THE BEAR IS BACK FOR SEASON 2!!!!
We are posting to give a little info on the 2nd Season of the Bear to get you psyched and ready, as we are just a few weeks out from the start of filming!
Filming will go from Feb 21st – April 14th
This season, the Bear is a NON-MANDATED VACCINE PRODUCTION, which means there is no vaccination requirement. YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO COVID TEST PRIOR TO FILMING OR WARDROBE FITTING DATES JUST LIKE ALWAYS. We will not ask about your vaccination status, BUT if it is your own desire to disclose that information to 4 Star Casting and Health & Safety, you are welcome to do so. Please keep in mind, MASKS are going to be required at ALL TIMES unless filming or eating/drinking, social distancing is going to be recommended as much as possible, and you will still have to follow ALL Covid protocols this show asks.
The Bear creators are always looking for fresh faces with specific looks and will photo pick for roles. That said, to be on this show, you MUST HAVE CURRENT PHOTOS IN YOUR PROFILE TAKEN WITHIN THE LAST 3 MONTHS AND NOT OLDER. If you have updated your hairstyle, facial hair, general vibe, your profile must reflect your CURRENT look for us to be able to accurately submit you to the directors. Your photos must be in good lighting, from straight on, with no sunglasses, no selfies, using no filters. Please upload BOTH a FULL BODY shot and a FACE shot that accurately depict your current look. To be extra sure it is your CURRENT look, you may consider holding a piece of paper with today’s date on it in the photo.
All individuals interested in working on the show must have a VALID, UNEXPIRED license/ID. You must have either a document from column A or documents from BOTH columns B+C on the attached I-9 list to be eligible to work on the show. Proof of residency is also required for employment.
MINORS 15 AND UNDER are required to have a work permit to be allowed on set. Work permits are only valid for 1 year upon issuance, so if you have previously gotten a work permit for your child, you should double check that it is still valid (issued less than a year ago), and if not, please delete the expired work permit from your child’s profile and replace it with the new one. If you have trouble uploading a current work permit, please email it to extras4thebear@gmail.com with subject line “UPDATED WORK PERMIT UPLOAD ISSUES”. If you need information on how to get a work permit, please check the minor registration link above and click through the preliminary pages until you get to the work permit info page that includes a checklist of all necessary documents including the 2022-2023 letter of intent to hire from 4 Star Casting. You MUST upload each minor’s work permit as jpeg or png – which should be named with the minor’s first and last name.
MINORS 17 AND UNDER are required to upload the Parent/Legal Guardian Data Collection Parental Verification and Consent affidavit (which is a new legal document, and not the parental form required to obtain the work permit) to their profiles. This can also be found on the minors section of our website. The PARENT AFFIDAVIT MUST be uploaded as a pdf. If you do not upload the forms (work permit, proof of age, and parent affidavit) in the required format, then your child’s profile will hover in an uncompleted, pending application and they will not be considered as eligible for the show. If you use a false document to upload and/or an expired work permit, upon our review we will delete the document and/or work permit, and make the account inactive until the proper documents are sent to us and verified.
We are looking forward to a great season THE BEAR!!
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Bald Male Stand-In Casting Call
Job Description
A paid stand-in role is now casting for a film or television production in Midlothian, Texas. Casting directors are looking for a bald male with light skin tones who matches the specified height and weight requirements. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in behind-the-scenes production work.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a stand-in during filming.
- Assist with lighting, camera, and rehearsal setups.
- Follow production team instructions throughout the shoot.
- Remain available for all scheduled filming days.
Requirements
- Bald male with light skin tones.
- Height: 5’11”.
- Weight: Approximately 180 lbs.
- Must be a Texas resident.
- Must be available to work in Midlothian, Texas for the scheduled production days.
Compensation
- $200 for 10 hours
Male Stand-In Casting Call
Job Description
A paid stand-in opportunity is available for a film or television production filming in Midlothian, Texas. Casting directors are seeking a male stand-in with olive to deep skin tones who closely matches the production’s specified height and weight. This role is ideal for experienced stand-ins or background performers looking to work on a multi-day production.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a stand-in during production.
- Match lighting, camera, and blocking setups for the principal actor.
- Follow directions from the assistant director and camera crew.
- Be available for the full filming schedule.
Requirements
- Male with olive to deep skin tones.
- Height: 5’10”.
- Weight: Approximately 160 lbs.
- Must be a Texas resident.
- Must be available to work in Midlothian, Texas for the scheduled production days.
Compensation
- $200 for 10 hours
Job Description
A new television series is seeking background actors to portray church members for a rush casting call in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is looking for Caucasian men and women ages 30 and older who can bring authenticity to church congregation scenes. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional TV production.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a church member in background scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team on set.
- Maintain continuity during filming.
- Work professionally with cast and crew.
- Be available for the scheduled filming day.
Requirements
- Caucasian men and women.
- Ages 30 and older.
- Comfortable portraying church congregation members.
- Must be able to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Available for the scheduled filming date.
Compensation
- $150 flat rate.
- Opportunity to work on a professional television series.
- Gain on-set experience in a TV production.
Baseball Umpires for Television Production
Job Description
A television production is seeking real baseball umpires with their own uniforms for a paid union background role filming in the Los Angeles area. This opportunity is ideal for experienced umpires who can bring authenticity to on-field scenes and are available for the scheduled production date.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a real baseball umpire during filming.
- Wear your own authentic umpire uniform on set.
- Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production day.
- Be available for the scheduled filming date.
Requirements
- Must be a real baseball umpire.
- Must own a complete umpire uniform.
- Must be able to work in the Los Angeles area.
- Available for the scheduled filming day.
