Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Title: Hallmark Holiday Touchdown Stand-In #5

CASTING CALL — Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story

ROLES: Stand-In #5

SHOOT DATES: Thursday, July 23 through Thursday, July 23

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for an 11:00 AM tentative call time

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN #5
• Height: 5’11”
• Weight: 200 lbs
• Male
• African American (light complexion) or Ethnically Ambiguous
• Mid 20s to mid 40s
• Short hair

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.

Stand-In Actor for Chicago Fire

Job Description

A television series is seeking a stand-in actor for Chicago Fire filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is open to African American males who closely match the principal actor’s height, build, and complexion. Stand-ins play a vital role in helping the camera and lighting departments prepare scenes, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced or aspiring production professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with scene setup and rehearsals.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during extended production days.

Requirements

• African American male, ages 20s–40s.
• Height between 6’4″ and 6’8″.
• Weight between 185–240 lbs.
• Medium to light skin tone.
• Dark hair.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Chicago area or surrounding eligible regions.
• Available for recurring filming over the first several months of production.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.

Food Bank Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A paid commercial project is now casting local talent in the Chicago area for a nonprofit food bank campaign. Casting directors are seeking a diverse range of individuals to help bring authentic community stories to life. This is a great opportunity for Chicago locals interested in participating in a meaningful commercial production that supports an important cause.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic community members in a commercial campaign.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Represent the nonprofit’s mission with natural and engaging on-camera performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must be a local resident of the Chicago, Illinois area.
• Open to individuals matching various age groups and character descriptions.
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production.
• Available for the production schedule if selected.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Kids Modeling Open Call

Job Description

A leading modeling agency is seeking talented kids ages 7 to 15 for an upcoming modeling open call. This paid modeling opportunity is perfect for young aspiring models looking to begin or grow their careers in the fashion and entertainment industry. The agency is searching for confident, natural talent with a fresh look and a positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional modeling open call.
• Showcase confidence, personality, and natural presence.
• Meet with talent scouts and modeling professionals.
• Follow directions during the evaluation process.

Requirements

• Ages 7 to 15.
• Wear fitted, neutral-colored clothing.
• Minimal makeup, if applicable.
• Natural hairstyle preferred.
• Comfortable performing in a professional audition setting.

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunities for selected talent.
• Compensation details will be discussed with successful applicants.

Male and Female Models for Independent Brand Campaigns

Job Description

A modeling opportunity is now open for male and female models looking to expand their portfolios and work with independent fashion brands. This paid modeling opportunity offers aspiring and experienced models the chance to gain industry experience, collaborate with creative brands, and build valuable connections within the fashion community.

Job Responsibilities

• Model apparel and accessories for independent clothing brands.
• Represent fashion brands during promotional events and brand activations.
• Work closely with photographers, designers, and creative teams.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout all modeling assignments.

Requirements

• Male and female models are encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable posing for fashion and lifestyle photography.
• Strong communication and professionalism.
• Passion for fashion and brand representation.

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected models.

SI J Stand-In for Chicago Fire

Job Description

A paid stand-in role is available for Chicago Fire. Casting directors are looking for a Caucasian male to portray the SI J stand-in during the first three episodes of production. This opportunity is perfect for performers who closely match the actor’s appearance and are interested in gaining valuable on-set experience with a major television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during rehearsals, lighting, and camera blocking.
• Work closely with the production crew to ensure scene continuity.
• Maintain availability throughout scheduled filming days.
• Follow all on-set directions from the production team.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 20s to early 30s.
• Height: 5’8″ to 5’10”.
• Weight: 135–155 lbs.
• Brownish or reddish hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous stand-in or background acting experience is preferred.
• Must be available for the first three episodes of filming.

Compensation

• $192 for the first 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

SI G Stand-In for Chicago Fire

Job Description

A paid stand-in opportunity is now casting for Chicago Fire. Production is seeking a Caucasian male to serve as the SI G stand-in for the first three episodes of filming. This role is ideal for experienced stand-ins or background actors who closely match the specified physical characteristics and are available for an extended filming schedule in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the stand-in for a principal actor during lighting, camera, and rehearsal setups.
• Match the actor’s positioning for technical preparations between takes.
• Follow instructions from the assistant director and camera crew.
• Be available for multiple filming days during the production schedule.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 20s to early 30s.
• Height: 6’0″ to 6’3″.
• Weight: 175–210 lbs.
• Brown hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.
• Must be available for the first three episodes of filming.

Compensation

• $192 for the first 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Chicago Fire Hospital & Outdoor Scene Background Actors

Job Description

A casting opportunity is now available for background actors to appear in an upcoming Chicago Fire production filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18 to 70, to portray hospital visitors, pedestrians, pedestrians with vehicles, and bicyclists in realistic outdoor and hospital scenes. This is a great paid background acting opportunity for local talent looking to gain on-set experience on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital visitors or pedestrians in featured background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in indoor hospital or outdoor street environments.
• If applicable, appear with your personal vehicle or bicycle during filming.

Requirements

• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Men and women, all ethnicities.
• Ages 18–70.
• Must be available for hospital or outdoor pedestrian scenes.
• Comfortable working in either indoor or outdoor filming locations.
• Bicycle owners and individuals with personal vehicles are encouraged to apply for applicable roles.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate will be disclosed upon booking.

Job Description

A television production is seeking a featured non-speaking background actor to portray a high-ranking firefighter for an upcoming episode of Chicago Fire filming in Chicago, Illinois. This paid opportunity is open to local talent who can attend a wardrobe fitting and portray an experienced firefighter with an authentic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured high-ranking firefighter in non-speaking scenes.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting and possible prosthetic fitting before filming.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity on set.
• Arrive prepared with the appropriate appearance for filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40s to early 60s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Bigger build with a fit appearance suitable for a high-ranking firefighter role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Submit a recent color photograph showing your current hairstyle and facial hair (if applicable).
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.
• Use “Featured White Shirt” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting pays $40 for up to 2 hours.
• Paid featured background acting opportunity.

Hospital & Outdoor Scene Background Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is now available for men and women to appear in hospital and outdoor scenes for a television production filming in the Chicago area. Casting is seeking talent of all ethnicities between the ages of 18 and 70 to portray hospital visitors, pedestrians, pedestrians with vehicles, and pedestrians with bicycles. This is a great opportunity for local background actors looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in hospital or outdoor scenes.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared and available for the full production day.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–70.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Comfortable working in either a hospital or outdoor setting.
• Those with access to a personal vehicle or bicycle are encouraged to apply.
• Available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.