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Actors and Background Talent for Music Video
Job Description
A music video production is casting a range of unique and expressive talent for multiple roles in a visually striking project filming in Chicago. This production is seeking individuals with distinct looks and strong on-camera presence to bring dramatic and cinematic scenes to life.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned characters in stylized music video scenes
- Perform under direction in dramatic or atmospheric setups
- Participate in scenes involving prosthetic makeup or special effects if selected
- Collaborate with the creative team to achieve the desired visual tone
Requirements
- Open to various roles including lead antagonist, featured actors, and background talent
- Must be comfortable portraying intense or eerie characters
- Some roles require comfort with prosthetic makeup
- Strong presence, unique look, or character-driven appearance preferred
- Able to take direction and perform reliably on set
Compensation
- $135 for 8 hours
Feature Film Location Casting Call: Residential Homes
Job Description
A feature film is seeking residential homes to be used as filming locations for an upcoming production. This is a paid, non-union opportunity for homeowners in the Chicago northwest suburbs whose properties match specific story-driven needs. Selected homes will be featured on camera for multiple filming days.
Job Responsibilities
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Provide interior and exterior access to the home for filming
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Allow the production team to dress and film the location as needed
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Coordinate availability with the production schedule
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Maintain clear communication with the location department
Requirements
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Homes located in the Chicago northwest or north suburbs
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Preference for areas near Schiller Park and northwest of Rosemont
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Availability for 2–3 days of filming
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Two types of homes needed:
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A classic, well-kept but dated single-family home with a semi-finished basement
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A middle to upper-middle-class suburban family home built approximately 10–25 years ago, preferably with an attached garage
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Compensation
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$1,750 per day
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Paid non-union location rental
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Professional feature film production
Wedding Guests (Background Extras)
Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray wedding guests in a lively celebration scene. This role is open to performers of all looks and ethnicities who can bring natural reactions and elegant energy to a formal wedding setting. Scenes will feature mingling, seated moments, and authentic wedding atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray wedding guests in formal celebration scenes
- React naturally during ceremony and reception moments
- Follow on-set direction to maintain continuity
Requirements
- Must be comfortable wearing wedding-appropriate formal attire
- Open to all looks and ethnicities
- Reliable, professional, and punctual
- Background acting experience is helpful but not required
Compensation
- Paid background role
- Payment issued at wrap
- Professional feature film set experience