Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Photo Double in TV Series

Job Description:
Seeking a Caucasian male to serve as a photo double for an upcoming TV series. This role requires matching specific physical attributes, including height, clothing sizes, and facial features. Filming will take place near Burbank, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor in a TV series.
• Match the specified physical attributes, including facial features and bone structure.
• Participate in costume fittings and follow production guidelines to ensure seamless integration.

Requirements:

• Caucasian male, 5’11” in height.
• Clothing sizes: Suit 40R, Neck 16, Sleeve 34, Waist 32/33, Inseam 32, Shoe 10.
• Must provide high-quality, clear photos (close-up and full-body) and current clothing sizes for costume purposes.
• Flexible availability for filming and costume fittings in February.

Compensation:

• SAG rate: $253/8 hours.
• Costume fitting rate: $54/2 hours.
• Opportunity to work with a professional production team in a high-profile series.

Casting Call for Elf on the Shelf Lifestyle Photo Shoot

Job Description:
Seeking boys and girls to participate in a lifestyle photo shoot for the Elf on the Shelf series. This is an excellent opportunity for kids with outgoing personalities and diverse backgrounds to shine in a professional photo shoot in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a fun and festive lifestyle photo shoot with an Elf on the Shelf theme.
• Follow on-set directions to create engaging and expressive poses.
• Showcase natural smiles and vibrant personalities to bring the holiday theme to life.

Requirements:

• Boys and girls aged 3-12, divided into the following age groups:
  • Ages 3-4
  • Ages 6-9
  • Ages 10-12
• Open to all ethnicities and differently-abled children.
• Outgoing personality or some prior on-set experience preferred.
• Submit clear, high-quality photos and a short video (under 1 minute) showcasing the child’s personality and answering holiday-related prompts.

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity with professional-level exposure.
• Gain valuable on-set experience in a fun and festive production environment.

Casting Call for Bravo Superfans

Job Description:
Are you a die-hard fan of all things Bravo? This is your chance to be part of a fun opportunity to showcase your Bravo knowledge and passion for the Bravoverse.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share your enthusiasm and expertise about Bravo shows and the Bravoverse.
• Participate in a unique opportunity designed for the biggest Bravo fans.
• Engage with others in a way that highlights your love for the network and its programming.

Requirements:

• Must be a dedicated Bravo fan with extensive knowledge of Bravo shows.
• Provide your name, Instagram handle, and best contact information.
• Willing to participate in a fan-centric opportunity.

Compensation:

• A fun and exciting chance to engage with the Bravo community.
• Unique opportunity to be part of a Bravo-inspired project.

Casting Call for Indigenous American Actors for Broadway’s “Dead Outlaw”

Job Description:
Seeking Indigenous American actors for an offstage understudy role in the upcoming Broadway production of “Dead Outlaw.” The role involves covering multiple characters and showcasing a wide vocal range and exceptional harmonizing skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as an understudy for the role of Andy Payne, a character from the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma navigating a journey in the 1920s.
• Cover additional roles, including Luke Johnson, Coroner Johnson, Dwain Esper, and other morally complex characters spanning 1880 to 1976.
• Perform with versatility and adaptability in scenes set across different time periods and locations.
• Sing in all styles with a strong ability to harmonize, showcasing a wide vocal range.

Requirements:

• Male-presenting actors, aged 20s to early 40s.
• Must be Indigenous American.
• Strong singing ability with a versatile vocal range.
• Comfortable portraying a variety of characters with complex moralities and backgrounds.

Compensation:

• Competitive Broadway rates for understudy roles.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile production with a professional creative team.

Casting Call for White Couple in Political Strategy B-Roll

Job Description:
Seeking a white couple to portray a husband and wife for a political strategy group’s stock b-roll. This non-speaking role offers an opportunity to appear in featured scenes for professional political spots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent a white couple in non-speaking scenes for a political strategy project.
• Perform natural and authentic couple interactions on camera.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver high-quality and relatable footage.

