Chicago Extras Auditions

Police Officer Background Role – Independent Film Casting Call

Job Description
A small independent film is now casting one background actor to portray a police officer in a dramatic production titled Who Killed My Mother. Filming will take place in Newnan, Georgia.

This is a paid background acting opportunity for performers looking to gain experience on an independent film set. The role requires a professional appearance and the ability to convincingly portray law enforcement in a realistic scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors

• Maintain professional on-set conduct

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for filming

Requirements

• Must be able to portray a police officer

• Available to work in Newnan, GA

• Reliable and punctual for scheduled call time

• Comfortable working on a small independent production

Compensation

• $130 for 10 hours

• Paid via direct deposit or check

• Paid background film role

High School Student Types – Paid Background Casting Call

Job Description
A production is seeking additional high school student types for fun, smaller scenes filming tomorrow afternoon. Casting directors are looking for young adult performers who can realistically portray high school students in energetic, natural classroom or campus-style scenes.

This is a great opportunity for emerging actors and background performers looking to build on-set experience in youthful, story-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school students in background scenes

• Participate in smaller, character-driven setups

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain consistent wardrobe and performance continuity

Requirements

• Ages 18 to early 20s

• Able to convincingly portray a high school student

• Available for an afternoon call time

• Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

• $96 for 8 hours

• $18 per hour after 8 hours

• Paid background acting role

Football Fans & Referees – Background Casting Call

Job Description
A new production is casting football fans and referees for energetic crowd scenes. This project is seeking adults 18 and older to portray passionate football fans in dynamic stadium-style moments, including tight crowd shots alongside principal cast members.

Casting is open and strongly encourages performers of all backgrounds, including individuals who use wheelchairs. The goal is to create authentic, inclusive crowd scenes that reflect real football game energy.

In addition, casting is seeking a few referees. Real officiating experience is a plus, but talent with the authentic referee look and presence are also encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray football fans in high-energy crowd scenes

• Participate in tight stadium-style shots with cast members

• Perform natural reactions appropriate for a live game setting

• Referees: Portray official game referees with realistic presence

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Open to all backgrounds

• Individuals who use wheelchairs are encouraged to apply

• Referees: Real experience preferred but not required

• Must be able to portray an authentic football fan or referee

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Opportunity to appear in featured crowd scenes

Major Returning Period TV Series – Extras Casting in Scotland

Job Description
A major returning period TV series is now casting background extras throughout Scotland. Filming will take place from March through August 2026, offering multiple opportunities for performers to work across an extended production schedule.

Casting directors are seeking men and women ages 18 and older of all genders and ethnicities. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring actors, background performers, and anyone interested in gaining on-set experience in a high-profile television drama. No previous acting experience is required.

This period TV series will feature historically inspired settings and large-scale production scenes, making it a strong credit for those building their screen experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background extra in a period television series

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain period-appropriate behavior and on-set professionalism

• Be available for filming days between March and August 2026

Requirements

• Ages 18+

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Available to work in Scotland

• Reliable and able to commit to filming days as scheduled

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• £130–£250 per day (Equity/PACT rates)

• Rate dependent on hours worked

• Paid background television work

Coastal Georgia Country Music Film – Open Casting Call

Job Description
An upcoming country music feature film is now holding an open casting call for paid roles in Coastal Georgia. Filming will take place in Savannah, GA, with select shoot dates scheduled between April and June.

Casting directors are seeking local talent from South Georgia and surrounding areas, including North Florida. All ethnicities, backgrounds, and ages are encouraged to apply for this exciting country music movie. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors, background performers, and entertainment professionals looking to gain on-set experience in a feature film production.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of a country music film and experience the energy of a live production, this is your chance to get involved.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scenes for a country music feature film

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for select filming dates between April and June

• Maintain professionalism on set during long production days

Requirements

• Open to all ages and ethnicities

• Must be local to Savannah, GA, or surrounding areas

• Available for up to 12-hour filming days

• Comfortable working on a feature film set

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours

• Paid roles for all selected talent

• Opportunity to work on a country music feature film

State Secondary School Teachers – UK Campaign Casting Call

Job Description
A major UK campaign is now casting real state secondary school teachers for a paid photography and social media project. This campaign will spotlight authentic educators currently teaching in England and aims to celebrate the vibrant, diverse personalities of teachers in their 20s and 30s.

