Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Female Chefs/Cooks for Food Product Commercial

Job Description:

We are casting for a new food product commercial, seeking female chefs and cooks with strong knife skills. This is an exciting opportunity for talented individuals to showcase their culinary expertise in a professional commercial setting. Note that this casting call is exclusively for unrepresented talent. If you have an agent, please have them submit on your behalf.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate solid knife skills and cooking techniques on camera.

• Participate in the wardrobe fitting and scheduled shoot dates.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.

• Collaborate with other cast and crew members to ensure a smooth production process.

Requirements:

• Female chefs/cooks aged 25 and older.

• Strong knife skills are essential.

• Must be unrepresented by an agent.

• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction.

Compensation Details:

• Session Fees: $600 CAD

• Wardrobe Fees: $75 CAD

• Usage: $3000 CAD for 1 year TV/Digital usage, including social media, streaming, Spanish language broadcast (US Hispanic markets, including Puerto Rico), and English general market (US and its territories, including Puerto Rico). Includes network, wildspot, cable, in-store use only, and industrial exhibition (non-broadcast).

• 2nd Year Usage Renewal: $3300 CAD

• 3rd Year Usage Renewal: $3700 CAD

Casting Call for Feature Film – Seeking Gay, POC Men Aged 65+ in London

Job Description:

Lane Casting is looking for gay, people of color (POC) men aged 65 and older for a feature film shooting in London. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a significant production, and no prior acting experience is necessary. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character in a feature film with authenticity and emotional depth.

• Participate in all scheduled filming sessions punctually and professionally.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to achieve the desired performance.

• Collaborate with other cast members and crew to ensure a smooth production process.

Requirements:

• Gay, POC men aged 65 and older.

• No acting experience necessary.

• Comfortable being in front of the camera and taking direction.

• Available for the shooting schedule in London.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay based on industry standards.

• Additional details regarding compensation will be provided upon selection.

Casting Immigrant Kids & Parents for Project Lunchbox – Greater Toronto Area

Job Description:

We are casting for a branded spot for a lunchbox company, seeking immigrant children ages 8-12 (or first-generation Canadians) and their parents in the Greater Toronto Area. This campaign aims to share uplifting stories of children who have faced teasing or felt shameful about their cultural lunches at school. The goal is to end lunchtime bullying and promote cultural acceptance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share your personal stories and experiences related to cultural lunches and school teasing.

• Participate in video shoots and interviews, showcasing your story in an authentic and engaging manner.

• Work collaboratively with the production team to convey the campaign’s message effectively.

• Attend all scheduled filming sessions punctually.

Requirements:

• Children aged 8-12 years old (or first-generation Canadians).

• Parent to accompany the child and participate in the campaign.

• Must be comfortable sharing personal stories on camera.

• Residents of the Greater Toronto Area.

• Availability at the end of July for filming.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1000 including usage for 1 year.

• Additional Benefits: Opportunity to be part of an impactful campaign promoting cultural acceptance and anti-bullying.

Voice Over Casting Call for Automotive Commercial – Julian Role

Job Description:

UTalents Miami is casting for the principal role of Julian in an upcoming automotive commercial. We are seeking a Union talent who is fluent in Spanish and English. The role requires a male voice actor who can deliver lines with a natural, hard-working tone.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver voice-over lines for an automotive commercial.

• Maintain a natural and hard-working tone throughout the recording.

• Follow the direction provided by the production team to achieve the desired vocal performance.

• Participate in scheduled recording sessions punctually and professionally.

Requirements:

• Role: Julian

  • Male, 30-35 years old.

  • Multiple ethnic appearances.

  • Perfect Spanish and English.

  • Must sound natural and hard-working.

  • Fluent in both Spanish and English.

  • Union talent only.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG rates

Voice Over Casting Call for Automotive Commercial – Ana Role

Job Description:

UTalents Miami is casting for the principal role of Ana in an upcoming automotive commercial. We are seeking a Union talent who is fluent in Spanish and/or English. The role requires a female voice actor who can deliver lines with a natural and free-spirited tone.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver voice-over lines for an automotive commercial.

• Maintain a natural and free-spirited tone throughout the recording.

• Follow the direction provided by the production team to achieve the desired vocal performance.

• Participate in scheduled recording sessions punctually and professionally.

Requirements:

• Role: Ana

  • Female, 25-35 years old.

  • Multiple ethnic appearances.

  • Perfect Spanish and/or English.

  • Must sound natural and free-spirited.

  • Fluent in both Spanish and English.

