to arrange transportation to and from the set in Lemont, Illinois.
• Adherence to wardrobe and appearance guidelines as provided.

Rate of Pay: $126.40 for up to 8 hours (time and a half for overtime). Parking will be provided.

Casting Call: Twin Latino Boys for “Chicago Fire” TV Series

Job Description: We are excited to announce a casting opportunity for twin Latino boys, aged two, to participate in an event scene for the popular television series “Chicago Fire.” This opportunity is perfect for young talents looking to gain experience in the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in an event scene, which will be an indoor shoot.
• Follow directions from the director and crew members.
• Interact with other actors and extras as required by the scene.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be two years old.
• Ethnicity: Latino (both children).
• Must be twins.
• Availability: Must be available to work on Tuesday, February 6th.
• Work Permit: Children must obtain a Joan Philo work permit. Guidance on how to acquire this permit will be provided.

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $135 for a 4-hour workday.
• Overtime: Payment at time and a half for hours worked beyond the initial 4 hours.

Casting Call: Background Actors for “Chicago Fire” Event Scene

Job Detail: We are excited to announce a casting opportunity for the popular television show “Chicago Fire.” We are seeking men of all ethnicities, aged between their 20s and 60s, to participate as background actors in an upcoming event scene. This scene is scheduled to be filmed on Tuesday, February 6th, and Friday, February 9th.

Responsibilities:

• Participate as a background actor in the event scene, following the director’s instructions.
• Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting on either Thursday, February 1st, or Friday, February 2nd.
• Be available for the entirety of both shooting days (February 6th and February 9th).
• Cooperate with other cast members and crew to ensure a smooth filming process.
• Adhere to all on-set protocols, including those related to COVID-19 safety, if applicable.

Requirements:

• Male, any ethnicity, aged between 20 and 60 years.
• Available for the wardrobe fitting and both filming days.
• Punctual, reliable, and able to follow directions well.
• Comfortable with long hours on set.
• No prior acting experience is required, but professionalism on set is a must.
• Must be local to the Chicago area or able to commute to the location.

Compensation:

• Pay rate will be in accordance with standard background acting rates.
• Details regarding pay will be provided upon selection for the role.
• Any travel expenses incurred will not be covered.

ART DIRECTOR

We’re looking for ‘conceptual’ thinkers. Art Directors that have a passion and talent to develop advertising campaign/brand ideas that can span across a brand marketing ecosystem including traditional and digital mediums. Visually design and develop these ideas by creating mockups, storyboards, presentations, and taking work from ideation to project completion. 

Supercharge your career in a dynamic urban setting at a thriving independent ad agency known for high-powered thinking and award-winning creative. 

Our recently renovated loft space is a highly collaborative work environment in the heart of Chicago’s buzzing River North entertainment district. Surrounded by dining, shopping, and easy transit…enjoy urban working at its finest. Brainstorm with colleagues at an outdoor lunch cafe or mull over your strategic approach to user-centric web design over an afternoon latte. Renew your professional passions for stunning graphic design, clean typography, and dynamic visual artistry as part of our ‘exceptional’ agency culture –– one that proudly rewards hustle, guts, and instinct.  

You’ll be teaming up with savvy marketing specialists and gifted creative minds as you tackle design assignments of all types –– brand development, ad campaigns, digital and UX design, social media marketing, direct response…even video, and more. Enjoy the motivating ambience of our open-concept floor plan as you help us design and build highly strategic marketing programs for our growing roster of on-demand clients. 

BRING YOUR ‘A GAME’ TO PLAN B

We’re a fast-flying, full-service ad agency seeking exceptionally talented art directors and total team players to help our clients take on the world. If you fancy yourself a visual problem solver who can concept in any medium, or a multi-disciplinary design maven who can art direct the printed page in InDesign as skillfully as a web page in Sketch…we’d love to get to know you. 

Do you thrive on variety? No two weeks are ever the same here. Whether it’s a :06 pre-roll video or TikTok-inspired digital campaign, a mobile-first landing page promoting a hybrid supercar, dimensional mailer celebrating the important work of health care workers, an average month here is sure to bend your brain in many directions at once. So limber up and let’s do this! 

As Art Director, you’ll be counted on as a strategic-thinking member of the creative team. Here’s a taste of what awaits.

This Art Director role is primarily an on-site position at our Chicago River North location. Regularly attending work in-person (5 days a week, M-F) is essential for the success of the company, our clients, and the entire Plan B team.

We are officially a B Corp! (see: https://www.thisisplanb.com/sustainability/)

We recognize the critical difference today’s companies can (and must) make with regard to corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability. The values of conservation and efficiency have long been core to Plan B’s cultural and operational foundation, and are even more of a priority today in light of how much our world is changing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design mobile-first digital experiences, including websites, landing pages, emails, e-newsletters, microsites, digital display ads
• Design more traditional media including, but not limited to: print ads, brochures, booklets, fliers, TV commercials, billboards, and more – according to strategic plans provided by the account executive, and by assignment from the creative director.
• Meet with client service team members and interactive marketing personnel to ensure coordination between traditional and interactive advertising and marketing efforts.
• Provide sound visual concept solutions that specifically solve business problems.
• Work with the development team to understand the opportunities and limitations of the digital solutions proposed and produced by the creative department. 
• Collaborate with other art directors, copywriters and additional designated “team” personnel in production of creative materials.
• Collaborate with account and creative leads in selection of design elements (papers, vendors, models, freelancers, talent, and outside sources) needed to fulfill production.
• Meet assigned deadlines with a smile
• Maintain strong working knowledge of computer design software and hardware, striving to stay current in level of knowledge and abilities. 
• Work to remain current with trends in the digital art direction space, from new methodologies and tools to best practices. 
• Work with production personnel (digital, print, and/or video), providing complete input and instruction/supervision to smoothly complete production of approved design. 
• Review all production materials on assigned projects and sign off prior to final production
• Assist with new business presentations as requested by the agency marketing director/creative director/production manager.
• Keep senior art director/creative director informed of need to upgrade design-related computer hardware/software

