Austin Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Title

Summer Intern, Better Homes & Gardens – Social Media

Job Description

About the People Inc. Summer Internship Program:

The People Inc. Summer Internship Program is a 9 week full time, paid program that runs from June 8th – August 7th, based out of our New York office. The intern program consists of hands-on learning opportunities to create work that has an impact on the business, along with workshops in preparing you for post-college life (resume / interviewing) plus fun events throughout the summer!

People Inc. is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and representing the communities that we serve.  We strongly encourage BIPOC and LGBTQIA students to apply.

Deadline to Apply: Monday, January 26, 2026

Eligibility Requirements:

• Internships are available to current Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors at an accredited college or university
• You must be available to work full time for the entire 9 weeks of the program in the NY office, 3 days a week
• You must have access to your own housing and transportation to/from the NY office

About the Team:

Better Homes & Gardens is the go-to resource for fresh takes on home, food, and gardening, with an emphasis on enjoyment, not perfection. We inspire people to bring their dreams to life at home on special occasions and every day! The BHG editorial team has extensive industry experience and we are as passionate about our homes and home projects as our readers are. Our team is comprised of savvy editors and writers who have their finger on the pulse—we’re always ready to share our interpretation of the latest TikTok recipe or predict the newest design trend.

About the Role: 

As a Better Homes & Gardens Social Media Intern at People Inc., you will help support the social media team in planning, producing, and posting content on key social media platforms. Learn about analytics and share wins or misses during team meetings. Work directly with a legacy brand and have an opportunity to create social content, assist in cross-team collaboration, and present performance data to continue to drive engagement and brand loyalty for BHG audiences. When applying, please include a social media handle that you currently or in the past have had an impact on!

Internship Responsibilities will Include: 

• Present brand findings, conduct competitor audits, contribute to BHG’s brand social strategy
• Pull and learn about analytics and share wins and learnings
• Develop social media post content for and assist with scheduling on BHG’s social media accounts via scheduling platforms
• Draft social media post copy
• Identify trends, sounds, conventions, and other themes that BHG can adapt for timely content
• Assist in social media content shoots including brainstorming, sourcing props, helping the production team, and collaborating with the video team for final cuts
• Have an opportunity to write content for the website that explores and unpacks social media trends for consumers

About You: 

Candidates for this role should have:

• Pursuing a degree in the following or adjacent fields: Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Digital Media, Journalism, etc.
• Experience creating, managing, and/or posting social content outside of personal social media usage, or consistent passion to cultivate personal social media presence
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• A consistent finger on the pulse of all things culture, news, trends, and social media
• Open to new challenges and excited to grow within a fast-paced, expanding, and constantly evolving organization
• Creative and driven self-starter that can take direction and run with it, asking questions up front to ensure you’re able to complete the task successfully
• Motivated problem solver who will proactively troubleshoot and create solutions
• Experience with community management, scheduling platforms, social media analysis, and social media strategy is a plus but not required
• A love for home design, gardening, and/or cooking!

It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing[email protected].

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

Pay Range

Hourly: New York: $20.00 – $20.00

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Inc’s total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, People Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO),adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents),all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.

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Job Title

Assistant Editor, News & Social Platforms

Job Description

At Serious Eats, culinary curiosity, rigor, and clear, engaging writing come together to serve readers in the moments that matter. We’re hiring an assistant editor to publish accurate, on-brand cooking and culinary coverage under tight deadlines that performs well on news-focused platforms (Google Discover, Apple News, etc.). This role also includes support for our social accounts to bring energized programming that extends our voice and reporting.

Hybrid 3x a week- (list out city) 

In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.

