“Chicago Fire” Seeking Extras & Featured Talent in Chicago

NBC’s hit drama “Chicago Fire” is back in production for the 2025 season, and the casting team is looking for local Chicago-area talent to appear as paid background and featured extras.

If you or your kids have ever wanted to be part of the One Chicago universe, this is a great chance to step onto the set and appear in a still photo shoot connected to the show.

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About Chicago Fire 🔥

Set at the fictional Firehouse 51, the series follows:

👨‍🚒 Firefighters
🚑 Paramedics
🛟 Rescue personnel

as they risk their lives daily while navigating intense emergencies and complicated personal relationships. The show is part of the Dick Wolf Chicago franchise, alongside “Chicago P.D.” and “Chicago Med.”

All filming takes place in the Chicago area, so only locals should apply.

Casting #1 – Real Siblings with a Parent (Still Photo Shoot) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Production is searching for real families for a special still photo shoot.

Who they need:

👧👦 Real siblings ages 6–11
👩‍👦 Must include their mom or dad
🌎 All ethnicities
📍 Must be local to Chicago

Shoot & Fitting Details:

📸 Photo Shoot Date: November 18
🧥 Wardrobe Fitting:Monday, November 17
- Approx. 2 hours or less
- 📍 Location: Cinespace Studios, West Side of Chicago

Work Permits (Kids):

🧾 Children must have a Joan Philo work permit
If your kids don’t have one, you can request a Letter of Intent and the team will explain how to obtain the permit
This is moving quickly, so if they contact you, be ready to get the permits ASAP

How to Submit (Families):
Email: ExtraCfire@gmail.com
📌 Subject line: Siblings 11.18

Include:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Photos of the kids with Mom or Dad
- Group shot or separate photos are fine
- Make sure hairstyle/cut/color are current
- If you already have a Joan Philo work permit, attach it
📛 Names of all family members
🎂 DOB & age of each child and parent
📏 Height & weight for everyone
👕 Clothing sizes for each person
📱 Phone number

Casting #2 – Adults with Mobility Aids / Amputees (Still Photo Shoot) 🧑‍🦽

Production is also seeking adults with visible medical or mobility needs for featured, non-speaking roles in the same still photo shoot.

Who they need:

👩‍🦽 Males & females, 18+
🌎 All ethnicities
Using any of the following:
- 🧑‍🦽 Wheelchair
- 🩼 Crutches
- 🦯 Canes
- 🦶 Cast or foot boot
🦾 Amputees (male or female) are also strongly encouraged to submit
📍 Must be local to the Chicago area

These are paid, non-speaking FEATURED background roles.

How to Submit (Adults):
Email: ExtraCfire@gmail.com
📌 Subject line: Photo Shoot 11.18

Attach:

📸 Current photo IN your wheelchair or with your mobility aid/cast/boot
- Make sure your current haircut and hair color are clearly shown

Include in your email:

📛 Full name
🎂 Age
📏 Height & weight
🏙️ City you live in
📱 Phone number
👕 Clothing sizes
- Male sizes:
  - Height, weight
  - T-shirt
  - Suit jacket
  - Neck & sleeve
  - Waist & inseam
  - Shoe
- Female sizes:
  - Height, weight
  - T-shirt
  - Dress
  - Pants
  - Shoe

Important Reminders ✅

🎥 You must be local to Chicago and able to work as a local hire.
⏰ Have full availability for the fitting and the November 18 shoot day.
🧒 Kids must have or obtain a Joan Philo work permit to work on set.
📨 Submit ASAP – these opportunities move quickly.