‘The Chi’ Season 6 Open Casting Call

On-Camera Talent for Reels, Micro-Dramas, TV, and Commercials

Job Description
A content and production studio is casting on-camera talent for upcoming projects including reels, micro-dramas, TV series, and commercials. This opportunity is open to actors, presenters, and creators with strong presence, confidence on camera, and the ability to deliver engaging performances in short-form and scripted formats. If you’ve ever thought “I could do that,” this is your chance to get seen for multiple productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera for short-form reels, micro-dramas, and commercial-style content

• Take direction quickly and deliver clean, confident takes

• Bring personality and strong screen presence to each concept

• Collaborate professionally with the production team during shoots

Requirements

• Actors, presenters, and content creators welcome

• Comfortable on camera and able to perform naturally

• Strong presence and professional attitude

• Must be able to provide name, age, and social media links/handles

Compensation

• Paid opportunities may be available (details provided upon selection)

Lead Roles: Lorie and Adam

Job Description
A paid, non-union film project is casting two lead roles for a character-driven story filming in Houston, TX. This production is seeking strong actors who can deliver nuanced, psychologically layered performances. Roles include Lorie, a brilliant rising attorney who is controlled and emotionally guarded, and Adam, a musician burdened by shame and guilt who becomes increasingly unstable under pressure. Filming is estimated at 10–12 days (dates TBD).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a scripted, emotionally driven film

• Deliver believable, grounded performances with subtle psychological depth

• Take direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced set environment

Requirements

• Lorie (Female, 25–35): Brilliant, controlled, emotionally guarded; values logic; subtle, internally driven performance style

• Adam (Male, 25–35): Musician role; emotionally open but increasingly unstable; reacts to pressure with paranoia and defensiveness; emotionally demanding material

• Strong on-camera acting skills and comfort with dramatic, character-based storytelling

• Must be able to work in Houston, TX (local hire preferred)

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• Paid non-union lead roles (rate shared upon selection)

African-American Lawyer Roles for Law Firm Content Shoots

Job Description
A law firm content production is casting African-American talent to portray lawyers in professional on-camera scenes. The project will film multiple shoots per month over several months, making it a great recurring paid acting opportunity in Atlanta. The production is seeking one female actor and one male actor with a polished, confident presence, strong memorization skills, and the ability to improv naturally while delivering believable “lawyer” performances in business attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lawyer in scripted law firm content scenes

• Memorize lines and deliver dialogue clearly and naturally

• Improvise when needed while staying on message and in character

• Arrive camera-ready in business suit or business casual wardrobe

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and on-set focus during each shoot

Requirements

• African-American female actor (1 role) and African-American male actor (1 role)

• Ages 30–45

• Comfortable performing scripted dialogue and light improv

• Professional, polished look suitable for lawyer roles

• Wardrobe: business suit or business casual

• Must be able to work in Atlanta, GA and have reliable transportation

• Must arrive healthy and ready to work (no illness/fever)

Compensation

• $150 per filming day (4–6 hours)

1–2 Year Old Boy for Award-Winning TV Crime Drama

Job Description
A BAFTA award-winning television crime drama is casting a young boy for an upcoming shoot in Staffordshire. This is a paid child talent opportunity for families with toddlers who are comfortable participating in a professional TV production. While the series is a crime drama, the child will not be directly exposed to adult themes. This role is ideal for parents/guardians seeking a legitimate, on-set experience for their child in a high-profile TV project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set for scheduled filming with parent/guardian present

• Follow simple direction with support from the child talent team

• Remain calm and cooperative during filming and short takes

• Work safely and professionally under child performance guidelines

Requirements

• Male child, ages 1–2

• Caucasian appearance

• Must be based near Staffordshire (local availability preferred)

• Must not be represented by another agency for film and TV work

• Parent/guardian must be available to accompany child on set

Compensation

• Paid child role (rate shared upon selection)

Featured Background: Real Chess Players

Job Description
A network television series is casting featured background talent to appear as real chess players in an upcoming scene. This opportunity is seeking experienced chess players who can naturally play the game on camera and bring authentic character to the scene. Casting is focused on new faces only who have not worked on this series in any role this season. Filming will take place in the Atlanta, GA area as a local hire, and talent must be comfortable working outdoors.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real chess player in a featured background scene

