Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Male Background Talent for Wilmington, NC

Project: Strawberry Fields & Cherrix Casting

Location: Wilmington, NC

Shoot Dates: June 17, 18, 20, 2024

Guesstimated Call Time: 9 AM – 10 AM

Compensation: $134 for 10 hours, with overtime paid after 10 hours

Job Details

Roles:

• Male Background Talent
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 18 to 45 years old
  • Ethnicity: Open Diversity, Open Ethnicity

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a variety of scenes
• Follow the director’s instructions and contribute to the overall theme and atmosphere of the shoot
• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Must be available for one or more of the specified dates: June 17, 18, 20, 2024
• Must be a local hire in Wilmington, NC, or the immediate surrounding area (no transportation or accommodation provided)
• Must submit a recent color photo
• Must provide first and last name, age, height, phone number, all clothing sizes
• Must include details of your vehicle (make/model/year/color) in case it is used in the scene

Casting Call: Models for Upcoming Feature

Location: Atlanta, GA

Project: New Feature – Small Shoot

Shoot Date: Friday, June 21, 2024

Compensation: Great rates (to be discussed upon selection)

Job Details

Roles:

1. Caucasian Female Model

   • Age: 20s to 30s
   • Ethnicity: Caucasian
   • Wardrobe: Comfortable in a bikini

2. Female Models (2)

   • Age: 20s to 40s
   • Ethnicity: All ethnicities
   • Build: Average to athletic builds
   • Wardrobe: Comfortable modeling shapewear (it’s a fake ad)

Job Responsibilities

• Portray models in a fun and engaging setting for a new feature
• Follow the director’s instructions and contribute to the overall theme and atmosphere of the shoot
• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Must be available for the shoot date: Friday, June 21, 2024
• Must be comfortable with the specified wardrobe (bikini for Caucasian female, shapewear for other female models)
• Must submit a recent color photo
• Must provide all clothing sizes and contact information

Casting Call: Minor Male (Age 3) for Sci-Fi/Horror Indie Project “The Necklace”

Job Title: Minor Male Extra (Age 3)
Project: The Necklace (Sci-Fi/Horror Indie Film)
Company: CAB Castings, LLC
Location: Atlanta, GA
Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Start Time: TBD

Job Details:

CAB Castings, LLC is searching for a minor male extra to portray the 3-year-old version of an actor in our new Sci-Fi/Horror indie project, “The Necklace.” The role involves scenes in a hospital labor & delivery unit and various other settings.

Responsibilities:

• Portray a 3-year-old boy in several scenes, including a hospital labor & delivery unit.
• Collaborate with the director and crew to achieve desired scene outcomes.
• Adhere to on-set guidelines and regulations, especially those pertaining to minors.

Casting Call: Prom King and Queen for Music Video

Location: Atlanta, GA

Project: Music Video

Shoot Dates:

• Shorter Shoot: Friday, June 21, 2024
• Filming Day: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Compensation: To be discussed upon selection

Job Details

Roles:

1. Prom King

   • Gender: Male
   • Age: 18 to early 20s
   • Ethnicity: Caucasian
   • Wardrobe: Must have options of suits

2. Prom King (Additional)

   • Gender: Male
   • Age: 18 to early 20s
   • Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
   • Wardrobe: Must have options of suits

3. Prom Queen

   • Gender: Female
   • Age: 18 to early 20s
   • Ethnicity: Any ethnicity
   • Wardrobe: Must have options of prom dresses

Job Responsibilities

• Portray prom king and queen in a fun, featured role for the music video
• Follow the director’s instructions and contribute to the overall theme and atmosphere of the shoot
• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Must be available for both shoot dates: June 21, 2024, and July 9, 2024
• Must have wardrobe options as specified (suits for males, prom dresses for females)
• Must submit a recent color photo and photos of clothing options available
• Must provide sizes, age, and contact information

Casting Call: Featured Background Talent for Undisclosed Artist’s Music Video

Location: Nashville, TN

Project: Music Video for an Undisclosed Artist 

Shoot Date: Monday, June 17, 2024

Shoot Location: Nashville, TN area
Note: Must be able to work as a local hire (Transportation/Accommodation will not be provided).

