Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Brand Ambassadors and Team Leads for Xfinity Event – Orlando, FL

Job Description
An experiential marketing event at Universal CityWalk Orlando is seeking energetic and professional brand ambassadors and team leads to represent Xfinity. This role involves engaging with attendees, promoting Xfinity’s services, and creating a fun and informative brand experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Interact with event guests to promote Xfinity’s services and features

• Distribute branded materials and engage with attendees in a professional, friendly manner

• Assist with setup and breakdown of the activation space

• Follow instructions from the event manager and team lead to ensure smooth operations

• Represent Xfinity with enthusiasm and a positive attitude throughout the day

Requirements

• Outgoing, reliable, and personable individuals with strong communication skills

• Prior event or promotional experience preferred

• Local to the Orlando, FL area

• Must wear uniform: branded t-shirt (provided), black jeans/pants/shorts (no rips), and black gym shoes

Compensation

• Team Lead: $35 per hour

• Brand Ambassadors: $30 per hour

Couples for Major Hotel Brand Print Campaign – Galveston Island, TX

Job Description
A luxury hotel brand is casting real or paired couples for a high-end print campaign filming in Galveston Island, Texas. The shoot will highlight leisure, travel, and relaxation in a resort setting. Selected talent will represent a diverse, stylish, and genuine couple enjoying a getaway experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple enjoying resort amenities and leisure activities

• Interact naturally with one another and a medium-sized dog on set

• Follow direction from the photographer and production team for posed and candid shots

• Maintain professionalism during fittings and the shoot days

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 35–40

• Caucasian, Hispanic, and/or Middle Eastern appearance

• Must be comfortable around dogs and able to appear in a bathing suit with cover-up

• No visible tattoos

• Must be available for fittings on December 8–9 and for shooting December 10–12

• Travel provided if selected (some local hires accepted)

Compensation

• $550 per day plus $2,500 usage fee

• $200 fitting fee (minus agency fee)

• Travel paid for selected talent

• Shoot spans 3 days

Stand-In for “Security Guard” – Chicago Fire

Job Description
A popular network television series is casting a stand-in to match the build and appearance of the actor playing the “Security Guard.” This non-speaking role supports the production team during lighting, blocking, and camera setup for key scenes. Filming will take place in Chicago, IL, for a one-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for the “Security Guard” character during pre-shoot setups

• Match the actor’s height, weight, and complexion for accurate camera and lighting alignment

• Follow detailed direction from the assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain professional conduct and reliability on set

Requirements

• Latino male, ages 30s–60s

• Height: 6’0”–6’2”

• Weight: 190–220 lbs

• Bald or with beard (beard acceptable)

• Must be local to Chicago or surrounding suburbs/border states

• Available Friday, November 7th, from 11 AM to 12 AM

• Must not have recently worked on Chicago Fire as a stand-in or extra

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours

Stand-In for “Clerk” – Chicago Fire

Job Description
A major network television series is now casting a stand-in to match the appearance and build of the actor portraying the “Clerk” character. This is a non-speaking position that involves assisting the production team with lighting, blocking, and camera setup. Filming will take place in Chicago, IL, for a single-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as a stand-in for the “Clerk” character during scene preparation

• Match the actor’s height, complexion, and general appearance for continuity

• Follow directions from the assistant directors and lighting team

• Maintain focus and professionalism during extended filming hours

Requirements

• Latino male, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’8”–5’10”

• Weight: 150–170 lbs

• Dark hair

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Available Friday, November 7th, from 11 AM to 12 AM

• Must not have recently worked on Chicago Fire as a stand-in or extra

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, with time and a half after 8 hours

Stand-In for “Nico” – Chicago Fire

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking a professional stand-in to match the look and build of the actor playing “Nico.” This non-speaking role is ideal for experienced stand-ins who can accurately represent the actor’s physical profile for lighting and camera setup. Filming will take place in Chicago, IL, with a single-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for the character “Nico” during filming

