Michael Druck Casting

Commercial Background Actors

Job Description
A rush commercial project is seeking background actors for an adult beverage commercial filming in Austin, Texas. This is a paid opportunity for talent who can bring natural, social energy to a lifestyle-focused commercial environment. The production is looking for relatable, camera-comfortable individuals to help create an authentic on-screen atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in a commercial setting

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout filming

• Be available and flexible for a full shoot day

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25–30

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be 25+ with valid ID for age verification

• Comfortable on camera in a commercial environment

• Must be local to the Austin, TX area and available for the full day

Compensation

• $300 flat rate

• Up to 12-hour shoot day

• Paid commercial background credit

SAG Background Actors for National Car Commercial

Job Description
A national car commercial is casting SAG background actors for an upcoming shoot. This project is seeking a wide range of performers to appear in professional, non-speaking commercial scenes. Talent will help create realistic, everyday moments that support the visual storytelling of a major automotive campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a national car commercial

• Follow direction from the director and assistant directors

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Be available for scheduled filming days

Requirements

• SAG-AFTRA members only

• Men and women ages 18–60

• Open to all ethnicities

• Comfortable working as non-speaking background talent

Compensation

• SAG background rate

• Paid union commercial role

• Professional on-set experience

Stand-Ins and Background Extras for Insurance Commercial

Job Description
A non-union insurance company commercial is casting stand-ins and background extras for a professional shoot. This production is seeking talent with athletic builds to support principal scenes, as well as additional background performers to help create realistic commercial settings. Filming will take place in Dallas, Texas, and local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for lighting and camera setup or appear as a background extra

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity, positioning, and professionalism on set

• Be available for fittings and scheduled filming times

Requirements

• Non-union performers only

• Must be local to Dallas, Texas

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Male Stand-In

    • Ages 18–40

    • Caucasian

    • Height between 6’3”–6’6”

    • Athletic build

    • Short brown hair

    • XL shirt size preferred

  • Female Stand-In

    • Ages 18–40

    • Caucasian

    • Height between 5’3”–5’5”

    • Athletic build

    • Long blonde hair

    • XS or S shirt size preferred

  • Background Extras

    • Men and women ages 18+

    • All ethnicities welcome

Compensation

• Stand-ins: $285 for 8 hours

• Background extras: $200 for 8 hours

• Paid non-union commercial roles