Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Lawndale Tenant Role for Chicago PD

Job Description:
NBC’s Chicago PD is seeking a Hispanic/Latinx male to portray a working-class Lawndale tenant in an upcoming episode. This featured role involves a simple yet impactful scene, offering great exposure on a major network series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a blue-collar tenant exiting an apartment building
• Follow on-set directions from the director and production crew
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and scheduled filming

Requirements:

• Hispanic/Latinx male, approximately 60 years old
• Must have a “working-class” or “blue-collar” appearance
• Comfortable taking direction and performing in front of the camera
• Submit clear, recent photos showcasing your current look

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of filming
• Additional $25 wardrobe fitting bump if applicable

Casting Call: Gang Member Roles for Chicago PD

Job Description:
NBC’s Chicago PD is casting Hispanic/Latinx males to portray gang members and corner boys in an upcoming episode. This is a featured, director-selected role, offering a great opportunity to gain exposure on a major network series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a gang member or corner boy with an intimidating, serious demeanor
• Follow on-set direction from the director and production team
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements:

• Hispanic/Latinx males, ages 19-40
• Must have a tough, menacing appearance (serious expressions preferred in submission photos)
• Comfortable playing roles with a gritty or intense persona
• Submit clear, recent photos (avoid smiling; serious or intimidating looks preferred)

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours
• Additional $25 wardrobe fitting bump if applicable

Casting Call: Police Types for ID Photo on Chicago PD

Job Description:
NBC’s Chicago PD is seeking individuals to portray law enforcement or police administrative types for an ID photo scene in an upcoming episode. This is a featured, director-selected role, perfect for those looking to gain exposure on a major network series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Pose for a police ID photo
• Follow direction from the director and crew
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

Requirements:

• Open to all genders and ethnicities, ages 30-60
• Must have a clean-cut, professional law enforcement or administrative look
• Submit clear, current photos (headshot and full body)

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime pay after 8 hours if applicable

Casting Call: Hispanic/Latinx Males for Gang Mugshot Role on Chicago PD

Job Description: NBC’s Chicago PD is casting Hispanic/Latinx males aged 20-30 to portray individuals in a mugshot scene for an upcoming episode. This is a featured, director-selected role, offering a great opportunity to gain exposure on a major television series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Pose for a mugshot-style still photo
• Follow directions from the director and crew
• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements:

• Hispanic/Latinx males, ages 20-30
• Must be available for the photo shoot
• Submit clear, current photos (headshot and full body)
• Provide detailed personal information (age, height, weight, and contact info)

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours
• Overtime pay after 8 hours if applicable

Casting African American Parents for Featured Role in Film

Job Description:
A new film project is casting African American men and women to portray the parents of an actor. This is a featured, director-selected role, providing an excellent opportunity to shine on screen. Real couples are highly encouraged to apply for this emotionally engaging role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the role of an actor’s parents in a film production
• Take direction from the film’s director to deliver authentic, compelling performances
• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members and crew on set

Requirements:

• African American men and women aged 35-60
• Real couples are strongly encouraged to submit
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation:

• $182 for a 12-hour day
• Director-selected featured role

Talent Needed for Global Athletic Brand Stills and Video Shoot

Job Description:
A global athletic brand is seeking dynamic talent for an upcoming stills and video shoot. We’re looking for soccer players and lifestyle talent with unique looks, great energy, and confidence in front of the camera. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your individuality while representing a globally recognized brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photo and video shoot
• Showcase athletic skills (for soccer players) or lifestyle vibes with confidence
• Demonstrate natural energy and style on camera
• Work collaboratively with the production team during fittings and shoot

Requirements:

• Ages 16-25, all ethnicities, genders (including non-binary), and body types
• Soccer players must play regularly at an intermediate to advanced level
• Lifestyle talent should have a strong sense of style and confidence
• Unique, expressive features (gap teeth, big hair, freckles, strong jaw, etc.)
• Must be comfortable and experienced in front of the camera
• Positive attitude, great energy, and big personalities

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity
• Fitting scheduled 1-2 days prior to the shoot

Participants Needed for New Documentary on Food and Housing Crisis

Job Description:
A feature film documentary is seeking real people for on-camera interviews to explore the challenges of Canada’s national food and housing crisis. This project aims to shed light on the struggles faced by employed Canadians as they navigate the rising costs of living. If you’re passionate about sharing your story and contributing to an important conversation, this is your chance to make a difference.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in on-camera interviews discussing your personal experience
• Share honest insights about living and working in Canada amidst the current crisis
• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements:

• Must be employed in Canada and struggling with food and housing costs
• Open to participating in filmed interviews
• Reside in Toronto or Vancouver
• Available for filming on assigned dates

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity for selected participants
• Chance to contribute to an important social documentary

Casting Call for New Web Series Featuring Inspiring Human Stories

Job Description:
An upcoming web series by a renowned publication is seeking dynamic individuals from all walks of life to share their compelling personal stories. This project aims to explore the richness of the human experience, from life-changing events to day-to-day unique experiences. Whether you’ve overcome incredible odds or have an extraordinary story to tell, we want to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share personal stories through on-camera interviews
• Participate in professional storytelling segments
• Engage openly and authentically with production teams
• Provide insight into unique life experiences that inspire or inform others

Requirements:

• Open to individuals from all backgrounds and experiences
• Willingness to share personal, transformative, or unique stories
• Stories of survival, overcoming challenges, rare life experiences, or extraordinary events
• Upcoming wedding stories or remarkable life events encouraged

Compensation:

• Professional production by one of the most trusted names in media
• On-camera interviews and storytelling segments featured in the series
• Opportunity to inspire and reach a wide audience

Casting Professional Dancers for Global Tech Company Campaign

Job Description:
A leading global tech company is seeking four dynamic, professional dancers (2 male, 2 female) for an exciting stills-only campaign. Talent must have the stamina for repetitive movement throughout the day and exude confidence, style, and energy. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your unique look and movement in a high-profile project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform repetitive dance movements for extended periods during the shoot
• Exhibit natural confidence, style, and expressive features on camera
• Maintain high energy and professionalism on set
• Submit a self-tape showcasing dance ability and personality if shortlisted

Requirements:

• Ages 20-35, all ethnicities, gender/non-binary, and diverse body types
• Unique, edgy looks: gap teeth, big hair, freckles, strong jawlines, textured hair, long braids, grown-out bleached hair
• Positive, engaging personalities with no attitude
• Acting background is a plus for carrying a strong persona on set
• Must be LA-based and available for fittings and shoot dates

Compensation:

• Session Rate: $500 + 20%
• Usage Rate: $2,500 + 20%
• Usage Details: Unlimited worldwide usage for five years across all media, including third-party channel advertising (e.g., Best Buy, Target). For hand models, usage is unlimited, worldwide, and in perpetuity.

Extras for Major Artist Music Video

Job Description:
A high-profile music video for a major artist is seeking energetic individuals to join the cast. We’re looking for party-goers, a comedian, and a character role, offering an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage in on-camera performances with high energy and enthusiasm
• Follow the director’s guidance and adapt to the creative vision
• Maintain a professional demeanor on set

Requirements:

• Party Goers: 20 males and females, ages 20s-30s, any ethnicity, fashion-forward, high-energy individuals
• Comedian: African American male, approximately 5’5″, resembling Kevin Hart in appearance and comedic presence
• Sugar Daddy: Caucasian male, aged 55+, with a charismatic personality

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)