Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

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)

Job Title: Richie Photo Double (Male)

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Richie Photo Double
SHOOT DATES: Mon. 1/12 through Mon. 1/12
AVAILABILITY: Must be fully available for the full workday on the shoot date
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $220/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

RICHIE PHOTO DOUBLE
• Height: 6’1
• Weight: 188 lbs
• Chest/Jacket: 40R
• T-Shirt: Medium/Large
• Pant: 31 x 34

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.

Chicago Real People Casting for Paid Billboard Campaign

Job Description
A paid promotional campaign is seeking real people who help make Chicago great. This project is looking for standout locals—restaurant owners, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, and other changemakers—who are making an impact through food, community, art, fashion, business, or culture. If you have a strong story and real Chicago pride, this is a great marketing opportunity to be featured in a billboard-style campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real person featured in a promotional/billboard campaign

• Share a short, authentic story about what you do in Chicago

• Follow simple direction during a photo shoot or filmed capture

• Represent your work, community impact, or creative identity on camera

Requirements

• Adults only (no minors)

• Must be a real Chicago-area local with a meaningful connection to the city

• Open to being photographed/filmed for promotional marketing use

• Ideal fits include: restaurateurs, community leaders, designers, athletes, artists, musicians, business owners, and creators

Compensation

• Paid campaign (rate provided upon selection)

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In (Angel)
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday 1/7
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the full shoot day on 1/7
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180 / 8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN (ANGEL)
• Height: 5’10”
• Weight: 145
• Additional specs: Must match photo reference provided by production

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.

Chicago Fire Special Episode Casting: Paid Non-Speaking Extras

Job Description
A special episode of Chicago Fire is casting paid background extras to appear in scenes filming in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent looking to build credits and work in a professional TV production environment. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles for a television episode

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity in movement, reactions, and placement across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 18–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago and the Western Suburbs area (local hire only)

• Must be available for all required shoot dates

• Able to provide a recent color photo reflecting current hair length and facial hair (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and punctual, professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

• Three-day shoot requirement

Outside School Scene Extras Casting

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background actors to work an outside school scene in the Chicago area. This is a paid, non-speaking extra opportunity for men and women who can deliver natural, everyday reactions in an outdoor setting. Casting is open to all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background extra in an exterior school scene

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and crowd reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (wardrobe consistency, placement, and actions)

• Work professionally on set and remain available throughout filming

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Outside School Scene Casting: Background Extras

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background extras to appear in an outside school scene. This is a great opportunity for talent in the Chicago area to gain on-set experience and work in a professional production environment. Casting is looking for a natural, everyday look and authentic reactions for exterior crowd-style moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles in an outdoor school setting

• Follow direction from the production team for movement, timing, and reactions

• Maintain continuity across takes (placement, actions, wardrobe consistency)

• Arrive on time, stay set-ready, and work professionally with a large group

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 20s–50s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only)

• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods

• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

Chicago Fire Special Episode Casting: Paid Non-Speaking Extras

Job Description
A special episode of Chicago Fire is casting paid background extras to appear in scenes filming in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. This is a great on-set opportunity for talent looking to build credits and work in a professional TV production environment. Casting is open to men and women of all ethnicities, and applicants must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking background roles for a television episode

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Maintain continuity in movement, reactions, and placement across takes

• Arrive camera-ready and remain professional throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Ages 18–70

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to Chicago and the Western Suburbs area (local hire only)

• Must be available for all required shoot dates

• Able to provide a recent color photo reflecting current hair length and facial hair (if applicable)

• Reliable transportation and punctual, professional attitude

Compensation

• Paid background extra role (rate provided upon selection)

• Three-day shoot requirement