Dallas Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Cassius – Supporting Role

Job Description
A gritty action-thriller project is seeking an actor to portray Cassius, a charming yet sinister man in his late 30s. Cassius is a calculated sociopath whose calm exterior masks a violent and unpredictable nature. As a high-ranking member of an assassin organization, he lives every day ready for danger. When Isaac reappears after years of being presumed dead, Cassius becomes determined to uncover the truth and punish the imposter he believes stands before him. This role features intense character work, physical scenes, and emotionally charged confrontations.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth to a complex villain with a charismatic but dangerous presence
• Perform staged physical combat scenes (kicking, punching, grappling, falling) under stunt supervision
• Work with prop weapons (no real firearms)
• Collaborate closely with stunt and safety teams to execute action sequences
• Deliver strong dramatic performance in tense, high-stakes moments

Requirements

• Any ethnicity, male, late 30s
• Ability to portray a cold, intimidating sociopath with emotional nuance
• Comfortable performing staged fights and action choreography with a stunt coordinator
• Comfortable wearing special-effects makeup: bruises, cuts, stage blood
• Professional, reliable, and able to handle physical roles safely

Compensation

• Rate: $250 / 12-hour day
• Supporting role with multiple physical scenes
• Stunt coordinator provided for all action sequences

Natalie – Supporting Role

Job Description
A dramatic action-thriller project is seeking an actress to portray Natalie, a brave and intelligent high-school senior caught in a dangerous situation. After losing her mother and being abandoned by her father, she’s had to raise herself and grow up fast. Despite her difficult past, she’s responsible, strong, and determined. In the story, Natalie sneaks out to a nightclub and becomes entangled in a human-trafficking operation, placing her at the center of intense and emotional scenes. This role requires strong acting range, confidence in high-stakes scenarios, and comfort with staged physicality and special-effects makeup.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a resilient and intelligent teen navigating emotional and high-stress moments

• Perform scenes that may involve staged physical contact (slaps, pushes, falls)

• Collaborate with stunt coordinators and follow on-set safety guidance

• Work closely with the lead actor in dramatic and action-heavy sequences

• Display comfort with special-effects makeup, including bruises, cuts, and stage blood

Requirements

• White/European appearance, looks 18

• Strong emotional range and ability to perform intense scenes

• Comfortable with staged physical contact under stunt supervision

• Ability to portray fear, courage, and resilience

• Reliable transportation and professionalism on set

Compensation

• Rate: $350 / 12-hour day

• Approximately 8 days of filming

• Stunt coordinator present for all scenes requiring physicality

Young Male Actor – Documentary Film

Job Description
A documentary film is seeking a young male actor to portray a kid selling magazines and newspapers door-to-door. This featured role requires natural acting ability, strong on-camera presence, and the ability to convey youthful curiosity and determination.

Job Responsibilities
• Portray a child selling magazines and newspapers in various scenes
• Deliver natural, expressive on-camera performance
• Take direction well and adapt to adjustments on set
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming days

Requirements
• Male
• Ages 9–12
• Caucasian/Anglo
• Blonde hair
• Blue or green eyes
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Spicewood, TX

Compensation
• $200 per day

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview and Responsibilities:

KTVT-TV, the CBS owned and operated station in Dallas-Fort Worth is seeking a multi-platform managing editor! This manager role embraces and champions the vision and strategic plan for content on all screens. This person will handle day of story development and response as well as planning out coverage for news events in the coming days and weeks.

This position manages daily content acquisition and delivery for multiple platforms with overall responsibility for the station’s daily news gathering. You will also oversee short and long-term planning and ensure acquired content is mirrored on-air and online. This role is charged with development of story ideas with an emphasis on strong storytelling. The person in this role runs the editorial meetings and signs off on stories. The managing editor stays in contact with crews throughout the day and takes the lead in coverage response during breaking news.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Run editorial meetings
• Communicate with reporters through-out the day
• Copy edit content
• Scheduling of anchors and reporters
• Long-term and short-term news planning
• Communicate daily with the EPIC EP, Digital, and Special Projects on story planning
• Carry out the strategic plan put forward by the VP of News

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism
• Preferred 3 years management experience

Additional Qualifications:

• Understanding of multiplatform strategies
• Organized
• Skilled communicator

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact [email protected].

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview and Responsibilities:

KTVT-TV, the CBS owned and operated station in Dallas-Fort Worth is seeking a multi-platform managing editor! This manager role embraces and champions the vision and strategic plan for content on all screens. This person will handle day of story development and response as well as planning out coverage for news events in the coming days and weeks.

