Wayward Casting

09/08/2025

Casting Call for "Arbitrary Corners" Feature Film
Role: Funeral Goers
Rate: $132.8/8
Date: Wednesday, 8/13
Location: Forest Park, IL

We are excited to announce that we will doing background casting for the new independent feature shooting this month titled 'Arbitrary Corners', directed by Frank V Ross and produced by Elevated Films.

We are looking to book around 20 funeral goers for this scene. If booked, you will be required to come dressed as if you are attending a funeral. Should a short but fun day!

To apply, send an email to [email protected] subject "AC Funeral" and include your contact phone number and two photos. We will contact you if interested in booking.

30/07/2025

SOOO proud of everyone who worked on $POSITONS. LOTS of people from here came on and got screen time. Also some of my most fun days ever working on set was with ya'll on this movie. We even had a bunch of drama in the comments section on this page with people debating if the casting call was fake.

Premiered at SXSW, at Fantasia tonight, and secured full distribution. Directed by Brandon Daley. Produced by Ben Gojer and Jake Bloom (me). Let's put Chicago indies back in the scene!

Dark Star Pictures has acquired the North American rights to Brandon Daley's feature debut, '$Positions,' ahead of its Fantasia Festival premiere.

27/07/2025

ANIMAL CASTING CALL - looking for a cat to take part in a scene for feature film.

Rate: $350/4hrs
Location: Chicago, IL
Date: September 10th
Role: Therapy Cat
Movie: 'Patient' directed by Lori Felker

We are searching for super friendly feline that can play a therapy cat in a brief scene for our movie. The ideal cat can "Ragdoll", the type of cat that you can pick up and not be bothered at all. We also want the cat to be complacent hanging out in a baby stroller.

To Apply, please send an email to [email protected], subject "Therapy Cat", and attach two photos of your cat. We will reach out and request a self tape audition with your cat if interested.

26/07/2025

Looking for actress for SFX test.
Rate: $175/4
Location: Portage Park area in Chicago, IL
Date: August 9th

We are looking for someone who look like the actress in the photo below. This is for the feature film 'Patient' that is being shot next month, and being produced by yours truly. You will have to sit for about 4 hours as various SFX makeup looks are tested on you.

To apply - email [email protected], subject "Patient SFX", and attached two photos that clearly show your facial features. We will email back if interested.

11/07/2025

You can now follow us on IG for casting calls and updates there as well!

instagram.com/waywardcasting

10/07/2025

Music Video Casting Call for Extras
Artist: White Reaper
Date: 7/14
Rate: $135/8 (same day pay)
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking to cast a group of friends screen aged 20-40 years old to be hanging out at a party for a music video shoot with the band White Reaper. We want people with a hip, punk, rockabilly, or generally interesting style/aesthetics. There is a good potential of getting featured!

To apply, please send an email to [email protected], subject "White Reaper", and send your contact info and two photos of yourself.

We will reach out soon if interested in booking.

- Jake

22/03/2025

Casting call for a friendly dog to take part in a commercial shoot this April in Hinsdale, IL!

Role: Family Dog
Rate: $350 for a couple hours
Date: 4/8/2025
Location: Chicago suburbs
Company/Product: Louisiana-Pacific/SmartSide

We are seeking a friendly family dog for a commercial that is shooting in a couple of weeks. The dog will need to be outgoing and comfortable enough to play with strangers on camera. No tricks are needed or any special actions other than being a classic family dog hanging out with actors in this commercial.

To Apply, please send an email to [email protected], subject "good dog", and attach two photos of your pet plus write about your dog and why they will be good for this project. We will reach out if interested!

18/03/2025

Music Video Casting Call for Extras
Artist: Petey USA
Date: 3/23 and 3/24
Rate: $129.6/8 (same day pay)
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking to cast "Dive Bar Patrons" for a music video shoot with the band Petey USA. We want people of all ages and types of looks. It will be a fun shoot with the potential of getting featured!

To apply, please send an email to [email protected], subject "Petey USA", and send your contact info and two photos of yourself.

We will reach out soon if interested in booking.

Thanks,

Jake

06/12/2024

Casting Various Speaking Roles for Web Series
Project Title: Storage Unit
Rate: $250/day
Location: Merrillville, IN (Filmed at OBE Studios)
Date: Mid December through January
Roles: Various

We are casting speaking roles for the upcoming comedic web series titled "Storage Unit" produced by OBE Studios and directed by Barry Brewer Jr. For this project, we are searching for non-union talent and are going to audition anyone who applies via an open casting call. Auditions will be done via self tape and we will provide a monologue.

Roles Needed:

Daniel Carter (10-12 days filming)
Nora Carter (10-12 days filming)
Tessa Fields (10-12 days filming)
Detective Jay Steinbach
Detective Troy Johnson
Susan
Ryan
Sharon
Hayley
Leena
Karen
Kyle
Adam Patecki
Male Neighbor
Carlos
Pete
Male Officer
Female Officer
Manager
Pharmacist
News Reporter

Storyline: When Daniel Carter mysteriously disappears, his wife Nora's search for answers reveals a disturbing truth about her mentally unstable sister Tessa, who has been harboring a dangerous obsession with Daniel since their first meeting years ago at a summer camp.

To apply - please send an email to [email protected] subject "Storage Unit", then leave your contact info and two photos. We will reply shortly with instructions for the self tape audition. We will be viewing all submissions and will be booking various roles. Deadline to apply and guarantee an audition is 12/9.

Best of luck!

21/11/2024

Casting Call for "Instinct of Fear" Feature Film
Role: Art Gallery Visitors
Rate: $129.6/8 (Same day pay)
Date: Monday, 11/25
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking to book somewhat well dressed and trendy looking people to be attending an art exhibit in this scene. All ages are welcome. This is the day of filming for this movie and then we are wrapped!

To apply, send an email to [email protected] subject "IOF Art Gallery" and include your contact phone number and two photos. We will contact you if interested in booking.

17/11/2024

Casting Call for "Instinct of Fear" Feature Film
Role: Strong Asian Bodyguard
Rate: $150/4hrs (Same day pay)
Date: Monday, 11/25
Location: Chicago, IL

We are casting one last scene for the feature film Instinct of Fear.

In the scene we are looking to book someone who can play a well dressed security guard for a wealthy foreign businessman. Ideally we want to book someone who is Asian with strong features and a larger statue. Previous acting experience is not required, security experience is not required either. Open to various ages.

To apply, send an email to [email protected] subject "IOF Bodyguard" and include your contact phone number and two photos. We will contact you if interested in booking.

30/10/2024

Casting Call for "Dirty Little Secrets" Feature Film
Role: Pedestrians and Joggers
Rate: $129.6/8 (Same day pay!)
Date: Tuesday, 11/5
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking or both pedestrians of all looks, and jogger/athletic types of all ages for this scene.

To apply, send an email to [email protected] subject "DLS Pedestrian" or "DLS Jogger" and include your contact phone number and two photos. We will contact you if interested in booking.