- Union performers only.
Compensation
- $241 for 8 hours.
- Paid union background opportunity.
- Chance to work on a professional television production.
Athletic Men with Livestock Experience for The Chosen Season 7
Job Description
The Chosen Season 7 is seeking athletic men with olive to deep skin tones who have real experience working with livestock for a paid filming opportunity in Midlothian, Texas. This role is ideal for Texas residents who are comfortable handling livestock and can authentically portray characters in the production.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in scenes involving livestock for The Chosen Season 7.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Work safely and confidently around livestock on set.
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production day.
Requirements
- Texas residents only.
- Male with olive to deep skin tones.
- Athletic build.
- Previous experience working with livestock is required.
- Must be available for the scheduled filming day in Midlothian, Texas.
Compensation
- $200 for up to 12 hours of work.
- Opportunity to appear in The Chosen Season 7.
- Professional on-set experience with a major television production.
CASTING CALL — Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story (2026)
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story
ROLES: Decked Out Bears Bus Owner | Decked Out Bears Van Owner | Large Tailgate Vehicle Owner
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for the scheduled filming date. Call time TBD.
LOCATION: Chicago (Downtown), IL
RATE: $136.40/8 hours + $250 Vehicle Bump
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
DECKED OUT BEARS BUS OWNER
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Ages: 18+
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must own a fully decorated Chicago Bears-themed bus suitable for tailgating.
DECKED OUT BEARS VAN OWNER
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Ages: 18+
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must own a fully decorated Chicago Bears-themed van suitable for tailgating.
LARGE TAILGATE VEHICLE OWNER
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Ages: 18+
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must own a large vehicle decorated for Chicago Bears tailgating activities.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.
CASTING CALL — Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story (2026)
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Holiday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story
ROLES: Real Firefighters
SHOOT DATES: Monday, July 20, 2026 through Tuesday, July 21, 2026
AVAILABILITY: Must be available for both filming dates. Call time TBD.
LOCATION: Chicago (Blue Island), IL
RATE: $136.40/8 hours
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
REAL FIREFIGHTERS
• Height: Any
• Weight: Any
• Ages: 18+
• Gender: Any
• Ethnicity: Any
• Must be real, retired, or trained firefighters or EMTs.
• Those with turnout gear or house uniforms are encouraged to apply.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply
Officer 2 for True Crime Recreation Series
Job Description
A non-union true crime recreation series for network television is seeking an athletic performer to portray Officer 2. Filming will take place in the Knoxville, Tennessee area, offering actors an opportunity to appear in a professionally produced television recreation series.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as Officer 2 in a true crime recreation.
- Follow on-set direction from the production team.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
- Accurately portray a law enforcement officer.
Requirements
- Male or female.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Athletic build.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
- Available for the scheduled filming day.
Compensation
- $125 for the filming day.
- Non-union featured background role.
- No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.
Officer 1 for True Crime Recreation Series
Job Description
A true crime recreation series for network television is casting an athletic performer to portray Officer 1 in a non-union production filming in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This featured background opportunity is ideal for talent with a professional appearance who can convincingly portray law enforcement in a dramatic recreation.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Officer 1 in a true crime recreation scene.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Maintain a professional and realistic law enforcement appearance.
- Be available for the scheduled filming day.
Requirements
- Male or female.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Athletic build.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
- Available for the scheduled filming day.
Compensation
- $125 for the filming day.
- Non-union featured background role.
- No hotel, travel, or stipend provided.
Stand-In for Sports Promo
Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional project is seeking an experienced stand-in for filming in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers with previous stand-in experience who can accurately match the production’s principal talent throughout filming.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the stand-in for principal talent during lighting and camera setup.
- Follow direction from the crew to maintain scene continuity.
- Be available throughout the filming day for production needs.
- Assist the crew during technical setup between takes.
Requirements
- Male, ages 25–45.
- White.
- Previous stand-in experience required.
- Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.
Compensation
- Paid stand-in opportunity.
- SAG-AFTRA production.
- Local hire only; travel and lodging are not provided.
Body Doubles for Sports Promo
Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional production is hiring experienced body doubles for a paid shoot in Nashville, Tennessee. The production is looking for talent who closely matches specific physical requirements for principal performers. Applicants must be available for both scheduled filming days.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a body double for principal talent.
- Match movements, blocking, and camera positions.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Maintain continuity during filming.
Requirements
- Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.
- Available July 6–7, 2026.
- Roles include:
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- Athlete #1 Body Double (Male, 20–40, White, athletic build)
- Athlete #2 Body Double (Male, 25–50, White, athletic build)
Compensation
- Paid body double opportunity.
- SAG-AFTRA production.
Featured Background Actors for Sports Promo
Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA sports promotional project is now casting featured background actors in Nashville, Tennessee. This paid opportunity is seeking local talent for neighborhood-themed scenes. Roles are open to a variety of ages and all ethnicities, with selections made from submitted photos by the client and advertising agency.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray featured neighborhood characters in commercial scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team on set.
- Maintain continuity throughout filming.
- Be available for a full production day.
Requirements
- Local hire in the Nashville, TN area.
- Available to work on July 7, 2026.
- Roles include:
- Arguing Neighbor Male (30–45, all ethnicities)
- Arguing Neighbor Female (30–45, all ethnicities)
- Neighbor Boy (10–12, all ethnicities)
- Neighbor Girl (10–12, all ethnicities)
- Dog Walker (Female, 45–65, all ethnicities)
- Submit two recent color photos (close-up and full body).
- Include a short introduction video.
- Include union status and SAG ID if applicable.
- Minors must have a parent or guardian on set.
Compensation
- Paid featured background opportunity.