Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Firefighter (Male Background Extra)

Job Description
A television production is casting male background actors to portray firefighters in an upcoming scene. This paid background extra role is seeking talent with a clean, uniform-ready look who can follow direction and appear authentic on camera in a professional firehouse environment. Production is only considering local hires in the Chicago area and nearby border states that touch Illinois, and they are prioritizing new faces who have not worked on the show recently.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in a TV scene as background talent

• Follow direction for blocking, placement, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance on set

• Be comfortable wearing firefighter-related wardrobe as assigned by production

Requirements

• Male, ages 30s–50s

• African American, Asian, Indian, or Latino

• Clean-shaven with short hair

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

• Must provide a current color photo that accurately shows your current facial hair/hair

• Photo rules: no headshots, no comp cards, no sunglasses, no hats, no cropped heads/hair

• Do not apply if you worked on this production within the last week

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided if selected)

Chicago-Area Extras (Cars, Pedestrians, Medics, Looky-Loos)

Job Description
A television production is casting local Chicago-area background talent for multiple extra roles, including people with cars, pedestrians, clean-shaven men with short hair to portray medics, and general “looky-loos” who can react naturally on camera. This paid background acting opportunity is open to all ethnicities and a wide age range. If you have a vehicle that fits the guidelines, you may be featured driving or parked on camera, but you can also be considered without a car.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background extra in street and public scene setups

• For drivers: bring your vehicle and follow direction for staging and movement

• For pedestrians/looky-loos: provide natural reactions and realistic background action

• For medic roles: appear professional and uniform-ready as directed

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male and female, all ethnicities, ages 20s–70s

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

• Do not apply if you worked on this production within the last week

• If submitting with a car: vehicle must be any color except red, black, or white

• Must provide a current color photo showing your current look (no headshots, no sunglasses, no hats, no cropped head/hair)

• Must provide full clothing sizes (production requires accurate sizing)

• For medics: clean-shaven men with short hair

Compensation

• Paid background roles (rate provided if selected)

Stand-In (Caucasian Female, Red/Reddish Hair)

Job Description
A television production is casting a Caucasian female stand-in to work on set in the Chicago area. This paid stand-in role is for someone with red or reddish hair and a slim to medium build who can match an actor’s general look. As a stand-in, you’ll be used for lighting, camera blocking, and setup before the principal actor steps in—so being patient, professional, and comfortable taking technical direction is key.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for an actor during lighting setups and camera blocking

• Follow direction from the crew for marks, timing, and positioning

• Maintain continuity in posture and movement while scenes are prepped

• Remain focused and available on set for repeated technical adjustments

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 20s–40s

• Red or reddish hair

• Slim to medium build

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

• Comfortable working closely with the crew in a technical stand-in role

• Must provide a current color photo showing your current look (no headshots, no sunglasses, no hats, no cropped head/hair)

• Prior stand-in or extra experience helpful but not required

Compensation

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

Featured Firefighter Extras (Non-Speaking, Chicago Area)

Job Description
A featured background casting is seeking good-looking, fit men in their 20s to early 30s to portray dressed firefighters (no real firefighter experience required). This is a Chicago-area local hire opportunity for talent who can present a clean, professional firefighter look on camera. The role is featured and non-speaking, ideal for performers looking for Chicago extras work and featured background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a dressed firefighter in featured, non-speaking scenes

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a clean, camera-ready appearance throughout filming

• Arrive prepared with correct wardrobe sizing details for costuming

Requirements

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

• Men, 20s to early 30s, fit/athletic build

• Clean-shaven with short hair

• All ethnicities welcome

• Reliable transportation and full availability for the shoot day

• Must be able to provide clothing sizes (height, weight, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe)

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours

Featured Barfly Role for TV Series (Chicago Area)

Job Description
A TV series is casting featured, non-speaking background talent to portray a barfly in a bar scene filming in the Chicago area. This is a featured extra opportunity for males who can deliver a natural, believable bar atmosphere look on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois, and should be ready to submit a clear recent color photo and full sizing details for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured barfly in a bar scene with natural, realistic behavior

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Male, ages 30s–40s

• All ethnicities encouraged

• Must be local to Chicago/suburbs or surrounding border states to IL

• Must be available for the filming day

• Do not submit if you have worked in the past two weeks

• Must provide full measurements/sizes: height, weight, suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam (plus age, phone, and state)

Compensation

• Featured pay: $165 for 8 hours

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

• Payment by check approximately two weeks after filming (if cast)

Dressed Firefighter Extras (Clean-Shaven Males)

Job Description
A production filming in the Chicago area is seeking clean-shaven male extras to portray dressed firefighters. This background role is ideal for talent with a polished, uniform-ready look and the ability to take direction on a busy set. Casting is focused on short hair, clean-shaven men across all ethnicities, ages 20s–40s. Location: Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states (to IL only).

