Action!
Filmmaking is happening all over Illinois, not just in Chicago. Films and television shows are coming to shoot in Central Illinois!
If you've ever wanted to be in a film or see how filmmaking works, this is a great way to get started.
How It Works
Whenever we have projects seeking actors, we'll send an email to folks in the area with information about the project, dates, and rate. If you want to be involved, you'll follow the application instructions per project.
When films are looking for folks to be in them, we will email the talent pool with the shoot information, you'll get back to us if you're available, and we'll reserve a slot for you on set.
Who We Want
Everyone! Anyone who's ever wanted to be in a film is welcome to join our talent pool. All ages, genders, ethnicities, body types - we want to see everyone.
You do not need previous experience, just a photo and a way for us to get in touch with you.
If you have special skills, a car you can drive on set, or a cute pet, please add all that information to the below form!
Paid Work
Like we said, this doesn't cost you anything. When you book roles with us, the films will pay you to be there.
The rates will vary from one project to the next, so we'll let you know the dates, times, and rates when we reach out to book you.
Time Commitment
So, when will we need you to come to set? It depends on the project! We'll send out emails letting you know we are casting a project, and if you're available for the dates, you can request a slot on set.
Some shoots are short, but we always tell folks to plan on being on set for a full day.
If you can't make a day, don't worry. We'll keep trying to get you in the next project.
100% Free to You
Our email list is a completely free service for actors. We will never require you to take classes or pay us for your work.
Films and commercials will pay you directly for your work. We won't take any fees or commissions and you take home all your pay.
Make Cool Stuff
From movie stars to local filmmakers and everything in between, right in your backyard - productions of all sizes could call us. Spend your day being a part of the crew, and making something awesome.
We're building a pool of people who would like to be considered to be in these films. From background actors to roles with lines, we're helping filmmakers find the people they're looking for.
Crew
If joining the film industry sounds amazing, but you don't want to be in front of the camera, try being a Production Assistant, or PA! PAs are entry level workers, who receive on-the-job training for whichever department they're assigned.
Fill out the form below and select "Production Assistant" in the options box.
Filmmaking in Illinois
Filmmaking in Illinois
The fun isn't just in Chicago. Films, television, and commercials are filming all over the state. Productions are looking for folks to be background actors to make their projects feel like the real world! This is a completely free service to background actors, so join our pool today!
Filmmaking in Illinois
Sign Up Now!
Sign Up Now!
Sign Up Now!
Click the button to be taken to our sign up form. Please fill it out in its entirety, adding photos, and as much information as you have available.
That's it! You don't need to do anything else.
Work with Us
Work with Us
Work with Us
Background casting with principal casting precision
Bokeh Background is a division of Compass Casting, a principal casting office in Chicago focused on creating a safe space for actors to work, and a creative space for production to collaborate since 2013.
From feature films to national commercials, we're happy to cast projects of all sizes. Please get in touch with us about your next project to get started.
Bring us to you
Are you filming in Illinois, but there's not a talent pool built in your shooting location yet? Call us!
We're happy to host an open call to create a background pool in your area. We've worked with projects, film commissions, and village managers to create open calls in spaces that locals know and trust.