We started as a chicago based casting company in 2010 whose primary focus is providing union and nonunion extras from chicago and surrounding areas for film, television, industrial and commercial work. The hit nbc tv show chicago pd has put out a new casting call that you can apply to. The film stars an ensemble cast, including jason bateman, olivia munn, t. Sullivan is asking extras to work for free, adding tha thte whole production is just for fun. Illinois is a world class destination for film, television and advertising production. The illinois film office production guide may also be a. City of chicago chicago film office frequently asked questions.
Are you currently living in the chicagoland area 50 square mile radius and interested in. Illinois film office illinois department of commerce. Chicago fire new season cast call for extras in chicago area. Montana film office 301 south park ave helena, mt 59620 tel. Paskal rudnicke casting a leader in the chicago film and. Casting directors are now hiring actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming this january 2020. The illinois film office represents the whole of the illinois film production industry to promote and facilitate film production to and within the state of illinois.
Advice for people who want to be extras in film and television filming in chicago. Nbcs chicago fire season 8 is now hiring background actors, extras, standins and photo doubles to work on scenes filming in chicago, illinois. Nbcs chicago pd season 7 is now casting teen actors in chicago, illinois. The illinois film office special thanks as illinois film office. We are going to prove that filmmaking must adapt, too. There are literally thousands of people in michigan who have been working as extras since the beginning of the michigan film boom of the past few years. Fast forward to 2018 and we have casting directors located in illinois, california, texas and georgia using o. Chicago fire extras chicago med extras joan philo does care about your hopes, dreams and wellbeing on set and at casting calls. The illinois film office production guide may also be a helpful resource 2. Vance, rob corddry, kate mckinnon, and jennifer aniston.
Welcome to 4 star casting inc we started as a chicago based casting company in 2010 whose primary focus is providing union and nonunion extras from chicago and surrounding areas for film, television, industrial and commercial work. Soillfilmclub will be holding auditions for their next project, blank fortune, from 10am to 2pm at the varsity center for the arts in carbondale, il. For instructions on how and where to apply, see the recruitment bulletin on the job page for. Office christmas party is a 2016 american christmas comedy film directed by josh gordon and will speck and written by justin malen and laura solon, based on a story by jon lucas and scott moore. Director, illinois film office illinois is a world class destination for film, television and advertising production. Seeing a creative machine in motion making something that will be seen by millions of people around the world is not only a terrific life moment but an excellent place to begin a career in the entertainment industry. Situated in the heart of the midwest, just hours south of chicago, champaign county offers an ideal film location for a variety of projects. Film las cruces promotion and development for film. To register just follow the posts on the facebook pages and if you are available to work send in your photograph, height, weight, age, phone number, city and state to the email that is posted. Jan 16, 2017 the first amendment passed today amendment 2 replaced an earlier amendment that would have moved management of the states historic sites from the illinois historic preservation agency over to dceo as part of a new division that would have included tourism, the illinois film office and whatever would be left of ihpa after splitting off the.
Following is a list casting agencies in chicago that may be able to provide additional information and opportunities. The extras will be needed to work on the episodes filmed from june 7th to june 15th, in chicago, illinois. Interstellar movie endings explained 2014 christopher nolan, matthew mcconaughey scifi film duration. Illinois film office business facilities area economic. For years illinois has been home to various television sets, filming productions and of course modeling jobs. The illinois film office keeps a registry of available locations for filming.
Casting notices, production listings, and local information. Order online tickets tickets see availability directions location. If you are the resident of chicago, illinois, who would like to be a part of one of the renowned tv series empire, then this is just the opportunity you would not want to miss. Sullivans entry in last years 21 film project sullivans new production is to be called the masked loiterer. Blank fortune is a short film that will be shooting in the southern illinois area during the month of july. Chicago pd extras casting call for chicago southside types. Extras casting in illinois become a movie extra acting jobs in illinois find casting calls and auditions. As a local we advocate for and protect the rights and wages for actor performers, singersrecording artists, and broadcasters across illinois, indiana, wisconsin, and a portion of iowa. Indeed may be compensated by these employers, helping keep indeed free for jobseekers. Casting call locations are secured by the production and not by joan philo. Illinois film office illinois is home to a thriving film industry with world class locations, crew base, talent, production services and a robust tax credit program. To promote racial diversity in the film industry in the state of illinois, the illinois film office continues to encourage educational opportunities for minorities to be trained for working in film and television. For filmmakers, it is a onestop liaison for all city of chicago production.
Theres nothing new locally that i can talk about, but at least in springfield theres legislation that will shift the states historic sites from the illinois historic preservation agency into a new division within the department of commerce and economic opportunity that will include tourism, historic sites and the states film office. About those famous groundhog days filming locations. One of the worlds most truly exciting experiences is to be on the set of a feature film. The film office is an advocate for all kinds of productions, from major feature films and television series to commercials, music videos, documentaries and student films. Filming in illinois dear filmmakers, welcome to the illinois film office.
Located in woodstock, illinois, the manor is celebrated as a historic and cultural vacation retreat. Browse the locations that make san francisco a wonderful filmmaking destination. The extras should ideally have great character faces and can be both men and women. Background actors talent group the best boutique talent. As the gateway to government our services include a. We post casting notices for extras on the illinois film office facebook page. For job inquiries contact chicago regional office recruiting at 18008656384, ext.
