Casting Call for Dark Skin Talent

CASTING CALL — WGN Daytime & Spotlight: The Heartland Roadshow (2026)

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: WGN Daytime & Spotlight: The Heartland Roadshow

ROLES: Business Professional

SHOOT DATES: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Daytime availability required

LOCATION: Arlington Heights Area, IL

RATE: $200/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Business Professional

• Gender: Male or Female

• Age Range: 40–65

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Look: Professional, corporate, business-appropriate appearance

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Job Description

A low-budget proof-of-concept short film is casting background performers to portray medieval knights and foot soldiers in an action-focused battle sequence. This is a non-speaking background opportunity with the potential for select performers to be featured. Performers must be comfortable with swordplay on camera and able to arrive camera-ready in their own medieval look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medieval battle warriors (knights/foot soldiers) in background action scenes

• Perform basic staged combat and swordplay (self-directed, fast-paced set)

• Follow on-set direction for timing, spacing, and safety during battle choreography

• Maintain wardrobe/armor continuity and arrive fully costumed and ready to work

Requirements

• Male legal adults (approx. ages 18–50s)

• Must provide your own medieval wardrobe/armor (1000–1200s-era look)

• Must arrive costume-ready and prepared for a quick-moving shoot

• Must have safe weapons/props (preferred; bring what you can)

• Experience preferred: stage combat, reenactment, Buhurt, HEMA, SCA, or similar (but not required if you can perform convincing broadsword-style combat)

• Non-union

• Limited availability (production may cap the number of performers)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid passion project

• Meal provided after the shoot

Job Description
A feature film titled “Dalton” is casting background actors to portray police officer / law enforcement types. Talent will appear in on-camera scenes requiring a strong, professional presence and a clean-cut (regulation-appropriate) look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer/law enforcement background role on set

• Follow on-set direction from the AD team and production

• Maintain a professional presence and consistent look throughout filming

• Attend a wardrobe/costume fitting if required

• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate grooming (regulation-appropriate hair/facial hair)

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 22–55

• Strong, professional presence

• Clean-cut or regulation-appropriate hairstyles/facial hair

• Must be local to Savannah or able to self-report (work as a local)

• Must be available for a costume fitting if selected

• No prior on-camera experience required

Compensation Details

• $130 / 8 hours

• Fitting pay: $32.50 (if applicable)

Job Description
A network television true crime recreation series is casting Detective Glover, a law enforcement role for a new series filming in the Knoxville area. Production is seeking a white male who should resemble the body type and hair shown in the reference photo and feel comfortable portraying a police detective on camera. This is a non-union opportunity and local talent is strongly encouraged, as travel and lodging are not provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Glover in reenactment scenes for a true crime recreation series.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes.

• Wear appropriate wardrobe and present a professional law enforcement look as required.

• Arrive on time, prepared, and available for scheduled call times and filming blocks.

Requirements

• White male performer who can match the look (body type and hair) of the reference photo.

• Must be comfortable portraying law enforcement on camera.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (no travel or hotel provided).

• Non-Union.

• Submission materials typically include: name, current photos (shoulders-up and full body), height/weight, and location (city/state).

Compensation Details
$135 per day worked. (No travel or hotel provided.)

Job Description

A web miniseries titled Twisted Hearts is holding an open casting call for non-union talent. Performers of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit, with casting open to talent based across Canada and the United States. Filming will take place in the Metro Vancouver area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a web miniseries production.

• Take direction from the director and production team on set.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work as scheduled.

• Provide any requested self-tapes, callbacks, or additional materials during casting.

Requirements

• Must be non-union.

• Open to talent based in Canada and the USA.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the filming area (travel/lodging not specified).

• Must be able to follow production instructions and meet standard on-set expectations.

Compensation Details

• Compensation is not specified in the casting notice (details may be shared during selection).

Job Description

A sports brand social media campaign is seeking a real youth girls’ softball team (ages 11–12) for background roles in a commercial-style shoot. This project will feature a full team and coach in authentic softball action and team moments. Talent must be local to Austin, Texas, and include players and a coach who can participate together as a group.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real softball team in background scenes for a sports brand commercial/social media campaign.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during team sequences.

• Bring authentic softball energy, teamwork, and natural group interaction on camera.

• Arrive prepared with any required gear/uniform items as instructed by production.

Requirements

• Age Range: Girls ages 11–12 (real team required)

• Must be a real youth girls’ softball team, including a coach.

• Must be local to Austin, Texas.

• Union Status: Non-union

• Comfortable being filmed for a social media campaign running approximately two weeks.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $250 per day per player and coach

Job Description

A nonunion corporate video for a cable provider is seeking male extras to portray mechanics in a garage scene. This role is ideal for talent who can look natural working in a shop environment and take direction well on set. Casting is being done from photos only, and applicants should be local to the Philadelphia, PA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic extra in a garage/shop scene for a corporate video.

