Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: ND Drivers / ND Street Pedestrians for “Dexter Origins”

Job Description:

We are urgently seeking immediate submissions for background roles in the upcoming production of “Dexter Origins” in Miami. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a major production, capturing the vibrant life of Miami streets. We are looking for Miami-Dade County residents who can portray non-descript (ND) drivers and street pedestrians.

Job Responsibilities:

• ND Drivers: Drive and maneuver vehicles as directed in various scenes.

• ND Street Pedestrians: Portray pedestrians in street scenes, interacting naturally with the environment.

• Collaboration: Follow directions from the production team to achieve the desired shots.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for a full 12-hour shooting day.

Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a resident of Miami-Dade County and provide proof of residency.

• License: Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on 6/12/24 with a call time of 8:30 AM.

• Documentation: Must have proper documentation to work in the U.S. and be able to fill out an I-9 form.

Compensation:

• Rate: $170 for a 12-hour day

Casting Call: Cruise Casting – Print & N.U. Video

Job Description:

Ariza Talent & Modeling Agency is seeking talent for a cruise line breakdown project, involving both print and non-union video work. This exciting project will take place on an actual sailing cruise, with a schedule spanning from travel and fitting days to multiple shoot days on board.

Job Responsibilities:

• Modeling and Acting: Participate in both still photo shoots and non-union video shoots on board the cruise ship.

• Fittings: Attend fittings and re-fittings as necessary in Orlando, FL.

• On-Ship Activities: Engage in various activities and scenarios as directed by the production team to capture the essence of the cruise experience.

• Adherence to Schedule: Follow the detailed shoot schedule from the travel day to the return travel day.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude, adhere to project guidelines, and be open to adjustments such as haircuts, dyes, facial hair trimming, and spray tans.

Requirements:

• Availability: Must be available for the entire shoot schedule from August 13 to August 23, including travel, fitting, and shoot days.

• Physical Fitness: Must disclose any physical limitations or allergies.

• Exclusivity: Must disclose any prior work with other travel brands, specifically cruise lines.

• Appearance: Open to haircuts, dyes, facial hair trimming/shaving, and spray tans. Must avoid neck, face, and full-sleeve tattoos, as well as any tattoos with overt phrases/words or offensive language/symbols.

• Passport: Must have a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months.

• Legal: Must allow filming of any/all tattoos, except those on the neck, face, or full-sleeve tattoos with overt or offensive content.

Compensation Details:

• Shoot Fee: $500/day

• Travel / Fitting / Down Day Fee: $250/day

• Adult Usage Fee (Including Exclusivity for 1 Year): $5000

• Child Usage Fee (Including Exclusivity for 1 Year): $3500

• Exclusivity Renewal Fee (After One Year): $2000 per year

• Renewal Option (Additional 5 Years of Usage Without Exclusivity):

  • Adults: $6000

  • Kids: $4000

Casting Call: Male Actors to Portray Wounded Civil War Soldiers for “The Righteous Gemstones”

Job Description:

The hit series “The Righteous Gemstones” is seeking male actors to portray wounded Civil War soldiers for upcoming filming dates. We need individuals who can authentically represent soldiers from the Civil War era, with a specific emphasis on realistic and period-appropriate appearances.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act as wounded Civil War soldiers in various scenes.

• Authenticity: Maintain period-appropriate appearances, avoiding fresh modern-day haircuts.

• Head Injury Role: For those selected, allow the hair/makeup department to shave a spot on your head to apply a realistic wound/injury. Optionally, the rest of your hair can be shaved to match after filming.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production team to bring historical accuracy to your role.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for the full day of shooting.

Requirements:

• Appearance: Must not have fresh modern-day haircuts to maintain period accuracy.

• Availability:

  • 32 actors needed on 6/13

  • 32 actors needed on 6/14 (preference for actors who did not film on 6/13)

• Willingness: For head injury roles, willingness to have a spot shaved on the head by the hair/makeup department.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be discussed upon selection.

Casting Call: Actors with Cars for “Weapons” Film Shoot

Job Description:

We are seeking men and women to participate in the upcoming film “Weapons.” This role requires you to bring your car to the shoot, contributing to the authenticity and atmosphere of the scenes. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals of any ethnicity aged 18 and up to be part of an exciting production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act in various scenes with your car, following the director’s instructions to ensure realistic and engaging performances.

• Vehicle Requirement: Provide and use your own car for the shoot (excluding red, white, or black cars).

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director, other actors, and the production crew to achieve the desired scenes.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for a 12-hour shoot each day.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be 18 years or older.

• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities.

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on June 18th and 19th.

• Location: Able to travel to the Stone Mountain/Tucker Area, GA.

• Vehicle: Must have a car that is not red, white, or black.

Compensation:

• Rate: $182 for a 12-hour day

• Car Bump: Additional $35 for providing your car

• Total Compensation: $217 per day

Casting Call: Child Actors for Street Hockey Scene

Job Description:

We are seeking energetic and enthusiastic children to play street hockey in an upcoming production. This role is perfect for kids who have a passion for hockey and enjoy being active outdoors. The scene will be part of a larger project aimed at capturing the excitement and camaraderie of street sports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act as street hockey players in various dynamic scenes.

