Chicago Extras Auditions

Job Description

A paid background casting call is now hiring men and women to portray fashion workroom employees for a production filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a three-day booking for local talent available to work multiple filming dates. Casting directors are seeking individuals with a current, natural look who can portray authentic workplace employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fashion workroom employee in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity across all three filming days.
• Arrive camera-ready with your current appearance.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.
• Must be available for all three filming dates:
  • Monday, July 20
  • Tuesday, July 21
  • Thursday, July 23
• Must be able to work in the Atlanta area (near Howell Mill)

Compensation

• $150 for up to 10 hours.

Job Description

A music video for an undisclosed artist is seeking featured background actors for a paid production in Nashville, Tennessee. Casting directors are looking for authentic, diverse individuals who represent the energy of a real neighborhood celebration. This is an excellent opportunity for local talent to appear in a professionally produced music video with featured background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured background characters in the music video.
• Follow direction from the director and production team throughout filming.
• Participate naturally in celebration scenes, including movement and dancing when appropriate.
• Be available for the full filming day.

Requirements

• Must be a local hire in the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Non-union talent only.
• Men, women, and transgender women ages 18–80 of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Seeking authentic individuals from diverse backgrounds, professions, body types, and lifestyles.
• One featured role is specifically seeking a Black male, ages 40–60, with a professional business look and comfort dancing in celebration scenes.
• Submit your contact information, recent color photos (close-up and full body), and a short introduction video. A dancing video is encouraged.

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours.
• Paid featured background opportunity.
• Chance to appear in a professionally produced music video.

Job Description

A television production is seeking male stand-ins for an upcoming season filming in Chicago, Illinois. These paid stand-in roles are ideal for performers who closely match the physical specifications of principal actors and are available for long-term production. Stand-ins play an essential role by assisting with lighting, camera blocking, and rehearsals before scenes are filmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal actors during rehearsals and camera setup.
• Follow direction from the director, camera department, and production crew.
• Be available for regular weekday filming and occasional evenings or Saturdays.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• SI B: African American male, ages 20s–40s, 6’1″–6’3″, 175–195 lbs, dark hair.
• SI D: Caucasian male, ages 20s–early 40s, 6’2″–6’4″, 175–220 lbs, dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Submit a recent color photo showing your current hairstyle.
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, clothing sizes, and any stand-in or extra experience.
• Use “SI B” or “SI D” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours.
• Lunch provided during filming.
• Long-term stand-in opportunity for the television season.

Job Description

A television production is seeking a featured non-speaking background actor to portray a high-ranking firefighter for an upcoming episode of Chicago Fire filming in Chicago, Illinois. This paid opportunity is open to local talent who can attend a wardrobe fitting and portray an experienced firefighter with an authentic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured high-ranking firefighter in non-speaking scenes.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting and possible prosthetic fitting before filming.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity on set.
• Arrive prepared with the appropriate appearance for filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40s to early 60s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Bigger build with a fit appearance suitable for a high-ranking firefighter role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Submit a recent color photograph showing your current hairstyle and facial hair (if applicable).
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.
• Use “Featured White Shirt” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting pays $40 for up to 2 hours.
• Paid featured background acting opportunity.

Job Description

A non-union commercial is seeking background extras for a paid production in Marietta, Georgia. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities, ages 18–65, who are interested in appearing in a commercial. This is a great opportunity for aspiring and experienced background actors to work on a professional production while earning competitive pay.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in the commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity during the shoot.
• Arrive with your current look as shown in your submitted photos.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–65.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Submit your name, height, phone number, availability, city and state of residence, and tattoo information.
• Include a recent close-up photo, full-body photo, and professional headshot if available.
• Photos must accurately reflect your current appearance with no filters or distracting backgrounds.
• Use “JULY EXTRAS” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Paid non-union commercial opportunity.
• Professional background acting experience.

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a child supporting artist for a paid filming opportunity in the Christchurch and Bournemouth area. Casting directors are looking for a young boy who matches the character description and is comfortable performing simple gymnastic movements. This is a great opportunity for children interested in gaining experience on a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in the feature film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Perform a handstand and/or cartwheel if required for the role.
• Attend the costume fitting and filming schedule if selected.

Requirements

• Boy aged 6–8 years old.
• White/Caucasian with dark hair.
• Able to perform a handstand and/or cartwheel.
• Must be local to the Christchurch/Bournemouth area.
• Parent or guardian must submit a recent headshot along with the child’s name, age, location, and contact details.

Compensation

• Paid supporting artist opportunity.
• Professional feature film experience.
• Costume fitting and filming provided as part of the production.

Job Description

A faith-based feature film is seeking non-union background actors to portray concertgoers in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a paid opportunity for local talent looking to gain experience on a professional film set. Men and women of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this exciting background acting role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray concert attendees in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism while on set.
• Be available for the full production schedule if selected.

Requirements

• Non-union talent only.
• Men and women ages 18–70.
• Must be local to the Nashville, Tennessee area.
• Available to remain on set for up to 12 hours if needed.
• Submit your full name, height, age confirmation, location, phone number, and three current photos (including one full-body photo).
• Photos must show your current appearance with no hats, sunglasses, or filters.
• Must be eligible to complete I-9 employment verification.

Compensation

• $100 guaranteed for 8 hours ($12.50/hour).
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 8 hours.
• Paid non-union background acting opportunity.

Job Description

A film production is seeking background actors to portray coffee shop customers and cashiers for a paid shoot in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a great opportunity for men and women looking to gain on-set experience while working on a professional production. Casting is open to adults with a natural, everyday look who can help bring a busy coffee shop scene to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray coffee shop customers or cashiers in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Arrive camera-ready with your current appearance.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.
• Available to film in the Atlanta area near Howell Mill.
• Submit current photos that accurately reflect your appearance.
• Include your name, age, height, weight, clothing sizes, location, contact number, and tattoo information (if applicable).
• Use “RUSH” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $150 for up to 10 hours of work unless otherwise stated.
• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Professional on-set experience.

Job Description

A music production is seeking background actors to portray New York and New Jersey commuters for a paid project filming in Jonesboro, Georgia. The casting team is looking for adults with authentic East Coast commuter looks. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in background acting on a professional music production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray New York or New Jersey commuters in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared for the scheduled production dates.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must have a New York or New Jersey commuter look.
• Submit at least three photos, including a dated photo and a full-body photo.
• Include your age, height, weight, and complete contact information.
• Use “THE NYC LOOK” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $196 for a 12-hour filming day.
• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Professional on-set experience.

Models Aged 35+ for London Open Call

Job Description

A modeling opportunity is available for adults aged 35 and older to join a professional modeling roster through an upcoming London open call. Casting directors are seeking confident and diverse talent with or without previous modeling experience for exclusive UK representation. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring and experienced mature models looking to build their careers in fashion, commercial, and lifestyle modeling.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the London open call if selected.
• Participate in castings and future modeling opportunities.
• Represent the agency under exclusive UK representation.
• Maintain a professional attitude during auditions and assignments.

Requirements

• Must be 35 years of age or older.
• No previous modeling experience required.
• Must be available for exclusive UK representation.
• Comfortable attending an in-person open call in London if invited.
• Open to aspiring and experienced models from diverse backgrounds.

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunities through future bookings.