Elgin, yorkville locations set for movie thriller contagion. The state is continuing to grow with more and more productions being added every year and this year will be no different. The chicago film office, a division of the mayors office of special events, leads the citys effort to attract and facilitate feature film, television, commercial and all forms of film and video production. Please check the page frequently for current projects. Decatur filmmaker seeks extras for short film illinois. Whether youre looking for historic architecture, farmland, a university campus or wide open spaces, champaign county offers a diverse landscape with affordable, local services. Film producers will hire location scouts to find potential sites for their productions. You need to be a part of film or music industry to qualify for the role. We have several large audition rooms equipped with highend cameras, computers, and monitors, which all create an extremely comfortable professional environment for clients and talent. Illinois is currently the only state with a film production tax credit program with such a requirement. This short film will be created from a distance and will explore the. Film las cruces is a fullservice film office, and is the official, staterecognized film liaison for our area. Illinois boasts breathtaking natural vistas, rivers, prairies, industrial centers, picturesque farmland and small towns seemingly frozen in time. Showing 27 acting jobs with 10 productions in chicago, il.
This african american male should be around 180 lbs, 5 ft 10 in, late 20smid 30s and, ideally, with an ovalshaped face and hairstyle as depicted in the photo and with a mediumdark skin tone. The fast paced seires is searching for men and women for several upcoming roles. However, experience means real acting jobs in theater, television, film or commercial. Interstellar movie endings explained 2014 christopher nolan, matthew mcconaughey scifi. The state of illinois has a rich history in america and a rich history of being a hub for some of the most innovative and entertaining productions in the world. Illinois films office telepictureswarner bros 2016 youtube. Featured as the the cherry street inn in the movie groundhog day 1992, this majestic painted lady is designed to cater to the discerning traveler. Indeed ranks job ads based on a combination of employer bids and relevance, such as your search terms and other activity on indeed. We are accepting only experienced talent 18 years and older. Check out this post and visit the link in our bio for more details on the correct way to send in submissions before 42220.
Illinois film commission film office illinois film office 100 west randolph, 3rd floor chicago, illinois 60601 tel. The team is looking for models and actors of all ethnicities. The first step to working with us is to register with our company. This position will require an inperson interview with. Submission rules actors talent group the best boutique. Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on tuesday, march 10th in romeoville, illinois. We have news our entire team has been so excited and creatively charged to launch our northlight theatre virtual epas. Filming will be in chicago, illinois on wednesday, september 5th. This short film will be created from a distance and will explore the dark side of social distancing in a solo performance that challenges just how alone we really are. Jul 20, 2014 actors and extras run toward a stairwell during the filming of a scene in transformers.
Illinois films office telepictureswarner bros 2016. Chicago film office current production information. Chicago extras casting company, 4 star casting, union and nonunion. Total estimated talent job hires hires excludes extras credits fy19 actual issued commercial film total actual total actual il wages production office hires 454 75 33 crew 1,730 1,433 978 expenses 15,001,446. Our casting complex was personally built for one thing. An upcoming commercial is now casting extras in chicago, illinois. Subscribe to our newsletters to get updates about illinois public medias role in giving voice to local arts, education, new ideas, and community needs, sent straight to your inbox. Submission frequently asked questions are available on this website. Dec 30, 2015 snippets of tvmovies filmed in illinois. Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming in chicago, illinois this winter 2020. I live in sauk village, illinois, thats like 20 minutes away from were you guys actually film the show, so if i were to be chosen, transportation would. Fast forward to 2018 and we have casting directors located in illinois, california, texas and georgia using our.
Amount of film roductions endin in illinois and number of 0b hires. The chicago film office, a division of the department of cultural affairs and special events, leads the citys effort to attract and enhance the production of feature films, television series, commercials, documentaries and all forms of local screen entertainment. We realize this health situation has had a great impact on filmmaking in illinois. The main characters wanted are doctors, police officers, nurses and some child actors. Please note that registering with us does not guarantee employment. Knox street morrison, il 61270 815 7725247 office 575 5205279 cell. The illinois film office special thanks as illinois film office the punxsutawney groundhog club special thanks as the members of the punxsutawney groundhog club tomkats catering catering woodstock, il special thanks as the community leaders and citizens of woodstock, illinois. The casting directors are looking for extras for a restaurant scene. Illinois is home to nationally renowned crew and actors, complete industry infrastructure, and our robust and sustainable 30% film tax credit.
Illinois cashes in on dillinger film chicago tribune. An upcoming regional retail store commercial is now casting talent in milwaukee and chicago. The purpose of the northwest illinois film office is to promote the northwest illinois region through the development of film, video, and multimedia production. Chicago has always been a mecca for television, film and modeling opportunities. Welcome to the illinois film office dear illinois film community, we have been closely monitoring the coronavirus covid19 situation and abiding by the guidelines provided to us from governor pritzker, as well as the center for disease control. Fast forward to 2018 and we have casting directors located in illinois, california, texas and georgia using our nationwide talent database to book extras on. Mar 16, 2020 expected to start on or about march 9th for up to 4 weeks with open flexible availability.
Member education opportunities and program details. With cristen adams, ali amine, lynn anderson, dana brown. Expected to start on or about march 9th for up to 4 weeks with open flexible availability. Once you have signed up with us, you are eligible to submit for projects we post via our facebook page. There are a number of incentives available to productions that choose to shoot in san francisco. From chicago to champaign the state is perpetually buzzing with the energy of major movie productions, award winning network and cable television series, world renowned theatrical shows, international modeling events, national. Specific promotional efforts target the global production industry gpi. We are looking for experienced actors with training. Anyone wanting to volunteer as an extra in the movie should show up outside the macon county courthouse in decatur sunday at 2.
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