Texas Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Utility Crew Job for Live Sports Broadcast

Job Description
A live sports broadcast production is hiring a Utility Crew member to assist with game-day technical operations. This role involves setting up, supporting, and breaking down production equipment to ensure a smooth live broadcast. Ideal for individuals with experience in TV production, live events, or technical operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and dismantling broadcast equipment
• Hold and position light panels for optimal production quality
• Secure and transport camera carts safely during the event
• Load and unload heavy equipment from broadcast trucks
• Lay out and retrieve broadcast cables
• Carry and transport camera batteries and other necessary production gear

Requirements

• Must live within 100 miles of the event location
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Basic understanding of TV production is required
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs of equipment
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience and industry standards

Utility Crew Job for Live Sports Broadcast

Job Description
A live sports broadcast production is seeking a Utility Crew member to assist Technical Operations with game-day setup, execution, and breakdown. This role is ideal for individuals with a background in TV production or live events who can handle physically demanding tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Support broadcast production with setup and strike operations
• Hold and adjust light panels for optimal coverage
• Follow and safeguard camera carts during movement
• Load and unload medium to heavy equipment from broadcast trucks
• Layout and retrieve broadcast cabling
• Carry and transport camera batteries as needed

Requirements

• Must live within 100 miles of the event site
• Must be 18 years or older with legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Basic knowledge of TV production is required
• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs of equipment
• Must be comfortable standing and walking for long periods

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience and industry standards

Casting Call: Commercial Extras – Insurance Provider (Austin, TX)

A great opportunity is available for non-union extras to appear in a commercial for an insurance provider filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are seeking adults (ages 25-60) of all ethnicities for background roles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a background extra in a professional commercial production
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain a natural presence
• Be available for the selected shoot date(s)

Requirements:

• Adults, ages 25-60
• All ethnicities welcome
• Must be local to Austin, TX, or able to self-report
• Reliable availability for scheduled filming dates

Compensation:

• Rate: $250 per day

Casting Call: High School Marching Bands & Youth Soccer Teams – Austin, TX

A fantastic opportunity is available for high school marching bands and youth soccer teams or individual players (ages 8-12) in Central Texas (Austin area) to participate in an upcoming project. This is a paid opportunity, and for marching bands, a donation can be made to the band organization in exchange for participation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in a professional production setting
• Represent school spirit and athleticism in a high-energy environment
• Follow the direction of the production team for choreography or game-like scenarios

Requirements:

• Seeking high school marching bands in Central Texas
• Open to youth soccer teams or individual players (ages 8-12)
• Participants must be local to Austin, TX, or surrounding areas

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (rate varies based on involvement)

Casting Call for Live SXSW Event – Metalhead Lookalikes

Job Description
A live SXSW event is seeking men with tattoos and/or mohawks to portray “metalheads” in an exciting music-themed production. This is a high-energy opportunity to be part of a major event and showcase your unique look in front of a live audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a “metalhead” in a live SXSW event.
• Follow direction from event organizers for crowd interaction and engagement.
• Maintain a confident, energetic presence throughout the event.

Requirements

• Male talent with tattoos and/or mohawks.
• Must be comfortable participating in a high-energy environment.
• Must be available for the scheduled event.

Compensation

• Pays $350 for 4 hours.
• Unique opportunity to be featured in a major music event.

Casting Call for Bridal Shoot – Models Wanted

Job Description
A professional bridal photoshoot is seeking two female models to showcase a bridal headpiece and veil collection. This is a fantastic opportunity for models to gain experience in a high-end fashion shoot while working with an experienced creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Model bridal headpieces and veils for a professional photoshoot.
• Work collaboratively with photographers and stylists to achieve the desired look.
• Follow direction to capture a variety of elegant and dynamic shots.
• Maintain a professional and polished presence throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Female models, ages 18-40.
• Hair must be past shoulder length.
• Height: 5’5” and up.
• Dress size: 6-8 (wedding gown fit).
• Waist: 26-28 inches, Bust: 33-35 inches.
• No large tattoos on the front or back of the shoulders.
• Must be comfortable with extended shoot hours.

Compensation

• $50 per hour.
• Professional portfolio-building opportunity with a high-end fashion shoot.

Casting Unique Austin Locals for Airline Commercial

Job Description
A major airline is looking for Austin residents with unique vocations, talents, and hobbies for an upcoming commercial. This is an opportunity to showcase the vibrant and diverse culture of Austin while representing real people in an authentic ad campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professionally filmed commercial
• Showcase your unique skill, trade, or hobby on camera
• Work with the production team to bring the campaign’s vision to life
• Be available for 1-2 shoot days as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be a resident of Austin, TX
• Open to individuals with unique vocations and hobbies, including:
  • Jazz musicians
  • Food & beverage professionals
  • Food truck owners
  • Motorcyclists
  • Collectors of any kind
  • Sommeliers
  • Coffee aficionados
  • Beekeepers
• Comfortable being filmed and sharing your passion on screen

Compensation

• $1,000 if selected
• Additional $4,000 if featured in the final ad
• Professional commercial exposure

Casting for Major Energy Brand Commercial

Job Description
A major energy brand is looking for people with cool and interesting looks for an upcoming commercial shoot. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure in a high-profile advertising campaign. Talent must be based in Austin, TX, or willing to work as a local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professionally filmed commercial for a major brand
• Follow direction from the production team for various scenes
• Bring personality and energy to the shoot
• Be available for all scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Open to all genders, ages 20-55
• Must have a unique, interesting, or standout look
• Must be a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel provided)
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

Compensation

• $600 per shoot
• $6,000 buyout fee
• Total compensation: $6,600 per person
• High-profile commercial exposure

Casting Call for Major Liquor Brand Commercial

Job Description
A major liquor brand is seeking individuals with cool and unique looks to feature in an upcoming commercial. This exciting opportunity offers a high-paying role for those who can bring personality and confidence on camera. The shoot will take place over multiple days, and selected talent will be compensated generously, including a buyout fee.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial for a major liquor brand
• Follow direction from the production team to capture high-quality visuals
• Exhibit confidence and an engaging presence on camera

Requirements

• Must be 25 years or older
• Looking for individuals with unique and standout looks
• Must be available for the full shoot schedule
• Local talent preferred

Compensation

• $5,550 total
  • $550 per shoot day
  • $3,500 buyout

Casting Identical Twins for a Michael’s Stores Commercial

Job Description
A commercial for Michael’s Stores is seeking adorable, outgoing identical twins (boys or girls) to participate in a fun birthday celebration scene. The selected twins will be featured in a playful cake-smashing moment. Additionally, the production may include the real mom’s hands in the scene to help bring in the cake (extra compensation provided).

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a birthday celebration scene for a commercial
• Interact naturally on camera while smashing a birthday cake
• Follow on-set direction to capture the best shots

Requirements

• Identical twins, 10-18 months old
• Outgoing, not shy, and comfortable on set
• Must be local to Dallas, TX (no travel provided)
• A parent or guardian must be present during filming

Compensation

• $650 per baby for a 10-hour session (includes fitting)
• $3,500 usage fee (dependent on final edit)
• Additional $300 for the mom’s hands if used in the scene