Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Police Cadet Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is casting clean-shaven male extras with short hair to portray police cadets in an upcoming training scene. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience in a dynamic and professional production environment. Filming will take place in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in a training scene
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate in background action sequences as required

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30s
• Clean-shaven with short hair
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states
• Available for full-day filming
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking background role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role

Bilingual Male Spokesperson #2 for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a bilingual male spokesperson for a secondary featured role in an insurance campaign. This role involves expressive on-camera performance with a focus on subtle gestures and reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in featured scenes with expressive body language
• Deliver lines in English and Spanish
• Follow creative direction during filming
• Participate in indoor scenes with close-up or partial visibility

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–47
• Ethnically ambiguous or Latino
• Average build with dark hair
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $650 per day

Bilingual Male Spokesperson #1 for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a bilingual male spokesperson for a featured role in an insurance campaign. This role requires a strong on-camera presence and the ability to deliver lines fluently in both English and Spanish.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted lines in English and Spanish
• Appear in featured scenes with clear on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the production team
• Portray a confident and relatable character

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–47
• Ethnically ambiguous or Latino
• Average build with dark hair
• Fluent in both English and Spanish
• Comfortable speaking on camera

Compensation

• $750 per day (recognizable on camera)

Families (Adults & Kids) for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting families for a featured non-speaking role in an insurance campaign filming in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. This role focuses on natural, everyday moments, making it perfect for real families who can bring authenticity and warmth on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in lifestyle scenes as a family unit
• Follow direction from the production team
• Portray natural interactions in home or car settings
• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Families of Ambiguous or Latino ethnicity preferred
• Parents (ages 30–38) and children (boys and girls ages 7–15)
• Minors must have valid work permits
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• Must have reliable transportation

Compensation

• $500 per day
• Additional $25 if wardrobe fitting is required

Actors and Background Talent for Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is casting a range of unique and expressive talent for multiple roles in a visually striking project filming in Chicago. This production is seeking individuals with distinct looks and strong on-camera presence to bring dramatic and cinematic scenes to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in stylized music video scenes
• Perform under direction in dramatic or atmospheric setups
• Participate in scenes involving prosthetic makeup or special effects if selected
• Collaborate with the creative team to achieve the desired visual tone

Requirements

• Open to various roles including lead antagonist, featured actors, and background talent
• Must be comfortable portraying intense or eerie characters
• Some roles require comfort with prosthetic makeup
• Strong presence, unique look, or character-driven appearance preferred
• Able to take direction and perform reliably on set

Compensation

• $135 for 8 hours

Male Police Cadet Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting clean-shaven male extras to portray police cadets in a training scene. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience while working in a fast-paced, professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police cadet in a training academy scene
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Participate in background action and formation scenes
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30s
• Clean-shaven with short hair
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Comfortable performing as a background extra
• Local to Chicago or surrounding areas

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role (rate disclosed upon booking)

Police Cadets for TV Series Training Scene

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray police cadets in a training scene filming in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. This is a non-speaking role ideal for talent who can bring a clean-cut, professional look and help create a realistic academy environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in a training scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain disciplined posture and appearance on set
• Participate in group scenes with other background actors
• Help create an authentic law enforcement training atmosphere

Requirements

• Male and female, ages late teens to 30s
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Males must be clean-shaven with short hair
• Females must have a natural look (no long painted nails or fake eyelashes)
• Comfortable working in structured, uniform-style scenes
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby areas

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role
• Opportunity to work on a television production
• On-set experience in a professional environment

Male Photo Double (Brown or Blonde Hair) for TV Series

Job Description
A TV production is seeking a Caucasian male photo double with brown or blonde hair for a non-speaking role. This position requires someone who can match the physical characteristics needed for stand-in and camera work on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a featured actor
• Assist with camera setups, lighting, and blocking
• Follow direction from crew members
• Maintain continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 16–25
• Brown or blonde hair
• Height between 5’8” to 5’10”
• Medium build
• Comfortable working behind the scenes in a double role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking role
• On-set experience in a TV production
• Opportunity to gain industry exposure

Male Photo Double (Blonde Hair) for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting a Caucasian male photo double with blonde or curly blonde hair for a non-speaking background role. This opportunity is ideal for talent who closely matches the physical look required and can work on a professional TV set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor
• Match physical appearance for lighting and camera setups
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain consistency in look and positioning on set

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 13–18
• Blonde or curly blonde hair
• Height between 5’5” to 5’7”
• Slim to medium build
• Comfortable working on set in a non-speaking role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role
• Opportunity to work on a television production
• Professional on-set experience

Male Photo Double (Red Hair) for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting a Caucasian male photo double with red hair for a non-speaking role. This opportunity is ideal for talent who closely matches the physical requirements and can assist with camera setups and scene continuity on a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a principal actor
• Match physical appearance for lighting and camera positioning
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain consistency in look and movement across scenes

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 16–25
• Red hair
• Height between 5’8” to 5’10”
• Slim to medium build
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking, behind-the-scenes role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role
• Opportunity to work on a television production
• Gain professional on-set experience