Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Adults and Kids for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting adults and kids of all ages and ethnicities for lead and background roles. This project offers a fast turnaround and is a great chance to gain on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as lead or background talent in a commercial shoot

• Participate in filming as directed by the production team

• Be prepared with current headshots, full-body photos, and an audition tape

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility during the shoot

Requirements

• Open to adults and children of all ethnicities and ages

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Rochester, NY

• Must be available for 1–2 shoot days in October

• Must provide updated headshots, full-body photos, and audition tape

Compensation

• Paid non-union opportunity

Casting Male Actor for True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a male actor to portray “Chris” in an upcoming shoot. This is a non-union production for network television filming in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of Chris in a scripted true crime reenactment

• Work closely with the production team to bring the storyline to life

• Follow direction for both dialogue and physical performance as required

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• White male, late 30s to early 40s

• Must be available for scheduled filming days

• Comfortable with true crime recreation storytelling

• Local to Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• Flat rate of $125/day

Casting Adult Photo Double for Film Project

Job Description
A production is seeking an adult photo double for an upcoming shoot. The selected talent will closely match the actor in height, weight, hair, and complexion.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming

• Match the actor’s physical characteristics to ensure continuity

• Be available and punctual for scheduled filming day

• Follow direction from the production team on set

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older

• Height: 4’11”

• Weight: 97 lbs

• Hair and complexion should closely match the actor

• Local hires only; out-of-town or out-of-state submissions will not be considered

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Call for Background Extras with Cars and Restaurant Patrons

Job Description
A television production is casting background extras for scenes requiring passersby with cars as well as upscale restaurant patrons. This is a great opportunity for non-union and ACTRA performers to gain on-set experience while contributing to the realism of the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background extras in street and restaurant scenes

• Bring set-appropriate cars for use in production if applicable (bonus provided)

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Ensure professionalism and punctuality during call times

Requirements

• Approximately 20 background actors with cars for passerby scenes

• 15 background actors for upscale restaurant crowd (ages 30s–early 60s)

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• ACTRA and Non-Union performers welcome

• Must not have previously appeared on this series as a detective or DA office role

• If applying with a car, include year/make/color of vehicle

Compensation

• $40 provided for bringing a car

• Standard background actor rates apply

Casting Male Actor for True Crime Recreation Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking a male actor to portray “Chris” in an upcoming shoot. This is a non-union production for network television filming in Knoxville, TN.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of Chris in a scripted true crime reenactment

• Work closely with the production team to bring the storyline to life

• Follow direction for both dialogue and physical performance as required

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• White male, late 30s to early 40s

• Must be available for scheduled filming days

• Comfortable with true crime recreation storytelling

• Local to Knoxville, TN (no travel, hotel, or stipend provided)

Compensation

• Flat rate of $125/day

Casting Male Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting male extras to portray characters in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience and work alongside a professional crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a background extra in selected scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity and realism

• Arrive on time and ready for wardrobe fitting and filming

• Maintain professionalism and flexibility during production hours

Requirements

• Male actors, mid-20s to early 30s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to the Illinois area (no travel provided)

• Must be available for a mandatory wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Standard background actor rate (details provided upon selection)

• Wardrobe fitting included in the booking

Pacific Islander Female Actor for Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a Pacific Islander female actor in her 40s–50s for an upcoming shoot. This is a paid opportunity offering both a day rate and a buyout for extended usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial production as directed by the creative team

• Deliver a natural, authentic on-camera presence

• Collaborate with the production crew to bring the project vision to life

Requirements

• Female actor, Pacific Islander

• Age range: 40s–50s

• Must be professional, reliable, and comfortable on camera

• Previous acting or commercial experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $500 per shoot day

• $1,000 for a 3-year buyout

Male Photo Double for TV Series 911 Nashville

Job Description
A television production is casting a male photo double for the series 911 Nashville. The role requires someone with a very close resemblance to the actor being doubled. Filming will take place in Franklin, TN, and is open to local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for the lead actor

• Match the actor’s body type and appearance for continuity in filming

• Be prepared for a full day on set with flexibility for extended hours

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure seamless integration into scenes

Requirements

• Male, height 5’6”–5’8”

• Approximately 195 lbs

• Shirt size: Large

• Pants size: 36–40

• Must be a local hire in the Franklin, TN area

• Must be fully available regardless of call time

Compensation

• $200 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

BBQ Attendees for TX Commercial Spot

Job Description
A Texas commercial spot is casting background actors to portray BBQ attendees. Adults and children are encouraged to submit for this fun opportunity to be part of a lively outdoor scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background attendees in a BBQ setting

• Follow direction from the production team to create a natural and authentic environment

• Be available for the full filming day

Requirements

• Ages 6–75

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be non-union

• Must be available for the scheduled work date

Compensation

• $150 for 10 hours

Casting Background Actors for Feature Film Scary Movie

Job Description
A feature film in the Scary Movie franchise is casting background actors to appear in interior church scenes. This is a great opportunity to be part of an iconic comedy series filming in Atlanta, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray churchgoers in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure authenticity and continuity

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the filming day

Requirements

• Black / African American actors

• All genders, ages 18+

• Must be available for the scheduled filming date in Atlanta

Compensation

• Paid background opportunity