Wayward Casting

11/11/2025

Music Video Casting Call for Extras
Artist: Brigitte Calls Me Baby
Date: 11/16
Rate: $135/8
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking to cast a group of party goers screen aged 19-31 years old to be hanging out at a penthouse party for a music video shoot with the band Brigitte Calls Me Baby. We want people with a hip, rock oriented fashionable style. Think The Strokes from 2006 but it doesn't have to be exact. There is a good potential of getting featured if booked!

To apply, please send an email to [email protected], subject "BCMB Party", and send your contact info and two photos of yourself. We will reach out soon if interested in booking.

11/10/2025

Casting Call for Music Video
Label: Audiotree
Date: 10/17, 10/18, 10/19
Rate: $150/day
Location: Chicago, IL
Roles: Multiple

Jamie - Screen age 15-17 years old. Finds money, does something unexpected. Finds himself at a DIY punk rock show.

Antagonist - Screen age 40. Crooked cop years old.

Mom - Screen age 45 - 40 years old.

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

We will reach if interested in booking.

24/09/2025

Location Search for Feature Film *Paid*. Pay your rent by hanging out with filmmakers.

Project: Feature Film (*name not disclosed*)
Dates: October through November
Location: Chicago and near Chicago NW Suburbs

We are looking for three locations for our film.

House 1: Think the Home Alone or Risky Business house but it can be more modern Chicago as well. Family home. built before 2015. 2 days of filming.

Apartment 1: 2-3 bedroom classic Chicago apartment with hallway. Open to various styles. 11 days of filming

Apartment 2: 1-3 bedroom classic Chicago apartment. Open to various styles. 1 day of filming

Email [email protected] subject "Movie Home" if you think your place is a good fit for our movie and we will reply back with more information.

Thanks!

Jake

07/09/2025

Casting Call for "Patient" Feature Film
Role: Magic Show Crowd Members
Rate: $75/4
Date: Tuesday 9/9
Location: Chicago, IL

We are looking to book about 40 background actors for the movie titled 'Patient', and directed by Lori Felker and produced by yours truly. Filming will take place at Rhapsody Theater. Will be under 4 hours, and the scene will be lots of fun.

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

07/09/2025

Casting Call for "Patient" Feature Film
Role: Waiting Room Extras
Rate: $75/4
Date: Tomorrow, Monday 9/8
Location: Huntley, IL

I am looking to book a couple of background actors for the movie we are producing titled 'Patient', and directed by Lori Felker. We are looking for a few people, ideally who live in the northwest suburbs to take part in this scene.

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

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!