El Paso Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Actors for Vertical Short Film

Job Description
A non-union vertical short film is casting background actors for a fast-paced, story-driven production filming in San Antonio, Texas. This project offers the opportunity to be part of a creative, professionally produced series with a strong production team. Local talent is required, as travel and lodging will not be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a scripted vertical short film

• Help create realistic restaurant, banquet, and event environments

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity

• Work efficiently in a fast-moving production setting

Requirements

• Must be based in San Antonio, Texas (local hires only)

• Open to men and women across various age ranges depending on role

• Specific roles include:

  • Banquet guards (male, 35–50, must fit 32/32 pants)

  • Chefs (men and women, 25–40)

  • Culinary competition crowd (men and women, 20s–30s)

  • Restaurant guests (men and women, 25–50)

  • Assistant (male, 30s, must own a black suit)

  • Bodyguard/chauffeur (male, 40s, athletic, must own a black suit)

  • Butler (male, 50s, must fit size 42 suit)

  • Maid (female, 40s, must fit size M or L costume)

• Must be available to work multiple consecutive shoot days if selected

Compensation

• $100 for up to 10 hours

Part-Time TikTok Content Creator

Job Description
A growing brand is hiring a part-time content creator to produce engaging short-form videos primarily for TikTok. This role focuses on creating scroll-stopping content, building community connection, and supporting brand storytelling through creative, trend-aware video content. Ideal for someone who understands TikTok strategically and enjoys collaborating closely with a small, creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging, scroll-stopping TikTok videos

• Film, edit, and write captions for short-form content

• Generate fresh ideas for trends, challenges, and educational content

• Engage with the audience and help nurture an active online community

• Collaborate closely with founders and team members as a strategic marketing partner

Requirements

• Strong understanding of TikTok trends and platform strategy

• Ability to adapt trends for brand and beauty storytelling

• Creative storyteller with strong instincts for short-form content

• Kind, reliable, and proactive work style

• Seeking a flexible, part-time content creation role

Compensation

• Paid part-time position

• Compensation based on experience and scope of work

Job Description
A commercial production for a tool and equipment retailer is seeking experienced male performers to appear on camera using automotive and woodworking tools. This role is ideal for individuals with hands-on experience who can confidently and authentically work with tools in a realistic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the use of automotive and woodworking tools on camera

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Perform natural, unscripted actions related to tool use and manual work

• Maintain a professional and reliable presence on set

Requirements

• Men ages 25–40

• Experience working on cars, in garages, or with automotive tools such as socket sets and jacks

• Experience using woodworking tools including saws and miter saws

• Callused or visibly working hands are a plus

• Must be local to the Austin, Texas area

Compensation Details

• SAG scale payment of $822.30

• Residuals paid when the commercial airs

Female Models for Sneaker Commercial

Job Description
A sneaker commercial is casting brunette female models for an athletic, lifestyle-focused shoot. This commercial project is looking for talent with a fresh, sporty look and a slim, athletic build who can confidently represent an active brand aesthetic. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply. Talent must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

• Model sneakers and apparel for a commercial production
• Perform natural, athletic movement on camera
• Take direction from the creative and production team
• Represent a sporty, lifestyle-focused brand image

Requirements

• Female models, ages 20–35
• Brunette hair
• Athletic build with a fresh, active look
• Shoe size 8 or 9
• Clothing size small
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, Texas
• Available for fittings and shoot days as scheduled
• Open to all ethnicities

Compensation

• $350 fitting rate (4-hour fitting, minus agency fee)
• $450 session rate (10-hour shoot day, minus agency fee)
• $1,200 usage rate (usage guaranteed at booking, minus agency fee)

Job Description
A production is seeking a plus-size fitness trainer in Austin for upcoming paid opportunities. Talent should be confident on camera, knowledgeable in fitness coaching, and comfortable demonstrating workouts or fitness guidance in a professional content environment. This is an in-person opportunity for a trainer who can bring strong energy, clear communication, and an authentic on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a plus-size fitness trainer for filmed content or promotional materials.

• Demonstrate fitness movements and/or provide coaching guidance as directed.

• Communicate clearly and confidently while engaging on camera.

• Follow creative direction from the production team and maintain a professional presence.

Requirements

• Must be a plus-size fitness trainer (professional or experienced).

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction.

• Strong communication skills and positive on-screen energy.

• Must be local and available to work in Austin, Texas (in-person).

