Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A NYC event team is seeking unique recording artists to be considered for an upcoming #GoldenPaws event, plus a co-host/announcer to help read nominees alongside the host in a Midtown NYC studio. Talent should be professional, reliable, and comfortable performing or speaking on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Recording Artists

  • Submit music/performance materials for consideration.

  • Be prepared to perform live (or as directed) if selected.

  • Collaborate professionally with the event team on set times, cues, and production needs.

• Co-Host / Announcer

  • Read nominee names clearly and confidently alongside the host.

  • Participate in a studio recording session in Midtown NYC.

  • Follow direction for pacing, tone, and delivery.

Requirements

• Recording Artists

  • Must be a recording artist with a unique sound/style (pop, singer, cover band, dance artist, etc. encouraged).

  • Must be able to work in New York City, NY.

• Co-Host / Announcer

  • Strong speaking voice and on-camera comfort.

  • Professional, punctual, and able to follow direction.

  • Must be able to work in Midtown Manhattan, NYC.

Compensation Details

Compensation details were not provided. (Confirm pay, if any, when submitting.)

Job Description

A fashion brand is casting male and female models of all types for a paid photoshoot. Talent should have strong personal style and fashion-forward “swag” that aligns with the brand’s aesthetic. This is a short shoot intended to capture bold, editorial-style looks.

Job Responsibilities

• Model apparel for a fashion brand photoshoot.

• Bring strong personal style and confidence on camera.

• Follow creative direction from the production team during the shoot.

• Be available to work a short shoot day if selected.

Requirements

• Male and female models, all looks and body types encouraged.

• Must have a strong sense of style that fits a fashion-forward brand aesthetic.

• Must be local to or able to work in the Los Angeles area.

• Must be available for consideration across the shoot window (only one day will be booked).

Compensation Details

• $200 total

• Estimated time: 4–5 hours or less

Job Description

A shoe retailer campaign is casting a female breakdancer for a paid commercial shoot. Talent must be confident performing breakdance movement on camera and able to meet specific footwear sizing for wardrobe/product needs. Final content will be used across web, social, and in-store placements.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform breakdancing movement on camera for a shoe retailer campaign.

• Provide requested materials via DM (photos/videos demonstrating your breakdance skills, plus sizing + contact info).

• Be available to work a full-day shoot (up to the listed hours) if booked.

Requirements

• Female breakdancer (must have strong, camera-ready breakdance ability).

• Must be able to fit men’s shoe size 7 or 9.

• Must be local to, or able to work in, the NYC area.

• Must be responsive and able to provide accurate contact details for booking.

Compensation Details

• $1,000 / 12 hours

• Usage: 6 months, worldwide (web, social, and in-store)

Job Description

A shoe retailer campaign is casting couples and select talent for a paid social, in-store, and web project. Talent should be confident on camera, comfortable working as a real couple or duo, and willing to participate in a branded collaboration post for social media usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit requested materials (photos with your partner, shoe sizes, and contact details) for consideration.

• Participate in an on-camera shoot for a shoe retailer campaign (web, in-store, and social usage).

• Post a collaboration (“collab post”) on social media if booked.

Requirements

• Must be part of one of the following casting categories:

  • Black & Hispanic couples

  • One LGBTQ+ WLW (women-loving-women), Black and/or Hispanic

• Must have a large social media following (influencer-level reach preferred).

• Must be able to fit one of the following shoe sizes:

  • Men’s: 10.5 or 11.5

  • Women’s: 7 or 8

• Must be able to provide photos of you and your partner together and reliable contact information for booking.

Compensation Details

• $1,000 per person (each).

• Usage: 6 months, worldwide web, in-store, and social.

Job Description

Seatfillers and More is seeking seatfillers to attend a major awards show event for the Movies for Grownups Awards. This opportunity allows selected participants to be part of a high-profile awards ceremony attended by A-list celebrities. Seatfillers help ensure the audience appears full during live segments of the show.

This is a volunteer opportunity that includes free admission to the event.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a seatfiller during the awards ceremony.

• Be prepared to move quickly and quietly to assigned seats as directed by staff.

• Maintain professional behavior and formal appearance throughout the event.

• Stand for periods of time and walk up and down stairs without assistance.

Requirements

• Must be 30 years or older.

• Must be able to follow directions from event staff.

• Must wear formal attire (gown or suit and tie; dark colors only; no hats; not flashy or revealing).

• Must be physically able to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Each person may submit for themselves and one additional guest only.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid / Volunteer role

• Compensation includes free admission to the awards show experience.

• Travel and related expenses are the responsibility of the participant.

Job Description

Seeking talent in the Knoxville, Tennessee area for a non-union true crime recreation series for network television. Multiple roles are available, including law enforcement, CSI, art gallery extras, and an orderly. Talent should be comfortable portraying realistic, grounded characters in a true crime reenactment style.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character roles authentically in a true crime recreation series.

