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Casting Call: Youth Skateboarders for Summer Film Project
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Details: Simon Casting is excited to announce an open casting call for a forthcoming film project scheduled to shoot this summer in Chicago. We are seeking young, enthusiastic skateboarders to bring energy and authenticity to this dynamic production.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Perform skateboard tricks and routines as directed.</li>
<li>Follow the instructions from the director and crew.</li>
<li>Attend all scheduled rehearsals and filming dates.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the film&rsquo;s cast and crew to ensure a seamless performance.</li>
<li>Maintain a positive and professional demeanor on set.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Age: Must be between 6 to 12 years old at the time of filming.</li>
<li>Skateboarding Skills: Intermediate to advanced skateboarding ability. Candidates must be comfortable performing on camera and able to follow choreography.</li>
<li>Availability: Must be available for the duration of the shooting schedule in Chicago this summer (specific dates to be provided upon selection).</li>
<li>Supervision: A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child to all shoots and rehearsals.</li>
<li>Application Submission: Please send a current headshot and resume along with a video showcasing your skateboarding skills.</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>This is a paid role. Specific rates will be discussed with selected candidates.</li>
<li>Compensation will include daily rates for shooting days and rehearsals.</li>
<li>Any travel or accommodation required will be provided if not local to Chicago.</li>
</ul>

Casting Call for Skateboarders

CASTING CALL
[ACTORS WITH DISABILITIES] Any gender, any age, any ethnicity. CHICAGO / MIDWEST ACTORS ONLY.
Please upload a slate and video of you performing a 1-2 minute CONTEMPORARY monologue.
Simon Casting is hosting a virtual open call for actors with disabilities based in the Chicago / Midwest area.

Open Call for Actors with Disabilities

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<span data-sheets-value="{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\&quot;Porch on Windy Hill\&quot; Open Casting Call&quot;}" data-sheets-userformat="{&quot;2&quot;:33585987,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;9&quot;:0,&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:328965},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11,&quot;17&quot;:1,&quot;28&quot;:1}">Simon Casting is seeking non-union understudies for the following roles in Northlight Theatre's upcoming production of Porch on Windy Hill:&nbsp;
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<span data-sheets-value="{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\&quot;Porch on Windy Hill\&quot; Open Casting Call&quot;}" data-sheets-userformat="{&quot;2&quot;:33585987,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;9&quot;:0,&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:328965},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11,&quot;17&quot;:1,&quot;28&quot;:1}">MIRA (COVER) 26 year-old, bi-racial, Asian-American woman. A Brooklyn Hispter orginally from North Carolina. While Traveling near Asheville with her wihte, Hippie/musician boyfriend, after month of "COVID Lockdown", she meets her estranged maternal grandfather - a "footnote-famous" banjo-player - after almost twenty years without contact.
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&nbsp;

"Porch on Windy Hill" Open Casting Call

<h2 style="text-align: center;">CASTING CALL</h2>
Casting Talents for a feature film in Chicago this summer.
&nbsp;
Seeking:
<ul>
<li>Male above 9-12 yeasrs old</li>
<li>Black</li>
<li>Funny, out going</li>
<li>He is always ready to join his friends in whatever new prank they are up to. </li>
</ul>

Feature Film Casting Male Role

Talent Search for an understudy
<ul>
<li class="p1">Searching for a male-identifying actor, 30s, Black, for an upcoming theatre production.</li>
</ul>
Must be a Chicago local hire.&nbsp;
Must be NON-AEA.
Must be available 4/12-5/22
Rate: $200/week.&nbsp;

Talent Search for an Understudy

Simon Casting is searching for:
<ul>
<li class="p1">Male Dancers for an upcoming immersive theater production.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li class="p1">Must be non-equity</li>
<li class="p1">Must be a Chicago local hire</li>
<li class="p1">Must be available from 3/29 - 6/19 in Chicago</li>
<li class="p1">Skills in classical, contemporary, jazz and ballet</li>
<li class="p1">Charismatic, strong stage presence, upper body strength</li>
<li class="p1">5&rsquo;8 - 6&rsquo; tall</li>
</ul>

Immersive Theater Production

Auditions for: Ad Council - Actionable Love PSA
Seeking: Real people - Any gender - ages 18 - 80
Seeking trans men and trans women, people living with disabilities, immigrants, people with a conservative point of view, people who practice the Muslim religion.
We are looking to accurately represent the global spectrum of human beings who have a diverse range of backgrounds, physical characteristics, abilities, family structures, and lifestyles
Rate: $500 for shoot / $2000 for buyout
Wardrobe fit: November 9th, 2021
Shoot Dates: 11/10 -12, 1 day 2021

$2500 Ad Council Auditions

McDonalds SAG Commercial Audition
Seeking: Black Male and Female Kids Ages 7 - 9 years old
<ul>
<li class="p1">Boy: Should have a playful attitude and wild imagination. No dialogue</li>
<li class="p1">Girl: Must have a contagious smile that lights up a room. No dialogue.</li>
</ul>
Callbacks: Tuesday, November 2nd, Remotely
Wardrobe: December 3, 2021 or December 6, 2021, Chicago Illinois
Shoot: December 7th, 2021, Chicago Illinois

McDonalds Commercial Casting Call

Casting call recently vaccinated people for a non union commercial&nbsp;
Claire Simon Casting is Seeking
Seeking:
<ul>
<li class="p1">Illinois residents, 15- 100 years old with interesting personal stories and experiences that changed their minds about getting vaccinated. Must be located in Chicago, Western Illinois, Central Illinois or Southern Illinois</li>
</ul>
If chosen from your audition, this spot will shoot the week of October 11th at your home. Rate: $500.00

Casting: Vaccinated People

Casting Call
Healthcare workers
For a SAG Commercial
Claire Simon Casting is seeking:
<ul>
<li class="p1">Healthcare workers and their personal stories surrounding COVID-19 and experiences with those who are unvaccinated or recently changed their minds and have gotten vaccinated. Must be located in Chicago, Western Illinois, Central Illinois, or Southern Illinois</li>
</ul>
If selected for the commercial, the shoot will take place the week of October 11th at the participants home. Pay is SAG scale.

Casting Call for Skateboarders in Illinois by Simon Casting

Simon Casting