Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Extra – High Rollers

Job Description:

We are casting for the final background wrap day on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The shoot will take place in either Hiram, GA or the Atlanta, GA area. We are seeking 15 Caucasian men who can portray high rollers in a scene, dressed in tuxedos or fitted black suits with a tie or bow tie. This role requires open availability for a possible evening call time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray high rollers in a background scene, dressed appropriately in tuxedos or fitted black suits.
• Follow the directions of the director and production team to achieve the desired look and feel.
• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the filming day.
• Ensure your appearance matches the specified requirements (no long hair or ponytails).

Requirements:

• Age: 22 to 46 years old
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Must own a tuxedo or a fitted black suit with a tie or bow tie.
• Must have short hair (no long hair or ponytails).
• Must be available on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, with open availability for a possible evening call time.
• Ability to travel to Hiram, GA or the Atlanta, GA area for the shoot.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $140 for a 12-hour workday

Vehicle Owner for Film Shoot – Cadillac Sedan and 2023 Defender

Job Description:

Boston Casting Inc. is seeking owners of a Cadillac Sedan with camel leather seats and a 2023 Defender (all black) for an upcoming film shoot in Portsmouth, NH. The shoot will take place on July 18-19 or July 19-20, 2024.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide your Cadillac Sedan or 2023 Defender for use in the film shoot.

• Be available to stay with the car during the shoot, if required, to ensure its safety and to assist with any necessary tasks related to the vehicle.

• Follow directions from the production team regarding the positioning and use of the car during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Ownership of a Cadillac Sedan with camel leather seats or a 2023 Defender (all black).

• Availability on the specified shoot dates: July 18-19 or July 19-20, 2024.

• Willingness to stay with the vehicle during the shoot, if required.

• Ability to travel to Portsmouth, NH, for the shoot.

Compensation Details:

• Pay: $250 per car

• Additional: $15 per hour to stay with the car

Background Extra – Backyard Barbecue Attendee

Job Description:

Angela Boehm Casting is seeking background extras for an upcoming Simpson Strong-Tie commercial filming in Western Pennsylvania. We are looking for individuals to portray attendees at a backyard barbecue. This role is open to all genders and ethnicities within the specified age range.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a background extra in various scenes depicting a backyard barbecue.
• Follow the directions of the director and production team to achieve the desired atmosphere and actions.
• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the filming day.
• Be prepared for early morning call times and a full day of filming.

Requirements:

• Age: 25 to 45 years old
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must have full day and early morning availability on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
• Must be a local hire from Western Pennsylvania.
• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $250 for a 6-hour workday

Head/Hair Model for Alopecia Photo Shoot

Job Description:

Trigger Casting is seeking men and women with specific hair conditions to participate in a photo shoot focusing on heads and hair for a project about alopecia patients. The shoot will take place in a studio setting, and selected participants will not be recognizable in the final photos.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a photo shoot where only the head and hair will be photographed.

• Follow the directions of the photographer and production team to achieve the desired look and angles.

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the 5-hour shoot.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male and Female

• Must have one of the following hair conditions: shaved head, patchy hair, balding hair, or short hair.

• Comfortable being photographed with a focus on the head and hair only.

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $600 for a 5-hour workday

SAG Background Extra – Men Beach Goers

Job Description:

We are casting SAG background extras for a pharmaceutical commercial to be used on web and social media platforms. There will be no broadcast distribution. This shoot requires fully paid up SAG members to participate. The filming will take place in San Diego, CA, on July 23, 2024. We are looking for men who can portray beachgoers in a variety of scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray beachgoers in various scenes for a pharmaceutical commercial.

• Wear beach and/or swimwear comfortably and appropriately.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure an authentic and cohesive portrayal.

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the filming day.

Requirements:

• Age: Must appear to be 25 to 40 years old

• Gender: Male

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities

• Must be a fully paid up SAG member.

• Must be a local hire from the San Diego, CA area.

• Must not have visible tattoos (small ones that can be easily covered are acceptable).

• Comfortable wearing beach and/or swimwear.

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• SAG Background Rate: $427.30 for an 8-hour workday (plus overtime if/when applicable).

