1020 Full-Time Entertainment jobs in Gurnee, Illinois

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Actor / Actress (Paid Per Gig)

Company: CBW Media Location: Chicago, IL (and surrounding areas) Job Type: Contract / Per Gig We produce social media content for local brands, artists, and businesses — and we’re looking for talented individuals to bring those stories to life on camera. Paid per gig, with rates varying by role, pro...

Chicago, Illinois CBW Media
Chorus / Ensemble Actor Job in Audition for Stir Friday Night’s 2025 Cohort!, Age 18+ - Stir Friday Night’s 2025 Ensemble Member

Please sign up for a slot via the signupgenius link below. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AACAA23A3F5C16-58561930-stir#/...

Chicago, Illinois Stir Friday Night
Seeking Actors/Actresses for Sci-Fi Horror Feature Film-"The Corridor Crossing"

Seeking Actors/Actresses for Sci-Fi Horror Feature Film-"The Corridor Crossing" Alex #1 Alex #2: Fun and laid back but also arrogant, sarcastic, and obnoxious, Mike is a fun guy to be around, but often at the expense of making fun of his peers; mainly Alex. Jake’s Dad smiles often and is enjoyable t...

Chicago, Illinois Edgewater Film Productions
«Tomorrow» short-film casting

Tomorrow is a short student film exploring the encounter between two Russian-speaking immigrants living in the United States. Both come from drastically different backgrounds, yet they find connection through their shared language and mutual sense of isolation. This project focuses on emotional auth...

Chicago, Illinois ALXTAW prod
Supporting Actor Job in On the Spot Theatre Company New Plays Workshop, Age 18+ - Actors

Will be reading various parts based on the material being workshopped during each session....

Chicago, Illinois On the Spot Theatre Company
Supporting Actor Job in 'Castaway' - A Short Film Teaser, Male, Age 25-40 - Michael

Michael is Jaime’s husband and partner in adulthood. Michael has an approachable, warm presence. His style is casual yet put-together, reflecting someone comfortable in his own skin. He doesn’t dress to impress since his ease and confidence speak louder than appearances. There is a natural charm abo...

Chicago, Illinois Z Marc Productions
Seeking Actors for Halloween Short Film

Casting actors for Halloween-themed short film, please see the details below. Rate: Unpaid / passion project — festival submissions covered Additional info: Filming Location: Suburban home (TBD) Filming Date: 1 day only (flexible with cast schedules) Why join: Be part of a festival-ready, cinematic ...

Chicago, Illinois Unknown
Supporting Actor Job in Window to the Soul, Female, Age 65-70 - Mother

A tired old woman, while they are physically unable to care for their son, they try anyway. Through all the trials and tribulations in life, they've nearly given up, but not yet....

Chicago, Illinois College of DuPage
'Love Poems'

Casting "Love Poems," a student film. Logline: A young man struggles to ask out the man he has a crush on and receives some advice from his poetry teacher. A short and sweet queer love story about how hard it is to ask a crush out....

Chicago, Illinois Backstage
Day Player Actor Job in I Wish I Was Something, Age 20-35 - News Anchor

Late 20s/early 30s provides a satirical news performance...

Chicago, Illinois DePaul Delta Kappa Alpha
Supporting Actor Job in Window to the Soul, Female, Age 65-70 - Mother

A tired old woman, while they are physically unable to care for their son, they try anyway. Through all the trials and tribulations in life, they've nearly given up, but not yet....

Chicago, Illinois College of DuPage
"Moses The Black" Starring Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa Open Casting Call

Background Actors for Feature Film “Moses the Black” Job Description: Join the cast of Moses the Black, an inspiring feature film that tells a powerful story of redemption. Set in real neighborhoods on Chicago’s West Side, this project explores the journey of a 4th-century outlaw-turned-saint, broug...

Chicago, Illinois Compass Casting
Lead Actor Job in 'Late Night', Female, Age 22-28 - Abby

Abby is feeling insecure about the world she's in. She fears involvement, and mainly wants to be left alone. Her forced involvement in the mechanics of the story pushes her out of her comfort zone. You have a couple changes of clothes, all casual, including something you'd wear to bed (time of year ...

Chicago, Illinois Eleventh Hour Films
Talent Wanted for Short Film

Casting actors for a short film, please see the details below About the project: Tampa police force veteran unjustly fired for using a racial slur in the line of duty. Follow Delvin white’s journey to reinstatement Rate: This unpaid. Additional info: Availability on the following dates is essential ...

Chicago, Illinois Unknown
Supporting Actor Job in 'A Friend', Male, Age 30-45 - Gregory/Ghost

Mid 30s. He is a long-dead sailor who only wants to sail again and hopes to use Andrew as a means to restore his ship. He also has a change of character and goes from selfish and untruthful to considerate and understanding. Character is seen covered by a white sheet for the most part of the film. On...

Chicago, Illinois Goose Feather Production
'The King in Yellow'

Casting for "The King in Yellow." Logline: When student actress Maya starts having hallucinatory encounters on a set with sinister origins, she must confront her desires and figure out the line between artistry and obsession. Synopsis: Student actress Maya begins to hallucinate while filming "The Ki...

Chicago, Illinois Backstage
Lead Actor Job in 'How to Read a Play' Student Film, Male, Age 35-44 - Glen

GLEN MARPET (39) is a charismatic stay-at-home dad and "hobby guy" whose latest venture is starring in a local play. His daughter Cleo (11) idolizes him as the "fun parent," but he tests the patience of his wife Renée (38), who works a stressful corporate job to support his lifestyle. Today Glen mus...

Chicago, Illinois DePaul University
Casting Actors for "Morning, Noon, and Night" Show

The company is holding auditions for "Morning, Noon, and Night" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. Rate: CAT 1 AEA: $318.25 min NON-AEA; $2000 flat fee Additional info: MRE is available outside of blackout dates (2/7 - 2/19) Time Commitment: Rehearsals Begins - 1/5/26 Tec...

Chicago, Illinois Unknown
Supporting Actor Job in Where’d All The Mild Sauce Go?, Male, Age 50-60 - Auto

Black Male 50-60s Neighborhood regular, comic relief. Streetwise but approachable. His interactions with outsiders is both funny and telling. Auto is part comic relief, part grounding presence. He’s a neighborhood guy who knows everyone, cracks jokes, and isn’t afraid to ask for a little help (“Can ...

Chicago, Illinois Bryce Ray, Filmmaker
Lead Actor Job in 'What A Beautiful Life', All Genders, Age 18+ - Performer B

One of the two masked performers in unusual costumes (think Halloween, theatre, or themed-park. There will be no nudity nor revealing costumes required for either role,) moving and dancing through urban spaces. They dance as if only they understand each other, and as if dancing is their only way of ...

Chicago, Illinois School of the Art Institute of Chicago
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