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Featured Muscle Man Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a featured male background actor to portray an imposing muscle man in an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with a muscular physique who can command attention on screen in a featured non-speaking role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured muscle man in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Muscular physique with an imposing appearance.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours).
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

Featured Male Background Actor

Job Description

A feature film is casting a featured male background actor for an upcoming production filming in the Chicago area. This paid opportunity is seeking men who can portray a person who appears intoxicated in a non-speaking featured role. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured non-speaking character in a feature film.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 20–30.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to portray a person who appears intoxicated.
• Must be local to the Chicago area, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• Filming: $165/8 hours (time and a half after 8 hours)
• Wardrobe fitting: $40/2 hours

Desk Sergeants for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking desk sergeants for an upcoming production in Chicago. This paid background opportunity is seeking professional-looking men and women who can convincingly portray experienced law enforcement personnel. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a desk sergeant in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 40–60.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Men must be clean-shaven.
• Must have an appearance suitable for a law enforcement role.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Featured Goth and Punk Rocker Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking male extras with authentic goth, punk, or mohawk hairstyles for an upcoming production in Chicago. This paid opportunity is looking for performers with bold alternative styles who can help create memorable on-screen characters. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured goth or punk rocker in a non-speaking role.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before production.
• Maintain your authentic alternative look throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20–30.
• Must have an authentic goth, punk, or mohawk hairstyle and style.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Featured Non-Speaking Male Extra for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting featured non-speaking male background actors to portray intoxicated patrons in Chicago. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who can deliver a convincing on-screen performance while following production direction. Local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an intoxicated patron in a featured non-speaking role.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Remain available for the full production day.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 20s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a drunk character.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours.

Job Title: Young Basketball Looking Players

CASTING CALL — Chicago Nobodies

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: Chicago Nobodies Feature Film

ROLES: Young Basketball Looking Player

SHOOT DATES: July 30

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the scheduled filming day. Call time is to be determined.

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

RATE: $136.40/8 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

Young Basketball Looking Player

• Height: Not specified
• Weight: Not specified
• Male
• Ages 18+ who can convincingly look younger (16–17-year-olds may also be considered)
• Any ethnicity
• Must have the appearance of someone who recently played basketball
• No actual basketball playing is required for the role

Stand-in experience required, if applicable: Not required.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply

Goth or Punk Rocker Featured Background Extra

Job Description

A paid feature film is casting male and female background actors with authentic goth or punk rocker looks for a featured non-speaking role near Chicago, Illinois. Casting directors are especially interested in talent with unique hairstyles, including mohawks, who can bring an edgy, alternative style to the production. This is a great opportunity for local performers to appear in a professional feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured goth or punk rocker in background scenes.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout the filming day.
• Be available for the full production schedule.

Requirements

• Male or female talent.
• Ages 20–39.
• Authentic goth or punk rocker appearance.
• Mohawk or other distinctive alternative hairstyles are encouraged.
• Must be able to work as a local hire near Chicago, Illinois.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Compensation

• $165 for up to 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours.

Muscle Man Background Extra for Feature Film

Job Description

A paid feature film is casting a male background actor to portray a muscular, imposing character in a non-speaking role filming near Chicago, Illinois. Casting directors are seeking men in their 20s and 30s with a strong physique who can convincingly portray an intimidating presence on screen. This is an excellent opportunity for local talent interested in working on a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a muscular background character in a non-speaking scene.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout the filming day.
• Be available for the full production schedule, including late-night filming.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20–39.
• Must have a muscular, imposing appearance.
• Must be able to work as a local hire near Chicago, Illinois.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming.
• Comfortable working a late-night filming schedule.

Compensation

• $165 for up to 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours.

Clean-Shaven Latino Male Photo Double for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking a clean-shaven Latino male photo double for a paid filming opportunity in the Chicago area. This photo double casting call is open to local talent who closely matches the required physical characteristics and can portray the featured actor for wide shots and insert scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a television production.
• Match the featured actor’s appearance for wide shots and insert scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Be available for a full filming day.

Requirements

• Latino male.
• Height between 5’11” and 6’1″.
• Slender to medium build.
• Dark hair.
• Appears to be in their 20s to 40s.
• Must be clean-shaven or willing to shave.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states.
• Previous photo double, stand-in, or background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $192 for the first 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Lunch provided.

Job Description:

Ladiek Castings is seeking background actors for a non-union video shoot filming in Round Lake, Illinois. Casting directors are looking for men with a football-player look to appear as background talent. This is a paid, one-day opportunity for performers available to work on July 30, 2026.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear as background talent in a video shoot.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for the full production day.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 20–50.
• Football-type appearance.
• Non-union talent.
• Previous applicants for OCP roles who were released are welcome to resubmit for background work.

Compensation:

• $200 for 8 hours.