Casting Call in Illinois: Extras Needed for Chicago Fire & Chicago Med

Fans of NBC’s hit dramas Chicago Fire and Chicago Med have a chance to step in front of the camera as background talent in the Chicago area.

Production is currently filming in Chicago, Illinois, and casting directors are seeking paid, non-speaking extras for several upcoming scenes.

🔔 Local hire only – you must live in or near the Chicago area. No travel or accommodation provided.

1. Family Photo Shoot – Son of Male Actor (Chicago Fire)

Casting a Caucasian male to portray the son of a male actor in a still photo family shoot.

• Shoot Date: Thursday, Dec 4

• Fitting: Monday, Dec 1 (must be available for both)

• Type: Caucasian male, mid 20s–30s

• Hair: Blonde, reddish, or brown

Featured Rate:

• $165 / 8 hours (OT after 8)

• $40 / 2-hour wardrobe fitting

How to Apply:Email ********@gmail.com

• Subject: “Son Family still shot 12.4”

• Include: name, phone, email, age, height, weight, city/state

• Attach a recent color photo showing current hair and look (no hats, sunglasses, or pro headshots).

2. Upscale Restaurant Scene – Trendy Guests

Casting stylish, upscale men and women for a trendy restaurant scene.

• Scene Date: Thursday, Dec 4

• Fitting: Tuesday, Dec 2 (most will need a fitting)

• Type: Men & women, 20s–40s, all ethnicities

• Look: Polished, fashionable, “night out” vibe

⚠️ Do not submit if you worked on Chicago Fire on Wed 11/26 in a hospital scene.

How to Apply:Email *******@gmail.com

• Subject: “Upscale Restaurant 12.3” (as requested by casting)

• Include: name, age, height, weight, phone, city/state

• Attach a recent color photo dressed upscale (no hats/sunglasses, no pro headshots).

• Mention the last time you worked on Chicago Fire (if ever).

3. Real Firefighters – CFD Training & Academy Scenes

Production is also seeking real firefighters for academy training scenes.

• Filming Date: Wednesday, Dec 3

• Who: Real firefighters (male & female)

• Location Base: Chicago, suburbs, and border states

• Age Range:

  • 20s–30s for trainees

  • 40s–60s for instructors/trainers

• Grooming: Short hair; clean-shaven or Chicago-regulation mustache only

How to Apply:Email *******@gmail.com

• Subject: “Real FF 12.3”

• Include: name, age, height, weight, phone, city/state

• Attach a recent clear color photo

• Add basic clothing sizes if requested (height, weight, jacket/T-shirt, pants, shoe).

This is a great opportunity for locals to appear on two of NBC’s most popular Chicago-set dramas—submit ASAP, as casting is time-sensitive. 🎬🔥