Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Featured Role for High School Student Boyfriend

Job Description: We are seeking a Caucasian male, aged 18-20 years old, to portray a high school student in an upcoming production. This is a specific featured role, where the selected actor will portray the boyfriend of a main character. We are looking for an experienced model type for this higher featured rate role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a high school student and main character’s boyfriend with authenticity and believability.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Caucasian male, aged 18-20 years old.
• Experienced model type preferred.
• Must be available for filming on July 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, as well as two additional dates in July.

Compensation Details:

• Higher featured rate (details will be discussed upon selection).

Casting Call: Figure Skaters and Moms for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description: We are urgently seeking young female figure skaters, aged 8-14, with average to above-average skills (no need to be professional) for a non-union commercial. We also need their moms to participate (moms do not need to skate). The commercial will be filmed in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) on July 3rd and 4th, 2024. Each selected talent will only be needed for one day of filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Young female figure skaters: Perform basic to intermediate figure skating routines on set.
• Moms: Participate in the commercial, supporting their daughters (no skating required).
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Female figure skaters, aged 8-14, with average to above-average skills.
• Moms of the skaters (can apply separately or together with their daughters).
• Must be able to speak one of the following languages (one role for each language): Cantonese, Mandarin, Farsi, Arabic, Hinglish (Hindi/English), Taglish (Tagalog/English).
• Must be of the ethnic descent that matches the language spoken.
• Must be available for filming on either July 3rd or 4th, 2024, in the GTA.
• Mom and daughter do not need to be real mom and daughter; they can apply separately.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $1000 per person.

Casting Call: Rush Call for Extras – TPS Production Services Series

Job Description: TPS Production Services is urgently seeking paid female and male extras, ages 18 to 45, for a flashback scene in a new series filming in Atlanta, GA. This scene takes place in the 1990s, and we need extras to portray Freakniq type party goers. New faces only, who have not been on the show before, are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Freakniq type party goers authentically and believably.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Male and female, ages 18 to 45.
• African-American only.
• Must be available to film today, June 27, 2024, at 4:30 PM.
• Men: No excessive beards.
• Women: No heavy makeup, no colored hair except blonde, brown, or possibly red.
• Must be able to recreate 90’s styles and looks appropriate for a Freakniq party (please Google 90’s styles and Freakniq for reference).

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $100 for up to 8 hours of work.
• Payment will be made via check, mailed 2 to 3 weeks after filming.

Casting Call: Featured Background for Music Video

Job Description: We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to portray dive bar patrons in a music video for an undisclosed artist. The shoot will take place in the Nashville, TN area on June 30th, 2024. This is an excellent opportunity for those who fit the youthful, “Americana” look and can bring authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray dive bar patrons with an authentic and believable demeanor.
• Follow directions from the director and production team throughout the shoot.
• Be punctual and maintain a professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Ages 20 to 38 years old, all ethnicities.
• Should have a “20s to 30s” youthful look with an “Americana” feel.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN (no transportation or accommodation provided).
• Must be available for the entire day on June 30th, 2024 (tentative timeframe is 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, but be prepared for potential changes in start/end times).

Compensation Details:

• Featured Background: $100.00 for up to 6 hours of work.

Casting Call: Caucasian Children for New Project

Job Description: We are seeking two Caucasian children, aged 8-12 years old, to portray the children of a main character in an exciting new project. Siblings are encouraged to apply, but single applicants are also welcome. The filming will take place on July 9th, 2024, for a one-day scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the children of a main character in a realistic and believable manner.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Caucasian children, aged 8-12 years old.
• Could be siblings or individual applicants.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professionalism on set.
• Must be available for filming on July 9th, 2024.
• Submit a recent photo, age, all clothing sizes, and parent contact information.

Compensation Details:

• Compensation details will be discussed upon selection.

