Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call for Background Extras – NBC’s Chicago Med (Episode 1006)

Job Description: We are currently accepting submissions for general background roles for NBC’s Chicago Med, Episode 1006. We are looking for individuals of all genders and ethnicities, aged 18 and older, to portray various background characters. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a popular medical drama series filmed in Chicago.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray general background characters in various scenes set in and around the hospital.
• Follow directions from the production team to ensure smooth filming.
• Be available for the entire filming day if selected.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated from high school.
• Should not currently be attending classes (as this could interfere with availability).
• Comfortable working as a background extra in a hospital setting.
• Must provide specific measurements and current photos (both headshot and full-length) to be considered.

Compensation Details:

• Pay Rate: $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work (flat rate).
• Overtime is paid at time + 1/2 after 8 hours.
• If your vehicle is used on set, there will be an additional $35 bump in pay (please note: no red or white vehicles).

Casting Call for News Reporter Role – Christmas Movie (Major Television Network)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray a news reporter in a new Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area for a major television network. The news reporter will be featured covering a special holiday event, bringing a professional and polished presence to the festive storyline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a professional news reporter on screen, reporting on a Christmas-themed event.
• Deliver non-verbal performances with confidence and authority while following the direction of the production team.
• Maintain a professional, polished appearance suitable for a news segment.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 25-50.
• Must be able to work as a local in the Atlanta area.
• Professional, confident demeanor suitable for a news reporter role.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $130 for 10 hours of work (unless otherwise stated).

Casting Call for Valet Role – Christmas Movie (Major Television Network)

Job Description: We are seeking a male actor to portray a valet in a new Christmas movie filming in the Atlanta area for a major television network. The valet will be working in a festive environment, assisting guests as they arrive at an upscale holiday event.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a valet helping guests with their vehicles during a Christmas event.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth execution of the scene.
• Maintain professionalism and a welcoming demeanor while interacting with guests on screen.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 18-35.
• Must be able to work as a local in the Atlanta area.
• Professional appearance and a clean-cut look are preferred.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $130 for 10 hours of work (unless otherwise stated).

Casting Call for Volunteers – Christmas Movie (Major Television Network)

Job Description: We are casting African American men and women to portray volunteers for a new Christmas movie being filmed in the Atlanta area. The volunteers will be helping with the organization of a Christmas Ball. This is a great opportunity to be part of a heartwarming holiday production for a major television network.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray volunteers helping with the setup and coordination of a Christmas Ball in a festive holiday setting.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure the scene runs smoothly.
• Maintain a positive and festive attitude while interacting on set.

Requirements:

• African American men and women, ages 20+.
• Must be available for one of the shooting days as indicated (Monday or Tuesday).
• Must be able to work as a local in the Atlanta area.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $130 for 10 hours of work (unless otherwise stated).

Casting Call for Ferguson Project – Female Sales Associate Role (Non-Union)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray a sales associate for an upcoming Ferguson commercial project set in Richmond/Hampton Roads, VA. The role involves assisting plumbers in a supply house environment, providing excellent service and expertise. Self-taped auditions are required, and callbacks will be conducted via Zoom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a Ferguson sales associate, assisting plumbers with finding parts and providing solutions to their needs.
• Display a professional, friendly demeanor while engaging with customers either in person or over the phone.
• Quickly and efficiently help plumbers by locating supplies, processing transactions, and providing expert-level support in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Female, 30-50 years old.
• Must have a blue-collar, working-class vibe; potentially with prior experience in trades such as plumbing, HVAC, or electrical.
• Should have a sharp, clean-cut appearance in a uniform (blue polo, khaki pants, work boots).
• Must perform two audition scenes:
  1. Assisting a plumber who walks into the store looking for parts.
  2. Handling a phone call from a plumber, helping them locate and secure the necessary supplies.
• Friendly, approachable demeanor with a focus on customer service and efficiency.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1,600 for a full-day session.
• Usage: $1,600 for 1-year nationwide broadcast, paid social, print, video, and 5 years internal usage (with client’s discretion for re-buy).
• Travel is negotiable.

Casting Call for Ferguson Project – Plumber Roles (Non-Union)

Job Description: We are casting for male actors to portray blue-collar plumbers for an upcoming Ferguson commercial project set in Richmond/Hampton Roads, VA. The role requires portraying a hardworking tradesman in various plumbing scenes. Self-taped auditions are required, and callbacks will be conducted via Zoom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a professional plumber performing tasks such as water heater repairs.
• Interact with customers and supply houses, demonstrating confidence and problem-solving abilities.
• Follow the direction of the production team to authentically represent a tradesman working in the field.