REQUIREMENTS

·     A passion for exceptional ideas and an almost-annoying commitment to quality

·     A killer design portfolio 

·     Minimum 4+ years of graphic design experience art direction role

·     Strong analytical ability and strategic thinking skills

·     Willing to share your point of view (with written & verbal communication skills to back it up)

·     Appetite for problem solving and love for fast-paced environments

·     Experience working on/managing various creative campaigns in parallel

• LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY. Talented and motivated Art Directors in the Chicago area who meet the above requirements, and who have the work to back up their candidacy, should send a brief cover note, resume and portfolio to [email protected].

Plan B®

Casting Call: Photo Double for “Chicago Fire” TV Series

Job Details

“Chicago Fire,” a popular television series, is seeking a female photo double for an upcoming episode. This role is critical for filming specific scenes where the actor is not available or the shot requires a specific angle. The photo double will be used to represent the actor in these instances.

Responsibilities

• Stand-in for the actor in various scenes, particularly event scenes.

• Work closely with the director and crew to ensure continuity in scenes.

• Follow instructions for positioning, movement, and other scene requirements.

• Maintain a professional demeanor on set and be ready for various takes.

Requirements

• Gender: Female

• Ethnicity: Caucasian

• Hair: Blonde

• Age: 20s to 30s

• Height: Between 5’4″ and 5’8″

• Build: Slender to medium

• Location: Must be local to Chicago, IL, including suburbs and surrounding border states.

• Availability: Must be available for one day of filming between February 1st and the following week and a half. Note that filming will not occur on weekends.

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not required.

Compensation

• This is a paid role. Specific payment details will be discussed upon selection.

• Compensation includes day rate for filming.

• Any travel expenses incurred will not be covered.

Casting Call: Photo Double for “Chicago Fire” TV Series

Job Description: We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for a specific role in the popular TV series “Chicago Fire.” We are seeking a Caucasian male, aged 18 to 21, with dark hair, standing between 5’7″ and 5’10” in height, and possessing a slender to medium build. This individual will be cast as a photo double, which involves standing in for an actor for specific scenes, typically filmed from angles where the actor’s face is not fully visible.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a photo double for a main cast member in the TV series “Chicago Fire.”
• Participate in scenes requiring non-speaking roles, particularly at an event scene.
• Be available for the entire duration of the filming schedule and adhere to the director’s guidance for specific scenes.
• Maintain professionalism on set, following all guidelines and instructions provided by the crew.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Age: 18 to 21 years
• Hair: Dark
• Height: Between 5’7″ and 5’10”
• Build: Slender to medium
• Must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.
• Availability to film for one day between February 1st and the week and a half following (excluding weekends).

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid role. Specific compensation details will be provided upon selection and agreement to participate.
• Payment terms and conditions will be outlined in the contract provided upon casting.

Casting Call: Photo Double for “Chicago Fire” Episode

Job Details: We are excited to announce a unique opportunity for a Male Caucasian photo double to be a part of an upcoming episode of the popular television show “Chicago Fire”. This role is for a non-speaking part in an event scene.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a photo double in a non-speaking role. This involves appearing in place of one of the main actors for certain shots or angles.
• Attend and participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the filming date.
• Be available for a one-day film shoot between February 1st and the week and a half following (excluding weekends).
• Follow direction from the director and crew members during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Age: In your 50’s or 60’s
• Hair: Salt and pepper, preferably balding, with a beard
• Height: Between 5’8″ and 5’11”
• Build: Slender to medium
• Must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.
• Availability for the specified filming period.
• Willingness to participate in a wardrobe fitting a few days before the shoot.
• No speaking is required, but must be able to follow directions and act in a professional manner on set.

Compensation:

• This is a paid role. Compensation details will be provided upon selection.
• All travel and wardrobe fitting expenses will be covered.

Casting Call: Modern and Unique Haircut Model

Job Title: Fashion Model for Photoshoot

Job Detail: We are excited to announce a casting call for a super cute hipster-type female or non-binary person, aged 19-28, with a striking and modern hairstyle such as a mullet, wolf cut, or any other unique haircut. This is for an upcoming photoshoot scheduled for next week.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a fashion photoshoot, which will involve posing and following specific directions from the photographer and creative director.
• Work collaboratively with the styling team, including hair and makeup artists, to ensure the desired look is achieved.
• Be punctual and maintain a professional demeanor throughout the shoot.
• Be comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
• Provide feedback and creative input when necessary to achieve the best results.

Requirements:

• Identify as a female or non-binary individual, aged 19-28.
• Possess a unique and modern hairstyle such as a mullet, wolf cut, or other distinctive cuts.
• Previous modeling experience is preferred but not essential.
• Must be available for the entire duration of the shoot next week (specific dates and times will be provided upon selection).
• Must be able to travel to the shoot location (details to be provided).
• A portfolio or recent photographs showcasing your hairstyle and look.

Compensation Details:

• Pay is $1000+ if booked for the shoot.
• Additional details regarding compensation will be discussed upon selection.