• Skill Display: Demonstrate basic street hockey skills; experience is preferred but not mandatory.

• Engagement: Actively participate in the scenes, showing enthusiasm and teamwork.

• Professionalism: Follow directions from the director and production team, maintaining a positive attitude.

• Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines provided on set.

Requirements:

• Age: Children aged 8-12 years old.

• Ethnicity: Open to any ethnicity.

• Experience: Previous experience playing hockey is preferred but not required.

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on June 17th.

• Location: Must be able to travel to Tucker, GA.

Compensation:

• Rate: $120 for 8 hours of work.

Casting Call: Talent for Plumbing Commercial (Experience Only)

Job Description:

We are casting for a plumbing commercial, seeking real couples, friends, or individuals to portray upscale homeowners. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build their acting reel and resume. While this is an unpaid project, participants will gain valuable experience and footage for their portfolio.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act as classy, upscale homeowners in a plumbing commercial.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for the half-day shoot.

Requirements:

• Talent: Male and female

• Age: 35-40 years old

• Ethnicity: Caucasian, African American, or Hispanic

• Appearance: Must have an upper middle class, upscale homeowner look

• Status: Non-Union

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on 6/12 for a half-day in Sacramento

Compensation:

• Rate: This is an unpaid opportunity

• Benefits: Great for reel and resume building

Casting Call: SAG/AFTRA Actors with Cars for Atlantic City Boardwalk Scene

Job Description:

We are seeking SAG/AFTRA members to portray tourists on the boardwalk in a low-budget film. This role involves both interior and exterior shots with your car, capturing the vibrant atmosphere of Atlantic City during the spring season.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portrayal: Act as tourists enjoying the boardwalk in various scenes.

• Vehicle Requirement: Bring your own car for the shoot, as it will be featured in the film.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production team to achieve the desired shots.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for the full day of shooting.

Requirements:

• Membership: Must be a current SAG/AFTRA member.

• Availability: Must be available for the shoot on Wednesday, June 12th.

• Location: Able to travel to Atlantic City, NJ.

• Vehicle: Must have a car that can be used in the shoot.

Compensation:

• Rate: Compensation will be provided as per SAG/AFTRA guidelines for a low-budget film. Specific rates will be discussed upon selection.

Casting Call: Young Families for Indiana Tourism Commercial Print Shoot

Job Description:

Indiana Tourism is seeking young families for an upcoming commercial print shoot. This project aims to capture the essence of family experiences and adventures in Indiana. We are looking for vibrant families who can showcase natural, joyful interactions in a picturesque setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Posing: Follow the direction of the photographer and production team to achieve desired shots.

• Engagement: Exhibit natural and joyful interactions as a family unit.

• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

• Punctuality: Arrive on time and be prepared for a full day of shooting.

Requirements:

• Family Composition: Must consist of a mom (aged 30-40s), dad (aged 30-40s), and at least two children (more children are welcome), all under the age of 10.

Compensation:

• Rate: $650 for a full day shoot

• Travel Compensation: Additional $150 travel compensation per family

• Total Payout: $800 per family

Casting Call: Background Talent for Arizona Department of Education Commercial

Job Description:

We are seeking reliable and flexible boys and girls, ages 16-18, to be part of a commercial for the Arizona Department of Education. This is a rush casting call, and we are looking for background talent to add to our production. The role involves non-speaking background work and requires the ability to take direction well.

Job Responsibilities:

• Background Acting: Perform non-speaking roles in various scenes as directed.

• Punctuality: Arrive on set at the designated time and be prepared for a full day’s work.

• Flexibility: Be available for a potentially changing schedule and able to stay for up to 12 hours if needed.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor on set and follow all instructions from the director and production team.

Requirements:

• Age: Boys and girls, ages 16-18.

• Ethnicity: Any ethnicity.

• Availability: Must be available all day on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, with a flexible schedule.

• Reliability: Must be dependable and able to take direction well.

• Permission: If you have an agent, obtain their permission before submitting to avoid any conflicts. However, having an agent is not a requirement to submit.

Compensation:

• Rate: $300 for a 12-hour day.

Casting Call: Father and Son Actors for “Law of Toughness” Film

Job Description:

We are seeking a real-life father and son duo to appear in our upcoming film “Law of Toughness.” This scene requires a young child to pull on their father’s shirt while looking at something in awe and pointing. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to experience the filmmaking process together.

Job Responsibilities:

• Father and Son Interaction: Perform a simple, natural scene where the child pulls on the father’s shirt, looks at something in awe, and points.

• Authentic Emotion: Convey genuine emotion and connection in the scene.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the director and production crew to capture the required shots.

• Punctuality: Arrive on set at the scheduled time and be prepared for filming.

Requirements:

• Father and Son Duo: Real-life father and son pair.

• Child’s Age: Son must be between 4-6 years old.

• Video Submission: Please send a video of the child performing the described action (pulling on dad’s shirt, looking in awe, and pointing).

• Availability: Must be available on Monday, June 10th.

• Location: Able to travel to the filming location in Duluth, GA.

Compensation:

• Rate: $168/12 for both father and son.