Requirements:

• Male, 30-50 years old.
• Must have a rugged, weathered appearance with rough or calloused hands to reflect the years spent working in a physically demanding trade.
• Should have a capable build but not overly muscular or a fitness-enthusiast physique.
• Must perform two audition scenes:
  1. Repairing a water heater and explaining the situation to a customer.
  2. Calling a local supplier to order necessary parts for the job.
• Confidence, swagger, and problem-solving experience are required characteristics.
• Clean-cut appearance with short to medium-length hair; no long hair or ponytails.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1,600 for a full-day session.
• Usage: $1,600 for 1-year nationwide broadcast, paid social, print, video, and 5 years internal usage (with client’s discretion for re-buy).
• Travel is negotiable.

Casting Call for Rancher/Cowboy Role – Las Vegas TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a rugged, weathered male actor aged 40-60 for a rancher or cowboy role in a Las Vegas-based TV series. The ideal candidate should have the look of a salt-of-the-earth cowboy and must be skilled in horse riding. This is a great opportunity to be part of a Western-themed production with multiple guaranteed shoot days.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a rancher or cowboy in a TV series, adhering to the rough, weathered look required for the role.
• Demonstrate proficiency in horseback riding, as this is a key element of the character.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set and participate fully in all required scenes.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 40-60, Caucasian or able to pass as Caucasian.
• Must have a weathered, rugged appearance suitable for a rancher/cowboy role.
• Experience and skill in horse riding are required.
• Available to work as a local in Las Vegas for multiple shoot days.

Compensation Details:

• Pay: $750 per day (3 days guaranteed).
• $250 per travel day.
• $100 per diem while in Las Vegas.
• Airfare and accommodation covered by production.

Casting Call for Non-Union Background Actors – Civil War Era Film (Bodyguards Role)

Job Description: We are seeking non-union male background actors to portray bodyguards in a Civil War era biopic on the life of General Van Dorn. This is a period project, and selected actors will be fitted in appropriate costumes on the day of the shoot. Filming will take place in Columbia, TN, and all talent must be able to work as locals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a bodyguard in a historical setting for a Civil War era biopic.
• Be available for up to 12+ hours of filming (with an 8-hour guarantee).
• Follow the direction of the production team and adhere to the period-accurate look and feel of the project.

Requirements:

• Male actors, aged 25-55.
• Height between 5’10” to 6’0″.
• Weight between 160 lbs and 190 lbs.
• Facial hair is a plus (to fit the period look).
• Must be able to commit to a full day of filming (up to 12+ hours) and be available as a local hire in Columbia, TN.
• Willing to be fitted for appropriate period costumes on set.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 for 8 hours of work (guaranteed), with time and a half after 8 hours.
• Must be prepared for a long shoot day (up to 12+ hours).

Casting Call for Young Michael Sr. – Oxygen Network Production

Job Description: Jupiter Casting is seeking a young white male in his early 20s to portray Young Michael Sr. in a non-scripted scene for an Oxygen Network production. The role requires a clean-cut, military look, with no facial hair or the ability to be clean-shaven. This is a non-speaking role that will be featured in an important scene for the production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Young Michael Sr. with a clean-cut, military look in a non-scripted scene.
• Follow the direction of the production team for a smooth filming process.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and clean-shaven appearance throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Male, early 20s, white.
• Must have a clean-cut, military appearance and be clean-shaven (or willing to shave).
• Comfortable being on camera in a non-speaking role.
• Must be able to self-report to the filming location in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 per day.
• No travel, hotel, or stipend will be provided.

Casting Call for Biracial Child Role – Jennifer’s Daughter in Oxygen Network Production

Job Description: Jupiter Casting is seeking a biracial (African American and white) female child, aged 7-10, to portray Jennifer’s Daughter in a non-scripted scene for an Oxygen Network production. The role will involve appearing in scenes with no scripted dialogue, and no violence or graphic content. This is a fantastic opportunity for young talent to gain experience on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Jennifer’s Daughter in a scene for a television production.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure smooth filming.
• Engage naturally in non-verbal scenes, as no scripted audio is required.

Requirements:

• Female child, biracial (African American and white), aged 7-10.
• Comfortable being on camera and taking direction.
• Must be able to self-report to the filming location in Knoxville, TN.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $100 per day.
• No travel, hotel, or stipend will be provided.