Jobs in Illinois, United States

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Season 15 Casting Call for Stand-In

NBC’s hit television drama “Chicago Fire” is casting an African American male stand-in for Season 15 in the Chicago, Illinois, area. The production is seeking a man in his 40s to 60s with dark hair who closely matches the height, build, and complexion of a principal actor. This paid, non-speaking role involves assisting the camera and lighting departments during technical preparations for filming. The opportunity is ideal for performers with background acting or stand-in experience who are comfortable working on a professional television production set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting, camera setup, and scene blocking.
• Match the actor’s positioning and movements to assist the production crew with technical preparations.
• Follow instructions from the director, assistant directors, camera operators, and lighting team.
• Maintain consistent positioning during rehearsals and technical adjustments.
• Remain available throughout the production day as needed for scene preparation.
• Participate in filming activities scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026.
• Maintain professionalism and work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements:

• African American male in his 40s to 60s.
• Height between 5’9″ and 5’11”.
• Must have dark hair.
• Should closely match the principal actor’s height, build, and complexion.
• Must reside in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available on Monday, October 12, 2026.
• Comfortable with potentially early call times around 5:30 AM and production days lasting approximately 12 hours.
• Previous background acting or stand-in experience is beneficial.
• Ability to follow precise technical instructions and maintain consistency during filming.

Compensation:

• Base rate: $192 for 8 hours.
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half after 8 hours.
• Overtime rate: $36 per hour.

YA ROMANTIC COMEDY FEATURE FILM Casting Call for Adult & Teen Basketball Spectators

A young adult romantic comedy feature film is casting male and female background actors to portray basketball spectators in scenes filming in Lockport, Illinois. The production is seeking teenagers and adults ages 16–65 to portray parents, family members, and fans attending a high school basketball game. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring authentic reactions, enthusiasm, and natural energy to a realistic basketball game atmosphere. Job Responsibilities:

• Portray basketball spectators, including parents of teenage players and other audience members.
• Perform natural crowd reactions, including cheering, applauding, and watching basketball action.
• Help create an authentic and energetic basketball game atmosphere.
• Follow direction from the director and production team regarding crowd movement, reactions, and scene continuity.
• Interact naturally with fellow background performers during basketball game scenes.
• Participate in the scheduled overnight filming session.
• Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout multiple takes.

Requirements:

• Male and female talent ages 16–65.
• Must be able to work in Lockport, Illinois.
• Comfortable portraying parents, family members, or basketball spectators in a feature film.
• Ability to demonstrate natural enthusiasm and realistic audience reactions.
• Must be comfortable working overnight filming hours.
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and collaborate with the production team.

Compensation:

• Rate: $136.40 for 8 hours.

YA ROMANTIC COMEDY FEATURE FILM Casting Call for Librarians

A young adult romantic comedy feature film is casting a female performer to portray a librarian in an upcoming production filming in Lockport, Illinois. The production is seeking a woman between the ages of 35 and 50 with a professional, approachable appearance suitable for a library setting. Glasses are preferred for this role. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent interested in gaining experience on a feature film set.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a librarian in a young adult romantic comedy feature film.
• Perform natural background actions appropriate for a library environment.
• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming.
• Maintain character consistency and a professional on-camera presence.
• Collaborate with cast and crew to create realistic library scenes.
• Be available for the scheduled filming period from approximately 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM.

Requirements:

• Female talent ages 35–50.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Dress size 4–6.
• Glasses preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work in Lockport, Illinois.
• Comfortable working during late afternoon and evening filming hours.
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and portray a believable librarian.

Compensation:

• Rate: $136.40 for 8 hours.

Carle Health Commercial Casting Call for Hospital Patrons

A healthcare commercial production is casting adults and children to portray hospital patrons in an upcoming commercial filming in Danville, Illinois. The production is seeking individuals of various ages and ethnicities to represent realistic patients, visitors, and other hospital guests in a professional healthcare environment. This paid opportunity is open to local talent who can deliver natural, authentic performances on camera.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray hospital patrons in a healthcare commercial production.
• Perform natural background actions that reflect realistic hospital environments.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout the shoot.
• Participate in a daytime shoot scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Requirements:

• Seeking male and female talent ages 7–11 and 25–75.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Danville, Illinois.
• Children must have a current, valid Illinois work permit.
• Must be available for the scheduled filming date of October 15, 2026.
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and portray realistic hospital visitors.

