Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Compliance Officer Featured Background Role for TV Series (New Faces Only)

Job Description
A television series is casting director-selected featured background talent to portray a Compliance Officer in a scene filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a paid, featured background opportunity for performers who can deliver a polished, professional, and authoritative presence on camera. Talent must be local to Atlanta—travel, transportation, and accommodations are not provided. New faces only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a compliance officer in featured background action with a professional, controlled presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during filming.

• Maintain a clean, conservative, camera-ready appearance throughout the shoot day.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe and production standards for a law-enforcement style role.

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40 (all ethnicities).

• Height range 5’7”–5’10”.

• Clean-cut, conservative, in good physical shape; professional law-enforcement type.

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can obtain a tattoo release).

• Must be a new face (do not apply if already scheduled/worked in the specified block).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid).

Firefighter Competition Audience Background Actors (Indoor Shoot)

Job Description
A non-union television production is casting background talent to play firefighter competition audience members for an indoor shoot in the Franklin/Nashville, Tennessee area. This is a great opportunity for locals who can bring real crowd energy—cheering, reacting, and supporting the atmosphere of a competition-style scene. Priority will be given to talent with open availability across all required shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an audience member in indoor firefighter competition scenes.

• React naturally on camera—cheering, clapping, and following crowd direction as needed.

• Follow production direction for seating, timing, and continuity across takes.

• Maintain professionalism during holding, resets, and long filming blocks.

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–70.

• Must be a local hire in the Franklin/Nashville, TN area.

• Must be comfortable working indoors for extended periods.

• Open availability across all listed work days preferred; those available all days get priority.

• Must be able to commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours if needed (call time shared later).

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours (guaranteed).

• $12.50/hour equivalent with overtime after 8 hours (time-and-a-half).

State Police Background Actors (Law Enforcement Types)

Job Description
A production is casting men and women to portray state police officers for a paid background opportunity filming in Conyers, Georgia. This role is open to all ethnicities and is ideal for talent who can bring a professional, authoritative presence on camera. Applicants with prior on-set or law enforcement-style experience are encouraged to apply and list relevant experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a state police officer in background scenes with realistic presence and movement.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain a professional, uniform-ready appearance and strong set etiquette.

• Work smoothly with wardrobe, props, and production team as needed.

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities.

• Ages 25+.

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement on camera.

• Prior experience encouraged (include relevant experience if applicable).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Conyers, GA.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (paid).

Major Crime Unit Detectives and Crime Unit Cops for TV Series (Non-Union/AABP)

Job Description
A network TV series is casting non-union / AABP background talent for exterior drone establishing shots as part of a 2nd unit shoot. Production is seeking Major Crime Unit detectives and Major Crime Unit cops who can deliver an authentic law-enforcement presence on camera. This opportunity is open to both new faces and returning non-union background talent, with shuttles provided to location after processing.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Major Crime Unit detectives or cops in exterior establishing scenes.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity.

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

• Be prepared for processing, shuttle transport, and typical background holding/set flow.

Requirements

• Must be Non-Union / AABP background talent.

• Seeking:

  • Cops: late 20s–50s

• Comfortable working outdoors for exterior establishing shots.

• Able to report for processing and shuttle to location as directed.

• Must provide current photo and basic details, plus whether you’ve worked on the series before and what role you played.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not listed (provided upon selection, if applicable).

ACTRA Stand-In for TV Series (Match Photo Reference)

Job Description
A TV series is seeking an ACTRA stand-in to match an actor in a photo reference. This stand-in role requires someone who can closely match hair, skin tone, and approximate height to support lighting, camera setups, and blocking for both exterior and interior scenes. This is a great fit for performers with on-set experience who are reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with a professional crew in Toronto and studio environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the principal actor during lighting and camera rehearsals.

• Match the actor’s general look for continuity, framing, and scene setups.

• Follow direction from the AD team, camera, and lighting departments.

• Be prepared for holding, quick resets, and on-set schedule changes.

Requirements

• ACTRA members only.

• Approximate height: 5’10”.

