Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Boston Basketball Fans – Non-Union Project

Job Description: Slate Casting is seeking enthusiastic Boston basketball fans for an exciting non-union project. If you are passionate about Boston basketball and love to show your team spirit, this is your chance to be part of something special. We are looking for individuals who can bring energy and authenticity to the project, showcasing what makes you an epic fan.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a video or photo shoot that highlights your passion for Boston basketball.
• Share your stories and experiences as a Boston basketball fan, bringing genuine enthusiasm and energy to the project.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure the best possible representation of Boston basketball fandom.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be local to the New England area.
• No acting experience necessary, just a love for Boston basketball and a willingness to share your passion on camera.

Compensation:

• Pay up to $6,000 if cast.

Casting Families of All Kinds for NYC Project

Job Description: We are seeking diverse families of all kinds for an upcoming project in New York City. This is an opportunity for real families to showcase their unique dynamics and connections on camera. Whether you have close neighbors who are like family, non-traditional family structures, or are part of a single-parent, LGBTQ, or adoptive family, we want to hear your story. This project celebrates the beauty of different family arrangements and the bonds that make them special.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo or video shoot in New York City.
• Share your family’s story and dynamics, showcasing the unique relationships and connections that define your family unit.
• Be available for all scheduled shoot days, and work closely with the production team to ensure an authentic and engaging portrayal of your family.

Requirements:

• Real families of all kinds, including but not limited to:
  • Families with close neighbors who are like family.
  • Families with close family friends who are considered part of the family.
  • Families with non-traditional structures (e.g., grandparents, aunts, cousins, friends who are like family).
  • Single-parent families.
  • LGBTQ families.
  • Families with adopted children.
• Must be non-represented talent (no agents).
• Willing to share your family story and participate in a professional production setting.

Compensation:

• $500 per day per person, if booked.

Casting Call for Bike and Dirt Bike Riders Who Can Do a Wheelie

Job Description: Slate Casting is seeking individuals who can ride a bike or dirt bike and perform a wheelie for an exciting project. We are looking for real people, aged 16-25, who have the skills and confidence to showcase their wheelie abilities on camera. No acting experience is necessary—just a passion for riding and the ability to perform stunts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform bike or dirt bike stunts, specifically wheelies, for a video project.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure the best possible footage is captured.
• Showcase your riding skills in a safe and controlled environment.
• Be available for potential shoots in the New England area.

Requirements:

• Age 16-25.
• Must live in New England.
• Ability to perform a wheelie on a bike or dirt bike.
• Comfortable being filmed while riding.
• No acting experience necessary, just a love for riding and stunt performance.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection.
• Opportunity to showcase your skills and gain exposure through the project.

Rush Casting Call in NOLA for Honeywell Commercial

Job Description: We are urgently casting for speaking roles in an upcoming Honeywell commercial to be filmed in New Orleans. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile project with roles available for women of various backgrounds. Please note that this is a non-travel paid gig, so local talent or those who can self-report are preferred. Selected individuals must be available to submit a self-tape by today at 5 PM (EDT).

Job Responsibilities:

• Sophie: Portray a 40 to 45-year-old woman, delivering lines as a main character in the commercial. This role requires multiple shoot days and involves speaking parts.
• Colleague: Portray a 25 to 30-year-old woman, delivering lines in a supporting role. This role also involves multiple shoot days with speaking parts.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot to ensure the correct look for the character.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver a polished and compelling performance.

Requirements:

• Sophie:
  • 40 to 45 years old, East Asian, Hispanic, South Asian, or Southeast Asian woman.
  • Must have prior acting experience and be comfortable delivering lines.
  • Available for multiple shoot days.
• Colleague:
  • 25 to 30 years old, Black woman.
  • Must have prior acting experience and be comfortable delivering lines.
  • Available for multiple shoot days.
• All applicants must be able to submit a self-tape by today at 5 PM (EDT).
• Must be available for the in-person wardrobe fitting and all scheduled shoot dates.
• Local talent or those able to self-report to New Orleans preferred as no travel is paid.

Compensation:

• Rate: $300 per session per day, including the fitting.
• Buyout: $2,000 for the usage rights of the commercial.

Casting Call for Cute Latin/Hispanic/Spanish Grandma for Coffee Commercial

Job Description: We are seeking a charming and endearing Latin/Hispanic/Spanish grandmother (Abuelita) for an upcoming coffee commercial. This is a non-speaking role, but your warm and expressive presence will be essential in conveying the heartwarming atmosphere of the ad. The commercial will be shot by a fantastic crew known for creating a friendly and supportive environment on set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a loving grandmother in a coffee commercial.
• Express warmth, comfort, and joy through your presence on camera.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to capture the desired feel and mood for the commercial.
• No lines or dialogue are required, but your natural expressions and gestures will be key.

