NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Extras with Cars Needed for TV Production in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
A hit TV series filming in Chicago is now seeking male and female extras with vehicles to appear in an upcoming episode. This is a great opportunity for local talent to get on set and be part of a major network production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray background drivers or pedestrians in a city scene

• Bring your personal vehicle (no white cars allowed) for use on set

• Follow directions from the production team and maintain professionalism

• Arrive on time and be prepared for a full filming day

Requirements:

• Males and females, ages 20–60

• All ethnicities welcome (no white cars)

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

• Cannot have worked on the show in the past week or be scheduled this week

• Must provide car details: color, year, and make

Compensation:

• Paid background role (rate provided upon booking)

African American Newborns Needed for TV Series in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
A popular television series is seeking African American newborn babies to appear in upcoming scenes filming in Chicago. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents interested in introducing their infants to the entertainment industry under safe and professional conditions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in short filming sessions with supervision from a guardian and on-set nurse

• Remain calm and cooperative during filming

• Attend filming sessions with parent or legal guardian present at all times

• Follow all on-set safety and child labor regulations

Requirements:

• African American newborns (male and female)

• Ages 6 weeks to 4 months

• Local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Single babies and twins encouraged to apply

• Must have or obtain a valid work permit (assistance available)

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)

• Newborns will work no more than 2 hours per day

Stand-In Role in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
An upcoming television production in Chicago is seeking a professional stand-in to work on set. This role is ideal for individuals who closely match the actor’s appearance and can assist with lighting and camera setup during filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand in for the actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Match the actor’s size, hair color, and complexion

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout filming

Requirements:

• Caucasian female, ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’4”–5’6”

• Weight: 115–135 lbs

• Dark hair

• Must be local to Chicago, IL

• Previous experience as a stand-in or extra preferred but not required

Compensation:

• Paid stand-in role (rate provided upon booking)

Teen Extras Needed for TV Series Photo Shoot in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
A hit TV series filming in Chicago is seeking male and female teens to appear as students in an upcoming outdoor photo shoot. This is a great opportunity for young local talent to gain experience on a professional set and be part of a major production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a still photo shoot for a television production

• Follow direction from the production and photography team

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout the session

Requirements:

• Male and female teens, age 16

• All ethnicities welcome

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

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting (2 hours or less)

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable in front of the camera

Compensation:

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

• Wardrobe fitting also compensated

Featured Role for OFI Tech in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
A popular television series filming in Chicago is seeking male talent to portray featured OFI Tech roles. This is a great opportunity for local actors looking to gain experience in a professional TV production. Selected talent will appear in non-speaking featured extra roles and participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an OFI Tech on set in a featured non-speaking role

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain professionalism

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Be available for one or both scheduled filming dates

Requirements:

• Male talent, ages 40s–60s

• African American, Asian, Latino, or Indian ethnicity

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• Local to Chicago, IL, suburbs, or nearby border states

• Must be available for wardrobe fitting and filming dates

Compensation:

• $165.80 for 8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours)s

Nurse Extras (Ages 20s–30s)

Description:
A popular TV series is seeking male and female background actors to portray nurses in an upcoming featured, non-speaking role. You don’t need to be a real nurse—just have the right look and professionalism for the part. Local talent from Chicago, suburbs, and surrounding Illinois border states are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Portray a nurse in a hospital scene

• Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism

• Be prepared for a full-day shoot

Requirements:

• Male and female actors, ages 20s–30s

• Must be local to Illinois (Chicago and surrounding areas)

• Must have a professional, clean look

• Must submit a recent color photo showing current hair color, length, and style

• Include clothing sizes in submission (see below)

Clothing Sizes to Include:

• Males: Height, weight, suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe

• Females: Height, weight, T-shirt, dress, pants, shoe

Compensation:

• Paid role

Teen Extras for TV Series

Description:
A hit TV series is casting male and female teens, age 16, to portray students in an upcoming episode. This is a fun, outdoor scene perfect for young performers interested in gaining on-set experience. These are paid, non-speaking background roles.

Responsibilities:

• Portray high school students in an outdoor scene

• Follow direction from the production team

• Arrive on time and prepared with wardrobe sizes submitted in advance

Requirements:

• Must be age 16

• Open to male and female talent

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

• Must submit a recent color photo showing current hair color, length, and hairstyle

Compensation:

• Paid background role

Firefighters – Background Roles for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking physically fit men and women, ages 30–40, to portray firefighters for two continuity shoot dates. This is a great opportunity for background actors who have not yet appeared on this production. The roles require new faces who can convincingly portray first responders in action-packed scenes.

Performers will be picture-cast by the director, so please ensure your submitted photos are recent and reflect your best look for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters in both interior and exterior scenes
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between shoot days
• Arrive prepared and on time for all call times
• Remain available throughout the day for possible schedule adjustments

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–40
• Physically fit and able to perform light action on set
• Must be a new face (not previously cast on the current season)
• Must be available both days for continuity
• Open to ACTRA and Non-Union performers

Compensation

• ACTRA: Regular background rate per IPA
• AABP/Non-Union: $17.20 per hour (8-hour minimum)

Stand-In Casting for TV Production

Job Description
A TV production is seeking stand-ins to work alongside the crew for technical and scene preparation. This is a great opportunity for those with previous on-set or stand-in experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actors during lighting and camera setup

• Collaborate with the crew to ensure accurate scene blocking

• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian, 40s–60s, dark hair, height 5’3”–5’5”, weight 110–135 lbs

• Male, Caucasian or Latino, 20s–40s, dark hair, height 5’10”–6’, weight 170–185 lbs

• Must match specified height, weight, and complexion of lead actors

• Local to Chicago, IL, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Prior stand-in or extra experience preferred

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate discussed upon booking)

Stand Ins for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is casting stand ins for an upcoming shoot. The production is seeking talent who closely match the height, weight, and complexion of principal actors to assist with lighting and camera blocking. This is a paid stand in opportunity for experienced or first time talent who meet the physical requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand in for principal actors during rehearsals and technical setups

• Work with the crew to assist in lighting, framing, and camera blocking

• Follow direction from the production team with professionalism and reliability

• Remain available on set as needed during production

Requirements

• Female, ages 40s to 60s, Caucasian, dark hair, 5’3” to 5’5”, 110 to 135 lbs

• Male, ages 20s to 40s, Caucasian or Latino, dark hair, 5’10” to 6’0”, 170 to 185 lbs

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

• Stand in or on set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid stand in opportunity