Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

CASTING SEARCH FOR A MAJOR TV NETWORK

We are casting MAJOR ROLES in a Network TV Pilot, the character description below.
Just so you know, it is free to submit. NO PROFESSIONAL ACTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED

CHARACTER DESCRIPTION

• 12-17-year-old Black teens
• English Speaking
• Skilled, versatile dancers in any of the following styles: footwork, majorette, lyrical

Search Chicago-style footwork and majorette for visual reference

This role will rehearse and shoot in Chicago, IL

GWC is seeking people 18 to look younger to portray High School Junior Girls for HIGH SCHOOL MOVIE MUSICAL by Paramount+.

-Tentative MATCHING work dates are 3/14, 3/16, and 3/17 in Morristown, NJ. Transportation will be provided from Manhattan. 
-Covid testing is 3/13 either in Middletown, NJ or Williamsburg, Bk (depending on your preference)
–Pay rate: $187/8hrs for SAG-AFTRA, $165/10hrs for Non-SAG, COVID testing: $100 stipend SAG-AFTRA, $60 stipend Non-SAG   

Please note, you must be able to present valid identification to fill out a Federal I9 form and be paid.  

Mandatory COVID testing provided by production prior to work.

This background performer role is covered by a SAG-AFTRA CBA  and subject to a Preference of Employment provision.

CASTING MULTIPLE ROLES!
Sins of the City Ep. 404
Knoxville, TN – March 16 & 17 (may not be needed both days)

CONTENT – THIS IS A POLICE BRUTALITY CASE

Roles:

[DETECTIVE]

• Late 30’s to 50’s.
• White male.
• Fit build.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.  
• Must be comfortable handling prop gun.

Rate – $135/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend).

[ROGER’S FRIEND]

• 30’s,
• Black male.
• Fit build.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content. He witnesses one of the victims being beaten by a group of police officers.

Rate – $100/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend). 

[PATRON #1]

• 20’s to 30’s,
• Black male.
• Fit build.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content. He witnesses one of the victims being beaten by a group of police officers.

Rate – $100/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend). 

[TRINA]

• 18 to 25 years old;
• Black female.
• Must be 18 or older to submit.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content. She witnesses one of the victims being beaten by a group of police officers.

Rate – $100/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend).

[CLERK]

• Middle Eastern male.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content. He witnesses one of the victims being beaten by a group of police officers.

Rate – $75/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend).

[DOCTOR]

• White female.
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content. She informs the family of the victim’s death.

Rate – $75/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend). 

[PLAIN CLOTHES OFFICERS]

• 30’s to 40’s,
• White male.
• Fit build.
• Must be comfortable running.
• Must be comfortable handling prop guns. They chase one of the victims, who is later shot and killed, but the plain clothes officers are not the ones who shoot him. Rate – $100/day (flat. no hotel, travel or stipend). 

UNION AND NON-MEMBER SUBMISSIONS

You DO NOT need to be registered with Central Casting.

Note: If you still need to register with Central Casting, you must have and be prepared to bring all documentation to fill out an I-9 on set!

Deborah S is taking submissions for a show seeking backgrounds of all ages and genders to portray Greek/Armenian/Balkan/Turkish Wedding Attendees. Must be available for all the work dates and at least one of the fitting dates and covid testing dates listed below.

DATES:
POSSIBLE FITTING: Thursday, 3/9 OR Friday, 3/10
PCR COVID TEST: Friday 3/10 OR Saturday 3/11
POSSIBLE WORK: Monday, 3/13 through Friday, 3/17

RATES:

Union BG – $187/8 work date, $46.75/2 fitting, $100 covid stipend
Non Union BG – $132/8 work date, $33/2 fitting, $33 covid stipend 

LOCATION: LA Area

Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming the shoot day. 

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TX Health Docu-Project Casting Call – REGARDING COVID-19 VACCINATIONS – PAID

Seeking real people (actors may apply) who live or work in or around West Texas, including El Paso, Lubbock, Midland, Abilene, and Odessa. but we would love to hear from people all over Texas. 

This docu-style project is specifically seeking people who have faced any conflict or issues with people they know (family, friends, community, workplace, school) when deciding to get vaccinated or not. 

The final interviews will be non-broadcast, for in-house purposes only. 

THIS IS A PAID OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE SELECTED FOR THE FINAL INTERVIEW. 

Shoot dates: TBD Week of March 23rd-March 30th 

STILL CASTING!

CASTING BLACK WOMEN AGED 55+ IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA FOR A FUN COMMERCIAL!

We’re seeking Black women and female-identifying Black people in the GTA, aged 45+, for a meaningful commercial! Women of ALL body types are encouraged to apply!

RECEIVE $675-$3,000+ FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING!

