Thank you so much for your inquiry about our casting services. If you are with a production and interested in hiring 4 Star Casting, please call us at773-676-2278 or fill out the form below.
For Television and Film Projects, we create a deal memo specific to the project. For commercials, etc., our fees are structured in that we charge a prep service and a percentage. This prep fee includes using our talent pool, database/posting/collecting and sorting through the talent submissions, and providing links (if photo-pick). The number of prep days or if we will only charge a percentage, and what percentage, is based on the project's scope.
If there are other requirements, such as providing a vehicle, a bike, a skateboard, kissing, etc., an additional bump will be required. Special abilities, e.g., being a stenographer, medical training, or real police officer, will also increase the rate of talent. We can send you a separate rate sheet for bumps for non-union projects. SAG establishes bumps for union projects.
Before submission to the production company, we thoroughly vet each potential extra to make sure he/she/they are available and suitable for your project. Our ability to create customized lookbooks with current photos and detailed information, such as specific skills and experience, also sets us apart. Whether you require extras with specialized abilities like skateboarding proficiency or a particular aesthetic, we meticulously curate options to enhance the authenticity of your scenes.
If you move forward with hiring our company for the project, we will send an agreement that we ask production to complete and sign as quickly as possible so we can agree on a tailored quote for the talent and services you need. We will also send sample lookbooks. We send a separate invoice for our services. We DO NOT provide payroll services.
Your bid may not include our prep fee and percentage, especially compared to traditional talent agencies. Unlike LA and NY, where a production company can go to one agency or an extras management company to find talent, the Chicago market differs. As a casting company, we are usually the only entity with a large enough selection of extras for union and non-union projects. This is particularly true for SAG-AFTRA projects since SAG-AFTRA does not cover film/television in Chicago, and commercials/industrials can be union or non-union. We are open to modifying our rates to accommodate your budgetary constraints while maintaining the high standards of our services.
In essence, our aim is to fulfil your casting requirements and surpass expectations by delivering tailored solutions that enhance the overall production value. By partnering with us, you gain access to a wealth of expertise and resources dedicated to effectively and efficiently realizing your creative vision.