Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Title: Stand-In — Neil Fak

CASTING CALL — The Bear, Season 5
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 5
ROLES: Stand-In — Neil Fak
SHOOT DATES: Fri. 1/9 through Fri. 1/9
AVAILABILITY: Must have open availability for the rest of the season
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: $180/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

STAND-IN — NEIL FAK
• Height: 5’6″
• T-Shirt: XXL or 3XL

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.

Seamstress/Tailor (Union Background Role)

Job Description
A production is seeking union background talent with real seamstress or tailor experience to portray working professionals on camera. This is a great opportunity for skilled wardrobe professionals who can bring authenticity to set and support a realistic workroom environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a seamstress or tailor in background scenes

• Use real wardrobe/tailoring experience to support authentic on-camera action

• Follow direction from the production team and maintain continuity

• Work professionally on a busy set with other background performers

Requirements

• Union submissions only

• Must be registered with Central Casting

• Seamstress/tailor experience required

• Must be able to portray ages 25–50

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the LA area

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours

Stand-Ins (TV/Film Production)

Job Description
A production filming in Atlanta is hiring stand-ins to support principal scenes with lighting, camera blocking, and on-set continuity. These are paid stand-in roles for talent who can closely match specific hair color and skin tone references to help the crew maintain consistent lighting and framing throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting setups, rehearsals, and camera tests

• Match the performer’s look for continuity, including hair color and skin tone

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and camera team

• Remain available as needed throughout the production run

Requirements

• Ages 18–40

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA

• Must closely match hair color and skin tone reference photos

• Roles needed:

  • Stand-In #1: Female, White, height 5’8″–5’10”, long brunette hair

  • Stand-In #2: Male, White, height 6’1″–6’3″, short reddish/brunette hair

  • Stand-In #3: Male, White, height 6’0″–6’2″, short brunette hair

Compensation

• $175 for 12 hours

Latina Stand-In (TV Production)

Job Description
A TV production is seeking a Latina stand-in to match a principal actor for lighting and camera blocking. This paid stand-in opportunity is ideal for talent who can closely match the performer’s height, weight, complexion, and overall look, and who can work professionally on a fast-paced set.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for a principal actor during lighting setups and camera rehearsals

• Match the actor’s general look for scene continuity (height, weight, complexion)

• Follow direction from the crew and remain ready between setups

• Maintain consistency with wardrobe and positioning across takes

Requirements

• Latina

• Height: 5’3″–5’5″

• Weight: 115–145

• Dark hair

• Must be able to closely match the actor’s look for lighting and camera work

• Stand-in experience is a plus (but not required)

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate shared if selected)

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

Female College Basketball Teams (TV Series)

Job Description
A new television series is seeking established female college basketball teams to appear on camera. This opportunity is open to competitive teams with strong chemistry and game-ready skills. Production is looking to book full teams (not individual players) to bring authentic college basketball energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a full college basketball team in a scripted TV series

• Play basketball at an intermediate to advanced level during filmed scenes

• Work together as a team to perform realistic gameplay and drills

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

Requirements

• Female college basketball teams only (existing teams, not individuals)

• Ages 18–25

• Intermediate to advanced basketball skill level

• Teams should include approximately 13 players

• Must be available for a full filming day

Compensation

• $370 for an 8-hour day

• Overtime paid beyond 8 hours

Lookalike Background Performer (Mistaken Identity Scene)

Job Description
A production is casting a lookalike background performer for a mistaken identity moment. This is not a photo double role—talent should naturally resemble the reference actor but does not need to be an exact match. This is a great opportunity for performers who can bring believable presence to an interior studio scene and stay flexible with the day’s schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a mistaken identity scene

• Match the general look and vibe of the reference actor

• Follow direction from the on-set team and maintain continuity

• Remain available with a flexible schedule as call times may shift

Requirements

• New faces preferred, but all experience levels welcome

• Must resemble the reference actor (not an exact match required)

• Height should be within 5’2″–5’6″

• Must be available any time during the day/afternoon/evening on the shoot day

• Comfortable working on an interior studio set in Mississauga

Compensation

• Union: Background rate per applicable agreement

• Non-union: $17.60/hour with an 8-hour minimum

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.

Non-Union Child Background Actors (Girls)

Job Description
A television series is seeking non-union child background actors to portray kids enjoying a day at the park. This is a paid background opportunity for young performers who can follow simple direction and work in a winter outdoor filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a child parkgoer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the on-set team with a parent/guardian present

• Maintain continuity during multiple takes

• Be comfortable working outdoors in winter conditions

Requirements

• Non-union girls, ages 6–10

• Must have a parent or legal guardian available for the entire workday

• Able to work outdoors in winter exterior scenes

• Must provide current photos for consideration

Compensation

• $181.50 for up to 10 hours