Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Hip and Youthful Movers – Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A commercial production is casting real people with strong movement skills for a dynamic shoot promoting a food product. This role is perfect for energetic, expressive individuals who can bring personality and motion to life on camera while performing a variety of physical movements.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform movement-based actions such as dancing, jumping, or athletic routines
• Hold and interact with a food product while in motion
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Showcase unique movement style and personality on camera

Requirements

• Ages 25–40
• Must have strong movement ability (dancers, athletes, skateboarders, gymnasts, yogis, martial artists, etc.)
• Comfortable performing physical activities on camera
• Ability to bring individuality and energy to the role
• Must be available for filming in Chicago

Compensation

• $1,000 for one day of filming (5/1)
• Opportunity to be featured in a commercial campaign

Kids – Back to School Campaign

Job Description
A retail back-to-school campaign is casting fun, energetic kids for an upcoming commercial shoot. This opportunity is perfect for outgoing children with big personalities who feel comfortable on camera and can bring a natural, playful vibe to a school-themed production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a back-to-school themed commercial shoot
• Follow direction from the production team
• Interact naturally with other kids on set
• Showcase personality, energy, and authentic reactions on camera

Requirements

• Boys and girls, clothing sizes 5T or 8/10
• Must have an outgoing, fun, and energetic personality
• Comfortable on camera and around groups
• Must be local to Pineville, NC (no travel provided)
• Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $100 per hour (3-hour minimum)
• Less 20% agency fee

Skilled Tradespeople and Auto Enthusiasts – Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A nationwide hardware retailer is casting real professionals and enthusiasts for a commercial campaign. This project is looking for authentic individuals with hands-on experience in trades or a passion for automotive work to bring credibility and personality to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real tradesperson or auto enthusiast
• Demonstrate authentic skills or presence related to your trade
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming

Requirements

• Open to all genders and backgrounds
• Must be a real professional (plumber, auto mechanic, HVAC tech, electrician, handyman/handywoman, painter, roofer, auto detailer, metal fabricator, etc.) or auto enthusiast
• Must own a business, work in the trade, or have permission to represent a company name
• Comfortable on camera and able to represent your profession authentically
• Must be available for filming in Austin, Dallas, or Atlanta

Compensation

• $855.20 per day (SAG scale)
• Residuals when the commercial airs
• Travel paid if required

Brand Ambassador – Social Media Campaign

Job Description
A national brand is seeking passionate and outgoing individuals to join a social media ambassador program. Selected ambassadors will promote the brand online by sharing their experiences and engaging with their audience in an authentic and creative way.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and share social media content promoting the brand
• Engage with followers and encourage brand awareness
• Represent the brand in a positive and authentic manner
• Participate in the program for the full campaign duration

Requirements

• Active on social media platforms
• Strong communication and storytelling skills
• Passion for brand promotion and content creation
• Reliable and consistent with posting and engagement

Compensation

• $100 monthly gift card
• 3-month campaign participation
• Opportunity to collaborate with a national brand

East Asian Male Talent – Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking non-union East Asian male performers for an upcoming online video campaign. This opportunity is perfect for talent who can bring authenticity and language skills to a culturally focused project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot for an online campaign
• Follow direction from the crew and production team
• Deliver dialogue in required languages with clarity
• Maintain consistency and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• East Asian male, ages 50–65
• Must speak Mandarin and/or Cantonese
• Comfortable on camera with speaking roles
• Non-union talent only
• Must be available in the GTA (Mississauga/Brampton area)

Compensation

• $500 session fee
• $500 buyout per language booked
• Additional 15% agency fee

South Asian Male Talent – Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial production is casting non-union South Asian male performers for an upcoming online campaign. This role is ideal for experienced or aspiring talent who can authentically represent culturally specific roles and deliver natural performances on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial shoot for an online campaign
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Deliver clear and natural dialogue in required languages
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout the shoot

Requirements

• South Asian male, ages 50–65
• Must speak Hindi and/or Punjabi
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Non-union talent only
• Must be available for filming in the GTA (Mississauga/Brampton area)

Compensation

• $500 session fee
• $500 buyout per language booked
• Additional 15% agency fee

Comedic Cowboy – Commercial Role

Job Description
A nationwide commercial campaign is casting a strong comedic actor to portray a quirky “jumpsuit cowboy” character for an automotive brand. This role is perfect for talent with improv skills and a bold personality who can bring humor, charm, and authenticity to a unique mascot-style character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a comedic cowboy character in commercial scenes
• Perform with strong improv and comedic timing
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver engaging, character-driven performances on camera

Requirements

• Men, ages 40–55
• Strong comedic acting and improv skills
• Ability to embody a confident, charismatic character
• Comfortable performing bold, humorous material
• Must be available for filming in Atlanta

Compensation

• $1,500 per shoot day (2 days)
• $7,500 usage fee per spot (2 spots available)
• Travel paid for nationwide talent

Gym Goers – Background Actors (SAG-AFTRA & Non-Union)

Job Description
A popular television series is casting background actors to portray fit and in-shape gym goers for interior scenes filming in Manhattan. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with an athletic look who can bring authenticity and energy to a realistic gym environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray gym members actively working out in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity in movements and positioning across takes
• Bring natural, high-energy presence to fitness-focused scenes

Requirements

• Must have a fit, athletic, or in-shape appearance
• Comfortable performing gym-related activities on camera
• Ability to follow direction and work efficiently on set
• Open to both SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent
• Must be available for filming in Manhattan, NY

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours (overtime after 8 hours)
• Non-union: $187 for 10 hours (overtime after 10 hours)

Family Photo Shoot Casting – Parents & Kids

Job Description
A major feature film is seeking real families for an upcoming still photo shoot scene. Casting is looking for two children (ages 7–11) and a female-presenting guardian to portray a Caucasian family. This opportunity is perfect for families comfortable on camera and interested in being featured together in a professional film production setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a family-themed still photo shoot for a feature film
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain a natural and authentic on-camera presence
• Be available for both fitting and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Two children between ages 7–11
• Female-presenting guardian
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera
• Ability to work as a family unit during production
• Must be available for filming in Fayetteville, GA

Compensation

• $168 for filming day
• Additional 1/4 check for fitting