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Casting Call: Stand-In Needed for Ongoing TV Production

Job Description
A high-profile television series is seeking a reliable stand-in to work closely with the crew in prepping lighting and camera setups. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with on-set experience or those looking to build their resume behind the scenes of a major production. Filming will take place in the Chicago area, and applicants must be local to Illinois or surrounding border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in to assist with lighting and camera blocking

• Be available for multiple shoot days as needed by production

• Follow crew direction and maintain a professional presence on set

• Arrive camera-ready and adhere to wardrobe requirements as specified

Requirements

• Caucasian male, blonde or light brown hair

• Height: 5’11” to 6’2” with a slim to medium build

• Age range: 20s to 40s

• Must be local to Chicago or nearby states and available to work as a local hire

• Must match actor’s physical specs (height, weight, complexion)

Compensation

• Paid position (rate to be provided upon booking)

Casting Call: Male Background Actors to Portray Police Officers

A popular network drama is casting male background actors for an upcoming night shoot, portraying real or fictional police officers in an intense outdoor scene. This is a great opportunity for those with previous law enforcement experience or the right look to play an officer on screen. Filming will take place in Chicago and is open to local talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real or fictional police officer in an exterior night scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professional behavior throughout the shoot

• Be fully camera-ready with appropriate wardrobe sizes provided in advance

• Participate in a fast-paced, realistic production environment

Requirements

• Male, all ethnicities

• Ages 20s to 60s

• Must either be a real police officer or clean-shaven with short hair

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

• Cannot have worked on the show earlier that week or be booked for other episodes

• Available to work a night shoot beginning around 3 PM and filming until 4 AM

Compensation

• Standard network extra rate (details provided upon booking)

• Non-union background role

Casting Call: Non-Speaking Extras for Medical Scene on Network Drama

Job Description
A major network series is now casting non-speaking background extras for an outdoor medical scene. Talent will portray real medics and looky-loo pedestrians during an intense and fast-paced moment in the show. This is a great opportunity for new and returning extras based in Illinois and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a pedestrian or real medic in a hospital emergency scene

• React naturally to action as directed by the assistant director

• Follow wardrobe instructions and maintain continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s

• Must be local to Chicago or nearby border states (work as local hire only)

• Must not have worked on this series in the current week or be scheduled to work

• Include the last time you worked on the show, if applicable

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)