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Casting Call: Featured Older Couple and Extras for Short Film in Chicago

Job Description:
We are seeking a real couple aged 60s–70s, as well as extras aged 30–60, for an exciting short film shooting in Chicago’s north side. The featured older couple will play a prominent role across two shoot days, requiring continuity. We are looking for positive energy and an efficient, professional attitude on set.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Featured Older Couple: Appear in key scenes across two shooting locations, providing continuity for both days.
  • Extras: Participate in background roles, enhancing the atmosphere of the film’s scenes.
  • Collaborate with the production team to ensure smooth and professional execution of your role.
  • Maintain a positive, easy-going presence on set.

Requirements:

  • Featured Older Couple:
    • Real couple, aged 60s–70s.
    • Must be available both shoot days for continuity.
    • Caucasian ethnicity.
  • Extras:
    • Male and female, aged 30–60.
    • All ethnicities encouraged to apply (diverse casting).
  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, IL.
  • Previous experience is preferred for the featured couple (Wrapbook will be used for payment, like crew).

Compensation:

  • Featured Older Couple: $150 per person per day ($300 total per person for both days, totaling $600 for the couple).
  • Extras: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work (likely less than 6 hours).

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Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Acting

Casting Former Teen Superfans for Short Film Series

Job Description
A new creative film project is seeking true stories from former teen superfans who were obsessed with pop culture in the late ’90s and early 2000s. If you grew up writing fan fiction, collecting memorabilia, or following your favorite teen idols religiously, this is your chance to share your story and get recognized for it. The selected stories will be adapted into fashion-focused short films, with contributors receiving writing credit and the option to appear on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Share authentic stories from your teen years as a superfan

  • Collaborate with filmmakers to adapt your story into a scripted short

  • Optionally appear in the short film if selected

  • Help portray the cultural influence of millennial fan culture

Requirements

  • Must have been a teen superfan during the late 1990s or early 2000s

  • Open to all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds

  • Must have written fan fiction, journal entries, or created fan content

  • Should have vivid memories, artifacts, or anecdotes from the era

  • Comfortable with creative collaboration and storytelling

Compensation

  • Paid project

  • Writing credit provided

  • On-screen opportunity available (optional)

  • Unique platform to celebrate your story and fandom legacy

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Extras for Upcoming Short Film in Atlanta

Job Description
A short film production in Atlanta is currently seeking enthusiastic male and female extras for a one-day shoot. This opportunity is open to individuals from all creative backgrounds, including artists, models, and aspiring actors. No previous on-set experience is required—just bring your presence and energy to help bring this indie film project to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as a background extra in various film scenes

  • Follow direction from the production team

  • Remain focused, professional, and on time throughout the shoot

  • Help create an engaging and authentic atmosphere for key scenes

Requirements

  • Male and female talent

  • Ages 18–35

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Must be available in Atlanta

  • No experience required

Compensation

  • Details will be shared directly with selected participants

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call: Background Attendees for Educational Short Film

Job Description
A narrative short film focused on Japanese American redress and restitution is seeking nonunion background actors to portray attendees at a hearing. The project will dramatize a pivotal moment in U.S. history and will be used as part of an educational platform. Filming will take place in Chicago and seeks authentic representation of Japanese American individuals to reflect historical accuracy.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background attendees in a historical hearing scene

  • Maintain period-appropriate appearance and demeanor on camera

  • Follow direction and stay engaged during lengthy filming periods

  • Arrive prepared with your own transportation to the set

Requirements

  • Open to all genders, ages 18–80

  • Must be of Japanese descent

  • Confirm availability for the scheduled shoot date(s)

  • Must be registered with 4 Star Casting to be considered

Compensation

  • $129 for 8-hour day

  • Paid nonunion role for educational programming

Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Acting

Social Media Project Casting Call

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is open for a dynamic video project and short film directed by a renowned artist, photographer, and director. The production seeks real people and character actors with unique and interesting faces. This non-union project will film on May 12th and 13th, offering a memorable chance to work closely with a celebrated creative visionary.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a short film under the direction of a well-known artist.

  • Deliver lines and embody distinct characters based on casting needs.

  • Participate in light choreography if required.

  • Collaborate on set with a professional creative team.

Requirements

  • Little Boy: 8-11 years old, Caucasian. Must have unique, interesting real looks, with big and unusual features. Will have one speaking line.

  • Grandma and Grandpa: 75-90 years old, Hispanic or Caucasian. Seeking real individuals with distinctive looks.

  • Body Double for Lead Artist: 20-32 years old, Caucasian. Should have a fair skin tone and a slim, fashion-forward build.

  • Square Dancing Nana: 75-90 years old, Caucasian. Must be willing to learn basic choreography.

  • Woman Dancing on Lamppost: 30-50 years old, any ethnic appearance. Looking for two women comfortable dancing sensually on a lamppost; professional dance experience not required.

  • Unique Characters: 37-70 years old, any ethnic appearance. Real people with standout features; some should be open to simple choreography.

Compensation

  • $300 for a 12-hour shoot day.

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11-03-2024

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