ExtraOrdinary Casting

These submissions are in now. Some have been booked. Some more will be by end of day today. Thanks all!

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Only a couple more weeks for Background Talent on this
Indie, Romance-Comedy Feature Film

Please read post thoroughly before emailing.

These are for all adults (18 years--must be at least 18 and older)

If you worked the High School scenes or booked for future scenes, this would not apply to you. We need you on your scheduled day.

Fun Indie, Romance-Comedy Feature Film

Here is what we need submissions for. Again, not many will be booked for each day. You need to be professional and reliable. They have been so pleased with you on every production. Thank you!

If we submit you, please hold until you see these roles were booked.
We will get back to you by Sunday evening if you are being considered and Monday evening if you are booked. OK to submit for more than one day. However, can only be selected for one day.

In the subject of your email put the role(s)/day(s) you are going for.

A couple more 'featured' may be pulled before wrap.

Any ethnicity/gender / 18 years and older

DATE: this Wednesday, 11-04
LOCATION: Historical Location, Knox Avenue, Chicago, IL
ROLE(S): Engagement/Wedding Attendees (need to have nice wardrobe) nice dresses for women and suits for men

DATE: this Thursday, 11-05
LOCATION: Iconic Lounge Bar, Chicago, IL
ROLE(S): Patrons

DATE: Tuesday, November 10th
LOCATION: CINECITY, Chicago, IL
ROLE(S): Comic Con Goers
*The only ones that may be repeating are the COMIC CONS. This may go into another day. True fans would be great (especially if you have a comic character costume). Let us know if there are any days that would you would 'not' be available if submitting for this. It would not be a Saturday or Sunday.

Need to have your own reliable transportation.

$136.40 for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime

Some scenes will be starting as early as 5:30 AM! Most a little later.
No overnights.

email [email protected]
for consideration, review and possible booking

Please email a few 'current' color photos (with current facial hair), etc. Only you in photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting. Include your phone #

If pulled for some Stand In work, and extra $30 bump will go in effect.
*quicker turnaround time for pay than most indies since only filming for a few weeks and not many extras will be cast and we know the crew. They have payroll set up already!

10-29 UPDATE:

Featured and Specialty roles have been booked. There will be a few more pulled on the day, along with possibly a few Stand In bumps.

Will have more posts later for this exciting new Feature Film. OK if you submitted for another role and not selected.

We would need to count on you.

Have fun everyone!

10-27-26
Most Recent Casting Notice:

If you submitted for a high school extra role, those are still being looked at. Some talent were informed of their booking already. If you are not sure and you want to submit for this also, please do so. Art Teacher has been booked.

Minors (son and daughter) were submitted. We will know tomorrow (Wednesday) who is selected for the photo shoot.

We need a few more MALE submissions for High School Age looking for Fridays (10-30--CHICAGO and 11-06--WHEATON, IL) or either day. Any ethnicity. Filming in Chicago. A couple days will be in Wheaton. Need your own reliable transportation. Regular extra rate of $136.40 for up to 8 hours plus time and one half overtime.

Post going up tomorrow for adults for the other scenes for next week as this gets close to wrapping up by then. Stand by.

Here are the last few 'featured extra role' submissions we are looking for. There will also be a few pulled on the extra days. May also be a couple stand ins for a few scenes pulled:

GENRE: Indie, Romance-Comedy Movie
Similar in style to High Fidelity, though from the female-perspective - This film pays homage to early-aughts teen dramas (like Dawson's Creek), through the lens of self-discovery and millennial quarter-life angst.

Need to have your own reliable transportation.

DATES for these last few photo pick 'featured':

Monday, 11-09 / Sharp Looking Female Accountant
(woman in bar)
Any ethnicity/gender
21--45 years old
CHICAGO

Friday, 11-13 / Aggressive Guy will kiss the lead actress
18 (must be at least 18) to 30 years old (young college age looking)
Any ethnicity
LEMONT, Illinois
Fully clothed.
Intimacy coordinator will be on set.

If you are confident, comfortable, fit description and available the entire day/night either day OR both days (we do not know hours yet), please submit.

Once you submit, please hold until we post that these days were cast (most likely will be by Tuesday). Need to count on you once booked. Not many will have the opportunity to be in this fun film.

email [email protected]
for consideration, review and possible booking.

Please read in full.

