Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: American Detective EP, 308

Job Detail: We are casting for the non-union, true crime recreation series “American Detective” EP 308, set to film in the Knoxville, TN area from August 2nd to August 4th. The series includes limited scripted audio and recreates real crime stories for an engaging and captivating narrative.

Job Responsibilities: Club Extras 1-3 We are looking for individuals in their 20s to 30s to portray Club Extras 1-3 in a crucial series scene. As club extras, your responsibility will be to add life and excitement to a nightclub scene where you’ll be seen having fun together. The location is pivotal to the storyline and will help create an authentic atmosphere for the show.

Requirements:

• Gender: All genders are welcome to apply.
• Age: Applicants must be in their 20s to 30s.
• Location: Applicants should be local to the Knoxville, TN area or willing to travel at their own expense during filming dates (August 2nd to August 4th).
• Availability: Must be available to film on Thursday, starting from 8:00 PM or later. Please ensure your availability for the specified date and time before applying.
• Acting Experience: No prior acting experience is required. We welcome experienced actors and newcomers with enthusiasm and a willingness to bring the scene to life.

Compensation Details:

• Payment: $75 flat fee for the shooting day.
• Meals: Food and beverages will be provided during the filming hours.
• Screen Time: While the role is that of an extra, you’ll still be featured in a critical scene of the episode, which provides an exciting opportunity to be seen on screen.

Just so you know, this is a non-union project, and all participants will need to sign a release form allowing the use of their likeness in the series. This is a fantastic chance to be part of a gripping true crime recreation series that will captivate audiences with its compelling storytelling.

Casting Call: American Detective Episode 308

Job Details:

• Project Title: American Detective
• Episode: 308
• Production Type: Non-union, True Crime Recreation Series with Limited Scripted Audio
• Filming Location: Knoxville, TN area
• Filming Dates: August 2nd to August 4th, 2023

Job Responsibilities: We are casting for the role of “Jessica’s Boyfriend” for a one-time scene in Episode 308. The character will appear in a club scene with Jessica, enjoying a fun and lively atmosphere.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 20s to early 30’s
• Physical Appearance: Must portray an attractive, charismatic persona suitable for a club setting.
• Acting Experience: Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation Details:

• Payment: $100 for the one-day shoot.
• Travel and Accommodation: The selected actor will be responsible for travel and accommodation expenses.
• Meals: Catering will be provided during the shoot.

Important Notes:

• This casting call is open to all individuals who meet the specified requirements, regardless of union affiliation.
• The project will involve actual crime recreation scenes, and actors must portray characters based on real-life events with limited scripted audio.
• All actors must be available for filming during the specified dates in the Knoxville, TN, area.
• The club scene will be shot on Thursday evening after 8 pm. Availability during this time is a prerequisite for consideration.

Casting Call: AMERICAN DETECTIVE EP, 308

Job Details: We seek talent for an upcoming non-union true-crime recreation series, “American Detective EP, 308.” The series will feature limited scripted audio and be filmed in the Knoxville, TN, area from August 2nd to August 4th.

Job Responsibilities: The selected talent will portray Tourists 1-2, a male and female couple. Their role in the episode involves stumbling upon a crime scene while they are out checking the scenery. The location will be filmed on Thursday, likely around 3:30 PM.

Requirements:

• Male and Female actors, preferably in their mid-20s to mid-40s.
• Ability to convincingly portray tourists exploring the Knoxville, TN area.
• Prior acting or performance experience is preferred but not required.
• Must be available for filming on August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th in the Knoxville, TN area.

Compensation Details:

• Each selected talent (Tourists 1-2) will be compensated $100 for participating in the episode.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided during filming.
• Travel expenses to the filming location will not be covered.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a true crime recreation series and contribute to an engaging and compelling episode. We encourage you to submit your application if you fit the requirements and are available during the specified filming dates.

Please include your headshots, resume, and any relevant acting or performance experience in your application. We look forward to reviewing your submissions and finding the perfect talent to bring Tourists 1-2 to life in “American Detective EP, 308.”

