NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Extras for TV Series – Pedestrians and Firefighters

Job Description:
A television series is seeking background talent local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states to portray pedestrians, pedestrians with cars, and dressed firefighters for an upcoming shoot. Talent should be expressive, reliable, and comfortable working in an outdoor, fast-paced filming environment. Selected individuals will help create realistic street and emergency-response scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray pedestrians or pedestrians with cars in various street scenes

• Selected males may appear as dressed firefighters

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be fully available for the scheduled filming date

Requirements:

• Men and women, ages 20–60s

• All ethnicities welcome

• Clean-shaven males with short hair (ages 20–40) needed specifically for firefighter roles

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must not be working today or scheduled for work on the filming date

Compensation:

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

• Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Real serving experience required (current or past)

• Available for filming on the specified date

• Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

• Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Bar Scene Extras

Job Description
A television production is seeking background talent for a lively bar scene. Extras will help create an authentic and energetic environment by appearing as patrons in a popular bar setting. This is a great opportunity for those comfortable on camera and able to bring natural reactions to a busy atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background patrons in a bar scene

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Maintain natural reactions and on-camera presence

• Stay available for the full duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s

• African American, Asian, Middle Eastern, and Indian talent encouraged to apply

• Must work as a local hire in Illinois (Chicago, suburbs, or nearby states)

• Available to film from afternoon through 10 p.m.

Compensation

• Paid background role

Casting Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television series is seeking a stand-in to match the height, build, and general appearance of a principal actor. This position involves assisting the production team by standing in for lighting, camera blocking, and technical setup. This is a non-speaking role but requires reliability, professionalism, and comfort working closely with the crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup

• Follow instructions from the camera, lighting, and directing teams

• Maintain consistency in position and movement for technical accuracy

• Work efficiently on set and remain attentive throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Balding or bald

• Height: 6’0” to 6’2”

• Weight: 215 to 245 lbs

• Ages 40s to 60s

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states in IL

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

Latina Stand-Ins – TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking two Latina stand-ins for an upcoming shoot. Stand-ins will work closely with the camera and lighting departments to match the physical profile of the principal actors and ensure accurate scene setup. These roles are non-speaking and require strong reliability and professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for lighting, camera blocking, and technical setups

• Match the actor’s height, build, and general appearance

• Maintain continuity and precise positioning across takes

• Follow direction from the production and cinematography teams

• Arrive prepared and ready for a full workday

Requirements

• Latina, ages 20s–40s

• Role 1: Height 5’2”–5’4”, 115–135 lbs, dark hair (curly or straight)

• Role 2: Height 5’6”–5’8”, slim to medium build, dark hair

• Must work as a local hire in the Chicago, IL area

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

Background Bar Patrons & Pedestrians – TV Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background actors to appear as bar patrons and pedestrians for an upcoming episode filming in Chicago. Talent may also be selected for outdoor scenes requiring jogging, biking, or general pedestrian movement. These are non-speaking roles ideal for reliable performers who can bring natural, everyday energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in interior scenes

• Participate in outdoor scenes as joggers, cyclists, or pedestrians if selected

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive prepared with appropriate wardrobe options based on instructions

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–70

• All ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not be booked for a future date on the same series

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Patient Role – Television Production

Job Description
A television series is casting a South Asian female actor to portray a patient in an upcoming episode. This role requires emotional depth and comfort with mild physical interaction, as the scene may involve another actor kissing the character on the cheek. The production seeks a new face who can deliver a grounded and believable performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a patient authentically in a hospital or clinical setting

• Follow on-set direction to ensure emotional realism and continuity

• Be comfortable with brief, respectful physical interaction as part of the scene

• Maintain professionalism and cooperation during filming

Requirements

• South Asian female, age 60+

• Comfortable with a light cheek kiss as part of the performance

• ACTRA, AABP, or non-union performers welcome to apply

• Must be available for the full day and evening of the scheduled shoot

• Filming in Mississauga, Ontario

Compensation

• $273.50 for 8 hours minimum

• Overtime rate: $51.25 per hour

Bar Extras – Television Series

Job Description
A popular television series is seeking male extras to appear in an upcoming bar scene. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional production with a well-known cast and crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons naturally and interact convincingly in social background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and maintain continuity during takes

• Work professionally and collaboratively with other extras and crew members

Requirements

• Males, ages 20s to 60s

• Open to Asian, Middle Eastern, African American, and Latino talent

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must not have worked on the show in the past week or be scheduled for a future date

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable filming in a busy environment

Compensation

• Paid background role

Stand-In – Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking an African American female to work as a stand-in for an upcoming shoot. The role requires someone who closely matches the lead actor’s height, build, and complexion to assist with camera blocking and lighting setups. This is an excellent opportunity for those with on-set experience looking to gain valuable behind-the-scenes exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the lead actor during lighting and camera setup

• Maintain consistency in positioning, height, and posture during technical adjustments

• Work closely with the camera and lighting departments to ensure accurate scene preparation

• Remain professional, focused, and punctual throughout filming

Requirements

• African American female, ages 20s–40s

• Medium to light complexion with dark hair

• Height: 5’2” to 5’4” | Weight: 115–140 lbs

• Prior experience as a stand-in or extra preferred

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role

Bar Patrons – Television Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking male and female background actors to portray bar patrons for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity to be part of a lively, well-known TV production, capturing the energy and atmosphere of a neighborhood bar scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic bar patrons in social and background scenes

• Follow on-set directions to ensure natural and authentic movement

• Maintain professionalism and focus during filming, including late-night shoots

• Work well with the production crew and other extras to create a cohesive scene

Requirements

• Male and female, ages 20–70, all ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Comfortable working late into the evening

• Must not have appeared on the show within the past week

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow on-set instructions

Compensation

• Paid background role