Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description
A music video production is casting 1 female performer to appear in a paid music video with a popular recording artist. This on-camera role is for someone who is confident, camera-ready, and able to bring strong presence and style to a high-energy video shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a professional music video production

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Bring confident on-screen presence, movement, and performance energy

Requirements

• Female talent needed

• Must be available for an in-person shoot in Chicago, Illinois

• Comfortable performing on camera in a music video environment

• Professional, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate and details provided upon selection)

Non-Speaking Families & Couples for Airline Cabin Production

Job Description
A non-union airline cabin production is seeking experienced actors with authentic, real-life relationships for a filmed project. Casting is looking for two families (one parent with two children) and additional real couples, friends, or partners who can bring natural chemistry to non-speaking scenes set inside an airplane cabin. This is a paid opportunity for Chicago-based talent who can work locally without travel or accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in non-speaking airline cabin scenes with natural, believable reactions

• Work comfortably in a tight, airplane-style set environment

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity and realistic relationship dynamics across multiple takes

Requirements

• Must be based in Chicago, IL (local hire only; no travel/accommodations provided)

• Experienced actors with authentic relationships encouraged to apply

• Families needed: 1 parent with 2 children (kids ages 5–7)

• Additional talent: real romantic couples, friends, or partners

• Must be comfortable performing non-speaking roles on camera

Compensation

• Paid non-union project (rate provided upon selection)

Job Title: Stand-In — Neil Fak

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In — Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Fri. 1/9 through Fri. 1/9
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for the rest of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN — NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6″
• T-Shirt: XXL or 3XL

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Latina Stand-In (TV Production)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking a Latina stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for talent who can closely match the performer’s height, weight, complexion, and overall look, and who can work professionally on a fast-paced set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups and camera rehearsals

• Match the actor’s general look for scene continuity (height, weight, complexion)

• Follow direction from the crew and remain ready between setups

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and positioning across takes

Requirements

• Latina

• Height: 5’3″–5’5″

• Weight: 115–145

• Dark hair

• Must be able to closely match the actor’s look for lighting and camera work

• Stand-in experience is a plus (but not required)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate shared if selected)

Real Firefighters (Paid TV Extra Roles)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking real firefighters to appear on camera in authentic emergency-response scenes for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking background opportunity for firefighters who can bring real-world presence, uniform accuracy, and professional realism to set. Availability across multiple shoot days is a plus, and early call times are possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in emergency and station-style scenes

• Wear your real firefighter uniform/gear as appropriate for the scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Be punctual, professional, and camera-ready for long production days

Requirements

• Must be a real firefighter

• Open to men and women; all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Able to work as a local hire in the Chicago area/Western Suburbs

• Comfortable performing as non-speaking background talent

• Must have a recent color photo in uniform (no sunglasses, no group photos)

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump

Job Title: Potbelly Customer (Commercial)

CASTING CALL — Potbelly Commercial
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Potbelly Sandwich Commercial
ROLES: Customer
SHOOT DATES: Sat. 1/10 through Sat. 1/10
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for either a 6-hour day, 12-hour day, or both
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $150/6 hours or $300/12 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

CUSTOMER
• Age: 18–60
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must be comfortable eating food on camera
• Must be able to naturally react to action happening around you
• Non-speaking commercial role

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Body Double Extra (Non-Speaking)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking local background talent to work in a tight, enclosed filming setup for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking extra role for men and women who are comfortable in compact spaces and can maintain a professional, calm presence on set. Selected talent may be asked to wear a flesh-toned bodysuit-style wardrobe as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as non-speaking background talent in a special episode scene

• Work comfortably in a very compact filming environment

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Wear assigned wardrobe, which may include a flesh-colored bodysuit

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must not be claustrophobic and must be comfortable in tight spaces

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction in a fast-paced set environment

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Job Title: Richie Photo Double (Male)

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Richie Photo Double
SHOOT DATES: Mon. 1/12 through Mon. 1/12
AVAILABILITY: Must be fully available for the full workday on the shoot date
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $220/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

RICHIE PHOTO DOUBLE
• Height: 6’1
• Weight: 188 lbs
• Chest/Jacket: 40R
• T-Shirt: Medium/Large
• Pant: 31 x 34

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Chicago Real People Casting for Paid Billboard Campaign

Job Description
A paid promotional campaign is seeking real people who help make Chicago great. This project is looking for standout locals—restaurant owners, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, and other changemakers—who are making an impact through food, community, art, fashion, business, or culture. If you have a strong story and real Chicago pride, this is a great marketing opportunity to be featured in a billboard-style campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real person featured in a promotional/billboard campaign

• Share a short, authentic story about what you do in Chicago

• Follow simple direction during a photo shoot or filmed capture

• Represent your work, community impact, or creative identity on camera

Requirements

• Adults only (no minors)

• Must be a real Chicago-area local with a meaningful connection to the city

• Open to being photographed/filmed for promotional marketing use

• Ideal fits include: restaurateurs, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, business owners, and creators

Compensation

• Paid campaign (rate provided upon selection)

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In (Angel)
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday 1/7
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the full shoot day on 1/7
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN (ANGEL)
• Height: 5’10”
• Weight: 145
• Additional specs: Must match photo reference provided by production

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.