Chicago Casting Directors

Chicago Casting Directors (Film, TV & Commercial)

If you’re an actor based in Chicago (or looking to work here), these are the casting offices you should know.

This is a curated list of legitimate casting directors working across film, television, and commercial projects in Chicago. Bookmark this page, check their sites regularly, and follow submission instructions carefully. This is how you stay in the loop and get seen.

Karge Casting

Paskal Rudnicke Casting

O’Connor Casting

Compass Casting

Becca McCracken Casting

Simon Casting

Extras and Background Casting:

4 Star Casting

One Chicago Extras

Tips

  • Follow each casting office’s instructions exactly. Some casting directors accept direct submissions, some don’t.

  • Remember, they are not agencies. They won’t represent you.

  • Keep your headshot and resume updated

  • Don’t mass email—be intentional and professional

  • Check back regularly for updates and casting calls

  • Look for casting director workshops at acting schools like The Green Room Studio, where I teach, or Vagabond School of the Arts, The Acting Studio Chicago, and others.

Know One I Should Add?

If there’s a Chicago casting office you’ve had a great experience with, send it my way. I’m always updating this list.

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