Casting directors for Lee Daniels new television pilot Empire is now casting a ton of extras to appear in the series.

The series centers on the world of a hip-hip empire. The drama will feature original and new music. Terrence Howard was recently cast as the lead role in the series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Howard will play Lucious Lyon, the head of a record label, in the drama from The Butlers Daniels and Strong.

Casting directors are looking for a ton of extras to work Wednesday, March 19th in Chicago. They are look for people to portray executive types. For more details see the casting call below:

CASTING ALERT!

We are booking like crazy! This is a GREAT opportunity for all of our OLD friends, and NEW friends alike!

This is a long post, so PLEASE read the ENTIRE post. PLEASE do NOT submit for everything, make sure you fit the description of what were looking for! Also be sure to include ALL INFORMATION REQUESTED and label your email correctly. If not, your email may slip through the cracks and youll miss an AMAZING opportunity to join a great show!

In your email, include NAME, HEIGHT, WEIGHT, AGE, and PHONE NUMBER! Also include three pictures of yourself showing off your best looks (or looks that relate to what youre submitting for).

Submit ALL emails with the appropriate subject to [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 we are looking for:

AFRICAN AMERICAN and CAUCASIAN SECURITY GUARDS. Submit an email including appropriate pictures, with the subject GUARDS 3.19

AFRICAN AMERICAN, PUERTO RICAN, and CAUCASIAN FEMALE PRISONERS. Submit an email with you looking your toughest, with the subject PRISONERS 3.19

VISITORS (at the female prison). Submit an email with your best 90s look, with the subject VISITORS 3.19

THURSDAY, MARCH 20 we are looking for:

TRENDY NIGHT CLUBBERS, ages 20s-30s. Submit an email with your trendiest photos, with the subject NIGHT CLUB 3.20

CAUCASIAN 1994 NIGHT CLUBBERS. Submit an email with your trendiest look from the mid 90s, with the subject 94 NIGHT CLUB 3.20

RADIO EXECS. Submit an email including pictures of you in a suit, looking trendy and powerful, with the subject RECORD EXECS 3.20

COCKTAIL WAITERS/WAITRESSES. Submit an email with pictures of you as a server/wait staff, with the subject COCKTAIL 3.20

MONDAY, MARCH 24 we are looking for:

AFRICAN AMERICAN BOARD MEMBERS, ages 25-40. Submit an email including a picture of you in your best work suit, with the subject AA BOARD 3.24

REPORTERS. Submit an email of you looking like a reporter with the subject REPORTER 3.24.

EMPIRE EMPLOYEES. Submit an email including pictures of you looking like an office worker, with the subject EMP EMPLOYEE 3.24

LAWYER TYPES. Submit an email with multiple pictures of your best lawyer look, with the subject LAWYER 3.24

Submit ALL emails with the appropriate subject to [email protected]

This is NOT all that were looking for. Keep your eyes peeled for more coming very soon! Spread the word, tell your friends, and lets get ready for an amazing show!

UPDATE: Additional Role Available

Casting Alert! I am searching for two African American women to work in the mansion on our other show. Especially searching for larger women for this non-speaking role. We are seeking a range of weights also. If you can work on Friday, March 28th send your photograph dressed casually to [email protected] and put “Mansion worker” in the subject line. Please include your height, weight, age, phone number, also all your clothing sizes and shoe size. Thanks!

Source: Empire Extras