Casting Call: Non-Speaking Featured Role for Downtown Atlanta

Job Description:

Ava Grace Casting is seeking a non-speaking featured extra to portray a woman painting her toenails for a project filming in downtown Atlanta. The shoot will take place on Thursday, August 15, 2024. This is a buyout role, and we are looking for a female in her 30s, of Caucasian ethnicity, who can work as an Atlanta local.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a woman painting her toenails in a non-speaking featured role.

• Follow the directions of the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.

• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the filming day.

Requirements:

• Age: 30s

• Gender: Female

• Ethnicity: Caucasian

• Must be a local hire from the Atlanta area (no transportation or accommodation provided).

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

• Must be available for the entire filming day on August 15, 2024.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $500 for a 10-hour workday

• Terms: Buyout

Background Talent – Independent Feature Film

Job Description:

We are currently casting background talent for an independent, low-budget feature film shooting in Memphis, TN. This opportunity is for local hires only, and we are seeking a diverse range of individuals to participate in outdoor scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a background artist in various outdoor scenes.

• Follow the directions of the director and production team to achieve the desired look and feel.

• Maintain availability for the entire filming day, as exact call/wrap times are not specified and may vary.

Requirements:

• Age: 18 to 60 years old (with a focus on young Black males aged 18-25)

• Gender: Male and Female

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities

• Must be a local hire from the Memphis, TN area (no transportation or accommodation provided).

• Must have full day availability for one of the following dates: July 20, 21, or 23, 2024.

• Reliable transportation to the shooting location in Memphis, TN.

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

• Willingness to work for the specified rate due to the low-budget nature of the project.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $50.00 for up to 5 hours of work

• Note: This is a low-budget indie film rate.

Casting Call: Background Extras for Soccer Themed Project (Non-Union)

Job Description:

VTB is seeking background extras of any age and gender to participate in a soccer-themed advertising project. The shoot will take place on July 24, 25, or 26, 2024. This is a non-union role, and we welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a background extra in various scenes related to a soccer-themed advertisement.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure an authentic portrayal.

• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the shoot.

• Be prepared for a 10-hour workday on the selected shoot date.

Requirements:

• Age: Any age

• Gender: Any gender

• Open to new and experienced background extras.

• Must be available for one of the shoot dates: July 24, 25, or 26, 2024.

• Ability to follow instructions and work cooperatively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $275 for a maximum of 10 hours of work

Paid Extra – Upscale Restaurant Patron

Job Description:

CAB Castings LLC is seeking paid extras to portray patrons in an upscale restaurant scene for a popular docu-series filming its new season. We are looking for male and female extras, aged 18 and above, who have not previously appeared on this show. The shoot is scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, July 19, 2024, in Atlanta.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an upscale restaurant patron in various scenes as directed.

• Dress in very nice, upscale dinner attire suitable for a high-end restaurant.

• Pair up with other extras on set to create a realistic dining atmosphere.

• Follow the directions of the director and production team to ensure a seamless filming process.

• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the filming day.

Requirements:

• Age: 18 years and older

• Gender: Male and Female

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities

• Must be a new face (not previously appeared on this show).

• Must have open availability for the entire day on July 19, 2024, as call time is to be determined.

• Ability to provide your own upscale dinner attire.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for an 8-hour workday

• Payment will be made in the form of a check, mailed 2 to 3 weeks after filming.

Casting Call: Ballet Fans (Background Role) for Amazon Series “ETOILE”

Job Description:

GWCi is seeking young girls aged 9 to 18 years old to play ballet fans for an upcoming Amazon series titled “ETOILE.” This is a background role that will require participation in a costume fitting and filming in New York City.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a ballet fan in various scenes as directed.

• Attend a costume fitting in Brooklyn on July 19, 2024.

• Participate in filming in New York City on July 23, 2024.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure accurate depiction of the role.

• Maintain punctuality and professionalism throughout the costume fitting and filming process.

Requirements:

• Age: 9 to 18 years old

• Gender: Female

• Must have an interest in ballet to convincingly play the role of a ballet fan.

• Availability for the costume fitting on July 19, 2024, in Brooklyn.

• Availability for filming on July 23, 2024, in New York City.

• Ability to work well with the production team and follow instructions.

Compensation Details:

• Payrate: $176 for a 10-hour workday

• Note: This background role is not covered by SAG-AFTRA.