Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Long-Distance Runners for Charity Shoot

Job Description
A charity collaboration shoot is seeking long-distance runners to appear in an on-camera project featuring a running personality. Talent will be filmed in active running scenes and should be comfortable performing on camera while maintaining natural athletic movement. This is an excellent opportunity for runners who want to be part of a meaningful charitable project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform long-distance running on camera

• Follow direction for pacing, movement, and shot setup

• Wear running attire appropriate for filming

• Maintain energy and consistency throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Lean-bodied runners of any gender

• Comfortable with their face being shown on camera

• Able to work in South East London

• Must be available for an overnight shoot window

Compensation

• £100 for the day

Casting Bike Riders for Featured Background Role in Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking men and women who are comfortable riding bikes for a featured background role. Talent will appear in outdoor scenes that require confident, natural bike riding and the ability to follow on-set direction. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy physical background work and want to be part of a cinematic production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Ride a bicycle safely during filming

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, pacing, and positioning

• Maintain continuity and consistent performance across takes

• Remain available for the full duration of the shoot day

Requirements

• Men and women of all ethnicities

• Must be comfortable and confident riding a bike

• Able to work locally on the specified shoot date

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting African American Female for Music-Inspired Scene

Job Description
A production is casting an African American female performer for a final wrap-day scene inspired by a lively Bourbon Street atmosphere. This is a pantomime-only role, meaning talent will act out playing the clarinet (or appear with one) but will not be required to perform musically. Background talent will appear in reaction shots alongside the cast, contributing to the vibrant energy of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a Bourbon Street–style scene as a clarinet-playing performer (pantomime only)

• Provide natural reactions and on-camera presence during crowd and cast interaction shots

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• African American female

• Clarinet player or able to pantomime convincingly with or without a clarinet

• Must be available for the full shoot day in Conyers, GA

• Comfortable participating in energetic crowd-style scenes

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

• Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Real serving experience required (current or past)

• Available for filming on the specified date

• Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

• Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Actor for “Devon” Role in Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A crime recreation production is seeking talent to portray Devon, a character in his 20s who closely resembles the provided reference photo. This role includes performing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder reenactments, requiring strong emotional reactions and comfort working in intense, dramatic scenarios. Talent should be reliable, expressive, and able to take direction well on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Devon in reenactment scenes involving crime-related content

• Deliver believable emotional and physical reactions

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity

• Maintain professionalism throughout production

• Be available for the full shoot window

Requirements

• Male presenting, 20s

• Must resemble the reference photo provided by casting

• Comfortable performing in scenes involving scripted violence and murder reenactments

• Local or able to work in Knoxville, TN

• Available for a Monday afternoon call time

Compensation

• $200 per day worked

Casting Talent for Major Period Drama

Job Description
A major period drama filming in Atlanta is casting multiple featured and background roles for various scenes set throughout the production schedule. This project calls for performers who can bring authenticity, personality, and professionalism to period-inspired environments. Talent should be comfortable in wardrobe fittings, taking direction, and embodying the tone of a historical drama.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted and background scenes for a period drama

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, continuity, and reactions

• Attend mandatory wardrobe fittings

• Maintain historically appropriate appearances as instructed (no visible tattoos, modern hair colors, or highlights)

• Remain available for the full duration of assigned shoot dates

Requirements

• Real Couples: Ages 20–40, classy and in love. Must submit individually and include photos together.

• Female Waitress/Bartender: Women, ages 25–45, with real experience preferred. Must be available on December 10th and 11th.

• Male Guards: Men with security, law enforcement, or related experience preferred. Must be available December 9th and January 24th or January 8th.

• Kids: Boys and girls ages 8–12. Must be available December 10th and 11th.

• All roles require no visible tattoos if wardrobe exposes skin, and natural hair color only.

Compensation

• $180–$210+ per day depending on role

Casting Female Talent for Younger Character Photo Double

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female actor to portray the younger version of an existing character for a featured photo shoot. This role requires a close visual match to the established character, including similar facial features, hair color, and overall appearance. Talent must feel comfortable being photographed in lingerie and able to deliver natural, confident expressions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a photo shoot as the younger version of a character

• Provide natural expressions and maintain professionalism during intimate wardrobe styling

• Match the look and essence of the established character

• Follow direction from the creative team for posing and positioning

• Remain available for the full shoot day

Requirements

• Female, ages 25–30

• Must closely resemble the older character (face shape, hair color, general appearance)

• Comfortable wearing lingerie for a professional photo shoot

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Able to commit to a potential 12+ hour day

Compensation

• $175 for 8 hours

Casting South Asian Male Talent for Exterior Shoot

Job Description
A production is seeking South Asian male talent for an upcoming exterior shoot. This role involves appearing in a scene filmed outdoors and requires reliability, professionalism, and comfort working on set with the production team. Talent should be prepared for varying weather conditions and able to follow simple direction during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an exterior shoot as background or featured talent

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Remain on set for the full duration of the call time

• Maintain professionalism and readiness throughout filming

Requirements

• South Asian males

• Ages 30s, 40s, or 50s

• Comfortable working outdoors

• Available for a Friday shoot in the Mosport/Bowmanville area

• Able to self-drive or use shuttle if provided

Compensation

• Paid according to ACTRA BP rates

Casting Extras for Music Video

Job Description
A girl group music video is seeking extras to help create an energetic, stylish atmosphere for an upcoming shoot. Extras will appear in background scenes that support the main storyline and performance moments. This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy being on set and bringing natural personality to a music-driven environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various music video scenes

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Bring natural reactions, energy, and presence to camera

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• All genders

• Ages 18–60

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must have reliable transportation

• Available for a 3–4 hour evening call time in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $50 for the role

Casting Male Talent for Music Video Boyfriend Role

Job Description
A girl group music video is seeking male talent to portray a charismatic boyfriend character. This role features light acting, flirtatious on-camera energy, and a confident presence. Talent should be comfortable performing in a fun, stylish music video environment and able to bring charm and personality to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a boyfriend character in a narrative-style music video

• Bring natural flirtation, confidence, and personality to camera

• Follow direction for simple actions, blocking, and expressive moments

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Men ages 18–35

• All ethnicities welcome

• Handsome look preferred; ideally with a fit or muscular build

• Comfortable flirting and performing natural reactions on camera

• Must have reliable transportation

• Available for a 3–4 hour call time in Atlanta, GA

Compensation

• $200 for the role

• Call time varies depending on assignment (morning or evening shoot)