Chicago Modeling Gigs

Coffee Shop Waitress Background Role

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting female background talent to portray a coffee shop waitress. This role involves light service-style movement and background interaction in a café setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coffee shop waitress in background scenes

• Perform light, natural service movements

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Maintain a professional appearance

Requirements

• Female performers

• Ages 18+

• Any ethnicity

• Experience helpful but not required

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Coffee Shop Background Extras

Job Description
A television series is casting background talent to portray customers in coffee shop scenes. This role helps bring everyday realism to interior café settings and is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a coffee shop customer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity during filming

• Remain professional on set

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Comfortable working indoors on a TV set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

Background Cars (Hospital & Gym Scenes)

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting background talent with vehicles for hospital and gym scenes. This role involves appearing in exterior and interior scenes to help create realistic environments. Talent must be comfortable being on set and following direction during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent with your vehicle

• Participate in hospital and gym scene setups

• Follow on-set direction and timing cues

• Remain available for scheduled filming hours

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have a reliable vehicle

• Comfortable working on a TV set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• $20 car bump if selected

True Crime Recreation Role – Victim

Job Description
A non-union true crime television series for a major network is casting a male performer to portray a victim in a crime recreation scene. This role is part of a dramatic reenactment with no scripted dialogue and is filmed in a controlled, low-pressure environment. The production is seeking talent with a strong physical presence to match a specific character profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a true crime reenactment scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Perform non-speaking, physical acting for realism

• Maintain professionalism during evening filming

Requirements

• Male talent, late teens to 20s

• Athletic or college football-style build

• Preferred height 6’1” or taller

• Comfortable portraying scripted violence and alcohol-related scenes

• Non-union performers only

• Must be available during the scheduled filming window

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Historical Internal Video Background Roles

Job Description
A historical internal video production is casting male talent for paid background roles portraying members of a real-life business family across different decades. This vintage-style shoot will feature short vignette scenes inspired by the 1940s era and beyond. Talent may appear in one or more scenes, with no full-day commitment required. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in period work and historical storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historical characters in short internal video scenes

• Follow creative direction to match specific time periods and family roles

• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance and performance

• Work efficiently during short, scheduled shoot windows

Requirements

• Male talent only

• Roles available for multiple age ranges, including younger adults, middle-aged adults, and seniors

• Must be able to portray family members at different life stages

• Clean-shaven or willing to shave for period accuracy

• Comfortable working in a historical, vintage-style production

• Father-and-son pairings are encouraged

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Flat-rate compensation

• Short filming commitment (part of the day only)

• Professional experience on a historical video production

Teen Extras for Television Series

Job Description
A scripted television series is casting teens for paid, non-speaking background roles. This opportunity is ideal for young performers looking to gain professional on-set experience while working on a major TV production. Filming will take place in the western suburbs, with multiple shoot days available.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted television scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism during filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected (optional but helpful)

Requirements

• Teens ages 16–18

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Available to work multiple shoot days in the western suburbs

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking extra on a TV set

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard extra pay rates

• Valuable on-set experience with a professional television production

Teen Passenger Background Role

Job Description
A scripted television production is casting teen performers to appear as passengers in multiple scenes. This background role is ideal for teens interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a professional TV series. Talent must be able to commit to multiple shoot days and participate in a possible wardrobe fitting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a passenger in scripted television scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Remain professional and attentive during filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Teens ages 16–18

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Must be available for multiple filming days

• A parent or guardian must be available for coordination and check-in

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Industry-standard background pay

• Professional on-set experience on a television production

Dancers for Pharmaceutical Commercial

Job Description
A professional commercial production is casting experienced dancers for a U.S. pharmaceutical advertisement. This project involves tasteful, intimacy-related subject matter and requires confident performers who can move naturally and express emotion through dance. The production is well-paid and designed for a mature, professional audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed or guided movement for a commercial shoot

• Convey emotion and connection through dance performance

• Work comfortably within an intimacy-themed but professional setting

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

Requirements

• Dancers ages 30–55

• Strong movement or dance background

• Comfortable performing in a pharmaceutical commercial setting

• Professional, reliable, and camera-ready

Compensation

• Well-paid commercial role

• Professional production environment

• Opportunity to appear in a national pharmaceutical advertisement

South Asian Male Teen Actors

Job Description
A professional television production is seeking South Asian male teen actors for upcoming on-screen roles. This opportunity is open to union performers and is ideal for young talent interested in gaining experience on a scripted production set. The project is casting teens who can bring authenticity, confidence, and natural presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured or background teen character in a scripted production

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain focus, professionalism, and energy on set

• Participate in multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• South Asian male teens

• Ages 12–19

• Open to ACTRA and AABP union talent

• Comfortable working on a professional film or television set

• Reliable and available for production needs

Compensation

• Paid acting role

• Union rates apply where applicable

• Valuable on-set experience for young performers

Female Athlete for Educational Video

Job Description
A global educational video project is casting a female athlete for a short K–12 video segment. This role features an athletic performance moment and is ideal for young talent with strong long-jump ability. Filming is brief, professional, and focused on showcasing physical skill in an educational setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a long jump on camera as part of an educational video

• Follow simple on-set direction from the production team

• Present athletic ability clearly and confidently on camera

• Maintain professionalism during a short filming session

Requirements

• Female athlete ages 16–22

• Must be able to long jump approximately 3.5 meters

• Comfortable performing athletic movement on camera

• Available for a short filming commitment

Compensation

• Paid role

• Short filming time (approximately 1–1.5 hours)

• Professional on-set experience for an educational video