Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Young African American Male for Music Video

Job Description
A music video is casting young African American male talent to portray the artist at different stages of his life. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a professional production and work closely with a creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Play the younger versions of the musical artist

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Remain professional and available for the entire shoot day

Requirements

• Male, African American

• Ages 6–20 (ages 18–20 must look younger)

• Must be close in skin tone, body type, facial features, and hair to match the artist

• Minors under 16 must have a guardian on set

• Submit full-body and face photos showing current hairstyle/facial hair

• Must be available for one of the shoot days and indicate availability

Compensation

• $300 flat rate for the day

Extras for National Dental Company Commercial

Job Description
A well-known national dental company is seeking extras for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity to work on a professional set with quick payment turnaround compared to traditional TV and film projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a commercial shoot

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth filming

• Be available for up to 8-hour shoot days

Requirements

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Ages 18 to 65

• Must be local to Chicago or suburbs and able to commute

• Submit current color photos (including full body and headshot) showing current hairstyle/facial hair

• No sunglasses; smiles preferred for commercials

Compensation

• $250 for up to 8 hours

• Time and a half for overtime

Latina Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A major TV series is seeking a Latina stand-in for an outdoor shoot. This is a non-speaking role where you will stand in for the actor to assist with lighting and camera blocking.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the actor during lighting and camera setup

• Maintain professionalism on set for long hours

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure accurate positioning

Requirements

• Female talent, 20s to 40s

• Latina, dark hair

• Height: 5’5” to 5’8”

• Slim to medium build

• Must be available for filming starting at 1:30 PM until 3 AM

• Local to Chicago, IL, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Previous extra or stand-in experience is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours

African American Male Stand-In for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking an African American male stand-in to closely match the height, weight, and complexion of the actor for lighting and camera blocking. This is a great chance to gain professional on-set experience and work directly with the crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in to assist with lighting and camera blocking setups

• Follow directions from the crew and be available throughout the filming day

• Maintain reliability and professionalism during production

Requirements

• African American male, ages 50s–60s

• Height: 5’8”–5’10”

• Weight: 140–165 lbs

• Brownish/greyish hair, balding is acceptable

• Must submit height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes

• Provide a recent color photograph

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours

Male Stand-In for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking a male stand-in to match the height, weight, and complexion of the actor for lighting and camera blocking. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the crew and gain valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in to assist with lighting and camera blocking

• Follow instructions from the crew and remain available throughout the shoot

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 50s–60s

• Height: 5’11”–6’2”

• Weight: 185–215 lbs

• Baldding grey hair (long hair is okay)

• Must provide height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes

• Must submit a recent color photo

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours

• Payment sent approximately two weeks after filming

Male Extras for Bar Party Scene

Job Description
Join a fun and lively production as a background extra in an exciting bar party scene. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a high-energy filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra during a party scene

• Follow directions from production crew to ensure smooth filming

• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 20s–50s

• Slender to medium build

• Brown hair preferred (longish on the sides; balding or receding hairline is okay)

• Must provide all measurements: height, weight, jacket size, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, and shoe size

• Submit recent color photos with current hair and style (no headshots, no cropped or group photos)

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before the shoot date

Compensation

• Paid background extra role

Caucasian Male Extras for Party Scene

Job Description
Join an exciting production and be part of a lively bar party scene! We are seeking male talent to work as extras for a high-energy bar scene. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a fun, dynamic environment and gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a background extra in a bar party scene

• Follow directions from the director and crew to maintain continuity

• Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, ages 20s–50s

• Slender to medium build

• Brown hair (longish at the sides preferred; balding or receding hairline is okay)

• Must be local to Illinois or surrounding border states

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Paid background extra work

• Professional on-set experience and networking opportunity

Chicago Fire Stand-In Casting Call

Job Description
A popular TV drama is casting a stand-in for upcoming filming. The role requires someone who closely matches the height, weight, and complexion of the actor in order to assist with lighting and camera setups. This is a non-speaking role and a great opportunity to gain on-set experience while working with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during filming

• Match the actor’s height, build, and overall appearance for continuity

• Assist production by standing in for lighting and camera adjustments

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian

• Brownish or reddish hair (brownish tones acceptable)

• Height: 5’1”–5’3”

• Weight: 110–125 lbs

• Age range: 40s–60s

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

• Prior set experience as an extra or stand-in is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

Chicago Fire Stand-In Casting Call

Job Description
A popular TV drama is casting a stand-in for upcoming filming. The role requires someone who closely matches the height, weight, and complexion of the actor in order to assist with lighting and camera setups. This is a non-speaking role and a great opportunity to gain on-set experience while working with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during filming

• Match the actor’s height, build, and overall appearance for continuity

• Assist production by standing in for lighting and camera adjustments

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian

• Brownish or reddish hair (brownish tones acceptable)

• Height: 5’1”–5’3”

• Weight: 110–125 lbs

• Age range: 40s–60s

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

• Prior set experience as an extra or stand-in is a plus

Compensation

• $186 for 8 hours

Chicago Fire Extras Casting Call – Female Roles

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking female extras for an upcoming bar scene. This is a non-speaking background role that offers an excellent chance to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bar patron in a scripted scene

• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before the shoot

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Caucasian females, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’4”–5’7”

• Dress size: 8–10

• Hair: dark, blonde, or red

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

• Must be available for a short wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Wardrobe fitting will take approximately two hours