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Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a male stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago. The production is looking for a Caucasian man with greyish hair who closely matches the principal actor’s height, weight, complexion, and hair color. The selected stand-in will work with the camera and lighting departments during technical setups and blocking. Previous stand-in or on-set background experience should be noted when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups.
• Follow blocking, positioning, and movement instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistency during technical rehearsals and setups.
• Work closely with camera, lighting, and production crew.
• Remain available for a potentially 12-hour production day.

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian.
• Ages 40–60.
• Greyish hair.
• Height: 5’8″–5’10”.
• Weight: 170–195 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s general complexion and hair color.
• Local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Previous stand-in or extra experience should be included when applying.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Female Stand-In for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in to assist with lighting, camera blocking, and production setups. This paid television stand-in opportunity is looking for talent who closely matches the required physical characteristics of a cast member and can work professionally during long production days in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a cast member during television production.
• Assist the lighting and camera departments with scene setups.
• Follow blocking and positioning instructions from the production team.
• Maintain consistent marks and positioning between setups.
• Remain attentive and available throughout potentially long filming days.
• Work professionally with the production crew and other stand-ins.

Requirements

• Caucasian female talent.
• Dark hair or reddish dark hair.
• Approximately 5’6″–5’8″.
• Approximately 145–170 lbs.
• Must closely match the height, build, complexion, and hair color of the actor.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous stand-in or on-set background experience is preferred.
• Must be comfortable with early call times and approximately 12-hour production days.

Compensation

• $192 for up to 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.

EMTs Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A hit television drama is seeking men and women to portray EMTs for an outdoor incident scene filming in the Chicago area. This paid background acting opportunity calls for talent who can create a believable emergency-response atmosphere during a busy action sequence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an EMT during an outdoor emergency incident scene.
• Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a realistic emergency responder presence on camera.
• Participate professionally in an action-focused exterior scene.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Seeking men and women to portray EMTs.
• Women should appear to be in their 20s to 50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men should be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous EMT experience is not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

SWAT Officers Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A popular television drama is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair to portray SWAT officers during an outdoor incident scene in the Chicago area. This paid background acting role is ideal for talent who can deliver a convincing tactical and law enforcement presence during an action-heavy production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a SWAT officer during an outdoor incident scene.
• Perform as background talent in an action-focused television sequence.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.
• Maintain a professional and authentic tactical presence on camera.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the scene.

Requirements

• Seeking men to portray SWAT officers.
• Must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous police, tactical, or similar background acting experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

CPD Officers Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

A hit television drama is seeking men and women to portray Chicago Police Department officers in an outdoor incident scene filming in the Chicago area. This paid background acting opportunity is open to local talent who can bring an authentic law enforcement presence to an action-focused scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CPD officer in an outdoor incident scene.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a professional and believable law enforcement presence on camera.
• Be prepared for an active exterior scene with significant background action.
• Remain available for the full production schedule required for the role.

Requirements

• Men and women who can portray CPD officers.
• Women should appear to be in their 20s to 50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men should be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous experience portraying a police officer is helpful but not required.
• Must be available for both required filming days.
• Talent who recently worked or are already scheduled for another “Chicago Fire” background role should not apply.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Meal provided.

Business Commuters, Casual Commuters, Joggers, and Pedestrians for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors for non-speaking extra roles in Chicago. The production is looking for talent to portray business commuters, casual commuters, joggers, and pedestrians in upcoming scenes. This paid background acting opportunity is open to a wide range of ages and ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in assigned “Chicago Fire” scenes.
• Portray a business commuter, casual commuter, jogger, or pedestrian.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain continuity and natural background movement during filming.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 20s–70s.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be local to Chicago, the Chicago suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must not have recently worked or already be scheduled for an upcoming episode of “Chicago Fire.”
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role.
• Reliable and able to work approximately 12-hour production days.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

CASTING CALL — YA ROMANTIC COMEDY FEATURE FILM, 2026

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: YA Romantic Comedy Feature Film

ROLES: Stand-In #4

SHOOT DATES: September 10 through September 15

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the projected filming dates of September 10, September 14, and September 15

LOCATION: Northbrook, Illinois

RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN #4

• Gender: Male
• Age: 18–40
• Height: 6’1″
• Must have stand-in experience.

Stand-in experience required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Child Photo Double for PD Ali

Job Description

A Chicago-area television production is seeking a child photo double for the role of PD Ali. This paid, non-speaking opportunity is for a girl who closely matches the actor’s build, complexion, and hair. The selected child will appear in wide shots and insert shots in place of the principal actor and must be able to work locally in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a child photo double for the PD Ali role.
• Match the principal actor’s appearance for wide and insert shots.
• Participate in required schooling and filming activities.
• Remain professional and comfortable working on a television set.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Complete required on-set schooling while working.

Requirements

• Seeking a Caucasian girl.
• Ages 8–10.
• Height between 4’5″ and 4’8″.
• Weight between 60 and 78 lbs.
• Blonde hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for all required production days.
• Guardian must also be available throughout the required production schedule.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 6 hours.

Child Photo Double for PD Jeremy

Job Description

A Chicago-area television production is seeking a child photo double for the role of PD Jeremy. This is a paid, non-speaking opportunity for a boy who closely matches the actor’s appearance and can work locally in Chicago. A photo double should closely resemble the actor in build, complexion, and hair for wide shots and insert shots.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a child photo double for the PD Jeremy role.
• Match the appearance of the principal actor for wide and insert shots.
• Participate in required rehearsal, schooling, and filming.
• Remain professional and attentive while working on set.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Complete required on-set schooling while working.

Requirements

• Seeking a Caucasian boy.
• Ages 7–9.
• Height between 3’9″ and 4’3″.
• Weight between 45 and 55 lbs.
• Blonde to medium-dark hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for all required production days.
• Guardian must also be available throughout the required production schedule.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Time-and-a-half applies after 6 hours.

Experienced Male Bartender for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking an experienced male bartender for a non-speaking background role in Molly’s Bar scenes. This paid TV casting opportunity is open to men of all ethnicities who have real bartending experience and can confidently perform authentic bar service actions on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in Molly’s Bar scenes on “Chicago Fire.”
• Perform realistic bartending and bar service actions on camera.
• Handle typical bartender duties naturally during background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20s–50s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must have real bartending experience.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming episode.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.