Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Go-Go Dancers

Job Description
A union production is seeking experienced women go-go dancers with their own performance attire for a paid background role. This opportunity is ideal for dancers who can bring high energy, strong stage presence, and a polished nightlife look to a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a go-go dancer in background scenes

• Bring upbeat energy, rhythm, and confident movement on camera

• Follow choreography direction or simple movement cues from the on-set team

• Arrive prepared with appropriate go-go dance attire for wardrobe continuity

Requirements

• Women go-go dancers with experience

• Must have go-go dance attire

• Must be registered with Central Casting (required)

• Comfortable working on a professional set and taking direction

Compensation

• Union rate: $300/8

Couples Needed for Intimate Party Scenes

Job Description
A production is casting real-life couples to appear together in intimate party scenes. This paid background opportunity is looking for one couple in their 30s and one couple in their 40s who are comfortable portraying romantic moments on camera, including snogging and touching, with implied swinging (no nudity). Couples will work as paired talent for continuity and authenticity in a professional set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real-life couple in intimate party background scenes

• Portray natural affection on camera (kissing, touching, close interaction)

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain professionalism during sensitive, performance-based scenes

Requirements

• Real-life couples only: one couple in their 30s and one couple in their 40s

• Comfortable with snogging, touching, and implied swinging (no nudity)

• No visible tattoos (declare any tattoos)

• No facial or non-removable piercings

• Men: clean-shaven or moustache only

• Women: no obvious fillers

• No fake nails, lashes, or hair extensions

• Must be available for fitting and scheduled shoot days

Compensation

• Equity Pact rate

• • £10 travel on shoot dates

Caucasian Female Student Extra Role

Job Description
A production is casting a Caucasian female background actor to portray a student in an outdoor scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra role for talent who can match specific physical requirements and work locally. If you have a natural on-camera look and can take direction well, this is a strong opportunity to gain set experience as a student extra.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in an outdoor background scene

• Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Remain camera-ready and professional throughout filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 16–21

• Long brown hair

• Height between 5’6″ and 5’8″

• Weight between 110–130 lbs

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois

• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background actor role

• Available for a required fitting at a studio location

Compensation

• Paid background role (non-speaking)

Featured Uncle Larry Role

Job Description
A production is casting a featured background actor to portray “Uncle Larry” in a non-speaking scene. This paid extra opportunity is seeking male blue-collar types in their 20s across all ethnicities. Talent must be camera-ready, able to attend a wardrobe fitting, and comfortable being photographed for director approval.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the featured “Uncle Larry” character in a non-speaking scene

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a believable blue-collar look and natural on-camera presence

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and be available for director photo approval

Requirements

• Male, must be in your 20s (required)

• Blue-collar type

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting at a studio location

• Comfortable submitting photos for director review

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (non-speaking)

High School Student Background Actors

Job Description
A production is casting background actors to portray high school students in a fun outdoor scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for teen talent across multiple ethnicities who can bring a natural student look and follow simple on-set direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in an outdoor background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a believable student look and on-camera presence

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 16–21

• Male students needed

• African American, Asian, Latino, Caucasian, and Indian talent encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking background actor outdoors

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

Young Partygoers Needed for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting a large group of young partygoers for an upcoming scene. This paid background acting opportunity is seeking energetic, camera-ready talent who can bring a fun, modern party vibe on screen. The production is especially interested in booking a strong mix of hip-looking men and women, with additional roles available for partygoers who are comfortable smoking and vaping for a separate scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a partygoer in a feature film background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during party action

• Maintain a natural, lively presence that matches a social party environment

• Stay professional and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• Ages 18–30

• All genders encouraged to apply

• Must be comfortable working in a party scene setting

• Some roles require comfort with smoking and vaping (for select partygoer roles)

• Must be able to work as a background actor in Chicago

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

Male Stand-In Casting

Job Description
A period television production is urgently casting a male stand-in for upcoming shoot days. This paid stand-in opportunity is seeking talent who can closely match a specific look and work as part of the on-set team supporting lighting, camera setups, and scene blocking. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and available for multiple shoot days, this is a strong chance to gain professional stand-in experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in during rehearsals, lighting setups, and camera blocking

• Match the required physical look for continuity and scene setup

• Take direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting departments

• Hold marks and remain consistent for repeated takes and adjustments

• Maintain professional availability throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian/European/Mediterranean

• Height: 5’10″–6’0″

• Dark hair

• Must be able to portray late 30s

• Full availability for scheduled shoot days in the Atlanta/Doraville area

• Stand-in experience is a plus (list if applicable)

• Must be legal to work in the U.S.

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate provided upon selection)

East Asian Boy Photo Double Casting

Job Description
A production is casting an East Asian boy to work as a photo double. This paid opportunity is for child talent who can closely match specific measurements, including skin tone, hair, and overall size. Photo double work is detail-driven, so reliability and the ability to match continuity needs are key.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a child performer

• Match the required look and measurements for continuity

• Follow direction from the on-set team during setup and filming

• Be camera-ready and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• East Asian boy

• Must closely match the following sizes:

  • Height: 4’4″

  • Weight: 64 lbs

  • Chest: 24″

  • Waist: 22.5″

  • Pant: 8–9

  • T-shirt: 8–10

  • Shoe: 1Y

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days

• Parent/guardian must be able to coordinate communication and availability

Compensation

• Paid photo double role (rate provided upon selection)

Chicago Real People Casting for Paid Billboard Campaign

Job Description
A paid promotional campaign is seeking real people who help make Chicago great. This project is looking for standout locals—restaurant owners, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, and other changemakers—who are making an impact through food, community, art, fashion, business, or culture. If you have a strong story and real Chicago pride, this is a great marketing opportunity to be featured in a billboard-style campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real person featured in a promotional/billboard campaign

• Share a short, authentic story about what you do in Chicago

• Follow simple direction during a photo shoot or filmed capture

• Represent your work, community impact, or creative identity on camera

Requirements

• Adults only (no minors)

• Must be a real Chicago-area local with a meaningful connection to the city

• Open to being photographed/filmed for promotional marketing use

• Ideal fits include: restaurateurs, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, business owners, and creators

Compensation

• Paid campaign (rate provided upon selection)

Snake Pentecostal Church Scene Background Actors

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray church members in a Pentecostal church scene. This paid background acting opportunity is for fresh faces who are comfortable being on set in the same room as live snakes handled by professional animal wranglers. If you can bring an authentic churchgoer look and stay calm in a unique filming environment, this role is a strong fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church member in a Pentecostal church background scene

• Follow on-set direction for timing, movement, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, calm presence while animals are on set

• Stay camera-ready and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• Caucasian men and women, 18+

• Must be a fresh face (not previously booked)

• Must not be afraid of snakes (snakes will be present with handlers)

• Comfortable working as a background actor in a church scene

Compensation

• $96/8