Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

EMTs Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A hit television drama is seeking men and women to portray EMTs for an outdoor incident scene filming in the Chicago area. This paid background acting opportunity calls for talent who can create a believable emergency-response atmosphere during a busy action sequence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT during an outdoor emergency incident scene.
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a realistic emergency responder presence on camera.
• Participate professionally in an action-focused exterior scene.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Seeking men and women to portray EMTs.
• Women should appear to be in their 20s to 50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men should be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous EMT experience is not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

SWAT Officers Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A popular television drama is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair to portray SWAT officers during an outdoor incident scene in the Chicago area. This paid background acting role is ideal for talent who can deliver a convincing tactical and law enforcement presence during an action-heavy production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a SWAT officer during an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform as background talent in an action-focused television sequence.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Maintain a professional and authentic tactical presence on camera.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the scene.

Requirements

• Seeking men to portray SWAT officers.
• Must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous police, tactical, or similar background acting experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

CPD Officers Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A hit television drama is seeking men and women to portray Chicago Police Department officers in an outdoor incident scene filming in the Chicago area. This paid background acting opportunity is open to local talent who can bring an authentic law enforcement presence to an action-focused scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CPD officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a professional and believable law enforcement presence on camera.
• Be prepared for an active exterior scene with significant background action.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Men and women who can portray CPD officers.
• Women should appear to be in their 20s to 50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men should be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous experience portraying a police officer is helpful but not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

Business Commuters, Casual Commuters, Joggers, and Pedestrians for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors for non-speaking extra roles in Chicago. The production is looking for talent to portray business commuters, casual commuters, joggers, and pedestrians in upcoming scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in assigned “Chicago Fire” scenes.
• Portray a business commuter, casual commuter, jogger, or pedestrian.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity and natural background movement during filming.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 20s–70s.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be local to Chicago, the Chicago suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must not have recently worked or already be scheduled for an upcoming episode of “Chicago Fire.”
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role.
• Reliable and able to work approximately 12-hour production days.

Compensation

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

CASTING CALL — YA ROMANTIC COMEDY FEATURE FILM, 2026

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: YA Romantic Comedy Feature Film

ROLES: Stand-In #4

SHOOT DATES: September 10 through September 15

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the projected filming dates of September 10, September 14, and September 15

LOCATION: Northbrook, Illinois

RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN #4

• Gender: Male
• Age: 18–40
• Height: 6’1″
• Must have stand-in experience.

Stand-in experience required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Child Photo Double for PD Ali

Job Description

A Chicago-area television production is seeking a child photo double for the role of PD Ali. This paid, non-speaking opportunity is for a girl who closely matches the actor’s build, complexion, and hair. The selected child will appear in wide shots and insert shots in place of the principal actor and must be able to work locally in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a child photo double for the PD Ali role.
• Match the principal actor’s appearance for wide and insert shots.
• Participate in required schooling and filming activities.
• Remain professional and comfortable working on a television set.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Complete required on-set schooling while working.

Requirements

• Seeking a Caucasian girl.
• Ages 8–10.
• Height between 4’5″ and 4’8″.
• Weight between 60 and 78 lbs.
• Blonde hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for all required production days.
• Guardian must also be available throughout the required production schedule.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 6 hours.

Child Photo Double for PD Jeremy

Job Description

A Chicago-area television production is seeking a child photo double for the role of PD Jeremy. This is a paid, non-speaking opportunity for a boy who closely matches the actor’s appearance and can work locally in Chicago. A photo double should closely resemble the actor in build, complexion, and hair for wide shots and insert shots.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a child photo double for the PD Jeremy role.
• Match the appearance of the principal actor for wide and insert shots.
• Participate in required rehearsal, schooling, and filming.
• Remain professional and attentive while working on set.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Complete required on-set schooling while working.

Requirements

• Seeking a Caucasian boy.
• Ages 7–9.
• Height between 3’9″ and 4’3″.
• Weight between 45 and 55 lbs.
• Blonde to medium-dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for all required production days.
• Guardian must also be available throughout the required production schedule.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 6 hours.

Experienced Male Bartender for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking an experienced male bartender for a non-speaking background role in Molly’s Bar scenes. This paid TV casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities who have real bartending experience and can confidently perform authentic bar service actions on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in Molly’s Bar scenes on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform realistic bartending and bar service actions on camera.
• Handle typical bartender duties naturally during background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20s–50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming episode.

Compensation

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

SI Otis Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Otis character for upcoming production work in Chicago. This paid stand-in role involves assisting the production team with lighting and camera blocking while closely matching the general physical appearance of principal talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist with lighting, camera setup, and scene blocking.
• Follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during rehearsals and technical preparation.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino talent.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’9″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

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

SI Archer Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Archer character for production in Chicago. The selected performer will assist with lighting and camera blocking by standing in for principal talent between takes and during scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene setup.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions.
• Maintain consistency throughout lighting and camera rehearsals.
• Remain available and professional during the full production day.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 40s–60s.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’2″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Grey hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

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