NBC’s hit drama series “Chicago Fire” is officially back in production for its new season, and casting directors are now looking for local Chicago-area talent to work as paid stand-in extras.
The production is seeking people who are local to Chicago, the suburbs, and surrounding border states near Illinois. Please only apply if you are truly local and have full availability for the listed work dates.
Produced by Emmy Award-winning executive producer Dick Wolf, the creator behind the popular “Law & Order” franchise, “Chicago Fire” follows the intense lives of the firefighters, paramedics, and rescue workers of the fictional Firehouse 51. The series has become a major part of NBC’s Chicago universe, alongside “Chicago P.D.” and “Chicago Med.”
For the new season, the team is searching for stand-ins who can potentially commit from mid-July 2026 through early April 2027, Monday through Friday, with some possible night shoots and occasional Saturdays.
Talent Application
What Is a Stand-In?
A stand-in is someone who closely matches an actor’s height, weight, complexion, and general appearance. Stand-ins are used during rehearsals to help the crew set up lighting, camera blocking, and scene preparation before the main actors step in.
Pay Rate
💰 Stand-In Rate: $192 for 8 hours
⏱️ Overtime: Time and a half after 8 hours
🍽️ Lunch: Provided
🎬 Filming days may run around 12 hours or longer.
Roles Currently Casting
Casting directors are looking for males and females for the following stand-in roles:
✅ SI V: Asian/Latino female, ages 18 to early 40s, 5’8” to 5’10”, 115–140 lbs, dark hair
✅ SI H: Caucasian male, 50s to 60s, 5’6” to 5’8”, 135–160 lbs, grey hair
✅ SI K: Latino female, ages 18 to early 40s, 5’6” to 5’8”, 140–150 lbs, dark hair
✅ SI C: Latino male, ages 20s to early 40s, 5’10” to 6’1”, 180–210 lbs, bald head
✅ SI N: Caucasian female, ages 18 to early 30s, 5’5” to 5’7”, 115–135 lbs, blonde hair
✅ SI S: Caucasian male, 30s to 40s, 5’10” to 6’, 160–180 lbs, greyish hair
✅ SI V: Latino male, 20s to 30s, 5’10” to 6’, 190–210 lbs, dark hair
✅ SI M: Caucasian male, 50s to 60s, 5’9” to 5’11”, 160–175 lbs, reddish/greyish hair
Auditions may be held soon, so interested applicants are encouraged to submit as soon as possible.
How to Apply
To apply, send a recent color photo. Please do not send professional headshots, comp cards, group photos, or photos where your head or hair is cut off. Your photo should clearly show your current hair length, color, and style.
Include the following details:
📌 Height
📌 Weight
📌 Age
📌 Phone number
📌 City and state
📌 Clothing sizes
📌 Any stand-in or extra work experience
For men, include: suit jacket, neck, sleeve, T-shirt, waist, inseam, and shoe size.
For women, include: dress, pants, T-shirt, and shoe size.
Send your submission to:
In the subject line, include the stand-in letter you are applying for. For example: “CI S”
Applicants should submit as soon as possible for consideration.
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