Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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- IL
- Illinois
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert:
Searching for:
- LATINA
- AFRICAN AMERICAN
- ASIAN
- TEENS to age 22,
To work as our GIRLS ON FIRE, as firefighter trainees, on our next episode of Chicago Fire.
The date is TBD, but sometimes within the next two weeks.
This will be an outside scene working through a training course (running, pulling, jumping, etc.) You will have a great time, if chosen!!
NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ CastiLocal to Chicago, Suburbs, and Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- PED WITH CARS
To work on Wed., March 29th and go to a Covid test on Monday, March 27th on Chicago Fire.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert:
SEARCHING FOR:
- REAL FIREFIGHTERS,
- OR FIREFIGHTER TRAINEES,
- OR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
- Ages 18 to 45.
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE and searching for REAL FF’S/TRAINEES/FF VOLUNTEERS (all ethnicities, male and female, ages 18 to 45, TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd.
This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles! If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
We love casting real FF’s as we want it to be REAL with great attention to actual FF energy and movements.
Some of our real firefighters/medics have been working with us for over ten years… it’s amazing. It is an honor to work with our first responders.
Send a current photograph with your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes, plus phone number and city you are from to:
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- REAL NURSES to submit for a featured non-speaking role to FILM ON THURSDAY, MARCH 30TH, with a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Wed., March 29th. This is for Chicago Fire!
- We need to show pictures to the director and she will choose a REAL NURSE to work in a scene for a one-day shoot on Chicago Fire.
- The real nurse rate, if chosen, is $190/8 hours and time and a half after 8 hours.
Qualifications
- Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Understanding of the creative process including video, print, digital and socialdisciplines.
- Ability to develop and execute big ideas and bring them to life.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and process.
- Portfolio that demonstrates all of the above
Additional Information
Expectation for In-Person Collaboration:In the agency on Tuesday’s & Thursday’s (minimum, may increase to 3 days/week)
Leo Burnett
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- REAL FIREFIGHTERS AND
- REAL MEDICS
- MALES AND FEMALES,
- ALL ETHNICITIES,
To work on Chicago Fire on Tuesday, March 28th. You will need to Covid test (takes about one hour) on Monday, March 27th.
CASTING SEARCH OR A MAJOR TV NETWORK
We are casting a role in a Network TV Pilot. No professional acting experience is needed.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTION:
- 12-15 YEARS OLD BLACK TEEN BOYS
- ENGLISH SPEAKER
- ENERGETIC, CHARISMATIC, HUSKLER SIZE
THIS ROLE WILL REHEARSE AND SHOOT IN CHICAGO IL, THROUGHOUT APRIL 2023
- Hong Kong/China
- Taiwan
- Singapore region
- and Korea
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and the Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert
Searching for a:
- MALE CAUCASIAN,
- LIGHT/MED BROWN HAIR, DARK BLOND, BEARD OR NO BEARD
- 5’9 to 6
- 20s to ’40s
- slight to medium build
To work as a stand-in (same height and coloring as an actor to use to light and camera blocks the set) on Friday, March 17th.
Standin rate is $167/8 hours and time and a half after 8 hours. You will receive a check about two weeks later.
You will need to test before set (covid testing opens at 6 am and closes at 2 pm), then your time to work is at 4:30 PM. You will be working until dawn!!
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert:
Searching for an:
- AFRICAN AMERICAN
- FEMALE
- 5’2 to 5’4″
- Slim to medium build
- Dark hair
Who can work as a STANDIN (same height and coloring as actor to use in place of the actor to light and camera block the set) on Thursday., March 23rd, Friday, March 24th.
You will need to take a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Tuesday, March 21st, or Wed., March 22nd.
The stand in rate of pay is $167/8 hours and time and a half after 8 hours. A check is mailed about two weeks later. A lunch is provided if you work all day.
Covid test rate is: $83.50/4 hours
Chicago Casting Call: Be Part of Hulu’s The Bear Season 4
Are you based in Chicago and ready to be part of a hit TV series? The Bear, Hulu’s critically acclaimed show set in the heart of the city, is now casting local background actors and kitchen staff for its upcoming fourth season!
Filming will take place on location in Chicago, and the production is actively seeking real locals to help bring the story to life. Whether you’re an actor, a culinary professional, or just a fan of the series looking for your shot — this is your chance to join the action.
Now Casting Locals in Chicago
Casting Directors are looking for:
- Chicago-based talent only (must be local to the area)
- Background actors and kitchen staff for various roles
Featured Roles Include:
- Kitchen Staff: Line cooks, dishwashers, sous chefs, pastry chefs, and more. Real culinary experience is a big plus!
- Theater Attendees: Extras to portray audience members for specific scenes — no acting experience required.
About the Show
Set in Chicago, The Bear follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young chef who returns home to run his family’s sandwich shop. The show has received widespread praise for its authenticity, intensity, and raw storytelling — especially its portrayal of the high-pressure restaurant world.
Season 4 will take the story even deeper, and this is your opportunity to be part of it in your own city.
How to Apply
Step 1: Sign Up on Project Casting
Create your free profile at ProjectCasting.com and make sure to:
- Upload a professional photo or headshot
- List any acting or culinary experience
- Highlight your availability and Chicago location
Step 2: Look for The Bear Season 4 Casting Calls
Search for the latest casting notices specific to The Bear and select roles that match your experience or interest.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Follow the directions on each casting notice. Some roles may require a self-tape or in-person availability. Culinary roles may ask for experience or certifications.
Pro Tip: Familiarize yourself with The Bear‘s tone by watching past episodes — it’ll help you understand the world you’ll be stepping into.
Filming Begins Soon — Don’t Miss Out
Casting is ongoing, and filming is expected to begin in early 2025 right here in Chicago. Keep checking Project Casting for the latest updates and open roles.
Ready to Join One of TV’s Hottest Shows?
Whether you’re a seasoned actor, a chef with on-the-line experience, or just looking to get on set — this is your chance to work on a major production filming right in your hometown.
- Apply now through Project Casting and take the first step toward being part of The Bear Season 4.