El Paso Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Extras Needed for Sporting Goods Commercial – Teens, Kids, and Parents

A major sporting goods retailer is seeking background extras for an upcoming commercial shoot in Granger, Texas. Casting is open to teens, children, and parents to help bring a realistic and relatable school and sports environment to life on screen. This opportunity is perfect for young actors and families looking to gain on-camera experience in a commercial production.

Job Description
The commercial will feature a variety of scenes set in school and sports environments. Teens will portray high school students, while younger boys will be featured in athletic settings like flag football. A few adult roles are available for parents portraying high school teachers. The production is looking for energetic, expressive, and camera-friendly talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray high school students or teachers in background scenes

• Engage in light, directed actions during filming

• Follow production cues for movement and placement on set

• For sports scenes, participate in simple, non-competitive flag football

Requirements

• Teens of all genders, ages 13–18, for high school scenes

• Boys, ages 10–13, who can play flag football; must be Black, Hispanic, or multi-ethnic

• A few adults to portray teachers or parents

• Must be available for the designated shoot day

• Parents must submit on behalf of minors under 18 with contact info

Compensation

• Paid background roles

• Experience working on a commercial set

• Great for young actors and families building industry credits

Casting Call: Young and Cool Adult Male for Lifestyle Commercial

Job Description
A social media and web campaign is casting a young, stylish, and confident male talent to bring charisma and modern appeal to a lifestyle-focused commercial. This production is all about personality—someone who feels effortlessly cool, relatable, and authentic on camera. Filming will take place in Austin, TX, and talent must be non-union and local to the area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a relatable, modern character with personality and charm

• Deliver subtle, on-camera moments with confidence and ease

• Take creative direction and remain natural during filming

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

Requirements

• Male, age range 20–30

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must have a cool, casual, confident presence

• Non-union talent only

• Must be local to Austin, TX and fully available for all scheduled dates

Compensation

• $1200 session rate + 20% agency fee

• 1-year usage across social media and brand website

• Paid fitting included

Casting Call: Young Adult Pickleball Player for Digital Commercial

Job Description
A vibrant new social and web commercial is casting a young adult male to portray an energetic and competitive pickleball player. This role is part of a campaign that celebrates active lifestyles, friendly sportsmanship, and youthful confidence. The shoot will be held in Austin, TX, and is open to non-union talent ready to bring authenticity and charisma to screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a skilled pickleball player in a fun, fast-paced commercial setting

• Perform basic pickleball movements (serves, rallies, and footwork) naturally on camera

• Take direction from the creative team and maintain consistent performance energy

• Attend a fitting and be fully available on the scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Male, age range 35–45

• All ethnicities welcome

• Should be comfortable performing light athletic movements

• Must be non-union and local to Austin, TX

• Available for virtual callback, fitting, and full-day shoot

Compensation

• $1200 session rate + 20% agency fee

• Includes 1-year usage across social media and brand website

• Paid fitting included

Casting Call: Kids for Hide and Seek Commercial Scene

Job Description
A fun and playful web/social commercial is casting young children to participate in a lively hide-and-seek themed scene. This production is part of a campaign for a well-known consumer brand and will feature moments of joy, exploration, and childlike energy. The shoot will take place in Austin, TX and is open to non-union talent from all backgrounds.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform simple, playful actions on camera as part of a hide-and-seek game

• Follow direction from the director and remain energetic and focused during filming

• Express natural reactions and emotions suitable for a child-friendly setting

• Be available for a virtual callback and a fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

• Female talent, age range 5–8 (Hide and Seek Girl), all ethnicities

• Male talent, age range 5–8 (Hide and Seek Boy), all ethnicities

• Must be available for virtual callback, fitting, and full shoot day

• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Compensation

• $1200 session rate + 20% agency fee

• Includes 1-year usage for social media and website

• Paid fitting

Casting Call: Mature Pickleball Player for Social Commercial

Job Description
A web and social media commercial is casting a charismatic mature male to portray a skilled pickleball player. This role is part of a high-energy lifestyle campaign that celebrates active living and playful competition. The production seeks talent who can bring both authenticity and on-camera confidence to a short-form visual piece filmed in Austin, TX.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a competitive pickleball player in scripted and action scenes

• Demonstrate basic pickleball movements (swinging paddle, footwork, serving)