Casting Call Job Description – COP CASTING – OPEN ETHNICITY

Job Detail: We seek talented individuals of all ethnic backgrounds to portray cops in an upcoming project. This casting call is open to males and females between 20 to 50s. The project will be set in Washington DC, and its surrounding areas, and we have multiple date options available for shooting.

Job Responsibilities: Selected candidates will portray police officers in various scenes, bringing authenticity and depth to their roles. You must follow the director’s directions and perform convincingly as law enforcement officers in the given locations.

Requirements:

• Open Ethnicity: All ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our project.
• Age: Applicants must be between the ages of 20 to 50s.
• Availability: Please specify your availability for the following work dates: 8/14, 8/17, 8/18, 8/21, 8/23, and 8/24. Depending on the scenes and production requirements, you will be scheduled to work for 1 to 2 days during these dates.

Compensation Details: Selected actors will be compensated at $300 per workday. This payment will cover your time and talent on set, including any necessary costume fittings and rehearsals.

Detective Casting – 2-DAY or 3-DAY Option

Job Details: We seek talented individuals to portray detectives for an upcoming project. This is a 2-DAY or 3-DAY option casting call, and we are looking for male and female actors of any ethnicity between the ages of 20 and 50s. The project will occur in Washington, DC, and its surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities: As a detective actor, you will be responsible for portraying a law enforcement professional in various scenes. You must effectively convey the character’s traits, emotions, and reactions as the script is required. The role may involve verbal and non-verbal communication, investigative work, and interactions with other characters.

Requirements:

• Male or female actors of any ethnicity.
• Age range: 20s to 50s.
• Strong acting skills and the ability to portray a detective convincingly.
• Previous experience in similar roles or law enforcement background is a plus but not required.
• Must be available for the specified work dates (2-DAY: 8/15, 8/24; 3-DAY: 8/15, 8/17, 8/24) and be flexible with potential changes in the production schedule.
• Applicants must be based in or willing to travel to Washington DC and its surrounding areas for filming.

Compensation Details:

• Selected actors will be paid a competitive rate of $300 daily.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
• Travel expenses will not be covered; actors must arrange transportation to the shooting locations.

Casting Call: FATAL ATTRACTION, EP 1403

Job Detail: We are currently seeking a talented actor to fill the role of BRANDON LOWE, WITNESS, for an upcoming true crime recreation series, “FATAL ATTRACTION.” The series will be filming in the Knoxville area on August 1-2, 2023. So that you know, this is a non-union production with limited scripted audio. The rate for this role is $150/day, and preliminary schedules are subject to change.

Job Responsibilities: As BRANDON LOWE, WITNESS, you will be responsible for portraying a pivotal character in an actual crime recreation episode. Your performance will be crucial in helping to recreate the events of the case, providing key insights, and enhancing the overall authenticity of the production. The role requires a convincing portrayal of the character’s emotions and experiences relating to the crime.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 30’s-40’s
• Availability: Must be available for filming on Tuesday, August 1, at 10:00 PM and Wednesday around 1:30 PM.

Compensation Details: The selected actor for the role of BRANDON LOWE, WITNESS, will be compensated at a rate of $150 per day of filming. Additionally, meals will be provided on set during shoot days.

Casting Call: Auditions for Children’s International Tour

Job Detail: We are holding auditions for the role of Gustave, a 10-year-old boy with a small and slight frame who possesses a mysterious darker, and mischievous quality. The position requires a stunning pure vocal ability as a boy soprano, preferably with a genuine chorister sound. The selected candidate will be part of an international touring production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assume the role of Gustave in an international touring production for two months.
• Share the role with two other boys on a schedule to be confirmed.
• Attend rehearsals in London, starting in October 2023 (exact dates to be confirmed).
• Travel to China on the 4th of November 2023 for performances.
• Participate in performances in China starting from the 7th of November, 2023.
• Conclude the contract on the 8th of January 2024.

Requirements:

• Playing age of 10 years old.
• Must possess a small and slight physical appearance suitable for the character of Gustave.
• Exceptional boy soprano vocal ability with a genuine chorister sound.
• Applicants must live within approximately one hour’s travel of Central London for practical reasons.
• Availability for auditions in London (exact date to be confirmed) and the touring schedule.

