Chicago Fire Extras

Chicago Fire Special Episode Casting: Paid Non-Speaking Extras

Job Description
A special episode of Chicago Fire is casting paid background extras to appear in scenes filming in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent looking to build credits and work in a professional TV production environment. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles for a television episode

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity in movement, reactions, and placement across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 18–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago and the Western Suburbs area (local hire only)

• Must be available for all required shoot dates

• Able to provide a recent color photo reflecting current hair length and facial hair (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and punctual, professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

• Three-day shoot requirement

Outside School Scene Extras Casting

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background actors to work an outside school scene in the Chicago area. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for men and women who can deliver natural, everyday reactions in an outdoor setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in an exterior school scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and crowd reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (wardrobe consistency, placement, and actions)

• Work professionally on set and remain available throughout filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Outside School Scene Casting: Background Extras

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background extras to appear in an outside school scene. This is a great opportunity for talent in the Chicago area to gain on-set experience and work in a professional production environment. Casting is looking for a natural, everyday look and authentic reactions for exterior crowd-style moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles in an outdoor school setting

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (placement, actions, wardrobe consistency)

• Arrive on time, stay set-ready, and work professionally with a large group

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)