Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Featured Extras for Aide Roles

Job Description
Casting is now open for featured, non-speaking extras to portray aide types in a hit TV series. Talent will appear in business attire, contributing to realistic and professional scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set in character as an aide type

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the filming date

Requirements

• Males, 20s–30s, all ethnicities

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

• Must provide a recent color photo wearing a business suit (no headshots, comp cards, sunglasses, hats, or cropped photos)

• Current hair color and style must match submission photo

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

• Includes wardrobe fitting session prior to filming

Male Stand-In Needed for Chicago Fire

Job Description
The hit TV series Chicago Fire is seeking a male stand-in for upcoming filming in Chicago, IL. This role involves working closely with the production crew to light and camera block scenes in place of the actor. The same talent is needed for all scheduled filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera blocking

• Match the height and complexion of the actor

• Maintain professionalism and follow crew instructions on set

• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Male, Latino or Asian

• Dark hair

• Height: 5’11” to 6’1”

• Weight: 175–200 lbs

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

• Available for all three filming dates: August 18, August 20, and August 22

• Provide recent color photo (no shoes for height), along with full clothing sizes and contact information

• Prior stand-in or extra experience is a plus

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role

• Three-day booking

Campaign Staff Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is seeking background talent to portray campaign staff members for a local candidate. This role requires individuals who can embody a polished, professional look that fits a business casual or office-professional environment. The setting will be a downtown campaign office, so an upscale and refined presence is essential.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray professional campaign staff in a busy office setting

• Follow on-set directions to maintain scene continuity

• Bring a confident, businesslike demeanor to the role

• Wear business casual or office-professional wardrobe that fits the production’s style

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18–40

• Must provide clear photos in multiple professional or business casual outfits

• Must own and bring appropriate wardrobe (costume department will not supply for everyone)

Compensation

• $132.80 for an 8-hour day

Partygoer Background Actor Casting Call

Job Description
A major television production is seeking background talent to portray partygoers at an exclusive “invite-only” house party scene. This role is open to energetic, stylish individuals who can bring a trendy, upscale atmosphere to life on screen. Talent should be comfortable with late-night filming and able to deliver authentic, natural performances in a lively party setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fashionable party guest with natural, engaging energy

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Maintain consistency in movement and behavior for continuity

• Work during late-night hours into early morning as required

• For couples applying: perform comfortable on-camera interactions, including light physical affection

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18–30s

• Must be a high school graduate and not currently enrolled in classes

• Trendy, fashion-forward appearance

• Comfortable working overnight shoots

• Real-life couples encouraged to apply together for couple scenes

Compensation

• $132.80 for an 8-hour day

Casting Call – Police Types for TV Series

Job Description
A major TV series is seeking men and women to portray police types in non-speaking background roles for an upcoming shoot in the Chicago, IL area. This is a great opportunity for talent to gain on-set experience in a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic police types in a casual setting (police bar scene)

• Follow all on-set directions and maintain professionalism throughout filming

• Wear current hairstyle/color in submitted photos for director review

Requirements

• Ages 20s to 60s, all ethnicities

• Men: Short hair, no facial hair

• Women: Police type appearance

• Must be a local hire in Chicago, IL, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• No headshots, comp cards, sunglasses, hats, or edited photos in submissions

• Must provide complete clothing sizes in submission

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call – Police Types for TV Series

Job Description
A major TV series is seeking men and women to portray police types in non-speaking background roles for an upcoming shoot in the Chicago, IL area. This is a great opportunity for talent to gain on-set experience in a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic police types in a casual setting (police bar scene)

• Follow all on-set directions and maintain professionalism throughout filming

• Wear current hairstyle/color in submitted photos for director review

Requirements

• Ages 20s to 60s, all ethnicities

• Men: Short hair, no facial hair

• Women: Police type appearance

• Must be a local hire in Chicago, IL, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• No headshots, comp cards, sunglasses, hats, or edited photos in submissions

• Must provide complete clothing sizes in submission

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call for Aide Types in Hit TV Series

Job Description
A popular TV series is seeking males and females in their 20s–30s of all ethnicities to portray professional aide types in featured, non-speaking roles. This is an exciting opportunity for those who can bring authenticity and presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional aide type in a TV production

• Wear a business suit for the role

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professional demeanor throughout filming

• Participate in a scheduled wardrobe fitting before filming

Requirements

• Ages 20s–30s, all ethnicities

• Must be a local hire in Illinois (Chicago, suburbs, and surrounding border states)

• Must submit a recent color photograph in a business suit, showing current hair color and style

• No headshots, comp cards, sunglasses, hats, or photos with other people

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

Casting Call for Featured Non-Speaking Extras – Aide Roles

Job Description
A major television production is seeking male and female talent in their 20s–30s of all ethnicities to portray aide types in featured, non-speaking roles. These roles require a professional business appearance, as you will be dressed in a business suit for the scene. Filming will take place in Chicago, with a wardrobe fitting scheduled prior to the shoot date.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional aide in a featured background role

• Wear business attire as directed for the role

• Follow on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout filming and fitting

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–30s, all ethnicities

• Must own or be able to wear a professional business suit

• Current hair color and style must match your submitted photo

• No hats, sunglasses, or photos with other people; no headshots or comp cards

• Must be a local hire in the Chicago, IL area or surrounding border states

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (rate provided upon casting)

Casting Call for Police Types as Non-Speaking Extras on “Chicago Fire”

Job Description
The production of Chicago Fire is seeking men and women local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states to Illinois for non-speaking extra roles portraying police types. Filming will take place on Monday, August 18th, for a police bar scene. This opportunity is perfect for those with a professional look who can convincingly fit a law enforcement role.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a non-speaking police type extra

• Dress in casual attire unless you are actual law enforcement, in which case you may wear a real police uniform

• Follow on-set directions to maintain scene authenticity and continuity

• Be punctual and prepared with the required wardrobe details submitted in advance

Requirements

• Men (20s–30s, all ethnicities) with short hair, no facial hair

• Women (20s–40s, all ethnicities)

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

• Provide recent, clear photos showing current hairstyle and no headshots, comp cards, blurry, cropped, or group photos

• Indicate the last time you worked on Chicago Fire, if applicable

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)

Real Medics and EMTs – Male and Female

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking real medics and EMTs to appear in an upcoming television production. This opportunity is open to male and female talent of all ethnicities who can bring authenticity to their roles in a high-intensity setting. Talent should be between the ages of 20 and 40 and must be able to provide a professional, realistic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medic or EMT authentically on screen

• Wear your own professional uniform for filming

• Follow direction from the production team for scene accuracy and continuity

• Be available for a full day of filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–40, all ethnicities

• Men: short hair; mustaches allowed but no beards

• Must submit a recent color photo with current hairstyle and hair color (no blurry images or headshots)

• Must be local or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours plus time and a half after 8 hours

• Additional $25 special ability rate