Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking additional background performers in Chicago who can portray police or military-type characters. Applicants do not need to have real law enforcement or military experience for these roles. Casting is looking for clean-shaven men with short hair and women in their 30s through 60s. All ethnicities are welcome. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Portray a police or military-type character as assigned.
• Follow direction from the production and background teams.
• Maintain the requested appearance and grooming throughout filming.

Requirements

• Open to men and women.
• Men must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Women should be in their 30s–60s.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• No real police or military experience is required.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming date.

Compensation

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

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is casting real police officers and military personnel for background roles in Chicago. The production is seeking male and female talent with genuine law enforcement or military experience who can bring an authentic presence to the scenes. Applicants must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois. Male applicants must have short hair and be clean-shaven.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent on “Chicago Fire.”
• Portray police or military personnel using relevant professional experience.
• Follow direction from the production and background teams.
• Maintain the required professional appearance and grooming throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male and female real police officers or military personnel.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must not have recently worked on the production or already be booked for an upcoming date.

Compensation

• $206 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Additional $25 special ability bump.

Military Experienced Actors for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking men and women with real military experience for paid, non-speaking background roles in an upcoming exterior scene filming in the Chicago area. This opportunity is looking for authentic military professionals and veterans who can bring their real-world experience, discipline, and presence to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a non-speaking background actor on “Chicago Fire.”
• Use real-world military experience to bring authenticity to the scene.
• Perform natural background actions as directed by the production team.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain continuity between takes.
• Remain professional and prepared throughout an extended filming day.

Requirements

• Men and women with real military experience.
• Ages 20s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Male talent must be clean-shaven with short hair in accordance with the requested look.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working an exterior scene.
• Early morning availability may be required.

Compensation

• $206 for 8 hours.
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Additional $25 special ability bump.

Job Description

Chicago Fashion Showcase is preparing for its 2026 fashion event in Chicago, bringing together runway shows, pop-up shops, activations, photo opportunities, panel discussions, entertainment, and more. The showcase provides an opportunity for models and fashion talent to participate in a large-scale event centered around fashion, creativity, and industry connections.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in fashion showcase activities and runway presentations as selected.
• Model clothing and designs in a professional event environment.
• Follow direction from designers, organizers, and production staff.
• Maintain a professional presence throughout the showcase.

Requirements

• Models and fashion talent interested in participating in the Chicago Fashion Showcase.
• Comfortable appearing in runway and fashion-focused environments.
• Able to follow event and production direction.
• Professional and reliable throughout the event.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Latina Child Photo Double for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a young Latina or mixed-heritage girl to work as a photo double for a child actor. The selected performer will appear in insert shots and wide shots in place of the principal child actor. No previous film set experience is required, and the role involves simple on-camera actions such as sitting, standing, or walking within a scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a child actor on “Chicago Fire.”
• Appear in insert shots, wide shots, and other scenes as needed.
• Perform simple actions such as sitting, standing, and walking.
• Match the principal child actor’s appearance as closely as possible.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Latina or mixed-heritage girl.
• Age 9 or 10.
• Must closely match the child actor’s height, weight, and complexion.
• No previous acting or film set experience required.
• Must be able to work in the Chicago area.

Compensation

• $170 for 6 hours.
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 6 hours.

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is casting newborn babies for featured on-camera work and a potential still photography shoot. The production is seeking Latino/Latina and Caucasian newborns, including both twins and single babies. Families should be local to Chicago, nearby suburbs, or surrounding states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a newborn baby in scenes for a television production.
• Participate in a potential still photography shoot if selected.
• Work under the supervision of the production’s on-set baby nurse and production team.
• Follow all required guidelines for newborn performers on set.

Requirements

• Newborn girls or boys weighing 10 lbs. or less.
• Seeking Latino/Latina or Caucasian newborns.
• Both twins and single newborns are encouraged to apply.
• Newborn must obtain an Illinois Joan Philo work permit.
• Submission should include the newborn’s name, parents’ names, phone number, city, state, clothing sizes, height, and weight.