Compensation:

• Adults: $350 for up to 12 hours.
• Minors ages 9–11: $350 for up to 9 hours.
• Minors ages 7–8: $350 for up to 8 hours.
• Travel and lodging expenses are not provided.

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$300 Bilingual Storytime Host Casting Call – Chicago, Illinois

Job Description

A children’s entertainment production is casting a bilingual female storytime host in Chicago, Illinois, for an exciting non-union opportunity. The production is looking for a charismatic, friendly, and creative performer who can entertain young audiences through interactive storytelling, singing, and playful activities. This opportunity offers per-session bookings with the potential to become a recurring host.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead interactive storytelling sessions for groups of children.
• Read stories aloud using expressive voices and engaging delivery.
• Communicate fluently in English and Spanish throughout each session.
• Perform children’s songs, including Canticos, to encourage participation.
• Engage children through fun, creative, and educational activities.
• Maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere during performances.

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 25–45 or so.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish.
• Ability to switch naturally between languages while performing.
• Strong reading and storytelling abilities.
• Good singing voice or willingness to sing children’s songs.
• Friendly, warm, and naturally engaging with children.
• Comfortable interacting with groups of young audiences.
• Puppetry or character performance experience is preferred but not required.
• Available for occasional weekend morning sessions.
• Non-union performers.
• Based in or able to work in Chicago, Illinois.

Compensation

• $300 per 2-hour session.
• 20% agency fee (AF).

$300/Day ESPN Commercial Casting Call for Male Assistant Coach

An upcoming ESPN commercial is casting a male performer in his 30s to 40s to portray an assistant football coach. The production is seeking men of all ethnicities who can convincingly represent a member of a professional football coaching staff. The role requires a confident, authoritative on-camera presence and the ability to portray realistic coaching behavior in a football-themed commercial. Filming will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Naperville, Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assistant football coach in an ESPN commercial production.
• Perform realistic coaching actions, including observing players, reacting to plays, and interacting with coaching staff as directed.
• Demonstrate confident body language and a professional sideline presence.
• Participate in football-themed scenes alongside performers portraying players, coaches, and support personnel.
• Convey appropriate expressions and reactions during simulated football activities.
• Follow direction from the production team to maintain consistent and believable performances across multiple takes.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and production staff throughout filming.
• Attend filming in Naperville, Illinois, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Male performer in his 30s to 40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ability to convincingly portray an assistant football coach.
• Confident and professional on-camera presence suitable for a football coaching role.
• Comfortable performing realistic sideline and coaching-related actions.
• Familiarity with football terminology, coaching behavior, or game-day environments is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to interact naturally with other performers and follow on-set direction.
• Must be available for filming on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
• Must be able to work on location in Naperville, Illinois.
• Ability to follow on-set direction and work effectively with other performers and production staff.

Compensation

• $300 for a 10-hour filming day.

$300/Day ESPN Commercial Casting Call for Male or Female Waterboy Type

An upcoming ESPN commercial is casting male and female performers in their 20s to 40s to portray a waterboy or watergirl type in a football-themed production. The casting is open to all ethnicities and seeks individuals who can convincingly portray a sideline support team member responsible for assisting football players during games or training activities. The role requires a natural, energetic on-camera presence and the ability to perform realistic sideline actions. Filming will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Naperville, Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a waterboy, watergirl, or sideline hydration assistant in an ESPN commercial.
• Perform realistic sideline support actions, such as carrying water bottles or assisting football players, as directed.
• Interact naturally with performers portraying football players and other sideline personnel.
• Demonstrate appropriate movements, reactions, and body language for a football team support role.
• Maintain an energetic and believable on-camera presence throughout filming.
• Follow direction from the production team to ensure consistent performances across multiple takes.
• Collaborate with cast members and production staff during football-themed scenes.
• Attend filming in Naperville, Illinois, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Male or female performers in their 20s to 40s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ability to convincingly portray a waterboy, watergirl, or sideline support team member.
• Comfortable performing light physical actions associated with distributing water or assisting athletes.
• Ability to interact naturally with other performers in a football-themed commercial setting.
• Comfortable working in an active production environment and following on-set instructions.
• Must be available for filming on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
• Must be able to work in an active production environment and following on-set instructions.

