Driskill Studios

Job Description

Driskill Studios is casting paid principal actors for a narrative film project filming in Seguin, Texas. The production tells the story of a young woman facing an unexpected pregnancy and the people around her who either reject or support her journey. The film is being produced for a Christian nonprofit pregnancy care center and will be used for fundraising, promotional purposes, online distribution, and film festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character authentically and professionally.
• Attend rehearsals, callbacks, and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Memorize lines and collaborate with the director and cast.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• Participate in scenes requiring emotional depth and character development.

Requirements

Emma Hayes – Lead Role

• Female, ages 19–25.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Must portray emotional vulnerability, fear, defensiveness, and personal growth.
• Lead role with approximately 4.5 filming days.

Jack Miller – Supporting Role

• Male, age 20.
• Must portray a sincere and emotionally conflicted young father.
• Strong dramatic performance skills required.
• Approximately 3 filming days.

Kristy – Emma’s Mother

• Female, 40s.
• Ability to portray subtle emotional coldness and restraint.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Steve – Emma’s Step-Father

• Male, 40–50.
• Strong dramatic presence.
• Must portray a cold, decisive father figure.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Beth Miller – Jack’s Mother

• Female, 40–50.
• Warm, compassionate, and nurturing demeanor.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Don Miller – Jack’s Father

• Male, 40–50.
• Calm, practical, and supportive character portrayal.
• Approximately 1 filming day.

Rachel – STPCC Nurse

• Female, 30–40.
• Professional, trustworthy, and caring presence.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Mark – STPCC Male Advocate / Mentor

• Male, 45–55.
• Grounded, patient, and mentoring personality.
• Approximately 1/2 filming day.

Compensation Details

• Emma Hayes: $1,800
• Jack Miller: $1,150
• Kristy: $325
• Steve: $400
• Beth Miller: $325
• Don Miller: $500
• Rachel: $400
• Mark: $300
• Housing may be provided for cast and crew if needed.
• Meals provided on set (two meals per day plus snacks and craft services).
• Travel reimbursement is not provided.

Job Description
Casting talent for Pool Envy, a six-episode comedic social media campaign centered around suburban “pool envy.” This playful and character-driven digital series will feature a self-aware comedic tone with light fourth-wall breaks. The project will be filmed in the San Antonio, Texas area and will be used for organic social media content and paid digital advertising across company platforms.

The production team is seeking performers with strong comedic instincts and improvisation skills. Scripts will be provided, but actors should be comfortable adding natural improvisation and comedic reactions on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted and improvised comedic scenes for a digital campaign.

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring characters to life.

• Deliver natural, comedic performances suitable for social media content.

• Participate in filming for digital marketing and promotional materials.

• Follow direction while maintaining strong on-camera presence and comedic timing.

Roles

Dan (Male, 30–55)
Lovable but stubborn suburban dad who tries to solve problems with misplaced confidence. Must be comfortable appearing in swimwear for pool scenes.

Susan (Female, 30–55)
Sharp and grounded partner with subtle comedic timing and dry wit. Must be comfortable appearing in swimwear.

Dillon (Male, 10–14)
Older son who is observant, slightly skeptical, and delivers natural reactions.

Sam (Male, 6–10)
Younger son who is innocent, sincere, and expressive with natural reactions.

Pool Envy Guy (Male, 26–45)
Charismatic comedic narrator who breaks the fourth wall and addresses the camera directly. Strong improvisation skills required. Must be comfortable appearing in swimwear.

Supporting Roles

• Grandma (Female, 60+)

• Neighbor (Male, 35–55)

• Grandson (Male, 4–5)

Requirements

• Strong comedic acting ability.

• Experience with improvisation preferred.

• Comfortable performing in a collaborative, fast-paced production environment.

• Ability to follow scripts while incorporating natural comedic reactions.

• Must be able to work locally in the San Antonio, Texas area.

• Some roles require comfort appearing in swimwear for pool scenes.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity (rate commensurate with experience).

• Estimated shoot time of 2–3 days depending on role.

• Opportunity to appear in a branded social media campaign with digital distribution.