Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Big Time Feature Film Casting: Senior Couple and Waitress

Job Description
A new independent feature film is casting background actors for featured roles in Chicago. The production is seeking a senior couple and a waitress for scenes that will be heavily featured, making this a strong opportunity for performers looking to gain meaningful on-camera time in a feature film. Talent may apply as a pair or individually, depending on the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a senior couple or waitress in featured background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team to support scene action and tone
• Maintain continuity across takes (movement, reactions, wardrobe consistency)
• Arrive prepared, on time, and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago
• Senior couple: screen age 65+ (can apply as a pair or solo)
• Waitress: screen age 45–65
• Comfortable working on a film set and taking direction
• Reliable, punctual, and able to provide current photos upon request

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

Paid TV Extras for Special Episode

Job Description
A special episode of a network television drama is seeking paid extras for multiple shoot days. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience, professional set exposure, and the chance to be featured in a high-energy production. Casting is open to a wide range of looks, and all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a non-speaking extra in scripted scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe and actions across multiple takes

• Arrive on time, stay attentive, and remain professional throughout the day

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 18–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be available for all required shoot dates (multi-day booking)

• Must be a local hire to Chicago and nearby suburbs, including surrounding border states to Illinois

• Must have a current color photo that reflects your present hair and facial hair

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Featured Non-Speaking Hospital Patient Role for African American Men

Job Description
A television production is seeking African American men in their 70s for a featured, non-speaking hospital scene portraying a dying patient. This role is a strong opportunity for talent who can convey emotion and realism on camera without dialogue. Local hires only, with casting prioritizing current photos for director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hospital patient in a featured, non-speaking scene

• Follow direction closely to maintain emotional realism and continuity

• Remain camera-ready and able to hold position through multiple takes

• Work professionally and respectfully on a busy set

Requirements

• African American men, appears in 70s

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

• Comfortable performing a featured non-speaking role in a hospital setting

• Must provide current color photos that reflect present hair length and facial hair

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Featured Non-Speaking Nurse Extra Roles for TV Hospital Scene

Job Description
A television production is seeking male and female talent to portray nurses in a featured, non-speaking hospital scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who can bring a professional, believable medical presence to camera while working in a fast-paced set environment. Casting is open to a wide range of looks, and all ethnicities are encouraged to apply. Local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nurse in a featured, non-speaking hospital scene

• Follow direction closely to maintain continuity across takes

• Perform natural background actions appropriate for a medical setting

• Remain camera-ready, attentive, and professional throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male and female talent, appears 20s–50s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

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

• Comfortable performing a featured non-speaking role in a hospital environment

• Must provide current color photos reflecting present hair length and facial hair

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (rate provided upon selection)

CASTING CALL — WGN Daytime & Spotlight: The Heartland Roadshow (2026)

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: WGN Daytime & Spotlight: The Heartland Roadshow

ROLES: Business Professional

SHOOT DATES: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Daytime availability required

LOCATION: Arlington Heights Area, IL

RATE: $200/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Business Professional

• Gender: Male or Female

• Age Range: 40–65

• Ethnicity: All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Look: Professional, corporate, business-appropriate appearance

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Job Description

A production is casting male and female non-speaking extras to appear as a featured Nurse in a hospital scene. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, and surrounding border states to Illinois. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Nurse in a featured, non-speaking background role.

• Follow direction from the director and on-set team to support the scene’s realism and continuity.

• Maintain a professional, set-ready attitude and be camera-ready throughout filming.

• Provide accurate wardrobe sizing details to support costuming needs.

Requirements

• Males and females, all ethnicities, 20s to 50s.

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

• Must be comfortable working as a featured non-speaking extra in a hospital setting.

• Must submit a recent color photo that reflects your current look (current hair length and facial hair, if applicable).

• Male sizing details: suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe size

• Female sizing details: T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe size

Compensation Details
This is a paid featured non-speaking extra opportunity. Specific pay rate was not provided in the casting notice.

Job Description

A special episode is seeking paid, non-speaking background actors (extras) from the Western Suburbs of Chicago. Casting is open to males and females, all ethnicities, ages 18–70. Talent must be local to the Chicago area and able to work a multi-day shoot. Submissions will be reviewed based on photo, availability, and provided sizing details.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background roles as directed in a non-speaking capacity.

• Follow on-set instructions from the director and production team.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a professional attitude throughout filming.

• Wear appropriate wardrobe based on your provided sizes (production may assign wardrobe needs).

• Remain available for all required workdays for continuity.

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–70.

• All ethnicities welcome.

• Must be local to the Western Suburbs of Chicago / surrounding Illinois area.

• Must be available for all required shoot days (multi-day commitment required).

• Must submit a recent color photo that reflects your current look (including current hair length and facial hair, if applicable).

• Male sizing details: suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe size

• Female sizing details: T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe size

Compensation Details
This is a paid background acting opportunity. Specific rate details were not provided in the casting notice.

Job Description

A production in the Chicago area is seeking African American men in their 70s for a featured, non-speaking extra role portraying a dying patient in a hospital scene. Talent must be local to the Chicago area (including suburbs and surrounding border states to Illinois) and able to provide requested photos and details for director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a non-speaking featured background role as a hospital patient.

• Follow on-set direction from the director and crew.

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence during filming.

• Provide accurate wardrobe sizing and appearance details as requested.

Requirements

• African American men, age range: 70s.

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (Illinois-area locals only).

• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking featured background role.

• Must submit a recent color photo showing current hair length and facial hair (photos will be shown to the director).

Compensation Details
Compensation was not provided in the casting notice.

Job Description
A Chicago-based production is casting couples for a short, paid shoot. Real couples or actors applying as a couple are welcome. Casting is seeking authentic chemistry and natural performances for on-camera scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple on camera in a short scene (2–3 hours).

• Follow simple on-set direction and maintain continuity during filming.

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared to work within the scheduled time window.

Requirements

• Women to portray a lesbian couple (real couple or actors applying together).

• Men to portray a gay couple (real couple or actors applying together).

• Older couple (real couple or actors applying together), ages 55–90.

• Must be able to work as a couple pair (apply together).

• Submission must include: 3 photos, height, sizes, phone number, and Instagram.

• Email your submission to: millticketlala@gmail.com

Compensation Details

• $200 each person

• Estimated time: 2–3 hours

Job Description

Looking for a short actor demo scene for an actor reel project and is seeking a scene partner. This is a paid, non-union opportunity featuring a “frat brother” type scene. Talent should be comfortable performing in a short scripted scene designed specifically for an acting reel.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a scene partner in a short scripted demo scene.

• Take direction from the production team to achieve the intended tone and pacing.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to film.

• Provide required submission materials (reel, headshot, and resume).

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 19–25.

• Non-union.

• Must fit a “frat brother” scene type.

• Must have a headshot to be considered.

• Must have a reel (preferred) and resume.

• Must be able to work locally with reliable transportation.

Compensation Details

• $100 (paid role)