Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Mascot Performer and Handler for Promotional Event

Job Description
A promotional event is seeking a dependable and outgoing mascot performer and handler for a special community appearance at a children’s hospital in Chicago. The team is looking for enthusiastic individuals who can help bring energy and positivity to a family-friendly event while representing a well-known brand mascot. This role involves engaging with attendees, creating a fun atmosphere, and supporting a memorable experience for families and children.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a mascot character during a live promotional event

• Interact with children, families, and event attendees in a friendly manner

• Assist the mascot performer as a handler by guiding interactions and ensuring safety

• Help maintain a fun and engaging environment throughout the event

• Follow event guidelines and directions from the promotional team

Requirements

• Outgoing personality and comfortable engaging with the public

• Ability to perform in a mascot costume or support as a handler

• Professional, reliable, and punctual for event work

• Comfortable working at a family-focused community event

• Available to work in Chicago, Illinois

Compensation

• Mascot performer: $120 flat rate

Clean-Cut Male Background Actor for TV Series Medic Role

Job Description
A television production is casting a clean-cut male background actor to portray a medic in an upcoming scene. The production is seeking talent with short hair and a professional appearance who can bring realism to a medical response environment. Filming will take place in Chicago, and selected talent will participate in scenes that help support the fast-paced storytelling of a television drama.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medic in background scenes for a television production

• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors during filming

• Participate in realistic emergency or medical response scenes

• Maintain professional on-set behavior throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–50s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable portraying a medic in a dramatic scene

• Available to work in Chicago

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours of work

• Time and a half paid after 8 hours

Featured Background Administrative Role for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting featured background actors to portray administrative office staff in an upcoming scene filming in Chicago, Illinois. Casting directors are seeking professional-looking male performers who can bring authenticity to an office environment within a high-profile television series. This role involves appearing in business-attire scenes and contributing to a realistic workplace setting on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an administrative office staff member in a television series scene

• Appear in business professional wardrobe suitable for an office environment

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to the filming date

Requirements

• Male actors in their 30s

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Professional appearance suitable for an office or administrative role

• Must be available for both a wardrobe fitting and the filming day

• Able to appear in business casual or professional attire

Compensation

• Paid featured background acting opportunity

• Professional on-set experience working on a television production

• Wardrobe fitting scheduled prior to filming

Male Scene Partner for Actor Demo Scene

Job Description
A production company is casting a male actor to serve as a scene partner in a professionally filmed actor demo scene inspired by a detective-style “Benoit Blanc” tone. This project will be filmed in downtown Chicago and will feature a dialogue-driven scene designed to highlight strong acting performances. The role is ideal for experienced actors looking to collaborate on a professionally produced demo scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a scene partner in a scripted detective-style demo scene

• Deliver dialogue with strong character presence and timing

• Collaborate with the lead actor and director to create a compelling scene

• Participate in scheduled filming and follow on-set direction

• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Male actor ages 35–45

• Non-union talent only

• Must have previous experience as a co-star or supporting actor with speaking lines

• Must have a professional acting reel, headshot, and resume

• Strong on-camera acting ability and comfort performing dialogue scenes

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Parking provided for talent and client

• Professional demo scene footage for experience and networking

Real Firefighters for TV Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is seeking real firefighters to appear as background extras in upcoming scenes. The production is looking for male and female firefighters of all ethnicities who can bring authenticity and realism to fire department scenes. These are non-speaking roles and are ideal for professionals with real firefighting experience who want to appear on camera in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters in realistic background scenes

• Wear firefighter gear and uniforms during filming

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production crew

• Help create an authentic fire station or emergency response environment

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Must be a real firefighter

• Male and female talent welcome

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing on camera in non-speaking background roles

• Able to provide accurate clothing and gear sizes for wardrobe

• Must be available for scheduled filming days

Compensation

• $200 for an 8-hour filming day

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump for firefighter experience

Stand-Ins for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is casting stand-ins to assist with lighting and camera setup during filming in the Chicago area. Stand-ins will work closely with the production team to help block scenes and maintain continuity while actors prepare for filming. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who match specific physical descriptions and are interested in gaining on-set experience in a professional television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for actors during lighting and camera blocking

• Work closely with the cinematography and production team

• Maintain positioning and continuity during scene setup

• Follow direction from assistant directors and crew members

• Remain available for multiple filming dates as scheduled

Requirements

• African American male with a slim build, approximately 5’10” tall and 165–190 lbs with dark hair, ages 20s–50s

• African American male who is bald, approximately 5’11” tall and 155–200 lbs, ages 20s–60s

• Must be comfortable working as a stand-in during production setup

• Available to work in the Chicago area

• Reliable and able to follow production direction on set

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity

Real Medics and EMTs for TV Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting real medics and EMTs to appear as background performers in upcoming scenes. The production is seeking trained medical professionals who can authentically portray emergency responders on camera. These roles will involve non-speaking appearances that highlight realistic emergency service presence in a professional television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray real EMTs or medics in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain authentic emergency responder presence during filming

• Participate in on-set scenes that require medical personnel visuals

• Help create realistic emergency service environments on camera

Requirements

• Real medics or EMTs

• Male and female talent of all ethnicities

• Comfortable appearing on camera in background roles

• Able to provide a current photo and professional details for submission

• Available to work in the Chicago area

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours

• Time and a half after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump

Background Actors to Portray Unhoused Characters

Job Description
A television production is casting male and female background actors to portray unhoused or squatter characters for upcoming scenes filming in the Chicago area. The production is seeking individuals with authentic, natural looks who can help create realistic street and urban environments for the project. Selected performers will participate in wardrobe fittings and filming as part of a professionally produced television series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray unhoused or squatter characters in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain character appearance and continuity during filming

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Help create a realistic urban environment on set

Requirements

• Male and female actors ages 20–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

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

• Available for both filming dates and wardrobe fitting

• Comfortable portraying gritty or downscale character roles

• Must provide a current photo showing present hair style and facial hair (if applicable)

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

Actors to Portray College Students

Job Description
A production is casting young adults to portray college students in an upcoming project. The team is seeking energetic and authentic individuals who can naturally represent campus life and student culture on camera. This opportunity is open to a diverse group of performers who are comfortable appearing on camera and bringing genuine personality to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray college students in scenes for a film or media production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in on-camera scenes representing campus life

• Maintain a natural and engaging presence on camera

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–24

• All genders and abilities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing on camera for a student-themed role

• Able to deliver natural expressions and authentic performances

• Available to participate in the scheduled production

Compensation

• $850 flat rate

Talent for Internal Promotional Video

Job Description
A production team is casting a small group of individuals to appear in an internal promotional video filming in Hanover Park, Illinois. The project is seeking a diverse range of talent between the ages of 25 and 70 who can deliver natural, expression-driven performances on camera. Selected participants will appear in a montage-style video featuring authentic moments such as smiling, interacting with props, and performing simple tasks that reflect everyday professional environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an internal promotional video production

• Deliver natural, authentic facial expressions on camera

• Participate in simple interactive moments using props or tasks

• Follow direction from the creative and production team

• Maintain a professional and positive presence during filming

Requirements

• Individuals ages 25–70

• Diverse backgrounds and looks encouraged to apply

• Comfortable performing simple, non-speaking on-camera actions

• Ability to display natural expressions such as smiling and confidence on camera

• Available to film in Hanover Park, Illinois

Compensation

• $175 for the day

• Lunch provided

• Up to 6 hours of filming