Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description

4 Star Casting is casting stand-ins, photo doubles, and hand doubles for a Home Chef commercial shoot in Chicago, IL on Thursday, 10/08 and Friday, 10/09/26, paying $2,500 per talent per day for approximately 10-hour days.

The production is looking for photo doubles for Gordon Ramsay and Tilly Ramsay, and for people comfortable in the kitchen who can handle basic cutting and cooking. If you match the measurements below and love working with food on camera, this is a rare, high-paying commercial opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in, photo double, and/or hand double for Gordon Ramsay or Tilly Ramsay
• Handle basic cutting and cooking comfortably in kitchen scenes
• Follow direction from the commercial production team across both shoot days

Requirements

• Gordon double: male, Caucasian, late 50s–early 60s, 6’2″, 220 lbs, size 42 suit, 34 pants, L/XL t-shirt, shoe size 15
• Tilly double: female, Caucasian, early 20s–early 30s, 5’7″, bust 36 / waist 28 / hips 37, sizes 10–12, shoe size 7.5
• Hand doubles should be close in size; hand photos (palms up and palms down, taken today) required
• Comfortable with knife/cutting and cooking skills — describe experience in submission
• Confirmed EP Casting profile and open availability for both filming dates

Compensation

• $2,500 per talent per day (approximately 10-hour days)

Car Shoppers for Paid Non-Union Video Shoot

Job Description

A paid non-union video shoot is seeking outgoing individuals and couples in the Chicagoland area who are currently shopping for a car. Selected participants will test drive vehicles and provide authentic, real-time feedback about the vehicles and their features. This opportunity is ideal for real car shoppers who are comfortable sharing their opinions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Test drive selected vehicles during the video shoot.
• Provide honest, natural feedback about vehicle features and the driving experience.
• Participate comfortably in an on-camera discussion about the car-shopping experience.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Individuals and couples are welcome to participate.
• Must be located in or available to work in the Chicagoland area.
• Must currently be shopping for a car.
• Must be outgoing and comfortable speaking on camera.
• No professional acting experience is required.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed with selected participants.

Male Firefighter Background Actors for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking clean-shaven male background actors in their 20s–50s, of all ethnicities, to portray firefighters in an exterior firehouse scene. These paid, non-speaking roles do not require real firefighting experience.

Applicants must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or states bordering Illinois. Filming may last approximately 12 hours, with a start time as early as 5:30 a.m. New extras are welcome, and the production is also casting season-to-season background talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in an exterior firehouse scene.
• Follow the production team’s direction during filming.
• Maintain consistent appearance and actions between takes.

Requirements

• Male talent in their 20s–50s.
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be clean-shaven.
• Be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or a state bordering Illinois.
• Be available for an approximately 12-hour filming day and a possible 5:30 a.m. start.
• Submit a recent color photograph.
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.
• State when you last worked on “Chicago Fire,” if applicable.
• If you are a new extra, write “New Extra” at the top of your email.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time and a half after 8 hours.
• Paid, non-speaking background work.

Male and Female Extras for “Chicago Fire”

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is casting paid male and female extras for an outdoor scene filming in the Chicago area. The production is seeking adults of various ages and ethnicities to appear in non-speaking background roles. This opportunity is open to local talent from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and nearby states bordering Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a non-speaking background actor on “Chicago Fire.”
• Participate in outdoor scenes as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and other crew members.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Be prepared for an extended production day.

Requirements

• Men and women in their 20s–70s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors.
• Must be available for a production day that may last approximately 12 hours.

Compensation

• $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.

Real Firefighters for “Chicago Fire” Background Roles

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking real male and female firefighters of all ethnicities for paid, non-speaking background roles in an outdoor scene. Applicants must be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.

Filming may last approximately 12 hours, with a start time as early as 5 a.m. An optional second filming day may be offered, with confirmation expected only after the first day wraps.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a firefighter in an outdoor television scene.
• Bring authentic firefighting experience to your background performance.
• Follow the production team’s direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Be a real firefighter.
• Male and female applicants of all ethnicities are welcome.
• Be local to Chicago, its suburbs, or a state bordering Illinois.
• Be available for a potentially 12-hour filming day and an early morning call time.
• Indicate whether you are also available for the optional second day.
• Submit a recent color photograph of yourself in uniform.
• Include your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.

