Chicago Extras Auditions

Gala Guest and Bartender Background Actors

Job Description
A vertical drama series is seeking background actors to portray upscale gala guests and bartenders. This role offers the chance to appear in stylish, high-energy event scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray guests or bartenders at a formal gala

• Interact naturally within crowd scenes

• Follow wardrobe and performance direction

Requirements

• Men and women ages 18–50

• Comfortable working in social event settings

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $100 per day unless otherwise stated

Maid Background Actors

Job Description
Casting background actors to portray household maids in a villa setting for a scripted drama series. These roles help establish atmosphere and realism within luxury scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray maids working within a villa environment

• Perform light background actions as directed

• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Women ages 18–50

• Must fit clothing sizes 0–4

• Professional attitude on set

Bodyguard Background Actors

Job Description
A scripted series is casting background actors to portray professional bodyguards in a villa setting. This role is perfect for performers who can project confidence and authority on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bodyguards in dramatic scenes

• Maintain a strong, alert on-screen presence

• Follow blocking and direction precisely

Requirements

• Men ages 20–50

• Must own an all-black suit

• Able to maintain a serious, professional demeanor

Compensation

• $100 per day unless otherwise stated

Hospital Scene Background Actors

Job Description
Background actors are needed to portray nurses and visitors in hospital scenes for a dramatic vertical series. This role adds realism to key story moments in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital staff or visitors

• React naturally within scripted hospital scenes

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–60

• Comfortable working in medical-style environments

• Reliable and attentive to direction

Compensation

• $100 per day unless otherwise stated

Prenatal Class Couple Background Actors

Job Description
Casting couples to portray attendees in a prenatal class scene for a scripted vertical series. This role suits pairs who can naturally interact on camera and contribute to an authentic classroom environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple attending a prenatal class

• Participate naturally in seated group scenes

• Follow production direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–40

• Couples encouraged to apply together

• Individuals may apply and be paired by production

• Pregnant women strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation

• $100 per day unless otherwise stated

Auction Scene Background Actors

Job Description
A new vertical short-form drama series is casting background actors to portray bidders in an auction setting. This role is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a fast-paced, professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray auction bidders in a realistic, engaging manner

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity during scenes

• Be punctual and prepared for filming

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–60

• Comfortable working as a background actor

• Able to take direction and work well in group scenes

Compensation

• $100 per day unless otherwise stated

Professional Dancers for Retail Commercial

Job Description
A retail commercial is casting professional dancers to bring energy, movement, and personality to a lifestyle-driven production. This role is ideal for experienced dancers who can perform naturally on camera while maintaining strong physical presence and rhythm.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dance-based movement for commercial scenes

• Follow choreography or movement direction as needed

• Maintain energy and consistency across multiple takes

• Collaborate with the creative team on set

Requirements

• Ages 18–50

• Professional dance experience required

• All genders and ethnic appearances welcome

• Florida-based and able to work as a local hire in Tampa

• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $3,500

Differently Abled Talent for Retail Commercial

Job Description
A retail chain commercial is seeking differently abled talent to appear in an inclusive, real-life focused production. This project highlights authentic representation and celebrates individuals of all abilities in everyday retail moments. Talent should feel natural, confident, and comfortable on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a retail store setting

• Portray everyday shopping or lifestyle moments

• Follow simple on-set direction

• Participate in fittings and filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Ages 1–90

• Open to all disabilities and abilities

• All genders and ethnic appearances encouraged

• Florida-based and able to work as a local hire in Tampa

• Comfortable working in a commercial environment

Compensation

• $3,500

Child Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is casting child background actors for non-speaking roles in a professional production. This project will film winter-themed scenes and is looking for kids who can naturally appear on camera and follow simple on-set direction. Filming will take place across multiple locations and requires full-day availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background performers in scripted film scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant director and production team

• Maintain focus and professionalism during long filming days

• Participate in outdoor winter-style scenes as needed

Requirements

• Children ages 6–12

• Comfortable working on a film set

• Able to commit to full-day shoots (morning or afternoon call times)

• Parent or guardian consent required

• Must be available for extended filming hours

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA: $224 for 8 hours

• Non-Union: $187 for up to 10 hours

• Rates are non-negotiable

• Overtime may apply based on production schedule

Female Talent for Skincare Commercial

Job Description
A skincare commercial is casting female talent for a professional beauty-focused production. This role is ideal for confident, camera-ready performers who can naturally represent skincare routines and results in a clean, polished commercial setting. The shoot spans multiple days and requires full availability.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a skincare and beauty commercial

• Follow creative direction for lifestyle and close-up scenes

• Maintain a professional presence throughout filming

• Be available for all scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Women ages 21 and older

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a beauty-focused production

• Must be available for all shoot days

• Local hire only (no travel provided)

Compensation

• $500 per day

• 20% agency fee applies

• 3-day shoot

• Each workday up to 8 hours