Chicago Fire Season 15 Casting Paid Extras and Stand-Ins in Chicago

NBC’s hit drama Chicago Fire is seeking paid background actors and stand-ins for filming in Chicago, Illinois, on Monday, November 16, 2026. Local talent of various ages and backgrounds is encouraged to apply.

About Chicago Fire

Produced by Dick Wolf, Chicago Fire follows the firefighters, rescue teams, and paramedics of Firehouse 51 as they face dangerous emergencies while navigating their personal and professional lives.

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🎬 Casting Roles Available

1. Background Extras – $136.40/8 Hours

Casting men and women, ages 20s–60s, of all ethnicities for non-speaking roles including:

Journalists and reporters
Photographers and camera operators
Upscale neighborhood residents

Applicants should have professional business suits or nice casual outfits. Filming involves an outdoor scene.

2. Stand-Ins – $192/8 Hours

The production is also seeking four stand-ins:

SI Caine: White male, 50s–60s, bald/balding, 6’2″–6’5″, 200–240 lbs.
SI Ben: Asian/Latino male, 40s–60s, dark hair, 5’6″–5’8″, 140–170 lbs.
SI Heather: White female, 50s–60s, brown/gray hair, 5’3″–5’5″, 115–135 lbs.
SI Bianca: Black female, 20s–30s, dark hair, medium/dark complexion, 5’6″–5’7″, 130–155 lbs.

Both positions offer time-and-a-half overtime after eight hours. Filming may last approximately 12 hours, with early call times.

📍 Filming Details

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Eligibility: Chicago, surrounding suburbs, and neighboring states bordering Illinois (local hires only).

📩 How to Apply

Email ExtraCFire@gmail.com with:

A recent color photograph
Full name, age, height, weight, and phone number
City, state, and clothing sizes
Previous Chicago Fire experience, if any

Mention if you own business suits or have photography/camera experience when relevant.

Email Subject Examples:

“PHOTOGRAPHER 11.16” or “SI BEN 11.16”

Apply ASAP! Applicants must be fully available for the filming date.