About The Positions Contributions:

Weight %Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

70% – News & Editorial (Primary)

• Lead a high‑velocity daily cadence of timely stories—news, product taste tests, seasonal recipe roundups—that drive sessions and reinforce our editorial standards.
• Pitch, report, write, and edit with speed and precision, applying rigorous research and skeptical inquiry to culinary, scientific, cultural, and historical topics.
• Package stories for news‑forward distribution (e.g., Google Discover, Apple News, newsletters) with sharp headlines and clean, publication-ready copy.
• Track data and signals (performance metrics, industry announcements, trendlines, recalls, food-related health news, seasonality) to surface and prioritize opportunities.
• Collaborate with our Growth team for rapid iteration on titles, images, and timing, using data to inform editorial judgment.
• Oversee ongoing product taste tests, including research, shopping, test‑day logistics, data collection, writing, and/or editing.
• Create great ideas around both article and social franchise development.

20% – Social Programming & Short‑Form Video (Secondary)

• Plan and schedule a consistent, creative slate on various platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Threads.
• Write crisp, on-brand, platform‑native copy (hooks, captions, overlays, CTAs) and adapt site reporting into carousels, reels/shorts, and stories.
• Produce scrappy, phone-shot video (clean framing, lighting, audio; quick edits and subtitles) and build lightweight templates for repeatable series.
• Run structured experiments (first‑frame hooks, cover tests, cadence) and document learnings into reusable playbooks; share insights with editorial and growth.
• Engage thoughtfully with the audience in comments/DMs and help surface feedback, tips, and community trends for coverage.

10% – Cross‑Functional & Growth

• Collaborate closely with growth, newsletter, commerce, social, and other support teams.
• Create and maintain concise templates (repeatable article franchises, assignment briefs, caption frameworks, video formats) that increase output while protecting quality and voice.
• Identify on‑brand opportunities to expand into new content areas and emerging platforms; propose hypotheses and run focused tests.

The Role’s Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Experience:

• 2+ years in fast‑turn digital editorial roles, ideally in food media.
• Experience or an eagerness to learn programming of brand or personal social handles, and comfort with phone‑first video workflows.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:

• Exceptional reporting, writing, and line‑editing skills; strong headline instincts; and a knack for packaging stories for news‑driving platforms.
• Culinary and scientific literacy and a commitment to evidence‑based, well‑sourced coverage.
• Digital instincts and speed with accuracy; ability to juggle multiple assignments and hit ambitious weekly targets.
• A self‑starting, accountable work style—resourceful, quick to learn, responsive to feedback, and steady amid change.

% Travel Required (Approximate):  5%

It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing[email protected].

The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

Pay Range

Hourly: New York: $25.00 – $30.70 Remote US: $20.00 – $25.00

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Inc’s total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, People Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO),adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents),all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.

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Senior Brand Manager – Opti-Free® Contact Lens Care

Location:  On-site / Fort Worth, TX

At Alcon, we’re driven by a powerful mission: helping people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care, we innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact on the lives of our consumers and customers.

This is more than a marketing role—it’s a chance to lead iconic brands and shape the future of eye care. As Senior Brand Manager for Contact Lens Care Brands, you will own the business delivery for Opti-Free® and Clear Care®, while also driving strategic corporate brand initiatives. You’ll be the strategic driver and brand champion, working across the full marketing ecosystem—media, creative, digital, and shopper marketing—partnering with best-in-class agencies to bring bold ideas to life.

What You’ll Do

• Lead brand strategy and execution to accelerate growth and strengthen category leadership.
• Drive business performance with a general manager mindset—own forecasts, P&L thinking, and deliver the business.
• Create breakthrough campaigns that connect with consumers and healthcare professionals.
• Partner cross-functionally and with agencies to deliver flawless execution.
• Make innovation initiatives real, by executing against insights and trends that keep our brands ahead.
• A strategic thinker, a hands-on doer, and a collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments. You influence without authority and turn ideas into action.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs; Assoc.+11 yrs; M.S.+4 yrs; PhD+3 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 7 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred Skills & Experience

• CPG marketing experience with a proven track record of building and growing brands.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
• Experience managing agencies and leading integrated marketing campaigns.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Data-driven decision-making with a keen eye for insights and trends.
• Expertise in consumer advertising, media, and digital marketing.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of design principles and how they influence consumer behavior at shelf
• Proven success launching and scaling new products.
• Action-oriented and resourceful, with a track record of turning strategy into execution without direct authority.
• Ability to take initiative and drive projects independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong influencing skills to mobilize and inspire cross-functional teams and external partners toward shared goals.
• Ability to prioritize, challenge assumptions, and adapt to change.

