NBC Casting Calls and Auditions

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and the Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!

Casting Alert!

Searching for GIRLS, AGES 10 TO 14, ALL ETHNICITIES,  to work a FEATURED NON-SPEAKING ROLE as a girl with a stomach ache in our hospital scene.

This will film on Tuesday, Feb. 21st, and require a Covid Test and Fitting on Friday, Feb. 17th. This is happening fast. Please send in photos quickly.
Any child who works will need a Joan Philo work permit. This is for our next episode of Chicago Fire. 

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Casting Call for Low End Cars

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border states to IL ONLY!

Still searching for African American, male and female with LOW END CARS FOR 2.17.

We are SEARCHING FOR LOW END CARS (NOT NICE CARS) No white, NO RED.

Casting Alert!

• Searching for AFRICAN AMERICAN, MALES AND FEMALES, all 20’s to 60’s, Some with LOW END CARS, who can work on FRIDAY, FEB. 17TH., and Covid test (takes about one hour) on Wed., Feb. 15th on Chicago Fire.
• You must send in all your clothing sizes or you won’t be considered.
• Men: suit jacket, neck, sleeve, T-shirt, waist, inseam, shoe size
• Women: Dress, pant, T-shirt, shoe size

This is an outdoor scene, and some will work inside and outside, and we are casting NEIGHBORHOOD TYPES and EXTRAS with LOW END CARS (no white, no red,). CARS can be dented, rusted, beatup looking, older cars.

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and the Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!

Casting Alert!

Searching for MALES AND FEMALES, all ethnicities, 20’s to 60’s, to play POLICE on Friday, Feb. 17th. This will require a Covid test (at Cinespace Studio) on Wed., Feb.15th.

To apply you must have short hair, no beards, and mustache is okay.

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border states to IL ONLY!

Casting Alert! Please help us spread the word!!

Searching for AFRICAN AMERICAN, BOYS, 4’6 TO 4’8, MED. BUILD who can work on, THURSDAY, FEB. 6TH AND FRIDAY, FEB. 17TH., and Covid test (takes about one hour) on TUES., Feb. 14th on Chicago Fire. (CHILD AND GUARDIAN BOTH NEED TO TEST)

Children need a JOAN PHILO work permit in order to work. If you don’t have a JOAN PHILO work permit and you can obtain one quickly please email and send child’s photograph, and ask for a “letter of intent”, include their name, guardian name, height, weight, age, clothing sizes with shoe size. If you already have a Joan Philo work permit send it with email.

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Casting Call

Casting Alert!

Searching for males and females, all ethnicities, 20’s to 60’s, who can work on Friday., Feb. 10th, and Covid test (takes about one hour) on Wed., Feb. 8th on Chicago Fire.

You must send in all your clothing sizes or you won’t be considered.

Men: suit jacket, neck, sleeve, T-shirt, waist, inseam, shoe size

Women: Dress, pant, T-shirt, shoe size

This is an outdoor scene, and some will work inside and outside, and we are casting HOSPITAL TYPES and people with CARS (no white, no red, no black)

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border states to IL ONLY!

Please don’t apply if you have work in the last three weeks on Chicago Fire.

NBC series seeking real tennis players.

Union Photo Double role. Both int/ext shoot.  Must be highly experienced playing and competing in tennis games.

Testing and working in NYC area. $450/8hr, $100 testing stipend.

Testing on Wednesday 2/1 and working Thursday 2/2, Friday 2/3, Monday 2/6.

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!

Casting Alert!

Searching for FEMALE SENIOR CITIZENS late 60’s to 80’s, all ethnicities, to work as an non-speaking extra in an indoor scene. You will need to Covid test (takes about one hour), attend a wardrobe fitting (takes about two hours or less) and then work one day, TBD, for our next episode on Chicago Fire.

This is for a cool scene where you will be opening a door into a hallway.

We start filming next week.

Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY !

Casting Alert!

Searching for a FEMALE LATINA, LIGHT COMPLEXION AFRICAN AMERICAN, dark hair, 5’7 to 5’11”, thin to medium build to work as a stand in (same height and coloring as actor to use in place of the actor to light and camera block the scene), on Wed., Feb. 1st, Thurs., Feb. 2nd, and Fri. Feb 3rd, and possibly longer.

