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Extras for Indie Feature Film
Job Description
A union ultra low budget independent feature film is casting paid background extras for key scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois. Casting directors are seeking performers to portray police officers, detectives, EMTs, reporters, and restaurant patrons. This is a great opportunity for actors interested in working on an independent film production in featured background roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned background characters in featured film scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team on set.
- Maintain continuity throughout filming.
- Remain available for the full filming schedule if booked.
Requirements
- Ages 25–70.
- Open to all genders and ethnicities.
- Seeking talent to portray police officers, detectives, EMTs, reporters, and restaurant patrons.
- Ability to work in the Chicago, Illinois area.
- Police uniforms or law enforcement accessories are a plus for police roles.
Compensation
- $136.40 for up to 8 hours.
- Overtime paid at time and one-half after 8 hours.
- Paid at wrap.
Child Extras Casting Call for Meijer Grocery Store Commercial
Job Description
A commercial production is seeking child extras for a Meijer grocery store commercial filming in Lisle, Illinois. This last-minute casting opportunity is open to Caucasian children ages 7–11, with a preference for female talent. Both SAG-AFTRA and non-union performers are encouraged to apply, making this a great opportunity for young actors with a valid work permit.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a background shopper in a grocery store commercial.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.
- Arrive prepared and ready to work on set.
Requirements
- Caucasian children ages 7–11.
- Female talent preferred.
- Must have a current work permit.
- SAG-AFTRA performers preferred, but non-union talent will be considered.
- Must be available to film in Lisle, Illinois.
- Must be able to self-report to the filming location.
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA commercial opportunity.
- Non-union talent may be upgraded to SAG-AFTRA if needed.
- Opportunity to gain experience on a professional commercial production.
Police Officer for Indie Drama
Job Description
An upcoming non-union independent drama filming in the Chicagoland and Elgin, Illinois area is seeking background actors to portray Police Officers in a pivotal nighttime scene. Casting directors are looking for dependable performers who can help bring realism to an important sequence in the film. This opportunity is ideal for local talent seeking professional on-set experience in an independent feature production.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a police officer in a dramatic night scene
- Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
- Maintain continuity throughout filming
- Participate in multiple takes as required
- Arrive prepared and ready for an evening shoot
Requirements
- Any ethnicity or gender
- Ages 25–60
- Must be local to the Chicagoland or Elgin, Illinois area
- Reliable transportation required
- Comfortable working evening and overnight filming hours
- Professional attitude and ability to follow on-set direction
- Available for the scheduled filming date
Compensation
- $75 flat rate for up to 4 hours
- Overtime pay available after 4 hours
- Non-union background acting opportunity
- Professional on-set experience in an independent drama production
