NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Job Description

A Chicago-area production is casting clean-shaven men with short hair to work as background talent portraying firefighters and firefighter white-shirt personnel. The opportunity is open to men across a broad age range and all ethnicities who can realistically fit the appearance of professional fire department personnel. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois and should be prepared for filming that may continue into the evening.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter or firefighter white-shirt personnel in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing team.
• Maintain the required clean-shaven, short-haired appearance.
• Remain available for the full filming period.
• Arrive prepared with accurate sizing information provided during submission.

Requirements

• Men appearing in their 20s through 60s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Required measurements include suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, and shoe size.
• Talent already booked for a future production date should not apply.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Newspaper Boy for New TV Series

Job Description

A new television series is seeking a young male background actor to portray a newspaper boy in a period production filming in Atlanta. This paid child acting opportunity is open to boys of all ethnicities who can authentically fit the look and atmosphere of the historical setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a newspaper boy in a period television scene.

• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the historical setting.

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.

• Maintain focus and continuity throughout filming.

• Work professionally and comfortably in a television production environment.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 10–12.

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Must be able to authentically portray a newspaper boy in a period setting.

• Must be local to or able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours.

Featured Firefighter for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking a Latino male background actor for a featured firefighter role. This paid, non-speaking opportunity is ideal for talent who can bring an authentic and professional first-responder presence to the screen. The selected performer will appear in a featured capacity and participate in a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a featured non-speaking role.

• Maintain a confident and authentic first-responder presence on camera.

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team.

• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting.

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming.

Requirements

• Latino male talent, ages 30s–40s.

• Must be clean-shaven with short hair.

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

• Comfortable portraying a firefighter in a featured television role.

• Able to follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Hip Bar Scene Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is seeking hip, trendy, and stylish male and female background actors for a lively bar scene. This paid background acting opportunity is open to performers in their 20s through 40s of all ethnicities. Talent should bring a fashionable, natural presence to help create an energetic and authentic nightlife atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in a non-speaking background role.

• Create natural interactions and reactions during the bar scene.

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.

• Maintain a stylish, camera-ready appearance throughout filming.

• Remain professional and attentive while working on set.

Requirements

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

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Hip, trendy, and stylish appearance.

• Comfortable appearing in a lively bar environment.

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

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

FBI Agents for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking clean-shaven male and female background actors to portray FBI agents in Chicago. This paid, non-speaking extra opportunity is open to talent in their 20s through 60s of all ethnicities. Selected performers should be comfortable portraying professional federal agents and wearing business-style wardrobe on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in background scenes for a television production.

• Maintain a professional and authoritative appearance on camera.

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.

• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting.

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–60s.

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.

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

• Comfortable portraying an FBI agent in a non-speaking background role.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

• $40 for a 2-hour wardrobe fitting.

Chicago Fire – Newborn Twin Background Casting Call

Job Description

Chicago Fire is seeking newborn twins for upcoming scenes in the television series. The production is specifically looking for Latina/Latino or Caucasian newborn twins who can work locally in the Chicago area. Newborns will have limited time on set and will be supported by a baby nurse during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as newborn twins in scenes for Chicago Fire
• Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or guardian
• Work with the production team and on-set baby nurse
• Be available for the required filming schedule

Requirements

• Newborn twins only
• Latina/Latino or Caucasian
• Girls or boys
• Must weigh 10 pounds or less
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany newborns during production

Compensation

• $200 for up to 2 hours of work

Chicago Fire – FBI Agent Background Actors

Job Description

Chicago Fire is seeking men and women to portray FBI agents in upcoming scenes filming in Chicago. These paid, non-speaking background roles are looking for talent who can deliver a polished and professional federal agent appearance while working naturally in a television production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in background scenes for Chicago Fire
• Perform natural non-speaking action during filming
• Follow direction from the production and background teams
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Maintain a professional FBI agent appearance throughout production

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–60s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair
• Professional appearance suitable for portraying an FBI agent
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Must be available for the required wardrobe fitting and filming

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• $40 for a 2-hour wardrobe fitting

Chicago Fire – Featured Palmer Still Photo Shoot

Job Description

A popular Chicago television drama is seeking men for a featured still photo shoot portraying a character named Palmer. This paid casting opportunity is looking for talent who can deliver a natural, authentic look for photos that will be presented to the production director.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a featured still photo shoot for a television production
• Portray the Palmer character as directed by the production team
• Follow posing and creative direction during the photo session
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout the shoot
• Be available for the required fitting and photo shoot

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 40s–50s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Comfortable participating in a professional still photo shoot
• Must be available for the fitting and photo shoot

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours

Chicago Fire – Trendy Bar Scene Background Actors

Job Description

A popular television drama is seeking hip, trendy, and stylish men and women for an upcoming bar scene filming in Chicago. This paid background acting opportunity is looking for talent who can bring a fashionable, energetic, and authentic nightlife atmosphere to the scene. These are non-speaking extra roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bar patrons in a lively television scene
• Perform natural background action during filming
• Help create an authentic and energetic bar atmosphere
• Follow direction from the production and background teams
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 20s–40s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Hip, trendy, and stylish appearance
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking background role

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours

Chicago Fire – Featured Firefighter Background Actor

Job Description

A popular television drama is seeking a Latino male to portray a featured firefighter in an upcoming Chicago production. This paid, non-speaking featured background role requires talent who can deliver an authentic firefighter look and work naturally in a professional television environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a featured non-speaking background role
• Perform natural on-camera action as directed by production
• Maintain an authentic and professional firefighter appearance
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming
• Follow direction and remain professional throughout production

Requirements

• Latino male
• Ages 30s–40s
• Must be clean-shaven
• Must have short hair
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois
• Must be available for the required wardrobe fitting and filming

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours
• Time and a half after 8 hours
• $40 wardrobe fitting fee