Chicago Extras Auditions

Teen Background Actors to Portray Middle School Students

Job Description
A network television series is casting teen background actors to portray middle school students in a non-union background role. This scene requires natural, age-appropriate behavior and the ability to follow direction in a professional on-set environment. It’s a great opportunity for young performers to gain experience on a television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray middle school students in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction for background movement and continuity

• Interact naturally with other background performers

• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming

Requirements

• All genders, ages 11–14

• Must be local to the Nashville, TN area

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a school setting

• Able to commit to a full on-set day

• Reliable and able to follow instructions

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour)

• 8-hour guarantee

• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Paid non-union background role

Restaurant Staff Background Actors (Servers and Busboys)

Job Description
A film or television production is casting background actors to portray restaurant staff in an active dining scene. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring realistic service movement and professional energy to a fast-paced restaurant environment. Filming will take place in Atlanta with an afternoon call time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant servers or busboys in on-camera scenes

• Perform natural service actions such as clearing tables and assisting guests

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female performers

• Comfortable portraying restaurant staff roles

• Polished, professional appearance

• Reliable and able to work on short notice

• Must be local to the Atlanta area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional on-set experience

• Compensation details provided by production

Hair and Fashion Models for Creative Photo Sessions

Job Description
A professional salon is hosting an open model casting to discover fresh faces for upcoming creative hair and fashion photo sessions. This opportunity is open to individuals interested in collaborating on editorial-style looks and future creative projects with a professional styling and photography team.

Job Responsibilities

• Model hair and fashion looks for creative photo sessions

• Work collaboratively with stylists and photographers

• Take direction to achieve specific visual concepts

• Maintain a professional and positive presence during sessions

Requirements

• Open to all genders and looks

• Comfortable being photographed or filmed

• Interested in creative hair and fashion projects

• Reliable and professional attitude

• Ability to attend an in-person casting session

Compensation

• Opportunity for future paid modeling sessions

• Professional hair styling and creative experience

• Portfolio-building opportunities

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Male Talent With Prosthetic Limb for Print Campaign

Job Description
A paid print project is seeking male on-camera talent who uses a prosthetic limb for a professional photoshoot. This role is non-speaking and focused on authentic representation. All experience levels are welcome, making this a great opportunity for talent interested in commercial print work and inclusive storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional print photoshoot

• Follow posing and creative direction from the production team

• Represent authentic, real-life experiences on camera

• Maintain professionalism throughout fitting and shoot days

Requirements

• Male performers ages 35–50

• Must use a prosthetic limb

• Caucasian appearance

• Comfortable being photographed for print media

• Able to work as a local hire in New York City

• All experience levels encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Fitting: $250 plus additional percentage (up to 2 hours, if applicable)

• Shoot day: $750 plus additional percentage (10-hour day)

• Usage fee: $3,750 plus additional percentage (adult usage)

• Paid professional print campaign

Jazz Club Goers for Film Scene

Job Description
A film production is casting African American men and women to portray jazz club patrons in an atmospheric, music-driven scene. This role is ideal for performers who can bring relaxed, authentic energy to a lounge-style setting and help create a vibrant jazz club environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jazz club guest in a scripted scene

• React naturally to live music and surrounding action

• Follow on-set direction for background movement and continuity

• Maintain a polished, camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• African American male and female performers

• Ages 21 and older

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a nightlife setting

• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

• Local to the filming area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

Elite Female Soccer Players for Feature Film

Job Description
A major feature film production is seeking elite-level female soccer players to appear on screen in competitive soccer scenes. This role is designed for highly skilled athletes who can perform authentic gameplay and bring realism to a professional sports storyline. Filming will take place over multiple dates, and performers must be able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform high-level soccer play on camera

• Participate in choreographed and live-action game sequences

• Follow athletic and creative direction from the production team

• Maintain consistency, energy, and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Female soccer players ages 18 and older

• Elite or high-level competitive soccer experience required

• Strong technical skills and game awareness

• Comfortable performing soccer action on camera

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the NY/NJ area

• Reliable availability during the production window

Compensation

• Paid on-camera athletic role

• Multi-day filming opportunity

• Professional feature film experience

Male Background Actor for Delivery Person Role

Job Description
A television series is casting a male background actor to portray a delivery person in an upcoming scene. This role requires a clean-cut, professional appearance and the ability to follow on-set direction while contributing to a realistic workplace environment. The scene will be filmed for a scripted television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a delivery person in a television scene

• Follow blocking and direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Appear camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Male performers ages 20s–40s

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Comfortable performing background action on camera

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Real Dad and Child for Television Series Scene

Job Description
A television production is casting a real father and child to appear together in a scripted scene. This role focuses on authentic interaction and natural chemistry between parent and child, helping bring realism to a family moment on screen. The production is seeking genuine parent-child pairs for background work in a professional TV environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera together in a television scene

• Interact naturally as a real parent and child

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

Requirements

• Real father and child pairing

• Child must be 6 years old

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Available for filming and a wardrobe fitting during the same week

• Child must be eligible to obtain a work permit

• Reliable, patient, and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• Paid background roles

Background Actors for Television Series Scenes

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to appear in interior and exterior scenes filmed in the Chicago area. The production is seeking clean-cut performers to help create realistic, everyday environments on screen. This opportunity is open to a wide age range and is ideal for talent interested in non-union television background work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray everyday background characters in scripted scenes

• Follow on-set direction for movement and continuity

• Appear in both indoor and outdoor filming environments

• Maintain a professional and camera-ready appearance

Requirements

• Clean-shaven male performers with short hair

• Female performers welcome

• Ages 20s–70s

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction

• Prior background experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television set experience

Female Stand-In for Television Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking during filming. This role requires close physical matching to ensure accuracy on set and is ideal for performers with attention to detail and the ability to follow technical direction. Stand-ins play a key role in supporting production efficiency and visual consistency.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup

• Match height, weight, and overall appearance for continuity

• Follow precise blocking and technical direction

• Remain available and attentive during on-set preparation

Requirements

• Female performers

• Latina appearance preferred

• Ages 30s–50s

• Height between 4’11” and 5’2”

• Weight range 120–150 lbs

• Brown or grey hair

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states

• Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented

• Stand-in or background experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role

• Professional television set experience

• Compensation details provided by production