Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Female Actor to Play Food Truck Nurse in Commercial

A new medical commercial is casting a cheerful and relatable female actor to portray a nurse on her lunch break at a food truck. This role calls for someone with a warm personality and a genuine smile who can bring an uplifting energy to the screen. This is a non-union, local hire role filming in New Orleans.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nurse on a lunch break at a food truck setting
• Exhibit a friendly, upbeat, and approachable demeanor
• Follow direction from the commercial’s production team
• Participate in a required in-person wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–50
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must have a cheerful, sunny personality with a natural on-camera presence
• Local to New Orleans only (no travel or lodging covered)

Compensation

• $200 session rate
• $450 usage fee
• Paid in-person fitting required before the shoot

Casting Call for Kids Ages 5–12 for Youth Talent Division

A new youth division is launching and actively seeking talented kids with big energy and vibrant personalities to be part of upcoming opportunities in commercials, media projects, and more. If your child lights up in front of the camera, this is the perfect entry into the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in auditions, promotional shoots, or kid-friendly projects
• Follow simple direction with enthusiasm and confidence
• Bring energy, charm, and authenticity to every performance
• Represent the youth division in potential brand or media campaigns

Requirements

• Ages 5–12
• All ethnicities and gender identities welcome
• No prior acting or modeling experience required
• Must be outgoing, expressive, and comfortable on camera

Compensation

• Paid opportunities based on project
• Representation within a developing youth talent network

Casting Call for Featured Female Role in New Series

A new television series is seeking a featured Caucasian female actor for an upcoming episode. This role requires someone with a strong on-camera presence, ideally with prior performing experience. The scene will be shot in a featured capacity, offering excellent screen time for the selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured friend in a scripted scene
• Take direction from the director and stay in character during filming
• Collaborate with the production team to bring authenticity to the role
• Arrive on time and be fully prepared with wardrobe details submitted

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 20–30
• Blonde or light brown hair preferred
• Previous performing experience is a plus
• Must submit 2 clear recent photos, full clothing sizes, and contact information

Compensation

• Paid featured background role (rate disclosed upon booking)
• Great exposure and potential for recurring appearances

Casting Call for Babies in Pharmaceutical Commercial

A national pharmaceutical ad is seeking babies who appear to be around 6 months old for an upcoming shoot. This is a one-day commercial project with excellent pay, and parents will also be compensated for being on set. The production is looking for natural, happy babies and open to all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot alongside a parent or guardian
• Appear in camera-friendly, calm, and natural baby interactions
• Work with a professional crew in a child-safe, supportive environment

Requirements

• Baby must look approximately 6 months old (boy or girl)
• Light hair preferred, but all looks and ethnicities welcome
• Must be comfortable on set with a parent present
• Available for both fitting and shoot on the same day

Compensation

• $750 for baby (includes usage)
• Additional $750 for parent/guardian on set
• One-day shoot, local hire only

Casting Call for Stand-In Role for Feature Comedy

A high-profile comedy project is seeking a stand-in to work on set during key scenes. The selected individual will serve as a stand-in for a lead actor, assisting production with lighting and blocking prior to performance takes. This is a great opportunity for someone with on-set experience and professional presence looking to build their resume on a fast-moving, star-led shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a lead actor during pre-shoot setup
• Maintain availability on set from call time until release
• Remain professional and follow all direction from the production team
• Likely to be on stage the entire time during stand-in prep work

Requirements

• Must be 5’8” to 5’10” with similar skin tone and hair color to Kumail Nanjiani
• Must have previous stand-in experience
• Must be available both shoot days with flexible availability
• Submit 2–3 current photos (including headshot and full body)
• Include height, stand-in experience, and hair/facial hair details

Compensation

• $170 per day
• Paid through quick payroll setup
• Parking provided

Casting Call for Multilingual Male and Female Actors (Ages 20–25)

