Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Bernal – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a male actor for the role of Bernal in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character is a businessman with a stocky build. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Bernal, a businessman, in various scripted scenes.
• Participate in scenes that depict stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow the direction of the production team to accurately portray the character.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 35-50 (35s to 50s)
• Height: 5’11” – 6’2″
• Build: Stocky
• Hair: Short, which can be blonde/light brown or graying
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Josh – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a male actor for the role of Josh in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character will be part of a hot tub scene, so the actor must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Josh in various scripted scenes, including a hot tub scene.
• Participate in scenes involving stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow the direction of the production team to accurately portray the character.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 30-40 (30s)
• Height: 5’11” – 6’2″
• Build: Athletic
• Must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit for hot tub scenes.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Geney – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a female actor for the role of Geney in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character will be part of a hot tub scene, so the actor must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Geney in various scripted scenes, including a hot tub scene.
• Participate in scenes involving stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team to accurately bring the character to life on screen.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 40-50 (40s)
• Appearance: Slim, blonde
• Must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit for the hot tub scenes.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for BJ – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a male actor for the role of BJ in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character BJ is involved in a hot tub scene, so the actor must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray BJ, a key character in various scripted scenes, including a hot tub scene.
• Participate in scenes that involve stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow the production team’s direction to accurately portray the character.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 19-26 (early 20s)
• Height: 5’11” – 6’4″
• Build: Stocky, muscular
• Hair: Short, dark hair
• Must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit for hot tub scenes.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Cookie Grace – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a female actor for the role of Cookie Grace in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character is an attractive, trophy wife with a strong, commanding presence. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Cookie Grace, a trophy wife, in various scripted scenes for the true crime series.
• Participate in scenes that depict stylized violence.
• Follow the direction of the production team to accurately bring the character to life on screen.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 30-50 (30s or 40s)
• Appearance: Thin, blonde hair, attractive, with a commanding presence.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes depicting violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Mitchell Grace – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a male actor for the role of Mitchell Grace in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The role will require portraying a conservative, business-type character. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Mitchell Grace, a clean-cut, conservative, businessman type, in various scripted scenes.
• Participate in scenes depicting stylized violence for the true crime recreation.
• Follow the direction of the production team to deliver an accurate portrayal of the character.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 40-60 (mid to late 40s-50s)
• Build: Thin, lean
• Hair: Brown to salt & pepper or graying short hair
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes that depict violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Casting Call for Erika/Young Erika – True Crime Series (Ocean City, MD)

Job Description: On Location Casting is seeking a female actor for the role of Erika/Young Erika in an upcoming true crime series. This is a non-union, featured role in a stylized recreation of real-life events, involving scenes that depict violence. The character is part of a hot tub scene, so the actress must be comfortable appearing in a swimsuit. Filming will take place in Ocean City, MD, and local hires are required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Erika/Young Erika in various scenes, including a hot tub scene.
• Act out scripted violent scenarios for a true crime recreation.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate portrayal of the character and smooth execution of the scenes.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: White
• Age Range: 19-26 (early 20s)
• Height: 4’11” – 5’2″
• Build: Slim, thin, tanned, with short, dark curly hair.
• Must be comfortable in a swimsuit for scenes set in a hot tub.
• Must be comfortable acting in scenes that depict violence.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Ocean City, MD area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 for 10 hours of work. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 10 hours.

Crew Call for Upcoming Production – East Suffolk

Job Description: Screen Suffolk is seeking experienced and entry-level crew members for an upcoming production shooting in East Suffolk. The production will run for 4 weeks, with a 5-day workweek. We are looking for talented individuals to fill a variety of crew roles, from camera assistants to grips and lighting trainees. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a professional set in a variety of key positions.

Available Roles & Compensation:

• 1st Assistant Camera: £900 per week
• 2nd Assistant Camera: £725 per week
• Camera Trainee: £650 per week
• Script Supervisor: £1250 per week
• DIT (Digital Imaging Technician): £900 per week
• Grip: £1250 per week
• Spark (Lighting Technician): £900 per week
• Lighting Trainee: £650 per week
• 2nd Assistant Director: £900 per week
• 3rd Assistant Director: £725 per week
• 2nd Assistant Sound: £725 per week

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and execution of film production in your respective role.
• Work closely with the department heads and crew to ensure smooth operations on set.
• Follow directions from the production team and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be available for a 5-day workweek throughout the 4-week production period.

Requirements:

• Must have relevant experience or training for the position applied for.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in East Suffolk.
• Ability to work collaboratively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Details:

• Weekly rates for each role are specified above.

Casting Call for Hand Double – Feature Film (Pomona, CA)

Job Description: Alessi Hartigan Casting is seeking a Caucasian male or female hand double for an upcoming feature film shooting in Pomona, CA. The selected individual will need to match the provided image of the hand, ensuring continuity in the film’s close-up shots. This is a SAG-AFTRA project, and union members are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a hand double for specific scenes in the feature film, ensuring your hand matches the provided image.
• Follow on-set instructions to perform tasks with your hands, such as holding objects, gestures, or movements, as directed by the production team.
• Work collaboratively with the crew to capture accurate close-ups for the film.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male or Female
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Age: 18 and up
• Must have hands that closely match the provided reference image (a photo will be supplied upon submission).
• Must be a SAG-AFTRA member (union project).
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Pomona, CA.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG-AFTRA rate of $253 for 8 hours.

Casting Call for Biker Bar Patron – “Runarounds” (Wilmington, NC)

Job Description: Kimmie Stewart Casting is seeking background actors to portray Biker Bar Patrons for the production Runarounds, filming in Wilmington, NC. This is a non-speaking background role that requires individuals with a rough and tough vibe to portray bar patrons in a biker bar setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as a biker bar patron in various scenes set in a bar environment.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth scene execution.
• Bring an authentic, rugged presence to the role, enhancing the atmosphere of the biker bar.

Requirements:

• Gender: Open to all genders.
• Age: 21 and up.
• Ethnicity: Open to all races.
• Must have a “rough and tough” vibe suitable for a biker bar setting.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $110/day.
• Meals will be provided on set.