Commercial Chicago Casting Call for Families

Zombie Movie Extras (Overnight Shoot)

Job Description
A zombie movie is now casting background actors to appear as on-camera extras in an overnight film shoot. Production is seeking men and women (18+) of all ethnicities who can commit to late-night hours, stay energized on set, and follow direction for zombie-style movement and atmosphere scenes. If you love horror projects and want film extra experience, this is a solid paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a zombie movie extra, following direction for movement, pacing, and reactions.

• Take guidance from the assistant directors for background action and continuity.

• Maintain wardrobe/makeup continuity as required for horror scenes.

• Be professional and camera-ready for long overnight filming hours.

• Work well with other extras and crew in busy set environments.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+ (must be able to work overnight).

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Comfortable with horror/zombie-themed performance and physical movement.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full overnight shoot.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (travel not provided).

Compensation

• $100–$200 flat rate (based on role and production needs).

Little League Game Day Roles: Families, Spectators, and Umpire

Job Description
A scripted production is casting background and featured atmosphere roles for a Little League baseball game day scene. Talent is needed to portray Little League families and spectators, minor family members, and a Little League umpire. This is a great opportunity for performers and real people who can bring authentic game-day energy, follow on-set direction, and help build a lively baseball crowd environment. Guaranteed pay applies, with overtime available when filming runs long.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable Little League crowd member, family attendee, or game-day participant on camera.

• Follow direction for reactions, cheering, movement, and continuity during multiple takes.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready throughout the shoot.

• Take direction quickly and remain professional in a busy set environment.

• For umpire role: perform basic umpire actions and movement in game play moments.

Requirements

• Little League Families & Spectators: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+.

• Little League Family Members (Minors): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 8–17 (must have parent/guardian coordination).

• Little League Umpire: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 18+; umpire/baseball experience preferred.

• Must be able to provide your own wardrobe based on guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must keep sizing information accurate for wardrobe needs.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work a full filming day that may run long.

Compensation

• $96 guaranteed for up to 8 hours.

• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Background Patrons (With or Without Car)

Job Description
A TV production is casting background patrons to appear in restaurant-style scenes. Casting is seeking fresh faces who can bring natural, everyday energy on camera and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Talent may be booked as a standard patron or as a patron with a car, which includes an additional car bump. If you’re local to Atlanta and ready for paid background work, this is a great last-chance opportunity to get on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in background scenes with natural reactions and realistic movement.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent actions throughout filming.

• If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and maintain vehicle continuity for the scene.

• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

• Comfortable working as background talent in a restaurant environment.

• Must provide recent clear photos and basic details for consideration.

• If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red or white; be ready to share car year, make, model, and color.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full shoot day.

Compensation

• $175 for up to 12 hours.

• $35 car bump (if booked with a car).

Featured Background Roles: Baseball Family (Mom + Son)

Job Description
A scripted production is casting featured background talent to portray a baseball family connected to a principal character. Seeking a Caucasian woman (20s–30s) to play the wife/mother and a Caucasian boy (around age 9) to play the son. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking for featured extra work with guaranteed pay, overtime eligibility, and additional bumps for featured days and fittings. Baseball experience is a plus for the youth role, especially Little League.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believable baseball family in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction from the assistant directors for timing, movement, and continuity.

• Remain camera-ready and consistent across multiple takes and setups.

• Arrive prepared for long production days, including early call times when required.

• Bring a professional attitude and collaborate smoothly with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Adult Role: Caucasian female, ages 20s–30s, comfortable portraying a wife/mother.

• Youth Role: Caucasian male child, age 9 (or able to portray 9); baseball/Little League experience preferred.

• Must be able to work as local talent and provide accurate sizes for wardrobe.

• Must be able to supply basic wardrobe options that fit the provided guidelines and/or attend a fitting if requested.

• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to commit to full filming days (days may run long).

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours guaranteed (time-and-a-half after 8 hours).

• $50 featured bump per filming day.

• $20 fitting bump (if a fitting is required).

Music Video Talent (Featured Extras)

Job Description
A paid music video is casting in Los Angeles for on-camera talent with “cool kid” energy, standout style, and unique looks. Production is looking for performers who can bring swagger, personality, and authentic presence on camera for dynamic music video scenes. If you love the camera, have strong style, and can take direction on a fast-moving set, this is a great paid extra opportunity in DTLA and Glendale.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as featured background talent in music video scenes.

