Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Content Creator

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is open for a talented Content Creator to bring fresh ideas and creative storytelling to a fast-paced agency environment. This role focuses on producing high-quality content that reflects brand values and captures attention across multiple platforms. From collaborating with models and influencers to crafting engaging social media and blog content, you’ll help create campaigns that inspire and connect with audiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and curate engaging visual and written content for social media, blogs, and campaigns
• Collaborate with models, actors, and clients to develop authentic, brand-aligned material
• Generate new ideas that reflect the brand’s aesthetic and client needs
• Monitor trends, tools, and emerging technologies, including AI, to stay ahead creatively
• Work closely with the booking team in-office to deliver standout content

Requirements

• Proven experience creating impactful content across digital platforms (portfolio required)
• Strong visual eye and understanding of brand-focused storytelling
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced creative environment
• Familiarity with AI tools for content creation and marketing
• Knowledge of blog writing and SEO is a plus

Compensation

• Norwich-based, in-office position
• Full-time or part-time considered
• Competitive salary, benefits, and bonus package based on experience

Dr. Gerneth – Medical Role in a True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is looking for talent to play Dr. Gerneth. This role involves portraying a professional in emotionally charged and dramatic scripted scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scenes involving crime recreation and investigation

• Deliver authentic performance in moments tied to forensic or medical content

• Participate in dramatic sequences involving violence-related subject matter

Requirements

• White female, 30s

• Blonde hair

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Must closely resemble the described character

Compensation

• $125/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend included)

Sgt. Dowling – Law Enforcement Role in a True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking talent for the role of Sgt. Dowling. This role requires a strong presence and the ability to handle emotionally intense scripted content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in dramatic crime recreation scenes

• Portray a law enforcement character with authority and realism

• Participate in sequences involving scripted violence and murder content

Requirements

• White male, 30s–40s

• Brown hair

• Comfortable with scripted violence and dramatic crime-related material

• Must closely match the character description

Compensation

• $150/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend included)

David – Fatherly Role in a True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting for the role of David, the victim’s father. This role requires strong emotional range and the ability to perform in dramatic scripted scenes involving crime recreation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in emotionally charged and dramatic sequences

• Portray moments involving body discovery and SFX blood

• Deliver an authentic performance aligned with the character description

Requirements

• White male, 50s–60s

• White hair and/or facial hair

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Must closely resemble the described character

Compensation

• $150/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend included)

Eileen – Motherly Role in a True Crime Television Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking talent for the role of Eileen, the victim’s mother. This emotionally demanding role requires the ability to portray grief and intensity in scripted dramatic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in highly emotional and dramatic sequences

• Portray moments involving crime scene discovery and SFX blood

• Deliver authentic performance that aligns with the character description

Requirements

• White female, 50s–60s

• Blonde or white hair

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related themes

• Must strongly resemble the character’s description

Compensation

• $150/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend included)

Casting Call – Cara, Victim’s Sister (True Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting for the role of Cara, the victim’s sister. This role requires strong emotional performance skills and the ability to portray dramatic scripted content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scenes involving crime recreation, including body discovery and SFX blood
• Deliver authentic and emotional reactions as part of the storyline
• Closely align with the physical resemblance of the character described

Requirements

• White female, early 30s
• Brunette hair
• Comfortable working with scripted violence and murder-related content
• Ability to match the look and character description

Compensation

• $150/day (flat rate, no hotel, travel, or stipend included)

Casting Call – Jacqueline (True Crime Recreation Series)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is now seeking talent for the role of Jacqueline. This is a paid opportunity with travel accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray scripted scenes involving crime recreation

• Perform with confidence in roles requiring depictions of violence and use of prop weapons

• Stay true to the physical resemblance of the character described

Requirements

• Black female, early 20s

• Short, dark hair

• Comfortable with scripted violence and handling prop firearms

• Must closely match the look of the character description

Compensation

• $150/day

• Hotel accommodations provided

Holiday Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A heartwarming holiday commercial is now casting non-union Black/African-American talent for a family-centered production. This opportunity is perfect for actors who can bring warmth, charm, and relatability to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members in a holiday-themed commercial

• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances

• Participate in callbacks, fittings, and scheduled shoot dates

• Collaborate with production to bring a warm, family-centered narrative to life

Requirements

• Grandma (Female, 60–70): Caring, warm, and outgoing

• Dad (Male, 37–43): Proud father, grounded, values family moments

• Mia (Female, 6–8): Cute, bright, bubbly, and curious

• TJ (Male, 9–11): Cheerful, inspiring, full of spark, guides the story

• Must not have appeared in grocery store commercials or this client’s ads within the past 2 years

• Local hire only; must be available for fittings, callbacks, and shoot days

Compensation

• $1,000 session fee (10-hour day)

• $1,500 usage fee (1 year, renewable)

• Local/Regional TV + Digital

• 15% commission applies

Female Models for Music Video

Job Description
Casting female models for an upcoming music video featuring two artists. Models will be required to wear a Skims bodysuit, so accurate sizing is necessary.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional music video production

• Model in wardrobe provided (Skims bodysuit)

• Work collaboratively with the production and artist team

Requirements

• Female models

• Comfortable modeling in a fitted wardrobe

• Must provide accurate sizing and contact information

Compensation

• $115 for 6 hours or less, paid at wrap

Job Description
Seeking freelance casting assistants and researchers for upcoming film, TV, advertising, and fashion projects. Ideal candidates will have a passion for storytelling, strong communication skills, and a genuine curiosity for people and their stories.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with casting for film, TV, and commercial projects
• Support research needs across casting, documentaries, and related fields
• Contribute creative input to support project development

Requirements

• Casting Assistants: Must have ample experience in casting for film, TV, or advertising/fashion
• Researchers: Must have professional experience in research (casting, documentary, or related fields)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Compensation

• Freelance role, paid per project