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed firefighter in background scenes.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Remain camera-ready with a neat, clean-shaven appearance and short hair.

• Be prepared for a full filming day and work efficiently in a team setting.

Requirements

• Male, clean-shaven, short hair.

• All ethnicities, ages 20s–40s.

• Must be local to Chicago/suburbs or able to work in Illinois from surrounding border states.

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot day provided by production.

• If previously booked in the last two weeks, be ready to share that information.

Compensation

• Pay rate not listed.

Egyptian Background Actors Needed for Non-Union TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting Egyptian background talent for upcoming filming in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Production is seeking Egyptian people of all genders and all ages who can help bring authentic community moments to screen. This is a paid background acting opportunity, and talent must be available for full-day and evening work during the filming window. Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted scenes for a non-union TV series.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Be camera-ready and professional throughout long filming days and evening calls.

Requirements

• Egyptian people, all genders, all ages.

• Non-union performers only.

• Must be a Manitoba resident and have a valid SIN (as required by production).

• Must be able to work in Winnipeg and surrounding areas as a local hire.

• Full-day and evening availability during the filming window provided by production.

Compensation

• $200 per day.

TV Series Background Extras: Clean-Shaven Men & Women for “White Shirt” Roles

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring background actors for “White Shirt” roles. Casting is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair and women, ages 40s to 60s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid extra opportunity for local talent who can work professionally on set, follow direction, and arrive wardrobe-ready. A wardrobe fitting may be required, and production needs submissions ASAP for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as background talent in “White Shirt” scenes with natural, believable reactions.

• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe (white shirt) and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain camera-ready, attentive, and professional during long shoot days.

• Communicate clearly with production about prior work on the series (if applicable).

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Men: clean-shaven with short hair; Women: camera-ready appearance.

• Ages 40s to 60s; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to attend a wardrobe fitting if requested.

• Must be comfortable with non-speaking extra work and long filming days.

• Do not submit photos taken on set in wardrobe (professional/personal photos only).

Compensation

• $132 for 8 hours (non-speaking background rate).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Featured Firefighter Role: Clean-Shaven Men with Short Hair (TV Series)

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting featured background talent to portray a firefighter (real firefighter experience welcome, but not required). Production is seeking clean-shaven men with short hair, ages 20s–30s, of all ethnicities. This is a paid, non-speaking featured role with a higher rate than standard background, and a wardrobe fitting is expected. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can bring confident, professional presence on camera, this is a great featured extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured firefighter on camera with believable movement and professional presence.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity during takes and resets.

• Wear production-approved wardrobe and maintain continuity throughout filming.

• Remain attentive, camera-ready, and professional during long shoot days.

• Provide accurate sizing details for wardrobe and attend fitting if required.

Requirements

• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Clean-shaven men with short hair; all ethnicities encouraged to apply.

• Ages 20s–30s (or able to portray).

• Comfortable with a non-speaking featured role and long filming days.

• Must not submit on-set wardrobe photos; submit recent, clear photos only.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours (featured pay rate).

Real Male Firefighters for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real male firefighters for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is looking for firefighters who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction on set, and commit to more than one work date. Some shoot days take place outside during incident scenes (higher rate), while other days are inside the firehouse. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can work multiple days, this is a strong paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real firefighter in featured background scenes.

• Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during firehouse and incident setups.

• Maintain a professional demeanor and stay camera-ready throughout long shoot days.

• Wear firefighter uniform/gear as required and keep continuity between takes.

• Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

• Real male firefighters only.

• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

• Must have availability for multiple filming days (production prioritizes those who can work more dates).

• Must submit a recent color photo in firefighter uniform.

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable with long shoot days and late wrap times.

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (higher-rate incident/outside days; details shared upon selection).

• $132 for 8 hours (firehouse/interior days).

• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.