Why Join Us?

• At Alcon, you’ll have the chance to make a purposeful impact on millions of lives by helping people see brilliantly.
• This role offers autonomy, growth, and the scope to shape the future of our contact lens care portfolio, and your career.
• We offer a robust benefits package, including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and focused growth opportunities.

Learn more at https://alcon.com/careers.

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Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Latino Youth Soccer Players for Sporting Goods Commercial

Job Description
A non-union social media commercial is seeking Latino boys and girls ages 5–15 who can confidently play soccer on camera. This is a great opportunity for young talent with real soccer skills to appear in a professional commercial shoot and gain on-set experience in a fast-moving production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform soccer actions naturally for camera (dribbling, passing, basic gameplay)
• Follow simple direction from the director and production team
• Bring strong energy, focus, and a great attitude on set
• Participate in commercial-style scenes for a social media campaign

Requirements

• Latino boys or girls, ages 5–15
• Must have real soccer ability and feel comfortable playing on camera
• Must be non-union
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX

Compensation

• $400/day

Job Description

A low-budget proof-of-concept short film is casting background performers to portray medieval knights and foot soldiers in an action-focused battle sequence. This is a non-speaking background opportunity with the potential for select performers to be featured. Performers must be comfortable with swordplay on camera and able to arrive camera-ready in their own medieval look.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray medieval battle warriors (knights/foot soldiers) in background action scenes

• Perform basic staged combat and swordplay (self-directed, fast-paced set)

• Follow on-set direction for timing, spacing, and safety during battle choreography

• Maintain wardrobe/armor continuity and arrive fully costumed and ready to work

Requirements

• Male legal adults (approx. ages 18–50s)

• Must provide your own medieval wardrobe/armor (1000–1200s-era look)

• Must arrive costume-ready and prepared for a quick-moving shoot

• Must have safe weapons/props (preferred; bring what you can)

• Experience preferred: stage combat, reenactment, Buhurt, HEMA, SCA, or similar (but not required if you can perform convincing broadsword-style combat)

• Non-union

• Limited availability (production may cap the number of performers)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid passion project

• Meal provided after the shoot

Job Description

A non-union horror/thriller short film is casting multiple speaking roles for the project “Eyeless.” The story follows Macy after she’s kicked out of a college party and encounters a mysterious crying girl covering her eyes. Production is seeking actors who can portray college-aged characters (20s) and deliver natural, grounded performances with strong emotional range. Crew interest is also being collected separately by production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a horror/thriller short film, including dramatic and suspense-driven moments.
• Take direction from the director and production team and collaborate with scene partners on set.
• Participate in rehearsals, table reads, and filming days as scheduled.
• Arrive prepared with lines learned and maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Must be able to portray a character in their 20s (college student age range).
• Comfortable performing in a horror/thriller tone (suspense, tension, emotional intensity).
• Ability to work well in an ensemble cast and follow on-set direction.
• Roles currently seeking:
  • Macy: 20s college student; popular; tall; mean.
  • Lindsay: 20s college student; Macy’s best friend; preppy presenting.
  • Mina: 20s college student; Macy’s other best friend; alternative presenting.
  • Josh: 20s college student; jock; blonde or brunette; tall.
  • Darcy: 20s college student; shorter; introverted.

Compensation Details

Non-Union. Unpaid. (Experience/credit-based opportunity.)

Job Description

A commercial project is seeking actors who are current USAA members to share a testimonial about their experience with USAA’s services. This opportunity is open to performers who can speak naturally and comfortably on camera about their real customer experience. Talent must also be conflict-free for specific competing categories (listed below).

