Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Young Professionals for Featured Non-Speaking Roles

Job Description
A television series is casting professional-looking men and women for featured non-speaking extra roles in an upcoming episode. Talent should present an upscale, polished appearance and be prepared to attend a wardrobe fitting prior to filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional business type in various scenes

• Wear business attire as directed by wardrobe specifications

• Follow on-set directions to maintain continuity

• Remain professional and engaged throughout filming

Requirements

• Male or female, all ethnicities, ages 20s–30s

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

• Must provide a current photo wearing a business suit (no other photos accepted)

• Well-groomed and able to portray a professional demeanor

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon booking)

• Wardrobe fitting required prior to filming

African American Female with Short Hair for Featured Extra Role

Job Description
A television series is casting African American women with short hair for a featured non-speaking extra role. This part will require an FX fitting for a bald cap prior to the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a featured background performer in selected scenes

• Undergo an FX fitting for a bald cap before filming

• Follow on-set direction to maintain scene continuity

• Arrive on time and prepared for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• African American female, ages 30s to early 40s

• Short hair required (no wigs; must show actual hair length)

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

• Able to attend an FX fitting before the shoot date

Compensation

• Paid featured non-speaking extra role (rate disclosed upon booking)

Featured Extra – African American Female with Short Hair

Job Description
Casting African American women in their 30s to early 40s with short hair for a featured non-speaking extra role in an upcoming production. The role will include a special effects fitting for a bald cap before the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a special effects fitting for a bald cap prior to filming

• Portray the assigned character in a non-speaking role

• Follow on-set direction to ensure continuity and authenticity in the performance

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready for wardrobe and makeup as needed

Requirements

• African American female, 30s to early 40s

• Short hair only (no wigs) — hair length must be visible

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

• Provide recent color photograph with no headshots, comp cards, or group photos

• Submit height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe sizes

• No prior experience necessary, but set work experience is a plus

Compensation

• Paid featured extra role (rate to be confirmed with production)

Child Actor for TV Scene

Job Description
Casting children for an upcoming TV production scene. This role is open to kids with proper work permits or those able to obtain them quickly. The shoot will take place indoors and is a one-day commitment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day shoot for a TV scene

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain focus and professionalism on set

• Arrive prepared and on time with proper wardrobe

Requirements

• Boys and girls, ages 8 to 12

• Must have a Joan Philo work permit or be able to secure one promptly

• Boys: provide height, weight, T-shirt size, pants size, shoe size

• Girls: provide height, weight, T-shirt size, dress size, shoe size

• Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

• Must disclose if currently enrolled in school

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

Stand-In for TV Production

Job Description
Casting a stand-in for a television production. This role requires someone who closely matches the described physical attributes to ensure continuity for lighting and camera setups during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for the principal actor during rehearsals, lighting adjustments, and camera blocking

• Maintain consistency in position and movement as directed by the production team

• Collaborate with crew to help set up and finalize each shot

Requirements

• African American male

• Bald or short hair

• Height between 5’8” and 5’9”

• Must be available for a later morning call time

• Professional and punctual with strong on-set etiquette

Compensation

• Paid role; rate to be confirmed upon booking

Stand-In – African American or Indian Male

Job Description
A television production is seeking a stand-in to match the height, weight, and complexion of a principal actor. The role involves working closely with the crew to assist with lighting and camera blocking before the actor steps in. This is a great opportunity for someone local to the area to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

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

• Match the specified physical attributes of the actor.

• Follow directions from the director and crew to maintain scene continuity.

• Maintain professionalism and readiness throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• African American or Indian male, ages 20–40.

• Dark hair, height 5’4″–5’7″, slender to medium build.

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

• Prior stand-in or extra experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role with professional on-set experience.

Police Officer Extras

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for men and women to portray police officers in an upcoming television production. This is a great opportunity for non-speaking extras who can bring authenticity and professionalism to scenes set in a police environment. Applicants should be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or surrounding border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a realistic and professional manner

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a natural look suitable for on-screen work

• Dress casually for submissions unless you are an actual police officer submitting in uniform

Requirements

• Men (ages 20s–60s) and women (ages 30s–50s), all ethnicities

• Men: short hair, no facial hair

• Provide your name, age, phone number, city, state, and full clothing sizes

• Men: height, weight, jacket, neck, sleeve, waist, T-shirt, inseam, and shoe

• Women: height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Paid role, rate to be provided upon booking

Bartender Extras – Male and Female

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking male and female bartenders, both experienced and non-experienced, to appear as non-speaking extras in an upcoming television production. These roles will portray bartenders in a police bar setting, and talent should be able to deliver an authentic presence on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender naturally and professionally in a bar scene

• Follow direction from the production team for scene continuity

• Provide accurate and updated wardrobe sizes for proper costume coordination

• Dress casually for photo submissions

Requirements

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

• Must submit a recent color photograph with current hairstyle and hair color (no headshots, comp cards, blurry images, hats, sunglasses, or other people in the photo)

• Men: height, weight, jacket, neck, sleeve, waist, T-shirt, inseam, and shoe

• Women: height, weight, dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe

• Must be local or able to work as a local hire

• Bartending experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid role, rate provided upon booking

Real Medics and EMTs – Male and Female

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking real medics and EMTs to appear in an upcoming television production. This opportunity is open to male and female talent of all ethnicities who can bring authenticity to their roles in a high-intensity setting. Talent should be between the ages of 20 and 40 and must be able to provide a professional, realistic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medic or EMT authentically on screen

• Wear your own professional uniform for filming

• Follow direction from the production team for scene accuracy and continuity

• Be available for a full day of filming as scheduled

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–40, all ethnicities

• Men: short hair; mustaches allowed but no beards

• Must submit a recent color photo with current hairstyle and hair color (no blurry images or headshots)

• Must be local or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $200 for 8 hours plus time and a half after 8 hours

• Additional $25 special ability rate

Casting Call for Police Types as Non-Speaking Extras on “Chicago Fire”

Job Description
The production of Chicago Fire is seeking men and women local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states to Illinois for non-speaking extra roles portraying police types. Filming will take place on Monday, August 18th, for a police bar scene. This opportunity is perfect for those with a professional look who can convincingly fit a law enforcement role.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a non-speaking police type extra

• Dress in casual attire unless you are actual law enforcement, in which case you may wear a real police uniform

• Follow on-set directions to maintain scene authenticity and continuity

• Be punctual and prepared with the required wardrobe details submitted in advance

Requirements

• Men (20s–30s, all ethnicities) with short hair, no facial hair

• Women (20s–40s, all ethnicities)

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

• Provide recent, clear photos showing current hairstyle and no headshots, comp cards, blurry, cropped, or group photos

• Indicate the last time you worked on Chicago Fire, if applicable

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)