Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Family Commercial Actors (Parents and Kids)

Job Description
A fun, family-focused commercial is casting real families for a camp-themed advertisement inspired by a popular children’s animated style. This commercial project is looking for parents and kids who are comfortable on camera and can bring natural energy, warmth, and personality to a playful shoot. Families will be featured together, so all applicants must apply as a complete family unit.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a family in a commercial shoot
• Follow on-set direction while keeping performances natural and upbeat
• Participate in camp-style activities designed for a family-friendly commercial
• Work cooperatively with production and other cast members

Requirements

• Children ages 3–10, all genders and ethnicities welcome
• Parents age 21+, all genders and ethnicities welcome
• All family structures encouraged to apply
• Must apply and participate as an entire family
• Comfortable working in a commercial production environment

Compensation

• $250 per person
• Approximately 20% buyout
• Paid commercial acting credit for each family member

Commercial Background Actors

Job Description
A high-paying commercial project is seeking energetic and easygoing background actors for an upcoming brand commercial. This production is looking for real, relatable people who can bring a natural and fun presence on camera. Ideal for talent interested in commercial acting work and on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a lifestyle-focused commercial shoot

• Follow on-set direction while maintaining a natural, relaxed performance

• Be available for a full-day commercial shoot

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew in a fast-paced setting

Requirements

• Ages 18–35 (or similar range), all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial setting

• Must be a local hire (no travel provided)

• Reliable, professional, and easy to work with

Compensation

• $500 flat rate

• Approximately 8-hour shoot day

• Commercial acting credit

Physical Theatre Performer Casting Call

Job Description
A performance-based production is casting male performers with a strong background in physical theatre and movement-driven disciplines. This project is seeking expressive artists who can communicate story and emotion through the body, with experience in experimental theatre, clowning, or dance. Performers should be comfortable working in a creative, movement-focused environment and bringing originality to their on-camera performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform movement-based scenes for a filmed production

• Use physical expression to convey character and emotion

• Collaborate with the creative team in a rehearsal and shoot setting

• Follow artistic direction while contributing personal movement style

Requirements

• Male performers ages 26–45

• Background in physical theatre, experimental theatre, clowning, or dance

• Strong body awareness and expressive movement ability

• Comfortable performing without heavy dialogue

• Open to working in a performance-focused production environment

Compensation

• Paid performance role

• Professional production experience

• Opportunity to showcase movement-based performance on screen

Swimwear Brand Ambassador Casting Call

Job Description
A swimwear brand is seeking confident, stylish ambassadors to represent its brand in upcoming promotional content. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are comfortable in front of the camera, love swimwear fashion, and can authentically showcase a brand’s lifestyle and aesthetic. Ambassadors will help bring the brand’s image to life through on-camera and social-forward appearances.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the swimwear brand in promotional content

• Model swimwear for photo or video shoots

• Maintain a confident, camera-ready presence

• Follow creative direction from the production team

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18 and older

• Comfortable modeling swimwear

• Strong personal style and on-camera confidence

• Reliable and professional during shoots

• Must be available for brand-related appearances

Compensation

• Paid ambassador opportunity

• Professional brand exposure

• Potential for ongoing collaboration

Commercial Extras Casting Call

Job Description
A commercial production is casting male and female background performers for an upcoming shoot. This paid opportunity is open to local talent who are fully available and authorized to work. Filming may include long shoot days, and performers should be flexible, reliable, and comfortable working either day or night shoots.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in a commercial

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

• Be available for up to a full shoot day if needed

Requirements

• Men and women ages 21–40 for night shoot roles

• Men and women ages 21–50 for morning shoot roles

• Must be local to the filming area

• Must have an active work permit

• Fully available on the day you apply for

• Comfortable working shoots lasting up to 12 hours

Compensation

• $200 flat rate per shoot day

• Paid commercial background role

• Professional on-set experience

CASTING CALL — THE CHI, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Showtime Series
ROLES: Female Cigar Patron
SHOOT DATES: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for a 12:00 PM call time
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $132.80 / 8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

FEMALE CIGAR PATRON
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Gender: Female
• Ethnicity: Black or Latinx
• Age: Late 20s to early 30s

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

CASTING CALL — BARBERSHOP, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Barbershop — Amazon Project
ROLES: Pedestrian | Pedestrian With Car
SHOOT DATES: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for early call time
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $132.80 / 8 hours + $35 car bump if booked with vehicle

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

PEDESTRIAN
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 21–65

PEDESTRIAN WITH CAR
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age: 21–65
• Must own a vehicle
• Must have an active EP Casting profile

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

Photo Double Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting a Hispanic female performer to work as a photo double. This paid on-camera opportunity requires a very specific physical match, including hair, height, and clothing sizes. Photo doubles are essential for visual continuity and must closely match the principal actor’s appearance.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor

• Match the actor’s physical appearance for camera framing and continuity

• Follow direction from the production and camera teams

• Remain available on set during scheduled filming

Requirements

• Hispanic female performers ages 20–40

• Long black hair

• Height: 5’6″

• Bra size: 34C

• Shirt size: Small / Medium

• Dress size: 4

• Waist: 27.5

• Shoe size: 9

• Must be comfortable working as a photo double

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• Paid on-camera role

• Professional television production experience

Football Kicker Casting Call

Job Description
An upcoming production is casting experienced football kickers for on-camera roles portraying high school and college athletes. This paid opportunity is seeking authentic kickers with real football experience who can perform naturally on camera. One role requires a strong physical match as a double type, making accuracy in look and skill especially important.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera portraying a football kicker

• Perform football kicking actions realistically and safely

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain athletic readiness and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Male performers ages 18–20s

• Experienced football kickers only

• Caucasian male

• Height 5’7″ or shorter

• Must be able to portray high school or college-level athletes

• One role will serve as a double type

Compensation

• Paid on-camera role

• Professional production experience

• Athletic performance credit