Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Mitchell Grace – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a male actor for the role of Mitchell Grace in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The role will require portraying a conservative, business-type character. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Mitchell Grace, a clean-cut, conservative, businessman type, in various scripted scenes.
• Participate in scenes depicting stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow the direction of the production team to deliver an accurate portrayal of the character.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 40-60 (mid to late 40s-50s)
• Build: Thin, lean
• Hair: Brown to salt & pepper or graying short hair
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes that depict violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Erika/Young Erika – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a female actor for the role of Erika/Young Erika in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character is part of a hot tub scene, so the actress must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Erika/Young Erika in various scenes, including a hot tub scene.
• Act out scripted violent scenarios for a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate portrayal of the character and smooth execution of the scenes.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 19-26 (early 20s)
• Height: 4’11” – 5’2″
• Build: Slim, thin, tanned, with short, dark curly hair.
• Must be comfortable in a swimsuit for scenes set in a hot tub.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes that depict violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Crew Call for Upcoming Production – East Suffolk

Job Description: Screen Suffolk is seeking experienced and entry-level crew members for an upcoming production shooting in East Suffolk. The production will run for 4 weeks, with a 5-day workweek. We are looking for talented individuals to fill a variety of crew roles, from camera assistants to grips and lighting trainees. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a professional set in a variety of key positions.

Available Roles & Compensation:

• 1st Assistant Camera: £900 per week
• 2nd Assistant Camera: £725 per week
• Camera Trainee: £650 per week
• Script Supervisor: £1250 per week
• DIT (Digital Imaging Technician): £900 per week
• Grip: £1250 per week
• Spark (Lighting Technician): £900 per week
• Lighting Trainee: £650 per week
• 2nd Assistant Director: £900 per week
• 3rd Assistant Director: £725 per week
• 2nd Assistant Sound: £725 per week

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and execution of film production in your respective role.
• Work closely with the department heads and crew to ensure smooth operations on set.
• Follow directions from the production team and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be available for a 5-day workweek throughout the 4-week production period.

Requirements:

• Must have relevant experience or training for the position applied for.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in East Suffolk.
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Details:

• Weekly rates for each role are specified above.

Casting Call for Hand Double – Feature Film (Pomona, CA)

Job Description: Alessi Hartigan Casting is seeking a Caucasian male or female hand double for an upcoming feature film shooting in Pomona, CA. The selected individual will need to match the provided image of the hand, ensuring continuity in the film’s close-up shots. This is a SAG-AFTRA project, and union members are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a hand double for specific scenes in the feature film, ensuring your hand matches the provided image.
• Follow on-set instructions to perform tasks with your hands, such as holding objects, gestures, or movements, as directed by the production team.
• Work collaboratively with the crew to capture accurate close-ups for the film.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male or Female
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Age: 18 and up
• Must have hands that closely match the provided reference image (a photo will be supplied upon submission).
• Must be a SAG-AFTRA member (union project).
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Pomona, CA.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG-AFTRA rate of $253 for 8 hours.

Casting Call for Biker Bar Patron – “Runarounds” (Wilmington, NC)

Job Description: Kimmie Stewart Casting is seeking background actors to portray Biker Bar Patrons for the production Runarounds, filming in Wilmington, NC. This is a non-speaking background role that requires individuals with a rough and tough vibe to portray bar patrons in a biker bar setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as a biker bar patron in various scenes set in a bar environment.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth scene execution.
• Bring an authentic, rugged presence to the role, enhancing the atmosphere of the biker bar.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders.
• Age: 21 and up.
• Ethnicity: Open to all races.
• Must have a “rough and tough” vibe suitable for a biker bar setting.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $110/day.
• Meals will be provided on set.

Casting Call for Biker with Vehicle – “Runarounds” (Wilmington, NC)

Job Description: Kimmie Stewart Casting is seeking bikers with their own vehicles for background roles in the production Runarounds, filming in Wilmington, NC. This role requires you to bring your vehicle to set, and it will be featured in the scenes. We are looking for individuals with older trucks or cars (no red or white vehicles) who are available to commit to multiple days of filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as a biker in scenes that require vehicles to be featured and parked on set.
• Bring your vehicle to set for use in filming scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure the vehicle and biker role are portrayed accurately in the scene.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders.
• Age: 21 and up.
• Ethnicity: Open to all races.
• Must own a vehicle (preferably an older truck or car, no red or white vehicles) and be able to provide a photo of the vehicle with your submission.
• Must be available to work all scheduled days.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $110/day + $25 bump each day for your vehicle.
• Meals will be provided on set.

Casting Call for Biker with Own Motorcycle – “Runarounds” (Wilmington, NC)

Job Description: Kimmie Stewart Casting is seeking bikers with their own motorcycles for background roles in the production Runarounds, filming in Wilmington, NC. This is a great opportunity for individuals who own a motorcycle and are interested in being part of an exciting shoot. Actors must commit to multiple days of filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as a biker in scenes that require motorcycles to be featured and parked on set.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth and effective scene execution.
• Bring your motorcycle to set each day for filming and participate in the scenes as required.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders.
• Age: 21 and up.
• Ethnicity: Open to all races.
• Must own a motorcycle and be able to provide a photo of the motorcycle with your submission.
• Must be available to work all scheduled days.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $110/day + $25 bump each day for your motorcycle.
• Meals will be provided on set.

Casting Call for Marathon Runner – Indie Film “Beyond Belief”

Job Description: 4 Star Casting is seeking male and female actors of all ethnicities, aged 18-65, to portray Marathon Runners in the indie film Beyond Belief. The shoot will take place in a suburb of Chicago, and the role will involve scenes of running and physical activity. This is an excellent opportunity for actors with an active lifestyle who are comfortable running on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a marathon runner in various scenes, which will involve running and physical movement.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure a smooth and accurate portrayal of the role.
• Participate in physically active scenes for the film.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male or Female
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities
• Age Range: 18-65 years old
• Must be physically capable of running for multiple takes during filming.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Chicago suburbs.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $112 for 8 hours + $25 running bump.
• State minimum wage of $14 per hour applies for any additional time worked.

Casting Call for Patient Role – Commercial for Local Medical Provider

Job Description: Brower Casting is seeking a white female actor for the role of Patient 1 in a commercial for a local medical provider. The shoot will take place in Columbia, SC. This is a great opportunity for an actor in the 50s-60s age range to portray a patient in a professional healthcare setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a patient in a medical facility setting for a commercial shoot.
• Follow directions from the production team to ensure a realistic and authentic portrayal of the role.
• Be available for a full day’s work during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 50s-60s
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Columbia, SC.
• Previous acting experience is not required but is a plus.

Compensation Details:

• Day Rate: $300 flat for the shoot.

Casting Call for Extras – Feature Film (Austin, TX)

Job Description: Brock Allen Casting is seeking background extras for a new feature film being shot in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. We are looking for individuals of all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds to fill a variety of roles throughout the filming period. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional production and gain experience in the film industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray background characters in various scenes, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the film.
• Follow the direction of the production team and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be punctual and available for full days on set, as required by the shoot schedule.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities
• Age: Must be 18 years or older
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX or surrounding areas.
• No prior acting experience is required, but a positive attitude and ability to follow directions are essential.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates.