Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Teacher Role – Crime Drama Episode

Job Description
A television crime drama is casting for a teacher character in an intense high school scene. The role involves breaking up a violent altercation between students and requires physical capability for light stunt work. This is a dramatic, action-filled moment in the storyline and offers an exciting opportunity to portray a pivotal supporting character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teacher intervening in a violent altercation

• Perform light stunt work, including pulling a student away from another during a staged stabbing scene

• Follow direction to ensure safety and authenticity in the action sequence

• Maintain character and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• White female, ages 40–59

• Blonde, curly hair styled in big curls (likely with hot rollers or large barrel iron)

• Physically able to perform light stunts

• Available for filming during the production window

• Comfortable with dramatic and physically active scenes

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Hotel provided if needed

Upscale Event Wait Staff – Featured Background

Job Description
A feature film is seeking experienced wait staff to appear in an upscale military ball scene. Talent will be featured serving food and drinks in a formal setting, providing authenticity and professionalism to the production. This role is perfect for those with prior serving experience who can confidently work in a high-class event environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional wait staff in an elegant event setting

• Carry trays of food and drinks convincingly while following scene directions

• Maintain professionalism and composure throughout filming

• Work closely with production to ensure scene continuity and realism

Requirements

• Male or female, all ethnicities, ages 18–60

• Previous wait staff or serving experience required

• Conservative, average build preferred for wardrobe purposes

• Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license or state ID

• Able to work locally in Columbia, TN with a flexible schedule

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours; overtime after 8 hours (possible 12+ hour day)

Military Men & Women/Veterans – Featured Background

Job Description
A feature film is seeking male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–80, who currently serve or have previously served in the military (all branches) for a military ball scene. This role honors service members and veterans, and those with dress uniforms are especially encouraged to apply, although uniforms are not required. Real couples with at least one partner who is a military member are highly encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray military personnel authentically in a formal event setting

• Wear dress uniform if available (not mandatory)

• Participate in a respectful and professional depiction of a military ball scene

• Work collaboratively with production staff to maintain scene continuity

Requirements

• Male or female, all ethnicities, ages 18–80

• Current or former military service in any branch

• Local to Columbia, TN area or able to work as a local hire

• Flexible availability for a potential afternoon-to-late-night filming schedule

• Couples welcome, especially if one partner is a military member

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours; overtime after 8 hours (possible 12+ hour day)

Upscale Event Bartenders – Featured Background

Job Description
A feature film is casting experienced bartenders to appear in an upscale military ball scene. Talent will be featured serving drinks in a formal setting, bringing authenticity and professionalism to the production. This role is ideal for those with real bartending experience who can confidently work in a high-class event atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional bartender in an elegant event setting

• Serve drinks convincingly while following scene directions

• Maintain composure and professionalism during extended filming hours

• Collaborate with production to ensure continuity and realism in the scene

Requirements

• Male or female, all ethnicities, ages 21–50

• Previous bartending experience required

• Conservative, average build preferred for wardrobe purposes

• Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license or state ID

• Able to work locally in Columbia, TN and commit to a flexible schedule

Compensation

• $100 for up to 8 hours; overtime after 8 hours (possible 12+ hour day)

Background Actors – “Tell Me a Secret”

Job Description
A new production is casting adults 18 and older to work as paid background actors in the project “Tell Me a Secret.” Filming will take place in the New Orleans area and surrounding locations. This is an opportunity to be part of a professional set and gain valuable on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters as directed to support the scene’s atmosphere

• Follow on-set instructions from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Adults 18+ of all genders and ethnicities

• Local or able to work in the New Orleans area

• Provide accurate personal details including name, age, location, height, weight, and contact information

• Submit one headshot and one full-body photo taken without filters or editing

Compensation

• $150 for 12 hours

Paramedic Role – Streaming Platform Project

Job Description
A new streaming platform project is seeking a male or female actor to portray a paramedic in an upcoming shoot. This is a small-scale filming day with no large crowds, providing a more focused and professional on-set experience. Talent must have access to a paramedic costume or medical scrubs.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic paramedic for a scripted scene

• Wear a paramedic costume or scrubs provided by talent

• Follow all on-set directions to ensure scene accuracy

• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew in a professional manner

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 20–50

• Must provide own paramedic costume or scrubs

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

• Comfortable working in a small, professional production setting

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours unless otherwise stated

Indian Extras – Feature Film Wedding Scene

Job Description
A feature film is casting Indian extras to participate in a vibrant and culturally rich wedding scene. This is a great opportunity to be part of an authentic on-screen celebration while working alongside a professional cast and crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a traditional Indian wedding scene, following the director’s instructions

• Contribute to the atmosphere with authentic expressions and movements

• Wear culturally appropriate attire for the role, if requested by production

Requirements

• Indian talent, ages 18–70

• Comfortable performing as part of a group in a festive scene

• Available for filming during the specified shoot period

• Must be local or able to work in the Boston area

Compensation

• $224 per day

Background Talent – Concert Attendees

Job Description
A television production is seeking background talent of all genders, ages 18–65, to portray concert attendees. This outdoor scene will require long filming days in potentially hot conditions, and may involve running or getting wet as part of the performance. This is a great opportunity to work on a major TV production and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lively and authentic concert attendee in crowd scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure scene continuity

• Remain on set for extended filming days, participating in both planned and spontaneous actions

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout long shoots

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–65

• Local to Nashville, TN and surrounding areas (local hires only)

• Must be available for multiple consecutive filming days

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions for 12+ hours

• Able to take direction and adapt to scene requirements

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee)

• Time and a half pay for hours worked beyond 8 hours

African American Female – Featured Extra Role

Job Description
A television production is casting African American females in their 30s to early 40s with short hair for a featured non-speaking role. The role will also require a special effects fitting for a bald cap prior to filming. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile production and work alongside a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured extra role on set with professionalism

• Participate in a special effects fitting for a bald cap before filming

• Follow all on-set directions and maintain continuity in scenes

Requirements

• African American female, ages 30–44

• Short hair required (no wigs; natural hair length must be visible)

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Comfortable with non-speaking background work

• Provide recent color photos with no hats, wigs, sunglasses, or filters

• Clothing sizes: height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe size

Compensation

• Paid role; rate provided upon selection

Real Couple – Featured Background

Job Description
A production is seeking a real couple in their 30s or 40s to appear as featured background for a diner scene. Acting experience is a plus, but not required. This is a great opportunity for couples looking to gain on-set experience and work together in a professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a natural and believable couple in a diner setting

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Real couple aged 30–49

• Comfortable being on camera and working in a busy set environment

• Acting experience or training is a plus

• Previous appearances in commercials, TV shows, or films are welcome

• No hats, sunglasses, or filters in submitted photos

Compensation

• $250 per person