Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Late Late Show with James Corden’ Speaking Role Casting Call

SUBMISSION REQUEST U5 (SAG/AFTRA) for Late Late Show with James Corden- Must be a Booked Talent client to be considered.

PLEASE SEND THESE ASAP — BEFORE 12 NOON TOMORROW 8/23 — BUT REMEMBER SOONER IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN LATER. I WILL BE SUBMITTING UNTIL 11PM TONIGHT 8/22–SO GET THEM IN ASAP PLEASE.

Everyone of all ethnicities and ages are welcome to submit.

All avail and good standing SAG members 

Please send auditions saying the following lines:

In a southern accent: I’m fixing to go to a potluck, if any of y’all want to come along!

In a regular American accent: I’m going to a potluck later if any of you want to join!

Covid testing: Wednesday August 24th
Works: Thursday. August 25th
Whoever is cast must declare their vaccination status with CBS.

There is a $125 stipend for testing, and this will be SAG AFTRA U5 $624.

This would be unmasked in our studio, but following all COVID distancing protocols.

SAG Commercial Casting Call for Talent w/ Disabilities

Children Extras – ages 9-12 yrs old who have special needs or disabilities. They want all shapes, sizes, and ethnicities.

The rate is $427.50/8 and it is working on August 26th in Atlanta.

They do not have to be actors!!

Lead Actor Photo Double – Need to be available to fly to Boston on August 29th and fly back to Atlanta on September 1st.

On Sunday, August 28th, they need her to come by the set so the makeup artists can braid her hair exactly how they braid the lead actors.

Her rate is $469.90/8.

Travel costs will be covered by production. Needs to match her sizes.

Height: 5’1/2″
Weight: 118 lbs
Chest Size: 34A
Shirt: 4-6/ Xtra Small
Waist: 27 inches
Hip: 35 3/4 inches
Inseam: 29 1/2 inches
Pant Size: 27
Dress Size: 0-2
Shoe Size: 7-7.5

VH1’s ‘Black Ink Crew’ Open Casting Call

Black Ink isn’t a brand, it’s a Lifestyle – so Only the BEST and BOLDEST can help carry on the legacy! 

Do you have the talent and personality to claim a spot at BLACK INK? Are you the baddest tattoo artist in your town and are more than ready to conquer New York City? 

If you are super talented tattoo artist (or apprenteice) with a big personality and swag that can’t be matched, we want to hear from you ASAP!

We’re also open to hearing from microbladers, piercers and other artists in the permanent beauty space.

Major TV Series Casting French Nationals

Calling all French nationals who are interested in being part of a MAJOR TV series!

We are working with production to cast many roles for a huge TV series and we were wondering if you can help us?!

ESPECIALLY LOOKING FOR :

A Jacques Chirac looking individual

French national’s with medical experience eg. Paramedic, nurse, doctor

This is a fantastic opportunity with excellent rate of pay.

Storm of Suspicion’ Ep. 411 Casting Call

Filming in the Knoxville, TN area this week- August 25-26. This is a non-union, true-crime recreation series with no scripted audio.

Firefighters 1-2: Any adult late 20’s-early 40’s. Must be in good physical condition/fit. Likely needed Thursday around 5:15pm. Paid, day rate only.

Detective #2- White male, full head of brown hair. Should be in decent physical condition/fit. Clean shaven. Should own clean, well-fitted professional wardrobe. Likely needed Thursday around 12pm and Friday around 1:45pm. Paid + hotel

CSI– Female, 30’s-early 40’s. Fit/muscular/good physical condition. Likely needed Thursday around 4:30pm. Paid, day rate only.

Bar Extra– Male, muscular or football player body type. Should be ok with bar scene, drinking alcohol. Likely needed Friday around 3pm. Paid, day rate only.

Ad Council PSA Open Casting Call

We’re casting an important PSA for Ad Council shooting in Atlanta, directed by award-winning filmmaker Haya Waseem and produced by Object+Animal. We are looking to cast real people and actors open to portraying the experiences of young adults on mental health journeys.

We are looking for actors to play a FAMILY. Real families is a plus. You do not need to have acting experience as the director is interested in working with real people for the roles. You can find more information about the project here https://www.dropbox.com/…/f1zuki…/AAD1aLkYzUSAyp9ZFgIyO4j8a…

Anyone cast as a principal performer will be paid $1,000 for the shoot per shoot day and usage (+20% if with an agency). Extras will be paid $250 (+20% if with an agency).

The shoot will be either August 30th or the 31st (12 hrs) in Atlanta. Rate and usage details below.

There will be no callback, talent will be booked directly from self tapes.

Submissions are due ASAP or by Thursday August 25th at 2pm EST.

PROJECT DETAILS:

Project: “We Can Talk About It” PSA
Sag Status: Non Union
Production Company: Object+Animal
Director: Haya Waseem
Shoot Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Shoot Date: August 30th or 31st (up to 12hrs per day/talent will only be shooting one of the two days but should hold both)
Fitting: Date TBD. $75 + 20%
Rate / You will be paid:
PRINCIPALS:
Session Fee + Usage Fee (Guaranteed): $1,000 for a 12 hour work day* (+20% if with agency)
EXTRAS:
Session Fee + Usage Fee (Guaranteed): $250 for a 12 hour work day* (+20% if with agency)
Fitting: $75 + 20%
Covid Testing Stipend: $100 + 20%

Usage:
For all versions/edits/stills/behind the scenes:
Media: All forms of Media.
Territory: North America, except as to usage via the internet and digital which is
global.
Term: 1 year from first airdate
Option1: Additional 1 year for the same terms +10% = $1,100 + 20%
Option 2: Additional 2nd year for the same terms +10% = $1,210 + 20%
Exclusivity: None
**For extras only all media in perpetuity

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

• YOUNG PERSON – late teens-20s, any gender or ethnicity
• PARENT – late 40’s, any gender or ethnicity

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Casting Call for Kid Actors

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!