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Job Description

The Production Engineer I is responsible for the smooth operation of daily tasks and troubleshooting. This individual will be responsible for day to day activity in the Postproduction, graphic and studio areas. The position is responsible for experienced level troubleshooting and support as well as participating in short and long-term strategic planning of all broadcast technology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the smooth operation of Graphics and Post-Production for the facility acting as a front-line support, that can trouble shoot and diagnosis technical errors
• Responsible for confirming that equipment used in the Graphics and postproduction process works properly.
• Works with external providers to resolve technical and workflow issues with provided equipment and systems.
• Implementation of a routine preventative maintenance program, that includes software and hardware updates.
• Installing Video, Audio and Graphic equipment
• Regulates, documents and implements procedures
• Responsible for the support of both Live and Post-Production operations within the facility.
• Passionate about the Graphics process, excited by new technologies and opportunities and ready to help develop and improve the existing process and infrastructure.
• Proficient at communicating both problems and solutions to technical and non-technical personnel alike and will help develop new processes, technologies, and techniques, which will help to improve the running of the facility.
• Desire to be proactive and enhance the department needs

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in the technical support of Graphics and Post-Production Facility or operation.
• BS degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education/experience.

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge and experience with Mac systems
• Knowledge and experience with Adobe CS Production Bundle & C4D, render solutions,
• Knowledge and experience with Avid Media Composer, Interplay, and Nexis preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication as well as diplomacy skills
• Knowledge of 4K workflows a plus
• Possess strong hands-on, problem-solving skills with broadcast-related equipment and systems, with the ability to meet deadlines, and with an understanding of the urgent and dynamic needs of an “On-Air” broadcast facility.
• The ability to work both alone and in a team environment with fellow Engineers, Operations, IT, Transmission and other departments, while maintaining a strong Customer focus.
• Clear understanding of a variety of video and audio CODECS, wrappers and the formats involved in file-based workflows.
• Adobe Production Bundle, including Adobe After Effects and Photoshop
• Experience and understanding of network production is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of MAC OS and Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
• Working knowledge of data transfer acceleration systems such as File Catalyst, Aspera, Signiant and SFTP.
• Experience and understanding of anti-piracy measures and the relationship with IT security in a Graphics and Post-Production environment.
• Good understanding of modern Graphics and Post-Production workflows and media management.
• Ability and desire to learn new production technologies.
• Experience with VM platforms a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
• In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT.
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
NBC Sports

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Facilitate remote (@Home) productions between a Stamford-based Control Room and at remote truck on-site for multiple events across the country, working with both Stamford-based and remote Engineering and Operations staff.
• Keep up to date with all relevant production technologies and be prepared to make recommendations for improving workflows.
• Provide front line engineering and technical support across five (5) studios and nine (9) control rooms.
• Perform system level troubleshooting of technical facilities, including, but not limited to, control rooms, studio equipment, audio equipment, and computer systems associated with those areas
• Perform preventative maintenance on studio & control room equipment
• Assist Studio Operations with control room and studio technical setup.
• Interface with production and operations teams to implement technical solutions to meet production initiatives
• Perform equipment and systems software installation and updates.
• Repair/troubleshoot equipment to module level utilizing industry standard test equipment

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent experience in remote/mobile unit operations/engineering
• 5+ years of total experience in a television broadcast environment or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Experience with robotic camera systems
• College degree in engineering or related field, and/or equivalent experience.
• Extensive Knowledge of Microsoft Windows platforms.
• Proficient with broadcast production systems and software including Audio Consoles, Intercom Systems, Video Switchers, Wireless audio, server-based playout, and communications systems.
• Understanding of TCP/IP networks and other PC networking technologies.
• Understanding of digital TV (HDSDI) as well as core technical/plant facilities.
• Proficient in software-driven broadcast video equipment.
• Ability to read and understand system signal flow diagrams for television control room and studio facilities.
• In-depth understanding of wireless audio and communication technologies
• Position requires excellent interpersonal skills. The position requires a cool, levelheaded individual who works well under the pressures of “live” television
• Hands-on, problem-solving skills with broadcast-related equipment and systems.
• Understanding of the urgent needs of the on-air Sports environment; ability to stay focused and productive in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing assignments.
• Ability to support a 24×7 production environment.
• Strong customer focus
• Must be a self-starter who is able to meet deadlines.
• The ability to work alone and in a team environment with fellow engineers, Operations, IT and other departments.
• Willingness to travel
• Excellent written and verbal communication as well as diplomacy skills

Desired Characteristics

• Ability and willingness to learn new production technologies.
• Specific experience with Sony cameras and switchers, EVS Servers, Evertz Routing and Modular boards, RTS Intercom, Calrec Audio Consoles including the RP-1, 2110 multicast video, Evertz Magnum, Grass Valley Orbit, and Tektronix and Leader test and measurement systems
• System Design, AutoCad, Project Management Experience
• Television production and workflow experience
• Knowledge of computer server installation and maintenance.

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT, and travel when required
• Willingness to work extended shifts on short notice to cover live sports productions and system maintenance
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
• In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols.
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Must be able to lift equipment packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
• It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
NBC Sports