Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Female Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a female stand-in for paid production work in Chicago, Illinois. Casting is looking for talent who can closely match the required physical appearance and work as a stand-in for a child performer. The selected stand-in will assist with lighting, camera setup, and blocking while the production prepares scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a child performer on “Chicago Fire.”
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene preparation.
• Follow blocking and positioning instructions from the production team.
• Remain attentive and available throughout the filming day.
• Maintain consistent positioning for lighting and camera setups.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Ages 20s–30s.
• Blonde hair or light brown hair.
• Approximately 5’0″–5’4″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Must be comfortable standing in for a child performer.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience is a plus.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states of Illinois.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Police Officers, SWAT and EMT Background Actors

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking paid background actors to portray Chicago Police Department officers, SWAT team members, and EMTs in an action-packed outdoor incident scene. This opportunity is open to local talent from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby Illinois border states. Real police experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer, SWAT team member, or EMT in an outdoor incident scene.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform natural background action appropriate to emergency response scenes.
• Maintain a professional attitude and remain prepared for an active filming environment.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Men must be clean-shaven with short hair for police officer, SWAT, and EMT roles.
• Women ages 20–50 are being considered for police officer and EMT roles.
• Women of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience portraying police or emergency personnel is welcome but not required.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must be dependable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• Paid non-speaking extra roles.

Real Police Officers for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real male and female police officers for paid, non-speaking background roles. The selected talent will portray law enforcement officers during an outdoor incident scene featuring significant action. This opportunity is open to qualified talent local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform realistic law enforcement background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during action-focused scenes.
• Remain available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• Real male and female police officers.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must have full availability for both required filming days.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• $50 pay bump.

Real Police Officers for TV Drama

Job Description

A television drama filming in Chicago is seeking real male and female police officers for paid, non-speaking background roles. Talent will portray law enforcement during an outdoor incident scene featuring significant on-screen action. This opportunity is open to qualified performers from Chicago, nearby suburbs, and surrounding states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform natural law enforcement background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism during an extended production day.
• Be available for the full required filming schedule.

Requirements

• Real male and female police officers.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be available for both required production days.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• $50 pay bump.

Job Description

Vintage Frills is casting local models for an upcoming fashion show in Chicago. The brand is looking for unique, stylish, and expressive individuals who can bring its unconventional aesthetic to the runway. No previous modeling experience is required, making this an opportunity for new models looking to build their portfolio as well as experienced talent interested in adding new runway work.

Job Responsibilities

• Model Vintage Frills looks during the fashion show.
• Walk the runway with confidence and personality.
• Follow styling, wardrobe, and runway direction from the creative team.
• Represent the brand’s distinctive fashion aesthetic professionally.

Requirements

• No previous modeling experience required.
• Open to new and experienced models.
• Must be local to the Chicago area.
• Comfortable modeling distinctive and unconventional fashion.

Compensation

• $50 Vintage Frills shop credit.
• Professional runway photos provided.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a young girl to work as a photo double for the character Ali. The selected child will stand in for the principal actor during wide shots, insert shots, and other scenes where a matching double is required. This is a paid, non-speaking opportunity for a child who closely matches the requested physical characteristics and can work comfortably on a professional television set. A studio teacher will provide three hours of schooling on set each filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the photo double for the Ali character.
• Perform simple positioning and movements according to production direction.
• Appear in wide shots, insert shots, and other required footage.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting.
• Maintain consistent hair and appearance throughout production.

Requirements

• Girl, ages 7–10.
• Caucasian.
• Height: 4’5″–4’8″.
• Weight: 60–78 lbs.
• Blonde hair.
• Must closely match the actor’s build, complexion, and hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must have a Joan Philo Casting work permit or be able to obtain one.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 6 hours.
• Paid, non-speaking role.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is casting a child photo double to match the appearance of the actor portraying Jeremy. The selected child will be used in wide shots, insert shots, and other scenes where a closely matched double is needed in place of the principal actor. This is a non-speaking role requiring a child who closely matches the specified height, weight, complexion, and hair characteristics. A studio teacher will provide three hours of schooling on set each filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for the Jeremy character.
• Match the principal actor’s positioning and movements as directed.
• Appear in wide shots, insert shots, and other required scenes.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting.
• Maintain consistent hairstyle and appearance throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 6–9.
• Caucasian.
• Height: 3’9″–4’3″.
• Weight: 45–55 lbs.
• Blonde or medium-dark hair.
• Must closely match the actor’s overall build, complexion, and hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must have a Joan Philo Casting work permit or be able to obtain one.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 6 hours.
• Paid, non-speaking role.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a Latino male stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago. The selected talent will stand in for a principal actor during lighting, camera setups, and blocking, so a close match in height, weight, complexion, and hair color is important. Production is looking for a dark-haired male with a suitable physical match who can work comfortably through a potentially long day on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during camera and lighting setups.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions from the crew.
• Help production establish lighting, framing, and camera placement.
• Maintain consistent positioning during technical setups.
• Remain available for the full production day as required.

Requirements

• Male, Latino.
• Ages 30–50.
• Dark hair.
• Height: 5’9″–5’11”.
• Weight: 175–185 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s general complexion and hair color.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience should be included when applying.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago. The production is looking for a Caucasian man with greyish hair who closely matches the principal actor’s height, weight, complexion, and hair color. The selected stand-in will work with the camera and lighting departments during technical setups and blocking. Previous stand-in or on-set background experience should be noted when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and setups.
• Work closely with camera, lighting, and production crew.
• Remain available for a potentially 12-hour production day.

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian.
• Ages 40–60.
• Greyish hair.
• Height: 5’8″–5’10”.
• Weight: 170–195 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s general complexion and hair color.
• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience should be included when applying.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Female Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in to assist with lighting, camera blocking, and production setups. This paid television stand-in opportunity is looking for talent who closely matches the required physical characteristics of a cast member and can work professionally during long production days in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a cast member during television production.
• Assist the lighting and camera departments with scene setups.
• Follow blocking and positioning instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistent marks and positioning between setups.
• Remain attentive and available throughout potentially long filming days.
• Work professionally with the production crew and other stand-ins.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Dark hair or reddish dark hair.
• Approximately 5’6″–5’8″.
• Approximately 145–170 lbs.
• Must closely match the height, build, complexion, and hair color of the actor.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous stand-in or on-set background experience is preferred.
• Must be comfortable with early call times and approximately 12-hour production days.

Compensation

• $192 for up to 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.