Compensation

• Primary filming day: $206 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours.
• Additional $25 special ability bump for the primary filming day.
• Optional second day: $136.40 for 8 hours, plus time and a half after 8 hours.
• Participation in the second day is not required.

Real Hair Color Users for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial in Chicago is seeking real women who use Clairol hair color and can authentically share how hair color plays an important role in shaping their identity. This commercial casting opportunity focuses on genuine personal stories, and acting experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial featuring real hair color users.
• Share an authentic personal story about hair color and identity.
• Speak naturally and comfortably about personal experiences.
• Participate in production activities as directed if selected for the commercial.

Requirements

• Women ages 33–85+.
• Must be a real Clairol hair color user.
• Must be able to work in Chicago.
• Comfortable sharing an authentic story about hair color and personal identity.
• No acting experience required.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• Financial compensation will be provided to talent selected for the commercial.
• Compensation amount will be discussed with selected talent.

College Athletes for Large-Scale YouTube Competition

Job Description

A large-scale YouTube production is casting more than 100 college athletes for an entertainment-focused competition filming in the Chicagoland area. The production is seeking competitive, energetic athletes from a wide variety of sports who have personality, enjoy being on camera, and are ready for a fun competition. This is not a traditional combine, maximum-strength test, or extreme endurance event.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an entertainment-focused athletic competition for a YouTube production.
• Bring energy, personality, and a competitive attitude to the production.
• Participate in activities and challenges as directed by the production team.
• Remain available for the entire production day, including after elimination if applicable.
• Work professionally with other athletes, contestants, and crew members.

Requirements

• Male and female athletes.
• Athletes from any sport are welcome.
• Current college athletes are eligible.
• Athletes currently on a college roster or team are eligible.
• High school athletes officially committed to compete in college are also eligible.
• D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO, and other collegiate athletes are welcome.
• Must be competitive, energetic, comfortable on camera, and have an engaging personality.
• Must be able to work in the Chicagoland area.

Compensation

• $5,000+ cash grand prize awarded to the winner.
• Additional gifted products may be provided by production sponsors.
• Food and refreshments will be provided during the shoot.

CASTING CALL — WBTR x Glassdoor Commercial, 2026

CASTING BY: 4 Star Casting

PROJECT: WBTR x Glassdoor — Commercial

ROLES: Office Workers

SHOOT DATES: September 23, 2026

AVAILABILITY: Full-day availability required

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

RATE: $330/10

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SEEKING TALENT WHO MATCH THE FOLLOWING SPECS:

OFFICE WORKERS
• Male and female
• Ages 25–55
• Any ethnicity
• Able to authentically portray professional office workers

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.

It is completely FREE to apply

Chicago Fire – Redhead Female Stand-In

Job Description

“Chicago Fire” is seeking a redhead female stand-in for an upcoming production in Chicago, Illinois. The selected performer will work as a stand-in for an actor, helping the crew prepare lighting and camera setups before filming. This paid stand-in opportunity is open to talent local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and nearby border states.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a stand-in for an actor during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting and camera blocking.
• Match the actor’s position and movements as directed.
• Follow instructions from the production team throughout the workday.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 30–50.
• Red hair.
• Height between 5’6″ and 5’8″.
• Weight between 120 and 150 lbs.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states.
• Stand-in or previous on-set experience is preferred.

Compensation

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

Singers for Broadway and National Touring Production of Wicked

Job Description

The Broadway and National Touring Company of Wicked is seeking talented singers for principal and ensemble roles. This Chicago open call is looking for performers with exceptional voices, wide vocal ranges, and strong movement abilities. Both Equity and non-Equity singers are welcome to be considered for this professional musical theater production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform vocal material for consideration for principal and ensemble roles.
• Demonstrate a strong vocal range and musical theater technique.
• Perform movement and choreography as required by the production.
• Interpret musical material with confidence, character, and strong performance skills.
• Collaborate professionally with the creative team during auditions and production.

Requirements

• Singers ages 18 and older.
• Open to any ethnicity and any gender.
• Must have a fantastic singing voice and wide vocal range.
• Strong movement ability required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Equity and non-Equity performers are welcome.

Compensation

• Professional paid opportunity; compensation details will be discussed.