Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Background Actors for Night Shoot

Job Details:

Deborah S is taking submissions for background actors for an upcoming show. We are seeking individuals who can portray Costa Rican and own a small and older pickup truck. This opportunity is open to both Union and Non-Union members who are registered with Central Casting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Costa Rican background characters in a night shoot setting.

• Bring your small, older pickup truck to the set for the shoot.

• Follow directions from the production team to ensure a smooth and successful shoot.

• Maintain professionalism and adhere to the filming schedule.

Requirements:

• Union Status: Both Union and Non-Union members can apply.

• Registration: Must be registered with Central Casting.

• Appearance: Must be able to portray Costa Rican.

• Vehicle: Must own a small and older pickup truck.

• Availability: Must be available for a potential work date on Thursday, June 6th.

Compensation:

• Union Rate: $208 for 8 hours of work plus a car bump.

• Non-Union Rate: $136 for 8 hours of work plus a car bump.

Casting Call: Male Actors for Temple Guards and Citizens on The Chosen Season 5

Job Details:

Brock Allen Casting is seeking male actors to play temple guards and citizens for the upcoming Season 5 of The Chosen. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a popular series and gain experience in a historical drama setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray temple guards or citizens in various scenes for The Chosen Season 5.

• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure an authentic and compelling performance.

• Maintain professionalism and adhere to the filming schedule.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male

• Age: 18 and up

• Appearance: Olive to deep skin tones; beards preferred

• Location: Must be able to shoot in Midlothian, TX

• Availability: Must be available for the specified shoot dates

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection and will adhere to industry standards for extras in television productions.

Casting Call: Male Actor for Lawyer Role in “WEAPONS” Film

Job Details:

We are casting for a male actor to play the role of a lawyer in the upcoming film “WEAPONS,” directed by a selected director. This is a small-town setting in Pennsylvania, and we are looking for a clean-cut but not flashy appearance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of a lawyer in the film “WEAPONS.”

• Follow the direction of the director and production team to deliver a compelling performance.

• Attend a fitting session prior to the shoot date.

Requirements:

• Role: Lawyer

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 40 – 65

• Ethnicity: Any

• Appearance: Clean cut but not flashy, fitting the small-town Pennsylvania setting.

• Experience: Prior acting experience is preferred.

• Availability: Must be available for both the shoot and fitting dates.

Compensation:

• Shoot Rate: $182 for a 12-hour day.

• Fitting Rate: $50 for the fitting session.

• Total Potential Earnings: $232 for the role including the fitting.

Casting Call: Bloody/Handcuffed Man for “Weapons” Film

Job Details:

We are seeking a Caucasian male actor to portray a “Bloody/Handcuffed Man” in the upcoming film “Weapons.” The ideal candidate should have a rugged appearance, embodying a character who looks like they have had a hard life and is a daily drinker.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of a “Bloody/Handcuffed Man” as directed by the film’s director.

• Attend a fitting session prior to the shoot date.

• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure an authentic portrayal of the character.

• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to the filming schedule.

Requirements:

• Appearance: Caucasian male in his 30s with a rugged, worn appearance.

• Character Description: Someone who looks like they have had a hard life and is a daily drinker.

• Availability: Must be available for both the fitting and shoot dates.

• Location: Must be able to work in Stone Mountain and attend a fitting in East Side ATL.

Compensation:

• Shoot Rate: $182 for a 12-hour shoot.

• Fitting Rate: $50

• Total Potential Earnings: $232

Casting Call: Older Couple for Director Selected Roles in “Weapons”

Job Details:

We are seeking an older couple for director-selected roles in the upcoming film “Weapons.” We prefer to cast an actual couple, but single submissions will also be accepted. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in a significant film project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an older couple in the film “Weapons.”

• Attend a fitting session prior to the shoot.

• Follow the direction of the production team to deliver an authentic performance.

• Maintain professionalism and adhere to the filming and fitting schedules.

Requirements:

• Role: Older Couple (single submissions accepted)

• Ethnicity: Any

• Age: 60+

• Availability: Must be available for both the shoot date and the fitting date.

• Experience: No prior acting experience is required, but good camera presence is preferred.

Compensation:

• Shoot Rate: $182 for a 12-hour day.

• Fitting Rate: $50 for the fitting session.

• Total Potential Earnings: $232

Casting Call: Female Actors for Chartway Credit Union Project

Job Details:

We are seeking two female actresses for a Chartway Credit Union project in the VA Beach area. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent in speaking roles for a new commercial. The shoot dates are yet to be determined and will be confirmed with the selected talent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray specified roles in a commercial for Chartway Credit Union.

• Deliver lines with good camera presence and authenticity.

• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired outcome.

Requirements:

1. Younger Female:

   • Ethnicity: Any

   • Age Range: Open

   • Specific Requirement: Must have tattoos on arms.

2. Older Female:

   • Ethnicity: Any

   • Age Range: Open

   • Role: Will portray the grandmother to the Younger Female.

• Experience: Good camera presence is required. Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation:

• Session Rate: $500

• Usage Rate: $500 minimum (less agency fees)

• Total Potential Earnings: $1,000 (less agency fees)

• Usage Details: The media buy will be for Hampton Roads and Utah (Salt Lake City). Initially slated for TV, with potential for transit ads in Utah and digital ads in each market. Usage starts mid-to-end of July and runs through the end of the year, with the possibility of renewal.

Casting Call: Voice Actors for Epithet: Erased Fan-Animation

Project Overview:

We are casting voice actors for a custom fan-animation of Epithet: Erased. The story involves Martin making a deal with a powerful inscribed named Mr. Night, and Molly and Lorelai must outsmart him. The finished animation will be approximately two minutes long. This is an exciting opportunity for fans and aspiring voice actors to participate in a creative project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide voice-over recordings for the characters in the fan-animation.

• Follow the direction of the animation team to bring the characters to life.

• Submit high-quality audio recordings by the specified deadline.

Requirements:

• Experience: No prior voice acting experience is necessary. Enthusiasm for the project and the ability to convey the characters’ emotions and personalities is essential.

• Demographics: While everyone is welcome to apply, black and mixed actors are especially encouraged to audition.

• Audio Quality: Must have access to a good-quality microphone and a quiet recording environment to ensure clear audio.

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $10 per actor for their work on the project.

Casting Call: Young Female Actors for BBC’s ‘Crongton’ Adaptation

Job Details:

We are seeking young female actors for the upcoming BBC adaptation of the acclaimed best-selling book series ‘Crongton’ by Alex Wheatle. We are specifically looking for new talent based in London or Leeds.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the filming of the ‘Crongton’ series, bringing the characters to life.

• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure a compelling and authentic portrayal of the characters.

• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to the filming schedule.

Requirements:

We are looking for the following:

1. Black British girls aged between 12-15, based in London or Leeds.

2. Girls of Middle Eastern or North African descent aged between 12-15, based in London or Leeds.

3. White girls of Eastern European descent aged between 12-15, based in Leeds only.

• Experience: No previous acting experience is necessary. We are looking for new talent only.

• Location: Must be based in London or Leeds as specified for each role.

• Representation: Represented actors should submit through their agency.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection and will adhere to industry standards for television productions.