Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

TV Production Casting Call – Girl Photo Double

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking a Caucasian girl for a paid photo double role. The selected child will match a principal actor’s general build, complexion, and hair color and may be filmed in wide shots or insert shots in place of the actor. This is a non-speaking opportunity with on-set schooling provided during each workday.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor
• Appear in wide shots and insert shots when required
• Follow blocking and movement instructions from the production team
• Participate in rehearsals and filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout production
• Attend required on-set schooling

Requirements

• Caucasian girl
• Ages 8–10
• Must reasonably match the principal actor’s build, complexion, and hair
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states
• Must be comfortable working in a non-speaking role
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required

Compensation

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

TV Production Casting Call – Boy Photo Double

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking a Caucasian boy to work as a paid photo double. The selected child will match a principal actor in general build, complexion, and hair color and may appear in wide shots or insert shots in place of the actor. This is a non-speaking role that includes on-set schooling during each workday.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a principal actor
• Appear in wide shots and insert shots as needed
• Match the positioning and movements required for the scene
• Participate in rehearsal and filming as directed
• Follow instructions from the production team
• Attend required on-set schooling

Requirements

• Caucasian boy
• Ages 7–8
• Approximately 4’2″–4’4″ tall
• Approximately 50–55 lbs.
• Blonde or light brown curly hair
• Must reasonably match the principal actor’s build, complexion, and hair
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states
• Parent or guardian must be available to accompany the child as required

Compensation

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

TV Series Casting Call – Male Stand-In

Job Description

A television production is seeking a Caucasian male stand-in to work in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate should closely match the actor’s general hair color, weight, and complexion to assist the production team with lighting and camera blocking. This opportunity is open to experienced stand-ins as well as talent interested in gaining professional stand-in experience. Local talent from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a principal actor during production
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with blocking and setup
• Follow positioning and movement instructions from the production team
• Maintain consistency throughout lighting and camera rehearsals
• Remain professional, punctual, and attentive while on set

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Ages 50s–60s
• Height between 5’11” and 6’1″
• Weight between 175–200 lbs
• Must reasonably match the actor’s hair color, complexion, and overall appearance
• Previous stand-in or extra experience is a plus
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states
• Reliable and comfortable working closely with the camera and lighting departments

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity

Job Description

A non-SAG commercial is seeking real blues musicians, guitar players, and singers in the Chicago area. The production is specifically looking for Black men ages 50 and older with authentic musical experience and a strong connection to blues and jazz music. Ideal talent can sing and play multiple instruments, with guitar players and versatile musicians especially encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a musician and/or singer in a non-SAG commercial.
• Demonstrate authentic blues, jazz, or related musical experience.
• Play guitar or other musical instruments as applicable.
• Sing on camera if required for the role.
• Follow creative and production direction during filming.

Requirements

• Black men ages 50 and older.
• Must be a real musician, guitar player, and/or singer.
• Ability to play multiple instruments and sing is preferred.
• Relevant blues or jazz music experience.
• Must be local to the Chicago, Illinois area or able to work as a Chicago local hire.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Male Firefighters for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male background actors to portray firefighters in an upcoming television scene filming in Chicago. This non-speaking background acting opportunity is looking for performers of all ethnicities with clean-shaven faces and short hair who can authentically portray professional firefighters. Talent should be prepared to follow on-set direction and bring a convincing emergency responder presence to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a non-speaking background role on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform realistic firefighter background actions as directed.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and the production team.
• Maintain continuity and a professional on-camera presence.
• Remain prepared and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 20s–40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be clean-shaven.
• Must have short hair.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a firefighter.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

CPD Officers, SWAT, EMTs and Neighbors for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors for an action-packed outdoor incident scene filming in Chicago. This paid, non-speaking background casting opportunity includes roles portraying CPD officers, SWAT members, EMTs, and neighborhood residents. Real police experience is not required. Selected talent must be available for both production days and prepared to work outdoors during an active emergency-style scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CPD officer, SWAT member, EMT, or neighborhood resident in an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform realistic background actions appropriate to the assigned role.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Participate safely in a busy, action-oriented television production environment.
• Remain available for both required filming days.

Requirements

• CPD/SWAT: Clean-shaven male talent with short hair.
• EMT: Male and female talent may be considered.
• Neighbors: Male and female talent, ages 20s–60s, all ethnicities.
• Previous experience portraying police is helpful but not required.
• Must be available for both required production days.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in an active incident scene.

Compensation

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

Background Actors for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking non-union male and female background actors for an upcoming overnight television shoot in Chicago. Casting is looking for performers in their 30s through 60s of all ethnicities who can bring a professional and natural presence to the production. Male talent should be clean-shaven with short hair.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a non-speaking background actor on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform natural background actions based on the needs of the scene.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming.
• Remain available throughout the overnight production schedule.

Requirements

• Male and female talent in their 30s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working an overnight production schedule.

Compensation

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

Real Military Personnel for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real military personnel for a paid television production filming in Chicago. Experienced service members are wanted to bring an authentic military presence and real-world experience to an overnight scene. Male talent should have short hair and be clean-shaven for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a role utilizing authentic military experience.
• Bring realistic movement, demeanor, and professional presence to filming.
• Perform assigned background actions throughout the scene.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the overnight shoot.

Requirements

• Must have real military experience.
• Open to male and female talent.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working an overnight filming schedule.

Compensation

• $206 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• $25 special ability bump.

Real Police Officers for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real police officers for a paid television production in Chicago. This casting opportunity is looking for experienced law enforcement professionals who can bring authentic knowledge, presence, and movement to an overnight scene. Male talent should be clean-shaven with short hair. Local Chicago, suburban, and surrounding Illinois border-state talent is being considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a police officer in “Chicago Fire.”
• Bring authentic law enforcement experience and professional presence to the scene.
• Perform background actions as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Remain available for an overnight production schedule.

Requirements

• Must be a real police officer with relevant professional experience.
• Open to male and female talent.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working an overnight filming schedule.

Compensation

• $206 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• $25 special ability bump.

Hospital and Molly’s Scene Background Actors for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors for non-speaking extra roles in upcoming hospital and Molly’s scenes. This paid television background acting opportunity is open to performers of all ethnicities, ranging from their 20s through 70s. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois and prepared for a potentially extended filming day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a non-speaking background actor in hospital or Molly’s scenes.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the scene.
• Follow direction from assistant directors and the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Remain available for the full production day as required.

Requirements

• Open to male and female talent.
• Ages 20s–70s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working as a non-speaking background performer.
• Must be available for an extended filming day, potentially up to 12 hours.

Compensation

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