Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Special Skills Talent for Florida Lottery Commercial

Job Description

Description: We are seeking special extras with interesting and unusual skills for an upcoming Florida Lottery commercial. This casting is for both speaking and non-speaking principal roles, as well as featured extras. Please ensure you can attend the in-person fitting on either August 12 or August 13 before submitting your application.

Job Responsibilities

• Performing Special Skills: Showcase your unique talents such as costume performing, stilt walking, martial arts, unicycling, juggling, or any interesting background activity typically seen at fairs, circuses, or festivals.

• Acting: Depending on the role, deliver lines for speaking roles or perform specific actions for non-speaking roles and featured extras.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

• Fitting: Attend an in-person fitting on August 12 or August 13.

Requirements

• Availability: Must be available for the fitting on August 12 or 13 and for the shoot days.

• Location: Must be local to Orlando, FL, or able to travel if booked from out of state.

Special Skills Needed

• Experienced life-size raccoon costume performer

• Experienced stilt walker

• Pink-haired woman in karate gi (having pink hair is a bonus; production can provide a temporary pink rinse)

• Cowboy (preferably someone with that vibe in their day-to-day life)

• Experienced unicyclist

• Experienced juggler

• Any interesting background activity typically seen at a fair, circus, festival, etc.

Roles and Compensation

• Speaking Principals:

  • Rate: $1200

  • Day Rate: $500/day

• Non-Speaking Principals:

  • Rate: $1000

  • Day Rate: $400/day

• Featured Extras:

  • Rate: $300

  • Day Rate: $300/day

Additional Provisions

• Travel / Fitting Rates: $250/day for those outside the Tampa / Orlando area.

• Flights: Provided for talent booked from out of state, for the shoot only.

• Down Day Rate: $250 for those outside the Tampa / Orlando area if only shooting on Day 2.

• Fitting Rate: $50 for those in Tampa.

Casting Call for Multiple Roles – “Found” Season 2

Job Description

Description: Casting TaylorMade is seeking background actors of all genders and ethnicities, aged 18 to 100+, for multiple roles in the upcoming season of the TV series “Found.” The roles include various everyday characters essential to creating a realistic environment in the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Background Acting: Perform non-speaking roles in various scenes to enhance the authenticity of the setting.

• Coordination: Follow directions from the director and assistant directors to ensure seamless integration into scenes.

• Professionalism: Arrive on time and ready to work, maintaining a professional attitude on set.

Current Open Roles

• Cops

• Detectives

• Inmates

• Clerical Workers

• Journalists/Reporters

• Camera Operators

• Photographers

• EMTs

• Bus Station Passengers

• Coffee Cart Attendants

• Customers

• Church Goers

• Volunteers

• Pedestrians

Requirements

• Age Range: 18 to 100+ years old.

• Gender: All genders.

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities.

• Experience: Previous background acting experience is preferred but not required.

• Location: Must be local to Atlanta, GA, or the surrounding cities.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $140 for 12 hours of work.

Dance Class Instructors & Attendees for Amazon Series “Etoile”

Job Description

Description: Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. is seeking individuals to portray Jazz, Tap, and Ballet beginner-intermediate class instructors and students for the Amazon series “Etoile.” The roles involve walking the halls and attending classes. These background roles do not require actual dancing but do require appearing on camera in leotards or fitted dance clothing.

Job Responsibilities

• Background Acting: Portray dance class instructors and students in various scenes.

• Appearance: Be comfortable appearing on camera in leotards or fitted dance clothing.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

Requirements

• Age Range: Not specified.

• Gender: Not specified.

• Experience: No dance experience required, but must be comfortable in dance attire.

• Union Status: These background roles are not covered by SAG-AFTRA.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $250 for 8 hours of work.

Casting for FBI Agent Chad in True Crime Pilot

Job Description

Description: We are casting for the role of FBI Agent Chad in a non-union true crime pilot filming in Knoxville, TN. The role requires talent who closely resembles the attached photo. This is a non-speaking role with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portrayal: Accurately depict FBI Agent Chad, following the director’s instructions to ensure an authentic representation.

• Coordination: Work closely with the production team to capture the necessary scenes.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

Requirements

• Appearance: Must resemble the attached photo of FBI Agent Chad.

• Experience: Previous acting experience preferred but not required.

• Location: Must be local to Knoxville, TN, as no travel, hotels, or stipends are provided.

• Union Status: Non-union.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $150 per day.

Casting Teens for “Man of Few Words”

Job Description

Description: KLR Creative Group, CSA, is seeking talented teens for the SAG short film “Man of Few Words.” We are looking for Asian, Hispanic, and African American boys and girls aged 12-14 to play key roles in this engaging and dynamic project.

Job Responsibilities

• Acting: Deliver a compelling performance as per the character requirements of the short film.
• Rehearsing: Participate in rehearsals as scheduled to ensure preparedness for the shoot.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the director, fellow actors, and crew members to bring the story to life.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

Requirements

• Age Range: 12-14 years old.
• Gender: Boys and Girls.
• Ethnicity:
  • Asian boys.
  • Hispanic boys or girls.
  • African American boys or girls.
• Experience: Previous acting experience preferred but not required.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $200 for the shoot day.

