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Extras Casting Assistant

CASTING ASSISTANT ALERT!

The Extras casting department for Chicago Fire and Chicago Med is searching for a full time, paid, extras casting assistant who can work Monday thru Friday, starting early next week. Work hours are from 830AM until 9PM, sometimes we wrap around 8PM. This is a paid position.

For the health and safety of all individuals on “Chicago MED,” all “Zone A” cast and crew must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning work.

We will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance.
You will be REQUIRED to show a hard copy or an electronic copy (photo) of their vaccination card at testing when they come in for their pre-employment test 2 days before they work.
You must be available early next week thru early May 2022. This position requires an assistant who is able to handle many changes (film changes constantly)
and also able to process information quickly.

Requirements:
A working Excel software program on your working laptop. A working car so you can safely travel from home to work at Cinespace studios (On the west Side of Chicago)
Legible writing as we write lists of names and numbers of extras
we cast. Professional phone manner – not afraid of making many phone calls.
We are searching for someone who is always on time, cheerful, dedicated and diligent — Someone who is focused and doesn’t let the ball drop.

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Casting Actors and Production Crew for Police Crime Drama Mini-Series

Job Description
An upcoming detective-themed mini-series is now casting actors and hiring crew members for a gritty, character-driven crime drama set in Los Angeles. The production is currently filling supporting and background roles for both male and female talent, as well as key crew positions. This non-union, passion-driven project will shoot on location around L.A. using top-tier equipment, with a commitment to cinematic visuals and a strong focus on story and performance. All actors will receive IMDb credit, footage for their reels, and meals on set.

Job Responsibilities
For Actors:

  • Portray supporting or background characters in a detective crime drama

  • Collaborate on set with the cast and director to bring scripted scenes to life

  • Deliver performances suited to a dramatic, realistic storytelling tone

For Crew:

  • Join the production team in roles such as:

    • Production Assistant

    • Grip

    • Set Dresser

    • Food Caterer

    • Makeup Artist / Special Effects for blood hits, etc.

  • Help maintain on-set operations and assist in creative execution

Requirements

  • Male and female actors of all ethnicities and ages (excluding children)

  • Must submit a recent headshot (no older than 10 years) and reel (if available)

  • Actors without reels will be considered for background work first

  • Crew must have experience or willingness to support various production departments

  • Must be based in or able to work in Los Angeles

  • Open to dedicated, professional individuals ready to collaborate on a high-quality production

Compensation

  • Non-union

  • IMDb credit

  • Copy for reel

  • Meals on set

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09-12-2021

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