Background Extras – Police Officers & Plain-Clothed Detectives
Job Description:
We are casting background extras for an upcoming feature film, Dirty Little Secrets. We are looking for individuals to portray police officers and plain-clothed detectives. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a professional film production and contribute to creating an authentic crime-related scene.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray police officers or plain-clothed detectives in various scenes.
- Follow on-set direction from the casting and film crew to ensure smooth scene execution.
- If cast as a police officer and you own a police uniform, you may be requested to bring it to set for a wardrobe bump.
Requirements:
- Open to all genders.
- Must be comfortable portraying police officers or detectives.
- For those applying for the police officer role, owning a police uniform is a plus. Please include photos of yourself wearing the outfit for potential wardrobe consideration.
- Must be able to take direction well and maintain professionalism on set.
- Local to Chicago, IL or able to arrange your own transportation.
Compensation:
- Base rate: $129.60/8 hours.
- Additional wardrobe bump: $70.40 for those bringing their own police uniform.
- Same-day pay available.
- Meals will be provided on set.
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