In the body of your email include if you are available BOTH days or EITHER day and which date. Most likely will go very late.

Please email a few 'current' color photos (with current facial hair), etc. Only you in photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting.

'featured' extra RATE OF PAY: $156.00 for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime, plus $30 bump.

In addition, a few more non-speaking 'featured' extras will be at $156.00 guarantee for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime. If pulled for some Stand In work, and extra $30 bump will go in effect.

*quicker turnaround time for pay than most indies since only filming for a few weeks and not many extras will be cast and we know the crew.

Thank You!

We have enough submissions for all of these roles. Will know by Wednesday who is booked. Thanks!

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These submissions will come in fast for this next Feature Film.

Only need TWO minors for this movie. A little boy and little girl that will the 'photo asset' only. Not a full day. Considered 'featured' because it is for the 2 leads (their son/daughter). 7--9 years old. Caucasian. Need to have a current work permit with us by next week.

Date of Photo Shoot: Tuesday, November 10th

Location: Cinecity Studios of Chicago

email [email protected]
for consideration, review and possible booking

Please email a few 'current' color photos with only your child in the photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting. Include their age.

RATE OF PAY: $156.00/each for MINORS photo shoot

There will be a few more opportunities and a few more age ranges posted this week for later next week.

ALSO:
This just in: Won't be up long. Need ONE Male Art Teacher extra for this Friday, the 30th, in Chicago! 35--55 years old. Any ethnicity. Must have worked with us in the past to know your dependability and professionalism. $136.40 for up to 8 hours. Plus time and one half if over.

If you submitted for High School student, those bookings are going out tomorrow (Tuesday) for Friday. For next Friday, they will go out by this weekend.

Thank You!

This just in: Won't be up long. Need one Male Art Teacher extra for this Friday, the 30th, in Chicago! 35--55 years old. Any ethnicity. Must have worked with us in the past to know your dependability and professionalism.

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These submissions will only be looked at until tomorrow, Sunday evening, for the new Feature Film! Please read in full.

Casting: Background Talent that look like High School Students

GENRE: Indie, Romance-Comedy Movie
Similar in style to High Fidelity, though from the female-perspective - This film pays homage to early-aughts teen dramas (like Dawson's Creek), through the lens of self-discovery and millennial quarter-life angst.

DATES: this Friday, October 30th High School STUDENTS (CHICAGO, Illinois) and next Friday, November 6th High School PARTY GOERS (WHEATON, Illinois)

If you fit the following description, available the entire day/night either day OR both days (we do not know hours yet), please submit. Let us know if you are only available one of the days.

Any ethnicity/gender
18 (must be at least 18) --21 years old that look younger

Once you submit, please hold until we post that these days were cast (most likely will be by Tuesday). Need to count on you once booked. Not many will have the opportunity to be in this fun film.
email [email protected]
for consideration, review and possible booking.

We need to submit by Sunday evening.

In the body of your email include if you are available BOTH days or EITHER day and which date. Most likely will go very late.

Please email a few 'current' color photos (with current facial hair), etc. Only you in photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting.

Filming in Chicago and Wheaton for these scenes. Need to have your own reliable transportation.

RATE OF PAY: $136.40 guarantee for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime. A few non-speaking 'featured' extras will be at $156.00 guarantee for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half if overtime. If pulled for some Stand In work, and extra $30 bump will go in effect.

High School Boyfriend will be selected for the 30th at the higher 'featured' rate.

For 11-06, the following will be selected for 'featured' rate. *Please note if you have played a guitar or drums. They will have the instruments and you do not need to play well for Asher's Band Mates. Just look like you are playing.
In addition on 11-06, we need a volunteer for 'The Makeout Guy' (intimacy-kissing may be required). Fully clothed. An additional $30 to the 'featured' rate of pay will apply for him.
Asher's Girlfriend will also be selected as 'featured' for this day.
(intimacy-kissing may be required). Fully clothed. An additional $30 to the 'featured' rate of pay will apply for her also.

*quicker turnaround time for pay than most indies since only filming for a few weeks and not many extras will be cast and we know the crew

There will be a few more opportunities and a few more age ranges posted later next week. This post is only for High School looking age and the only days they will be scheduled for.

Thank You!

The Stand In has been booked. Thanks all!

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These submissions will only be open tonight. We just landed a Feature Film. Our Stand In is all we need starting Monday. There will be some background talent posts for later next week.
Stand In will be needed every day of their shoot!

