Extra Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Civilian Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A TV production is casting background actors to portray civilians in a variety of everyday scenes filming in Chicago. This role is ideal for individuals who can naturally blend into realistic environments and bring authenticity to street, office, or public settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray civilians in background scenes
• Follow direction for movement and scene interaction
• Maintain natural and realistic on-camera behavior
• Adapt to different scene settings as needed

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s
• Natural, everyday appearance
• Comfortable on camera in various environments
• Must be local to Chicago or surrounding Illinois areas
• Available for filming

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Non-speaking TV opportunity
• Gain on-set experience

Lawyer Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray lawyers in courtroom and office scenes filming in Chicago. The production is seeking individuals with a polished, business-professional look who can bring authenticity to legal environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lawyers in courtroom or office settings
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professional demeanor
• Arrive in appropriate business attire

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s
• Professional, business-ready appearance
• Comfortable in courtroom-style environments
• Must be local to Chicago or surrounding areas
• Available for filming dates

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Non-speaking TV opportunity
• Experience working on a television production

Detective Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A TV production is seeking background actors to portray detectives in a series filming in Chicago. Talent should have a polished, serious demeanor and the ability to embody investigative roles in a realistic and engaging way.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray detectives in scripted background scenes
• Follow direction for scene blocking and interactions
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes
• Present a professional and focused on-camera presence

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s
• Professional appearance with a serious demeanor
• Strong on-camera presence
• Must be local to Chicago or nearby areas
• Available for filming as scheduled

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Non-speaking TV opportunity
• Professional on-set experience

CPD Officer Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray Chicago Police Department (CPD) officers in a TV series filming in Chicago. This role requires a professional, authoritative presence to realistically depict law enforcement in various scenes. Talent should be comfortable following direction and maintaining continuity on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray CPD officers in background scenes
• Follow direction for blocking, movement, and positioning
• Maintain a professional and consistent on-camera presence
• Wear appropriate wardrobe to match law enforcement roles

Requirements

• Ages 20–50s
• Clean-cut, professional appearance
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement roles
• Must be local to Chicago or surrounding Illinois areas
• Available for scheduled filming dates

Compensation

• Paid background role
• Non-speaking TV opportunity
• Gain experience on a professional TV set

Male Cadets and Trainers for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting clean-shaven men to portray cadets and trainers in non-speaking background roles for an outdoor scene filming in the Chicago area. This is a great opportunity for talent looking to gain on-set experience while working on a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray cadets and trainers in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
• Be prepared for outdoor filming conditions

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s–40s
• Clean-shaven appearance
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states
• Must be available and not recently worked on the production
• Able to take direction and work efficiently on set

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking background role
• Opportunity to gain experience on a TV production set
• Work in a professional filming environment

Police Cadet Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is now casting background actors to portray police cadets in upcoming scenes filming in the Chicago area. This opportunity is ideal for fresh faces who can bring a clean-cut, professional look to set. Talent will be part of realistic training and cadet scenes, contributing to the authenticity of the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team for staging and movement
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance on camera
• Participate in group scenes and remain consistent throughout filming
• Be prepared for full-day shoots

Requirements

• Male and female, ages 20s–40s
• Males must be clean-shaven
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois areas
• Must not have recently worked on the same production
• Able to provide accurate sizing and personal details for wardrobe
• Reliable and available for filming

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon booking)
• Opportunity to work on a network television series
• Gain on-set experience in a professional production

Male Stand-In Casting for TV Production

Job Description
A TV production is casting a male stand-in for an upcoming shoot in Chicago. This role requires a close physical match to the lead actor and offers a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working closely with the camera and lighting departments on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in during lighting and camera setups
• Match the lead actor’s positioning and movement
• Work closely with the production and camera teams
• Maintain consistency between takes

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 18–30
• Clean-shaven with brown hair
• Height between 5’0” and 5’9”
• Slim to medium build
• Must closely match the actor’s look and complexion
• Must be available to work in Chicago

Compensation

• Paid stand-in role (rate provided upon selection)
• On-set experience with a professional production
• Opportunity to work closely with industry professionals

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

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