Chicago Extras Auditions

Female Inmates for Lifetime Film

Job Description
A Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking female background actors to portray inmates in a small scene filming in East Point, Georgia. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a natural, authentic presence to a dramatic film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a female inmate in a background scene.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background performers.

Requirements

• Female performers.
• Caucasian.
• Ages 23–50.
• Must be available to work in East Point, Georgia.
• No ear gauges, false eyelashes, false nails, or bleached/multicolored hair.
• Must be comfortable appearing in a non-speaking background role.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.

Entrepreneurs and Business Founders Who Use Adobe

Job Description

A digital commercial project is seeking real entrepreneurs and business founders in Los Angeles or San Francisco who left corporate careers to pursue entrepreneurship and currently use Adobe products in their day-to-day business operations. The production welcomes founders from a wide range of industries, including flower shops, doggy day spas, agencies, startups, apparel brands, restaurants, coffee roasters, bookstores, and other businesses. This non-union opportunity features a fun, comedic concept highlighting authentic journeys from corporate careers to independent business ownership.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera and share your authentic journey from corporate employment to entrepreneurship.
• Discuss how Adobe products are used within your business.
• Participate comfortably in conversational and comedic on-camera content.
• Represent your real business and entrepreneurial experience authentically.
• Follow creative direction from the production team during filming.

Requirements

• Must be a real entrepreneur or business founder.
• Must have left a corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship.
• Must currently use one or more Adobe products as part of daily business operations.
• Any age and ethnicity are welcome.
• Must be comfortable speaking on camera.
• Must be able to work in Los Angeles or San Francisco, California.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $1,500.

Musical Movie – Audience Extras

Job Description

The autobiographical fantasy musical movie “Buffalo Shaman” is seeking additional audience extras for an intimate musical scene filming in Buffalo, New York. Selected background actors will portray seated audience members during a musical performance featuring a 1970s-inspired funk sound. Previous extras who have appeared in the production or related films are also welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a seated audience member during an intimate musical performance.
• React naturally to the performance while cameras are rolling.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Help create an authentic audience atmosphere for the musical scene.
• Maintain professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Buffalo, New York.
• Comfortable appearing as a seated audience extra.
• Able to follow production direction and perform naturally on camera.
• Previous background acting experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

“Eden Goes Home” Musical – Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description

“Eden Goes Home,” a new one-act musical dramedy participating in the New York Theater Festival, is seeking four non-union actors who are strong singers for a production in New York City. The musical follows a family drama centered on generational tension, mental health, socioeconomic status, and national identity. Available roles include George, Granny, Shannon, and Professor Frisk, with each character offering performers an opportunity to bring emotional depth, personality, and strong vocal ability to the stage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal or supporting character in the one-act musical.
• Learn and perform scripted dialogue, music, and stage direction.
• Bring emotional authenticity and strong vocal ability to the production.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and creative team during rehearsals and performances.
• Participate in required rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Non-union actors who are strong singers.
• George: Male, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; an optimistic father struggling to provide stability for his family; baritone.
• Granny: Female, ages 60–80s, Caucasian; a woman severely affected by dementia who experiences moments of clarity; mezzo-soprano.
• Shannon: Female, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; Eden’s Irish mother, portrayed as warm, perceptive, and supportive; Irish dialect required.
• Professor Frisk: Any gender and ethnicity, ages 30–70s; a serious astronomy professor with a direct, no-nonsense personality.
• Strong acting, singing, and character-development abilities.
• Must be able to perform in New York City.
• Must be able to commit to the required rehearsal and performance schedule.

Compensation

• All acting positions are paid.
• Specific compensation rates will be discussed with selected performers.

Hospital Scene – Doctors, Nurses, Orderlies, Patients and EMTs

Job Description

A production filming in Griffin, Georgia, is seeking background actors for a hospital scene. Roles include doctors, nurses, orderlies, patient care technicians, patients, hospital visitors, and experienced certified or trained EMTs. Selected talent will help create an authentic and realistic hospital environment while working with the production team on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital staff, patients, visitors, or emergency medical personnel in background scenes.
• Perform natural hospital-related actions as directed by the production team.
• Help create a realistic and professional hospital environment on camera.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Remain professional and reliable during production.

Requirements

• Talent able to work as a local hire in Griffin, Georgia.
• Open to performers portraying doctors, nurses, orderlies, patient care technicians, patients, and hospital visitors.
• EMT roles require real certified or trained EMT experience.
• Comfortable working in a professional production environment.
• Able to follow direction and perform naturally on camera.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Lifetime Film – Police Officer

Job Description

A Lifetime film based on a documentary is seeking a male background actor to portray a police officer in East Point, Georgia. The scene will feature police officers and detectives, and the selected performer should be comfortable portraying a professional law enforcement officer on camera. This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a background scene.
• Perform naturally alongside other actors portraying officers and detectives.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain a professional and authentic law enforcement presence on camera.

Requirements

• Caucasian male performer.
• Must have a clean-shaven appearance or a mustache.
• Must have black boots, shoes, or sneakers and a white shirt.
• Must be local to the Atlanta/East Point, Georgia area.
• Reliable and comfortable working on a professional film set.

Compensation

• $140 for 12 hours.

Chicago Fire – Redhead Female Stand-In

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a redhead female stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago, Illinois. The selected performer will work as a stand-in for an actor, helping the crew prepare lighting and camera setups before filming. This paid stand-in opportunity is open to talent local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting and camera blocking.
• Match the actor’s position and movements as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout the workday.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 30–50.
• Red hair.
• Height between 5’6″ and 5’8″.
• Weight between 120 and 150 lbs.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Stand-in or previous on-set experience is preferred.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – Lara

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actress for the lead role of Lara in New York City. Lara is an aspiring fitness trainer who is ambitious, disciplined, and constantly working toward her future. While she projects confidence, uncertainty remains beneath the surface, creating an opportunity for a nuanced and emotionally layered performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lara, an aspiring fitness trainer, in a lead role.
• Capture the character’s ambition, discipline, confidence, and underlying uncertainty.
• Deliver emotionally authentic scripted performances.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate with other cast members.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Female performer, mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong acting skills and an engaging screen presence.
• Able to portray an ambitious and disciplined aspiring fitness professional.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.

Job Description

AMSEM is seeking a Floral Designer to join its expanding production team and contribute to upcoming creative projects. The role will involve developing floral concepts and arrangements that complement the visual direction of productions while working alongside set designers and other creative team members.

Job Responsibilities

• Create floral concepts and arrangements for creative productions.
• Select flowers and materials that complement the visual direction.
• Collaborate with set designers and other production team members.
• Prepare and arrange floral elements for production environments.
• Maintain consistency with the project’s overall creative aesthetic.

Requirements

• Experience in floral design or a closely related creative field.
• Strong understanding of composition, styling, and visual presentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a creative production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and artistic presentation.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

AMSEM is expanding its creative production team and looking for a Set Designer to contribute to upcoming projects. The selected designer will help develop and execute visually engaging environments that support each project’s creative direction while collaborating closely with the wider production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop set concepts based on the project’s creative direction.
• Plan and execute visually cohesive production environments.
• Collaborate with production and other creative departments.
• Source or coordinate appropriate set elements and materials.
• Help ensure sets are prepared according to production requirements.

Requirements

• Experience in set design, production design, or a related creative field.
• Strong visual and conceptual design skills.
• Ability to translate creative concepts into physical environments.
• Comfortable collaborating within a production team.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.