GENRE: Indie, Romance-Comedy
Similar in style to High Fidelity, though from the female-perspective - This film pays homage to early-aughts teen dramas (like Dawson's Creek), through the lens of self-discovery and millennial quarter-life angst.

PRINCIPAL DATES: Mon, Oct 26th - Fri, Nov 20th 2026 - [x20] Days, No Weekends

If you fit the following description, available from this Monday, October 26th (starting very early in the morning) through November 20th. No weekend work...

email [email protected]

for consideration, review and possible booking. They will be going over them by tomorrow.
Email a few 'current' photos (with current facial hair), etc. Only you in photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting. In your email (if you do not have a resume) indicate which projects you were a STAND IN on. Include your height and current sizes.

Filming in Chicago (Lakeview, Logan Square, Cinestudios) and a couple days in Wheaton or Lemont, Illinois. Need to have your own reliable transportation.

STAND-IN: [x1] Female Stand-In (Run of Show) for Megan Lawless (25--35 years of age) HEIGHT: Approx 5-Ft 4-Inches; BODY TYPE: Athletic / Thin
ETHNICITY: Multiracial (actress is Chinese/Caucasian)
HAIR: Black

RATE: $180.00 for up to 8 hours, plus time and one half overtime each day (20 day opportunity)

Thank You!

Booking emails have gone out for this one. Thanks all!

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Are you available this Tuesday, October 6th for Location: OAK LAWN, Illinois, which could start filming as early as 6:00 AM and going a full 8 hour day???

18 (must be at least 18 years old to over 100 years old ;)Any ethnicity or gender.

Must have worked with us in the past to know your dependability since we can only cast a few again.

This one is for an Iconic Sandwich Shop that is now Nationwide.

It's a non-union, low budget ad that will 'only' be on socials and CTV.

Rate of Pay is $150.00 for up to 8 hours. This pays quicker than most big budget productions. They can quickly do payment app via credit card or Venmo, to expedite the process to you.

Details: Extras will need to come camera 'hair/makeup' ready with a natural look, and a hmua will be on set for touch ups. You will also need to come wardrobe ready with several casual options for the wardrobe stylist to approve quickly.

No facial piercings, visible tatts or bright hair-well groomed.

TO: [email protected] by 10:00 PM tonight, Saturday, for consideration, review and possible booking. They will be going over them tomorrow afternoon/evening.

Email a couple 'current' photos (with current facial hair), etc. Only you in photo. No sunglasses. Good lighting.

Thank you!

This one has been booked. Thanks for all of the great submissions and congrats to selects!

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post updated with ocp rates

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Appreciate your submissions. We have enough now. Will know more during the week who is cast for this commercial. We may be able to add a few that WORK in CP, not necessarily live there for OCP role.

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Submissions are in now. They will be reviewing Monday. Thanks all!

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We are holding submissions open until NOON Sunday.

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6:00 PM Saturday evening UPDATE for this great opportunity:

This one is for a large department store chain for their Holiday Promo Spots!

This was changed for the better. Rate of PAY: Guarantee: up to 8-hour day (not 10) @ $350.00. Most likely will be less than 8 hours. TERM: 3 Months effective with first use.

We were just informed of a mandatory wardrobe fitting (if selected). This will be scheduled for Saturday 10-03, sometime between 9A and 5P. They will try to accommodate your time frame. This is necessary because you would need to wear this store's outfits, not yours. $100 rate of pay for coming in for this.
Manicures may be needed ahead of time for OCPs only. If so, there will be a $50 stipend for that.

Just need a few more African American submissions tonight 7 years and older. Children and adults. Do not need to live in Crown Point. Must be able to get there on time though. Crown Point residents are just for the 'real people OCPs. Extras from other areas can submit. Thanks all!

OCPs will most likely be pulled from 'real people' Crown Point residents. Background extras do not need to be from CP, but, close enough to get there early during rush hour, if necessary, and stay late. Please include where you reside in your email, especially if CP.

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NON-Union On Camera Extra/Background Talent / Commercial Casting Opportunity

DATE: Monday, October 5th

LOCATION: Crown Point, INDIANA*you need to be able to get yourself to this location on time--no idea on call time yet--most likely very early AM. They prefer you live local to the city of Crown Point, Indiana.