This position manages daily content acquisition and delivery for multiple platforms with overall responsibility for the station’s daily news gathering. You will also oversee short and long-term planning and ensure acquired content is mirrored on-air and online. This role is charged with development of story ideas with an emphasis on strong storytelling. The person in this role runs the editorial meetings and signs off on stories. The managing editor stays in contact with crews throughout the day and takes the lead in coverage response during breaking news.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Run editorial meetings
• Communicate with reporters through-out the day
• Copy edit content
• Scheduling of anchors and reporters
• Long-term and short-term news planning
• Communicate daily with the EPIC EP, Digital, and Special Projects on story planning
• Carry out the strategic plan put forward by the VP of News

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism
• Preferred 3 years management experience

Additional Qualifications:

• Understanding of multiplatform strategies
• Organized
• Skilled communicator

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact [email protected].

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Cast Roles for “No Checkout” – Multiple Characters

Job Description
A new narrative film is seeking actors to bring a range of emotionally complex characters to life. Each role requires strong dramatic presence, the ability to convey layered internal conflict, and a commitment to authentic storytelling. This project features intense interpersonal dynamics, unresolved tension, and emotionally charged moments.

Alicia — Lead (Late 20s)
Smart, observant, and emotionally guarded. Alicia carries guilt and tension beneath a calm exterior. She requires an actress capable of subtle emotional shifts and deep, internalized performance work.

Tasha — Lead (Mid-20s)
Warm, nurturing, and calm on the surface, yet hiding guilt and unresolved issues. She is vulnerable and breakable under pressure. This role calls for emotional transparency and quiet strength.

Derrick — Supporting (Early 30s)
Likeable, funny, and the person who lightens the mood—until things get serious. Derrick has charm but can crack when the stakes rise. Ideal for an actor with range from comedic warmth to emotional intensity.

Marc — Supporting (Late 30s)
Intense, paranoid, and always on edge. Marc is distrustful, uneasy, and explosive when pushed. This role needs someone with strong dramatic instincts who can portray anxiety and volatility convincingly.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform character-driven dramatic scenes

• Deliver emotionally layered performances

• Collaborate closely with the director to develop character depth

• Bring authenticity, vulnerability, and presence to each moment

Requirements

• Strong acting ability across dramatic genres

• Ability to portray complex emotional states

• Comfortable performing high-intensity scenes

• Local to Houston, TX or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Paid roles (rate provided upon selection)

Stand-In Roles for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking stand-ins to support the camera and lighting teams during production. Stand-ins play a key part in the filmmaking process by helping the crew set up shots, test lighting, and ensure smooth scene preparation. No prior stand-in experience is required—just reliability, focus, and a willingness to learn on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the crew by standing in for principal actors during shot setup

• Follow direction from the camera and lighting departments

• Maintain consistency in positioning and movement during rehearsals

• Contribute to an efficient and professional on-set workflow

Requirements

• Men:

  • Ages 18–35

  • Height 5’11″–6’2″

  • Brunette hair

• Women:

  • Ages 18–35

  • Height 5’5″–5’8″

  • Brunette hair

• Open availability preferred

• No stand-in experience required

• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable taking direction

Compensation

• $175 per day (12-hour day)

Job Description
A feature film production is seeking men and women to appear in an energetic party scene set in Austin, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy being part of a lively environment and want to gain on-set experience in a professional film setting. Talent will help bring authenticity and atmosphere to a key scene in the movie.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a party scene

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain high energy and engagement throughout filming

• Arrive on time and prepared for the shoot

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–30

• Comfortable appearing as party-goers on camera

• Able to work in Austin, Texas

• Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic

Compensation

• Volunteer role

• Opportunity to gain on-set experience

• Work on a feature film production

Tall Male Talent for Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a tall male performer to portray a Texan character with strong comedic presence. This role is ideal for someone with experience in physical comedy and improv, comfortable delivering personality-driven performance on camera. Talent must meet the height requirement and be available for both audition and filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial portraying a tall Texan character

• Bring strong comedic timing and physical comedy skills

• Follow direction from the production team

• Participate in a virtual callback and fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–45

• Any ethnicity

• Height of 6’1″ or taller

• Experience in improv and physical comedy

• Available for audition, callback, and shoot dates

• Comfortable working on a commercial set

Compensation

• Session Fee: $800

• Usage Fee: $2,500

• Fitting Fee: $50

Casting Actors for Psychological Drama Scene

Female Lead for Intense Drama Scene

Job Description
A director’s workshop project is seeking two dedicated actors to bring a pivotal dramatic scene to life. This opportunity involves recreating an emotionally charged moment inspired by a well-known psychological thriller. Performers should be comfortable exploring deep character work, emotional range, and committed storytelling that resonates on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex characters with strong emotional depth

• Collaborate with the director to refine performance choices

• Participate in rehearsals and filming on a university campus

• Deliver authentic and grounded performances for a dramatic scene

Requirements

• Female performer, early-to-mid 20s, to play an ambitious lead character striving for perfection

• Male performer, 30s–40s, to portray a demanding and manipulative dance instructor

• Comfortable performing emotionally intense material

• Open to direction and able to adapt quickly on set

Compensation

• Unpaid, non-union student project

• Great opportunity to build acting reel and gain on-set experience