Main Talent for Toyota Commercial

Job Description

Description: We are casting for the main talent in an upcoming Toyota commercial. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking local talent or those who can self-report as no travel will be provided. Selected candidates must be comfortable working around dogs.

Job Responsibilities

• Acting: Deliver a compelling performance as required by the commercial script.

• Comfort with Animals: Be comfortable and professional around dogs, as scenes will involve interaction with a real dog.

• Rehearsing: Participate in a fitting on August 4 to ensure proper attire for the role.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

Requirements

• Age Range: Not specified.

• Gender: Not specified.

• Location: Must be local to Nashville, TN, or able to self-report.

• Comfort Level: Must be comfortable working around dogs.

Compensation Details

• Main Talent Rate:

  • $750 per 10-hour day session.

  • $2,500 for usage.

  • $250 for fitting.

  • Extra $750 flat fee for talent bringing a real dog (any breed, 20 lbs or less).

Casting Call for Unique Male Dancer – Amazon Series “Etoile”

Job Description

Description: Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. is seeking a male dancer with a unique look for a principal role in the Amazon series “Etoile.” We are looking for individuals with facial piercings, facial tattoos, distinctive hair, or other special characteristics to portray a standout character.

Job Responsibilities

• Principal Acting: Deliver a compelling and authentic performance as a unique and distinctive character.

• Dancing: Perform dance routines as required by the role, showcasing unique style and presence.

• Coordination: Work closely with the director, choreographer, and production team to ensure seamless integration into the scenes.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, arriving on time and prepared for the entire filming schedule.

Requirements

• Gender: Male.

• Age Range: Not specified.

• Appearance: Must have unique physical characteristics such as facial piercings, facial tattoos, distinctive hair, or other special features.

• Experience: Previous dancing and acting experience preferred.

• Availability: Must be available for the filming date on August 6, 2024.

• Union Status: SAG-AFTRA Principal Dancer Contract.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $1055 per day.

Ballet Dancers for Amazon Series “Etoile”

Job Description

Description: Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. is seeking individuals to play dancers, ages 18-35, in a professional ballet company for the Amazon series “Etoile.” No dancing is required, but we are looking for people with ballet experience to stretch, stand in proper positions in class, and participate in hallway scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Background Acting: Perform as extras in ballet-related scenes, including stretching, standing in proper ballet positions, and participating in class and hallway scenes.

• Coordination: Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure authentic and seamless scenes.

• Appearance: Wear appropriate ballet attire, including leotards, ballet tights, etc., for the role.

Requirements

• Age Range: 18-35 years old.

• Gender: All genders.

• Experience: Ballet experience is required, although no actual dancing is needed for the role.

• Attire: Must provide your own ballet attire (leotards, ballet tights, etc.).

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $300 for 8 hours of work.

Stand-In for Untitled TV Show

Job Description

Description: David Anthony Casting is seeking a stand-in for an untitled TV show. The role requires a white male around 6’2″ in height, weighing approximately 180 to 200 lbs. Gray hair and balding are a plus. Stand-in experience is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand-In Duties: Assist in lighting and camera setups by standing in for the main actors to ensure the proper placement of lighting and camera angles.
• Coordination: Work closely with the director, camera operators, and lighting technicians to ensure smooth production flow.
• Adaptability: Be flexible and able to adjust positions as directed to match the main actors’ movements and scenes.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude on set, arriving on time and prepared for each day’s requirements.

Requirements

• Height: Around 6’2″.
• Weight: Approximately 180 to 200 lbs.
• Ethnicity: White male.
• Hair: Gray hair and balding are a plus.
• Experience: Stand-in experience is a plus.
• Availability: Must be available for all or most of the next week starting July 22.
• Union Status: Please specify if you are SAG or Nonunion.

Compensation Details

• SAG Stand-In Rate: $253 for the first 8 hours plus overtime.

Paid Extras for Hit Docu-Series

Job Description

Description: CAB Castings LLC. is seeking paid extras (male and female, age 18+) for various scenes in a hit docu-series filming its new season in Atlanta. We are looking for new faces who haven’t previously appeared on the show to participate in a construction scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Background Acting: Perform as extras in various scenes, enhancing the authenticity of the setting.

• Specific Roles:

  • Construction Workers: Perform background roles as construction workers, engaging in typical construction site activities.

  • Investors: Portray investors in a construction scene, dressed in specified attire to match the character description.

• Professionalism: Arrive on time and ready to work, adhering to the shooting schedule and production requirements.

Requirements

• Age Range: 18+ years old.

• Gender: Male and Female.

• Ethnicity: Various, as specified for roles.

• Attire:

  • Construction Workers: 4 Males, must wear their own boots, jeans, and white t-shirts.

  • Investors:

    • 1 African American Female, business formal attire (suit with a skirt if possible).

    • 1 Caucasian Female, casual clothes (button-up and jeans).

    • 1 Caucasian Male, business attire (suit).

• Experience: New faces that haven’t appeared on this show before.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: Paid position, specific rates to be discussed upon selection.