NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Featured Background DJ for Network TV Series

Job Description
A hit network TV series is seeking real DJs to portray a featured background role in a karaoke bar scene. This is a great opportunity for experienced DJs who can bring authentic club presence, natural performance energy, and professional set etiquette to a scripted production filming in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working DJ in a karaoke bar environment during a featured background scene
• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and production team
• Maintain continuity and professional performance throughout multiple takes
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared to work in an interior set setting

Requirements

• Ages 20–45, all types encouraged to apply
• Real DJ experience required
• Able to provide proof/documentation of DJ experience
• Comfortable working as a paid featured background actor on a TV set
• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours (featured background rate)

Latina Stand-In (TV Production)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking a Latina stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for talent who can closely match the performer’s height, weight, complexion, and overall look, and who can work professionally on a fast-paced set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups and camera rehearsals

• Match the actor’s general look for scene continuity (height, weight, complexion)

• Follow direction from the crew and remain ready between setups

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and positioning across takes

Requirements

• Latina

• Height: 5’3″–5’5″

• Weight: 115–145

• Dark hair

• Must be able to closely match the actor’s look for lighting and camera work

• Stand-in experience is a plus (but not required)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate shared if selected)

Real Firefighters (Paid TV Extra Roles)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking real firefighters to appear on camera in authentic emergency-response scenes for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking background opportunity for firefighters who can bring real-world presence, uniform accuracy, and professional realism to set. Availability across multiple shoot days is a plus, and early call times are possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in emergency and station-style scenes

• Wear your real firefighter uniform/gear as appropriate for the scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Be punctual, professional, and camera-ready for long production days

Requirements

• Must be a real firefighter

• Open to men and women; all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Able to work as a local hire in the Chicago area/Western Suburbs

• Comfortable performing as non-speaking background talent

• Must have a recent color photo in uniform (no sunglasses, no group photos)

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump

Body Double Extra (Non-Speaking)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking local background talent to work in a tight, enclosed filming setup for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking extra role for men and women who are comfortable in compact spaces and can maintain a professional, calm presence on set. Selected talent may be asked to wear a flesh-toned bodysuit-style wardrobe as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as non-speaking background talent in a special episode scene

• Work comfortably in a very compact filming environment

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Wear assigned wardrobe, which may include a flesh-colored bodysuit

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must not be claustrophobic and must be comfortable in tight spaces

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction in a fast-paced set environment

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role (rate provided upon selection)

High School Student Background Actors

Job Description
A production is casting background actors to portray high school students in a fun outdoor scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for teen talent across multiple ethnicities who can bring a natural student look and follow simple on-set direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in an outdoor background scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a believable student look and on-camera presence

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 16–21

• Male students needed

• African American, Asian, Latino, Caucasian, and Indian talent encouraged to apply

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

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking background actor outdoors

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

Featured Uncle Larry Role

Job Description
A production is casting a featured background actor to portray “Uncle Larry” in a non-speaking scene. This paid extra opportunity is seeking male blue-collar types in their 20s across all ethnicities. Talent must be camera-ready, able to attend a wardrobe fitting, and comfortable being photographed for director approval.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the featured “Uncle Larry” character in a non-speaking scene

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a believable blue-collar look and natural on-camera presence

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and be available for director photo approval

Requirements

• Male, must be in your 20s (required)

• Blue-collar type

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

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

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting at a studio location

• Comfortable submitting photos for director review

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (non-speaking)

Caucasian Female Student Extra Role

Job Description
A production is casting a Caucasian female background actor to portray a student in an outdoor scene. This is a paid, non-speaking extra role for talent who can match specific physical requirements and work locally. If you have a natural on-camera look and can take direction well, this is a strong opportunity to gain set experience as a student extra.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in an outdoor background scene

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

• Remain camera-ready and professional throughout filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 16–21

• Long brown hair

• Height between 5’6″ and 5’8″

• Weight between 110–130 lbs

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

• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background actor role

• Available for a required fitting at a studio location

Compensation

• Paid background role (non-speaking)

Law & Order SVU Boxing Match Referee Featured Background Actor

Job Description
A hit network crime drama is casting talent with real referee experience in boxing matches to appear as a paid featured background actor. This is a great opportunity for performers with sports officiating skills to bring authenticity to a high-energy female boxing match scene filmed for television.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a boxing match referee in a female boxing match scene
• Take direction from the assistant directors and on-set team
• Help maintain realism and continuity during filming
• Remain camera-ready and professional throughout the interior shoot

Requirements

• Ages 30–60, all types encouraged to apply
• Must have referee experience in boxing matches (required)
• Comfortable working on a busy TV set and following timing cues
• Available to work as featured background in a Manhattan interior scene

Compensation

• $234/8 (featured background pay rate)

Chicago Fire Special Episode Casting: Paid Non-Speaking Extras

Job Description
A special episode of Chicago Fire is casting paid background extras to appear in scenes filming in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent looking to build credits and work in a professional TV production environment. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles for a television episode

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity in movement, reactions, and placement across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 18–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago and the Western Suburbs area (local hire only)

• Must be available for all required shoot dates

• Able to provide a recent color photo reflecting current hair length and facial hair (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and punctual, professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

• Three-day shoot requirement

Outside School Scene Extras Casting

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background actors to work an outside school scene in the Chicago area. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for men and women who can deliver natural, everyday reactions in an outdoor setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in an exterior school scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and crowd reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (wardrobe consistency, placement, and actions)

• Work professionally on set and remain available throughout filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)