Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

SAG-AFTRA Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA graduate thesis short film filming in Virginia Beach is now casting Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors for multiple lead and supporting roles. The emotionally driven story follows a Cuban immigrant mother navigating family struggles, identity, and sacrifice while living in Norfolk, Virginia during the late 1960s. Hampton Roads local talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a SAG-AFTRA short film
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members during production
• Participate in self-tape auditions and virtual callbacks if selected
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to character performances

Requirements

• Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors encouraged to apply
• Comfortable performing emotionally dramatic scenes
• Some roles require comfort with beachwear scenes (no water work involved)
• Certain roles may require kissing scenes or smoking prop cigarettes
• Must be available for filming in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Compensation

• Lead roles paid up to $300 per day plus agency fee if applicable
• Supporting roles paid SAG SPA scale rates
• Professional SAG-AFTRA production credit
• Multi-day filming opportunity

Real Couples TV Series Casting Call

Job Description
A television series filming across Ontario is now casting real couples to tour stunning lakefront and waterfront properties while sharing authentic opinions on camera. Producers are looking for fun, engaging, and opinionated couples with strong chemistry who enjoy home design, cottage living, and waterfront lifestyles. Selected couples will appear in a summer television production exploring beautiful homes throughout Ontario.

Job Responsibilities

• Tour waterfront and lakefront homes on camera
• Share honest reactions and opinions during filming
• Participate in production shoots across Ontario locations
• Work collaboratively with the television production team

Requirements

• Real couples with authentic chemistry
• Comfortable speaking and interacting on camera
• Outgoing, entertaining, and opinionated personalities encouraged
• Must be available for filming during Summer 2026
• Open to filming in Muskoka, Ottawa, and other Ontario waterfront communities

Compensation

• $300 per shoot day for 3 filming days ($900 total)
• $100 per travel day if required, up to 2 travel days ($200 total)
• Potential total compensation up to $1,100 per person
• Opportunity to appear on a television series

Male Stand-In Casting Call

Job Description
A production filming in Midlothian, Texas is now casting male stand-ins for a multi-day shoot. Casting directors are seeking Texas-based talent with specific height, weight, and skin tone requirements to match on-screen performers. This is a great opportunity for experienced or aspiring stand-ins looking to work closely with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent during production
• Maintain continuity for lighting and camera setups
• Follow detailed on-set direction from crew members
• Be available for all scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Texas residents only
• Male talent with the following specs:
  • 5’4”, approximately 150 lbs, light to olive skin tones
  • 5’6”, approximately 135 lbs, olive to deep skin tones
  • 5’7”, approximately 135 lbs, olive to deep skin tones
• Must be available for all filming dates
• Comfortable working long production hours on set
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation

• $200 per filming day
• Multi-day production opportunity
• Professional on-set experience as a stand-in

Pharmaceutical Commercial Family Casting Call

Job Description
A pharmaceutical commercial filming in the Greater Toronto Area is now casting real families for a paid one-day shoot. Casting directors are seeking grandparents ages 55–75 and grandkids ages 5–14, as well as adults ages 30–50 with or without children. The production is looking for authentic, outgoing families with natural chemistry and warm personalities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scenes for a pharmaceutical commercial
• Interact naturally with family members on camera
• Follow production direction during filming
• Bring authentic energy and connection to the shoot

Requirements

• Grandparents ages 55–75
• Grandchildren ages 5–14
• Adults ages 30–50 with or without children
• Open to families located in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must have strong family chemistry and outgoing personalities
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial setting

Compensation

• $675–$9,175 per family member
• One-day filming opportunity
• Professional commercial production experience

Teen Actor Casting Call

CASTING CALL — Independent Feature Film
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Chicago Nobodies
ROLES: Teen Background Actors

SHOOT DATES: June 2026 through July 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for filming throughout June and July
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois
RATE: Varying rates based on role and production needs

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Teen Background Actors
• Ages: 16–17 years old
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• No work permit required
• Comfortable working in a film production environment
• Must be able to take on-set direction

Stand-in experience is not required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Non-Union Minor Casting Call

CASTING CALL — Independent Feature Film
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Chicago Nobodies
ROLES: Non-Union Minor Background Actors

SHOOT DATES: June 2026 through July 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for filming throughout June and July
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois
RATE: Varying rates based on role and production needs

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Non-Union Minor Background Actors
• Ages: 1–15 years old
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must have a valid work permit
• Comfortable working on a professional film set
• Able to follow production direction

Stand-in experience is not required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Courtroom Background Actors for TV Legal Series

Job Description
A television legal drama is casting background actors for courtroom scenes filming in Culver City, California. This opportunity is perfect for aspiring performers looking to gain on-camera experience while helping create realistic and engaging courtroom environments for a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom roles such as jurors, plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and spectators
• React naturally during courtroom scenes and dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere

Requirements

• Ages 35 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style scenes
• Ability to react naturally and stay in character
• Reliable, adaptable, and professional on set
• No experience needed

Compensation

• $120 flat rate
• Paid opportunity to appear in a television series
• Valuable on-set experience in a professional production

Courtroom Background Actors for TV Legal Series

Job Description
A television legal drama is casting background actors for courtroom scenes filming in Culver City, California. This opportunity is perfect for aspiring performers looking to gain on-camera experience while helping create realistic and engaging courtroom environments for a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom roles such as jurors, plaintiffs, defendants, witnesses, and spectators
• React naturally during courtroom scenes and dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain focus and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic courtroom atmosphere

Requirements

• Black Actors and Talent
• Ages 18 and older
• Comfortable performing in courtroom-style scenes
• Ability to react naturally and stay in character
• Reliable, adaptable, and professional on set
• No experience needed

Compensation

• $120 flat rate
• Paid opportunity to appear in a television series
• Valuable on-set experience in a professional production

Non-Union Stills Photography Casting Call

Job Description
A local manufacturer is now casting non-union talent for a stills photography project featuring business casual clothing. The production is seeking adults with professional and approachable looks for a paid commercial-style photoshoot taking place in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a stills photography session for promotional content
• Model business casual wardrobe on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative staff
• Maintain a professional attitude during the shoot

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Ages 35–50 or close to that range
• Comfortable modeling business casual clothing
• Must be available to work in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Compensation

• $200 per person
• Professional stills photography experience
• Opportunity to work with a commercial production team

Tourism Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A tourism commercial filming in Savannah, Georgia is now casting talented local musicians for a multi-day shoot. Casting directors are looking for authentic performers with natural charisma, soul, and strong stage presence. Opportunities are available for real saxophonists and pianists who can create emotional and memorable moments on camera through their music.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured musician in a tourism commercial
• Bring authentic energy and personality to on-camera performances
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Participate in fittings, callbacks, and filming dates as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be a real saxophonist or pianist
• Must provide your own instrument
• Must be local to or able to work in Savannah, Georgia
• Comfortable performing naturally on camera
• Available for callbacks, fittings, and multi-day filming schedule
• Must have a soulful, grounded, and engaging presence

Compensation

• $100 fitting fee for up to 2 hours
• $500 session fee for 10-hour shoot days
• $100 wardrobe allowance per selected outfit
• $3,000 guaranteed buyout at booking, less agency fee
• Multi-day commercial shoot opportunity