NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Season 15 Casting Call for SI Otis

Casting Companion; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

NBC’s Chicago Fire is seeking a stand-in in the Chicago area to match SI Otis for upcoming production. Target Caucasian or Latino talent with dark hair, slim-to-medium build, height 5'5"-5'9".

The stand-in works behind the scenes with camera, lighting and the crew to establish lighting, framing, focus and blocking. Responsibilities include taking the principal actor’s position during setups, reproducing movements and blocking, and maintaining consistent placement.

Qualifications

• Stand-in experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow precise blocking and camera/lighting cues.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the SI Otis stand-in on NBC’s Chicago Fire.
• Take the principal actor’s position during lighting and camera setups.
• Reproduce movements, marks, and blocking during technical rehearsals.
• Assist camera and lighting departments by maintaining accurate positioning.
• Follow detailed instructions from assistant directors and production crew.

Skills

Stand-in experience

Blocking coordination

Job description

NBC ‘Chicago Fire’ Casting Call for SI Otis Stand-In

Job Description

NBC’s “Chicago Fire” is seeking a stand-in in the Chicago area to match the performer portraying SI Otis for upcoming television production work. This paid stand-in casting opportunity is looking for Caucasian or Latino talent with dark hair, a slim-to-medium build, and a height between 5'5" and 5'9". The selected performer will work behind the scenes with the camera, lighting, and assistant directing departments. Rather than appearing as a traditional background actor, the stand-in will take the principal performer’s position during technical preparation so the crew can establish lighting, camera framing, focus, and scene blocking before filming begins.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the SI Otis stand-in on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.”
• Take the principal actor’s position during lighting and camera setups.
• Reproduce assigned movements, marks, and blocking during technical rehearsals.
• Assist the camera and lighting departments by maintaining accurate positioning.
• Follow detailed instructions from assistant directors and production crew members.
• Maintain consistent movement and placement from one setup to the next.
• Stay attentive, prepared, and professional throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Seeking Caucasian or Latino talent.
• Height between 5'5" and 5'9".
• Must have a slim to medium build.
• Must have dark hair.
• Should reasonably match the principal performer’s general physical appearance.
• Previous stand-in, background acting, or television set experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be comfortable following precise blocking and technical instructions.
• Must work as a local hire from Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby states bordering Illinois.
• Reliable availability and professional on-set conduct are required.

Compensation

• $192 for 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.