Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

NOW CASTING

PAID FEMALE AND MALE EXTRAS,

• ALL ETHNICITIES,
• AGES 21 to 35
• to portray ATTRACTIVE UPSCALE CLUB GOERS for a New Media Movie “Family Portrait” on ALL BLK network filming in Atlanta, GA.

These specific roles will shoot on MONDAY APRIL 3, 2023

Rate: $90/8

COVID Testing: will be a rapid test upon arrival. Your results must come from the designated lab that all cast, and crew use on this production.

CASTING NOTICE, CALABASAS, CA

Breakdown: YOUTH TREATMENT FACILITY
Project: Calabasas Youth Treatment Facility
Project Type: COMMERCIAL (Web & Social Media)
Union Status: NON-UNION
Rate of Pay / Contract:
$400.00/day +20% Agency fee (if represented)

FILMING Date: TUESDAY 04/11/2023
Audition Date(s): photo select only
Callback Date(s): NA
Shoot Location: CALABASAS, CA
Usage: Web and Social Media In Perpetuity
Conflicts: NONE
Additional Project Info:
CALABASAS, CA Area LOCAL HIRE ONLY! (transportation and/or accommodation is NOT provided)

Roles:

[FEATURED – TEEN TREATMENT CLIENTS]

• ALL Genders (including Gender Neutral),
• ALL ethnicities
• age range 13-18 (to be able to portray this age range),
• variety of types comfortable with content portrayed in a Youth Drug and Alcohol Treatment facility.
• NO dialogue, but the acting experience will be required as you will be asked to participate in instructor-led activities (such as basketball, hiking, yoga, painting, and classroom).
• IF Minor is under 18, Parent/Guardian MUST always remain on set.

[FEATURED – PARENTS]

• ALL Genders (including Gender Neutral),
• ALL ethnicities,
• age range 32-55,
• variety of Parental types who are comfortable with content as being portrayed as a Parent of a Minor in a Youth Drug and Alcohol Treatment facility.
• No dialogue but the acting experience will be required as you will be asked to react to certain director-led situations.

CASTING CALL DETAILS:

PROJECT: COMMERCIAL SPECS 

DATE: MON., 4/10 

SPEAKING ROLES: SEE BELOW

RATE: Non-paid, but WILL receive gas reimbursement (up to $30) and food will be provided. You will get a copy of the finished spot for your reel. 

LOCATION: NORTHWEST INDIANA – This is about an hour and 15 mins outside of Chicago. Must be willing to travel to this location. 

1) GOLFER ROLE:

• MALE,
• 20-30s,
• ANY ETHNICITY.
• Must have a good-looking golf swing, but does not have to be good at golf. Looking for a convincing swing only. 

2) BOYFRIEND ROLE:

• MALE,
• 20-30s,
• ANY ETHNICITY

3) FIANCE ROLE:

• FEMALE,
• 20s-30s,
• ANY ETHNICITY. 

4) UNHINGED/BOSSY/FAB FRIEND ROLE:

• 30s,
• ANY GENDER,
• ANY ETHNICITY. 

MAJOR FEATURE PHOTO DOUBLE CASTING NOTICE

A major feature set for summer release, is gearing up for reshoots in LA and we are currently taking submissions for:

• Caucasian FEMALE Photo Double!
• Must be 18+, to portray mid-70’s.
• Must fit the following description and attached photo: 5’0; 31-29-36, short brunette hair!
• You must be available for the tentative shoot date of SUNDAY, APRIL 16th! Also requires a fitting prior Tuesday, April 11th!

SEEKING:

• HISPANIC/LATINO Grandparents, Parents, Kids – Multigenerational Family for UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL COMMERCIAL in San Antonio, TX. 
• Seeking full families and individuals. 
• Shoots April 11th or 12th. 
• $1000 per person if selected. 

