Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

TV Series Background Actor Roles

Job Description
A hit television drama is seeking background actors to portray uniformed professionals, including FBI and law enforcement types, in upcoming scenes. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a polished, professional look and natural on-camera presence to a fast-paced TV production. Talent must be well-groomed and camera-ready.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as uniformed personnel in scripted TV scenes

• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and focus during filming

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Adults ages 20s–60s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Clean-shaven men with short hair

• No long painted fingernails or false eyelashes

• Must have a professional, uniform-ready appearance

• Ability to work as background talent on a television set

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Rates provided upon booking

Baby Commercial Event Role

Job Description
A non-union live commercial event is seeking adorable babies for a featured on-camera role in a body care brand showcase. This opportunity is perfect for parents looking to have their baby participate in a fun, professionally produced event highlighting a new diaper product. Babies will be featured in a live setting that demonstrates comfort, protection, and real-life use, with parents actively involved throughout the experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera during a live commercial-style event

• Sit upright independently (pillow support allowed)

• Participate in a supervised, baby-friendly environment

• Be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times

Requirements

• Babies ages 4–12 months

• Able to sit up on their own and not yet walking

• Parent or guardian must be available to participate

• Comfortable in a live event setting with cameras present

Compensation

• $750 total for baby and parent/guardian

• Covers participation and usage of recorded footage

• Additional compensation if usage extends beyond initial term

Senior Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is casting senior background actors to appear in upcoming scenes filmed in the western suburbs of Chicago. This opportunity is open to older performers who can help bring authenticity and realism to scripted television scenes. Filming will include wardrobe fittings prior to the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray senior characters in scripted television scenes

• Follow on-set direction for background action and continuity

• Participate in a scheduled wardrobe fitting

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Seniors in their late 70s to 80s

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Available for filming and a wardrobe fitting during the same week

• Reliable and able to follow instructions

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Wardrobe fitting provided

• Professional television set experience

Male Background Actor for Delivery Person Role

Job Description
A television series is casting a male background actor to portray a delivery person in an upcoming scene. This role requires a clean-cut, professional appearance and the ability to follow on-set direction while contributing to a realistic workplace environment. The scene will be filmed for a scripted television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a delivery person in a television scene

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Appear camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performers ages 20s–40s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

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

• Comfortable performing background action on camera

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Real Dad and Child for Television Series Scene

Job Description
A television production is casting a real father and child to appear together in a scripted scene. This role focuses on authentic interaction and natural chemistry between parent and child, helping bring realism to a family moment on screen. The production is seeking genuine parent-child pairs for background work in a professional TV environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera together in a television scene

• Interact naturally as a real parent and child

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Real father and child pairing

• Child must be 6 years old

• Open to all ethnicities

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

• Available for filming and a wardrobe fitting during the same week

• Child must be eligible to obtain a work permit

• Reliable, patient, and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Background Actors for Television Series Scenes

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area. The production is seeking clean-cut performers to help create realistic, everyday environments on screen. This opportunity is open to a wide age range and is ideal for talent interested in non-union television background work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday background characters in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction for movement and continuity

• Appear in both indoor and outdoor filming environments

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• Clean-shaven male performers with short hair

• Female performers welcome

• Ages 20s–70s

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

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Female Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking during filming. This role requires close physical matching to ensure accuracy on set and is ideal for performers with attention to detail and the ability to follow technical direction. Stand-ins play a key role in supporting production efficiency and visual consistency.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup

• Match height, weight, and overall appearance for continuity

• Follow precise blocking and technical direction

• Remain available and attentive during on-set preparation

Requirements

• Female performers

• Latina appearance preferred

• Ages 30s–50s

• Height between 4’11” and 5’2”

• Weight range 120–150 lbs

• Brown or grey hair

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

• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented

• Stand-in or background experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role

• Professional television set experience

• Compensation details provided by production

Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking local background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area and surrounding suburbs. This opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and looks, making it ideal for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday characters in scripted television scenes

• Participate in indoor and outdoor background action

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male and female performers, ages 20s–70s

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

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Professional television set exp

Wedding Guests (Background Extras)

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray wedding guests in a lively celebration scene. This role is open to performers of all looks and ethnicities who can bring natural reactions and elegant energy to a formal wedding setting. Scenes will feature mingling, seated moments, and authentic wedding atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray wedding guests in formal celebration scenes
• React naturally during ceremony and reception moments
• Follow on-set direction to maintain continuity

Requirements

• Must be comfortable wearing wedding-appropriate formal attire
• Open to all looks and ethnicities
• Reliable, professional, and punctual
• Background acting experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Payment issued at wrap
• Professional feature film set experience

Job Title: Amazon’s ‘Barbershop’ Casting Call for Pedestrians, Clients

CASTING CALL — Barbershop, 2026
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Amazon – Barbershop
ROLES: Pedestrians | Barbershop Clients
SHOOT DATES: Sunday, February 1, 2026
AVAILABILITY: 6:00 AM – 8:30 AM call time window
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $132.80 for 8 hours + $35 if receiving a full haircut, $10 line cut

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Pedestrians
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age Range: 21–75
• Must be comfortable appearing as background talent

Barbershop Clients
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: Black
• Age Range: 21–75
• Must be open to receiving a real haircut or line cut on camera

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.