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Onesie Neighbor – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is casting a DPP performer to portray a quirky neighbor wearing a onesie. This role adds visual interest and personality to neighborhood scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor character on camera

• Wear provided costume wardrobe

• Follow direction during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Accurate sizing required for wardrobe

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Car Detailer – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a DPP performer to portray a car detailer. This role benefits from real-world experience and adds authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working car detailer on camera

• Perform realistic detailing actions

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Experience in car detailing preferred

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• DPP pay rate applied

Gym & Coffee Shop Patrons – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is casting background performers to portray gym members and coffee shop patrons. These roles help build authentic everyday environments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray gym or coffee shop patrons naturally

• Wear appropriate wardrobe provided by performer

• Follow on-set direction and blocking

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must provide gym attire and a separate coffee shop look

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $20 wardrobe/prop bump

Colorful Car Owners – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking background performers with colorful, eye-catching cars for exterior scenes. These roles help create an energetic, visually engaging atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera with your vehicle in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must own a colorful or visually interesting car

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

Female Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is casting a reliable female stand-in to work closely with the production team during lighting and camera setups. This role requires someone who closely matches the principal actor’s physical profile and can assist with scene blocking and technical preparation. Stand-ins play a key role in keeping production running smoothly.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Match the actor’s height, weight, and general complexion for setup purposes

• Hold marks and positions on set for extended periods

• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and assistant director teams

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout multiple shoot days

Requirements

• Caucasian female

• Ages 30–60

• Dark hair

• Height between 5’5” and 5’7”

• Weight range approximately 110–135 lbs

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Prior stand-in or on-set experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role

Male Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking an experienced and reliable male stand-in to work in place of a principal actor during lighting and camera setups. This role is critical to the production process and requires close physical matching to the actor. The stand-in will assist the crew by holding positions on set while scenes are prepared.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera blocking

• Match the actor’s height, build, and complexion as closely as possible

• Hold marks and positions on set for extended periods

• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and assistant director teams

• Maintain professionalism and availability throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 30–60

• Dark hair

• Height between 6’0” and 6’3”

• Medium to large build

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Prior stand-in or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role

Male Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is casting a male stand-in to work closely with the principal actor during filming. This role is essential for lighting, camera setup, and scene preparation, requiring someone who closely matches the actor’s physical profile. The production is seeking reliable, detail-oriented talent who can remain available across multiple shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during camera and lighting setups

• Match the actor’s height, build, and general appearance for scene preparation

• Hold positions on set for extended periods as required

• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and assistant director teams

• Maintain professionalism and readiness throughout the workday

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Ages 20–40

• Brown hair or dark blonde hair

• Height between 5’8” and 5’10”

• Slim to medium build

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois

• Prior stand-in or on-set experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role

Park Pedestrians – Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking background performers to portray everyday park pedestrians. These roles are ideal for performers who can naturally blend into outdoor city park scenes and provide realistic movement and atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray pedestrians walking or relaxing in park scenes

• Follow on-set direction and blocking

• Maintain natural movement and reactions

• Work professionally in an outdoor filming environment

Requirements

• Male and female performers

• Ages 18–70

• All ethnicities (seeking some First Nation/Native American presence)

• Comfortable working outdoors

• No visible tattoos unless covered or tattoo release is provided

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours if applicable

• Paid background acting role

Lady With Stroller – Background Actor for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is casting a female background performer to portray a woman pushing a stroller in park scenes. This role helps create an authentic family-friendly park environment and requires comfort working outdoors.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a woman walking with a stroller in background scenes

• Walk moderate distances on camera

• Follow blocking and direction from production

• Maintain continuity and professionalism

Requirements

• Female performer

• Ages 25–40

• All ethnicities

• Decent physical condition

• Comfortable working outdoors

• Stroller provided; child not required

• No visible tattoos unless covered or tattoo release is provided

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime paid after 12 hours

• Paid background role

Older Couples – Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is seeking real older couples to appear as background performers in park scenes. These roles focus on natural interaction and movement, portraying couples enjoying time together outdoors.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple walking together in park scenes

• Interact naturally and comfortably on camera

• Walk moderate distances during filming

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Male and female performers appearing as a couple

• Ages 55+

• All ethnicities

• Decent physical condition and able to walk repeatedly

• Comfortable working outdoors

• No visible tattoos unless covered or tattoo release is provided

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime after 12 hours if applicable

• Paid background roles

Joggers – Background Actors for Television Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background performers to portray joggers in outdoor park scenes. These roles help create an active, everyday atmosphere and require performers who are physically fit and comfortable jogging repeatedly on camera in an outdoor environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray joggers in scripted background scenes

• Jog naturally and consistently during multiple takes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain energy and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female performers

• Ages 18–55

• All ethnicities

• Fit and in good physical condition

• Comfortable working outdoors

• No visible tattoos unless covered or tattoo release is provided

• Must be a local hire

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours

• Overtime paid after 12 hours

• Paid background role

Officer 4 – Law Enforcement Background Role

Job Description
A network television series is seeking a physically fit male performer to portray a law enforcement officer in dramatic reenactment scenes. This role supports authenticity in police-related storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in scripted scenes

• Follow production direction and scene blocking

• Handle prop weapons professionally

• Maintain character consistency on set

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 25–45

• Physically fit with clean-cut or short hairstyle

• Comfortable with law enforcement portrayals

Compensation

• $100 per day

• Paid non-union television role