Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actor – Fancy Restaurant Patrons for The Up & Comer Movie

Job Details:

We are seeking Fancy Restaurant Patrons to appear in an upscale dining scene for The Up & Comer movie. This is a fantastic opportunity to play an essential role in a key scene while enjoying a day on a professional film set.

Responsibilities:

• Role: Fancy Restaurant Patrons
• Age Requirement: 40–80 years old
• Description: As a Fancy Restaurant Patron, you will be portraying an elegant diner at an upscale restaurant. Your role will involve sitting at a table, enjoying a meal, and interacting with the atmosphere as a refined guest. You may be asked to engage in light conversations or react naturally to the dining setting.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be between 40–80 years old.
• Gender and Ethnicity: Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Location: Must be available to work in Lincoln Park, Downtown Chicago on Monday, October 21, 2024.

Compensation:

• Rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work, with time and a half for overtime.
• Parking: Provided at the shoot location.
• Check: Paid at wrap.

Background Actor – General Extras for The Up & Comer Movie

Job Details:

We are seeking General Extras to appear in a bustling scene set inside Union Station for The Up & Comer movie. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional film production and experience the filmmaking process firsthand.

Responsibilities:

• Role: General Extras
• Age Requirement: 18 years old and above
• Description: As a General Extra, you will blend into the background in a busy Union Station scene. You will be part of the crowd and contribute to the lively atmosphere of the station as you walk, stand, or engage in simple activities as directed.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be 18 years old or older.
• Gender and Ethnicity: Open to all genders and ethnicities.

Compensation:

• Rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work, with time and a half for overtime.
• Parking: Provided at the shoot location.
• Check: Paid at wrap.

Background Actor – Funeral Goers for The Up & Comer Movie

Job Details:

We are currently seeking background actors to portray Funeral Goers for an upcoming scene in The Up & Comer movie. This is a great opportunity to participate in a professionally run film set while playing an important role in a dramatic sequence.

Responsibilities:

• Role: Funeral Goers
• Age Requirement: 60 years old and above
• Description: You will be playing attendees of a funeral inside the iconic Union Station in Chicago. As background talent, your role will involve blending into the scene while maintaining a solemn, respectful demeanor.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be at least 60 years old.
• Gender and Ethnicity: Open to all genders and ethnicities.
• Location: Must be able to work in Downtown Chicago on Friday, October 18, 2024.
• Photos: Please submit current color photos showcasing your current hairstyle and any facial hair.

Compensation:

• Rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work, with time and a half paid for any overtime.
• Parking: Provided at the shoot location.
• Check: Will be paid at wrap.

SAG Casting Call: Cool, Hip, Stylish Chefs for Emmy Award-Winning HBO Series

A major Emmy award-winning HBO series is looking for cool, hip, stylish chefs aged 30-45 to be featured in a scene for a night call filming tomorrow, Thursday, October 17th. This is a great opportunity to be part of a high-profile production and showcase your style in an exciting role.

Job Details:

• Project: Emmy Award-Winning HBO Series
• Role: Private Chef

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a private chef in a scene, bringing cool, trendy, and stylish energy to the role.
• Follow directions from the production team to ensure an authentic and seamless portrayal.
• Be punctual and professional for the night call and ready to contribute to the production.

Requirements:

• Chefs aged 30-45, who are stylish, young, and trendy.
• Must be available for the night call on October 17th.
• Ability to follow on-set direction and adapt quickly to production needs.

Compensation:

• SAG-AFTRA Rate: $216 for 8 hours of work, with overtime applicable according to SAG guidelines.

Casting Call: Silver Convertible European Car for “Up and Comer”

We are seeking a 2018-2025 Silver Convertible European Car for an upcoming production, Up and Comer, filming in Chicago. This is a fantastic opportunity for car owners to have their vehicle featured in a major project.

Job Details:

• Project: Up and Comer
• Role: 2018-2025 Silver Convertible European (Mercedes, BMW, Audi, etc.)

Responsibilities:

• Provide your silver convertible European car for use in the production on the specified filming dates.
• Your vehicle will be featured in various scenes, contributing to the overall look and feel of the production.
• Ensure that your car is in excellent working condition and available for filming on the scheduled dates.

Requirements:

• Vehicle must be a 2018-2025 model.
• Silver in color (any other color except white or red is acceptable).
• Car owners must be available on both October 22nd and October 24th for the filming schedule.

Compensation:

• $500 per film date for the use of the vehicle.

Casting Call: Males & Females Needed for Boxing Scenes in Apopka, FL

We are casting males and females for boxing scenes being filmed in Apopka, FL tomorrow, Thursday 10/17. This is a great opportunity to be part of several fight scenes that will take place at different venues, including Mandalay Bay and a smaller venue.

