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Chicago TV Series – Male Stand-In
Job Description
A Chicago television production is casting a male stand-in to assist with lighting, camera blocking, and scene preparation. The production is seeking a performer who closely matches the actor’s height, weight, hair, and overall appearance. This is a non-speaking stand-in role, and previous stand-in or background acting experience is helpful but not required.
Job Responsibilities
- Stand in for an actor during lighting and camera setups
- Assist the crew with camera blocking and scene preparation
- Maintain consistent marks, positioning, and movements
- Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and production teams
- Remain attentive and professional throughout the production day
Requirements
- Caucasian male
- Ages 20s to 40s
- Height between 5’11” and 6’1″
- Weight between 200 and 250 lbs.
- Brown hair
- Facial hair is acceptable
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois
- Previous stand-in or background acting experience is helpful but not required
Compensation
- $192 for 8 hours
- Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours
True Crime Series – Accused Man Role
Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is casting a male performer to portray an accused man in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This non-speaking role involves dramatized crime recreation scenes and requires talent who can closely match the character’s physical appearance. Performers should be comfortable participating in scripted violence and murder-related content.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an accused man in a true crime television recreation
- Perform non-speaking scripted scenes based on production direction
- Participate in dramatized crime and violence-related sequences
- Follow blocking and performance direction from the production team
- Maintain consistent character appearance and performance throughout filming
Requirements
- Male talent ages 45 to 55
- White
- Brown hair and beard
- Must closely resemble the required character appearance
- Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content
- Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- $200 per day
- Hotel accommodations provided
Feature Film – Female Supporting Role
Job Description
A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a Caucasian female performer in her late 20s to mid-30s for an upcoming role. The selected actor will work with the production team to bring the character to life in a professional feature film environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform an assigned character role in a feature film
- Deliver scripted scenes naturally and authentically
- Follow direction from the director and creative team
- Collaborate professionally with other cast members
- Maintain character and performance continuity during filming
Requirements
- Female talent ages 28 to 35
- Caucasian
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
- Comfortable performing on a professional film set
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- $449 per day
Feature Film – Male High School Student Role
Job Description
A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking an adult male performer who can convincingly portray a high school-aged teenager. The character combines an easy sense of humor with emotional maturity, offering talent an opportunity to bring both personality and depth to a teenage film role.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a high school-aged teenager in a feature film
- Perform scripted scenes with natural humor and emotional range
- Follow direction from the director and production team
- Build believable interactions with other characters
- Maintain consistent characterization throughout filming
Requirements
- Male talent, age 18 or older, who can portray late teens
- Caucasian
- Natural sense of humor
- Able to convey emotional maturity
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- $449 per day
Feature Film – Young Daughter Role
Job Description
A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking a young female performer to portray a daughter. The production is looking for a child actor with a sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate presence who can bring warmth and authenticity to family scenes.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a young daughter in a feature film
- Perform naturally during scripted family scenes
- Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team
- Interact comfortably with fellow cast members
- Maintain focus during filming
Requirements
- Female child actor ages 5 to 8
- Caucasian
- Sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate demeanor
- Comfortable performing on camera
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
Compensation
- $449 per day
Feature Film – Grandmother Role
Job Description
A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a female performer for a grandmother role. The character is the mother of Amanda and grandmother of Madi, offering an opportunity for an experienced or emerging actor to portray an important family member within the film’s story.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a grandmother in a feature film
- Perform scripted scenes and family interactions naturally
- Follow creative direction from the director and production team
- Build believable chemistry with other cast members
- Maintain character continuity throughout production
Requirements
- Female talent ages 60 to 75
- Caucasian
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Memphis, Tennessee
- Comfortable portraying family relationships on camera
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- $449 per day
TV Series – Male Stand-In
Job Description
A television production filming in the Chicago area is casting a male stand-in to assist with lighting, camera blocking, and scene preparation. The production is seeking talent who closely matches the actor’s physical characteristics and can maintain consistent positioning throughout the shoot. This is a non-speaking stand-in opportunity for local talent, with previous extra or stand-in experience welcomed but not required.
Job Responsibilities
- Stand in for an actor during lighting and camera setups
- Assist the production crew with camera blocking and scene preparation
- Maintain consistent marks, positions, and movements between setups
- Follow direction from the camera and production teams
- Remain attentive and professional throughout each production day
Requirements
- Caucasian male
- Ages 20s to 40s
- Dark hair
- Height between 6’0″ and 6’3″
- Weight between 230 and 275 lbs.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois
- Previous stand-in or background acting experience is helpful but not required
- Must be available for multiple production days
- Must be comfortable working until approximately 8 PM
Compensation
- $192 for 8 hours
- Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours
TV Series – Fire Chief Stand-In
Job Description
A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking a male stand-in to match an actor portraying a fire chief. This non-speaking stand-in role involves helping the production team establish lighting, camera blocking, and scene setups before filming. The opportunity is open to experienced stand-ins as well as talent interested in gaining professional on-set experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Stand in for an actor during lighting and camera setups
- Assist the crew with camera blocking and scene preparation
- Match assigned positions and movements as directed
- Follow instructions from the production and camera teams
- Remain available and attentive throughout the filming day
Requirements
- Caucasian male in his 40s to 60s
- Height between 5’11” and 6’1″
- Medium-to-large build
- Light brown or reddish hair
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois
- Previous stand-in or extra experience is helpful but not required
- Must be comfortable working until approximately 10 PM
Compensation
- $192 for 8 hours
- Time-and-a-half overtime rate after 8 hours
Feature Film – Young Daughter Role
Job Description
A feature film filming in Memphis, Tennessee, is casting a young female performer for a daughter role. The production is seeking a sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate child actor with strong on-camera potential and good acting skills. This is a local-hire, non-union opportunity, with the possibility of multiple workdays.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a young daughter in a feature film
- Perform scripted scenes naturally and authentically
- Take direction from the director and production team
- Demonstrate appropriate emotional expression and character interaction
- Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set
Requirements
- Female child actor
- Caucasian
- Approximately 5 to 8 years old
- Sweet, genuine, and naturally affectionate demeanor
- Good acting skills
- Must be local to Memphis, Tennessee, and able to work as a local hire
- Non-union talent
Compensation
- $449 per day
- Travel expenses are not provided
Commercial – Athlete Stand-In
Job Description
A commercial production is casting a male stand-in for a well-known athlete in Las Vegas, Nevada. The production is seeking talent with a tall, athletic basketball-player build who can closely match the physical profile needed for the role. Both union and non-union performers may apply for this paid commercial stand-in opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a stand-in for an athlete during a commercial production
- Match assigned positions, movements, and lighting setups as directed
- Follow instructions from the director, camera crew, and production team
- Remain available and attentive throughout the production day
- Maintain a professional attitude and consistent on-set performance
Requirements
- Caucasian male talent
- Ages 18 to 30
- Height between 6’7″ and 6’10”
- Approximately 200 lbs.
- Athletic, basketball-player build
- Must be local to Las Vegas, Nevada
- Union and non-union talent may apply
- Must be fully available for the production day
Compensation
- $513.10 flat rate for 8 hours
- Overtime compensation when applicable
