Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call for Paid Extras in Park Scene

Job Description
A popular TV production is casting background extras for an outdoor park scene. Talent will be featured in a lively, family-friendly setting that may include riding bicycles. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain on-set experience in a non-speaking role with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in an outdoor park scene

• Take direction from production staff on set

• Ride a bicycle on camera if comfortable and able

Requirements

• Male and female talent, all ethnicities, ages 18–70

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

• Must not have worked on this production in the past week or be scheduled to work on it soon

• Must be comfortable performing non-speaking background work

• Ability to ride a bicycle is a plus

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background roles

• Rate to be provided upon booking

• Professional on-set experience with a working TV production

Picture Car Casting Call – 2006–2014 Chevy Suburban

Job Description
A major TV production is now hiring for a featured picture car to appear in an upcoming episode. The team is looking for a 2006–2014 Chevy Suburban with a black interior. This is a fantastic opportunity to have your vehicle featured on screen while earning a competitive rate. Your car must be in excellent, working condition and ready for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide your vehicle for use as a picture car on set

• Coordinate with the production team for filming schedules

• Ensure vehicle is clean, presentable, and operational during all shoot days

Requirements

• Must own a 2006–2014 Chevy Suburban

• Vehicle must have a black interior only

• Car must be in reliable, working condition

• Must be available in the Chicagoland area

Compensation

• $750 per filming day

• Location: Chicagoland area

Casting Call: Industrial and Office Types for TV Series Background Work

Job Description
A popular network series is casting male and female background actors to portray industrial workers and office professionals in upcoming outdoor scenes. These are paid, non-speaking roles shooting in the Chicago area. The production is also seeking individuals with vehicles that meet specific appearance criteria to be used on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray industrial and office types in exterior location scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and maintain continuity

• If selected with a vehicle, ensure it meets the visual requirements for background use

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready on shoot day

Requirements

• Males and females, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states

• Must not have worked the hospital scene on March 28

• Cars must be free of red, black, white paint, dents, or rust

• Must be available for either one or both listed shoot days

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Non-speaking

• Additional compensation if personal car is used on camera

Casting Call: Male Bystanders for Hit Network Series

Job Description
A popular primetime drama series is now casting male background actors to appear as bystanders in an upcoming outdoor scene. This is a non-speaking, paid background role filming in the Chicago area. Producers are seeking authentic, everyday looks to bring realism and energy to the scene. You may only be booked for one day, and availability must be specified at the time of submission.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a bystander in an exterior scene

• Maintain focus and professionalism during filming

• Follow on-set direction and adhere to background continuity

• Work in an outdoor environment for the duration of the shoot

Requirements

• Male, all ethnicities, ages 20s–60s

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

• Must not have worked the hospital shoot on 3/28 or be scheduled for this episode

• Available for either Tuesday or Wednesday (can only work one of the two days)

• Must submit a recent color photo, height, weight, age, contact info, clothing sizes, and city/state

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role

• Professional on-set environment with experienced crew

Casting Call: Male Sergeant for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is seeking a bilingual Spanish/English male actor to portray a sergeant in a training camp setting. This is the only speaking role in the shoot, with the rest being non-verbal. The shoot will take place in Illinois and is part of a high-paying, well-organized production with meals and parking included. The role requires availability for the entire first week of June due to pre-production needs and flexible shoot scheduling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a commanding and authentic training camp sergeant

• Deliver lines confidently in both Spanish and English

• Follow creative direction and contribute to a professional on-set experience

• Maintain consistent appearance leading up to the shoot

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–60

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• Must have a racially ambiguous and/or Latino look

• Must be available for the full week of production

• Must be able to self-report to locations in Illinois (primarily North or Northwest suburbs)

Compensation

• $750 for up to 8 hours

• Meals and parking provided

• Paid directly by production in a timely fashion

Casting Call: HVAC Installer for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is seeking a featured HVAC installer to appear in a short, professionally shot scene. This role is perfect for talent with a relatable, working-class look—no actual HVAC experience is required. You’ll be featured in one or two frames with minimal on-camera time, making this a simple and rewarding gig.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an HVAC installer in a commercial setting

• Follow basic direction to create a realistic visual moment

• Present a confident, approachable, and professional look

Requirements

• Male

• Ages 30–40

• No real HVAC experience required

• Must be able to self-report to set

• Racially ambiguous and/or Latino appearance preferred

Compensation

• $500 for under 8 hours of work

• Meals and parking provided

• Fast and reliable payment from the production team

Casting Call: Fireman for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A high-impact commercial is now casting a featured fireman for a brief but memorable on-camera appearance. This non-union role is ideal for talent with a strong, professional presence. No action or physical tasks are required—just a confident look in uniform. If you own your own fire gear, that’s a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a fireman in a single-frame or short sequence

• Deliver a strong and believable presence on camera

• Follow simple direction from the production team

Requirements

• Male

• Ages 30–40

• No actual firefighting required

• Fire uniform not required but helpful if owned

• Must be able to self-report to set

• Racially ambiguous and/or Latino appearance preferred

Compensation

• $500 for less than 8 hours of work

• Meals and parking provided

• Prompt payment from client-production team

Casting Call: Policewoman for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting a featured policewoman for a short, impactful on-camera appearance. This role requires no action or stunts—just a professional, believable look in uniform. If you already own police wardrobe items, they may be used during the shoot for added authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a policewoman in a brief commercial appearance

• Be featured in one or two frames with strong on-screen presence

• Follow simple direction from the production team

• Deliver a calm, authoritative look on camera

Requirements

• Female

• Ages 25–35

• No law enforcement experience required

• Police uniform not required but helpful if owned

• Must be able to self-report to set

• Racially ambiguous and/or Latina appearance preferred

Compensation

• $500 for less than 8 hours of work

• Meals and parking included

• Timely payment by client and production team

Casting Call: Construction Worker for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A new commercial project is seeking a strong and authentic construction worker for a featured role. This is a quick-turnaround, paid opportunity that requires minimal on-camera time and captures the everyday resilience and realism of a working-class role. Ideal for talent with a strong presence and relatable look.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a construction worker role

• Perform minimal on-screen activity (may only appear in one frame)

• Follow direction from the production team to achieve the desired look

• Represent a believable, grounded working professional

Requirements

• Male or Female

• Ages 28–42

• Must be able to self-report to set

• Racially ambiguous and/or Latino appearance preferred

Compensation

• $500 for less than 8 hours of work

• Meals and parking provided

• Paid by a reliable client-production team

Casting Call: Truck Driver for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is now casting a truck driver for a featured on-camera role. This is a paid opportunity with minimal screen time, ideal for someone with a strong, authentic presence. Talent will be shown in a parked truck, offering a quick and easy shoot day for the right candidate.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a truck driver role, seated in a parked vehicle

• Deliver a believable look that reflects the role

• Follow simple direction for a one-frame appearance

• CDL license may be required to move the truck if necessary

Requirements

• Male

• Ages 35–45

• Must have a valid CDL license (preferred or as needed)

• Must be able to self-report to set

• Racially ambiguous and/or Latino appearance preferred

Compensation

• $500 for less than 8 hours of work

• Meals and parking provided

• Timely payment from a reliable client-production team