Casting Call: Real Sports Teams for Filming in Birmingham

Job Description: We are seeking real sports teams local to Birmingham for an upcoming production. We are looking for small groups of players and coaches to participate in a filming shoot on July 19th, 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to gain exposure and for teams to receive a donation.

Teams Needed:

• Soccer: Boys or girls, ages 8-9, with a male coach (a parent can substitute as the coach).
• Football: Boys, ages 9-11.
• Baseball: Boys, ages 10-12.
• Basketball: Girls, ages 8-15, with a female coach (a parent can substitute as the coach).
• College Football Players: Males, ages 18-20 (8 players needed).

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in filming scenes that depict real sports activities.
• Follow directions from the production team during the shoot.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Teams or groups of 8 to 10 players.
• Must be local to Birmingham, AL.
• Must be available for filming on July 19th, 2024.
• Coaches can be actual coaches or parents acting as substitutes.

Compensation Details:

• Some pay will be provided as a donation to the team.
• Exact donation amounts will be discussed upon selection.

Casting Call: Server Role for The Righteous Gemstones

Job Description: We are seeking male and female extras to portray servers in the upcoming episode of “The Righteous Gemstones,” filming in Charleston, SC. This role requires professionalism and the ability to take direction well. All selected servers will be chosen based on photo submissions by the director.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a server with authenticity and believability.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude on set.
• Be available for filming on Tuesday, July 2nd, and Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024.

Requirements:

• Male or female, open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to portray a professional server.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professionalism on set.
• Must be available for both specified filming dates (July 2nd and 3rd).
• Photo submission required for selection by the director.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $144 for up to 12 hours of work (12-hour shift).
• $144 guaranteed for 12 hours or less.

Casting Call: Photo Double for TPS Production Services Series

Job Description: TPS Production Services is urgently seeking a photo double for an upcoming series filming in Atlanta, GA. We are looking for an African-American male with a dark brown/chocolate complexion to fill this role. This is a rush call, and the shoot is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2024, starting at 4:30 PM.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a photo double for the main actor, ensuring continuity in appearance and actions.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Be punctual and professional on set.

Requirements:

• African-American male with a dark brown/chocolate complexion.
• Height: 6’2″
• Weight: Between 160 and 175 lbs.
• Age: 21 to 25 years old.
• Must be available for filming on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 4:30 PM.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $200 for up to 12 hours of work (12-hour shift).
• Payment will be made via check, mailed 2 to 3 weeks after filming.

Casting Call: Attorney Role for Snapped Ep. 3415

Job Description: We are seeking a male or female actor, open to all ethnicities, aged 30’s to 50’s, for the role of an Attorney in an upcoming episode of “Snapped” (Episode 3415) on the Oxygen Network. This role involves non-speaking parts and will primarily focus on physical presence and actions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an Attorney with authenticity and believability.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Be available for filming on July 3rd in Knoxville (note: you may not be needed for both days, July 2nd and 3rd).

Requirements:

• Male or female, age range 30’s to 50’s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professionalism on set.
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available on the specified filming date (July 3rd).

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $75 per day (flat rate).
• Note: No additional compensation for hotel, travel, or stipend. Local actors are preferred due to the lack of travel and accommodation compensation.

Casting Call: Patient Role for Snapped Ep. 3415

Job Description: We are seeking a male or female actor, open to all ethnicities, aged 60’s to 70’s, for the role of a Patient in an upcoming episode of “Snapped” (Episode 3415) on the Oxygen Network. This role involves non-speaking parts and will primarily focus on physical presence and actions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a Patient with authenticity and believability.
• Follow directions from the director and production team during the shoot.
• Be available for filming on July 3rd in Knoxville (note: you may not be needed for both days, July 2nd and 3rd).

Requirements:

• Male or female, age range 60’s to 70’s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professionalism on set.
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available on the specified filming date (July 3rd).

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $75 per day (flat rate).
• Note: No additional compensation for hotel, travel, or stipend. Local actors are preferred due to the lack of travel and accommodation compensation.