Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Event Guests, Detectives, CPD, and Lawyers for TV Series

Job Description
Casting background actors for multiple roles in a TV series filming in Chicago, IL. Talent will portray event guests as well as professional roles including detectives, CPD, and lawyers in non-speaking scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray event attendees in upscale settings
• Perform as professional roles such as detectives, CPD, or lawyers
• Follow on-set direction for movement and scene interaction
• Participate in wardrobe fittings if required

Requirements

• Males and females, ages 30–60s
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states
• Must have appropriate wardrobe (business suits or cocktail attire)
• Must be available for filming and possible wardrobe fitting
• Must not be scheduled for other filming dates on the same production

Compensation

• Filming: $132.80 for 8 hours + overtime after 8 hours
• Wardrobe fitting: $40 for 2 hours

Bald Male Background Actor for TV Series

Job Description
Casting a bald male background actor for a non-speaking role in a TV series filming in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. This role requires availability across multiple filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background character in a non-speaking role
• Follow on-set direction for positioning and movement
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Bald
• Height: 6’0”–6’3”
• Weight: 200–260 lbs
• Ages 30–60
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding border states
• Must be available for multiple filming dates

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

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We are seeking a performance-driven Assignment Editor to help drive daily news coverage in Chicago. This role is central to identifying stories, advancing investigations, and coordinating breaking news coverage across the newsroom. The ideal candidate is persistent, organized, and motivated to find answers.

Key Responsibilities
•    Coordinate breaking news coverage and efficiently deploy newsroom resources.
•    Generate story ideas and pursue leads and tips.
•    Research and advance follow-ups on past stories, including investigative reporting.
•    Work closely with reporters, photographers, and producers to develop content for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.
•    Monitor scanners, email, social media, and public sources for news.

Preferred Skills and Experience
•    Curiosity and a strong commitment to finding answers.
•    Ability to identify enterprise and investigative opportunities.
•    Strong organizational and multitasking skills under deadline pressure.
•    Sound editorial judgment and decision-making.
•    Knowledge of public records and court systems is a plus.
•    2 years of related experience

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
•    Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 – 70,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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Police Cadet Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is casting clean-shaven male extras with short hair to portray police cadets in an upcoming training scene. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience in a dynamic and professional production environment. Filming will take place in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in a training scene
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate in background action sequences as required

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30s
• Clean-shaven with short hair
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states
• Available for full-day filming
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking background role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role

Bilingual Male Spokesperson #2 for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a bilingual male spokesperson for a secondary featured role in an insurance campaign. This role involves expressive on-camera performance with a focus on subtle gestures and reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in featured scenes with expressive body language
• Deliver lines in English and Spanish
• Follow creative direction during filming
• Participate in indoor scenes with close-up or partial visibility

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–47
• Ethnically ambiguous or Latino
• Average build with dark hair
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• $650 per day

Bilingual Male Spokesperson #1 for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a bilingual male spokesperson for a featured role in an insurance campaign. This role requires a strong on-camera presence and the ability to deliver lines fluently in both English and Spanish.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted lines in English and Spanish
• Appear in featured scenes with clear on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the production team
• Portray a confident and relatable character

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–47
• Ethnically ambiguous or Latino
• Average build with dark hair
• Fluent in both English and Spanish
• Comfortable speaking on camera

Compensation

• $750 per day (recognizable on camera)

Families (Adults & Kids) for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting families for a featured non-speaking role in an insurance campaign filming in Chicago and surrounding suburbs. This role focuses on natural, everyday moments, making it perfect for real families who can bring authenticity and warmth on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in lifestyle scenes as a family unit
• Follow direction from the production team
• Portray natural interactions in home or car settings
• Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Families of Ambiguous or Latino ethnicity preferred
• Parents (ages 30–38) and children (boys and girls ages 7–15)
• Minors must have valid work permits
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• Must have reliable transportation

Compensation

• $500 per day
• Additional $25 if wardrobe fitting is required

Actors and Background Talent for Music Video

Job Description
A music video production is casting a range of unique and expressive talent for multiple roles in a visually striking project filming in Chicago. This production is seeking individuals with distinct looks and strong on-camera presence to bring dramatic and cinematic scenes to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in stylized music video scenes
• Perform under direction in dramatic or atmospheric setups
• Participate in scenes involving prosthetic makeup or special effects if selected
• Collaborate with the creative team to achieve the desired visual tone

Requirements

• Open to various roles including lead antagonist, featured actors, and background talent
• Must be comfortable portraying intense or eerie characters
• Some roles require comfort with prosthetic makeup
• Strong presence, unique look, or character-driven appearance preferred
• Able to take direction and perform reliably on set

Compensation

• $135 for 8 hours

Male Police Cadet Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A hit TV series is casting clean-shaven male extras to portray police cadets in a training scene. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience while working in a fast-paced, professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police cadet in a training academy scene
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Participate in background action and formation scenes
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30s
• Clean-shaven with short hair
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Comfortable performing as a background extra
• Local to Chicago or surrounding areas

Compensation

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

Police Cadets for TV Series Training Scene

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray police cadets in a training scene filming in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. This is a non-speaking role ideal for talent who can bring a clean-cut, professional look and help create a realistic academy environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in a training scene
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain disciplined posture and appearance on set
• Participate in group scenes with other background actors
• Help create an authentic law enforcement training atmosphere

Requirements

• Male and female, ages late teens to 30s
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Males must be clean-shaven with short hair
• Females must have a natural look (no long painted nails or fake eyelashes)
• Comfortable working in structured, uniform-style scenes
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or nearby areas

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role
• Opportunity to work on a television production
• On-set experience in a professional environment