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Experienced Male Bartender for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking an experienced male bartender for a non-speaking background role in Molly’s Bar scenes. This paid TV casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities who have real bartending experience and can confidently perform authentic bar service actions on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in Molly’s Bar scenes on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform realistic bartending and bar service actions on camera.
• Handle typical bartender duties naturally during background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20s–50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming episode.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Background Actors for National Restaurant Chain Commercial

Job Description

A national restaurant chain commercial is seeking experienced background actors in Nashville, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. This non-union production is looking for a diverse group of performers across a wide range of ages and backgrounds to create an authentic restaurant environment. Adults, children, and older adult or grandparent types are especially encouraged for this paid commercial background opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national restaurant commercial.
• Perform natural actions and interactions appropriate to a restaurant setting.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for a full production day that may extend beyond eight hours.

Requirements

• Ages 6 through 70s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Especially seeking men and women ages 30–45.
• Especially seeking children ages 6–10.
• Older adult and grandparent types are encouraged.
• Must have previous background acting experience.
• Must be a local hire in Nashville, Tennessee, or surrounding areas.
• Must have full-day availability and be prepared for up to 12 or more hours on set.

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours.
• $15.625 per hour with an 8-hour guarantee.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

SI Otis Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Otis character for upcoming production work in Chicago. This paid stand-in role involves assisting the production team with lighting and camera blocking while closely matching the general physical appearance of principal talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist with lighting, camera setup, and scene blocking.
• Follow positioning and movement instructions from the crew.
• Maintain consistency during rehearsals and technical preparation.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout filming.

Requirements

• Caucasian or Latino talent.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’9″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

SI Archer Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Archer character for production in Chicago. The selected performer will assist with lighting and camera blocking by standing in for principal talent between takes and during scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene setup.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions.
• Maintain consistency throughout lighting and camera rehearsals.
• Remain available and professional during the full production day.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 40s–60s.
• Height between 6’0″ and 6’2″.
• Slim to medium build.
• Grey hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

SI Javi Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in to match the appearance of the SI Javi character for upcoming production work in Chicago. This paid, non-speaking stand-in opportunity requires talent who can closely match the actor’s general height, build, complexion, and hair while assisting the lighting and camera teams during scene preparation.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Stand in place of the actor during lighting and camera blocking.
• Match assigned positions and movements as directed by the production team.
• Work closely with the camera, lighting, and assistant directing departments.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout an extended production day.

Requirements

• Latino talent.
• Ages 18–30.
• Height between 5’8″ and 5’10”.
• Weight between 130–160 lbs.
• Dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Stand-in or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Insurance Agent Background Actors for “Golf Trip”

Job Description

“Golf Trip” is seeking male and female background actors to portray insurance agents working in an office setting in Norcross, Georgia. The production is looking for talent who can authentically portray business professionals working in a traditional cubicle-style office environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an insurance agent in office background scenes.
• Perform natural workplace activities in a cubicle-style environment.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a professional business appearance throughout filming.
• Remain professional and attentive during the production day.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–60.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have appropriate business attire.
• Must be comfortable portraying an insurance professional.
• Must be able to work in Norcross, Georgia.

Compensation

• $168 for 12 hours.

Background Actors for “Hides the Fire” Proof-of-Concept Film

Job Description

“Hides the Fire” is seeking background actors for a one-day proof-of-concept film production in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The project is especially seeking Indigenous and Native American men and women, while background performers of all ethnicities are welcome. Scenes take place on a working movie set, with extras portraying actors, film crew members, production personnel, and other entertainment industry professionals. The project supports a planned feature film bringing attention to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in proof-of-concept film scenes.
• Portray actors, film crew, production personnel, or other movie-set workers.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to a working film set.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity while on set.

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older.
• Indigenous and Native American men and women are especially encouraged to apply.
• Background actors of all ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be comfortable portraying entertainment industry professionals.
• Must be able to work in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Compensation

• Unpaid volunteer opportunity.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• On-set still photographs provided.

Male Stand-Ins for “Golf Trip” Production

Job Description

A production is seeking multiple male stand-ins for “Golf Trip,” filming in the Stone Mountain, Georgia area. Casting is looking for performers who closely match several specific character appearances and can maintain flexible availability throughout the production period. This is a paid stand-in opportunity for talent comfortable working closely with a professional film crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments during scene preparation.
• Match the positioning and movements of assigned principal talent as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain consistent appearance throughout the production period.
• Remain professional, punctual, and prepared for extended filming days.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 30–60, depending on the stand-in assignment.
• Seeking Caucasian and African American male stand-ins.
• Stand-In #1: Caucasian male, approximately 6’0″, bald, ages 30–50; beards encouraged.
• Stand-In #2: Caucasian male, approximately 6’0″, reddish hair, fair skin tone, ages 30–50; beards encouraged.
• Stand-In #3: African American male, approximately 6’2″, dark skin tone, ages 30–50; beards encouraged.
• Stand-In #4: Caucasian male, approximately 6’5″, brunette, ages 30–50; mustaches encouraged.
• Stand-In #5: Caucasian male, approximately 6’0″, dark brown to black hair, olive skin tone, ages 40–60.
• Must have flexible availability throughout the production period.
• Must be able to work in Stone Mountain, Georgia, and surrounding areas.

Compensation

• $182 for 12 hours.

Trendy New Yorkers and Cool Clubgoers for “Myron Bolitar”

Job Description

“Myron Bolitar” is seeking non-union background talent to portray trendy New Yorkers and cool clubgoers for an upscale nightlife scene filming in New York City. The production is looking for performers with chic, fashionable style who can authentically capture the energy of NYC nightlife.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a trendy New Yorker or clubgoer in a nightlife scene.
• Bring authentic New York City nightlife energy to the production.
• Wear a fashionable, polished night-out look appropriate for the scene.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Perform natural background actions and interactions during filming.
• Remain professional and attentive throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Must have a chic, fashionable, and contemporary look.
• Must be comfortable portraying an upscale NYC clubgoer.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be comfortable working as background talent.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.

FBI Agent Background Actor for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male background actors to portray FBI agents in upcoming scenes filming in the Chicago area. This non-speaking extra role is open to performers of all ethnicities who can deliver a polished, professional federal agent appearance. Talent should be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in non-speaking background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a professional FBI agent appearance throughout filming.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate to the scene.
• Remain punctual, attentive, and professional while on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming episode.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Delivery Guy Featured Extra for Internet Commercial

Job Description

An internet commercial is seeking male featured extras to portray delivery workers in St. Paul, Minnesota. The production is looking for character types with an authentic blue-collar working-man appearance who can bring a natural and believable presence to commercial scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a delivery worker in featured commercial scenes.
• Perform natural actions appropriate to the delivery worker role.
• Follow instructions from the production team during filming.
• Bring an authentic character-driven presence to the scene.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 25–40.
• Character types encouraged.
• Must be able to portray an authentic blue-collar working-man type.
• Must be comfortable appearing as a featured extra.
• Must be willing to work as a local hire in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Compensation

• $300 for 10 hours.
• No travel, mileage, or lodging provided.