Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Experienced Football Player for Film Project

Job Description: We are casting for experienced football players to participate in a film project shooting in Los Angeles. This opportunity is for individuals who meet specific physical criteria and are available for filming on July 17th and 18th. Applicants must be SAG members.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an experienced football player in various scenes.
• Perform football-related activities and stunts as directed by the production team.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and athleticism on set.
• Follow the directions of the director and stunt coordinator to ensure safety and authenticity in all scenes.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 18 to 35 years old.
• Must be a SAG member.
• Local to Los Angeles and available on July 17th and 18th.
• Height between 6’2″ and 6’5″.
• Weight between 200 and 225 pounds.
• Previous football playing experience is required.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding activities and stunts.
• Must submit height, weight, shoe size, a current picture, and contact information.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay based on industry standards for SAG members.
• Meals and refreshments provided during filming.
• Potential for future opportunities based on performance and availability.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for a principal lead role in an upcoming independent short film titled “The Interview.” This is a low-budget project filming in Nashville, TN. The role involves portraying Mortelle, a complex character with a dynamic presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Mortelle, a multifaceted character who changes genders and races briefly during the film.
• Deliver lines with a wry sense of humor and odd hopefulness.
• Accurately depict Mortelle’s deep love for mankind while highlighting their flaws.
• Follow the direction of the film’s director to bring Mortelle’s character to life.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Male, White, aged 40 to 55 years old.
• Comfortable portraying a character with a deep sense of authority and a humorous, yet hopeful outlook.
• Ability to capture the complexity of a character tired of running the afterlife and seeking peace.
• Previous acting experience in speaking roles is preferred but not mandatory.
• Available for a 12-hour shoot day.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $125 for a 12-hour shoot day.
• Meals and refreshments provided on set.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal lead role in an upcoming independent short film titled “The Interview.” This is a low-budget project set in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking talented individuals for a principal speaking role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Mortelle Alter Ego #4 in “The Interview.”
• Bring the character to life through engaging and dynamic performance.
• Follow the direction of the film’s director and collaborate with the production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and film shoots as scheduled.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Nonbinary individuals aged 20 to 50 years old.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to embody the character of Mortelle, who changes genders and races briefly.
• Comfortable portraying a character with a wry sense of humor, odd hopefulness, and a deep love for mankind, while also pointing out their flaws.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be available for the entirety of the shoot schedule.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $125 for 12 hours.
• Meals and refreshments provided on set.
• Opportunity to work on an independent short film and gain valuable experience.

Principal Lead Talent – Mortelle Alter Ego #3

Job Description: We are casting for the independent short film “The Interview,” specifically seeking a principal lead talent for the role of Mortelle Alter Ego #3. This is a low-budget project, and the selected actor will portray a unique character with a complex personality in a brief sequence where Mortelle (The Devil) changes into different genders and races.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Mortelle Alter Ego #3 with depth and authenticity.
• Deliver lines with a wry sense of humor and odd hopefulness, embodying the character’s unique traits.
• Engage in scenes that showcase Mortelle’s zero tolerance for questioning authority and love for mankind.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 40 to 55 years old.
• East Asian, Pacific Islander, South Asian, or Southeast Asian descent.
• Ability to deliver a complex character with humor and depth.
• Comfortable with the thematic elements of the character and the film.
• Available for a 12-hour shoot.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $125 for a 12-hour shoot.
• Meals and refreshments provided during the shoot.

