Casting Call for Buckeye Couples

Job Description

A Columbus jeweler is seeking real couples with a connection to Ohio State University for an upcoming lifestyle photo shoot. The campaign will stage proposal moments at iconic locations around the OSU campus, featuring couples who met at Ohio State or began their love story there. Couples can be past or present Buckeyes and do not need to be current students.

Job Responsibilities

• Model as a real couple for staged proposal scenes.
• Participate in lifestyle photography around the OSU campus.
• Naturally portray romantic and authentic interactions on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the photographer and production team.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Must apply as a real couple.
• Couple should have met at Ohio State University or started their relationship on campus.
• Past and present Buckeyes are welcome.
• Must be comfortable modeling staged proposal scenes.
• Must be able to work in Columbus, Ohio.

Compensation

• $50 per person.
• $100 total per couple.
• Selected couples will also receive professional photos from the shoot.

Job Description

Rose Locke Casting is seeking young male and female talent to portray Cart Barn Staff for an upcoming golf trip production filming in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Selected talent will portray golf course employees responsible for cleaning, organizing, and handling golf carts before and after customers use them. This is a paid on-camera opportunity for talent who can naturally portray energetic young golf course staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a member of the golf course cart barn staff.
• Clean, organize, and handle golf carts as required for the scene.
• Perform natural background actions around the golf course.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Maintain a professional attitude while working on set.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 18–25.
• All ethnicities are welcome to apply.
• Must be able to portray young golf course staff.

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a young girl to work as a photo double for the character Ali. The selected child will stand in for the principal actor during wide shots, insert shots, and other scenes where a matching double is required. This is a paid, non-speaking opportunity for a child who closely matches the requested physical characteristics and can work comfortably on a professional television set. A studio teacher will provide three hours of schooling on set each filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the photo double for the Ali character.
• Perform simple positioning and movements according to production direction.
• Appear in wide shots, insert shots, and other required footage.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting.
• Maintain consistent hair and appearance throughout production.

Requirements

• Girl, ages 7–10.
• Caucasian.
• Height: 4’5″–4’8″.
• Weight: 60–78 lbs.
• Blonde hair.
• Must closely match the actor’s build, complexion, and hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must have a Joan Philo Casting work permit or be able to obtain one.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 6 hours.
• Paid, non-speaking role.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is casting a child photo double to match the appearance of the actor portraying Jeremy. The selected child will be used in wide shots, insert shots, and other scenes where a closely matched double is needed in place of the principal actor. This is a non-speaking role requiring a child who closely matches the specified height, weight, complexion, and hair characteristics. A studio teacher will provide three hours of schooling on set each filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for the Jeremy character.
• Match the principal actor’s positioning and movements as directed.
• Appear in wide shots, insert shots, and other required scenes.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting.
• Maintain consistent hairstyle and appearance throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 6–9.
• Caucasian.
• Height: 3’9″–4’3″.
• Weight: 45–55 lbs.
• Blonde or medium-dark hair.
• Must closely match the actor’s overall build, complexion, and hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must have a Joan Philo Casting work permit or be able to obtain one.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 6 hours.
• Paid, non-speaking role.

Job Description

A Virginia-based university video series is casting paid background talent for scenes filming at a local university in Richmond, Virginia. Production is seeking adults to portray patients in a social work environment. These are non-speaking, non-featured background roles requiring talent who can naturally portray everyday individuals within a realistic university and social work setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient in a social work environment.
• Perform natural background actions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain continuity in appearance and positioning between takes.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 18–70.
• All backgrounds and diversities encouraged to apply.
• Non-union talent.
• Must be able to self-report to Richmond, Virginia.
• Travel and lodging are not provided.

Compensation

• $175 for 3 hours.
• Non-union.
• No commission taken.

Job Description

CTG Casting is seeking a talented girl to portray Lucy, a supporting/co-lead character in an upcoming production filming in the Lake Cumberland area of Kentucky. Lucy is a confident, playful, and socially comfortable 13-year-old who quickly develops an easy connection with Martin. The role requires a charismatic young performer who can bring warmth, humor, self-assurance, and natural chemistry to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lucy with confidence, playfulness, and natural charisma.
• Deliver authentic and engaging on-camera performances.
• Perform physical comedy as required by the scenes.
• Develop believable on-screen chemistry with Martin.
• Take direction and work professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Girl, age 13.
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• Natural, charismatic, and playful performer.
• Comfortable with physical comedy.
• Able to portray a confident and self-assured personality.
• Must be available to work in Jamestown/Lake Cumberland, Kentucky.

Compensation

• $300 per day.
• Lodging provided at Lake Cumberland.

