Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Furniture Commercial Talent – Miami

Job Description
A furniture commercial is seeking local talent in Miami to portray either real families or individual household members. This project is looking for people with a natural, relatable presence who can bring warmth and authenticity to a home-inspired advertising shoot. Filming will take place locally, and the production is booking talent based on photos.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed scenes portraying natural household interactions

• Follow direction from the production team during the shoot

• Maintain a friendly, relaxed on-camera presence

• Arrive prepared and ready for scheduled filming

Requirements

• Caucasian talent, all ages

• Real families or singles welcome

• Must be local to Miami (no travel provided)

• Comfortable appearing on camera

Compensation

• $500 minus 20% per person

Advanced Female Basketball Players – Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking advanced-level female basketball players for an exciting one-day shoot in Toronto. This project is perfect for athletic talent with strong basketball skills, confidence on camera, and an outgoing personality. Filming will take place in the Greater Toronto Area, with additional wardrobe and audition commitments required for selected participants.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced basketball ability, including shooting, dribbling, and gameplay movements

• Participate in filmed scenes and possible on-camera interviews

• Attend auditions, fittings, and scheduled filming dates

• Follow direction from the production team while maintaining high energy and professionalism

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–35

• Advanced basketball skills; ability to shoot 3-pointers preferred

• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area

• Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

• Comfortable on camera and in interview settings

• Availability for audition, wardrobe appointment, and filming dates

Compensation

• $75 for wardrobe appointment

Commercial Extras – Police Officers

Job Description
A commercial shoot is seeking male extras to portray police officers in an NHTSA production. Talent will participate in various scenes that require a clean, authoritative appearance and the ability to take direction well. Filming will take place in San Marcos, TX, and selected talent must be available for both scheduled shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officers in commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the production and camera teams

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and reliability on set

• Arrive prepared with proper wardrobe sizes for costume department

Requirements

• Men, all ethnicities

• Ages 25–50

• Preferably wear a large shirt and 33–34″ waist pants

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days

• Able to work as a local hire in San Marcos, TX

Compensation

• $500 per day

Male Utility Stand-In – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a male utility stand-in for an upcoming episode. This role involves working closely with the camera and lighting teams to help set up shots and ensure consistency throughout filming. Talent must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta area. While the immediate need is for one shoot day, there is potential for additional stand-in work if everything goes smoothly.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for an actor during lighting and camera setups

• Maintain positioning and continuity throughout takes

• Follow direction from the cinematography and production teams

• Arrive prepared and ready for a full filming day

Requirements

• Male, white

• Ages 21–40

• Height between 5’11’’ and 6’1’’

• Medium build

• Previous stand-in experience required

• Must be able to work locally in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $182 for up to 12 hours

Restaurants for Documentary Feature

Job Description
A new documentary project is seeking restaurants in the Greater Los Angeles area to participate in a compelling, real-life exploration of what it takes to run a restaurant in today’s economic and cultural landscape. This project aims to highlight the stories, struggles, creativity, and resilience of restaurant owners while showcasing their businesses to a wide audience. Participating restaurants will be featured by an acclaimed production team known for producing impactful and visually engaging nonfiction work.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your restaurant’s story, operations, and experiences on camera

• Participate in interviews and on-site filming

• Offer behind-the-scenes access to daily restaurant functions

• Collaborate with the production team during scheduled filming sessions

Requirements

• Restaurants located within approximately one hour of central Los Angeles

• Owners willing to participate on camera and share authentic experiences

• Businesses open to showcasing their staff, environment, and operations

• Ability to provide access to the location for filming

Compensation

• National exposure through a professionally produced documentary

Holiday-Themed Commercial Participants

Job Description
A holiday-themed commercial project is seeking individuals from northern regions who either love or strongly dislike Christmas shopping. This fun opportunity is perfect for people with big personalities who can share genuine reactions, stories, and experiences related to holiday shopping. Talent will participate in on-camera segments that highlight the humor, chaos, or joy of the festive season.

Job Responsibilities

• Share authentic thoughts and feelings about Christmas shopping

• Participate in on-camera interviews or light scripted moments

• Bring energy, personality, and genuine reactions to the project

• Follow direction from the production team

Requirements

• Individuals ages 20–40

• Based in northern regions

• Comfortable speaking on camera

• Open to sharing real experiences and opinions

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Background Reporters and News Crew – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking background actors to portray reporters and news crew members for an upcoming episode. This role is ideal for talent with a polished, professional appearance and the ability to move naturally within a newsroom-style environment. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area, and all actors must work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray reporters, journalists, or news crew in various scenes

• Take direction well and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared for wardrobe fittings and filming

• Maintain a professional, reliable presence on set

Requirements

• Male or female, all ethnicities

• Ages 21–65

• Professional appearance; business attire look preferred

• Previous media or newsroom experience is a plus but not required

• Conservative style preferred

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (or ability to sign a release if needed)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

Background Strip Club Customers – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray customers in a strip club environment for an upcoming episode. This role is perfect for talent comfortable working in an adult-themed setting while maintaining natural, realistic on-camera behavior. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area, and all talent must work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray strip club patrons in various background scenes

• Interact naturally within a lively, provocative club environment

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Arrive prepared for wardrobe and filming days

Requirements

• Male and female, all ethnicities

• Ages 21–50

• Comfortable appearing in a strip club setting with semi-nude performers

• Confident working in an adult-themed environment

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (or ability to sign a release if needed)

• Must be able to work locally in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

Commercial Talent for Grocery Store Campaign

Job Description
A Texas-based grocery store commercial is seeking families and infants for an upcoming shoot in Austin. This project is looking for real, everyday people who can bring warmth, relatability, and authenticity to a family-friendly advertising campaign. This is a great opportunity for families and infants to gain on-camera experience in a fun and welcoming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed scenes portraying natural family interactions

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude on set

• Arrive on time and prepared for shoot days

Requirements

• Twins or triplets aged 1–12 months

• Multigenerational Hispanic families

• Comfortable in front of the camera

• Ability to work locally in Austin, TX during the shoot dates

Compensation

• $740 per person (SAG TX rate)

Background Strip Club Businessmen – TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to portray businessmen in a strip club setting for an upcoming episode. This role is ideal for talent who can present a clean, professional look while comfortably interacting within an adult-themed environment. Filming will take place in the Atlanta area, and all talent must work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional businessmen in an upscale strip club environment

• Interact naturally within scenes that may include semi-nude dancers

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Arrive prepared for wardrobe fittings and shoot days

Requirements

• Male, all ethnicities

• Ages 21–40

• Clean-cut, conservative, professional appearance

• Must be comfortable performing in a provocative club environment, including interacting with semi-nude dancers and possibly receiving lap dances

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (or ability to sign a release if needed)

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours