Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Bartenders for Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting

Job Description

Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting is seeking male and female bartenders, ages 25-45, for an exciting new project in Wilmington, NC. We welcome both new and familiar faces to apply. This role involves working on June 25th with a call time around 2 PM and filming into the late-night hours. Candidates must be fully available on the specified date.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bartenders in various scenes

• Follow direction from the casting and production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the work date

• Maintain professional behavior on set

• Be punctual and fully available for the entire shoot day

Requirements

• Male & Female, age range 25-45

• Open to all ethnicities and diversity

• Must be a local hire living in Wilmington, NC, or the immediate area

• Availability for the entire shoot day on June 25th

• Willingness to attend a paid wardrobe fitting before the work date

• Reliable transportation (transportation costs and hotel accommodations are not provided)

Compensation Details

• Daily Rate: $134 for 10 hours (overtime pay applicable after 10 hours)

• Wardrobe Fitting: $25 (scheduled prior to the work date)

• Work Hours: Generally up to 12 hours, though you may finish earlier

Casting Call for Belfast Boys Aged 7-11 Years Old

Job Description: We are searching for energetic and charismatic boys aged 7-11 years old for an upcoming TV series shooting in Belfast. We are looking for “proper wee Belfast boys” with great personalities, a right wee scrapper attitude, and boundless enthusiasm to join our exciting project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray characters convincingly in various scenes of the TV series.
• Follow the director’s instructions and collaborate effectively with the cast and crew.
• Participate in rehearsals and script readings as required.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Boys aged 7-11 years old.
• Must have a native Belfast accent.
• Submissions must be based on the island of Ireland.
• No previous acting experience is necessary, but enthusiasm and a great personality are a must.
• Availability for shooting dates between mid-September to December 2024 (the role will not be required for the entirety of this period).

Compensation Details:

• Competitive compensation will be provided based on the role and experience.
• Details will be discussed during the selection process.

Casting Call for Web-Series: Punjabi Males and Females

Job Description: We are casting for a web-series based in Punjab for a premium OTT platform. We are looking for male and female Punjabi-speaking actors from all over India to play leads and primary parts in an action/thriller web series. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent in a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned character convincingly in various scenes.
• Follow the direction of the director and collaborate effectively with the production team and co-actors.
• Participate in rehearsals and script readings as required.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the production process.

Requirements:

For Male Actors (18-25 years):

• Should be athletic and agile.
• Some proficiency in field hockey will be a plus.
• Must be the main lead of the show.

For Female Actors (18-25 years):

• Some knowledge of singing or any musical instruments will be a plus.
• Must be the main lead of the show.

For Male Actors (25-32 years):

• Should have a muscular physique.
• Any background in martial arts training is a plus.
• Must know basic Punjabi.
• Will play a primary part.

General Requirements:

• Must be fluent in Punjabi.
• Must be available for the entire shooting schedule.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Open to actors from all over India.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive rates will be provided based on the role and experience of the actor.
• Details will be discussed during the selection process.

Casting for Real Groups of Friends for Major TX-Based Fast Food Chain Commercial

Job Description: We are seeking real groups of friends aged 20-30 years old to feature in a commercial for a major Texas-based fast food chain. This is a unique opportunity to have fun with your friends while being part of a professional production. The shoot will take place overnight in Round Rock, TX.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in an overnight shoot with your group of friends.
• Follow directions from the director and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Portray natural interactions and have fun on camera.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Real groups of friends aged 20-30 years old.
• Must be available for the overnight shoot on June 27th, 2024.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Round Rock, TX (travel/housing not provided).
• Comfortable being on camera and following direction.
• All ethnicities and genders are welcome.

Compensation Details:

• Payment: $2,500 per person.
  • Breakdown: $500 for the shoot + $2,000 for usage.

Nashville Area Casting Call for Indie Feature Film

Job Description: We are seeking non-union background actors to play the role of a barista for an indie feature film produced by The Ranch. This project offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a creative and dynamic production team in the vibrant Nashville area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a barista in various scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions from the director and crew to ensure smooth execution of scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality on set.
• Be prepared to work up to 12+ hours on set, although the exact call time will be provided the afternoon prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville area (travel/housing not provided).
• Age: 25-35 years old.
• Open to all genders.
• Experience as a barista is a plus but not required.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the entire shoot day (potentially 12+ hours).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour), with time and a half after 8 hours.
• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours.

