Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Female Actor with Ambulatory Disability for Leading Role

Job Description: We are currently seeking a talented female actor with an ambulatory or mobility disability to play the lead role of Lucy, a high school senior, in an upcoming independent film project. This is a paid opportunity for actors who are passionate about bringing authenticity and depth to a complex character.

Role: Lucy

Lucy is a senior in high school with an ambulatory disability. She is characterized by her quick wit and biting indifference, possessing a rough exterior yet maintaining an underlying innocence. The story follows Lucy as she embarks on a poignant journey to track down her missing younger brother, hoping to find him in time to attend a Memorial Day house party. This role requires a strong ability to convey a range of emotions, from toughness to vulnerability, as Lucy navigates challenges and uncovers truths on her quest.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Lucy, adhering to the script and director’s vision, while also bringing personal interpretation to the role.
• Participate in rehearsals as scheduled, working collaboratively with the director and cast members to develop character dynamics and scene interactions.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and any other preparatory meetings required for the role.
• Be available for the entire shooting schedule, which will be provided in advance, and be willing to work flexible hours as needed.

Requirements:

• Female actors aged 16 and older by July 2024. Proof of age will be required.
• Must have an ambulatory or mobility disability. We are committed to authentic representation and encourage actors who personally understand the experiences of living with such disabilities to apply.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not required. We welcome new talent who can bring genuine emotion and authenticity to the role.
• Ability to convey a wide range of emotions and a strong presence on camera.
• Must be comfortable working as part of a team and able to take direction well.

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid role. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the actor’s experience.
• Travel expenses for actors coming from outside the filming location will be covered.
• Meals and accommodations will be provided during shooting days.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Sunetta: Female, 40 to 45 years old, African, Black, mixed ethnicity with a plus size body type. She should have a calm/light brown skin tone and dark hair. Sunetta, along with her husband, stepson, and Dequanna, is part of a conspiracy to kidnap and kill, which will require the actor to display a range of emotions from scheming to remorseful.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Larry: Male, 45 to 50 years old, African, Black with an average body type, dark skin tone, and very low dark hair or bald. The character is involved in a plot with his wife, stepson, and Dequanna to kidnap and murder an individual, requiring a portrayal of a person with potentially duplicitous intentions.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Joshua: Male, 20 to 30 years old, African, Black man with an average body type, brown skin tone, between 5’11” – 6’2″, and weighing around 170-190 lbs. The role calls for an individual with longer braided hair who is implicated in a conspiracy with his girlfriend to commit a kidnapping and murder.

Compensation:

• $175/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Dequanna: Female, 45-55 years old, African, Black. Average body type, dark skin tone, dark hair. Dequanna Bastes is characterized as someone who would go to great lengths to keep her man happy, even if it involves criminal activities such as kidnapping and murder. The role requires an actor who can portray complex emotional dilemmas and moral ambiguity.

Compensation:

• $175/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Sister: Female, 20 to 30 years old, African, Black, Mixed ethnicity. The role involves reacting to the news of her brother’s kidnapping and murder.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Grandfather: Male, 60 to 70 years old, African, Black. Average body type, and must appear over 60. The role may involve emotive scenes that require a sensitive portrayal.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Nia: Female, 20 to 25 years old, African, Black, Hispanic, Mixed ethnicity. The character is Alan’s ex-girlfriend who provides investigators with a lead to help solve his murder.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Homeless Man: Male, 35 to 55 years old, all ethnicities. Scraggly, unkempt look required. The role involves finding Alan’s body at an abandoned home.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.

Casting Call: Actors for True Crime Series Reenactments

Job Description: We are currently seeking non-union actors to participate in a true crime series, which will involve reenactments of real-life events. These roles are for an upcoming television production that aims to recreate scenes for a true crime narrative. Actors will be involved in scenes that depict sensitive content, including kidnapping and murder. The successful candidates will be comfortable working within these contexts and will be able to convey a range of emotions authentically.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in reenactments of true crime scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and the director to ensure scenes are executed accurately and effectively.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity, adhering to the director’s vision.
• Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially when dealing with sensitive subject matter.

Requirements:

• Must be available to shoot on location in the Atlanta, GA area from March 4th to March 10th.
• Non-union status.
• Able to embody the physical and emotional characteristics of the role.
• Comfortable with acting in scenes that depict crime and violence.

Roles:

1. Alan: Male, 20 to 25 years old, African, Black. Average/fit body type, approximately 6′ dark skin tone. The role involves depicting a kidnapping and murder scene.

Compensation:

• $150/12 hours on set.