Searching for CAUCASIAN MEN, to PLAY THE ADULT CHILDREN OF AN ACTOR in a medical scene (30’s), ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 30TH. This will require a Covid test on Monday, August 29th (takes about one hour). There also might be a wardrobe fitting TBD. These are non-speaking roles.

The director wants to hold a ZOOM INTERVIEW with extras to choose who he wants to cast as there are some reactions required. The Zoom interview will be Wed., August 23rd, time TBD.

Let us know the last time you have worked on Chicago Fire, or scheduled to work, if you have worked.

Let us know if you have acting experience.

Send in ASAP!

Day of the Dead Event Casting Call for Models

OPEN CASTING CALL

Looking for 2-males and 2-females who have their own wardrobe and makeup for a “Day of the Dead” celebration!

Venue:
JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort and Spa
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85745
Arizona Ballroom

Age range is pretty open, but they would prefer 30-50 year old’s.

This is for a company event at Starr Pass on September 20th from 5pm to 7pm.

Pay is $200.00 for the event on a straight buyout.

(From the Director) “We’ll start in the ballroom (they can meet us there), and they’ll be part of the closing session. We’re still working out the script, but around 5:45pm, our speaker closes out the conference and officially kicks off the party.
We’ll have them go on stage, and present the speaker with their Day of the Dead mask and then help lead the attendees onto the outdoor Terrace where the party will be held.
From about 6pm – 7pm, we’ll use them for “atmosphere.” The closing General Session is being recorded, but if it has legs, it may be used as a post conference stream for those who couldn’t attend (this would be an internal audience only.)
Guests may post pics from the reception on their personal social media accounts.”

Production company is “Ignition Event Group”. Their client is “TRANE-HVAC”

NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’ Beach Scene Extras Casting Call

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border states to IL.

Casting Alert! We are casting a FUN BEACH SCENE, on Wed., August 31st. There will be a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Monday, August 29th. You also need to be available to work on Sept 1st in case it rains. You must be available both days.

Let us know if you can do the following:

• JOGGERS
• BICYLES
• ROLLER BLADES

Since this is a beach scenes we will have extras in shorts, tank tops, maybe a swim top, etc. Let us know if you are okay with this.

To apply send a recent color photograph with your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes. Current hair color/cut/style, and men current facial hair.

The Moving Picture Company (MPC) is a global creative studio with a single goal: to create experiences that move people. With decades of storytelling experience, we are perpetually pushing the limits of what is technologically and artistically possible to tell visually stunning stories.

MPC continues to lead in an ever-evolving industry, building authentic and long-lasting connections with audiences across all channels.

Job Description

Executive Producers oversee the Delivery teams: the VFX Producers and VFX Supervisors assigned to the delivery of shows, accountable for all aspects of planning and execution of project delivery and financial success.

They are a senior commercial representative for MPC, forging strong client relationships and speaking for the company in critical negotiations. They are a point of escalation during deliveries, and key contributor during the bidding and award of new projects.

As well as these relationships, the EPs work extensively with the Senior Management teams and Global leadership team to achieve the business objectives and manage the company.

The EPs collaborate as a global group to ensure that the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for all aspects of Producing are upheld and continually improved.

All EPs report directly to the Global MD but may report operationally to Senior Management in their location.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities Include:

(The following is a list of responsibilities which are central to all EPs. Individual EPs may have separate key objectives and duties, depending on their location, strengths and position within the company)

• Liaise and negotiate on major changes in award scope, value and schedule
• Regular calls with all clients to ensure continuity and transparency of Producer reporting, and that high delivery service is maintained
• Meets with VFX Producers & Supervisors weekly to monitor project financials
• Accountable for quota & schedule achievement, ensuring schedules are competently planned and executed
• Attends weekly Delivery Management meetings to collaborate with Senior Management Team on delivery statuses and undertake actions where necessary
• Briefs Producers weekly, cascading relevant information to Producers at all times
• As key member of Senior Management Team
• Provide constant training, feedback and mentorship to all Producers and is a role model for all Production
• Ensures a healthy and productive work environment and duty of care for all employees

Key Skills

Client facing – it is essential to be confident, clear and calm with all clients. The faculties to steer conversations to a constructive outcome, maintaining diplomacy and professionalism, whilst creating a pleasant, warm and productive working relationship are critical

• Communication skills – ability to lead a team, manage diverse personalities and viewpoints; the ability to build relationships and collaborate with others
• Scheduling – there should be a proven ability to schedule work of a complex nature, especially within the VFX space, with a thorough understanding of quota-based tracking and forecasting
• Adaptability – the will to shift gears mentally and deal with both ambiguity and fluidity, whilst supporting and leading others through the same
• Finance – understanding Profit and Loss, budgeting, analysing bids vs. actuals and spend vs. Completion.

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