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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Business Professionals for Finance Demo Video

Job Description
A casting team is seeking one man and one woman to portray business professionals in a finance company demo video filming in Chicago. In this non-speaking role, selected talent will appear in a short visual scene reacting to being overwhelmed by paperwork and data before discovering a financial solution. The project is a half-day shoot and will feature professional-looking talent wearing their own business attire.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a business professional in a demo video for a finance company

  • React naturally on camera to scripted scenarios involving paperwork and financial data

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Provide your own professional business wardrobe

Requirements

  • One male and one female talent

  • Ages 28–70

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must have professional business attire (suits or business wear)

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago

  • Must submit recent photos showing a professional look

Compensation

  • $500 for the half-day shoot

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Diner Patrons for “Chicago Fire” Background Scene

Job Description
A casting team is seeking background actors to portray diner patrons in an upcoming scene for the TV series Chicago Fire. The production is looking for men and women who can realistically portray everyday restaurant customers in a diner setting. These are non-speaking background roles filming in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a diner patron in a restaurant scene

  • Follow direction from the director and background casting team

  • Participate in natural background actions such as eating, talking, or reacting within the scene

  • Remain professional and available throughout the filming schedule

Requirements

  • Male and female talent

  • Ages 20s–60s

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby Illinois border states

  • Must provide recent photos when submitting

Compensation

  • Paid non-speaking background role

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Female Stand-In for Television Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking a female stand-in to assist the lighting and camera teams during filming. Stand-ins play a key role on set by taking the place of principal actors while the crew prepares lighting, camera angles, and scene blocking. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a professional attitude who are interested in gaining experience working on a fast-paced television production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Stand in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setup

  • Work closely with the camera and lighting departments

  • Maintain consistent positioning and movement during technical rehearsals

  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and crew members

  • Be available throughout the filming day as needed

Requirements

  • Caucasian female

  • Height between 5’3” and 5’5”

  • Weight between 105–130 lbs

  • Dark hair (short hair preferred)

  • Ages 20s–40s

  • Must be local to the Chicago area

Compensation

  • $186 for 8 hours

  • Time and a half paid after 8 hours

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Clean-Cut Male Background Actor for TV Series Medic Role

Job Description
A television production is casting a clean-cut male background actor to portray a medic in an upcoming scene. The production is seeking talent with short hair and a professional appearance who can bring realism to a medical response environment. Filming will take place in Chicago, and selected talent will participate in scenes that help support the fast-paced storytelling of a television drama.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a medic in background scenes for a television production

  • Follow direction from the director and assistant directors during filming

  • Participate in realistic emergency or medical response scenes

  • Maintain professional on-set behavior throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male, ages 20s–50s

  • Clean-shaven with short hair

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Comfortable portraying a medic in a dramatic scene

  • Available to work in Chicago

Compensation

  • $132.80 for 8 hours of work

  • Time and a half paid after 8 hours

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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)

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

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)

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Male SUV Driver – Non-Speaking Featured Role

Job Description
A major television production is seeking males aged 40s–50s of all ethnicities to portray an SUV driver in an upcoming featured, non-speaking role. This is a great opportunity to appear in a well-known series filming in the Chicago area.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an SUV driver in a featured background role.

  • Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot.

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain professional behavior during filming.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 40–59, open to all ethnicities.

  • Must live in Illinois or nearby border states.

  • Must be available for wardrobe fitting and filming dates.

  • Submit a recent color photograph showing current haircut, facial hair, and overall look.

  • No headshots, comp cards, or photos with hats, sunglasses, or cropped faces.

  • Must include all clothing sizes (height, weight, shirt, jacket, pants, inseam, shoe size).

  • Must not be scheduled for other work during the filming week.

Compensation

  • Paid featured role.

  • Professional on-set experience in a network television production.

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Teen Extras – Chicago Photo Shoot (Non-Speaking Roles)

Job Description
A major production is seeking male and female teens (age 16) to appear as students in a paid, non-speaking photo shoot. This exciting opportunity takes place in Chicago, IL, and is open to local talent and those in surrounding border states. Be part of a fast-paced, professional production and gain on-set experience while working with a creative team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray high school students in an outdoor photo shoot

  • Attend a mandatory wardrobe fitting prior to the shoot

  • Follow on-set direction and maintain a positive, professional attitude

  • Arrive on time and be prepared for wardrobe and styling requirements

Requirements

  • Must be 16 years old

  • Open to all ethnicities

  • Must be local to Chicago or nearby states

  • Available for a wardrobe fitting (scheduled for Oct. 3 or Oct. 6)

  • Submit a recent color photo with current hair color, length, and style

  • Provide clothing sizes:

    • Males: T-shirt, pants (waist/inseam), and shoe size

    • Females: T-shirt, dress, pants, and shoe size

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Male Extras for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking male extras in their 20s to early 30s for an upcoming shoot. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional production. A wardrobe fitting will be required before the filming date.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as a background extra in the production

  • Follow direction from the assistant directors and production staff

  • Be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

  • Male, ages 20s to early 30s

  • All ethnicities welcome

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

  • Must be available for both the wardrobe fitting and filming date

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras for National Dental Company Commercial

Job Description
A well-known national dental company is seeking extras for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a great opportunity to work on a professional set with quick payment turnaround compared to traditional TV and film projects.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as background talent in a commercial shoot

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth filming

  • Be available for up to 8-hour shoot days

Requirements

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Ages 18 to 65

  • Must be local to Chicago or suburbs and able to commute

  • Submit current color photos (including full body and headshot) showing current hairstyle/facial hair

  • No sunglasses; smiles preferred for commercials

Compensation

  • $250 for up to 8 hours

  • Time and a half for overtime

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