Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Classic Model Open Call – Models Ages 25+

Job Description

A Chicago modeling open call is seeking aspiring and emerging models ages 25 and older. This opportunity welcomes talent of all sizes, genders, and ethnicities, with no previous modeling experience required. The casting is designed for adults interested in exploring professional modeling opportunities and connecting with industry professionals in Chicago.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person model open call in Chicago.
• Present yourself confidently and professionally to industry representatives.
• Follow instructions provided by the casting and modeling team.
• Demonstrate natural presence, personality, and modeling potential.
• Be prepared to discuss potential professional modeling opportunities.

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older.
• Open to all genders.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Models of all sizes are encouraged to attend.
• No previous modeling experience required.
• Must be able to attend the open call in Chicago, Illinois.
• Professional attitude and confidence encouraged.

Compensation

• Selected talent will receive opportunity and compensation details directly from the modeling team.

African American Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description

A television series filming in Chicago is seeking an African American male stand-in for multiple production days. Casting is looking for a bald performer in his 30s–60s with a medium to dark complexion who closely matches the actor’s height, weight, and complexion. This is a non-speaking stand-in role supporting lighting, camera blocking, and other technical preparations before scenes are filmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during television production.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments with scene preparation and blocking.
• Match the actor’s position and movements as directed between takes and setups.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production crew.
• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout each filming day.
• Be available for multiple required production dates.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 30s–60s.
• Medium to dark complexion.
• Bald.
• Weight between 190–250 lbs.
• Must closely match the actor’s height, weight, and complexion.
• Previous stand-in or background acting experience is helpful.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must maintain current facial hair, if applicable, for continuity.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.

Featured Non-Speaking Foreman Casting Call

Job Description

A television production filming in the Chicago area is seeking clean-shaven male talent in their 40s–50s to portray a featured non-speaking foreman in a factory scene. This paid featured background role is looking for performers with a believable blue-collar appearance who can bring an authentic foreman presence to the production. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois and available for both the required wardrobe fitting and filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured factory foreman in a non-speaking role.
• Perform natural factory and workplace actions on camera.
• Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Maintain the required appearance and continuity throughout production.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male talent in their 40s–50s.
• Clean-shaven appearance required.
• Must have a believable blue-collar or factory foreman look.
• No contact lenses.
• No prescription glasses.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for the required wardrobe fitting and filming.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half overtime after 8 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting pays $40 for approximately 2 hours.

Featured African American Male Patient Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a featured African American male background actor to portray the ill older brother of a principal character. Casting is looking for a thin or skinny man in his late 20s to 30s who can deliver a convincing non-speaking performance as a patient. This recurring featured extra role is expected to work across several episodes, so flexible availability is preferred. Talent must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the ill older brother of a principal character.
• Perform as a patient in featured non-speaking scenes.
• Deliver natural physical reactions and background performances.
• Follow blocking, continuity, and on-set direction.
• Maintain a consistent appearance across multiple episodes.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Late 20s to 30s.
• Thin or skinny build.
• Able to convincingly portray an ill patient.
• Must be available for potential work across multiple episodes.
• Flexible availability preferred.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.

Compensation

• $165 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

Male Featured Extra Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking male talent for a featured extra role portraying a man who is passed out on the floor. Casting is looking for men in their late 20s to 30s of all ethnicities who can deliver a convincing physical performance for this featured background scene. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois and may be asked to complete a video audition if contacted.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a man who is passed out on the floor in a featured scene.
• Deliver a convincing non-speaking physical performance.
• Follow specific positioning, blocking, and continuity direction.
• Participate in a video audition if requested by production.
• Work professionally with the cast, crew, and production team.

Requirements

• Male talent in their late 20s to 30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be comfortable portraying an unconscious or passed-out character.
• Must be willing to shave chest hair if selected.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for a wardrobe fitting before filming.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

People of Culture is accepting virtual submissions for the Black Is Gold 6.0 Model Casting Call in Chicago. The casting deadline has been extended, giving aspiring and experienced models additional time to submit for an opportunity to be considered for the runway.

The casting is open to all genders, all ethnicities, and all experience levels, with new faces encouraged to apply. Models can submit virtually from anywhere in the Chicago area, making this an accessible opportunity for talent interested in gaining runway and fashion experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit required materials through the virtual casting process
• Be prepared to participate in runway modeling if selected
• Follow casting and production instructions
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the casting and event process
• Be available for additional casting, fitting, rehearsal, or runway requirements if selected

Requirements

• Open to all genders
• Open to all ethnicities
• All modeling experience levels are welcome
• New and aspiring models are encouraged to apply
• Complete the virtual submission process as directed by the casting team

Submission Link

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewelMt6c2_RTrQfX_t3FyPaAPLLwfXqPy5Azp3325wtUjXQw/viewform?pli=1

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Real Firefighters and EMTs Casting Call for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real firefighters and EMTs for non-speaking background roles in an upcoming episode. This casting call is open to experienced emergency professionals who can bring authenticity and real-world expertise to scenes portraying first responders. Talent must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a firefighter or EMT in background scenes for “Chicago Fire.”
• Authentically portray emergency response professionals on camera.
• Perform non-speaking background actions as directed by the production team.
• Follow blocking, safety, and continuity instructions on set.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Real firefighters and EMTs.
• Open to male and female talent.
• Must have professional firefighter or EMT experience.
• Must be comfortable appearing in uniform on camera.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking background role.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.