• Match the actor’s height, build, hair color, and complexion for accurate lighting and blocking

• Follow instructions from the assistant directors and camera crew

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and focus throughout long shooting hours

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 40s–60s

• Height: 6’1”–6’2”

• Weight: 230–260 lbs

• Brown hair, beard required

• Must be local to Chicago or nearby suburbs/border states

• Available Friday, November 7th, from 11 AM to 12 AM

• Must not have recently worked on Chicago Fire as a stand-in or extra

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours

Kenniese – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting for the featured role of Kenniese, a strong and emotionally complex woman connected to the central case storyline. This role requires a performer who can convey depth, vulnerability, and determination through subtle, realistic on-screen acting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kenniese in key reenactment scenes tied to the investigation

• Deliver emotionally authentic, grounded performances

• Follow direction from the production team for scene blocking and tone

• Maintain professionalism, consistency, and reliability on set

Requirements

• Black female, mid to late 20s

• Natural, expressive performer with strong emotional range

• Comfortable participating in dramatic, non-speaking or lightly speaking reenactments

• Must be local to Knoxville, TN, or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $150 per day

Bobby – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting for the role of Bobby, a featured character involved in a dramatic investigation sequence. The role requires strong screen presence, emotional authenticity, and the ability to portray tension in a realistic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Bobby in a dramatic reenactment scene tied to a criminal investigation

• Deliver authentic expressions and reactions that match the tone of the scene

• Follow direction for blocking, pacing, and camera placement

• Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Black male, mid to late 20s

• Clean-cut appearance preferred (no visible tattoos or piercings)

• Must be available for filming on Wednesday, November 12 and Thursday, November 13

• Local to Knoxville, TN, or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $150 per day

Malik’s Best Friend – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting a supporting role for Malik’s Best Friend, who appears in a key interview scene. This role requires a believable, grounded performance that reflects genuine emotion and connection to the storyline.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Malik’s close friend being interviewed by detectives about the crime

• React naturally during interrogation and follow performance direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and authenticity throughout the scene

• Collaborate effectively with other actors and crew on set

Requirements

• Black male, early 20s

• Able to deliver a natural, expressive performance without dialogue-heavy scenes

• Must be available Wednesday, November 12, around 5 PM

• Local to Knoxville, TN, or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100 per day

Malik’s Mom – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting an actor to portray Malik’s Mom, a supporting character in an emotional interview scene. This role requires a grounded, natural performance that conveys compassion and strength.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother of a key character being interviewed by detectives

• Deliver authentic emotional reactions and subtle non-verbal expressions

• Collaborate with the director to capture realistic and heartfelt moments

• Follow all on-set instructions and maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Black female, late 40s–50s

• Must convey warmth, maturity, and emotional depth

• Comfortable performing non-speaking or lightly spoken reenactment scenes

• Must be available Thursday, November 13, around 4:30 PM

• Local to Knoxville, TN, or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100 per day

Caller #1 and Caller #2 – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN, is casting two pivotal background roles—Caller #1 and Caller #2—for scenes involving emergency 911 calls. These roles require expressive and natural performances to capture the emotional urgency of the moment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic reactions during a 911 phone call scene

• Deliver believable emotional responses and expressions on camera

• Work collaboratively with the director and production team to match the tone of the reenactment

• Follow direction for timing and tone of performance during filming

Requirements

• Caller #1:

  • Black female, 40s+

  • Portrays a witness calling 911 to archive audio at a crime scene when first responders arrive

  • Must be available Thursday, November 13, around 4:30 PM

  • Rate: $150/day

• Caller #2:

  • Black female, 30s

  • Portrays a witness calling 911 to archive audio after witnessing a car drive away, later reporting to the police station

  • Must be available Wednesday, November 12, around 4 PM, and Thursday, November 13, around 5 PM

  • Rate: $150/day

Compensation

• $150 per day (non-union)