Requirements:

• Husband: White male, aged 50-70.
• Wife: White female, aged 50-70.
• Must be comfortable working on set for up to 10 hours indoors.

Compensation:

• $150 flat for the day (10-hour maximum).
• Featured non-speaking role in a professional production.

Casting Call for Black or Biracial Couple in Political Strategy B-Roll

Job Description:
Seeking a Black or biracial couple to portray a husband and wife for a political strategy group’s stock b-roll. This non-speaking role involves participating in featured scenes for professional political spots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent a Black or biracial couple in non-speaking scenes for a political strategy project.
• Perform natural and relatable couple interactions on camera.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture high-quality and authentic footage.

Requirements:

• Husband: Black or biracial male, aged 50-70.
• Wife: Black or biracial female, aged 50-60.
• Must be available for a full 10-hour indoor shoot.

Compensation:

• $150 flat for the day (10-hour maximum).
• Featured non-speaking role in a professional production.

Casting Call for Black or Biracial Family in Political Strategy B-Roll

Job Description:
Seeking a Black or biracial family to portray a family for a political strategy group’s stock b-roll. This is a non-speaking role, offering an opportunity to appear in featured scenes for political spots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent a Black or biracial family in non-speaking scenes for a political strategy project.
• Perform family-oriented activities on camera to create authentic and relatable footage.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver high-quality visuals.

Requirements:

• Dad: Black or biracial male, aged 30-40.
• Mom: Black or biracial female, aged 30-40.
• Kids: Black or biracial children, ideally between the ages of 5-10.
• Must be comfortable working on set for up to 10 hours indoors.

Compensation:

• $150 flat for the day (10-hour maximum).
• Featured non-speaking role in a professional production.

Casting Call for White Family in Political Strategy B-Roll

Job Description:
Seeking a white family to portray a family for a political strategy group’s stock b-roll. This non-speaking role involves participating in featured scenes for professional political spots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent a white family in non-speaking scenes for a political strategy project.
• Perform various family-oriented activities on camera to create authentic footage.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to deliver high-quality shots.

Requirements:

• Dad: White male, aged 30-40.
• Mom: White female, aged 30-40.
• Kids: White children, ideally between the ages of 5-10.
• Must be available for a full 10-hour indoor shoot.

Compensation:

• $150 flat for the day (10-hour maximum).
• Featured non-speaking role in a professional production.

Casting Call for Hispanic Family in Political Strategy B-Roll

Job Description:
Seeking Hispanic family members to portray a family for a political strategy group’s stock b-roll. This is a non-speaking role, offering an opportunity to appear in featured shots for professional political spots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent a Hispanic family in non-speaking scenes for a political strategy project.
• Participate in various scenes portraying authentic family interactions.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture high-quality footage.

Requirements:

• Dad: Hispanic male, aged 30-40.
• Mom: Hispanic female, aged 30-40.
• Kids: Hispanic children, ideally between the ages of 5-10.
• Must be comfortable working on set for up to 10 hours indoors.

Compensation:

• $150 flat for the day (10-hour maximum).
• Featured non-speaking role in a professional production.

Casting Call for Real Butcher for “Dexter: Resurrection”

Job Description:
Seeking a skilled real butcher to join the cast of the highly anticipated project “Dexter: Resurrection.” This role requires authentic butchering experience to bring realism and credibility to the production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform authentic butchering tasks on camera with precision and expertise.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure scenes are realistic and visually engaging.
• Contribute to the overall atmosphere and authenticity of the project.

Requirements:

• Must have real, hands-on butchering experience.
• Comfortable working on camera in a professional production environment.
• Ability to follow directions and collaborate effectively with the team.

Compensation:

• $226 for 8 hours, with overtime paid for work exceeding 8 hours.
• Opportunity to be part of a renowned series with a professional production team.