A new advertisement is seeking fresh talent fluent in regional Indian languages to appear in an upcoming commercial campaign. This is a great opportunity for young actors to gain exposure while representing culturally rooted content. The project is focused on authentic representation, and fluency in the specified languages is essential for casting consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Act in a commercial advertisement with dialogue delivery in native language
• Follow the director’s instructions and perform naturally on camera
• Represent the essence of regional culture with clarity and emotion
• Participate in any rehearsals or production meetings as required

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 20–25
• Must be fluent in at least one of the following language sets:
  • Marathi and Hindi
  • Bengali
  • Tamil and Kannada (both required)
• Must be expressive, camera-ready, and confident in front of the lens

Compensation

• Paid commercial work (rate shared upon selection)
• Great visibility for emerging talent in the advertising industry

Casting Call for Commercial Shoot Featuring Real Families

A family-friendly commercial production is seeking real families or individual talent to portray parents and kids in a playful, summer-themed video shoot. The campaign will feature inflatable pools and children’s toys, with scenes shot in a backyard and pool setting. This low-stress shoot is all about natural interactions and vibrant visuals—no dialogue required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a lifestyle commercial shoot focused on family fun
• Engage in natural play and pool activities on camera
• Follow direction while keeping energy light and authentic
• Appear in swimwear and be comfortable in water-based scenes

Requirements

• Parents: Ages 30–45, all ethnicities, must be comfortable in swimwear and in a pool
• Kids: Ages 6–12, all ethnicities, must be comfortable in swimwear and in a pool
• Real families preferred but individual applicants also welcome
• Must be based in Florida (travel negotiable if not local to Vero Beach)

Compensation

• $500 for one 8-hour shoot day per person
• $350 each for two consecutive 6-hour days per person
• Travel may be negotiated for non-local Florida

Casting Call for Male Inmates for TV Series

A hit television series is casting male background actors to portray inmates in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for fresh faces or returning talent who haven’t worked on the show recently. If you’re looking to gain experience on a popular production and can commit to a full shoot day, this could be your shot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background inmate in a correctional facility setting
• Follow direction from the on-set team and maintain character in scene
• Arrive on time and be prepared for a 10–12 hour filming day
• Participate in wardrobe fittings if required

Requirements

• Male, 18 years or older
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must not have previously appeared on the show as a cop, KPD, or CSI
• Must be fully available for the entire shoot day
• Must submit a clear, full-body photo (no selfies, hats, or sunglasses)

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours of work
• Non-union background role
• Fun giveaways and set perks available

Casting Call for Chinese Male Fluent in Mandarin

A major YouTube video production is seeking a Chinese male who can speak fluent Mandarin for a short on-camera appearance. This is a quick, paid opportunity ideal for anyone with a flexible schedule looking to participate in digital media. The shoot will only take 30 minutes to an hour and will be conducted in a relaxed, professional environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short-form video for branded YouTube content
• Speak clearly and confidently in Mandarin on camera
• Be available during a 3-hour window for scheduling flexibility

Requirements

• Must be a Chinese male
• Fluent in Mandarin
• Comfortable on camera with natural delivery
• Available for 30–60 minutes of filming
• Must provide name, age, height, phone number, Instagram (if applicable), availability, and photos

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Fast shoot with minimal time commitment

Casting Call for Jewelry Campaign Featuring Pierced Talent

A stylish new jewelry campaign is seeking bold and expressive talent with multiple facial piercings to showcase unique accessories. This creative shoot is centered around individuality and self-expression, highlighting earrings, nose rings, eyebrow jewelry, and more. If you love showing off your piercings and have a standout look, this is your moment to shine.

Job Responsibilities

• Model a range of jewelry pieces for a branded photoshoot
• Show comfort and confidence on camera
• Embrace and highlight your piercings as part of your look
• Work closely with the creative team to bring the brand’s vision to life

Requirements

• Ages 18–30
• All genders and ethnicities welcome
• Must have multiple facial piercings (ears, nose, eyebrows)
• Nose piercings are strongly preferred
• Comfortable being featured in close-up photography

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rates disclosed upon selection)
• Great exposure for models and creatives in fashion and advertising