Chicago Music Video Auditions

Casting Call for Entertainment Correspondent

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is available for a sharp, engaging, and camera-ready entertainment correspondent. This role involves being one of the on-camera faces for breaking news, pop culture updates, and trending stories across music, sports, fashion, and entertainment.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging on-camera reports covering entertainment, music, sports, and fashion

• Create compelling stories that connect with a diverse audience

• Shoot professional-quality self-tapes and social media content

• Represent the brand with a strong and dynamic on-screen presence

Requirements

• African American or ethnic looks, male or female

• Must be 21 or older

• Strong on-camera personality and storytelling ability

• Knowledge of pop culture, sports, hip hop, R&B, and influencer culture

• Journalism, media, or communications background preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity with potential for recurring on-camera appearances

• Exposure in entertainment and media industry spaces

Casting Call for Upscale Hotel Guests in Tell Me Lies

Job Description
A television production is seeking background performers to portray upscale hotel guests in an evening and night shoot. This opportunity is open to ACTRA members only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale hotel guests in background scenes

• Maintain professionalism and follow on-set direction

• Contribute to the realistic atmosphere of the production

Requirements

• ACTRA members only

• Ages 30 and older

• Must not have previously appeared in the production

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Shuttle transportation available for talent

Casting Call for Real Elementary and High School Teachers

Job Description
A casting opportunity is open for real elementary and high school teachers to appear in an upcoming production. This role seeks authentic educators of any subject and background to bring genuine classroom energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real teacher in a professional production

• Bring authentic classroom presence and teaching demeanor

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Open to all ages, genders, and ethnicities

• Must be a real teacher (elementary, high school, part-time, full-time, or Sunday school)

• Based in the San Francisco/Bay Area

Compensation

• $2000 for the shoot

• Professional experience working on a major production

Casting Call for Period Piece Role in The Westies

Job Description
A period production is casting for a featured role portraying a lady of the night. This role requires authenticity, natural looks, and comfort in portraying the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a period-accurate character in a featured role

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver an authentic performance

• Be comfortable with the role’s subject matter and requirements

Requirements

• ACTRA female performer, woman of color

• Ages 20s–30s

• Waist size 25–26″ (size replacement)

• Natural appearance, no false enhancements (hair, nails, lashes, etc.)

• Must be comfortable portraying a lady of the night

Compensation

• Paid ACTRA role

• Featured work on a period production

Background Actor Casting Call for Feature Film Elastic Hearts

Job Description
A feature film starring Cole Sprouse and Darby Lee-Stack is seeking background actors to appear in upcoming scenes. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience while working alongside a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production staff

• Contribute to the authenticity of the film environment

Requirements

• Men and women, 18+

• All ethnicities

• Non-union talent only

• Most roles require just one day of work

Compensation

• $125/day (cash at wrap)

Casting Call for Police Officer Role – Background Actor

Job Description
A major television series is seeking background actors to portray police officers in upcoming scenes. This role requires a strong presence and the ability to deliver an authoritative look on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background scenes

• Maintain professionalism on set

• Take direction from the production team to achieve the desired performance

Requirements

• All races, ages 25 and up

• Must have an intimidating and authoritative look

• Must be clean-shaven

Compensation

• Background actor rate of $132

• Opportunity to work on a popular television series

Commercial Casting Call Featuring NBA Star – Male and Female Athletic Teens

Job Description
A major commercial campaign featuring an A-list NBA player is casting male and female athletic teens for non-speaking roles. Filming will take place in New York City, with selected talent featured in worldwide social and digital campaigns.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally on camera without dialogue

• Bring energy and authenticity to the role

• Take direction well from the production team

• Collaborate with cast and crew to achieve the campaign’s vision

Requirements

• Must be 18+ but able to portray 15–17 years old

• Female Athletic Teen: Any ethnicity, athletic build, non-speaking role

• Male Athletic Teen: Any ethnicity, athletic build, non-speaking role

Compensation

• $1,000 + agency fee (if applicable)

• $500 usage fee (usage not guaranteed)

Commercial Casting Call Featuring NBA Star – Teen Hooper/Young New Yorker

Job Description
A major commercial campaign starring an A-list NBA player is seeking a Teen Hooper/Young New Yorker to bring authentic energy to the screen. This is a speaking role filmed in New York City, with worldwide digital and social usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a speaking role with confidence and charisma

• Deliver natural dialogue that fits the commercial’s tone

• Work closely with the production team to bring the vision to life

• Adapt quickly to direction during filming

Requirements

• Must be 18+ but able to portray 15–17 years old

• Afro-Latinx, Dominican, or Latinx

• Athletic build, any gender

• Basketball skills not required

Compensation

• $1,500 + agency fee (if applicable)

• $500 usage fee (usage not guaranteed)

Casting Call for YouTube Video Roles

Job Description
A popular content creator is seeking three actors for an upcoming YouTube video shoot. This project offers paid roles and the chance to work on a creative production with strong character-driven parts.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned character roles authentically on-camera

• Follow direction from the production team for staging and performance

• Contribute energy and personality to enhance the video’s storyline

• Collaborate with other actors to create engaging scenes

Requirements

• One actor to portray a lie detector operator

• One buff male actor to play a strong man

• One male actor to play a police officer

• Must be confident on camera with strong improvisation skills

• Reliable and available for the shoot day

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Chance to gain visibility through a popular YouTube content creator

• Professional on-set experience for portfolio growth

Job Description
A popular content creator is casting men who are passionate about gaming to participate in an exciting dating show. This is a paid opportunity to be featured in a unique production combining entertainment, personality, and gaming culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a contestant in a dating show format

• Engage with other cast members on-camera in a natural and authentic way

• Represent gaming culture and showcase your personality

• Follow production direction during filming

Requirements

• Male participants only

• Must have a genuine interest in gaming

• Comfortable being on-camera in a dating show environment

• Must be reliable, enthusiastic, and ready to bring personality to the screen

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

• Exposure to a large online audience through a popular content creator’s platform

• Chance to network and gain visibility in entertainment and digital media