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African American Male Stand-In for TV Series
Job Description
A television series filming in Chicago is seeking an African American male stand-in for multiple production days. Casting is looking for a bald performer in his 30s–60s with a medium to dark complexion who closely matches the actor’s height, weight, and complexion. This is a non-speaking stand-in role supporting lighting, camera blocking, and other technical preparations before scenes are filmed.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a stand-in for an actor during television production.
- Assist the camera and lighting departments with scene preparation and blocking.
- Match the actor’s position and movements as directed between takes and setups.
- Follow instructions from assistant directors and production crew.
- Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout each filming day.
- Be available for multiple required production dates.
Requirements
- African American male.
- Ages 30s–60s.
- Medium to dark complexion.
- Bald.
- Weight between 190–250 lbs.
- Must closely match the actor’s height, weight, and complexion.
- Previous stand-in or background acting experience is helpful.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
- Must maintain current facial hair, if applicable, for continuity.
Compensation
- $192 for 8 hours.
- Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
Featured Non-Speaking Foreman Casting Call
Job Description
A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking clean-shaven male talent in their 40s–50s to portray a featured non-speaking foreman in a factory scene. This paid featured background role is looking for performers with a believable blue-collar appearance who can bring an authentic foreman presence to the production. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois and available for both the required wardrobe fitting and filming.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a featured factory foreman in a non-speaking role.
- Perform natural factory and workplace actions on camera.
- Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors and production staff.
- Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming.
- Maintain the required appearance and continuity throughout production.
- Work professionally with cast and crew on set.
Requirements
- Male talent in their 40s–50s.
- Clean-shaven appearance required.
- Must have a believable blue-collar or factory foreman look.
- No contact lenses.
- No prescription glasses.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
- Must be available for the required wardrobe fitting and filming.
- Professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.
Compensation
- $165 for 8 hours.
- Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
- Wardrobe fitting pays $40 for approximately 2 hours.
Featured African American Male Patient Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”
Job Description
“Chicago Fire” is seeking a featured African American male background actor to portray the ill older brother of a principal character. Casting is looking for a thin or skinny man in his late 20s to 30s who can deliver a convincing non-speaking performance as a patient. This recurring featured extra role is expected to work across several episodes, so flexible availability is preferred. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the ill older brother of a principal character.
- Perform as a patient in featured non-speaking scenes.
- Deliver natural physical reactions and background performances.
- Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set direction.
- Maintain a consistent appearance across multiple episodes.
- Work professionally with the cast and production team.
Requirements
- African American male.
- Late 20s to 30s.
- Thin or skinny build.
- Able to convincingly portray an ill patient.
- Must be available for potential work across multiple episodes.
- Flexible availability preferred.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
Compensation
- $165 for 8 hours.
- Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