Job Description

CTG Casting is seeking a talented boy to portray Martin, a lead character in an upcoming production filming in the Lake Cumberland area of Kentucky. Martin is vulnerable, curious, and quietly emotional, with an awkward sense of humor. The role calls for a strong naturalistic actor who can balance subtle emotional moments with physical comedy and bring an authentic, understated quality to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Martin with vulnerability, curiosity, and emotional depth.
• Deliver a natural and believable on-camera performance.
• Perform physical comedy and bicycle-related scenes.
• Build convincing on-screen chemistry with the actor playing Lucy.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 11–13.
• White.
• Strong naturalistic acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying vulnerable and emotional moments.
• Good comedic instincts and comfortable with physical comedy.
• Must be comfortable performing bicycle work.
• Must be available to work in Jamestown/Lake Cumberland, Kentucky.

Compensation

• $300 per day.
• Lodging provided at Lake Cumberland.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a Latino male stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago. The selected talent will stand in for a principal actor during lighting, camera setups, and blocking, so a close match in height, weight, complexion, and hair color is important. Production is looking for a dark-haired male with a suitable physical match who can work comfortably through a potentially long day on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during camera and lighting setups.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions from the crew.
• Help production establish lighting, framing, and camera placement.
• Maintain consistent positioning during technical setups.
• Remain available for the full production day as required.

Requirements

• Male, Latino.
• Ages 30–50.
• Dark hair.
• Height: 5’9″–5’11”.
• Weight: 175–185 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s general complexion and hair color.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience should be included when applying.
• Must have flexible availability for a potentially early call time.

Compensation

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

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago. The production is looking for a Caucasian man with greyish hair who closely matches the principal actor’s height, weight, complexion, and hair color. The selected stand-in will work with the camera and lighting departments during technical setups and blocking. Previous stand-in or on-set background experience should be noted when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and setups.
• Work closely with camera, lighting, and production crew.
• Remain available for a potentially 12-hour production day.

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian.
• Ages 40–60.
• Greyish hair.
• Height: 5’8″–5’10”.
• Weight: 170–195 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s general complexion and hair color.
• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience should be included when applying.
• Flexible availability required, as production could begin as early as 5:30 AM.

Compensation

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

Job Description

“Untitled Rodeo Project” is casting background talent to portray bar patrons, pedestrians, and neighborhood residents for an overnight shoot in Atlanta. Production is seeking authentic, everyday people with different professions, personalities, and walks of life to create a believable neighborhood atmosphere. Selected talent may socialize in a bar, walk through neighborhood scenes, or react naturally to activity happening nearby.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron, pedestrian, or neighborhood resident.
• Socialize and interact naturally with other background performers.
• Perform natural street and nightlife activity as directed.
• React appropriately to action occurring within the scene.
• Follow all production instructions and blocking.

Requirements

• African American male and female talent.
• Ages 21–70.
• Authentic, everyday looks encouraged.
• Social and expressive personalities preferred.
• Comfortable working in a bar/nightlife setting or outdoors.
• Production will determine the specific background role based on scene requirements.
• Must work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.
• Full overnight availability required.
• New faces only, except previous rodeo attendees.

Compensation

• $110 for 10 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 10 hours, if applicable.
• Non-union.

Job Description

A streaming service series, currently titled “Untitled Rodeo Project,” is seeking male and female background talent to portray uniformed police officers in Atlanta. Production is looking for clean-cut, physically fit performers who can convincingly portray law-enforcement professionals. Relevant military, security, or law-enforcement experience is especially encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed police officer in background scenes.
• Follow production direction and assigned blocking.
• Maintain a professional law-enforcement appearance.
• Wear production-provided police wardrobe as required.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 30–55.
• Primarily seeking African American talent, but all ethnicities may submit.
• Clean-cut, physically fit, and professional appearance.
• Average clothing sizes preferred due to available uniform sizing.
• Law enforcement, military, security, or similar experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Flexible availability for potential recurring work encouraged.
• Must work as a local hire in Atlanta.
• Full overnight availability required.
• New faces only, except previous rodeo attendees.

Compensation

• $110 for 10 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 10 hours, if applicable.
• Non-union.

Job Description

“Untitled Rodeo Project,” an upcoming streaming service series, is casting male background actors to portray experienced detectives in the Atlanta area. Production is looking for professional, authoritative talent who can realistically fit into a law-enforcement environment and bring their own professional business attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an experienced detective in background scenes.
• Follow blocking and direction provided by production.
• Maintain a professional and authoritative on-camera presence.
• Provide appropriate professional wardrobe, including suits.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 35–65.
• All ethnicities welcome.
• Must own professional business attire, including suits.
• Professional and authoritative appearance.
• Law enforcement, military, security, or similar experience is helpful but not required.
• Must work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.
• New faces only, except previous rodeo attendees.

Compensation

• $110 for 10 hours guaranteed.
• Overtime after 10 hours, if applicable.
• Non-union.