Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Newborn Baby Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is seeking newborn babies for paid background roles in an upcoming shoot in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for Caucasian or Latino/Latina newborns, including twins and single babies, to appear in featured scenes. Productions are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment, with a baby nurse on set and limited working hours for newborn talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a newborn background performer in television scenes.
• Work under the supervision of parents or guardians and the production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming while following on-set safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino/Latina newborns.
• Twins and single newborns are welcome.
• Must be a local hire in the Chicago area or surrounding eligible locations.
• Must be eligible to obtain the required Illinois newborn work permit.

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours of work.

TV Extras Casting Call

Job Description

A television production is seeking paid background extras to work on an upcoming shoot in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for men and women between the ages of 20 and 40 of all ethnicities to portray non-speaking background characters. This is a great opportunity for both experienced and first-time extras to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be available to work a full production day, including evening hours if required.

Requirements

• Ages 20–40.
• Open to all genders.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be a local hire in the Chicago area or surrounding eligible locations.
• Previous background acting experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation

• $136.40 for up to 8 hours.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.

Job Description

Chicago Fire is casting a featured non-speaking ER doctor for an upcoming episode filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are seeking men with a professional appearance to portray a physician in hospital scenes. This paid featured extra opportunity is open to local talent in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and neighboring border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured ER doctor in a hospital scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain a professional medical appearance throughout the shoot.
• Remain available for a full filming day, including potential late-night wrap.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–50.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Professional appearance suitable for portraying a doctor.
• Submit a recent color photo showing your current hairstyle and facial hair.
• Must not already be booked for the same Chicago Fire episode.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours, plus time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Typical filming day is approximately 12 hours.

Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description

A television series filming in the Chicago area is casting a paid stand-in for an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking a Caucasian male who closely matches the featured actor’s height, weight, complexion, and hair color. Previous stand-in or background experience is a plus for this opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup.
• Match the actor’s positioning and movements as directed by the crew.
• Follow instructions from the camera and lighting departments.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the production.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 30–60.
• Height between 5’6″ and 5’9″.
• Dark or grayish hair.
• Weight between 135–200 lbs.
• Similar complexion to the principal actor.
• Previous stand-in or background experience is preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity.

Featured Trauma Patient Extra for TV Series

Job Description

A television series filming in Chicago is casting a featured non-speaking trauma patient for an upcoming hospital scene. Casting directors are looking for male performers who can portray a realistic patient with special effects makeup depicting a head injury. This featured background role is ideal for talent comfortable with dramatic scenes and long filming days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured trauma patient in a hospital scene.
• Wear special effects makeup simulating a head injury.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–35.
• All ethnicities.
• Comfortable wearing movie blood and special effects makeup.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Compensation

• Featured role: $165 for 8 hours, plus time and one-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours.

Featured Extra Bartender for TV Series

Job Description

A featured extra casting opportunity is now available for experienced bartenders to appear in a non-speaking role for a television series filming in the Chicago area. Casting directors are looking for men and women, ages 30 to 50, of all ethnicities, who can authentically portray a real bartender in a featured scene. Selected talent may also be invited for a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured bartender in a non-speaking television scene.
• Perform realistic bartending duties during filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–50.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be available for evening filming that may extend into late-night hours.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.

Job Description

Jamaican Mango & Lime is looking for Behind-the-Scenes Technical Support team members to help power its TikTok Live operations in Illinois. This hands-on role is ideal for candidates interested in livestream technology, production support, and maintaining seamless broadcasts. Join a growing beauty brand while building valuable technical production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Support technical operations during TikTok Live broadcasts.
• Assist with production equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Help maintain smooth livestream performance.
• Coordinate with hosts and production staff during live sessions.
• Ensure production systems are ready before each broadcast.

Requirements

• Available for in-person live production sessions.
• Technical support or livestream production experience is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Interest in video production and live event technology.

Compensation

• Not specified.

Job Description

Jamaican Mango & Lime is hiring Junior Videographers to support its growing TikTok Live production team in Illinois. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring video professionals who want hands-on experience producing livestreams, capturing high-quality content, and working alongside a creative beauty brand. Successful candidates will help ensure engaging broadcasts and professional production quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with filming and producing TikTok Live sessions.
• Set up cameras, lighting, and basic production equipment.
• Capture high-quality video content for live broadcasts.
• Support the production team before, during, and after livestreams.
• Help maintain smooth and professional production workflows.

Requirements

• Available for in-person production sessions.
• Experience with video production or content creation is a plus.
• Familiarity with cameras and basic production equipment preferred.
• Eager to gain hands-on production experience.

Compensation

• Not specified.