• Take direction well and bring energy to a recreational setting

• Attend a scheduled fitting and participate in a full-day shoot

Requirements

• Male, age range 55–75

• Anglo/Caucasian

• Should appear fit, agile, and comfortable in a casual athletic environment

• Must be available for virtual callback, fitting, and full shoot day

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $1200 session rate + 20% agency fee

• 1-year digital usage on social media and brand website

• Paid fitting included

Casting Call: Real Venmo Users for National Commercial

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real Venmo users to appear in an upcoming production spotlighting real-life experiences with the app. This is a fantastic opportunity to be featured in a high-visibility, digital-focused project. Talent must be local to Austin, TX and comfortable on camera, sharing authentic energy and relatable presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot

• Represent the brand as a real, everyday user of Venmo

• Follow direction and deliver natural, relaxed on-camera performance

• Attend a scheduled fitting prior to shoot

Requirements

• Must be a real Venmo user, ages 18–49

• Must be a local hire in the Austin, TX area

• Must be available for fitting and 1-day shoot within the scheduled window

• Comfortable appearing on camera and sharing lifestyle-based reactions

Compensation

• $650 shoot day rate

• $2800 guaranteed usage fee

• $150 fitting fee

• Total payment: $3450 per person

Casting Call for Pickleball Players in Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A new healthcare commercial is seeking experienced pickleball players for a vibrant and energetic shoot in Austin, Texas. This spot will showcase active adults living a healthy lifestyle through sport and movement. Players must be comfortable performing light gameplay on camera and available for both scheduled shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic pickleball gameplay during filming

• Demonstrate comfort and familiarity with the sport in real-time scenes

• Engage naturally with other cast members in a casual, recreational setting

• Follow direction while maintaining safe and smooth performance

Requirements

• All genders, ages 50+

• Must reside in Austin, TX (locals only)

• Must have experience playing pickleball

• Must be available both May 14 and 15

• Video or photo of playing preferred (optional but helpful)

Compensation

• $300/day

• 20% agency fee applicable

• No travel or lodging provided

Extras Casting Call for Independent Comedy Pilot

Job Description
A new independent comedy pilot directed by a Los Angeles-based filmmaker is casting background talent for an upcoming shoot. This non-union project is seeking adults of all ethnicities between the ages of 35 and 55 for fun, fast-paced scenes in a comedic setting. Filming will take place near Austin, Texas, in Cedar Park, and selected extras will play a key role in bringing energy and atmosphere to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in a scripted comedy pilot

• Arrive on time and remain available during assigned shoot hours

• Follow direction from the production team to support key scene setups

Requirements

• Adults aged 35–55

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must be available to work in Cedar Park, Texas

• Reliable, professional, and comfortable on set

• Must be non-union

Compensation

• $75 flat rate, paid at the end of each shoot day

• Fun opportunity to be part of an independent comedy production

• Great on-set experience with a professional film team

Casting Adults 50+ Who Play Pickleball for Healthcare Commercial

Job Description
A healthcare brand is seeking non-union background talent for a commercial filming in Austin, Texas. The production is looking for active adults aged 50 and above who enjoy playing pickleball. This is a great opportunity to appear in a professionally produced ad while showcasing your love for one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Talent will only be needed for one of the scheduled shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background player in a healthcare commercial

• Engage in casual pickleball activity during filming

• Follow direction from the production team on set

• Represent active and vibrant lifestyle in a realistic setting

Requirements

• Must be age 50 or older

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be able to play pickleball confidently

• Must be non-union and local to Austin, Texas

• Comfortable being filmed in casual or athletic attire

Compensation

• $300 for a 12-hour shoot day

• One-day shoot commitment

• Professional experience with a health-focused production

Casting Call: Friends or Couples for Major Pharmacy Commercial

Job Description
A leading pharmacy brand is casting real-life friend groups or couples for an uplifting commercial campaign. This project celebrates everyday relationships and wellness, showcasing genuine chemistry and relatable moments. Talent must be based in Dallas and available for both fitting and shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in on-camera scenes highlighting friendship or relationship dynamics

• Attend a pre-shoot wardrobe fitting

• Perform naturally and comfortably in a commercial production environment

• Follow creative direction while maintaining authentic interactions

Requirements

• Friends or couples aged 28–35

• All genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Dallas, TX

• Comfortable on camera with a warm, relatable presence

• Fully available for fitting and multiple shoot days

Compensation

• $300 fitting fee per person

• $600 per person, per shoot day

• $1,500 usage fee if featured in the final edit

• Valuable experience on a national brand campaign