SPECS: men/women/all ages/deep in ethnic DIVERSITY, especially african american and hispanic
AND
2 kids 7-10yo range/deep in ethnic diversity, especially african american and hispanic
AGE Requirement: 7 years and older. Must be at least 7 years old.
Minors working Indiana do not need work permits. However, they will abide by the labor laws for minors (such as the shorter hours).

As usual, we need to count on you to be on time and stay until wrapped.

Rate of PAY: Guarantee: up to 6-hour day and 3-month buyout @ $350.00 for extras
and $1,200 plus $350 usage for ocps

***(approx. one hour) fitting on the 3rd ($100)

***OCPs: Who do you know
They are looking for a few 'real people' from the city of CROWN POINT specifically. No acting experience necessary. This creative is based on people from this town.

For Family submissions, also please send a photo of yourself, spouse (if available) and child(ren) to select the child from. You can also submit individually if willing to work alone or if your child can work. Minors working Indiana do not need work permits. However, they will abide by the labor laws for minors (such as the shorter hours).

For extra 'or' OCP, please email a couple current color photos with only you in the picture. Current hair style and color. Facial hair as will be on the day. Face and full body. No sunglasses. Include your current sizes and cell #. If submitting for your child, include their age.

Also please mention what city in Indiana you will be coming from.

TO: [email protected] by 8:00 PM Saturday night for consideration, review and possible booking. We will not know until next week who they will be booking and what else we may need.

We will get back to you by mid next week if booked. If you receive an email that you are being submitted by this Saturday night, this means we show Production and the Director our top picks and they select from there. This post will be updated when casting is complete. You would need to stay available until decisions have been made in case they want to book you. Then we would need to count on you to be there. Only a few will be needed to book.

Thank you!

Repost/UPDATE 9-19-26:

What a thrill to see our talent achieve levels they did not even think were possible. Many did know what they wanted but needed an avenue to get there. Some even got there on their own. From not knowing anything about being on set to extras to day players, singers, stars in TV shows and Movies, Commercials to Production Assistants, Directors and even Producers. Union and Non Union.

Congratulations to all of you! Appreciate all of the great submissions that come in. Only wish more could be booked. For those of you who worked the recent commercials and indies, they loved all of you, as usual. If you have been submitting for years and have not been selected, don't give up. That right opportunity could be around the corner for you.

Here are a few recent beautiful LAUNCH participants (in comments below) you may recognize from the midwest that took advantage of the complete program. If you are an Agent or Production that would like to talk to any of them about a casting, email [email protected] and we will get you in touch with their agent.

This is just the beginning. Launch coaches are with you all the way and always there for you. Hope to see you soon.

And for those of you who do not where you want to be yet in this business, LAUNCH has some openings still. They will schedule more interviews for the rest of this month. Just click the link to their scheduling page of their website. Learn what it is all about and start your path right away. Mention that ExtraOrdinary Casting sent you.

They are very limited to who they see and sign. Email Darlene if you get scheduled. If you already auditioned and ready to join, let them know.