MAJOR FEATURE – MULTIPLE HAND DOUBLE NEEDED

A major feature set for a summer release, is gearing up for reshoots in LA, and we are currently taking submissions for:

• Several FEMALE HAND DOUBLES!
• Must be 18+!
• You must be available for the tentative shoot date of SUNDAY, APRIL 16th! Also may require a fitting prior – Date TBD!
• Hands needed to reflect the following:
  #1 – Caucasian Female; mid-20s, well manicured, fair skin tone
  #2 – Caucasian Female; mid-70s, veins showing, some sun spots/freckles
  #3 – Hispanic Female; early 30’s, tan/olive skin tone

NOW CASTING – PT Sizzle

Filming Location: Hartsville, SC

Must work local to Hartsville, SC, travel & lodging NOT paid.

Film date will be either April 5 or April 6

Rate: $1000/day + 20% agency fee if applicable

ROLE:

YOUNG KELVIN – 10 to 15 years old, Black American Boy
Playing a younger version of our lead actor. 

Casting for People with Unique Style

• All Ethnicities, All shapes and sizes.
• Between 25 and 35 years old.

We are looking for a range of party people for a Alcohol online commercial on 18th and 19th April. We are specifically looking for people with their own unique style.

We would also like to find people who can easily take movement based direction, so we would love to cast some dancers for this.

Dates: 18th and 19th April (London studio location)

6 x featured extras
BSF: £350 
Usage: £2000 to cover; Moving Image – online. Stills – Worldwide, 24months, Online, OOH, Point of Sale 
Dates: 18th and 19th April (London studio location)

2 x walk on extras 
BSF: £250 
Dates 19th April only (London studio location) 

7 x featured extras
BSF: £350 
Usage: £1500 to cover; Moving Image – online. Stills – Worldwide, 24months, Online, OOH, Point of Sale 

Melissa A. Smith Casting is seeking a:

Casting Assistant

Start Date: Immediate – contract position with a minimum of 25 hours per week for 10 weeks with possible extension.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON
Responsibilities Include:
• Managing casting logistics for audition sessions, including scheduling and communicating with agents and actors.
• Reviewing scripts and assisting in creating comprehensive and insightful breakdowns and audition material.
• Editing and uploading self-tapes and other media management.
• Checking actor availabilities.
• Generating and maintaining talent lists, master lists, lists of outstanding roles, etc.
• Assisting with various forms of research and outreach.
Skills, Requirements and Experience:
• Must have knowledge and experience working in the film and television industry.  
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently on many projects with varying deadlines and ability to anticipate priorities.
•  Elite communication skills, both verbal and in writing.
• Experience with Casting Workbook and Breakdown Express is an asset.
• Basic video editing experience
• Creative, positive and outgoing personality
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Mature personal judgment, exhibiting a high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Adaptable to a flexible work schedule, including some evenings.
• Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet service.

We’re casting experienced Golfers for a Paid Print Job for a Titleist Gear Catalogue Shoot! 

Project: Titleist  Gear Catalogue Shoot 
Project Type: Print
Callback Date(s): No callback
Shoot Date(s): April 24 & 25, 2023 (talent may only shoot one day)
Rate of Pay: $1200 (session) + $75 gas stipend. If talent shoots a second day, rate is $350 (session) + $75 gas stipend
Location: Driftwood, TX
Run or Usage: 2-year use for digital video (no broadcast), print, OOH, digital, social, web use for worldwide market.

TALENT MUST WORK LOCAL TO DRIFTWOOD, TX

CASTING

YOUNG MAN

• 25 to 35 years old
• all ethnicities
• man
• Looking for diverse talent with an athletic build, golf proficiency, right hand swing. No facial hair. 

OLDER MAN

• 35 to 45 years old
• all ethnicities
• man
• Looking for diverse talent with an athletic build, golf proficiency, right hand swing. No facial hair. 

YOUNG WOMAN

• 25 to 30 years old
• all ethnicities
• woman
• Looking for diverse talent with an athletic build, golf proficiency, right hand swing. 

OLDER WOMAN

• 30 to 40 years old,
• all ethnicities
• woman
• Looking for diverse talent with an athletic build, golf proficiency, right hand swing.