Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Actors for Live Script Reading at Austin Film Festival

Job Description:
Ashley Guaragna Casting is seeking talented actors to participate in a live script reading of a horror script at ColdTowne Theater. This is an exciting opportunity to bring characters to life in front of an audience, with writers and directors present. A mandatory rehearsal with the creative team will be held before the live reading.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform a live reading of assigned character roles in front of an audience.
• Collaborate with writers and directors during the rehearsal to bring authenticity to the script.
• Engage the audience with a strong, dynamic performance.

Requirements:

• Actors of various ages to fill the following roles:
  • Rosie (30s, Latina): A nanny in nursing school and mother of a seven-year-old daughter.
  • Lupita (7, Latina): Adorable and innocent.
  • Julie (Mid 40s): Put-together but emotionally chaotic.
  • Ted (Mid 40s): Living out a midlife crisis.
  • Sophie (14): Teenager with dyed hair rebelling against her parents.
  • TJ (10): Annoying younger brother.
  • Aunt Cheryl (60s–80s): Quirky and kind antique shop owner.
  • Cliff (Early 40s): Sleazy brother to Ted.
  • Jill (Late 30s): Sultry and confident wife of Cliff.
• Strong reading and performance skills.
• Availability for both the rehearsal and the live reading.

Compensation Details:

• Actors will receive Austin Film Festival badges or film passes based on the number of live readings they complete:
  • 1 reading = 1 free Film Pass.
  • 2 readings = 1 free Lone Star Badge.
  • 3 readings = 1 free Weekend Badge.
  • 4 readings = 1 free Conference Badge.
  • 5 readings = 1 free Producers Badge.
• Participation will also qualify actors for a Film Pass to AFF 2025.

Stand-Ins for Untitled Linklater Project in Austin, TX

Job Description:
Vicky Boone Casting is seeking stand-ins for the untitled Linklater project filming in Austin, Texas. Stand-ins will work in place of principal actors to help the camera and lighting crews prepare setups during filming. This role requires patience, attention to detail, and a good attitude.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand in for principal actors to assist with lighting and camera setups.
• Follow the direction of the production team to ensure accurate blocking and positioning.
• Maintain availability and readiness throughout scheduled filming days.

Requirements:

• Must meet the physical descriptions and height/weight requirements of the roles:
  • Male SI 1: 5’11”, 165 lbs, brownish hair, Caucasian, ages 25–40.
  • Male SI 2: 5’5″, 170 lbs, bald, African American, ages 40–60.
  • Male SI 3: 5’9″, 150 lbs, dark blonde/light brown hair, Caucasian, ages 25–40.
  • Female SI 1: 5’4″, 175 lbs, dark hair, Caucasian, ages 25–40.
  • Female SI 2: 5’4″, 110 lbs, blonde, Caucasian, ages 25–40.
• Must be available for all scheduled workdays.
• Professional attitude and ability to take direction on set.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $150/day.

Casting Real Families for National Commercial in Austin, TX

Job Description:
Sarah Dowling Casting is seeking real families to appear in a national commercial for a major internet and cable provider. Families with 3–5 members, including kids, parents, grandparents, and tweens, are encouraged to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to represent authentic family dynamics in a high-profile project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a family in a professionally produced national commercial.
• Showcase natural interactions and expressions as directed by the production team.
• Collaborate with the director to achieve a compelling and authentic portrayal.
• Complete a self-taped audition from home prior to selection.

Requirements:

• Families of 3–5 members, including kids aged 2–10, tweens, parents, and/or grandparents.
• All looks, body types, and ethnicities are welcome.
• Must be local to the Austin, TX area (local hire only).
• Ability to provide a group photo or individual photos of all family members when submitting.

Compensation:

• Adults: $500 session fee/day + $1,500 usage (+20% for agency representation).
• Minors: $350 session fee/day + $1,250 usage (+20% for agency representation).

Casting Real Allstate Auto Insurance Customers in Austin, TX

Job Description:
We are seeking genuine Allstate Auto Insurance customers in the Austin, TX area for a fun and authentic campaign. This project will feature you in a mini-documentary where you’ll share your personal experiences with Allstate, showcasing how their services have benefited you. The campaign aims to highlight feel-good, real-life stories about Allstate customers.

Responsibilities:

• Share your personal story about switching to or using Allstate Auto Insurance, including how it has helped save money or simplified your insurance needs.
• Participate in an on-camera interview and filming session in your home or nearby location.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure an authentic and engaging portrayal of your experience.

Requirements:

• Must be a current Allstate Auto Insurance customer.
• Reside in the Austin, TX area.
• Comfortable sharing your story on camera and being filmed in a documentary-style production.

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid opportunity. Rates and additional details will be provided upon selection.

Background Actors Needed for Linklater Project

Job Description:

Vicky Boone Casting is seeking background actors to portray New York piano bar patrons for an upcoming project by acclaimed director Richard Linklater. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a 1960s-themed production set in a stylish and lively atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray New York piano bar patrons authentically, adhering to the production’s 1960s aesthetic.
• Wear wardrobe provided during fittings to align with the era’s style.
• Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism during filming.

Requirements:

• Men and women, aged 25-60, of any ethnicity.
• No visible tattoos.
• Must be available for wardrobe fittings in Austin, TX, between December 9-13.
• Comfortable working in Austin, TX, as a local hire.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional demeanor on set.

Compensation:

• Rate: $11/hour with a guaranteed minimum of 8 hours per day ($88/day).
• Overtime: Paid after 8 hours.

Casting US Cellular Customers for National Commercial

Job Description:

We are casting current US Cellular customers for an upcoming commercial filming in Austin, TX. This is a great opportunity for individuals to represent a major telecommunications brand in a professional production setting. All travel and accommodations will be provided, and participants will be compensated at SAG scale rates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a commercial shoot highlighting real US Cellular customers.
• Follow direction on set to ensure a smooth and successful production.
• Represent the brand in a positive and authentic manner.

Requirements:

• Men and women, aged 18 and older.
• All ethnicities welcome.
• Must be a current US Cellular customer (verification will be conducted).
• Comfortable appearing on camera and following on-set instructions.

Compensation:

• Paid role at SAG scale rates.
• All travel and accommodations will be provided by production.

Latina Breastfeeding Moms & Pregnant Women Needed for WIC Commercial

Job Description:
Burton Casting is seeking Latina breastfeeding mothers with newborns and Latina pregnant women for an upcoming WIC commercial. This is an excellent opportunity to share your unique motherhood journey while helping promote an important health initiative. The shoot will take place in Austin, TX.

Job Responsibilities:

• Breastfeeding Moms: Participate in on-camera scenes with your baby (newborns up to 6 months old).
• Pregnant Women: Be featured in scenes that celebrate the beauty of pregnancy (must be visibly pregnant).
• Follow production instructions and work closely with the creative team.

Requirements:

• Breastfeeding Moms: Must have a newborn between “just born” and 6 months old and currently breastfeeding.
• Pregnant Women: Must be between 5–9 months pregnant and visibly showing.
• Must be available to shoot in Austin, TX.

Compensation Details:

• $1,800 for pregnant moms.
• $1,800 for breastfeeding moms and baby pairs.

Casting Call: Male Talent for Just For Men Commercial in Austin, TX

Job Description:
Vicky Boone Casting is seeking men aged 25-30 with diverse looks and beard styles for a Just For Men commercial. This role involves portraying a football player, and candidates should be comfortable performing athletic movements in football gear. Previous football or athletic experience is a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a football player in commercial scenes.
• Wear football gear and execute basic athletic movements as directed.
• Participate in a beard trimming session, if required.
• Follow the production team’s instructions to deliver a natural and engaging performance.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 25-30.
• Comfortable moving like a football player in full football gear.
• Must be available for full shoot days within the specified shooting window.
• Able to work as a local hire in Austin, TX (no travel reimbursement provided).
• Professional attitude and punctuality required.

Compensation:

• Session Fee: $500.
• Usage Fee: $2,000 (usage includes the commercial).
• Additional Fee: $250 for full trim and beard trimming day, if applicable.

Casting Call for Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery Patients – Commercial Project

Job Description:

LLCP is seeking men and women aged 18-60, based in the Southeast, who have undergone robotic-assisted bariatric surgery. Selected individuals will share their personal weight loss journey and how life has improved since the surgery in a commercial for a robotic surgery system. Filming will take place in familiar locations, showcasing participants engaging in their favorite hobbies and spending time with friends and loved ones.

Job Responsibilities:

• Share your weight loss story and personal experiences on camera.
• Participate in on-camera activities with family and friends that highlight your lifestyle changes post-surgery.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure authentic and compelling storytelling.

Requirements:

• Men and women aged 18-60 who have undergone robotic-assisted bariatric surgery.
• Must be based in the Southeast region.
• Comfortable sharing personal experiences and appearing on camera in a commercial setting.
• Family and friends who are willing to appear on camera are encouraged.

Compensation:

• $500 for a 10-hour shoot day.
• $250 for tech scout/rehearsal (if filming in your home).
• $2,000 for 1-year usage (North America TV, cable, and digital).
• Option to renew usage for an additional year at the same rate + 10%.
• Family and friends appearing in the project will receive $400.

Casting Call for Football Man (Hero) – Just For Men Commercial

Job Description:

Vicky Boone Casting is seeking a non-union, ethnically ambiguous male actor aged 25-40 for a featured role in a Just For Men commercial. The role requires someone with a full beard and football skills, comfortable performing in football gear. The project will be shot locally in Austin, TX, and the actor must be able to portray athleticism and confidence akin to professional or college football players.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in a commercial as a football-playing hero, demonstrating athletic movement and confidence in football gear.
• Maintain a well-groomed full beard throughout the duration of the project.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver a strong, on-camera presence.
• Follow all on-set guidelines and remain available for two full shoot days.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 25-40, ethnically ambiguous.
• Must have a full beard and be comfortable maintaining it (no trimming except as directed).
• Comfortable performing in football gear with an understanding of football movements.
• Prior experience playing football (college or pro-level experience preferred).
• Must be local to Austin, TX (no travel reimbursement provided).

Compensation:

• $500 per session.
• $3,000 flat fee for usage.
• $250 flat rate for fitting and beard trimming day.