Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Asian Male Actor to Portray Friend in Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting a young Asian male to portray the friend of a lead actor. This is a supporting role in a character-driven scene that captures youthful energy and camaraderie. Football experience is a plus but not required. Talent must be based in or able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a featured role as a friend of the main character
• Participate in scenes that may involve physical movement or light sports action
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

Requirements

• Asian male, ages 18–22
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or willing to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $150 for a 12-hour day
• Filming in Atlanta, GA and surrounding suburbs

Casting Call: College-Age Adults, Parents, and Real Families for Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking local Dallas-Fort Worth area talent for an upcoming shoot. Casting includes college-age individuals, parents of young adults, and real families with college-age children. The shoot will take place over one of two possible weeks, and some talent may be needed for multiple days. This is a paid opportunity for a relatable, real-world brand campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial portraying authentic family and lifestyle moments
• Collaborate on set with directors, photographers, and other cast
• Follow simple direction and be comfortable on camera in natural settings
• Represent a genuine, real-life appearance — no acting experience required

Requirements

• Must be local to the Dallas-Fort Worth area
• Roles include:
  • College-Age Adults (18–25), all ethnicities
  • Parents, individuals or couples (40–60), all ethnicities
  • Real families with college-age kids (any combination of parents and children 18+)

Compensation

• $600 + 20% agency fee for college-age adults (principals)
• $400 + 20% agency fee for parents (supporting)
• Must work as local hire in DFW

Casting Call: Actor to Portray Quincy in True Crime Recreation

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a male actor to portray the role of Quincy in a dramatized segment. The role requires a close physical match to the real person being portrayed, including facial hair, hairstyle, and approximate height. The project will depict scripted gun violence and murder content, so applicants should be comfortable performing in emotionally intense scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Quincy in reenactment scenes for a true crime television series
• Deliver physical and emotional performance that aligns with scripted events
• Work closely with the director and crew to maintain realism and accuracy
• Participate in scenes depicting violent subject matter in a safe, professional setting

Requirements

• Must resemble the real individual (reference photo provided)
• Male, approximately 5’8″ in height
• Must be able to match hairstyle and facial hair
• Comfortable portraying crime-related content, including gun violence

Compensation

• $200 per day
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Filming takes place in Knoxville, TN

Casting Call: Bilingual English-German Speaking Children for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting bilingual children and young people who fluently speak both English and German. The project will be filmed across Northern Ireland and Europe beginning June 2025. No acting experience is required—just natural talent, personality, and language fluency. This is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to gain experience on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray roles in a major feature film production
• Speak lines fluently in both English and German
• Follow on-set direction from filmmakers and coaches
• Engage in rehearsals and filming with professionalism and enthusiasm

Requirements

• Boys and girls aged 6 to 16
• Must be fluent in both English and German
• Based in Ireland or the UK
• All submissions must be made by a parent or legal guardian

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate shared upon booking)
• Travel and filming will occur in Northern Ireland and Europe

Casting Call: Seniors for Health Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A health insurance campaign is casting seniors for an upcoming commercial shoot in Austin, TX. This project is seeking real individuals, not actors, to authentically represent Medicare and Medicaid recipients. No previous on-camera experience is required, making this a great opportunity for those new to film and commercial work.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a health insurance commercial targeting senior audiences
• Represent real stories and experiences on camera
• Follow light direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Men and women, age 65 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must reside in Texas
• Must currently qualify for Medicaid and/or have a Medicare Advantage Plan

Compensation

• $1,500 per person if selected
• Filming will take place in Austin, TX

Casting Call: Male Stand-In for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking a male stand-in to match a lead actor. The ideal candidate will have gray hair and previous stand-in experience. This is a paid, on-set opportunity for talent who can maintain consistency across scenes and work closely with the crew during camera and lighting setups.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting and camera setups
• Match physical characteristics and movement as directed
• Remain on set for the full day and maintain focus throughout production
• Work closely with the director and crew to ensure scene continuity

Requirements

• Caucasian male, height 6’2″ to 6’4″
• Gray hair preferred
• Prior stand-in experience is a plus
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA or surrounding areas

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours
• Filming in Atlanta, GA and nearby areas

Casting Call: Female BMX Riders for Branded Stock Film Shoot

Job Description
A branded stock film project is seeking talented female BMX riders for a one-day shoot in West London. This exciting opportunity is ideal for riders with confidence on a bike and a few basic tricks in their skill set. The footage will be used across a variety of brand-related visuals, showcasing authenticity, skill, and diversity.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed BMX riding for a stock library campaign
• Perform simple tricks or riding maneuvers as directed
• Represent strong, confident presence on camera
• Collaborate with a creative team to capture compelling footage

Requirements

• Female BMX riders, ages 18 and older
• Must identify as Muslim for authentic representation
• Comfortable performing basic BMX tricks
• Must be available for one-day shoot in West London (early April, exact date TBD)
• Prior on-camera experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• £250 for the one-day shoot
• All rights included for stock usage

Casting Call: U.S. Marshal and Club Extra for True Crime Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting for a physically fit male actor to portray a U.S. Marshal and club extra. This non-union role will film in Knoxville, TN and requires confidence portraying law enforcement as well as ease in a club environment. The production includes recorded audio and offers a great opportunity to appear on a nationally broadcast series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a U.S. Marshal in dramatic reenactment scenes
• Play an additional role as a club extra in a separate setup
• Deliver lines and react naturally on camera as part of scripted moments
• Collaborate with the director and crew to execute scenes smoothly

Requirements

• White male, 30s–40s
• Must be physically fit and comfortable portraying law enforcement
• Should be confident in both action-driven and atmospheric scenes

Compensation

• $150/day
• Hotel accommodations provided
• Filming in Knoxville, TN

Casting Call: Male Photo Double for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a male photo double for an upcoming shoot in New Orleans. The production is looking for a talent who matches the physical specifications of the lead actor and can be available for a wardrobe fitting before the shoot date. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience with a high-profile project.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor
• Match body type, height, and wardrobe fit to maintain on-screen continuity
• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to filming
• Follow on-set direction to replicate specific movements and positions

Requirements

• Caucasian male, age 50s
• Height approximately 6’1”
• Only complete submissions with accurate and updated photos will be considered

Compensation

• Paid role (rate disclosed upon booking)
• Filming will take place in New Orleans, local hire only

Casting Call: Child Wrangler Needed for Major Production

Job Description
A large-scale shoot taking place in New York City is seeking an experienced child wrangler to join the production team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working with children on set and the ability to maintain a positive, structured, and supportive environment throughout filming. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-profile project happening at the end of April.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage child talent on set throughout the shoot
• Ensure child performers are safe, focused, and camera-ready
• Communicate clearly with directors, production, and parents
• Navigate a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism

Requirements

• Prior experience working as a child wrangler or with child actors
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Must be available in NYC during the end of April
• Must apply via email (no direct messages will be accepted)

Compensation

• Paid position (rate disclosed upon booking)
• Work location: New York City