• Must closely match the photo reference for hair and skin tone.

• Must be available for both required work dates listed in the casting notice.

• Must be able to work in Toronto and at a Mississauga studio as needed.

Compensation

• Stand-in rate (paid; details provided upon selection).

Real Mennonites for Film/TV Project (Ransom Canyon)

Job Description
A film/TV production is seeking real Mennonites to appear on camera for a project connected to Ransom Canyon. This opportunity is looking for authentic community members who can help create a natural, believable world on screen. If you’re comfortable being filmed and want to participate in a professional set environment, this is a unique casting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as yourself or as part of a Mennonite community setting.

• Follow simple on-set direction for movement, timing, and continuity.

• Maintain professionalism and patience during filming, holding, and resets.

• Work respectfully within a production environment alongside cast and crew.

Requirements

• Must be a real Mennonite (authentic community members only).

• Comfortable being filmed and photographed on set.

• Able to follow direction and work in a group setting.

• Must be able to work in the production area (details shared upon selection).

Compensation

• Compensation details were not listed (provided upon selection, if applicable).

Everyday People for NBC Competition Reality Series

Job Description
A major network reality competition series is casting smart, strategic everyday people to compete in a high-stakes game of trust, alliances, and deception. This opportunity is open to non-celebrities who thrive under pressure, love social strategy, and can bring strong personality and gameplay to camera in an immersive competition environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Compete in a reality game format built around strategy, teamwork, and deception.

• Participate in challenges, group missions, and social gameplay situations.

• Build alliances, navigate conflict, and adapt strategy throughout the competition.

• Remain engaged on camera and follow production guidelines during filming.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.

• Must have a valid passport.

• Confident, strategic, and comfortable being filmed in a competitive environment.

Compensation

• Competitive reality series participation (compensation details provided upon selection).

Job Description
A major vitamin brand is casting fitness-focused talent for a paid shoot in NYC. This opportunity is looking for CrossFit/Hyrox-style athletes and gym-built physiques to appear as featured background/extras, bringing strong energy, confidence, and athletic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a featured extra in a fitness-forward commercial or branded content shoot.

• Take direction from the production team for movement, reactions, and positioning.

• Maintain an energetic, athletic presence throughout the shoot day.

• Work professionally on set with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Must be 21+.

• Must be available to work in New York City as a local hire.

• Fitness types encouraged: CrossFit, Hyrox, gymnastics physique, athletic builds, and similar training backgrounds.

• Comfortable being filmed and photographed for commercial-style content.

Compensation

• Paid role (rate shared upon selection).

Drivers With Cars for Background Roles

Job Description
A production is casting men and women to portray drivers with their own cars for a paid background opportunity in Oxford, Georgia. This role is open to all ethnicities and is looking for talent who can bring a natural, everyday driving look on camera. Vehicle details are required for consideration, and certain car colors are not eligible.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a driver using your own vehicle in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction for driving, parking, and placement as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and safety while working around cast, crew, and vehicles.
• Be prepared for routine resets and continuity notes during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities.
• Must have your own car and be able to bring it to set.
• Car colors not accepted: red, black, or white.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Oxford, GA.
• Able to provide vehicle details: year, color, make, and model.

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours (paid).
• Additional $35 car bump.

Mobster Background Actor for TV Series (New Faces Only)

Job Description
A television series is casting new face background talent to portray a mobster type in a scene filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a paid background role for performers who can bring an intimidating, tough-looking presence on camera. Talent must be able to work as a local hire—travel, transportation, and accommodations are not provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mobster-style character in background action for a scripted TV scene.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and continuity.

• Maintain a serious, intimidating presence throughout takes.

• Work professionally with wardrobe and production standards.

Requirements

• Male background actor, ages 30–60.

• Height range 5’7”–5’10”.

• New York Italian type with a tough, intimidating look.

• No visible tattoos that cannot be covered (unless you can get a tattoo artist to sign a release form).

• Must be a new face (do not submit if already scheduled/worked in the specified block/scene).

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Atlanta, GA area.

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours (paid).

• Overtime after 12 hours (if applicable).