Chicago Fire Extras

Job Description

A television production is seeking a featured non-speaking background actor to portray a high-ranking firefighter for an upcoming episode of Chicago Fire filming in Chicago, Illinois. This paid opportunity is open to local talent who can attend a wardrobe fitting and portray an experienced firefighter with an authentic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured high-ranking firefighter in non-speaking scenes.
• Attend the required wardrobe fitting and possible prosthetic fitting before filming.
• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity on set.
• Arrive prepared with the appropriate appearance for filming.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40s to early 60s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Bigger build with a fit appearance suitable for a high-ranking firefighter role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Submit a recent color photograph showing your current hairstyle and facial hair (if applicable).
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.
• Use “Featured White Shirt” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours, plus overtime after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting pays $40 for up to 2 hours.
• Paid featured background acting opportunity.

Casting Call: Male Bystanders for Hit Network Series

Job Description
A popular primetime drama series is now casting male background actors to appear as bystanders in an upcoming outdoor scene. This is a non-speaking, paid background role filming in the Chicago area. Producers are seeking authentic, everyday looks to bring realism and energy to the scene. You may only be booked for one day, and availability must be specified at the time of submission.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a bystander in an exterior scene

• Maintain focus and professionalism during filming

• Follow on-set direction and adhere to background continuity

• Work in an outdoor environment for the duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Male, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or bordering states

• Must not have worked the hospital shoot on 3/28 or be scheduled for this episode

• Available for either Tuesday or Wednesday (can only work one of the two days)

• Must submit a recent color photo, height, weight, age, contact info, clothing sizes, and city/state

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Professional on-set environment with experienced crew