Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Background Actors for Sketch Comedy Series

Job Description: We are looking for energetic and versatile background actors to participate in various sketch comedy segments for a series featuring internet sensation, Kountry Wayne. These roles are for “The Gang” skits, which will require the actors to portray gang members in a humorous and recurring set of skits. We are specifically seeking African American males, aged 18-30, who can bring authenticity and a strong presence to the screen. Individuals with tattoos are especially encouraged to apply, as they will add to the character’s realism.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work under the direction of the production staff to perform in various skits as a background actor.
• Portray a gang member convincingly as required by the script while maintaining a commitment to the comedic tone of the segment.
• Participate in costume fittings and adhere to wardrobe requirements.
• Be available for the entirety of the filming date and commit to potential callbacks or additional shooting days.
• Maintain professionalism on set at all times and take direction from the casting director and production team.

Requirements:

• Must be an African American male, ages 18-30.
• Tattoos are a plus but not a strict requirement.
• No previous acting experience required, but must be comfortable performing in front of a camera.
• Must be available for filming on Thursday, January 11, 2024.
• Must be local to Atlanta, GA, or able to travel to the location at own expense.

Compensation:

• This is a paid opportunity. Specific rates will be discussed upon selection.

Atlanta Casting Call: Major R&B Music Video

About the Project: We are casting for a highly anticipated music video for a renowned R&B singer. The video features a compelling narrative that draws inspiration from the movie “A Thin Line Between Love & Hate”.

Roles:

1. Lead Female Model/Actress

   • Responsibilities:
     • Perform in a detailed skit scene, requiring the portrayal of emotional depth and confrontation with the artist.
     • Participate in a love-making scene, which will be artistically executed with a nod to the aforementioned movie. The scene is not overly graphic but requires a level of comfort with the content.
   • Outfit Required:
     • Grey business suit dress
     • Lingerie
     • Black dress with long sleeves
   • Compensation: $400

2. Supporting Model (Side Piece Role)

   • Responsibilities:
     • Appear in scenes depicting casual and social settings.
   • Outfit Required:
     • Casual, going-for-drinks attire
     • Workout-type outfit
   • Compensation: $300

Requirements:

• Age Range: 18-30 years old
• For the Lead Role: Strong acting skills and comfort with a love-making scene.
• Ability to follow direction and work collaboratively with the production team and other cast members.
• Availability for the entire duration of the shoot on the specified date.

Casting Call: Gap-Toothed Kids/Youth for International Toothpaste Campaign

Job Details:

• Title: Gap-Toothed Kids/Youth for Toothpaste Campaign
• Location: Shooting in Uruguay
• Age Range: 11 to 16 years
• Travel Requirement: Must have valid Canadian passport (valid for at least 6 months from return date)

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a toothpaste advertising campaign, highlighting the beauty and uniqueness of gap teeth.
• Engage in various activities as directed, including whistling to parts of a song during the self-tape audition and the actual shoot. (Note: Proficiency in whistling is not a requirement – we value enthusiasm and character!)

Requirements:

• Must have a distinctive gap tooth.
• Should be fun, lively, and possess a unique character.
• Canadian nationality with a valid Canadian passport.
• Availability to travel to Uruguay with a chaperone (all travel expenses covered).

Compensation:

• Travel Day: $600 per travel day (exact number of days to be determined).
• Down Day: $300 per down day (exact number of days to be determined).
• Wardrobe Allowance: $75.
• Session Fee: $600 per day.
• Moving Media Buyout Fee: $3,500 (subject to survival of the edit, inclusive of all lifts, edits, versions).
• Print Buyout Fee: $2,000 (subject to survival of the edit).

Casting Call: Extras for Tyler Perry Studios Movie

Tyler Perry Studios is excited to announce a casting call for male and female extras to be a part of an upcoming movie. We are seeking a diverse group of individuals to portray airplane passengers and flight attendants. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a Tyler Perry production and gain experience on a professional film set.

Job Details:

• Roles:

  • Airplane Passengers

  • Flight Attendants

• Race: All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

• Age: 18-65

Job Responsibilities:

• Follow directions from the director and crew.

• Actively participate in scenes as background actors, portraying airplane passengers or flight attendants.

• Maintain professionalism on set at all times.

• Be available for the entire shooting schedule on the specified date.

Requirements:

• Legal age of 18 years or older.

• Based in or able to travel to Atlanta, GA (travel expenses are not covered).

• Comfortable being on camera and able to follow direction.

• Punctual and reliable, with a professional attitude.

• Flexible and adaptable to the dynamic environment of a film set.

Compensation:

• $100 for an 8-hour day. Overtime will be compensated accordingly.

Casting Call: Extras for TV Show – Female Prisoners, Guards, and Visitors

Job Details: We are currently casting for a television show filming in Chicago. We are seeking males and females, aged 20’s to 50’s, to play various roles including female prisoners, guards, and visitors. This opportunity is open to individuals of all ethnicities. Please note, this is for a one-day shoot on the specified date.

Responsibilities:

• Portray the assigned role (prisoner, guard, or visitor) in a realistic and professional manner.
• Follow directions from the director and crew members.
• Be prepared for long hours on set.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to interact with other cast members according to the needs of the scene.

Requirements:

• Must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.
• Ages 20’s to 50’s, all ethnicities.
• Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must not have worked on this particular show in the past two weeks.
• Must be available for the entire day on January 12th.
• Must have a flexible schedule and reliable transportation.

