Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Advanced Female Gymnasts for Tech Commercial

Job Description
A dynamic tech brand is casting elite female gymnasts, ages 20–35, to showcase powerful floor routines in an energetic commercial. If you can sprint, flip, and stick a landing with confidence—and love being on camera—this one-day shoot in Toronto is your opportunity to turn your skills into a headline performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute strong run-ups, flips, and precise landings on camera

• Bring outgoing, upbeat energy to interviews and behind-the-scenes content

• Follow the director’s creative cues to highlight athletic form and personality

• Attend a brief wardrobe fitting ahead of the shoot

Requirements

• Female gymnast, 20–35, intermediate to advanced level

• Legally eligible to work in Canada and able to self-report to Toronto

• Available for a virtual or in-person director interview and wardrobe appointment

• Comfortable performing multiple takes under production lighting

• Non-union; acting experience a plus but not required

Compensation

• $600 for shoot day

• $75 wardrobe fitting fee

• Additional $5,000+ usage fee if featured in final edit

• Meals, standard on-set amenities, and production insurance included

Baseball Scene Extras for National Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A Fredericksburg-based production is booking union background actors, ages 25–55, for energetic baseball scenes in a national insurance commercial. Selected talent will portray spirited fans—and possibly on-field players—across two shoot days. No acting dialogue is required, but an outgoing presence and comfort on camera are essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray enthusiastic baseball spectators or players in stadium and crowd shots

• Follow AD and director cues to maintain continuity and high-energy reactions

• Arrive on time with appropriate casual fan attire (team colors encouraged)

• Observe set safety rules and keep a professional attitude throughout long takes

Requirements

• Male or female, any ethnicity, ages 25–55

• Union-eligible and legally able to work in the United States

• Available for both shoot days in Fredericksburg, VA, with reliable transportation

• Comfortable standing, cheering, and repeating actions for multiple takes

Compensation

• $448.70 day rate for an 8-hour call

• Overtime at $84.13 per hour after the 8th hour

• Standard on-set meals, craft services, and production insurance provided

South Asian Cricketer Body Double for Global Sportswear Commercial

Job Description
A high-profile sportswear campaign is hiring a skilled male cricketer to body-double a well-known athlete in an international commercial. The production requires authentic cricket technique, strong on-camera presence, and full availability for travel under NDA.

Job Responsibilities

• Recreate professional-level cricket movements for close-up and wide shots

• Match the featured athlete’s stance, swing, and fielding mechanics

• Collaborate with director and choreographer to ensure precise continuity

• Maintain peak fitness and focus during multiple takes on set

Requirements

• Male, South Asian heritage with competitive cricket experience

• Physically fit; able to perform batting, bowling, and fielding sequences

• Valid passport and willingness to travel internationally on short notice

• Comfortable working under non-disclosure agreement for a global brand

• Provide recent athletic photos, cricket résumé, and contact details when applying

Compensation

• Paid industry rate commensurate with experience (full travel, lodging, per diem covered)

• Screen credit and opportunity to double for a world-class athlete

• Standard on-set meals, insurance, and production amenities provided

Salsa Dancers 50s–80s for Paid Commercial

Job Description
A Sydney production seeks confident older adults who love salsa dancing for a one-day commercial shoot. Professional experience isn’t required—regular class-goers and social dancers with solid rhythm and vibrant personalities are welcome. All skill levels and body types encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform energetic salsa moves on camera with partner or group

• Take choreography notes from the director and adjust quickly

• Showcase joyful, confident expressions that fit a celebratory concept

• Collaborate with crew to ensure smooth, safe movement on set

Requirements

• Ages 50–80, any gender or ability level

• Comfortable dancing salsa for repeated takes

• Sydney-based or able to self-report locally

• Submit recent photos and brief dance background with application

• Available one full shoot day between the listed dates

Compensation

• $2,000 AUD talent fee (plus super, less tax)

• Professional credit and high-quality footage for reel

• Standard on-set catering and amenities provided

Ride Service Commercial Performers (Multiple Roles)

Job Description
A Sydney-based ride-share campaign is casting confident, character-driven talent to portray real riders and drivers in a series of cinematic vignettes. The production seeks a vibrant cross-section of Australia—spanning ages, ethnicities, and body types—for a single shoot day in early July (exact date TBC).

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver natural, engaging performances that highlight everyday ride-share moments

• Take direction quickly to match the creative vision and maintain continuity

• Collaborate with crew on camera marks, wardrobe changes, and set etiquette

• Arrive camera-ready and uphold a professional attitude throughout the full shooting schedule

Requirements

• Roles include:

  • East & Southeast Asian individuals, 18–27

  • South Asian men, 30s

  • Caucasian men, 30s

  • South Asian women, 30s–40s (full Australian driver’s licence required)

  • Men with stocky builds, 40s–50s (full Australian driver’s licence required)

  • Glamorous individuals, 50s–60s

  • Older women, 70s–80s

• Confident on camera with expressive, authentic energy

• Sydney-based or able to self-report locally

Compensation

• $3,500–$4,000 AUD per person, role-dependent (fees are less tax, plus super)

