Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for MC Bikers with Harley Type Motorcycles – Peacock Series “Pokerface”

Job Description: Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking extras for the Peacock series “Pokerface.” We are looking for individuals with Harley type motorcycles to portray motorcycle club (MC) bikers. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an exciting new series and showcase your bike on screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an MC biker in various scenes.
• Ride and handle your motorcycle as directed by the production team.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality on set.
• Follow safety protocols and instructions from the crew to ensure a safe environment for all participants.

Requirements:

• Must own a Harley type motorcycle.
• Comfortable portraying an MC biker.
• Must be available for the full duration of the shoot day (8 hours).
• Prior experience in acting or as an extra is a plus but not required.
• Ability to follow directions and work well with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Pay: $226 for 8 hours of work.
• Bump: Additional $37.50 bump for bringing your motorcycle.

Valets for “Strawberry Fields”

Job Description: Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting is seeking male and female actors, aged 25-45, to portray valets for an upcoming project in Wilmington, NC. This is a fantastic opportunity for both new and familiar faces to gain valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a valet character convincingly.
• Follow direction from the film crew and casting team.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before the shoot date.
• Work collaboratively with other cast and crew members.
• Maintain professionalism during long filming hours.

Requirements:

• Must be between the ages of 25-45.
• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds.
• Must be a local hire from Wilmington, NC, or the immediate area.
• Availability for filming on June 27, starting approximately at 3 PM and potentially continuing into the late night/early morning hours.
• Ability to attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the filming date (paid $25).
• Willingness to work potentially up to 12 hours per day.
• Reliable transportation to and from the filming location (no transportation or hotel accommodations provided).

Compensation:

• Base Pay: $134 for a 10-hour workday.
• Overtime: Paid after 10 hours.
• Wardrobe Fitting: $25.a

Waitstaff Roles for Strawberry Fields & Cherrix 

Job Description:

Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting are seeking male and female waitstaff, aged 25-45, for an exciting project in Wilmington, NC. We encourage both new and familiar faces to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in the film industry and work with a dynamic team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray waitstaff in a restaurant setting for a film production.

• Follow directions from the director and casting team to ensure scenes are performed accurately.

• Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting before the work date.

• Be punctual and professional on set, adhering to the call time of approximately 2 pm and working into late night hours.

• Collaborate with other cast members and crew to create a seamless filming experience.

Requirements:

• Open diversity and ethnicity.

• Age range: 25-45 years.

• Must be a local hire living in Wilmington, NC, or the immediate area.

• Ability to commit to the scheduled workday and potential overtime.

• Must be available for a paid wardrobe fitting prior to the filming date.

Compensation:

• Rate of Pay: $134 for 10 hours, with overtime pay after 10 hours.

• Wardrobe Fitting: Paid $25 before the work date.

• Please note that transportation costs and hotel accommodations are not covered.

Casting Call: NYC Female Hair Models 

Job Description: We are seeking female hair models in the NYC area who are willing to have their hair dyed for an upcoming project. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with top stylists and be part of a professional shoot. All ethnicities, ages, and hair textures and colors are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Have your hair dyed by professional stylists according to the needs of the shoot.
• Follow directions from the styling and photography team to achieve the desired look.
• Participate in the photoshoot, showcasing your new hair color and style.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female models of all ethnicities, ages, hair textures, and colors.
• Willingness to have hair dyed by professional stylists.
• Must be available for one of the specified shoot dates: June 26, July 15, or July 16.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in NYC (travel/housing not provided).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1,200 per day.
• Models will only be needed for one day of the shoot.

Casting Call: Universal Orlando Vlogger Series

Job Description: We are seeking experienced and engaging vloggers for an exciting internet commercial series for Universal Orlando Parks. This is a unique opportunity for vloggers who love to create content and engage with their audience to showcase their talents on a larger platform.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and interact with social media content related to Universal Orlando Parks.
• Act naturally as themselves, using their real first name.
• Be entertaining, outgoing, funny, and authentically engaging in all content.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver high-quality vlogging segments.
• Promote Universal Orlando Parks through your unique vlogging style.

Requirements:

• Must have experience crafting or interacting with social media content.
• Must be from the Orlando area or willing to work as a local hire to Universal Orlando Resort.
• Open to vloggers from Central Florida or anywhere in Florida, as long as they can work as a local hire.
• Experience in vlogging about any subject is welcome (e.g., cars, food, entertainers, stocks, cats, etc.).
• Must be non-union.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive rates based on the scope of the project and experience of the vlogger.
• Details on the exact compensation will be provided upon selection.