Compensation

• $300 for a 10-hour filming day.

$300/Day ESPN Commercial Casting Call for Male NFL-Aged Football Player Types

An upcoming ESPN commercial is casting male performers in their 20s to 30s who have the athletic build and appearance of professional NFL football players. The production is seeking men of all ethnicities who can convincingly portray football players on camera and may be asked to perform football drills or other athletic movements during filming. Candidates should be physically fit, comfortable with football-related activities, and able to follow direction in a commercial production environment. Filming will take place on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Naperville, Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional football player in an ESPN commercial production.
• Perform football-related actions and athletic movements as directed by the production team.
• Participate in football drills or simulated training activities if required during filming.
• Demonstrate realistic football player body language, movement, and on-camera presence.
• Maintain a professional and energetic performance throughout multiple takes.
• Follow instructions from the director, casting team, and production crew.
• Collaborate with other performers to create authentic football-related scenes.
• Attend filming in Naperville, Illinois, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Male performers in their 20s to 30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Athletic, physically fit build consistent with the appearance of an NFL football player.
• Comfortable performing football drills and other athletic movements if requested.
• Ability to convincingly portray a professional football player on camera.
• Football playing experience or familiarity with football movements is beneficial.
• Must be available for filming on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
• Must be able to work on location in Naperville, Illinois.
• Ability to follow on-set direction and work effectively with other performers and production staff.

Compensation

• $300 for a 10-hour filming day.

ESPN Commercial Casting Call for D’Andre Swift Stand-In/Photo Double

A commercial production is seeking a stand-in and photo double for Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift. Filming will take place in Naperville, Illinois, on October 13, 2026, with a fitting scheduled for October 12, 2026. The selected talent will portray the professional football player and participate in realistic football drills during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in and photo double for D’Andre Swift in a commercial production.
• Perform football drills and athletic movements on camera.
• Accurately replicate the athlete’s physical appearance and movements.
• Attend the scheduled fitting and filming sessions in Naperville, Illinois.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent with a physical resemblance to D’Andre Swift.
• Height approximately 5’8″ and weight approximately 204 lbs.
• Previous football playing experience is required.
• Ability to perform realistic football drills and athletic movements.
• Must be available for fitting on October 12 and filming on October 13, 2026.
• Must be able to work in Naperville, Illinois.

Compensation

• $300 for 8 hours of work.

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Season 15 Casting Call for Neighbors

NBC’s hit television drama “Chicago Fire” is seeking male and female background actors to portray neighborhood residents in upcoming outdoor scenes. Casting is open to performers of all ethnicities, ranging in age from their 20s to their 60s, who are based in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois. Filming is scheduled for Monday, October 12, with additional background performers needed for another scene on Tuesday, October 13. These paid, non-speaking roles offer an opportunity to gain on-set experience on a major network television production. Performers should be prepared for approximately 12 hours on set, with call times potentially beginning as early as 5:00 AM.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray neighborhood residents in outdoor background scenes for NBC’s “Chicago Fire” Season 15.
• Perform natural neighborhood activities and interactions to create realistic residential scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team regarding positioning, movement, and background actions.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Work cooperatively with fellow background performers and production staff.
• Be prepared for early morning call times and extended filming hours.

Requirements

• Male and female performers, ages 20s–60s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must reside in Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or states bordering Illinois.
• Must be available for filming on Monday, October 12, or Tuesday, October 13, depending on the assigned scene.
• Must be comfortable appearing in outdoor neighborhood scenes.
• Must be available for a potential 5:00 AM call time and approximately 12 hours on set.
• Must be comfortable performing in a non-speaking background role.
• Must be able to follow production instructions and maintain a professional attitude throughout filming.

Compensation

• Pay rate: $136.40 for 8 hours.
• Overtime compensation: Time and a half after 8 hours.