Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call – Seniors for Feature Film

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking seniors in their 70s and older who love going to the cinema to portray customers in an upcoming feature film. This project celebrates authentic moviegoers and their love for film, offering a chance to be part of a professional production shooting in London.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as cinema customers in a feature film scene

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Bring natural personality and enthusiasm for cinema to the role

• Work professionally alongside cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 70 and older

• Must be based in or around London, or have a London base

• Passion for going to the cinema encouraged

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity with pay parity across all cast and crew

Production Crew Needed – Fashion Event

Job Description
A fashion event in Chicago is seeking production crew members and assistants to support an upcoming showcase. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fashion and events industry while working with a professional team.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, steaming garments, and breakdown after the event

• Work as dressers and showroom assistants to support models and event staff

• Male models may be cast to serve in a host/server position

• Sales assistants with prior experience will help manage customer interactions

• Ensure smooth execution of the event alongside production staff

Requirements

• Must be available between August 14–19 (full availability not required)

• Reliable, professional, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Previous sales or fashion event experience preferred for specific roles

• Male talent should be comfortable modeling/serving as required

Compensation

• Paid event positions (rate details provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Female Lead Model for Music Video

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for a female lead model to star in an upcoming music video shoot in the Hamptons, NY. This is a compensated role offering strong on-camera exposure in a creative and professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead model in a music video

• Showcase strong presence, confidence, and personality on camera

• Work with the director and creative team to capture the desired performance

• Maintain professionalism and adaptability throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female model, age range 18+

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

• Comfortable performing in a lead, on-camera role

• Reliable and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Paid role (rate details provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Women for NYC/NJ Music Video

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking women based in NYC or NJ to appear in an upcoming music video. This is a paid opportunity and no prior acting or modeling experience is required, making it a great chance for new talent to gain exposure in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured talent in a music video

• Follow creative direction from the production team during filming

• Showcase confidence, energy, and natural presence on camera

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Women only, ages 18–30

• All ethnicities and backgrounds welcome

• No height requirement

• Must be local to NYC/NJ and available on the scheduled filming date

• No prior experience needed

Compensation

• Paid role (rate details provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Female Models for Major Music Video

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for three female models to appear in a high-profile music video filming in Atlanta. The roles require confidence, strong presence, and the ability to perform twerking and dance-style movements on camera. This is a short shoot with competitive pay for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as featured models in a music video

• Showcase confidence, energy, and strong camera presence

• Dance and twerk in character as part of the video concept

• Follow production direction to capture the desired look and performance

Requirements

• Female models, ages 18–28

• Must have a nice appearance, strong body confidence, and dance ability

• Comfortable wearing stripper-inspired attire (bring 2–3 outfit options; nothing see-through)

• Must be healthy and reliable on the shoot day

Compensation

• $200 for 2–3 hours of work

• Paid on the day of filming

Commercial Casting Call – Dean’s Home Service

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking local talent near Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, for a commercial shoot with Dean’s Home Service. This project offers a fun opportunity for actors to play relatable family roles in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted commercial scene portraying a family dynamic

• Work collaboratively with other cast members to create authentic character interactions

• Follow direction from the production team to bring humor and relatability to the commercial

Requirements

• Danielle (DIY Sister): Female, African-American, late 20s–mid 30s

• Dave (Duct-Tape Loving Uncle): Male, late 50s–mid 60s, any ethnicity, with a “messy uncle” vibe

• Brian (Budget Loving Brother): Male, late 30s–early 40s, any ethnicity

• Frank (Father-in-Law): Male, late 50s–mid 60s, any ethnicity (must match Son-in-Law’s ethnicity with a clear age gap)

• Son-in-Law: Male, late 30s–early 40s, same ethnicity as Frank

Compensation

• $500/day

• Local hire only (Brooklyn Center, MN)

Casting Call – Baseball Players and Umpires for TV Series

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for real baseball players and umpires for an upcoming scene in a television series. This exciting project will film in the Hudson Valley area and is seeking authentic athletes who can portray high school players on screen. No acting experience is required, just real ballplayers who look the part.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school athletes in a baseball game scene

• Follow direction from the production team and deliver natural performances

• Bring personal authenticity and energy to the role

• Umpires will officiate the scene for realism

Requirements

• Baseball players: Must be 18+ but able to look like high school athletes

• Umpires: Open to adults with baseball knowledge and experience

• Real players strongly preferred; Division One players may participate voluntarily for IMDB credit

• Must be available for filming in the Hudson Valley/Poughkeepsie, NY

Compensation

• $176 for 10 hours

• Additional bump for players who bring their own uniforms and equipment

• Voluntary IMDB credit option for Division One players

Casting Call – Featured Teens for Upcoming Project

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking teens and young adults to appear as featured talent in an upcoming project filming in early to mid-September. This is a great opportunity for young performers to gain professional on-set experience and bring authentic energy to a high school setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured teen in scripted scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to achieve the desired performance

• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming

• Work collaboratively with other cast members to create realistic high school portrayals

Requirements

• African American male, ages 13–16, ideally with some performance experience

• Young adults ages 18–20 with youthful looks to pass as high school students

• Parents/guardians must provide consent and contact information for minors under 18

• Must submit a recent photo and complete contact details for consideration

Compensation

• Paid featured teen roles (rate details provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Jamaican and West Indian Women and Elders for Music Video

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking Jamaican and West Indian women and elders to appear in an upcoming music video. This project celebrates culture, heritage, and community, and is open to women of all abilities and backgrounds. Talent must be based in London to be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as featured talent in a professional music video

• Bring authenticity, personality, and cultural pride to the production

• Follow direction from the creative team to help capture the vision of the project

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Jamaican and West Indian women and elders

• All abilities and classes welcome

• Must be London-based

• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• Paid music video roles (rate details provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Extras for Christmas Movie

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking extras of all ages and backgrounds to appear in an upcoming Great American Family Christmas feature film. This heartwarming holiday project will film in Buffalo and is looking for a variety of community roles to bring the festive story to life. Both union and non-union talent are welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles that reflect authentic small-town Christmas life

• Work professionally with the cast and crew to support key holiday scenes

• Follow direction on set to ensure continuity and performance quality

• Be available for 1–3 filming days as required

Requirements

• Churchgoers: Male & Female, ages 18–70s

• Coffee Shop Patrons: Male & Female, ages 18–60s

• Townspeople: Male & Female, ages 18–70s

• Small Town Shoppers: Male & Female, ages 18–70s

• Light Festival Vendors: Male & Female, ages 18–50s

• School Kids: Male & Female, ages 6–13 (parental consent and child permits required)

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

Compensation

• Union rate: $216 for 8 hours

• Non-union rate: $150 for 8 hours