Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Cast Needed for MFA Short Film “Caller 147”

Job Description
An MFA short film is casting lead and supporting roles for a character-driven story about a lonely matchmaker radio host who receives a mysterious call live on air—forcing her to confront truth, connection, and what lies beyond what she understands. Filming is planned in Chicago, and this project is a great opportunity for emerging actors who want to build credits and collaborate on a creative short film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for an MFA short film production

• Collaborate with the director and production team during rehearsals and filming

• Bring strong character choices and emotional truth to dialogue-driven moments

• Maintain professionalism, focus, and continuity on set

Requirements

• Roles available:

  • Stevie (Lead): African American female, ages 21–27 (comedic background preferred)

  • Chelsea (Supporting): Female, any race, ages 21–27; organized, practical, still dating her high school sweetheart

  • Val (Supporting): Female, any race, ages 21–27; flirtatious, trendy, superstitious, boy-crazy

  • Extras: Any gender, any race, ages 19–25

• Must be able to work in Chicago as a local hire

• Reel or a short monologue clip recommended for consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid roles

CASTING CALL — The Chi, Season 8
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Chi — Season 8 (Showtime)
ROLES: Neighborhood Kids
SHOOT DATES: 01/14/26 through 01/14/26
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for a full day shoot on Wednesday, 01/14/26
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $175/8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

NEIGHBORHOOD KIDS
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Gender: Male
• Age: 12–16
• Ethnicity: Black or Ethnically Ambiguous
• Minors ages 15 and under must have a current work permit

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Suburban Train Goers for Feature Film “Big Time”

Job Description
A feature film is casting background actors to portray suburban Metra train riders for a scene filming in the Chicago suburbs. Production is looking for talent who can bring natural commuter energy and feel authentic in a real transit environment. Filming will take place on the Metra, so comfort working in a public-style setting is important.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Metra commuters in background scenes on a suburban train

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and set team

• Maintain continuity with movement, seating, and reactions between takes

• Stay professional, punctual, and camera-ready during the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women, all ethnicities

• Screen age 30–60

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Chicago suburbs

• Comfortable filming on a train and in a commuter setting

• Suburban look encouraged

Compensation

• $132.80 for 8 hours

Job Description
A music video production is casting 1 female performer to appear in a paid music video with a popular recording artist. This on-camera role is for someone who is confident, camera-ready, and able to bring strong presence and style to a high-energy video shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a professional music video production

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Bring confident on-screen presence, movement, and performance energy

Requirements

• Female talent needed

• Must be available for an in-person shoot in Chicago, Illinois

• Comfortable performing on camera in a music video environment

• Professional, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate and details provided upon selection)

Non-Speaking Families & Couples for Airline Cabin Production

Job Description
A non-union airline cabin production is seeking experienced actors with authentic, real-life relationships for a filmed project. Casting is looking for two families (one parent with two children) and additional real couples, friends, or partners who can bring natural chemistry to non-speaking scenes set inside an airplane cabin. This is a paid opportunity for Chicago-based talent who can work locally without travel or accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in non-speaking airline cabin scenes with natural, believable reactions

• Work comfortably in a tight, airplane-style set environment

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity and realistic relationship dynamics across multiple takes

Requirements

• Must be based in Chicago, IL (local hire only; no travel/accommodations provided)

• Experienced actors with authentic relationships encouraged to apply

• Families needed: 1 parent with 2 children (kids ages 5–7)

• Additional talent: real romantic couples, friends, or partners

• Must be comfortable performing non-speaking roles on camera

Compensation

• Paid non-union project (rate provided upon selection)

Job Title: Stand-In — Neil Fak

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In — Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Fri. 1/9 through Fri. 1/9
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for the rest of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN — NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6″
• T-Shirt: XXL or 3XL

Stand-in experience required, if applicable.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Latina Stand-In (TV Production)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking a Latina stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for talent who can closely match the performer’s height, weight, complexion, and overall look, and who can work professionally on a fast-paced set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups and camera rehearsals

• Match the actor’s general look for scene continuity (height, weight, complexion)

• Follow direction from the crew and remain ready between setups

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and positioning across takes

Requirements

• Latina

• Height: 5’3″–5’5″

• Weight: 115–145

• Dark hair

• Must be able to closely match the actor’s look for lighting and camera work

• Stand-in experience is a plus (but not required)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate shared if selected)

Real Firefighters (Paid TV Extra Roles)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking real firefighters to appear on camera in authentic emergency-response scenes for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking background opportunity for firefighters who can bring real-world presence, uniform accuracy, and professional realism to set. Availability across multiple shoot days is a plus, and early call times are possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in emergency and station-style scenes

• Wear your real firefighter uniform/gear as appropriate for the scene

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across multiple takes

• Be punctual, professional, and camera-ready for long production days

Requirements

• Must be a real firefighter

• Open to men and women; all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Able to work as a local hire in the Chicago area/Western Suburbs

• Comfortable performing as non-speaking background talent

• Must have a recent color photo in uniform (no sunglasses, no group photos)

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• $25 special ability bump

Job Title: Potbelly Customer (Commercial)

CASTING CALL — Potbelly Commercial
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Potbelly Sandwich Commercial
ROLES: Customer
SHOOT DATES: Sat. 1/10 through Sat. 1/10
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for either a 6-hour day, 12-hour day, or both
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $150/6 hours or $300/12 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

CUSTOMER
• Age: 18–60
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must be comfortable eating food on camera
• Must be able to naturally react to action happening around you
• Non-speaking commercial role

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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

Body Double Extra (Non-Speaking)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking local background talent to work in a tight, enclosed filming setup for a special episode. This is a paid, non-speaking extra role for men and women who are comfortable in compact spaces and can maintain a professional, calm presence on set. Selected talent may be asked to wear a flesh-toned bodysuit-style wardrobe as part of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as non-speaking background talent in a special episode scene

• Work comfortably in a very compact filming environment

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between takes

• Wear assigned wardrobe, which may include a flesh-colored bodysuit

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20s–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must not be claustrophobic and must be comfortable in tight spaces

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction in a fast-paced set environment

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role (rate provided upon selection)