Principal Lead Talent for “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal speaking role of Mortelle Alter Ego #2 in the upcoming independent short film “The Interview.” This character is a key part of a brief sequence where Mortelle, portrayed as The Devil, transforms into different genders and races. Mortelle brings a unique blend of humor, authority, and a deep, if critical, love for humanity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Mortelle Alter Ego #2 with authenticity and depth.
• Deliver lines with a wry sense of humor and authority.
• Participate in scenes requiring transformation into different genders and races.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female actor, aged 20 to 30.
• White woman with blonde hair.
• Ability to convey a strong, authoritative presence with a touch of humor.
• Comfortable with the themes of the afterlife and embodying The Devil.
• Acting experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Available for the entire duration of the shoot.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $125 for a 12-hour shoot day.
• Meals and refreshments provided during the shoot.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Principal Speaking Roles:

[MORTELLE ALTER EGO #1]

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Mortelle Alter Ego #1 in a professional and convincing manner.
• Deliver lines with appropriate emotion and timing to bring the character to life.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to achieve the desired portrayal of the character.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 40-55 years old.
• Ethnicity: Filipino, Hispanic, Mediterranean, or Middle Eastern.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to embody the character’s unique traits and deliver lines with the intended humor and depth.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $125 for a 12-hour workday.
• Meals and refreshments provided on set.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal lead role in an independent short film titled “The Interview,” a dark comedy/drama. The storyline revolves around the Devil conducting a series of interviews to find a replacement, allowing her to take a much-needed vacation. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Eliza Wallace, a curious, polite, and kind woman.
• Deliver lines with authenticity and convey the character’s naturally inquisitive nature.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 20 to 60, of any ethnicity.
• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable self-drive distance (no transportation or accommodation provided).
• Previous acting experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to take direction well and adapt to the character’s needs.

Compensation Details:

• Rate for the role of Eliza Wallace: $200 for 12 hours per day.
• Meals and refreshments provided during the shoot.

Principal Lead Talent for “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for a principal lead role in an independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama revolves around the Devil conducting interviews to find a suitable replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The film will be shot in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking local talent or those within a reasonable self-drive distance.

Principal Speaking Role: Andrew Stanton

• Age: 25 to 50 years old
• Ethnicity: All ethnicities
• Description: A vindictive, preaching serial killer with a fanatic view on religion and a love for hearing his own voice. At a glance, Stanton seems disheveled, awkward, and mild-mannered; given the chance to speak, he quickly drops this facade.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character with depth and authenticity, bringing the unique traits and complexities to life.
• Follow the director’s guidance and collaborate with other cast and crew members to achieve the desired performance.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and punctuality throughout the filming process.
• Participate in rehearsals and table reads as required.

Requirements:

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable self-drive distance (no transportation/accommodation provided).
• Non-union status.
• Prior acting experience in film or theatre is preferred.
• Comfortable with the dark comedy and drama genres.

Compensation Details:

• Pay varies by role between $125/day and $250/day. Specific character rates provided in role descriptions.

Principal Lead Talent for Independent Short Film “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for a principal lead role in an independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama explores the devil conducting interviews to find a replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN. We are seeking local talent only, or those within reasonable driving distance who do not require transportation or accommodation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Remus Crawford in the film “The Interview.”
• Deliver lines with authenticity and embody the character as described.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 35 to 55 years old.
• White.
• Ability to convincingly portray a slimy, smooth-talking lawyer.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within a reasonable driving distance.
• Non-union status.
• Previous acting experience preferred but not required.

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: $200 for a 12-hour day.

Principal Lead Talent for “The Interview”

Job Description: We are casting for the principal lead role in an upcoming independent short film titled “The Interview.” This dark comedy/drama follows the Devil as she holds a series of interviews to find her replacement so she can finally take a vacation. The shoot will take place in Nashville, TN, and we are seeking local talent or those within reasonable driving distance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Ipos, a lord of Hell and patron of knowledge.
• Deliver lines with the appropriate sarcasm and snark, embodying the character’s prim and proper demeanor that hides his distaste.
• Follow the direction of the film’s director to accurately bring the character to life.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality throughout the filming process.

Requirements:

• Non-union actors only.
• Male, aged 20 to 60 years, of any ethnicity.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, TN area or within reasonable self-driving distance.
• Comfortable portraying a character in a dark comedy/drama setting.
• Must not require transportation or accommodation as these will not be provided.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $200 for a 12-hour day.