NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Featured Extras for TV Drama

Job Description
A popular television series is casting featured extras to portray uniformed officers in an upcoming episode. The production seeks individuals who can present a clean-cut, authoritative look and bring realism to non-speaking background roles. This is a great opportunity for local talent to gain on-set experience and appear in a well-known TV series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police and tech officers authentically in uniformed roles

• Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting before filming

• Follow direction from the on-set production team

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20–40, all ethnicities

• Specifically seeking African American, Latino, Asian, and Indian males (clean-shaven, short hair)

• Must be available for a fitting prior to filming

• Must be local to Illinois or surrounding border states

• No visible tattoos or non-traditional piercings while in uniform

Compensation

• Paid featured background role (rate disclosed upon booking)

Extras for TV Series Production

Job Description
A popular television drama is casting background extras for upcoming scenes. The production is seeking local talent to portray pedestrians, drivers, and firefighters in non-speaking roles. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience and appearing in a major network show filming in Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles such as pedestrians, drivers, or firefighters

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Be prepared for outdoor or on-location filming environments

• Arrive on time and ready with wardrobe as instructed

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities, ages 20–60

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

• Clean-shaven men with short hair may be cast as firefighters (non-speaking roles)

• Must not have worked on the show within the past week

• Must provide recent photo and clothing sizes when submitting

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate disclosed upon selection)

Gym Instructor – TV Series Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking a fit, energetic male to portray a gym instructor in an upcoming gym scene. The role is perfect for someone with a confident and active presence who can bring authenticity to a fitness environment. Filming will take place in Chicago and is open to local talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a gym instructor in a non-speaking background role

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism throughout production

• Be camera-ready and physically fit for the gym scene

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–40

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must have an athletic build and natural on-camera confidence

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

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming

Compensation

• Paid background opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

Police Tech and Uniform Officer Extras – TV Series Opportunity

Job Description
A hit TV series is now casting non-speaking featured roles for police techs and uniformed officers. Casting directors are seeking diverse male and female talent with an authentic, professional look to portray law enforcement personnel in upcoming scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in background scenes as police techs or uniformed officers

• Follow direction from the production and wardrobe team

• Attend required wardrobe fittings prior to filming

• Maintain professionalism and on-set readiness throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 20–40

• Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must reside in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must be available for wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot date

• Non-speaking featured roles

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Owens Stand-In for TV Series Production

Job Description
A popular television series is hiring a stand-in for the role of Owens. The production is seeking a reliable and experienced individual who closely matches the actor’s appearance to assist with lighting and camera setups on set in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for the actor playing Owens during camera and lighting setups.

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain consistency in blocking and technical rehearsals.

• Remain professional and punctual throughout filming, including late-night shoots.

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian.

• Height: 5’4”–5’7”.

• Weight: 120–138 lbs.

• Age range: 20s–30s.

• Brown or dark hair.

• Must be local to Chicago, IL, or surrounding areas (no travel compensation).

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience preferred.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate disclosed upon selection.

Ellis Stand-In for TV Series Production

Job Description
A major television series is casting a stand-in for the role of Ellis. The production is seeking a reliable and experienced individual who closely matches the actor’s appearance to assist with lighting and camera setups on set in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for the actor playing Ellis during lighting and camera blocking.

• Follow detailed direction from the production crew to ensure visual continuity.

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout filming.

• Be available for late-night shoots as required.

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian.

• Height: 5’7”–5’9”.

• Weight: 200–240 lbs.

• Age range: 40s–60s.

• Reddish-brown or brown hair.

• Must be local to Chicago, IL, or surrounding areas (no travel provided).

• Previous stand-in or on-set experience is preferred.

Compensation

• Paid role; rate provided upon selection.

Extras and Instructor for TV Series Gym Scene

Job Description
A popular television series is casting fit and energetic talent for an upcoming gym scene. The production is looking for males and females with athletic builds and strong on-camera presence to appear as gym-goers. Additionally, one male will be selected to portray a gym instructor in the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a non-speaking background extra in a gym environment.

• For the instructor role: perform as a fitness trainer guiding gym participants.

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during multiple takes.

• Arrive on time and be prepared for wardrobe fittings prior to filming.

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s to 40s, all ethnicities.

• Must be physically fit and comfortable performing light gym activities.

• Must not have recently appeared on the same production.

• Males applying for the instructor role must be available for the scheduled wardrobe fitting.

• Current photos required, along with height, weight, age, and clothing sizes.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; rates provided upon selection.

SUV Driver for Popular TV Series Filming in Chicago

Job Description
A major television series is seeking male background actors to portray SUV drivers in an upcoming featured, non-speaking role. This is a great chance to be part of a hit production filming in the Chicago area. You do not need to own an SUV to be considered for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an SUV driver in a featured background scene

• Follow on-set direction from production staff and maintain continuity between takes

• Attend a required wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Arrive on time and prepared for a full day of production

Requirements

• Male, ages 40s–50s

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or border states (IL only)

• Must be available for both fitting and filming dates

Compensation

• Paid featured background role

Police Techs and Uniformed Officers for Popular TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is seeking male and female background actors to portray police techs and uniformed officers in upcoming scenes filming in Chicago. This is a great opportunity for local talent to appear in a featured, non-speaking role on a major network production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray law enforcement professionals in realistic on-screen scenarios

• Follow direction from the assistant director and on-set team

• Participate in a mandatory wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Maintain professionalism and focus while on set

Requirements

• Male (clean-shaven with short hair) and female talent, ages 20–40

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states (IL only)

• Must be available for both fitting and filming days

• Must provide accurate clothing sizes and a recent clear photo showing current look (no hats, sunglasses, or head cut-offs)

Compensation

• Paid featured background opportunity

Featured Non-Speaking Role for Chicago Fire

Job Description
A hit television drama is seeking beautiful African American women in their 40s for a featured non-speaking role. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to appear in a major network series with professional pay and exposure. Selected talent will participate in filming, prosthetic preparation, and makeup sessions in Chicago, Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background role in a dramatic scene

• Participate in one full prosthetic fitting day and a makeup day

• Follow direction from the director and maintain professionalism on set

• Be available for all required filming and preparation dates

Requirements

• African American women in their 40s

• Must be available for filming and fittings on all listed dates

• Must submit a recent, clear color photograph (no headshots, filters, hats, or sunglasses)

• Provide accurate measurements, including height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe sizes

• Must be local to Chicago or able to self-report

Compensation

• $500 per day