Casting Call: Extras for TV Show – Female Prisoners, Guards, and Visitors
Job Details: We are currently casting for a television show filming in Chicago. We are seeking males and females, aged 20’s to 50’s, to play various roles including female prisoners, guards, and visitors. This opportunity is open to individuals of all ethnicities. Please note, this is for a one-day shoot on the specified date.
Responsibilities:
- Portray the assigned role (prisoner, guard, or visitor) in a realistic and professional manner.
- Follow directions from the director and crew members.
- Be prepared for long hours on set.
- Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
- Ability to interact with other cast members according to the needs of the scene.
Requirements:
- Must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois.
- Ages 20’s to 50’s, all ethnicities.
- Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.
- Must not have worked on this particular show in the past two weeks.
- Must be available for the entire day on January 12th.
- Must have a flexible schedule and reliable transportation.
Compensation:
- This is a paid opportunity. Specific rates will be discussed upon selection.
- Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
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CASTING CALL — THE CHI, Season 7
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Television Series
ROLES: 13–14 Year Old Boys
SHOOT DATES: Monday 2/9 through Tuesday 2/10 (with possible additional dates)
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for daytime shoots and flexible for potential additional dates
LOCATION: Chicago, IL and surrounding suburbs
RATE: $175 for up to 9 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
13–14 Year Old Boys
• Gender: Boys
• Age Range: 13–14
• Ethnicity: African American and Latin American
• Must have a valid and current work permit
• Must be able to work as a local hire
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.
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