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4 Star Casting

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4 Star Casting, Inc. – Elevating Background Casting Nationwide Founded in 2010 in Chicago, 4 Star Casting, Inc. has grown from a local casting resource into a national leader in background talent casting. What began with securing union and non-union extras for projects across the Midwest has evolved into a full-scale, nationwide operation powered by an expansive talent network and a team of expert casting directors. Today, our footprint spans Illinois, California, Maryland, Georgia, with expanded teams launching in Texas (2025) and Arizona (late 2025). This reach enables us to source top-tier background talent from across the country, ensuring productions of all scales have access to diverse, reliable, and professionally vetted performers. Our Mission At 4 Star Casting, we bring stories to life by providing exceptional background performers who enhance every frame. We combine industry experience, cutting-edge technology, and deep creative insight to match productions with talent that elevates visual storytelling. What Sets Us Apart • Extensive National Talent Database: A rich, diverse pool of performers across all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, and skill sets. • Expert Casting Team: Passionate professionals with a sharp eye for detail and storytelling, hand-selecting talent that naturally fits the narrative. • Seamless Workflow & Speed: Powered by Entertainment Partners’ Casting Portal (www.ep.com/castingportal/) and efficient internal systems, we deliver prompt, accurate, and streamlined casting support. • Authenticity & Excellence: Every individual we cast contributes to building a believable, immersive world for your audience. Our Work We provide background performers for: • Film • Television • Commercials • Streaming • Branded content • Specialty projects Whether your production calls for everyday crowd scenes or highly specific character types, our personalized approach ensures you get talent who blend seamlessly into your storyworld. Why Productions Trust Us Filmmakers, directors, and production companies nationwide choose 4 Star Casting for our reliability, professionalism, and commitment to quality. We understand the demands of production—tight timelines, evolving needs, and the importance of casting that simply works. Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life Every performer on set contributes to the magic of storytelling. At 4 Star Casting, we take that responsibility to heart. Partner with us to build a vibrant, authentic background ensemble that elevates your production from good to unforgettable. Contact us today to discuss your project and discover why leading storytellers nationwide trust 4 Star Casting to help bring their worlds to life.

Open Jobs:

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

CASTING CALL — THE BEAR, SEASON 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Baby Bear
SHOOT DATES: February 14, February 16, and February 17 (*dates could possibly change)
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for all three shoot dates
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $350 per day
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
Baby Bear
• Age: 5 to 7 months old
• Gender: Male
• Eye Color: Brown
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5 (Hulu Series)
ROLES: Ebra Hand Double
SHOOT DATES: January 27
AVAILABILITY: Open availability requested for the remainder of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $220 for 8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

EBRA HAND DOUBLE
• Gender: Male
• Ethnicity: African American
• Must closely match the referenced character’s hands and overall look
• Must be reliable and available for potential additional shoot days

Stand-in or hand double experience is a plus but not required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

CASTING CALL — DIPS COMMERCIAL
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Dips Commercial
ROLES: Matty Matheson Stand-In
SHOOT DATES: Saturday 1/24 through Sunday 1/25
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for both shoot dates
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: SAG Scale – $493.40/8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
Matty Matheson Stand-In
• Height: 6’2″ (approximately)
• Weight: 275 lbs (approximately)
• Must match the provided physical reference photo.
• This is a SAG role; non-union selected talent will be Taft-Hartleyed.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

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