Nashville Area Casting Call for Indie Feature Film

Job Description: We are seeking non-union background actors to portray sound engineers for an indie feature film produced by The Ranch. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a creative and exciting film project. The shoot will take place in the Nashville area, and we are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a sound engineer in various scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions from the director and crew to ensure a smooth and efficient shoot.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.
• Be prepared to work up to 12+ hours on set, with the exact call time provided the afternoon prior to the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville area (travel/housing not provided).
• Male, aged 25-50 years old.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the entire shoot day (potentially 12+ hours).
• Experience or familiarity with sound engineering is a plus but not required.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour), with time and a half after 8 hours.
• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours.

Nashville Area Casting Call for Indie Feature Film

Job Description: We are seeking non-union background actors for an indie feature film produced by The Ranch. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a creative and exciting project in the Nashville area. We are looking for dedicated individuals who can commit to being on set for the entire day.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray sound engineers in background scenes.
• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure accurate portrayal of the role.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.
• Be prepared to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours, even if not required for the full duration.

Requirements:

• Males aged 25-50 years.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Nashville area (no travel or housing provided).
• Must be available on Tuesday, June 18th.
• Ability to commit to being on set for 12+ hours (call time will be provided the afternoon prior).

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour), with time and a half after 8 hours.
• 8-hour guarantee, even if not needed for the full duration.

Rush Casting for Featured Roles in Celebrity Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are urgently seeking non-union actors for featured roles in a celebrity crime series reenactment. This project will shoot in the Atlanta, GA area and requires actors who can convincingly portray specific characters. All scenes are reenactments with no dialogue, focusing on strong acting ability and physical presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned character accurately and convincingly in reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure authenticity and accuracy in the portrayal.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.
• Collaborate with the crew to achieve the best possible outcome for each scene.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA (travel/housing not provided).
• Specific role requirements are as follows:

Role: Judge

• Caucasian male, appearing aged 40-60.
• Professional looks, no big beards.
• Average build.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $150 for a 12-hour day plus overtime as applicable.
• Note: Travel and housing are not provided. Actors must be able to work as local hires.

Rush Casting for Featured Roles in Celebrity Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are urgently seeking non-union actors for featured roles in a celebrity crime series reenactment. This project will shoot in the Atlanta, GA area and requires actors who can convincingly portray specific characters. All scenes are reenactments with no dialogue, focusing on strong acting ability and physical presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned character accurately and convincingly in reenactment scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure authenticity and accuracy in the portrayal.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.
• Collaborate with the crew to achieve the best possible outcome for each scene.

Requirements:

• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA (travel/housing not provided).
• Specific role requirements are as follows:

Role: Attorney Lefcourt

• Caucasian male, appearing aged 35-55.
• Short dark hair, no facial hair.
• Slim/average build.
• Compensation: $150 for 12 hours + overtime.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $150 for a 12-hour day plus overtime as applicable.
• Note: Travel and housing are not provided. Actors must be able to work as local hires.

Virginia Lottery “Shine On” Dancers Casting Call

Job Description: We are seeking talented dancers for an exciting Virginia Lottery project set to shoot in July 2024 in Richmond, VA. This is a fantastic opportunity for dancers of all styles and backgrounds to showcase their skills in a vibrant, high-energy production. We are looking for a diverse group of performers to bring our project to life.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform dance routines as directed during the shoot dates.
• Attend rehearsals and follow choreography accurately.
• Bring energy and creativity to the role, embracing the unique style and vision of the project.
• Collaborate effectively with other dancers and the production team.

Requirements:

• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Must be within driving distance to Richmond, VA (client will not cover airfare).
• Hero Dancer: Female or female-identifying, aged 20-35. Should have a wide dance background and a unique, creative style. All body types and ethnicities are welcome.
• OCP and Background Dancers: We need a variety of dancers including modern dancers, swing dancers, salsa dancers, break dancers, ballet dancers, hip hop dancers, aerial dancers, skateboarders, skate dancers, rollerbladers, muralists, street artists, and construction worker/dancers.
• Ability to follow choreography and bring a high level of performance.

Compensation Details:

• Hero Dancer: $1,250 (includes rehearsal, session for 2 shoot days, and usage).
• Featured Dancer: $400 (includes rehearsal, session for 1 shoot day, and usage) – some dancers may be booked for 2 days.
• Dancing Extra: $250/day (includes rehearsal and shoot day/buyout).