Extra Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

CASTING CALL — Chicago Nobodies

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: Chicago Nobodies

ROLES: Polish Uncles/Dads

SHOOT DATES: July 27, 2026 through August 9, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for 2–3 shoot days during the production window

LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois

RATE: $136.40/8

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

POLISH UNCLES/DADS

• Gender: Male

• Ethnicity: Polish

• Age Range: 20s–40s

• Character Type: Stoic-looking males

• Must have a current photo uploaded to profile for consideration

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Police Officer for Indie Drama

Job Description

An upcoming non-union independent drama filming in the Chicagoland and Elgin, Illinois area is seeking background actors to portray Police Officers in a pivotal nighttime scene. Casting directors are looking for dependable performers who can help bring realism to an important sequence in the film. This opportunity is ideal for local talent seeking professional on-set experience in an independent feature production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a police officer in a dramatic night scene
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Participate in multiple takes as required
• Arrive prepared and ready for an evening shoot

Requirements

• Any ethnicity or gender
• Ages 25–60
• Must be local to the Chicagoland or Elgin, Illinois area
• Reliable transportation required
• Comfortable working evening and overnight filming hours
• Professional attitude and ability to follow on-set direction
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• $75 flat rate for up to 4 hours
• Overtime pay available after 4 hours
• Non-union background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience in an independent drama production

Job Title: Commercial Background Talent

CASTING CALL — USAA Commercial 2026

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: USAA Commercial

ROLES: Background Talent

SHOOT DATES: June 9, 2026 through June 12, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Must be available for one or more filming dates between June 9–12. Tentative call times will be confirmed during availability checks.

LOCATION: West Loop & Western Springs, IL

RATE: $250/10 hours

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

BACKGROUND TALENT

• Gender: Any

• Age Range: 20–60

• Ethnicity: Any

• Must have current photos uploaded to casting profile for consideration

• Must be available for commercial filming over a 3–4 day period

• Comfortable portraying guests in a restaurant anniversary dinner setting

• Ability to portray individuals attending spin class scenes if selected

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply.

Young Will

Job Description

An independent drama feature filming in the Chicagoland area is seeking an actor to portray Young Will, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role calls for a performer who can authentically portray a young father in dramatic storytelling scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Will in scripted scenes
• Follow production and director instructions
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Contribute to the emotional narrative of the film

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Approximately 6’0″ tall
• Dirty blond hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young father
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Young Liv

Job Description

A non-union independent drama feature is seeking an actress to portray Young Liv, the younger version of a lead character. This featured role will involve portraying a young mother in dramatic scenes and offers valuable on-camera experience in a narrative film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Liv in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in nighttime filming
• Help bring emotional authenticity to the character

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–25
• Caucasian
• Brown eyes preferred
• Brown curly hair preferred
• Comfortable portraying a young mother
• Acting experience preferred
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Young Oliver

Job Description

An independent drama feature filming in the Chicagoland area is seeking a child actor to portray Young Oliver, the younger version of the film’s protagonist. This featured role includes dialogue and offers an excellent opportunity for young performers to gain experience in an independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Oliver in scripted scenes
• Deliver approximately three lines of dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in nighttime filming as scheduled
• Maintain character continuity throughout production

Requirements

• Male child actor who appears 6–8 years old
• Caucasian
• Brown hair and blue eyes preferred
• Must have a current work permit or be in the process of obtaining one
• Parent or guardian must be present throughout filming
• Previous acting experience is a plus
• Demo reel or acting sample preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day (up to 8 hours)
• Meals provided
• Parking provided

Female Stand-In for Independent Film Production

Job Description

An independent film production is seeking an experienced female stand-in for a multi-week shoot in the Chicago area. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with previous stand-in experience who can commit to a consistent filming schedule and work closely with the production team throughout the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during production
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera setup, and scene preparation
• Maintain continuity and positioning between takes
• Follow direction from the production team and department heads
• Be available for the full production schedule

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 21–40
• Caucasian appearance
• Blonde hair
• Height between 5’0″ and 5’3″
• Previous stand-in experience required
• Must have reliable transportation for various filming locations in and around Chicago
• Must be available for the entire production period and all scheduled workdays
• Professional, dependable, and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Minimum wage with an 8-hour daily guarantee ($132.80 per day)
• Overtime pay available when applicable
• Weekly pay schedule
• Meals provided during production
• Parking provided

Senior Extras for League Soccer Commercial

Job Description
A major non-union league soccer commercial is now casting featured senior background extras for an upcoming shoot in Chicago. Casting directors are seeking enthusiastic men and women ages 65 and older to appear in non-speaking featured roles for a professional commercial production.

This opportunity is ideal for outgoing senior talent interested in commercial work and short filming days with strong pay rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured extra in a soccer commercial
• Participate in non-speaking commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Provide natural and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements

• Men and women ages 65+
• Open to all ethnicities
• Comfortable appearing on camera in non-speaking roles
• Must work local to Chicago
• Must submit current face and body photos
• Photos should accurately reflect current hair and facial hair
• Include current height and contact information with submission
• No sunglasses or other people in submission photos

Compensation

• $1,000 for approximately 4–5 hours of work
• Featured extra commercial opportunity

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

• Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Real serving experience required (current or past)

• Available for filming on the specified date

• Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

• Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Background Actor – Medic Roles (TV Series)

Job Description
A popular TV drama is now casting background actors to portray medics for upcoming hospital and emergency response scenes filming in Chicago. The production seeks professional, clean-cut talent who can authentically represent emergency medical professionals in action-packed sequences.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a medic in hospital and rescue scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism at all times

• Help create realistic emergency response environments

• Be prepared for long filming days and physically active moments

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 20–50, all ethnicities

• Clean, professional appearance (males must be clean-shaven with short hair)

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

• Must provide accurate clothing sizes and recent photos for wardrobe coordination

Compensation

• Paid background role (standard extras rate; details provided upon selection)