https://launchshowcasevirtualaudition.as.me/ZOOM

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'LAUNCH' YOUR CAREER!
If you have been on the fence about this event or it is new to your eyes, please consider for 2027 or refer someone that may be interested (6 years and 'older').
You will get in front of the ones that know how far this can take you in TV, commercials, etc. If you have been an extra for many years and feel like it is time to move ahead or if you are just starting out and want to try a new adventure...this is for you! You will learn everything you need to know from getting that audition and where to go from there.
Maybe you auditioned a previous year, was accepted, but the timing was not right for you. You may be able to bypass the audition process and contact them directly and let us know.
Many that expressed an interest could not get scheduled for last year.
Let them know ExtraOrdinary Casting sent you so they can hold a spot for you. These book up fast.
The LAUNCH team are genuine people that want to help and the unique opportunity for that wonderful weekend is invaluable. Steve, Lynn and Greg are great! In addition, Lynn works with everyone from the day you sign up to prepare you for the LAUNCH SHOWCASE
scheduled for July 1st through the 4th, 2027 at the hotel near O'Hare Airport.
See their website at the bottom of this long post.
The ratio of agents, trainers and potential talent is tight so you can have one-on-one sessions also on that weekend of coaching while you are prepping.
You will get in front of and be able to talk to the TOP agents that are difficult to get signed with. You will recognize most of them from Chicago. There are some from other areas also. We would love to spend the 4th of July weekend with you if they select you!
If you would like a friend or family to enjoy the showcase with you, those details will be available to you also.
Why are the doors not opening for you?
Starting as an extra and working with many producers and directors for 2 decades, we know what they are looking for.
Maybe you just want to overcome on-stage jitters or sharpen your skills for when you are at the right place at the right time and that opportunity arises.
We know most of you. You are the best!
Your experience on set, good attitude, looks, on time showing, professionalism, attentiveness, etc. will all come into play.
Maybe you want to know the differences in union vs. non union. Exclusivity? Maybe you want to know why your photo or resume is not effective. Looking for a top notch agent?
Whether you want to stay on the 'extra' gigs and get more opportunities or advance to a speaking role...or maybe you have another hidden talent/passion like singing, modeling...we can help get you to your desired goals or just want to have more enjoyment out of the process...we get you and have your back. You do not need to have experience at this point, just the desire and workable talent.
They have almost as many years in this aspect of the entertainment industry than our 20 years. We have never promoted anyone else like this. There are a lot of scams out there. These good folks work with you from the beginning and after. Like having your own personal coach as they understand every situation is different. We had several sign up these past several years and they would do it again. It was worth the investment in themselves. Had only good words to say. If you'd like to ask one of your peers about it, let ExtraOrdinary Casting know and I am sure we can make that happen. You may want to hear their testimonial since you may know them.
Everyone that was accepted by them with our referral has gotten something wonderful out of this and most have acquired a top agent to work with. Launch and the agents loved our prospects.
You may be able to incorporate a dance routine at the actual event. Or belt out a song if you'd like. If acting is your cup of tea, you can focus on that. They coach you these months prior to July.
Everyone in the group for your time slot will be asked basic questions and given a few lines to remember right before your zoom 'audition'. Hair and makeup done, if possible.
Try for the first opportunity to audition online: 9-03 (if any openings left), 9-14 would be another good evening. They have a few slots in between also.
You will know that night if you would be offered acceptance into Launch. Out of thousands of people they talk to all year long, they maintain the maximum cap for the weekend at about 100. That is it. About 100 talent from all over with approximately 40 top agents from all over (mostly the Chicago area) viewing you and one on ones, if they are considering signing you or if you have questions for them. These are the well known ones that you cannot just 'walk in the door' and audition for.
It IS possible with your determination. Now we just need to get you the right contacts and some more training channelled in your direction. Then, you know you are doing all you can to move ahead. It makes us happy to see that you are doing all you can to get what you want with this career.
If you do sign up for this event, we would like to talk to you prior also and see how we can help,
email: [email protected]
Looking forward to meeting you in person also that weekend and help get you on the right track. In addition, it is a lot of fun for you to meet new people with similar likes.
Here is their WEBSITE to sign up for more info and interview/audition sheet:
https://launchshowcasevirtualaudition.as.me/ZOOM

Wednesday Update: We do not need anyone for 9/02. 9/03 was booked with only 2 SAG talent. Thanks everyone!

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Monday Update: We should have these selects by Wednesday morning.

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Now seeking submissions for (African American Talent):

1) SAG/AFTRA Extras Talent
2) Talent that has been on a Taft Hartley contract already
AND\
3) Non-Union

Spot : Meijer Thanksgiving spot. (Looking for people that look like they could be family gathered for Thanksgiving) If the 'look' is not achieved with SAG/AFTRA talent, we will look at non-union

Dates : 9/2 & 9/3, Wednesday/Thursday
*if you are only available one of these days, please note that in your email

Demo: casting possibly 3 AFRICAN AMERICAN young adults - adult (20’s - late 30’s) any gender

If non-union is selected, would Taft Hartley and have the same protection under the SAG/AFTRA contract for this.
Must have 'on camera' experience.

'most likely' in Frankfort, Illinois

*The SAG/AFTRA Extra minimum rate now is $466.60 for up to an 8 hour day. Any overtime, bumps, etc. would be additional.

Standard deductions would be taken out.

SAG commercial in subject line
TO:
[email protected]

Please include your height. If submitting your headshot, also include a current photo and your SAG # (if SAG). OR mention you are non-union or were Taft Hartlied. Hair and facial hair/current.

Please submit by tomorrow, Friday, 5pm. Thanks!

Great opportunity here!