Another opportunity to be an extra on the Fox TV show “Empire” is here! Season 4 is now filming and models and actors are needed to be extras. Casting directors are also seeking models and actors ages 25 to 65. There is a role available for kids as well open roles for a few adults. The kid’s casting call is looking for an African American boy ages 8 to 12 years old. Available adult roles are for a court officer, upscale lawyers and Anika’s friends and family.
Pay for adults is $88.00 for 8 hours and kids will be paid $150.00 for 8 hours. The music series films in Chicago, Illinois so you must be local to be considered. These roles will film between September 5th and September 18th. If you have always wanted to be on a TV show, here is your chance!
About the Show
Lucious Lyon, played by Terrence Howard, is the king of hip-hop. An immensely talented artist, the CEO of Empire Entertainment and a former street thug, his reign has been unchallenged for years. But, after battling what he believed to be a terminal disease, Lucious challenged his sons to compete for his throne, a task made all the more complicated by the return of their mother and Lucious’ ex-wife, Cookie, played by Taraji P. Henson, who was released from prison.
Key Details
Shoot Location: Chicago, IL
Shoot Dates: See Below
Pay Rate: See Roles
Roles & Requirements
BOY
Male, African American, Age Range: 8-12. We are looking for someone that has breads/dreads. Your child must have a CURRENT IL work permit through 4 Star Casting or a local talent agency. Please attach a photo of their work permit in their email submission.
SHOOT DATE: TUES., 9/5
RATE: $150/8
COURT OFFICER
Male, African American/Hispanic, Age Range: 25-65.
SHOOT DATE: TUES., 9/5
FITTING DATE: FRI., 9/1
RATE: $88/8 + $25 Fitting Bump
UPSCALE LAWYERS
Male/Female, African American, Caucasian, Ethnically Ambiguous, Age Range: 35-65. We are looking for polished, upscale looks.
SHOOT DATE: TUES., 9/5
FITTING DATE: FRI., 9/1
RATE: $88/8 + $25 Fitting Bump
ANIKA’S FRIENDS/FAMILY (BOULE CREW)
Male/Female, Any Ethnicity, Age Range: 30-65. We are looking for upscale, attractive types.
SHOOT DATES: WED., 9/6, THURS., 9/7, MON., 9/18 – Must be available ALL dates.
FITTING DATE: TUES., 9/5
RATE: 88/8 + $25 Bump each day you return.
Instructions for Submission
If you are interested and available all day, please send an email with the following to extras4empire@gmail.com
1. Put the role you’re applying for in the subject line.
2. Your name, phone number, current zip code, height, weight, and CLOTHING MEASUREMENTS.
3. Attach (2) two current photos, 1 close up and 1 full body taken in good lit lighting. Do not cover your face. No hats, no sunglasses, no filters, etc. PLEASE RENAME YOUR PHOTOS!
4. Confirm that you are available all day each date you are submitting for without conflicts.
6. Let us know if you’ve worked on Empire this season and if so, in what role.
7. Please confirm you are available for the fitting date, if applicable.
8. If you are submitting your child – you must attach the work permit.
We will let you know if you are in consideration! You will receive an email if you are booked to work.