Requirements:

• Female, Latin/Hispanic/Spanish ethnicity.
• Must embody the warmth and charm typically associated with a grandmother (Abuelita).
• Comfortable being on camera and able to convey emotions through facial expressions and body language.
• No prior acting experience required, but a natural and expressive demeanor is essential.

Compensation:

• $1,500 for the shoot.

Casting Call for Series “Killer Couples”

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor for an upcoming episode of the true crime series “Killer Couples,” filming in Knoxville, TN. The role requires someone who can portray the sister of a central character, with specific physical characteristics to match a reference photo.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the sister of a main character in a dramatized true crime reenactment.
• Follow the director’s guidance to accurately depict the emotional and narrative elements of the scene.
• Be available for a likely one-day shoot in the late afternoon.

Requirements:

• Female, in her 20s.
• Must have bleach blonde hair or be willing to style hair accordingly to match the reference photo.
• Acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available for the shoot, with a potential call time in the late afternoon.

Compensation:

• $125 per day for the shoot.

Casting Call for Carter’s Spring Photo Shoot – Special Needs Children

Job Description: Carter’s is seeking special needs children for an upcoming spring photo shoot. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to be featured in a well-known brand’s campaign, capturing the joy and vibrancy of spring. We are specifically casting for children who wear sizes 6-12 months or size 3T.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo shoot for Carter’s Spring Collection.
• Attend a fitting session prior to the shoot to ensure proper clothing fit.
• Follow the direction of the photographer and creative team to capture beautiful and engaging images.
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude throughout the shoot to create a joyful and relaxed atmosphere.

Requirements:

• Children with special needs who wear size 6-12 months or size 3T.
• Parents or guardians must be available to accompany their children for the fitting and shoot.
• Comfortable being photographed and able to follow simple directions with assistance from parents or guardians.

Compensation:

• Fitting Rate: $100 per person.
• Daily Rate: $375 per day for children under 2 years old.
• Daily Rate: $500 per day for children aged 2 years and older.
• All rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.

Casting Call for Carter’s Spring Photo Shoot

Job Description: We are casting for Carter’s upcoming Spring photo shoot and are looking for young children to feature in the campaign. This is a fantastic opportunity for kids to be part of a well-known brand’s seasonal collection. The shoot will involve multiple outfits and settings, capturing the essence of springtime fashion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo shoot, modeling Carter’s Spring collection.
• Follow the direction of the photographer and styling team to achieve the desired look for each outfit.
• Engage in multiple outfit changes and maintain a cheerful and cooperative demeanor throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Casting Categories: Children who fit into 3T and 4T sizes.
• Must be comfortable in front of the camera and able to follow simple instructions.
• Previous modeling experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation:

• Fitting Rate: $100 per person.
• Day Rate: $375 per day for kids under 2 years old.
• Day Rate: $500 per day for kids 2 years and older.
• All rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.

Casting Call for Carter’s Spring Photo Shoot

Job Description: Carter’s is seeking adorable and expressive young models for their upcoming Spring photo shoot. We are looking for babies and toddlers to represent our latest collection. This is an exciting opportunity for your child to be part of a well-known brand’s campaign, with professional compensation and a fun, creative experience.

Casting Categories:

• 12M Size: Babies up to 31 inches tall.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo shoot for Carter’s Spring collection.
• Follow direction from photographers and stylists to capture the best possible images.
• Attend a fitting session prior to the shoot to ensure that the clothing fits perfectly.

Requirements:

• Babies and toddlers who fit the specified size category.
• Must be comfortable in front of the camera and able to work with a production team.
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child to the fitting and photo shoot.
• Experience is not required, but children should be able to engage with the camera and stay calm in a studio environment.

Compensation:

• Fitting Rate: $100 per person.
• Day Rate:
  • $375 per day for children less than 2 years old.
  • $500 per day for children 2 years and up.
• Agency Fee: All rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.

Casting Call for Carter’s Spring Photo Shoot

Job Description: We are casting adorable children to be part of Carter’s upcoming Spring photo shoot. This is a fantastic opportunity for little ones to model Carter’s latest collection in a professional and fun environment. We are looking for children in the specific age and height range to showcase the new seasonal line.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo shoot, modeling Carter’s Spring collection.
• Attend a fitting session prior to the photo shoot to ensure proper clothing fit.
• Follow directions from the photographer and production team to capture the best images.
• Maintain a cheerful and cooperative attitude throughout the session.

Requirements:

• Children aged 6-9 months, up to 29 inches in height.
• Must be comfortable being photographed and able to follow simple directions.
• Parent or guardian must be present during the fitting and photo shoot.

Compensation:

• Fitting Rate: $100 per person.
• Photo Shoot Rate:
  • $375 per day for kids under 2 years old.
  • $500 per day for kids 2 years and older.
• Agency Fee: All compensation rates are subject to a 20% agency fee.