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and group action.

• Bring strong personality, confidence, and natural reactions on camera.

• Maintain wardrobe continuity and stay camera-ready during filming.

• Work efficiently with the team in a quick-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Los Angeles (DTLA and/or Glendale).

• Must have a “cool kid” look, strong personal style, and unique appearance.

• Comfortable being filmed and taking direction on set.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the full shoot time booked.

• Previous music video or on-camera experience is a plus, but not required.

Compensation

• $150 for 3 hours (DTLA booking).

• $200 for 3 hours (Glendale booking).

• NET15 payment terms.

Neighbor (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting a background actor to portray a neighbor in a neighborhood scene. Production is seeking a natural, believable presence who can bring authentic reactions and everyday realism to camera. This is a great fit for performers who take direction well and are comfortable working a full filming day. Location: Alpharetta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor in background scenes with natural behavior and realistic reactions.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Stay camera-ready and professional throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Female, ages 55–65.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Alpharetta, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the scheduled shoot day, as call/wrap times may vary.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Police Officers / SWAT (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting background talent to portray police officers and SWAT in neighborhood scenes. Production wants men and women who can bring a strong, professional presence on camera and take direction well on a fast-paced set. Location: Alpharetta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officer or SWAT background roles in scripted neighborhood scenes.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Maintain a confident, uniform-ready look and professional on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Alpharetta, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the scheduled shoot day, as call/wrap times may vary.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Police Officers / FBI (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is casting background talent to portray police officers and FBI. Production is seeking men and women who can bring a professional, authoritative presence to camera in law-enforcement-style scenes. This is a great opportunity for performers with a clean, camera-ready look who can take direction on a fast-moving set. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police officer or FBI background roles in scripted scenes.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Maintain a professional, uniform-ready appearance and confident presence on camera.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

• Must have full-day availability for the selected workday (as call times may vary).

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Grocery Store Patrons (Background) for Major TV Network Project

Job Description
A major television network project filming in the Atlanta area is seeking background actors to portray grocery store patrons. This is a great fit for talent who can deliver natural, everyday movement and reactions in a real-world retail setting. Production is looking for men and women 18+ who are camera-ready and can take direction on set. Location: Marietta, GA (near Marietta Square).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a grocery store shopper in background scenes with natural movement and realistic behavior.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Remain professional, patient, and camera-ready throughout the filming day.

Requirements

• Men and women, 18+.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Marietta, GA area.

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day and able to work a full filming day if needed.

Compensation

• $130/10 hours (unless otherwise stated by production).

Featured Electrician (Police Officer Look) for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured electrician who will also double as a police officer, filming in the Dunwoody area. Production needs a fit, camera-ready performer with a clean, professional appearance suitable for a police officer look. This is a small-day shoot with a strong cast and crew. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an electrician in a featured background role and also appear as a police officer as needed.

• Follow direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Stay camera-ready with a neat, uniform-appropriate appearance throughout the day.

Requirements

• Male, any ethnicity, ages 30–60.

• Fit build.

• Must have hair and grooming appropriate for a police officer look: no beard.

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.

Featured Wife Role for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured wife for an upcoming scene filming in the Dunwoody area. Production is seeking a natural, believable on-camera presence to portray the wife of a principal character with a Midwestern feel. This is a small-day shoot with a professional set and crew. Location: Dunwoody, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the wife of a character in a featured background role within a scripted scene.

• Follow on-set direction, maintain continuity, and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Deliver natural, realistic reactions and simple actions that support the scene.

Requirements

• Caucasian woman with blonde hair, ages 30–40.

• Must be able to convincingly portray a Midwestern-type look and vibe.

• Must work as a local hire in the Dunwoody, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.

Featured Mechanic Role for Major TV Network Series

Job Description
A major television network series is casting a featured mechanic for an upcoming scene filming in the Marietta area (near Marietta Square). Production is looking for a believable, blue-collar mechanic type who can bring a natural, grounded presence on camera. This is a small-day shoot with a professional set and crew. Location: Marietta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic in a featured background role within a scripted scene.

• Follow on-set direction, maintain continuity, and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

• Perform simple, realistic mechanic-style actions as directed for the scene.

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 30–50.

• Must be able to convincingly portray a mechanic (blue-collar look), tall and fit preferred.

• Must work as a local hire in the Marietta, GA area.

Compensation

• $150/10 hours.

• $50 bump.