May 10, 2026

$300/Day Chicago Casting Call for African American Talent

ExtraOrdinary Casting Chicago, Illinois

Job Description
ExtraOrdinary Casting is seeking one non-union African American male for a paid background acting opportunity filming at the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. The selected talent will appear in a featured scene involving reading a letter and performing detailed hand-focused actions on camera.
Casting directors are specifically looking for talent with well-groomed hands and minimal visible markings for close-up shots.
Job Responsibilities

Perform in a featured background scene
Participate in close-up hand and over-the-shoulder shots
Follow on-set direction from the production team
Remain available for the full filming day despite a shorter scene schedule
Maintain continuity in appearance during filming

Requirements

Non-union African American male
Ages 20s to early 30s
Hands must be in good condition
No noticeable tattoos or markings on hands
Manicured appearance preferred
Must submit:

Current face photo
Photos of hands
Over-the-shoulder or side/back photo holding paper as if reading a letter

No sunglasses in submission photos
Only applicant should appear in photos
Must be available for an early morning call time and entire shoot day

Compensation

$300 for up to 10 hours
Scene expected to film for a shorter duration, but full-day availability is required

Create a free account to keep reading — and to apply.

Create My Free Account

TheCreativeLoft is a better way to find jobs. Find out more:

You're just 60 seconds away from your new Creativeloft account.

Looking For Similar Jobs?