• Play chess naturally and accurately during filming

• Follow direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across takes

• Remain professional, punctual, and set-ready throughout the workday

Requirements

• Real chess players (must know how to play regularly)

• Male talent, all ethnicities

• Seeking older talent with an interesting, authentic look (approximately ages 60–80)

• New faces only (must not have worked on this series this season)

• Must be a local hire able to work in the Atlanta, GA area (no travel provided)

• Comfortable filming outdoors

• No visible tattoos that can’t be covered (or must be able to cover them)

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid full day even if wrapped earlier)

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable)

Sean (Friend/Fraternity Bro)

Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a male actor to portray Sean, a friend/fraternity bro type in dramatized reenactment scenes. This role involves mature, crime-related content including implied binge drinking and scripted violence. The character should have an athletic, muscular build with brown hair and be a loose match to a provided reference look. This production is filmed in a recreation format with no scripted audio.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Sean” in true crime reenactment scenes

• Follow direction to recreate events accurately and maintain continuity

• Perform realistic, non-speaking background/action moments on camera

• Maintain professionalism while filming sensitive subject matter

Requirements

• White male, ages 18–early 20s

• Brown hair

• Muscular/football build

• Must be a loose match to a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with implied binge drinking and scripted violence

• Must be able to work in the Knoxville, TN area and list any conflicts

Compensation

• $125 per day

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Fire Marshal. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor who can closely match a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. Ideal for dependable actors with a professional, authoritative presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Fire Marshal in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow direction to support investigative scene accuracy and continuity

• Match the reference look on camera and maintain consistency across takes

• Remain professional while working with intense, crime-related subject matter

Requirements

• White male, late 50s

• Bald with a gray mustache

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150 per day (flat rate)

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Det. Olson. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor who can closely match a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. Ideal for dependable actors with a natural, authoritative screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Olson in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow direction to recreate investigative moments accurately and maintain continuity

• Match the reference look on camera and stay consistent throughout filming

• Remain professional while working with intense, crime-related subject matter

Requirements

• White male, 40s

• Short gray hair

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $150 per day (flat rate)

Michael

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Michael. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor who can closely match a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. This opportunity is ideal for dependable actors with a realistic, grounded screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Michael” in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow direction to recreate events accurately and maintain continuity

• Match the reference look on camera and remain consistent throughout filming

• Maintain professionalism while working with sensitive subject matter

Requirements

• White male, late 30s–40s

• Bald with a dark goatee

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $125 per day (flat rate)

Dan

Job Description
A non-union network television true crime recreation series is casting for the role of Dan. This is a paid on-camera role for a white male actor with a strong resemblance to a provided reference look. The character appears in dramatized, crime-related scenes, so talent must be comfortable working with scripted violence and murder content. This opportunity is ideal for dependable actors who can deliver a natural, believable performance in a recreation-style production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Dan” in true crime recreation scenes for network television

• Follow on-set direction to match story beats and recreate events accurately

• Maintain a consistent look and screen presence that matches the reference

• Remain professional during sensitive or intense subject matter

Requirements

• White male, ages 50s–60s

• Longer blonde or light brown hair

• Must closely resemble a provided reference photo

• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $125 per day (flat rate)

• No hotel, travel, or stipend provided

African-American Kids Ages 9–12

Job Description
A production is casting African-American child talent for an upcoming shoot in Orlando. This opportunity is seeking both boys and girls with a natural on-camera presence. If your child is comfortable on set and available to work locally, this is a great paid youth casting opportunity to gain professional experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set for a scheduled shoot and follow simple direction

• Work professionally with the production team during filming

• Remain cooperative, attentive, and camera-ready throughout the day

Requirements

• African-American boys and girls

• Ages 9–12

• Must be able to work in Orlando, FL (local talent)

• Parent/guardian must be able to provide date of birth and contact information for submission

Compensation

• Paid role (rate shared upon selection)

Associate

Job Description
A non-union recreation series is casting male or female actors to portray an Associate in a crime-related scene. This is a one-scene role requiring professionalism and comfort with mature subject matter.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as an associate character in a scripted scene

• Follow direction and support scene realism

• Maintain focus and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Male or female, open ethnicity

• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $75 flat rate