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Job Description
Stuart Stone Casting is seeking real Chicago Bears fans and superfans for an upcoming paid TV commercial filming in Chicago, Illinois. The production is looking for authentic local fans who can bring their genuine enthusiasm and passion for the Chicago Bears to the commercial.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in a TV commercial as a real Chicago Bears fan or superfan.
- Bring authentic enthusiasm and personality to the production.
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
- Maintain professional conduct throughout the shoot.
Requirements
- Must be a genuine Chicago Bears fan or superfan.
- Must be local to Chicago, Illinois.
- Must be available to participate in the TV commercial production.
Compensation
Paid opportunity.
Job Title: Background Talent
CASTING CALL — LITTLE FIVE
CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting
PROJECT: Little Five
ROLES: Background Talent
SHOOT DATES: August 15 through September 1
AVAILABILITY: Various Chicago filming dates throughout the production period
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois and surrounding suburbs
RATE: $136.40/8
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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:
BACKGROUND TALENT
• Must not have already received an availability check for Little Five
• Must be interested in working as background talent on the project
• Must be available for various filming dates in Chicago and surrounding suburbs
• Call times vary depending on production needs
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply
Senior Wheelchair Patient Extras for “Chicago Fire”
Job Description
“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female senior background actors to portray patients in wheelchairs for a paid, non-speaking scene in Chicago, Illinois. Casting is looking for thin seniors in their 70s and 80s of all ethnicities. Production can provide the wheelchair for selected talent. Applicants should be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a wheelchair patient in background scenes for “Chicago Fire.”
- Perform in a paid, non-speaking background role.
- Follow direction from the production team while on set.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
- Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers.
Requirements
- Male and female seniors in their 70s–80s.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Thin build.
- Comfortable portraying a patient in a wheelchair.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
- Reliable and able to follow on-set direction.
Compensation
- Paid background role; specific rate not provided.
Pedestrian Extras for “Chicago Fire”
Job Description
“Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors in their 20s to 60s for paid, non-speaking pedestrian roles in Chicago, Illinois. Casting is open to all ethnicities and includes opportunities for general pedestrians, pedestrians with cars, and pedestrians with bicycles. Talent should be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a pedestrian background actor in scenes for “Chicago Fire.”
- Portray everyday pedestrians in non-speaking scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team during filming.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
- Work with a personal vehicle or bicycle if selected for those specific roles.
Requirements
- Male and female talent in their 20s–60s.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
- For pedestrians with cars, vehicles cannot be white, black, or red.
- Bicycle owners may be considered for pedestrian-with-bicycle roles.
- Reliable and able to follow on-set production direction.
Compensation
- Paid background role; specific rate not provided.
Firefighter Extras Casting Call for SAG-AFTRA Commercial
Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA commercial is casting performers to portray firefighters for an upcoming shoot in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The production is seeking talent with a strong, physically capable appearance who can convincingly portray professional firefighters on camera. This paid commercial casting opportunity welcomes all ethnicities and genders and is open to SAG-AFTRA talent in good standing.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a firefighter in a professional SAG-AFTRA commercial
- Perform natural and believable firefighter background actions
- Bring a strong, physically capable presence to the role
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams
- Work professionally with other performers and crew members
- Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming
Requirements
- Ages 30s–40s
- All genders welcome
- All ethnicities welcome
- Must have a physically capable appearance suitable for portraying a firefighter
- Must be SAG-AFTRA talent in good standing
- Must be able to work in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
- Comfortable working as a commercial background performer
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA commercial opportunity
- Selected performers will receive applicable SAG-AFTRA commercial rates
Firefighter Extras Casting Call for SAG-AFTRA Commercial
Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA commercial is casting a small group of performers to portray firefighters in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. The production is seeking talent with a strong, physically capable appearance who can authentically portray professional firefighters on camera. This paid commercial casting opportunity is open to all ethnicities and genders and is seeking SAG-AFTRA members in good standing.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a firefighter in a professional commercial
- Perform natural and believable firefighter background actions
- Bring a strong, physically capable presence to the role
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams
- Work professionally alongside other cast members and crew
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
Requirements
- Ages 30s–40s
- All ethnicities and genders welcome
- Must have a physically capable appearance suitable for portraying a firefighter
- SAG-AFTRA talent in good standing
- Must be able to work in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
- Comfortable performing as a commercial extra
- Professional and able to follow on-set direction
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA commercial opportunity
- Selected talent will receive applicable SAG-AFTRA commercial compensation
Chicago Fire Casting – Featured Female Patron
Job Description
Chicago Fire is casting a featured female background actor in her 20s to portray a patron in a non-speaking television role. The production is seeking women of all ethnicities who are local to the Chicago area and available for a wardrobe fitting before filming. Selected photos will be presented to the director for final casting consideration.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a featured patron in Chicago Fire
- Perform naturally in a non-speaking featured background role
- Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before filming
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot
Requirements
- Female talent in her 20s
- All ethnicities welcome
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states and able to work as an Illinois local
- Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming
- Comfortable working as a featured non-speaking background actor
Compensation
- Featured role: $165 for 8 hours
- Time and a half after 8 hours
- Wardrobe fitting: $40 for up to 2 hours
Chicago Fire Casting – Construction Workers
Job Description
Chicago Fire is casting male and female background actors to portray construction workers for an exterior scene filming on the south side of Chicago. The production is seeking talent in their 20s–50s of all ethnicities for non-speaking extra roles. This Chicago casting call is open to local performers from the city, suburbs, and surrounding states who can work as Illinois locals.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a construction worker in Chicago Fire
- Work as a non-speaking background actor in exterior scenes
- Perform natural construction worker actions as directed
- Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
Requirements
- Male and female talent in their 20s–50s
- All ethnicities welcome
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states and able to work as an Illinois local
- Comfortable filming outdoors
- Able to portray a construction worker convincingly
Compensation
- Compensation details not disclosed
Chicago Fire Casting – Bicycle Riders, Drivers, and Pedestrians
Job Description
Chicago Fire is casting male and female background actors in their 20s–60s for non-speaking exterior scenes in the Chicago area. The production is seeking talent of all ethnicities to portray bicycle riders, drivers, and pedestrians. Bicycle riders must provide their own bicycle, while performers applying as drivers must be comfortable using their own vehicle during filming.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a non-speaking background actor on Chicago Fire
- Portray a bicycle rider, driver, or pedestrian in exterior scenes
- Provide your own bicycle or vehicle when cast for the applicable role
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
Requirements
- Male and female talent in their 20s–60s
- All ethnicities welcome
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or neighboring states and able to work as an Illinois local
- Bicycle riders must provide their own bicycle
- Drivers must be comfortable working with their own vehicle
- Must be comfortable filming outdoors
Compensation
- Bicycle riders: $144
- Drivers with car: $144
- Pedestrians: $144
Chicago Fire Casting – Bar Scene Extras
Job Description
Chicago Fire is casting male and female background actors in their 20s and 30s for a fun bar scene filming in the Chicago area. This extras casting call is open to local talent from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby states who can work as Illinois locals. Selected performers will help create an authentic and energetic bar atmosphere for the television production.
Job Responsibilities
- Work as a background actor in a Chicago Fire bar scene
- Portray a natural and engaging bar patron
- Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain continuity and professional behavior throughout filming
- Remain available for the full duration of the production day
Requirements
- Male and female talent
- Must be in your 20s or 30s
- Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states and able to work as an Illinois local
- Must not already be scheduled to work on the production during the conflicting filming period
- Comfortable working as a television background actor
Compensation
- Compensation details not disclosed
