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Teen Background Actors Needed for Outdoor Student Scene (Ages 16–19)
Job Description
A production is seeking male and female teen background actors (all ethnicities, ages 16–19) for an outdoor paid student scene. This teen extras casting opportunity is ideal for performers who can look like real students on camera and follow direction on a fast-paced set. Local talent in Chicago and surrounding areas is needed.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a student in an outdoor scene with natural, believable behavior
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Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes
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Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared to work outdoors
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Work professionally with the background team throughout the shoot day
Requirements
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Ages 16–19, male and female, all ethnicities encouraged
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Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago and surrounding areas (IL only)
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Must provide recent color photos showing current hairstyle and overall look
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Grooming guidelines (as required for this scene):
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Current hairstyle/color/cut must match photos
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No beards, no mustaches
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No headshots only (must include clear current photos)
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No sunglasses photos, no hats
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Photos must not crop off hair/head at the edge of the image
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On-set experience is welcome but not required
Compensation
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$132.80 for 8 hours
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Time-and-a-half after 8 hours
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Lunch provided if working the full day
Background Actors Needed for “Chicago Fire” (All Ethnicities, 20s–60s)
Job Description
A production is seeking male and female background actors (all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s) for a TV extras casting opportunity on Chicago Fire. Filming will take place in Chicago on the North Side, outdoors. This is a great fit for local talent looking for background acting jobs and on-set experience on a major TV series.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a neighbor/background character in outdoor TV scenes
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Follow direction from the background team and maintain continuity
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Arrive on time, camera-ready, and ready to work outdoors
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Provide a natural, believable on-camera presence
Requirements
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Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s
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Must be able to work as a local in Chicago and surrounding areas (IL only)
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Must be comfortable filming outdoors on the North Side of Chicago
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If you have not worked in the past two weeks and are not currently scheduled, you may be prioritized
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Must be able to provide recent photos and basic stats if selected
Compensation
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Pay rate will be provided to selected talent
CASTING CALL — Barbershop, 2025
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Barbershop — Commercial Project
ROLES: Barbershop Customer | Fernan | Robert | Stella
SHOOT DATES: Thursday, 12/18/25 through Thursday, 12/18/25
AVAILABILITY: Must be able to work during the season; call time tentatively 12:00 PM (noon)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $132.80/8 + $35 full haircut bump (if hair is cut) OR $10 line-up bump (if hair is cut)
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
BARBERSHOP CUSTOMER
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Primarily male-presenting (female customers may be included)
• Ages: 18–45
• Black talent
• Must have an EP Casting profile to be considered
FERNAN
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Young male
• Hair: Clipper cut & trim
ROBERT
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Male, 40s–50s
• Hair: Scissors cut & trim
STELLA
• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Girl; female/masculine-presenting
• Hair: Bald/short for close clipper cut
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.
**must be able to work hybrid in Chicago**
**please note we’ll begin reviewing applications in the New Year**
What you’ll be doing
Project Delivery
- Develop and lead generation of program ideas and concept development balancing client objectives and budget parameters, engaging cross-functional teams as appropriate
- Establish and ensure processes are followed by team members, review projects for quality assurance purposes and ensure that both internal and client reviews take place
- Work to develop and articulate innovative strategies (challenging existing norms and conventional thinking) to achieve predetermined client strategy goals and objectives
- Effectively negotiate with stakeholders and vendors and build strong relationships
- Proactively address risk management
Client Focus / Relationship Management
- Conversant in client’s business strategy (may start to help frame elements of it) and maintains focus on that strategy and client goals and objectives; look for opportunities to position out-of-scope work as incremental projects
- Able to reframe / guide client expectations
Budget Support
- Can lead complex projects in their entirety while having an overview of all processes and tasks, taking ownership in current processes and accountable for shaping new ones
- Able to budget time – you know how much time it takes to produce and execute along with the roles and responsibilities that accompany it
Team Collaboration
- Work effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams including creative, technical, etc.
If you can do all that, you have what it takes. It might help if…
- 10–15 years of event production experience, able to fully own accounts
- Consumer / B2C event expertise
- Proven leader skilled at managing large teams (20 to 50+) and multi-faceted projects ($3 to $10M+ budgets)
- Strong budgeting, supplier negotiation, and revenue strategy skills
- Excellent client management and relationship building skills
- Positive, solutions-oriented team manager with excellent communication and presentation skills
- Up-to-date on production and experiential trends
- Agency experience
Last, but not least, we believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Jack Morton and Genuine are equal opportunity employers; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
The salary range for this position is from $130,000 to $140,000 (some potential flex). Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
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Neighbor Background Actors for TV Series Exterior Shoot (Chicago Locals Only)
Job Description
A network TV series is casting paid, non-speaking background actors to portray neighbors for an exterior shoot. This opportunity is for Chicago-area locals only, including Chicago, suburbs, and surrounding border states able to work as Illinois locals. Production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 20s to 70s, who can bring natural, everyday neighborhood energy on camera and are available for both shoot days listed in the casting notice.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a neighbor in outdoor background scenes with natural movement and reactions.
- Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.
- Maintain a camera-ready look and professional set etiquette throughout filming.
- Provide accurate wardrobe sizing details to support costuming needs.
Requirements
- Men and women, all ethnicities, ages 20s–70s.
- Must be a Chicago-area local (Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states working as IL locals).
- Must be available for both required work dates listed in the casting notice.
- Must not have worked on the show very recently and must not be currently scheduled for a future date (per casting notice).
- Able to provide a recent color photo and full measurements/sizes for wardrobe.
- Must share whether you’ve worked on the show before and, if so, the last time.
Compensation
- Paid non-speaking background role (rate shared upon selection).
Hospital Scene Extras for TV Series (Chicago Area Locals Only)
Job Description
A network TV series is casting paid background actors for a hospital shoot. This opportunity is for local talent only in Chicago, the suburbs, and surrounding border states able to work as Illinois locals. Production is seeking men and women of all ethnicities, ages 20s to 70s, for non-speaking extra roles in a fast-paced set environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray hospital environment background (patients, visitors, staff atmosphere) in non-speaking roles.
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Follow on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.
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Remain camera-ready and maintain professional set etiquette throughout filming.
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Provide accurate wardrobe sizing details to support costuming needs.
Requirements
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Men and women, all ethnicities, ages 20s–70s.
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Must be a Chicago-area local (Chicago, suburbs, or nearby border states working as IL locals).
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Must not have worked on the show very recently and must not be currently scheduled for a future date (per casting notice).
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Able to provide a recent color photo and full measurements/sizes for wardrobe.
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Must share whether you’ve worked on the show before and, if so, the last time.
Compensation
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Paid non-speaking background role (rate shared upon selection).
Caucasian Male Extra Needed for Dressed Firefighter Role (Chicago Area)
Job Description
A paid, non-speaking background role is seeking a Caucasian male to portray a dressed firefighter for a Chicago-area production. Talent should match specific physical specs and have a clean, professional look. This is a local-hire opportunity for Chicago, the suburbs, and nearby border states to Illinois.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a dressed firefighter as background talent in a non-speaking scene
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Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout filming
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Arrive camera-ready, clean-shaven, and prepared for wardrobe fitting/continuity needs
Requirements
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Caucasian male, clean-shaven, short dark hair
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Age range: 20s to 50s
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Height: 5’11” to 6’2”
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Weight: 175 to 210
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Must be able to work locally in Chicago, IL (including suburbs and surrounding border states to IL)
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Must be available for a Monday work date
Compensation
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Paid background role (rate not specified)
CASTING CALL — 4 STAR CASTING FUTURE PROJECTS, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: 4 Star Casting Future Projects — Upcoming Shows
ROLES: Infant (6–8 months) | Twins (6–8 months) | Quadruplets (6–8 months)
SHOOT DATES: TBD through TBD (upcoming shows)
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for upcoming productions (dates/call times TBD)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $250 / 4 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
INFANT (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for the minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs
TWINS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs
QUADRUPLETS (6–8 MONTHS)
• Age: 6–8 months (not younger than 6 months)
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Primarily African American, but all will be considered
• Must have a current work permit for each minor
• Must be local to Chicago and surrounding suburbs
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.
CASTING CALL — THE BEAR, SEASON 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In – Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Monday 12/15 through Tuesday 12/16
AVAILABILITY: Open availability requested for the remainder of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
STAND-IN – NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6”
• T-Shirt Size: XXL or 3XL
• Must closely match photo reference
Stand-in experience preferred.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.
Paid Firefighter Extra (Non-Speaking Role)
Job Description
A production is seeking a paid background actor to portray an ND firefighter in a non-speaking extra role. This opportunity is ideal for talent looking for paid extras work, background acting, and on-camera fire department roles in a professional set environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a firefighter in a non-speaking background scene
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Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity throughout filming
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Arrive on time, ready to work, and remain available for the full shoot
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Provide accurate wardrobe sizes and work details when requested
Requirements
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Male, Caucasian, clean-shaven
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Ages 30s–40s
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Dark short hair (some gray is okay)
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Height: 5’11” to 6’2”
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Weight: 175–200 lbs
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Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states (Illinois only)
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Able to provide a recent color photo plus height, weight, age, phone number, city/state, and clothing sizes
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Clothing sizes needed: jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe
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If applicable, share when you last worked on Chicago Fire
Compensation
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Paid background role (details provided upon booking)