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a NON-UNION project. You don’t need any acting experience. However, it would be best if you were outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed
• To apply, you MUST be legally eligible to work in Canada
• To participate, you MUST be local to the Greater Toronto Area and be able to film in Toronto, ON
• If shortlisted, you MUST be available for an in-person audition with the director on March 9th or 13th, TBC
• If selected, you MUST be available for a Wardrobe fitting appointment on March 16th
• If selected, you MUST be available for filming EITHER March 17th, March 18th, or March 19th (TBC). You will only be required for ONE day of filming
• If booked, you will receive $100 for a COVID test appointment (if required), $75 for a fitting wardrobe appointment, and $600 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $2,400 for its use.
• IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE MARCH 12th

CASTING CALL – INSURANCE COMPANY – FILMING IN SYDNEY

We are casting a campaign for an Insurance company, looking to cast women of all backgrounds, shapes + sizes. 

1. KARAOKE WOMAN (60 yrs +)
Looking for a woman with confidence who isn’t afraid to give her all in a karaoke performance (no professional singing ability required!)

2.  OCEAN JUMPER (20 yrs +)
Looking for a woman who can confidently jump off of a high rock into the ocean 

3. ROOFTOP DANCER (25 – 30s)
We are looking for someone with an edge who can share their funny + goofy side with us. Must be comfortable dancing around on camera + climbing a wire fence. 

4. CURVY WOMAN (30s – 40s)
Looking for a woman with a curvy body shape who is comfortable in her underwear on camera

5. SOCCER PLAYER (20s – 30s)
Looking for a female soccer player who is comfortable + confident on the field – interesting + impressive soccer moves are a plus!

6. MOTHER (30s – 40s) + TWINS (2 – 3yrs)
Looking for a real mum with twin children

7. LGBTQIA+ FEMALE IDENTIFYING INDIVIDUAL (20 yrs +)
Strong, confident, and bold personality 

8. WOMAN WITH A MASTECTOMY
Looking to cast a woman who has had a mastectomy

9. WOMAN (40s – 50s) 
Looking for a woman who has some on-camera experience.  This role will be required to portray some emotion on camera.   

10. PREGNANT WOMAN (30s – 40s) 
Looking for a woman that is currently pregnant.

We are open to casting all gender identities for the roles above. Although some roles have specific genders attached, if you see a character that you connect with, please feel free to apply for that particular role. **

SHOOT DATES: 30th + 31st of March + 1st of April 2023 (1 x shoot day – TBC)

TALENT FEES: Selected Adult Talent will receive AUD 5,000 for their involvement
Selected Child Talent will receive AUD 500 for their involvement
*All fees are less tax, plus super

NASHVILLE AREA CASTING CALL – PROJECT: HOLLAND, MI (NASHVILLE, TN) 
NON-UNION BACKGROUND FOR AMAZON STUDIOS FEATURE

WHERE:
NASHVILLE AREA (only accepting submissions from Nashville area locals)

WHEN: 
TUESDAY, MARCH 14TH

RATE:
$80.00 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee + time and a half after 8 hours) must be able to commit to being on set for 12+ hours. We may only need you for a short time, but we must be able to save to that. (Minors will not be booked for more than 9.5 hours)

WHO:

MALES TO PLAY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 14-23 YEARS OF AGE

ALL GENDERS — HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH PERIOD SPECIFIC CARS ($30.00 bump) If you have a vehicle from the year 2000 or earlier (or even a 2001, 2002, 2003, or 2004 model that did not change from the year 2000) that will work! Or, If your parent/guardian has one from that period, let us know. 

Please note this will require a pre-employment Covid test and costume fitting. 
Testing and fitting will take place on separate days (TBD)
Fitting $20 compensation (2 hours) 
Covid Test: $30 compensation

COVID/VACCINATION:
Consistent with the COVID-19 Return to Work Agreement, this production has a mandatory vaccine policy for working in Zone A, including actors and background actors. This production may make limited accommodations as required by law for individuals that cannot be vaccinated because they are minors, have a disability, and have a sincerely held religious belief.

As of March 15th, 2022, the definition of ‘Fully Vaccinated’ includes a booster dose. If you’re NOT eligible for a booster dose until after March 15th, you can work until considered suitable for a booster.

NON-UNION SUBMISSIONS ONLY
Must be registered with Central Casting!

Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming the shoot day.

Serena G is taking submissions for a show seeking background with archer experience who can portray members of an archery club.

DATES: 
COVID Test: Wednesday, March 8th 
Possible Work: Thursday, March 9th

Location: LA Area

Rate: $33/2 Covid Test, $132/8 Work Hours

Storm of Suspicion, ep 502- non-union, true crime recreation with no scripted audio.  

Filming in the Knoxville area March 16-17.  Specific schedule TBD

VICTOR, a victim- Must resemble the attached photo.  A mustache is important, but we will have hair/makeup on set to build and thicken the mustache if necessary.  

He is found in the snow with two bullet wounds to the head and neck.  

$150/day + hotel