Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call for College Students – Film “Saturn Return”

Job Description
A new film titled Saturn Return is seeking college-age actors to portray students in an upcoming shoot in Chicago. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student in campus and classroom scenes

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain professionalism on set

• Arrive on time and be prepared for a full day of filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–24, any gender, all ethnicities

• Must have an EP Casting profile to be considered

• Must be available for the full filming day

• Local to Chicago or able to self-report to the Hyde Park area

Compensation

• Rate: $132.80 for 8 hours

Stand-In Casting Call in Chicago

Job Description
A television production is now seeking a Caucasian male to work as a stand-in for upcoming shoot dates in Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity to gain on-set experience and work closely with the camera and lighting departments on a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera setup during filming

• Maintain consistency in positioning, height, and movement to match the lead actor

• Collaborate with the production crew to ensure smooth technical preparation

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera operators

Requirements

• Male, Caucasian, with red hair

• Ages 20s–30s

• Height: 5’10”–6’; Weight: 140–165 lbs

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

• Prior stand-in or background experience preferred

• Must be available for shoot dates and overnight filming as needed

Compensation

• Rate to be provided upon selection

Stand-In Casting Call in Chicago

Job Description
A television production filming in Chicago is looking for a Latina stand-in for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity for someone who matches the physical characteristics of the actor and has experience or interest in working on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera blocking during filming

• Work closely with the camera and production team to ensure scene accuracy

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

• Follow direction efficiently in a fast-paced production environment

Requirements

• Female, Latina, with dark hair (curly or straight — specify if curly)

• Height: 5’2”–5’5”; Weight: 165–190 lbs

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

• Prior experience as a stand-in or background extra preferred but not required

• Must be available on Tuesday, October 21

Compensation

• Rate to be disclosed upon selection

Casting Call for Hospital Scene on Popular TV Series in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
Casting directors are seeking male and female actors (ages 20s–60s) for an upcoming hospital scene filming in Chicago. This is a great opportunity to appear in a hit television series and gain valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray realistic background characters in a hospital setting

• Follow directions from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain professionalism during long filming hours

Requirements:

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

• Open to all ethnicities, genders, and body types

• Must have full availability on Monday, October 20th

• Must not have worked on the show within the past week

• Applicants must include the last date they worked on the show (if applicable)

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity

Casting College Students for Film “Saturn Return” in Chicago

Job Description:
The upcoming feature film Saturn Return is now seeking background talent to portray college students in an on-campus scene. Filming will take place in Chicago’s Hyde Park area. This role is perfect for individuals who can bring natural student energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college student in a campus environment

• Follow direction from the film’s production team to maintain scene authenticity

• Arrive camera-ready and on time for filming

• Remain professional and cooperative on set

Requirements:

• Ages 18–24 (college-age appearance)

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must have an EP Casting profile to be considered

• Must be local to the Chicago, IL area

Compensation:

• $132.80 for 8 hours of work

Casting College Soccer Referee for Film “Saturn Return” in Chicago

Job Description:
A new feature film titled Saturn Return is now casting an experienced soccer referee to portray a college-level referee in an upcoming scene. This role requires real-life experience as a soccer ref to ensure authenticity on screen. Filming will take place in the Hyde Park area of Chicago.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college soccer referee in a realistic game scene

• Follow on-set direction to simulate officiating gameplay

• Bring professionalism and authenticity to the role

• Maintain availability for the full shoot day

Requirements:

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must have real soccer referee experience

• Must have an EP Casting profile to be considered

• Local to Chicago, IL (no travel or lodging provided)

Compensation:

• $175 for 8 hours of work

Casting Male and Female Extras for “Chicago Fire” – Business Professionals

Job Description:
NBC’s Chicago Fire is now seeking male and female background actors to portray professional business types for an upcoming episode. Filming will take place in the Chicago area, and this opportunity is open to local talent only. The production is looking for individuals with a polished, professional appearance who can bring authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a business professional in a corporate-style setting

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene continuity

• Be available for wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

• Arrive on set prepared and ready for camera

Requirements:

• Male and Female, ages 20s–30s, all ethnicities

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

• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before the shoot

• Must not have worked on Chicago Fire in the past week or be booked for this week

• Must provide a current photo wearing a business suit (submit multiple options if available)

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (standard background rate)

Casting Call for Background Actors in the Feature Film “Cheesesteak”

Job Description:
Casting directors are seeking background actors for the upcoming feature film Cheesesteak. This exciting new project is a collaboration between two major casting teams and will be filmed in the Chicago, Illinois area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray local Chicago characters in various background scenes

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and reliability during filming

Requirements:

• Open to all genders and ethnicities

• Must be local to the Chicago, IL area (no travel provided)

Compensation:

• $140 for 8 hours

Casting Pedestrians for NBC’s “Chicago Fire” Night Shoot

Job Description:
NBC’s hit drama Chicago Fire is now casting male and female background actors to appear as pedestrians in an upcoming night shoot. This is a great opportunity for local talent in Illinois and surrounding areas to be featured in one of television’s most popular series.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray pedestrians in outdoor night scenes

• Follow on-set directions from the production team

• Arrive on time and prepared for a night shoot environment

• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming

Requirements:

• Male and female, all ethnicities, ages 20–60

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

• Must have full availability for the night shoot (approximately 2 PM–3 AM)

• Cannot have worked on Chicago Fire within the past week or be scheduled this week

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (standard background rate

Extras Needed for City Hall Scene on Hit TV Show Filming in Chicago, IL

Job Description
A popular television series filming in Chicago is seeking men and women to appear as non-speaking extras for a City Hall scene. This opportunity is open to local talent and surrounding border states to Illinois. The production is also looking for individuals with professional business attire and clean-shaven men with short hair to portray police officers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray City Hall staff, officials, and attendees in a professional environment

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production crew during filming

• Maintain professionalism and remain attentive on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–60, all ethnicities

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

• Must have nice business attire; clean-shaven men with short hair preferred for police officer roles

• Must provide full measurements and recent color photo when submitting

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Non-speaking background role