• Follow on-set direction for background action, blocking, and continuity.

• Maintain a believable work-shop presence (handling tools, moving around the set naturally as directed).

• Work professionally and collaboratively with the crew and other background talent.

Requirements

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 25–50

• Must be local to the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a garage environment.

• Able to submit clear photos for casting (casting from photos only).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the post (to be provided upon inquiry).

Job Description

A nonunion corporate video for a cable provider is seeking extras to portray pool players in a scene set in a pool hall. This opportunity is best for talent who can look natural in a casual social environment and take direction easily on set. Casting is being done from photos only, and applicants should be local to the Philadelphia, PA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pool player extra in a pool hall scene for a corporate video.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, background movement, and continuity.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a natural, believable presence during filming.

• Work professionally with the crew and other background talent throughout production.

Requirements

• Age Range: 25–50

• Must be local to the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a pool hall environment.

• Able to submit clear photos for casting (casting from photos only).

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the post (to be provided upon inquiry).

Job Description
Calling local indie filmmakers with an upcoming project: earn big-screen exposure by having your trailer or teaser played before a packed theater screening. This promotional opportunity is ideal for creators looking to build buzz, grow an audience, and get eyes on a new film during a limited theatrical run.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide a short, audience-ready film trailer, teaser, or promo suitable for theatrical playback

• Ensure your promotional video represents your project clearly and professionally

• Share a brief synopsis to help introduce your film to moviegoers

Requirements

• You are a local or regional filmmaker with an upcoming indie project

• Trailer/teaser is clean, theatrical-appropriate, and ready for public viewing

• Promo content is short-form and designed to hook an audience quickly

• You have the rights/permission to screen all audio, music, and footage used

Compensation

• Promotional placement on the big screen before a theater showing

• Audience visibility and marketing exposure for your upcoming film

• No monetary compensation; this is a promotional opportunity

Job Description
A paid casting opportunity is now open for a Chinese or British-Chinese female actor to play the female lead in an upcoming production. This lead acting role calls for a performer who can bring depth, presence, and emotional range to a character-driven story, with scenes filming in London. Bilingual ability is essential, as the role requires speaking both English and Cantonese.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the female lead in a scripted narrative production

• Deliver dialogue in both English and Cantonese with confidence and clarity

• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop a strong on-screen performance

• Attend rehearsals, fittings, and filming days as required

• Maintain professionalism on set and follow production direction

Requirements

• Chinese or British-Chinese female actor, age 25–30

• Fluent in English and Cantonese (required)

• Strong on-camera acting skills and ability to carry a lead role

• Available to film in London as scheduled

• Prior acting experience preferred (film, TV, or short film)

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection/booking)

Cuffin Ain’t Easy (Vertical Scripted Series) – Casting Talent

Job Description
A new vertical scripted series is casting actors for multiple principal roles. Cuffin Ain’t Easy follows a tight-knit group of young men still coping with the loss of a close friend as they spiral into a competitive “who can cuff the most women before Valentine’s Day” challenge—raising the stakes on friendship, grief, loyalty, and identity. Filming is planned for the Atlanta area, and this is a strong opportunity for performers looking to build narrative credits in a fast-growing vertical series format.

Roles Available (Principal)

• Kamran (Male, early 20s, Black) — clean-cut, athletic, confident; must be a trans man

• Jamal (Male, early–mid 20s, Black) — high energy, comedic, lively

• Marcus (Male, early–mid 20s, Black) — tall, assertive, natural leader

• Erika (Female, early–mid 20s, Black) — attractive, unpredictable, comedic

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with strong emotional range and natural dialogue delivery

• Collaborate with director and production team during rehearsals and filming days

• Take direction quickly and maintain character consistency across scenes

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready for a paced vertical series production

Requirements

• Acting experience preferred (training or prior on-camera work encouraged)

• Must fit the role specifications listed above

• Comfortable performing in a character-driven scripted series

• Available to work in the Atlanta area as needed by production

Compensation

• IMDb credit

• Copy/footage provided

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign for a local financial institution is casting fresh faces for a generational story centered on the passage of time. Production is seeking local talent in Bay County, Florida (Panama City area), and families with physical similarities are encouraged to apply to help portray two versions of the same grandmother character on camera. This is a non-speaking opportunity with regional broadcast and social usage.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a non-speaking commercial shoot portraying a family role.

• Follow direction for natural reactions, movement, and lifestyle-style moments.

• Maintain professionalism on set and support continuity across takes.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Bay County, Florida (Panama City area).

• Non-speaking roles needed:

  • Grandmother: Female, 60–70.

  • Younger Grandmother: Female, 30–35.

  • Grandson/Son: Child, 8–10.

• Families encouraged to submit together (physical similarities preferred).

Compensation

• $450 per talent.

• Media buyout included.

• Usage: Regional broadcast (up to 1 year) and social media (in perpetuity).