Compensation: $175.00 for up to 10 hours

Job Details

Roles:

1. Featured Background Talent – Bar Patrons

   • Gender: Male and Female
   • Age: 21 to 35 years old (must be at least 21 due to filming in an active bar)
   • Ethnicity: All ethnicities
   • Type: Dive bar types ranging from interesting characters to hip, beautiful people
   • Experience: Preferably those with some set experience or used to working with artists

2. Featured Background Talent – Older Bar Cowboys

   • Gender: Male and Female
   • Age: 40 to 65 years old
   • Ethnicity: All ethnicities
   • Type: Dive bar interesting characters and cowboy types (NOT a “biker” type look)

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in a dive bar setting
• Follow the director’s instructions and contribute to the overall atmosphere of the music video
• Be punctual and professional on set

Requirements

• Must be available for the full evening/night on Monday, June 17, 2024, as exact call/wrap times are not provided
• Must be able to work in the Nashville, TN area as a local hire (no transportation/accommodation provided)
• Must be at least 21 years old for the Bar Patrons role
• Must submit a recent color photo that best represents the role you are applying for

Stand-In Casting Call: White Male with Grey Hair and Beard

Overview: We are urgently seeking a white male stand-in, standing 5’11” to 6’1”, with grey hair and a beard for an exciting opportunity tomorrow. If you fit this description or know someone who does, this is your chance to step into the spotlight and be a part of our production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a stand-in for the main actor during rehearsals and lighting setups
• Maintain the specified position and ensure consistency in scenes
• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired visual effects
• Follow directions from the director and cinematographer closely
• Be punctual and professional on set

Casting Call: Multiple Roles for “Fatal Attraction” Episode 1443

Overview: We are casting for various roles in the upcoming episode 1443 of the true crime recreation series “Fatal Attraction,” filming in Knoxville, TN. This is a non-union project for the TVOne Network, featuring recorded audio. Filming will take place on June 18-19th, with call times subject to change.

Roles Available:

1. Sister 2

• Description: Black female, late 30s to early 40s, experiencing happy family times and grieving the loss of her sister with her family.

• Likely Filming Time: Tuesday at 1 PM (likely needed only on Tuesday)

• Rate: $150/day

2. Luther

• Description: White male, early 40s, portraying a character in love with the victim, displaying total chemistry, and being interviewed by detectives as a possible suspect.

• Likely Filming Times: Tuesday at 2 PM and Wednesday at 1 PM

• Rate: $150/day + Hotel accommodation

3. Property Manager

• Description: Black male, 30s and older, showing detectives footage from the night of the crime.

• Likely Filming Time: Wednesday at 4 PM

• Rate: $100/day

4. CSI

• Description: Physically fit male or female, ages 25-40, likely needed both filming dates.

• Likely Filming Times: Tuesday around noon and Wednesday around 5 PM

• Rate: $100/day

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray your character authentically and convincingly.

• Follow the director’s instructions and collaborate with the film crew.

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality during filming.

Casting Call: Paid Female Extras for Sci-Fi/Horror Indie Film “The Necklace”

Overview: We are currently seeking 2 female extras (ages 30+) for an exciting new sci-fi/horror indie project titled “The Necklace,” filming in Atlanta, GA. This is a period film set in the 1960s, so please ensure you meet the appearance requirements detailed below.

Date: Saturday, 6/15/2024
Start Time: TBD (please have open availability for the entire day)
Rate: $175.00 for 12 hours

Roles Available:

1. Female Receptionist

• Age: 40+
• Clothing Sizes:
  • Shirt: L
  • Pant: 10″
• Appearance Requirements: No colored hair, lash extensions, etc.

2. Female Nurse

• Age: 30+
• Uniform Sizes:
  • Shoe: 8-8.5
  • Waist: 29-31″
• Appearance Requirements: No colored hair, lash extensions, etc.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned character authentically, adhering to the 1960s period look.
• Follow the director’s instructions and work collaboratively with the film crew.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the filming process.

Casting Call: Snapped Ep. 3413

Filming Dates: June 18 & 19
Location: Knoxville
Network: Oxygen

Role:
[SGT THIES]
Age: 30 to 40 years old
Ethnicity: White
Appearance: Light hair and beard
Special Requirements: Comfortable with scripted violence and murder content, handling a prop gun, must closely resemble the attached photo
Rate: $135/day (flat. no hotel, travel, or stipend)

Overview

Are you ready to step into a compelling role in a popular true-crime series? We are casting for an exciting episode of “Snapped” on the Oxygen network, filmed in Knoxville. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your acting skills in a gritty, dramatic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray SGT THIES: Bring this intense character to life, embodying the persona with authenticity and dedication.
• Handle Prop Gun: Comfortably and safely manage prop firearms during filming.
• Engage with Scripted Violence Content: Perform scenes involving scripted violence, ensuring a realistic and compelling portrayal.

TV Series Casting Call for Experienced Tennis Players

Overview: We are seeking experienced Caucasian male tennis players for an exciting television show filming in Los Angeles, CA. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled athletes to showcase their talents on screen!

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a tennis player in various scenes.
• Demonstrate proficient tennis skills during filming.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure accurate and engaging tennis sequences.
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set.

Details:

• Date: Filming approximately June 24th-27th, 2024
• Location: Los Angeles, CA
• Requirements:
  • Caucasian male
  • Height: 6’0″ – 6’3″
  • Weight: 185 – 200 lbs
  • Must be an experienced tennis player
  • Local hires only