• One full shoot day with standard catering and production amenities

• Professional credit and high-quality footage for reel use

Weight-Loss Campaign Talent (Multiple Roles)

Job Description
A feel-good advertising campaign is casting Sydney-based individuals who embody confidence and authenticity. Producers seek plus-size women and mature men ready to share vibrant energy on screen for a single shoot day in mid-July, with a potential ADR session. This charming spot will celebrate real people and healthy lifestyle journeys across broadcast and digital platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring natural charisma and relatable presence to commercial scenes

• Follow direction to capture heartfelt, optimistic moments that inspire viewers

• Work closely with director, wardrobe, and glam teams to maintain continuity

• Deliver brief voice-over or pickup lines if an ADR session is scheduled

Requirements

• Female-identifying talent, sizes 16 +, ages 30–40 (Role A)

• Female-identifying talent, sizes 16 +, ages 40–50 (Role B)

• Male-identifying talent, size XXL, ages 45–55 (Role C)

• Sydney local or able to self-report; any ethnic background welcome

• Comfortable appearing on camera with minimal rehearsal time

Compensation

• $8,800 AUD flat fee (less tax, plus super) for main shoot day

• Additional shoot days, if needed, paid at $1,000 AUD per day

• On-set catering, production insurance, and credit included

Young Male Actor for True-Crime Reenactment Role

Job Description
A true-crime television series is casting a young male actor to portray “Young Thomas” in a dramatic reenactment scene. This non-union production seeks a white male who appears around 12 years old, tall for his age, with light-brown or strawberry blonde shaggy/curly hair. The scene is a flashback depicting a pivotal childhood moment and will film in the Knoxville area. This is a one-day shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young boy in a quiet, contemplative setting while listening to music and drawing

• Follow direction to authentically capture the emotional tone of the character’s upbringing

• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming

• Participate in a silent backstory moment with set props (e.g., Bible, drawings)

Requirements

• White male, age range around 12, tall and lean

• Shaggy or curly light-brown or strawberry-blonde hair

• Must be comfortable with silent, expressive acting

• Minor must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on set at all times

• Able to self-report to the Knoxville filming location

Compensation

• $150 flat rate for one day of filming

• On-set meals and production credit provided

• Parent or guardian permitted on set

Male Actor in 20s for True-Crime Reenactment

Job Description
A non-union true-crime series is seeking a white male actor in his mid-to-late 20s to portray “Tom” during a key flashback scene. The shoot will take place in the Knoxville area and centers on a quiet moment where Tom is working in the garage and bonding with his young son. This one-day role focuses on conveying emotional depth through non-verbal performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tom in his 20s during a pivotal garage scene with his son

• Take direction to capture authentic, silent storytelling

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, hair, and physical appearance

• Deliver a natural, focused performance in a family-oriented setting

Requirements

• White male, mid-to-late 20s

• Shaggy or curly hair, lean build

• Comfortable performing non-verbal scenes with emotional nuance

• Available to self-report to set in the Knoxville area

Compensation

• $150 flat rate for one day of filming

• On-set meals and production credit included

Mature Male Actor for True-Crime Reenactment

Job Description
A non-union true-crime series is casting a tall, lean white male (late 50s–60s) to portray the victim “Thomas” in multiple Knoxville-area scenes. The role includes portraying a kind grocery store manager, participating in an autopsy tableau (covered by a sheet), and working with a younger actor during a dramatic confrontation. Talent should match the character’s salt-and-pepper hair, possible balding, and facial hair. Filming spans two consecutive weekdays; lodging is provided for out-of-town hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Recreate key victim moments with authentic emotional nuance

• Perform silent reaction shots that advance the true-crime narrative

• Portray an autopsy setup while discreetly covered by wardrobe/props

• Collaborate closely with the director for continuity across scenes

Requirements

• Non-union white male, 6’1″+, thin build, salt-and-pepper or balding hair, facial hair

• Age range: late 50s–60s

• Comfortable portraying sensitive true-crime material in a respectful manner

• Available for two full shoot days in Knoxville; able to self-report or utilize provided hotel

Compensation

• $200 per day for two days

• Hotel accommodations covered by production

• On-set meals, credit, and standard production amenities included

Senior Talent Needed for Paid Commercial Projects 

Job Description
Two major commercial projects are casting senior talent for high-paying, on-camera roles. Production is seeking individuals aged 65–85 who identify as Asian, Hispanic, Latin, or Black. The projects are centered around representing diverse communities with authenticity and heart. Ideal candidates should be comfortable in front of the camera and available for one day of filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a professionally directed commercial production

• Represent lifestyle or narrative-driven scenes tailored to senior audiences

• Follow direction and deliver natural on-camera presence

• Participate in a short photoshoot or video session if requested

Requirements

• Ages 65–85

• Asian, Hispanic, Latin, or Black background

• Must be able to provide two recent photos (waist-up and full-length)

• Available for one full day of production

• Reliable and professional communication via email

• Must be submitted by the application deadline

Compensation

• Over $1500 for one day of filming

• All standard production accommodations included (meals, breaks, etc.)

• Opportunity to work on two well-paying, high-profile projects