Job Details:

• Project: Boxing Scenes (Multiple Fights)
• Date: Thursday, October 17th
• Location: Apopka, FL

Roles Available:

• Upscale Males & Males with Character Faces
• Fight Judges (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Boxers (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Trainers (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Promo Team (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Fight Timekeepers (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Commissioners (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Announcer (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Doctors (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Police (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Photographers (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Opponents Teams (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Venue Workers (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Cameramen (also crowd in different fight scenes)
• Fight Fans & Attendees (Females also needed for these roles)

Job Responsibilities:

• Be available to portray your assigned role or participate as a member of the crowd in various fight scenes.
• Follow directions from the production team and contribute to the authenticity of the scenes.
• Depending on the role, interact with the action happening in the boxing ring and contribute to the atmosphere of the event.

Requirements:

• Open to males and females, particularly those with unique, character-filled faces or upscale looks.
• No prior experience necessary, but a professional attitude and willingness to follow direction is required.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per day worked.
• Hotel accommodation will be provided if necessary.

Casting Call: Piano Hand Double for Feature Film “Denim and Diamonds”

We are currently seeking a Caucasian female piano hand double for an upcoming feature film, “Denim and Diamonds.” This is a great opportunity for individuals with piano-playing experience and a close hand resemblance to the lead actor.

Job Details:

• Project: Denim and Diamonds (Feature Film)
• Role: Piano Hand Double (Caucasian Female)
• Location: Filming will take place in New Jersey (Van transport available from Manhattan when out of zone).

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a hand double for piano-playing scenes, ensuring hand movements align with the on-screen performance.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure continuity in shots involving piano sequences.
• Participate in a scanning process to create digital replicas of your hands for use in connection with the motion picture, as outlined in the SAG Basic Agreement.

Requirements:

• Must be a Caucasian female with hands closely resembling the lead actor’s.
• Previous piano experience or skill is a plus to accurately depict piano playing in scenes.

Compensation:

• SAG Rate: $253/8 hours (Overtime will be paid for any work exceeding 8 hours).
• Compensation is in accordance with SAG guidelines, ensuring fair pay and working conditions.

Non-Union Background Actor for “County Rescue” (Server)

Jenny Alison Casting is seeking a Female, aged 20-30, to portray a Server in an upcoming episode of County Rescue. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a TV production and showcase your background acting skills in a restaurant scene.

Job Details:

• Role Needed:
  • Female, aged 20-30 to play a Server in a restaurant setting
• Location: Chattanooga, TN (must be able to self-report and work as a local)

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a restaurant server at a country club in the scene.
• Follow on-set instructions to ensure smooth continuity and performance during filming.
• Be prepared to be on set for up to 12+ hours, though the exact time may vary.

Requirements:

• Female actor, aged 20-30.
• Must be new to this project (cannot have worked on County Rescue previously).
• Must be able to self-report to the Chattanooga area.
• Must be available for the entire filming day (up to 12+ hours, although minors will not be working for extended hours).

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $100 for 8 hours (with time and a half after 8 hours).
• Potential to work up to 12+ hours as required by the production.

Non-Union Background Actor for “County Rescue” (Friend of Lead)

Jenny Alison Casting is seeking a Male, aged 38-40, to portray a Friend of the Lead in an upcoming episode of County Rescue. If you meet the age requirements and are available to work in the Chattanooga area, this is a great opportunity to be part of a TV production.

Job Details:

• Role Needed:
  • Male, aged 38-40 to play the Friend of Lead
• Location: Chattanooga, TN (must be able to self-report and work as a local)

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the Friend of the Lead character in a supporting background role.
• Follow directions on set to ensure consistency and maintain the production’s flow.
• Be prepared for potential extended shooting hours, though the exact amount of time on set may vary.

Requirements:

• Male actor, aged 38-40.
• Must be new to this project (cannot have worked on County Rescue previously).
• Must be able to self-report to the Chattanooga area.
• Must be available for the full day of filming (up to 12+ hours, though not guaranteed to work the entire time).

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $100 for 8 hours (with time and a half after 8 hours).
• Must be available to work potentially up to 12+ hours if required.

Non-Union Background Actors for “County Rescue” (Country Club Patrons)

Jenny Alison Casting is seeking non-union background actors to portray Country Club Restaurant Patrons for an upcoming episode of County Rescue. If you’re local to Chattanooga and looking for a background role in a TV series, we want to hear from you!

Job Details:

• Role Needed:
  • Country Club Restaurant Patrons
    • All genders
    • Age range: 20-75
• Date: Tuesday, October 15th
• Location: Chattanooga, TN (must be able to self-report and work as a local)

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a country club patron in a restaurant setting.
• Follow on-set instructions to maintain character and continuity throughout the filming.
• Commit to being available on set for up to 12+ hours as needed (though actual filming time may vary).

Requirements:

• Must be new to this project (cannot have worked on County Rescue previously).
• Must be local or able to self-report to the Chattanooga area.
• Must be able to commit to working the full day (up to 12+ hours, though minors will not be working this duration).

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $100 for 8 hours (with time and a half paid after 8 hours).
• Be prepared to work potentially up to 12 hours.