NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

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

Law Enforcement and Security Background Actors for TV Pilot

Job Description
A television pilot is casting background actors to portray law enforcement officers and security personnel in exterior nightclub scenes filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking individuals with strong, authoritative presence who can convincingly portray security staff, police officers, and federal agents in a high-energy nightlife setting. This opportunity is ideal for performers with athletic builds and clean-cut appearances suited for uniformed roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray security staff, police officers, or federal agents in nightclub scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain character presence during background action sequences

• Wear appropriate wardrobe or uniforms provided by production

• Help create a realistic and energetic nightlife environment on set

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Athletic or muscular build preferred for security and officer roles

• Clean-cut appearance; men must be clean-shaven or have mustaches only

• Comfortable working in nightclub scene environments

• Available to film in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

Nightclub Patrons and Drivers for TV Pilot

Job Description
A television pilot is casting background actors to portray stylish nightclub patrons and upscale guests in luxury nightlife scenes filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking fashionable individuals with confident presence who can authentically represent an upscale nightclub environment. Some roles will also involve guests arriving with vehicles, helping create a realistic and energetic nightlife setting for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray fashionable nightclub patrons in upscale nightlife scenes

• Participate in background action during nightclub sequences

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain a stylish and energetic presence on camera

• For driver roles, safely operate a vehicle during the scene if required

Requirements

• Ages 20–40s

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Stylish, fashion-forward look suitable for luxury nightlife scenes

• Some roles require a valid driver’s license and comfort driving in a scene

• Available to film in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

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

Law Enforcement and Security Background Actors for TV Pilot

Job Description
A television pilot is casting background actors to portray law enforcement and security personnel in exterior nightclub scenes filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking individuals with strong, authoritative presence who can convincingly portray security staff, police officers, and federal agents in a high-energy nightlife setting. This opportunity is ideal for performers with athletic builds and a clean, professional look suited for uniformed roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray security guards, police officers, or federal agents in nightclub scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain character presence during background action and crowd scenes

• Wear wardrobe or uniforms appropriate for law enforcement roles

• Help create a realistic nightlife and security environment on set

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Athletic or muscular build preferred for security and officer roles

• Clean-cut appearance; men must be clean-shaven or have mustaches only

• Comfortable working in a nightclub scene environment

• Available to film in the Atlanta, Georgia area

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

Featured Veterans – NBC Pilot Background Role

Job Description
An NBC pilot is casting featured background actors to portray military veterans in an interior support group scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This television production is seeking strong character faces who can embody the grounded presence, discipline, and authenticity of former service members. Real-life veterans are highly encouraged to apply, though prior military experience is not required. This is a featured background opportunity selected by the director and producers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran attending a support group meeting

• Deliver natural, grounded reactions in an emotional scene

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain professionalism during a 12-hour filming day

• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

• All genders, all ethnicities

• Ages 20s–60s

• Strong character presence

• Able to work in Atlanta, GA

• Open availability for a full filming day

Compensation

• $12.50 per hour

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours

Firefighter Role – Non-Speaking Background Actor

Job Description
A television production filming in Chicago is casting clean-shaven male background actors to portray firefighters in a non-speaking role. Producers are seeking men in their 20s to 40s with short hair and a professional appearance to work on set for an upcoming shoot date. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent ready to step into a realistic first responder role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a scripted television scene

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant director

• Maintain a professional and alert on-screen presence

• Be prepared for a full production day

• Arrive camera-ready and comply with grooming standards

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–40s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

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

• Must not have worked on this production within the last two weeks

• Provide accurate clothing sizes and measurements

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Professional television set experience

• Opportunity to portray a firefighter on a major production

Stand-Ins for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is now casting stand-ins to work in Chicago and surrounding Illinois areas. Casting directors are seeking experienced stand-ins who closely match the height, weight, and complexion of principal actors to assist with lighting and camera blocking. This is a great opportunity for background actors looking to gain more on-set responsibility and hands-on production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal actors during lighting and camera setup

• Match the physical profile of assigned actor

• Take direction from the camera and lighting departments

• Remain patient and focused during technical setup

• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

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

• Prior experience as an extra or stand-in preferred

• Ability to closely match one of the following looks:

  • Asian male, 20s–40s, 5’9”–5’11”, 155–175 lbs, dark hair

  • Caucasian male, 40s–60s, 5’8”–5’10”, 155–175 lbs, grey hair

• Must provide accurate height, weight, and current photo

• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• Paid stand-in opportunity

• On-set experience with a professional TV production

• Opportunity to work closely with camera and lighting teams