Job Responsibilities

• Provide an on-camera testimonial discussing your personal experience with USAA.
• Follow producer/director guidance for delivery, tone, and messaging.
• Participate in any required auditions, interviews, rehearsals, or filming as scheduled.
• Maintain a professional, reliable presence throughout the production process.

Requirements

• Must be a current USAA member.
• Must be comfortable speaking on camera and delivering a natural testimonial.
• Must be clear of conflicts in the following categories:
  • P&C Insurance (Home, Renters, Auto Insurance)
  • Banking (including credit cards)
  • Life Insurance
• Must be available to work if selected (production schedule provided by casting).

Compensation Details

Paid opportunity (rate and usage details provided by production upon selection).

Job Description

A rush casting call is seeking talent for a staged toy giveaway scene and an on-camera news reporter segment. This project will film as a holiday-style newsbreak covering a Christmas giveaway, featuring families and a reporter delivering the story on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a parent/guardian or child in a staged toy giveaway crowd scene.

• Portray an on-camera news reporter delivering a scripted or guided “newsbreak” segment.

• Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Parents/Guardians and Kids: Ages 3–14 for the staged toy giveaway scene.

• News Reporter Role: Ability to perform confidently on camera as a reporter character.

• Must be local to the Oak Cliff/Dallas area or able to work as a local hire.

• Comfortable being filmed in a staged, holiday-themed public scene environment.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid role(s).

Job Description

A short film production is casting talent local to San Antonio, Texas for lead roles. The project is seeking performers who can bring strong emotional range and on-camera presence to a dramatic story. Actors of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit, provided they match the character breakdowns below.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured lead character in a scripted short film.

• Take direction from the director and collaborate professionally with the production team.

• Attend rehearsals and participate in filming as scheduled by production.

• Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and able to deliver consistent performances across takes.

Requirements

Role 1: Melody (Lead)

• Playing age: 21–30

• Character type: Engaging young woman central to the emotional arc of the story

• Look notes: Blonde hair (natural or wig) and fair/light complexion preferred for continuity (hair color can be achieved via wig or dye)

• Must be comfortable portraying the specific look required for the role

Role 2: Chivalry (Lead)

• Playing age: 25–35

• Character type: Strong, principled male with a commanding presence and strong sense of honor

• Look notes: Athletic or fit build, confident demeanor (hair color/ethnicity may be open—focus is on capturing the character’s presence)

• Must be comfortable portraying the specific look required for the role

Compensation Details

• Paid daily rate (negotiable based on experience)

• Meals provided

• IMDb credit

Job Description

Seeking individuals with real golf experience for an upcoming non-union commercial for a golf apparel company. This project is looking for authentic golfers of all ages and backgrounds who can confidently swing a golf club on camera. Talent will portray everyday golfers in a polished, commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera as a golfer for a commercial shoot.

• Demonstrate a believable golf swing (beginner to advanced).

• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.

• Participate in wardrobe fitting if selected.

Requirements

• Must have real golf experience (beginner, intermediate, or advanced).

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial environment.

• Ability to fit into standard golf apparel sizing preferred (flexibility available).

Roles Being Cast:

• Gen Z Golf Players (all genders, ages 16–25)

• Millennial Men & Women Golf Players (ages 30–45)

• Male Retiree Golf Players (ages 60s–70s)

• Youth Golf Players (all genders, ages 4+, kids/pre-teens who can convincingly swing a club)

• Scotsman Golf Player (male, 30s–50s, rugged look, expressive face, silent comedic ability; red hair preferred but not required)

Compensation Details

• $500 + 15% agency fee (session)

• $500 + 15% agency fee (usage: Connected TV, Tradeshow, Web, Social)

• Total: $1,000 + 15% agency fee per on-camera principal

• Broadcast usage, if added, will be negotiated separately at an additional rate.