Bartenders for Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting

Job Description

Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting is seeking male and female bartenders, ages 25-45, for an exciting new project in Wilmington, NC. We welcome both new and familiar faces to apply. This role involves working on June 25th with a call time around 2 PM and filming into the late-night hours. Candidates must be fully available on the specified date.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bartenders in various scenes

• Follow direction from the casting and production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the work date

• Maintain professional behavior on set

• Be punctual and fully available for the entire shoot day

Requirements

• Male & Female, age range 25-45

• Open to all ethnicities and diversity

• Must be a local hire living in Wilmington, NC, or the immediate area

• Availability for the entire shoot day on June 25th

• Willingness to attend a paid wardrobe fitting before the work date

• Reliable transportation (transportation costs and hotel accommodations are not provided)

Compensation Details

• Daily Rate: $134 for 10 hours (overtime pay applicable after 10 hours)

• Wardrobe Fitting: $25 (scheduled prior to the work date)

• Work Hours: Generally up to 12 hours, though you may finish earlier

Casting Call for Belfast Boys Aged 7-11 Years Old

Job Description: We are searching for energetic and charismatic boys aged 7-11 years old for an upcoming TV series shooting in Belfast. We are looking for “proper wee Belfast boys” with great personalities, a right wee scrapper attitude, and boundless enthusiasm to join our exciting project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray characters convincingly in various scenes of the TV series.
• Follow the director’s instructions and collaborate effectively with the cast and crew.
• Participate in rehearsals and script readings as required.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Boys aged 7-11 years old.
• Must have a native Belfast accent.
• Submissions must be based on the island of Ireland.
• No previous acting experience is necessary, but enthusiasm and a great personality are a must.
• Availability for shooting dates between mid-September to December 2024 (the role will not be required for the entirety of this period).

Compensation Details:

• Competitive compensation will be provided based on the role and experience.
• Details will be discussed during the selection process.

Casting Call for Web-Series: Punjabi Males and Females

Job Description: We are casting for a web-series based in Punjab for a premium OTT platform. We are looking for male and female Punjabi-speaking actors from all over India to play leads and primary parts in an action/thriller web series. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent in a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned character convincingly in various scenes.
• Follow the direction of the director and collaborate effectively with the production team and co-actors.
• Participate in rehearsals and script readings as required.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the production process.

Requirements:

For Male Actors (18-25 years):

• Should be athletic and agile.
• Some proficiency in field hockey will be a plus.
• Must be the main lead of the show.

For Female Actors (18-25 years):

• Some knowledge of singing or any musical instruments will be a plus.
• Must be the main lead of the show.

For Male Actors (25-32 years):

• Should have a muscular physique.
• Any background in martial arts training is a plus.
• Must know basic Punjabi.
• Will play a primary part.

General Requirements:

• Must be fluent in Punjabi.
• Must be available for the entire shooting schedule.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Open to actors from all over India.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive rates will be provided based on the role and experience of the actor.
• Details will be discussed during the selection process.

Casting for Real Groups of Friends for Major TX-Based Fast Food Chain Commercial

Job Description: We are seeking real groups of friends aged 20-30 years old to feature in a commercial for a major Texas-based fast food chain. This is a unique opportunity to have fun with your friends while being part of a professional production. The shoot will take place overnight in Round Rock, TX.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in an overnight shoot with your group of friends.
• Follow directions from the director and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Portray natural interactions and have fun on camera.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Real groups of friends aged 20-30 years old.
• Must be available for the overnight shoot on June 27th, 2024.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Round Rock, TX (travel/housing not provided).
• Comfortable being on camera and following direction.
• All ethnicities and genders are welcome.

Compensation Details:

• Payment: $2,500 per person.
  • Breakdown: $500 for the shoot + $2,000 for usage.

Nashville Area Casting Call for Indie Feature Film

Job Description: We are seeking non-union background actors to play the role of a barista for an indie feature film produced by The Ranch. This project offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a creative and dynamic production team in the vibrant Nashville area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a barista in various scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions from the director and crew to ensure smooth execution of scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality on set.
• Be prepared to work up to 12+ hours on set, although the exact call time will be provided the afternoon prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville area (travel/housing not provided).
• Age: 25-35 years old.
• Open to all genders.
• Experience as a barista is a plus but not required.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the entire shoot day (potentially 12+ hours).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour), with time and a half after 8 hours.
• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours.