Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
Peppermint Parkway is seeking talented and enthusiastic performers to bring holiday magic to life. Actors will portray festive characters including Santa, Buddy the Elf, princesses, and elves during this annual holiday event. Performers will interact with guests, create memorable experiences, and help spread holiday cheer throughout the season.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray holiday characters with energy and authenticity

• Interact with guests in character and create engaging experiences

• Perform during evening shifts with professionalism

• Maintain a positive and festive presence throughout the event

Requirements

• Evening availability required

• Must have reliable transportation

• Ability to stay in character while interacting with large crowds

• Prior performance or acting experience preferred

Compensation

• $50 per hour

• Wigs and costumes provided

• Opportunity to perform in a popular holiday event

Italian Content Creators for Skincare Campaign

Job Description
An exciting skincare campaign is seeking Italian creators to collaborate on a paid project. This opportunity includes free product delivery with no editing required—just provide raw video clips. One creator with a dog is also needed for a special feature.

Job Responsibilities

• Confidently present and speak on camera for engaging skincare content

• Film high-quality aesthetic product b-rolls

• Deliver raw, unedited footage consistently and on time

• Collaborate professionally while following campaign guidelines

Requirements

• Native Italian speakers preferred

• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills

• Ability to shoot clear, visually appealing product content

• Reliable delivery of raw footage within deadlines

• Portfolio required for consideration

Compensation

• Paid collaboration with free skincare products provided

• No editing responsibilities—raw clips only

• Professional exposure in an international campaign

Casting Call for Children and Adults with Disabilities

Job Description
Casting is now open for children and adults with disabilities to appear in a major commercial campaign. This project celebrates diversity and inclusion, highlighting real families and individuals. Local hire only in Austin, TX.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot showcasing authentic family moments

• Collaborate with production team during fittings and filming

• Represent inclusive and diverse talent on screen

Requirements

• Children or adults with disabilities

• Must be available for fitting and shoot dates

• Must be local to the Austin, TX area

Compensation

• $100 flat fitting fee

• $375 for babies under 2 years (on set up to 4 hours)

• $500 for kids ages 2–6 years (on set up to 6 hours)

• $750 for kids ages 7+ (on set up to 8 hours)

• $1,000 for adults/parents

• Additional $750 usage fee for talent featured in a TV piece

Casting Call for LGBTQ Families

Job Description
Casting is open for LGBTQ families with kids aged 3–9 years old to appear in a major commercial campaign. This project will highlight diverse, loving families in authentic, everyday moments. Local hire only in Austin, TX.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot showcasing family interactions

• Work closely with production team during fittings and filming

• Portray natural and authentic family moments on camera

Requirements

• LGBTQ families with children ages 3–9 years old

• Must be available for fitting and shoot dates

• Must be local to the Austin, TX area

Compensation

• $100 flat fitting fee

• $500 for kids ages 2–6 years (on set up to 6 hours)

• $750 for kids ages 7+ (on set up to 8 hours)

• $1,000 for parents

• Additional $750 usage fee for talent featured in a TV piece

Casting Call for Moms with Babies

Job Description
Casting is now open for moms with babies aged 3–12 months to appear in a major commercial project. This opportunity is for local hires in Austin, TX, with fittings scheduled prior to the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional commercial shoot with your baby

• Follow production team guidance during fitting and filming

• Represent authentic, family-oriented moments on camera

Requirements

• Moms with babies between 3–12 months old

• Must be available for fitting and shoot dates

• Local hire only (Austin, TX area)

Compensation

• $100 flat fitting fee

• $375 for babies under 2 years old (on set up to 4 hours)

• $500 for ages 2–6 years (on set up to 6 hours)

• $750 for ages 7 and up (on set up to 8 hours)

• $1,000 for parents

• Additional $750 usage fee for talent edited into a TV piece

Casting Call for Commercial Extras

Job Description
A major sporting goods retail store commercial is casting extras of all ages and backgrounds to appear in upcoming shoots. This is a great opportunity for kids, adults, and families to participate in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in commercial scenes

• Take direction from the production team on set

• Help create an authentic and relatable family and sports environment

Requirements

• Kids (all genders), ages 9–12, all ethnicities

• Adults, ages 30s–50s, all ethnicities

• Grandparents, ages 55–75, all ethnicities

• Real families, all ethnicities

• Hispanic dad comfortable playing basketball with family

Compensation

• $300 per day if booked

• Additional 15% agency fee if applicable

Background Actor Casting Call for Feature Film Elastic Hearts

Job Description
A feature film starring Cole Sprouse and Darby Lee-Stack is seeking background actors to appear in upcoming scenes. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience while working alongside a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in film scenes

• Follow on-set direction from the production staff

• Contribute to the authenticity of the film environment

Requirements

• Men and women, 18+

• All ethnicities

• Non-union talent only

• Most roles require just one day of work

Compensation

• $125/day (cash at wrap)

Casting Call for 80’s Period Piece Short Film

Job Description
A non-union short film set in the 1980s is casting principal roles for an upcoming shoot in the Austin area. The film, Neighbor, is a comedic project that highlights witty dialogue, dry humor, and strong timing.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver authentic performances that capture 1980s tone and style

• Perform comedic timing with confidence, especially in dialogue-heavy scenes

• Collaborate with the director and cast to create engaging on-screen chemistry

Requirements

• Bill: Male, 30–50 years old, strong comedic timing, comfortable with fast-paced dialogue and dry humor

• Sam: Male, 50–60 years old, skilled in subtle wit and dry comedic style

• Stacey: Female, 40–55 years old, great comedic timing with nuance and subtle humor

• Josh: Male, 13–18 years old, natural comedic instincts and ability to play dry humor

Compensation

• Rate: $250 per day, per role

Experienced Sampling Brand Ambassadors

Job Description
A promotional event is seeking experienced brand ambassadors to engage with the public and represent a sampling activation. Ambassadors will be responsible for promoting the brand, providing product samples, and creating a positive and memorable experience for attendees.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and approachability

• Distribute product samples and educate consumers about the brand

• Interact with the public to generate excitement and awareness

• Assist with event setup, execution, and breakdown as needed

• Maintain punctuality and reliability throughout the event

Requirements

• Must be 21+

• TABC certification required

• Upbeat, friendly, and outgoing personality

• Prior experience as a brand ambassador preferred

• Must have reliable transportation to and from event venues

• Must live within 45 minutes of Austin

• Punctual and dependable with a strong work ethic

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Job Description

An independent short film titled Free Will (thriller/drama, 10–12 minutes) is casting for a supporting lead role. The film follows two friends whose quiet poker night spirals into a deadly test of free will when a mysterious stranger with hidden motives arrives.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of Sam, a restless and volatile character with a mix of bravado and vulnerability.

• Deliver a wide emotional range including intimidation, panic, and raw emotional collapse.

• Perform staged physical actions (shoves, grabs) and handle a firearm prop safely under the supervision of a safety coordinator (no live weapons).

• Participate in night interior and dusk exterior shoots.

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authenticity to the story.

Role Needed

• Sam (Supporting Lead)

  • Male, 20s, Caucasian

  • Type: Lean, wiry, or tense energy; looks as though he’s been fighting uphill.

  • Essence: Restless, volatile, desperate—shifting from bravado to broken in a breath.

Requirements

• Must convincingly play high emotional intensity.

• Comfortable with staged physical action.

• Local hires preferred (Austin, TX).

• Submit headshot(s), résumé, reel or dramatic monologue (if available), and availability.

Compensation Details

• $75/day (non-union)

• Meals provided

• Travel/lodging not covered