Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Officer 4 – Law Enforcement Background Role

Job Description
A television series is seeking a physically fit male performer to portray Officer 4, a law enforcement officer serving a search warrant in a scripted reenactment. This role supports realistic police procedure and requires confident on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer executing a search warrant

• Handle prop weapons professionally

• Follow direction and scene blocking

• Maintain character consistency

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 30s–40s

• Physically fit

• Clean-cut, officer-style hairstyle

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles

Compensation

• $100 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Officer 2 – First Responder Background Role

Job Description
A network television production is casting a physically fit male performer to portray Officer 2, a first responder arriving on scene. This role requires a clean-cut, professional appearance and comfort portraying law enforcement in scripted reenactment scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a first responder law enforcement officer on camera

• Handle prop weapons safely and professionally

• Follow blocking and direction during reenactment scenes

• Maintain an authoritative and realistic on-screen presence

Requirements

• Male performer

• Ages 30s–40s

• Physically fit

• Clean-cut, officer-style hairstyle

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement and handling prop weapons

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Blake Sisters – DPP Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting DPP performers to portray Blake’s sisters. These roles support family-driven storytelling and do not require relation to other cast members.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray sibling characters in scripted scenes

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Female performers

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 18–25

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Blake Mom – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a DPP performer to portray Blake’s mother in a scripted scene. This role does not require relation to other cast members and focuses on emotional presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mother character in scripted scenes

• Follow direction for emotional and dramatic moments

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Female performer

• Any ethnicity

• Ages 40–60s

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Onesie Neighbor – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is casting a DPP performer to portray a quirky neighbor wearing a onesie. This role adds visual interest and personality to neighborhood scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a neighbor character on camera

• Wear provided costume wardrobe

• Follow direction during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 25+

• Accurate sizing required for wardrobe

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $50 DPP bump

Car Detailer – DPP Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking a DPP performer to portray a car detailer. This role benefits from real-world experience and adds authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a working car detailer on camera

• Perform realistic detailing actions

• Follow direction and maintain continuity

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Experience in car detailing preferred

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• DPP pay rate applied

Gym & Coffee Shop Patrons – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is casting background performers to portray gym members and coffee shop patrons. These roles help build authentic everyday environments on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray gym or coffee shop patrons naturally

• Wear appropriate wardrobe provided by performer

• Follow on-set direction and blocking

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must provide gym attire and a separate coffee shop look

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• $20 wardrobe/prop bump

Colorful Car Owners – Background Role

Job Description
A television production is seeking background performers with colorful, eye-catching cars for exterior scenes. These roles help create an energetic, visually engaging atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera with your vehicle in background scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors

• Maintain continuity during filming

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Ages 18+

• Must own a colorful or visually interesting car

Compensation

• $96 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

Female Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is casting a reliable female stand-in to work closely with the production team during lighting and camera setups. This role requires someone who closely matches the principal actor’s physical profile and can assist with scene blocking and technical preparation. Stand-ins play a key role in keeping production running smoothly.

Job Responsibilities

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

• Match the actor’s height, weight, and general complexion for setup purposes

• Hold marks and positions on set for extended periods

• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and assistant director teams

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout multiple shoot days

Requirements

• Caucasian female

• Ages 30–60

• Dark hair

• Height between 5’5” and 5’7”

• Weight range approximately 110–135 lbs

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

• Prior stand-in or on-set experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role

Male Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking an experienced and reliable male stand-in to work in place of a principal actor during lighting and camera setups. This role is critical to the production process and requires close physical matching to the actor. The stand-in will assist the crew by holding positions on set while scenes are prepared.

Job Responsibilities

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

• Match the actor’s height, build, and complexion as closely as possible

• Hold marks and positions on set for extended periods

• Follow direction from the camera, lighting, and assistant director teams

• Maintain professionalism and availability throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• African American male

• Ages 30–60

• Dark hair

• Height between 6’0” and 6’3”

• Medium to large build

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

• Prior stand-in or on-set experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $186 for up to 8 hours

• Overtime paid after 8 hours

• Paid stand-in role