• Follow direction from the director and on-set production team.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready for wardrobe/character requirements (clean-cut looks for select roles).

• Provide current photos and accurate sizing/location details for casting.

• For select roles, safely handle production props as directed by the crew.

Requirements

• Must be local to the Knoxville, TN area.

• Non-union.

• Must be comfortable portraying realistic law enforcement and true crime recreation scenes.

• For certain roles: physically fit, clean-cut appearance, and comfortable handling a prop weapon (as directed by production).

Roles Available:

• Sarasota Police Officer / Gallery Extra: physically fit male, clean cut, comfortable handling prop weapon.

• Detective 1: male, late 30s–40s, clean cut, comfortable portraying law enforcement.

• CSI 1 and 2: male, physically fit, clean cut.

• Art Gallery Extras: males and females, 40s+.

• Orderly: male, 30–50, scene involves giving medicine to an inmate.

Compensation Details

• Sarasota Police Officer / Gallery Extra: $100/day

• Detective 1: $100/day

• CSI 1 and 2: $75/day

• Art Gallery Extras: $75/day

• Orderly: $75/day

Job Description

Seeking individuals with real golf experience for an upcoming non-union commercial for a golf apparel company. This project is looking for authentic golfers of all ages and backgrounds who can confidently swing a golf club on camera. Talent will portray everyday golfers in a polished, commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera as a golfer for a commercial shoot.

• Demonstrate a believable golf swing (beginner to advanced).

• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.

• Participate in wardrobe fitting if selected.

Requirements

• Must have real golf experience (beginner, intermediate, or advanced).

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial environment.

• Ability to fit into standard golf apparel sizing preferred (flexibility available).

Roles Being Cast:

• Gen Z Golf Players (all genders, ages 16–25)

• Millennial Men & Women Golf Players (ages 30–45)

• Male Retiree Golf Players (ages 60s–70s)

• Youth Golf Players (all genders, ages 4+, kids/pre-teens who can convincingly swing a club)

• Scotsman Golf Player (male, 30s–50s, rugged look, expressive face, silent comedic ability; red hair preferred but not required)

Compensation Details

• $500 + 15% agency fee (session)

• $500 + 15% agency fee (usage: Connected TV, Tradeshow, Web, Social)

• Total: $1,000 + 15% agency fee per on-camera principal

• Broadcast usage, if added, will be negotiated separately at an additional rate.

Job Description

Seeking talent for a network television series (non-union / true crime recreation) filming in the Knoxville, TN area. Production is casting a Brother role for a scene involving an aggressive argument at a club. Talent should resemble the provided reference photo (body type and hair).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Brother” in a true crime recreation scene for network television.

• Perform an on-camera club argument scene with an “aggressive” tone (acting only).

• Follow direction from the production team on set.

• Be available at the required call time if selected.

Requirements

• Role: Brother

• Gender/Age: Black male, late 20s–30s

• Must resemble provided photo (body type and hair).

• Must be comfortable portraying an “aggressive” argument scene at a club.

• Likely needed: Monday, January 5, 2026 around 5 PM

Compensation Details

• $150/day + hotel

Job Description

A social media campaign for Academy Sports is casting real high school baseball teammates for background roles. Production is looking for male baseball players who can authentically play at a high skill level and show natural excitement on camera. This is a non-union opportunity filming in the Austin, Texas area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent portraying real high school baseball teammates.

• Perform baseball actions naturally (including playing and hitting) at a high skill level.

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming.

• Provide accurate submission details and team information as requested.

Requirements

• Male, ages 15–19.

• Must be real high school baseball teammates (teams encouraged to submit together).

• Must be able to play baseball and hit at a high skill level.

• Must be able to show excitement naturally on camera.

• Must work local to Austin, Texas (no travel provided).

• Non-union.

Compensation Details

• $250/day per player.

• Project type: Social media campaign (runs approximately two weeks).

• Production company: The Bear.

Job Description

A social media campaign for Academy Sports is seeking men and women who are part of running groups or run clubs for principal roles. Production is looking for runners of all ethnicities and various body types who can run confidently on camera and look like they’re genuinely enjoying the experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a social media campaign as a principal runner.

• Run naturally and confidently with a group, maintaining an upbeat, authentic vibe.

• Follow on-set direction from the director and production team.

• Provide requested submission materials and be responsive during the casting process.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–40.

• All ethnicities and body types encouraged to apply.

• Preferably active in a running group or club.

• Must be able to run comfortably on camera and appear natural/joyful while doing so.

• Must work local to Austin, Texas (no travel provided).

• Non-union.

Compensation Details

• $400/day per runner.

• Project type: Social media campaign (runs approximately two weeks).

• Production company: The Bear.