Compensation
Paid opportunities (rate and details provided upon selection).

Lead Roles: Lorie and Adam

Job Description
A paid, non-union film project is casting two lead roles for a character-driven story filming in Houston, TX. This production is seeking strong actors who can deliver nuanced, psychologically layered performances. Roles include Lorie, a brilliant rising attorney who is controlled and emotionally guarded, and Adam, a musician burdened by shame and guilt who becomes increasingly unstable under pressure. Filming is estimated at 10–12 days (dates TBD).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a scripted, emotionally driven film

• Deliver believable, grounded performances with subtle psychological depth

• Take direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity across multiple shoot days

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced set environment

Requirements

• Lorie (Female, 25–35): Brilliant, controlled, emotionally guarded; values logic; subtle, internally driven performance style

• Adam (Male, 25–35): Musician role; emotionally open but increasingly unstable; reacts to pressure with paranoia and defensiveness; emotionally demanding material

• Strong on-camera acting skills and comfort with dramatic, character-based storytelling

• Must be able to work in Houston, TX (local hire preferred)

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• Paid non-union lead roles (rate shared upon selection)

Background Actors for Feature Film

Job Description
A low-budget feature film is casting background actors and extras for upcoming shoot days in the Houston and Sugar Land, TX areas. This paid extra job is looking for dependable talent with full-day availability who can portray high school students in school-day scenes and a Halloween party sequence. If you’re reliable, comfortable working indoors and outdoors, and can provide your own wardrobe for the scene, this is a great background acting opportunity to build on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in high school and party scenes

• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity across takes

• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate wardrobe and any required props

• Remain available for the full shoot day with no schedule conflicts

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 15+

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be able to portray a high school student

• Full-day availability required (no time conflicts)

• Houston-area scenes: must have your own school-appropriate outfit; backpack and school props preferred

• Sugar Land-area scenes: must have your own Halloween costume

• Comfortable filming indoors and outdoors

Compensation

• $50 flat rate (paid)

Job Description

A production is seeking four (4) bald men in Houston to appear in a YouTube video with a popular content creator. Talent should be comfortable on camera, able to follow direction, and ready to participate in an in-person shoot. This is a paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in a YouTube video with a popular content creator.

• Follow on-set direction from the creator/production team.

• Engage naturally on camera (reactions, light interaction, and participation as needed).

• Arrive on time and be camera-ready for the scheduled shoot.

Requirements

• Seeking bald men (4 people total).

• Must be comfortable being filmed for YouTube and appearing on camera.

• Must be professional, reliable, and able to take direction.

• Must be available to work locally in Houston (in-person).

Compensation
Paid opportunity (exact rate and details provided upon selection).

Real Mothers and Newborn Babies for Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting real mothers and their babies for an upcoming shoot in Austin, Texas. This project is looking for authentic parent-and-baby pairs with a warm, natural presence on camera. Mothers of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply, and babies should be newborn to 6 months old. Both mother and baby are paid separately, making this a great commercial opportunity for families who are comfortable working in a professional production setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real mother with your baby in a commercial setting

• Follow simple direction from the production team during filming and fitting

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a professional set environment

• Ensure baby is comfortable and cared for throughout the session

Requirements

• Real mothers, all ethnicities, ages 25–45

• Babies, all ethnicities, newborn to 6 months

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

• Must be available for a fitting and shoot day as scheduled

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed in a commercial production

Compensation

• $1,500 per individual (session + usage)

• $75 fitting fee per individual

• Mother and baby are paid separately (not a combined rate)

Run Club Runners for Sports Brand Social Media Commercial

Job Description
A sports brand is casting real runners and run club members for a social media commercial campaign. The production is looking for men and women who run in groups and can bring authentic energy on camera—confident, natural movement, and the vibe of friends having a great time on a run. This is a non-union, paid commercial shoot for local Austin talent, with virtual callbacks.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a runner/run club member in lifestyle running scenes

• Run naturally and confidently while following simple on-set direction

• Interact authentically with other runners to create real run-club energy

• Maintain a professional, punctual, set-ready attitude throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 25–40

• Open to all ethnicities and body types

• Real runners preferred, especially those who run with a group or club

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

• Comfortable being filmed while running and moving continuously

• Available for virtual callbacks if selected

Compensation

• $400 per day per runner

• Non-union project

• Social media campaign usage (campaign runs approximately two weeks)