Chicago Extras Auditions

Background Talent and Kids for TV Series

Job Description
A TV series production is casting background talent for a multi-day shoot. This opportunity is open to adults and children, offering a chance to be part of a professional set and gain on-camera experience. The production is seeking fresh faces who can bring authenticity and natural presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a television series
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Participate in costume fittings as required
• Maintain professionalism and continuity on set

Requirements

• Open to adults and children ages 9–12
• Must be available for multiple shoot days
• Comfortable working on camera
• Able to attend a costume fitting prior to filming
• Must not have worked on this production previously

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Experience working on a professional TV set

Talent for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A high-paying commercial campaign is now casting talent for multiple on-camera roles. This opportunity is open to individuals who can bring strong presence, personality, and professionalism to a dynamic production. The project is seeking diverse talent ready to participate in a major campaign with wide exposure and usage included.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial production across multiple roles
• Deliver confident and engaging on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the creative and production team
• Contribute to a polished and professional final product

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 21–55
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Strong personality and professional attitude

Compensation

• $18,000 rate (usage included)
• High-exposure commercial opportunity

Background Actors for Gold Rush-Era Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors for a Gold Rush-era production, bringing historical stories to life through immersive and visually rich scenes. This project is seeking a wide range of talent to portray townspeople and workers from the 1800s, offering a unique opportunity to be part of a period film with strong cultural and historical elements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray various historical roles in background scenes
• Follow direction to maintain authenticity and continuity
• Wear period-appropriate wardrobe and styling
• Contribute to realistic, story-driven environments on set

Requirements

• Open to all ages, genders, and ethnicities
• Ability to portray Gold Rush-era characters
• No visible tattoos, dyed hair, or facial piercings
• Comfortable working in period wardrobe and outdoor settings
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a historical feature film production

Background Talent for “Peaky Blinders” TV Series

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting supporting artists for an exciting new season set in the 1950s. This opportunity is open to individuals of all ages and genders who can authentically portray characters from the era. The production is seeking talent with a natural look and the ability to embody vintage style, contributing to a visually rich and historically accurate environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a period TV series
• Maintain a 1950s-appropriate look and style on camera
• Follow direction to support scene continuity and realism
• Contribute to immersive, story-driven environments

Requirements

• Must have a 1950s-appropriate appearance
• Natural hairstyles only (no modern cuts or styles)
• No visible piercings
• Comfortable working on camera in period wardrobe
• Open to all ages and genders

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a high-profile television production

High-End Global Investors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting men and women to portray high-end global investors and elite professionals in upscale event scenes. This opportunity is perfect for talent who can embody sophistication, confidence, and an international presence. The production is seeking individuals who can realistically portray affluent attendees at a high-level investment gathering.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high-end investors in background film scenes
• Maintain a polished, professional appearance on camera
• Follow direction to create realistic, upscale environments
• Contribute to the atmosphere of elite social and business settings

Requirements

• Ages 18+, all ethnicities and international looks encouraged
• Must present a sophisticated, upscale appearance
• Open availability preferred for multiple shoot days
• Comfortable working on camera in formal or business attire

Compensation

• $150 for 12-hour filming day
• $50 fitting rate if required

Freedom Trail Tour Guides for Apple TV Series

Job Description
A major TV series is casting background talent to portray Freedom Trail tour guides in a historical setting. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a passion for history and strong personality who can bring authenticity and character to colonial-era scenes. Real tour guides are encouraged to apply, especially those who can naturally embody the role and enhance the production’s historical accuracy.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Freedom Trail tour guide in a TV series
• Wear and present colonial-style wardrobe on camera
• Deliver natural, engaging presence in background scenes
• Follow direction to maintain historical authenticity

Requirements

• Ages 18+
• Must have your own colonial-style wardrobe
• Strong personality and interest in history
• Real tour guide experience is a plus
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Work on a professional Apple TV series production

Male Talent for TV Series “Ruthless”

Job Description
A TV series production is urgently casting male talent for immediate background roles. This is a fast-paced opportunity for individuals ready to work on set and gain experience in a professional television environment. The production is seeking dependable, camera-ready talent who can follow direction and contribute to dynamic scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a TV series
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity
• Be prepared for same-day or short-notice filming
• Contribute to realistic and engaging scenes

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18+
• Must be available immediately
• Comfortable working on camera
• Able to follow direction and work efficiently on set
• Professional, reliable, and ready to work

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience on a television production

Talent with Juggling Skills for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A major commercial campaign is casting talented individuals with juggling skills for a high-paying shoot. This opportunity is perfect for performers who can showcase unique abilities while bringing confidence and personality to the screen. The production is seeking engaging talent who can deliver entertaining and visually captivating performances in a professional commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform juggling skills on camera for a commercial shoot
• Deliver engaging and entertaining performances
• Follow creative direction during filming and potential rehearsal
• Contribute to dynamic and visually appealing scenes

Requirements

• Must be 25 years or older
• Skilled in juggling with strong performance ability
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

Compensation

• $500 per shoot day
• $4,000 usage payment if featured in final edit

Asian Investors for Feature Film “Ally Clark”

Job Description
A feature film production is casting talent to portray Asian investors in key background roles. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who can bring a polished, professional presence to screen and contribute to a high-quality cinematic project. Talent will help create a realistic and engaging environment in scenes requiring business and upscale character portrayals.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray investor roles in film scenes
• Maintain a professional and polished on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Contribute to realistic, story-driven background moments

Requirements

• Must be able to portray Asian investor roles
• Strong, professional appearance and demeanor
• Open availability preferred for multiple shoot dates
• Comfortable working on a film set

Compensation

• $150 for a 12-hour filming day
• Paid background role in a feature film

Job Description
A visually striking Afrobeats music video is seeking dark-skinned models for a paid shoot featuring beauty shots, model poses, and a featured love interest role. This production is looking for confident, expressive talent with natural rhythm and strong on-camera presence. The project will highlight movement, style, and cultural energy in a dynamic and music-driven setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a model and featured love interest in a music video
• Participate in beauty shots and stylized model poses
• Express rhythm, movement, and emotion on camera
• Collaborate with the creative team to capture visually engaging scenes

Requirements

• Dark-skinned models with strong on-camera confidence
• Comfortable performing in a music video setting
• Ability to showcase natural rhythm and expressive movement
• Strong presence and ability to embody a love interest role

Compensation

• $300 total rate (approximately 6 hours)