Chicago Extras Auditions

ACTRA Athletic Young Men Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking four athletic young male ACTRA performers to appear in an exterior scene. Selected talent will portray young men walking away from a tennis court while carrying tennis rackets. No tennis playing is required for this background role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an athletic young man leaving a tennis court.
• Walk naturally while carrying a tennis racket as a prop.
• Perform background actions as directed by the production team.
• Maintain a professional and natural on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Male performers in their 20s–30s.
• Athletic appearance.
• ACTRA members only.
• Four performers are needed.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• No tennis experience is required.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

ACTRA Female Bartender Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking an ACTRA female performer to portray an upscale bartender. The role requires an attractive, polished performer with real bartending skills who can convincingly work behind the bar in an upscale setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale female bartender on camera.
• Perform realistic bartending actions using previous bartending experience.
• Maintain a polished and professional appearance appropriate for an upscale setting.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Female performer.
• ACTRA member.
• Must have bartending experience and strong bartending skills.
• Must be able to portray an upscale, professional bartender.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

ACTRA Park Walkers in Their 20s Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking three ACTRA performers in their 20s to portray Park Walkers in an exterior scene. Selected background actors will perform natural park activity while following direction from the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Park Walker in an exterior scene.
• Perform natural walking and background actions on camera.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Performers in their 20s.
• ACTRA members only.
• Three performers are needed.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

$200/8 Hours Family Lookalike Casting Call – Daughter

Job Description

A production is seeking a female performer to portray the daughter in a family lookalike casting call. Talent should closely resemble the pictured daughter and be comfortable performing as part of an on-camera family.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter as a family lookalike.
• Match the general appearance and presence of the pictured character.
• Perform naturally alongside the other family lookalikes.
• Follow creative and on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Female performer who closely resembles the pictured daughter.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.
• Strong ability to portray a natural family dynamic on camera.
• Minors must have a parent or guardian involved in the casting process.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours.

$200/8 Hours Family Lookalike Casting Call – Mother

Job Description

A production is seeking a female performer to portray the mother in a family lookalike casting call. Talent should closely resemble the pictured mother and be comfortable performing alongside actors portraying the other members of the family.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother as a family lookalike.
• Match the general appearance and presence of the pictured character.
• Perform naturally alongside the other family lookalikes.
• Follow creative and on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Female performer who closely resembles the pictured mother.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.
• Strong ability to portray a believable family dynamic on camera.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours.

$200/8 Hours Family Lookalike Casting Call – Father

Job Description

A production is seeking a male performer to portray the father in a family lookalike casting call. Talent should closely resemble the pictured father and be comfortable working alongside performers portraying the other family members.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father as a family lookalike.
• Match the general appearance and presence of the pictured character.
• Perform naturally alongside the other family lookalikes.
• Follow creative and on-set direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Male performer who closely resembles the pictured father.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.
• Strong ability to portray a believable family dynamic on camera.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours.

$300 Black Male Performer – Speaking Role for Comedian / Content Creator Project

Job Description

A casting opportunity is seeking a Black male performer who identifies as gay for a speaking role in an A-list comedian and content creator project. The selected performer should have strong speaking skills and a confident, natural on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role for a comedian and content creator project.
• Deliver dialogue clearly, naturally, and confidently on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male performer, ages 25–35.
• Identifies as gay.
• Strong speaking and on-camera communication skills.
• No tattoos or extra piercings.

Compensation

• $300 for up to 6 hours.

1990s Black Sitcom Family Lookalike Casting Call

Job Description

A casting opportunity is seeking lookalikes to portray a family inspired by a popular 1990s Black sitcom. Casting will include four family roles: a mother, father, son, and daughter. Talent should closely resemble the characters from the featured sitcom family and be able to capture their recognizable appearance and personality. Additional production and casting details are expected to be announced soon.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mother, father, son, or daughter inspired by a well-known 1990s Black sitcom family.
• Capture the recognizable look and personality of the corresponding character.
• Follow creative direction provided by the production team.
• Participate in production activities as required for the selected role.

Requirements

• Seeking lookalikes for Mother, Father, Son, and Daughter roles.
• Talent should resemble characters from a popular 1990s Black sitcom family.
• Specific age ranges and additional casting requirements have not yet been announced.

Compensation

• Compensation has not yet been announced.