Compensation Details:

• Selected candidates will be offered a two-month performance contract from October 2023 to January 2024.
• Compensation will be provided following industry standards and will include allowances for travel, accommodations, and other necessary expenses during the tour.
• As part of the international tour, the performers will have a unique opportunity to showcase their talent globally and gain invaluable performing arts experience.

Casting Call: African American Male Non-Speaking Shopper

Job Detail: We are casting for an African American male non-speaking role to portray a shopper making a home flooring selection in a regional commercial. The commercial will be shot in Metro Atlanta in mid-September (exact date to be determined). The selected talent will be required to work as a local in Atlanta for the shoot.

Job Responsibilities: The chosen talent will be a shopper in a commercial focused on home flooring. In a non-speaking role, the actor must convey emotions and reactions and engage with the product naturally and authentically. The actor will interact with the flooring options, showcasing a positive and enthusiastic attitude during the selection process.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age: 23 – 28
• Ethnicity: African American
• Location: Must be able to work as a local in Atlanta, Metro area.
• Availability: Must be available for the shoot in mid-September (specific date to be confirmed).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $250 per 8-hour day (8-hour workday, including a one-hour meal break).
• Payment Terms: Regional buyout, inclusive of the initial usage period.
• Travel and Accommodation: The actor will be responsible for their own transportation and accommodation expenses.

CASTING CALL – CAR ENTHUSIASTS – FILMING IN SYDNEY

Job Details: We are currently seeking Sydney-based Car Enthusiasts to participate in an exciting upcoming campaign that showcases their passion and love for automobiles and motorcycles. If you have an unwavering devotion to all things automotive, this is the perfect opportunity to shine and share your enthusiasm with the world!

Job Responsibilities: Selected Car Enthusiasts will be featured in the campaign, where they will have the chance to display their knowledge, passion, and connection to cars and motorcycles. The shoot will take place on either the 23rd or 24th of August 2023 and last for one day. During the filming, participants must share their experiences, stories, and expertise on camera, emphasizing their unique perspectives as devoted car and motorcycle enthusiasts.

Requirements:

• Must be between 18 and 45 years old.
• Must be a genuine car or motorcycle enthusiast with a deep automobile passion.
• No prior acting experience is necessary; we seek authentic and enthusiastic individuals.
• Must be based in Sydney or be able to travel to Sydney for the shoot on the specified dates.

Compensation Details: Selected talent will be compensated with a talent fee ranging from $2,000 to AUD 10,000 per person, depending on the level of their feature within the campaign. The payment will be subject to the following conditions:

• The fee will be adjusted based on the extent of participation and prominence in the final content.
• All talent fees are subject to applicable taxes and deductions.
• Superannuation (retirement savings) contributions will be added to the talent fee.

This is a fantastic opportunity for car and motorcycle enthusiasts in Sydney to showcase their love for the automotive world and participate in an exciting campaign. If you have a deep connection to cars and motorcycles and want to share your passion with a broader audience, don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of something unique! Apply now and let your enthusiasm shine!

CASTING CALL – ONLINE GAMERS / TWITCH USERS – FILMING IN SYDNEY

Job Detail: We are casting for an upcoming campaign and are looking for enthusiastic Female or Non-Binary Online Gamers / Twitch Users based in Sydney. The campaign will involve showcasing the gaming community’s diversity and passion for gaming across various platforms.

Job Responsibilities: Selected talents will be featured in the campaign, showcasing their gaming skills and interacting with the gaming community. The content will be used in promotional materials and online advertisements to highlight the inclusive and vibrant gaming culture.

Requirements:

• Identifying as female or non-binary
• Aged between 18 and 35 years old
• Based in Sydney, Australia
• Passionate about gaming, particularly active on Twitch or other gaming platforms

Shoot Dates: The shoot will take place on either the 23rd or 24th of August 2023. It will be a one-day shoot, so selected talents must be available for the entire day.

Compensation Details: Selected talents will be compensated based on the level of their feature in the campaign:

• Talent fees will range from $2,000 to $10,000 AUD per person
• The final fee will be determined by the prominence and extent of the talent’s appearance in the campaign
• All fees are subject to tax deductions and include superannuation (super) contributions as required by Australian law.