Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Featured African American Male Patient Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a featured African American male background actor to portray the ill older brother of a principal character. Casting is looking for a thin or skinny man in his late 20s to 30s who can deliver a convincing non-speaking performance as a patient. This recurring featured extra role is expected to work across several episodes, so flexible availability is preferred. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the ill older brother of a principal character.
• Perform as a patient in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Deliver natural physical reactions and background performances.
• Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set direction.
• Maintain a consistent appearance across multiple episodes.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Late 20s to 30s.
• Thin or skinny build.
• Able to convincingly portray an ill patient.
• Must be available for potential work across multiple episodes.
• Flexible availability preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Black Female Actor Casting Call for True Crime TV Reenactment

Job Description

A non-union true crime reenactment series for network television is seeking a Black female actor in her 20s to portray Karen. Filming will take place in the Knoxville, Tennessee area during a night shoot. Casting is looking for a performer with straight black hair and a slim build who can closely match the character reference. This reenactment role does not include scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Karen in a true crime television reenactment.
• Recreate scenes and actions based on production direction.
• Deliver a convincing performance without scripted dialogue.
• Maintain character and appearance continuity throughout filming.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.

Requirements

• Black female actor.
• 20s.
• Straight black hair.
• Slim build.
• Must closely resemble the character reference.
• Must be able to work locally in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking true crime reenactment role.
• Must be available for a night shoot.

Compensation

• $150 per day.
• Hotel provided.

African American Female Stand-In for “Lizard Music”

Job Description

“Lizard Music” is seeking an African American female stand-in for filming in Fayetteville, Georgia, and surrounding areas. Casting is looking for a 54-year-old performer with a medium skin tone who can closely match the principal talent and provide consistent positioning during lighting, blocking, and camera setups. This paid stand-in casting opportunity requires availability across multiple production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during filming.
• Maintain accurate positioning for lighting and camera setups.
• Follow blocking and movement instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistent appearance and positioning throughout production.
• Work professionally with the camera, lighting, and production teams.

Requirements

• African American female.
• Age 54.
• Medium skin tone.
• Must be able to work in Fayetteville, Georgia, and surrounding areas.
• Must be available for multiple required production days.
• Comfortable following detailed stand-in and blocking directions.

Compensation

• $210 for 12 hours.

Job Description

Daddy Mode is casting background actors for a stylish loft party scene filming in Newton, Massachusetts. The production is seeking four Black and/or Hispanic men and four Black and/or Hispanic women, with a playing age range of 28–42. Selected talent will portray guests at an upscale loft party featuring a warm, sophisticated, Love Jones-inspired atmosphere. Performers should arrive stylish, confident, well-styled, and camera-ready. This is a half-day commitment filming on Sunday, August 9, and offers professional on-set experience along with screen credit opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a party guest as background talent in the production.
• Help create a natural, stylish, and energetic loft party atmosphere.
• Follow direction from the production team while filming.
• Maintain appropriate continuity and positioning between takes.
• Arrive camera-ready and professionally styled.

Requirements

• Seeking 4 Black and/or Hispanic men.
• Seeking 4 Black and/or Hispanic women.
• Playing age: 28–42.
• Must be stylish, confident, well-styled, and camera-ready.
• Must be able to commit to a half-day shoot.
• Limited spots are available.

Compensation

• Unpaid background roles.
• Meals provided.
• On-screen credit.
• IMDb credit submission.
• Professional on-set experience.

African American Female Stand-In for TV Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking an African American female stand-in for filming in downtown Chicago. This paid stand-in casting opportunity is looking for talent in their 20s to 40s with dark hair and a medium to light complexion. The selected performer will match the actor’s general height and build while assisting the production team with lighting and camera blocking. Talent must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during television production.
• Assist the crew with lighting setups and camera blocking.
• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and production teams.
• Remain available and professional throughout the scheduled shoot.
• Maintain consistency while standing in for the principal performer.

Requirements

• African American female.
• Ages 20s to 40s.
• Medium to light complexion.
• Dark hair.
• Height between 5’2″ and 5’4″.
• Weight between 120 and 140 lbs.
• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Able to work in downtown Chicago.
• Previous stand-in experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Brian Casting Call for True Crime TV Series

Job Description

A true crime television production in Knoxville, Tennessee, is seeking a Black male actor in his 20s to portray Brian. This paid TV casting opportunity is looking for talent comfortable performing dramatic true crime recreation material.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brian in true crime television scenes.
• Perform naturally and believably on camera.
• Follow creative and production direction.
• Maintain a professional presence on set.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Ages 20s.
• Comfortable with murder-related dramatic content.
• Able to work in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Isihia Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting the featured role of Isihia. Casting directors are seeking a Black male in his early 30s to portray the boyfriend of the victim in flashback scenes depicting happier moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Isihia in dramatic recreation scenes.
• Perform natural emotional moments on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Early 30s.
• Comfortable performing in a true crime recreation.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

David Casting Call

Job Description

A non-union true crime recreation series is casting a featured role for David, a Black male in his early 30s. Casting directors are seeking talent to portray a man being interviewed by detectives in a dramatic recreation with minimal scenes. This is a great opportunity for actors interested in television reenactment productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David during detective interview scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Deliver a natural, believable performance.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Black male.
• Early 30s.
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic true crime recreation.
• Must be available to film in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Horror Pilot Casting Call

Job Description

A horror pilot is casting speaking and supporting roles for an upcoming production in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking talented actors to bring a suspenseful story to life with emotionally compelling performances. This is an exciting opportunity for performers to audition for a horror project created by a major influencer and being pitched as a streaming series.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking or supporting role in a horror pilot.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required.

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Black woman, ages 25–30.
  • Black male, 30s.
  • Six children, ages 10–14, all races.
  • Black male, 50s.
  • Caucasian woman, ages 30–40.
• Strong acting skills and ability to portray dramatic or suspenseful scenes.
• Must be comfortable performing in a horror-themed production.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.