Compensation:

• This is a paid opportunity. Specific rates will be discussed upon selection.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.

Casting Call: Motorcycle Rider and Motorcycle Club for SAG Walgreens Commercial

Vicky Boone Casting is excited to announce a casting call for an upcoming SAG Walgreens commercial. We are looking for talented individuals to fill both lead and background roles involving motorcycle riders. Here are the details:

Roles:

1. Motorcycle Rider – Lead Role

   • Age: 30 to 50 years old
   • Ethnicity: Hispanic man
   • Requirements: Must be an experienced and strong motorcycle rider, possessing an expressive face and natural confidence. Ideally, should be a real member of a motorcycle group or club with frequent riding experience.
   • Rate: SAG-AFTRA Scale

2. Motorcycle Club Members – Background Roles

   • Age: 25 to 55 years old
   • Ethnicity: All ethnicities, men and women
   • Requirements: Must be part of a real motorcycle club that rides together often (can include mixed groups of men and women). Participants must provide their own gear. Submissions should be made as part of a complete group.
   • Rate: SAG-AFTRA Background Scale

Project Details:

• Project Name: Walgreens
• Union Status: SAG-AFTRA
• Audition Date for Lead Role: Self-tapes due by January 11th, 2024
• Callback Date for Lead Role: Virtual Callback on January 17th, 2024
• Wardrobe Date for Lead and Background Roles: 1 day, To Be Decided – January 21, 22, or 23, 2024
• Shoot Dates: January 23 & 24 OR 25 & 26, 2024
• Location: Austin, TX (Applicants must be able to work locally in Austin, TX)

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead Role: Portraying a character in a SAG Walgreens commercial, including performing on a motorcycle.
• Background Roles: Participating in the commercial as members of a motorcycle club, showcasing group riding dynamics.

Casting Call: Indigenous Clinic Patient Role

Job Details: Central Casting is currently seeking Union and Non-Union actors to portray Indigenous clinic patients for an upcoming scene in a high-profile production. This role is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain experience or add to their acting portfolio.

Location: The scene will be filmed in the Rockland area. Complimentary transportation will be provided from Manhattan for those who require it.

Shooting Schedule: The filming will take place indoors and is scheduled as part of the current season’s production. Exact dates and times will be communicated upon selection.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of an Indigenous clinic patient in a realistic and respectful manner.
• Follow the director’s instructions and adapt to changes in the scene as needed.
• Be available for costume fittings and makeup as required by the production team.
• Maintain professionalism on set and work collaboratively with other cast and crew members.

Requirements:

• Must be a registered actor with Central Casting.
• Identify as Indigenous or have an Indigenous heritage.
• Must be available for the entire shooting schedule and any preparatory meetings or rehearsals.
• Ability to follow direction and perform convincingly in front of the camera.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation:

• Union actors will be compensated at a rate of $208 for an 8-hour day.
• Non-Union actors will be compensated at a rate of $176 for a 10-hour day.

Casting Call: Major Movie Production – Extras Needed in Clarksdale, MS and Memphis, TN

Job Details:

• Location: Clarksdale, Mississippi, and Memphis, Tennessee.
• Filming Dates:
  • Clarksdale, MS: Monday, January 22, 2024.
  • Memphis, TN: Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
• Project: A new major movie production.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Clarksdale, MS Extras:
   • Soul Food Restaurant Customers: Acting as customers in a soul food restaurant scene. African-American individuals only.
   • Grungy Bar Extras: Portraying biker/trucker types in a bar scene. Caucasian individuals only.
2. Memphis, TN Extras:
   • Street Pedestrians: Performing as pedestrians in various street scenes. Open to all ethnicities.

Requirements:

• Age:
  • Clarksdale, MS: Ages 18 to 60 for restaurant customers; 21 to 50 for bar scene.
  • Memphis, TN: Ages 18 to 65 for street pedestrians.
• Availability: Must be available on the specified filming dates.
• Local Hiring Preference: Preference given to locals in Clarksdale, MS and Memphis, TN. However, applicants from other areas are welcome but will be responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses.
• Ethnicity: As specified for each role.

Compensation:

• Rate: $100 for an 8-hour day (Rate is the same for both locations and roles).

Casting Call: Hip Hop/Rap Fans for Commercial

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate actively and enthusiastically in the commercial shoot, demonstrating genuine interest and knowledge in Hip Hop/Rap music.
• Follow directions from the director and crew to meet the creative vision of the commercial.
• Be prepared for various takes and potentially long hours of shooting.
• Interact with other cast members and the celebrity artist in a professional manner.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Age Range: 18-25 years old
• Ethnicity: Any
• Location: Must be a local resident of Austin or able to commute to the location.
• Commitment: Must be available to shoot on both days, with full availability from day to evening.
• Application Deadline: Must respond by today.

Compensation:

• Pay: $300 per day

Casting Call: Non-Union Women with Motorcycles

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in various scenes requiring motorcycle riders.
• Ability to follow directions from the director and crew.
• Work collaboratively with other cast members and production team.
• Maintain a professional demeanor on set.
• Ensure personal motorcycle is in good condition and ready for use in scenes.

Requirements:

• Must be registered with Central Casting.
• Own a motorcycle that can be used on set.
• Open to all ages and ethnicities.
• Comfortable riding a motorcycle in a controlled, on-set environment.
• Reliable and punctual, with the ability to commit to all listed dates.
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.

Compensation:

• $136 per 8-hour day.