The project will include professional photography and stylised social media content designed to challenge outdated stereotypes and showcase the real faces of modern education. Teachers from all subject areas and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Filming will take place in London, and selected applicants may be invited to attend an in-person casting. Travel expenses will be covered.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photography shoot in London

• Appear in campaign imagery for print, online, and social media use

• Represent modern state secondary school educators authentically

• Follow creative direction during the shoot

Requirements

• Currently teaching in a state secondary school in England

• Ages approximately 21–34

• Open to teachers of all subjects and backgrounds

• Available to travel to London for the shoot

• Comfortable appearing in campaign photography and social media content

Compensation

• £1,250 for one shoot day

• Travel expenses covered

• Campaign usage across UK print, online, and social media (1-year buyout)

Mascot / Costume Character Performers – Midwest Live Events

Job Description
Now casting mascot and costume character performers for live events across the Midwest. Production is seeking high-energy performers to bring characters to life at large-scale events in Indianapolis, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and St. Louis.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced mascot performers, physical actors, dancers, or entertainers comfortable working in full costume. Performers must be expressive through body language and able to engage live audiences while maintaining character throughout the event.

If you have strong stamina, stage presence, and experience in live entertainment or character performance, this is a high-paying opportunity to work recurring live events in major Midwest markets.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a mascot or costumed character at live events

• Maintain character performance for extended periods

• Engage and interact with audiences in a lively, professional manner

• Follow choreography or directional cues as needed

• Represent the brand professionally at public appearances

Requirements

• Height between 5’6” and 6’0”

• Comfortable performing in full costume

• Strong physical stamina and expressive body movement

• Available to work in Midwest cities including Indianapolis, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, or St. Louis

• Prior mascot, costume character, dance, or live event experience preferred

Compensation

• $800 per live event

• Paid live event performance opportunities

• Work in major Midwest cities

ROTC College Student Type – Featured Rush Casting Call

Job Description
A rush casting call is now seeking a featured background actor for a short shoot happening later today. Casting directors are looking for a clean-cut male with an ROTC look, portraying a college student type between 18 and early 20s.

This is a featured spot offering a higher background rate for a short filming day. Talent should have a polished, disciplined appearance consistent with ROTC or military-training aesthetics. This is a great opportunity for young performers who fit the ROTC profile and are available immediately.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured ROTC-style college student

• Follow on-set direction for a short filming day

• Maintain a clean-cut, disciplined appearance on camera

• Participate in featured background scenes

Requirements

• Male, ages 18 to early 20s

• Clean-cut, ROTC or military-type appearance

• Must be available later today

• Able to work as a featured background performer

Compensation

• $150 featured rate

• Short filming day

Small Town Church Fish Fry Casting Call – Background Talent

Job Description
A new commercial project is casting background actors for a small-town church fish fry scene filming in Oxford, Georgia (near Covington). Casting directors are seeking men, women, and children to bring an authentic community atmosphere to this lively church gathering.

This opportunity is open to all ethnicities. Adult performers must be 18 or older, and children ages 9–13 are encouraged to apply. Talent with “Gator boots” is especially encouraged to note availability. Additionally, casting is seeking a Caucasian male to portray the husband of a featured actor.

This is a paid background acting opportunity ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a fun, community-driven scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray church attendees at a small-town fish fry event

• Participate in crowd and atmosphere scenes

• Follow on-set direction from production team

• Maintain energy and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+

• Kids ages 9–13 (will work one filming day)

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work in Oxford, GA

• Caucasian male needed for featured husband role

• Talent with Gator boots is a plus

Compensation

• Adults: $96 for 8 hours

• Children: $20 gas stipend

Hockey Players – Law & Order Season 25 Casting Call

Job Description
A major television series is now casting union and non-union talent to portray hockey players for an upcoming episode of Law & Order Season 25 filming in New York. Production is seeking athletic performers who can realistically portray competitive hockey players in scripted scenes.

This is a great opportunity for experienced background actors, athletes, and performers with hockey experience to work on a long-running network television drama. Talent should be comfortable performing in sports-themed scenes and taking direction in a fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hockey players in television scenes

• Participate in sports-action background sequences

• Follow direction from assistant directors

• Maintain athletic authenticity and continuity

Requirements

• Union and non-union talent accepted

• Must be able to portray a hockey player

• Athletic build preferred

• Comfortable performing in sports-related scenes

• Available to work in New York

Compensation

• Paid television role

• Union and non-union rates apply

• Opportunity to work on a network TV series