Chicago Music Video Auditions

Casting Call – Gross Eye Patient for SFX Scene

Job Description
A dynamic production is seeking a background actor to portray a patient with a gross or infected eye in a medical setting. This role features special effects makeup and is perfect for performers comfortable with prosthetics and intense visual storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient with a visibly gross or infected eye condition

• Collaborate with SFX makeup artists for prosthetic application

• Follow direction to perform subtle but impactful reactions

• Help add realism to a hospital or emergency room scene

Requirements

• Must be available for all three scheduled filming days

• Comfortable wearing SFX prosthetics or heavy makeup around the eye

• Must be patient during makeup application and filming delays

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor during production

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours plus a $25 SFX makeup bump

• Paid SFX role in a featured patient scene

• Work closely with a professional special effects team

Casting Call – Leg Amputee Patient for SFX Role

Job Description
A major production is hiring a performer to portray a specialty patient with a leg amputation in a hospital or clinical setting. This role involves special effects makeup and offers a unique opportunity for background actors with real or simulated amputations to showcase authenticity in a featured role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient with a leg amputation in a medical environment

• Collaborate with the SFX makeup team for realistic appearance

• Follow direction during filming and maintain continuity across scenes

• Support the visual storytelling in a scene requiring emotional realism

Requirements

• Must be available for three consecutive filming days

• Comfortable with later call times and full-day availability

• Must be comfortable with special effects makeup application

• Ability to remain professional and focused on set

Compensation

• $300 for 12 hours

• Rate includes a $25 SFX makeup bump

• Paid role with high visibility in a specialty scene

Casting Call – Vomiting Patient for SFX Scene

Job Description
A high-profile production is casting a background actor to portray a vomiting patient in a dramatic hospital scene. This special effects (SFX) role requires expressive performance and full-day availability, making it an ideal fit for talent comfortable with physical acting and on-set intensity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a vomiting patient in a medical setting

• Collaborate with the SFX team for realistic makeup and effects

• Follow direction to deliver convincing physical reactions

• Maintain professionalism during multiple takes and long setups

Requirements

• Must be available for all three consecutive filming days

• Comfortable with SFX makeup and simulated vomiting sequences

• Physically capable of repeating scenes requiring physical motion

• Must be reliable and adaptable to full-day shoots with late call times

Compensation

• $250 for 12 hours

• Paid SFX role with featured scene placement

• Experience working with professional SFX and production teams

Casting Call – Kindergarten Classroom Kids

Job Description
A new comedy feature is seeking young talent to portray kindergarten students in a classroom setting. This is an exciting opportunity for children to gain on-camera experience in a professional film environment. The production is looking for energetic and expressive kids to help bring this fun and heartwarming scene to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray kindergarten-aged children in a classroom scene

• Follow on-set directions and remain attentive during filming

• Maintain a cheerful and playful attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Boys and girls of all ethnicities, ages 5–6

• Must live near Griffin, GA due to labor law restrictions

• Provide your home address in the submission

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• Paid opportunity for child actors

• Work with an experienced production team on a professional set

Casting Call – Black Male Actor (18, Appears Younger)

Job Description
A new production is looking for a Black male actor who is 18 years old but has a youthful appearance to play a character requiring a younger look. This role is ideal for emerging talent looking to make a strong impression in a professional casting.

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately portray a youthful character with strong emotional depth

• Collaborate with directors and cast to deliver an authentic performance

• Participate in fittings or rehearsals as scheduled

Requirements

• Black male actor, age 18, who appears younger on screen

• Must submit both chest-up and full-body photos

• Provide current clothing sizes

• Include full contact information (phone and email)

• Indicate your current city or location

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Work on a professional set with industry creatives

• Exposure to casting directors and potential future roles

Extras Casting – Airport Staff

Job Description
A high-profile streaming production is casting background extras to portray airport staff in multiple upcoming scenes. This multi-day shoot offers a fantastic opportunity for talent to gain on-set experience while playing an essential role in a fast-paced airport setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional airport staff in a busy terminal environment

• Follow on-set instructions to ensure continuity and scene flow

• Work collaboratively with other extras and production crew

• Maintain appearance and character energy across all shoot days

Requirements

• Men or women, ages 20–50

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days

• Must work as a local in the Marietta area (near Leland Dr)

• Professional, punctual, and comfortable in a uniformed role

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours per day

• Payment via direct deposit

• Multi-day booking opportunity

Extras Casting – Police, SWAT, and EMT Roles

Job Description
A streaming platform production is now casting male background actors to portray police officers, SWAT team members, and EMTs in dynamic airport scenes. These roles play a critical part in creating authentic emergency response moments within a high-energy environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray active-duty police, SWAT, or EMT personnel in emergency response situations

• Follow direction to perform coordinated background actions

• Help build tension and realism in key airport scenes

• Maintain consistent appearance and energy on camera

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–50

• Must be able to work as a local in the Marietta area (near Leland Dr)

• Must indicate availability for one or more of the following dates: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday

• Physically fit and comfortable in tactical or medical gear

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours

• Paid via direct deposit

• Opportunity for single or multiple-day bookings

Featured Extra – Wedding Dress Tailor

Job Description
A streaming platform project is looking for a female background actor to portray a wedding dress tailor in an upcoming production. This is a great opportunity to join a professional set in a featured background role that brings character and elegance to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional wedding dress tailor in a bridal shop environment

• Follow direction on set to match the tone and visual requirements of the scene

• Maintain character presence and wardrobe continuity throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Female talent

• Ages 40–60

• Must be able to work locally in the Atlanta area

• Comfortable portraying a skilled and poised character

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours

• Paid via direct deposit

Extras Casting Call for Courtroom Scene in a Feature Film

Job Description
A Houston-based feature film is casting background extras for an upcoming courtroom scene. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a locally produced movie and gain on-set experience. The production is especially looking to bring in fresh faces but may also consider previous extras for reuse.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray courtroom attendees in a dramatic scene

• Follow direction from the assistant director and set coordinator

• Maintain wardrobe continuity throughout the shoot

• Remain on set for the duration of filming

Requirements

• Open to men and women, ages 18 and up

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be non-union

• Must be local to the Houston area or able to self-report

• Reliable and available for the full day of shooting

Compensation

• $75/day

• Payment via money order provided at the end of the filming day

Featured Extra Casting – Caucasian Male, Pastor Type

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking a featured extra to portray a pastor-type father figure in a pivotal scene. This is a unique opportunity to bring emotional depth to a character connected to the film’s main storyline. The role requires full availability for two scheduled shoot days and will film in the Decatur area. Perfect for experienced extras or character actors looking to add a meaningful credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father of a lead character with authenticity and subtlety

• Take direction from the director and adapt to emotional scene dynamics

• Maintain consistency in appearance and performance across both shoot days

• Participate in wardrobe fittings if needed

Requirements

• Caucasian male, appearing late 60s to 70s

• Must be fully available for both Monday 6/2/25 and Wednesday 6/11

• Must be able to work locally in the Decatur area

• Reliable, professional, and capable of portraying a pastor-like demeanor

Compensation

• Paid featured role

• Gain visibility in a key scene tied to a main character

• Work on a professional film set with seasoned crew