  • Union talent only.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG rates

Voice Over Casting Call for Automotive Commercial – Nando Role

Job Description:

UTalents Miami is casting for the principal role of Nando in an upcoming automotive commercial. We are seeking a Union talent who is fluent in both Spanish and English. The role requires a male voice actor who can deliver lines with a natural and authentic tone.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver voice-over lines for an automotive commercial.

• Maintain a natural and authentic tone throughout the recording.

• Follow the direction provided by the production team to achieve the desired vocal performance.

• Participate in scheduled recording sessions punctually and professionally.

Requirements:

• Role: Nando

  • Male, 30-35 years old.

  • Multiple ethnic appearances.

  • Perfect Spanish is a must.

  • Must sound natural and authentic.

  • Fluent in both English and Spanish.

  • Union talent only.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG rates

Voice Over Casting Call for Automotive Commercial – Announcer Role

Job Description:

UTalents Miami is casting for a principal role of an announcer in an upcoming automotive commercial. We are seeking a Union talent who is fluent in both Spanish and English. The role requires a natural, optimistic, and hopeful tone, avoiding any overly commercial delivery.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver voice-over lines for an automotive commercial.

• Maintain a natural and optimistic tone throughout the recording.

• Follow the direction provided by the production team to achieve the desired vocal performance.

• Participate in scheduled recording sessions punctually and professionally.

Requirements:

• Role: Announcer

  • Male, around 40-45 years old.

  • Latinx/Hispanic appearance.

  • Perfect Spanish is a must.

  • Must sound natural, optimistic, and hopeful.

  • Fluent in both English and Spanish.

  • Union talent only.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: SAG rates

Casting Call for “Killer Couples 1809” in Knoxville, TN

Job Description:

We are casting for the role of Angelita in the upcoming episode of “Killer Couples 1809.” Filming will take place in Knoxville, TN on July 25th and 26th. This role requires a Latina female in her 40s who closely resembles the provided photo reference. The character should be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Angelita with authenticity and emotional depth.

• Participate in scenes involving scripted violence and murder content.

• Follow the director’s guidance to achieve the desired performance.

• Attend all scheduled filming sessions punctually.

Requirements:

• Latina female in her 40s.

• Should have longer black hair and closely resemble the provided photo.

• Must be comfortable with scenes involving scripted violence and murder.

• Prior acting experience preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $150 per day.

• Accommodation: Hotel provided for the duration of filming.

Casting Call for “Chicago Fire” – Trendy Bar Patrons

Job Description:

The hit TV show “Chicago Fire” is casting extras for an upcoming episode. We are looking for trendy bar patrons who can bring energy and authenticity to a lively bar scene. This is an excellent opportunity for those in the Chicago area, suburbs, and surrounding border states to Illinois to be part of a popular TV series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray trendy bar patrons in a busy and vibrant bar scene.
• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure the desired atmosphere is achieved.
• Participate in any required wardrobe fittings prior to filming.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Age: 20s to 30s.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to IL.
• Ability to pull off a trendy, hip, and fun look suitable for a bar or club scene.
• Availability to film sometime during the next week and a half (exact date TBD).
• Willingness to undergo a wardrobe fitting if required.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate: $129.6 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half pay after 8 hours.
• Payment will be processed, and checks will be sent approximately two weeks after filming.

Casting Call for “Fatal Attraction” Episode 1449

Job Description:

We are casting for the role of Detective Sanchez in an upcoming episode of “Fatal Attraction.” This role requires a Hispanic male who is bilingual in English and Spanish. The shoot will take place in Knoxville, TN, on July 30-31. The selected actor must be comfortable handling a prop weapon and portraying law enforcement. The role will likely require availability after noon on both filming dates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Detective Sanchez, delivering lines in both English and Spanish as required by the script.

• Handle a prop weapon safely and convincingly.

• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions.

• Collaborate with the director and other cast members to ensure a realistic and engaging performance.

• Maintain professionalism on set and adhere to the shooting schedule.

Requirements:

• Hispanic male actor who is bilingual (English and Spanish).

• Must resemble the provided photo reference.

• Comfortable handling a prop weapon and portraying a law enforcement officer.

• Available to film in Knoxville, TN, on July 30-31, likely starting after noon on both days.

• Previous acting experience preferred, particularly in roles involving law enforcement.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $150 per day worked.

• Hotel accommodation provided for the duration of the shoot.

• Meals and snacks provided on set.

• Opportunity to be part of a well-known TV series and gain valuable exposure.