Compensation

• $200 for two hours of work.
• Newborns work a maximum of two hours.

Male and Female Models for Runway LatinX 2026

Job Description

A major runway fashion event is seeking male and female models for Runway LatinX 2026. Selected models will walk in a live runway show celebrating fashion, gastronomy, mixology, and entertainment in front of approximately 1,000 guests. This modeling opportunity is ideal for confident talent with strong runway presence who are ready to showcase designers and fashion looks during a high-energy live event.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway during Runway LatinX 2026.
• Model assigned fashion looks with confidence and professionalism.
• Follow runway direction, choreography, and event production instructions.
• Participate in required fittings, rehearsals, and show preparations.
• Maintain strong stage presence throughout the live fashion event.
• Represent assigned designers and fashion looks professionally.

Requirements

• Open to male and female models.
• Male models must be approximately 5’10″–6’2″.
• Female models must be approximately 5’8″ or taller.
• Strong runway walk and confident stage presence.
• Comfortable performing in front of a large live audience.
• Must be available for the runway show on October 24, 2026.

Compensation

• Compensation will be discussed with selected models.

African American Female Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking an African American female stand-in to assist with professional camera blocking and lighting setups in the Chicago area. The selected performer should closely match the principal actor’s height, weight, complexion, and hair characteristics. This is a paid, non-speaking stand-in opportunity ideal for reliable talent who can maintain consistent positioning and follow technical direction throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups.
• Maintain accurate marks and positioning during technical rehearsals.
• Follow instructions from the camera, lighting, and production departments.
• Match the principal actor’s positioning during camera blocking.
• Remain attentive and consistent throughout the production day.
• Work professionally with crew members during technical preparations.

Requirements

• African American female, ages 20s–40s.
• Light to medium complexion.
• Dark to medium-dark hair.
• Height between 5’2″ and 5’4″.
• Weight between 100–120 lbs.
• Must closely match the principal actor’s physical characteristics.
• Previous stand-in or professional on-set experience is preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working extended production hours.

Compensation

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

Blonde Female Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking a Caucasian female stand-in with blonde hair to work in the Chicago area. The selected performer will stand in for a principal actor while the lighting and camera departments prepare shots and technical setups. This is a non-speaking role requiring talent who closely matches the actor’s physical characteristics and can maintain consistent positioning throughout production.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for a principal actor during camera and lighting setups.
• Maintain accurate marks and positioning between production setups.
• Follow instructions from the camera, lighting, and production teams.
• Match the principal actor’s positioning for technical rehearsals.
• Remain professional, attentive, and consistent throughout long filming days.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 20s–40s.
• Blonde hair.
• Height between 5’8″ and 5’10”.
• Weight between 125–150 lbs.
• Must closely match the principal actor’s height, weight, and complexion.
• Previous stand-in or professional on-set experience is preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be able to work extended production hours.

Compensation

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

Latina Wife and Mother for Featured TV Role

Job Description

A television production is seeking a classy Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman to portray a wife and mother in her 50s for a paid, non-speaking featured role. Casting is looking for women ages 47–59 who can bring a polished, authentic, and natural presence to the character. The role requires two filming days plus a separate still photography shoot and is open to talent local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a wife and mother in a featured, non-speaking television role.
• Deliver natural reactions and expressions without scripted dialogue.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character and continuity across multiple filming days.
• Participate in a separate still photography shoot.
• Work professionally during extended production hours, including overnight filming.

Requirements

• Latina or mixed-heritage Latina woman.
• Ages 47–59.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a wife and mother in her 50s.
• Polished, classy, and natural on-camera presence.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for two filming days and one still photography shoot.
• Acting experience is welcomed but not required.
• Comfortable working an overnight production schedule.

Compensation

• This is a paid non-speaking featured role.