Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Background Actors for Indie Film “Dead Calm: The Movie”

Job Description
An indie film production is casting background actors for multiple scenes in an upcoming project filming in Texas. This is a great opportunity for talent of all ages to participate in dynamic scenes ranging from concert crowds to action-filled moments, contributing to a lively and realistic film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in various scenes including concerts, skate parks, and group settings
• Follow direction from the production team to maintain scene continuity
• Participate in interactive scenes such as crowd moments or action-based sequences
• Collaborate with cast and crew to create an authentic atmosphere
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set

Requirements

• Open to boys, men, and women depending on role
• Must be local to Austin or El Paso, Texas
• Comfortable participating in crowd scenes and interactive environments
• Some roles may require physical activity or specialty skills (e.g., skating)
• Must be reliable and have transportation
• Selected roles include:
  • Kids ages 11–15 for featured background
  • Adults 18–25 for concert crowd scenes
  • Women ages 20–40 for featured moments
  • Adults 20s–30s for action-based scenes
  • Young adults 18–25 for skate park scenes

Compensation

• $100 for 10 hours

Bartenders for Whisky Brand Commercial

Job Description
A major whisky brand commercial is casting bartenders with unique and stylish looks for an upcoming campaign. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who can bring personality, confidence, and authenticity to a bar setting while representing a premium lifestyle brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in a commercial setting
• Showcase natural charisma and confidence on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Create an authentic bar atmosphere through performance
• Collaborate with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Ages 25–30
• Must have a unique, stylish, or standout look
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Bartending experience is a plus
• Must be local and available for fittings and shoot dates
• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

Compensation

• $400 per shoot day
• $2,500 usage payment

Professional Woman 40–50 – Beer Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a polished and professional woman for a beer campaign filming in Austin, Texas. This role calls for a confident, composed presence with a warm and approachable undertone, ideal for portraying a modern professional character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional woman in a commercial setting
• Deliver natural, confident, and subtle on-camera performance
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Female, ages 40–50
• Open to any ethnicity
• Strong, polished appearance with confident demeanor
• Comfortable on camera
• Must be available for filming in Austin, TX

Compensation

• $500 session fee
• $3,000 guaranteed buyout
• $100 fitting fee
• Less 15% commission
• Travel covered if applicable ($500/day + per diem)

Real Family of 3 for Apartment Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a real family of three for a non-speaking apartment homes campaign filming in Austin, Texas. This project is looking for a mixed-presenting family with a warm, natural dynamic, including parents and a young child. Talent should be comfortable on camera and able to showcase genuine family interactions, especially in a home environment that may include working with dogs.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real family unit in a commercial shoot
• Portray natural, everyday family interactions on camera
• Follow direction while maintaining authentic chemistry
• Comfortably perform in a home setting, potentially with pets

Requirements

• Real family of 3: two parents (ages 30–45) and one child (ages 6–11)
• Any ethnicity, mixed-presenting families encouraged
• Comfortable around dogs
• Strong natural presence and on-camera comfort
• Must be local to Austin, TX

Compensation

• $1,000 total rate per family
• $500 fitting rate per family
• Non-union commercial opportunity

Individuals and Friend Groups for Beer Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting individuals and groups of friends for a major beer brand campaign filming in Austin, Texas. This project is looking for fun, outgoing, and authentic people who can naturally interact on camera in a relaxed social setting. The shoot will capture real moments of connection, laughter, and good times in a bar environment, focusing on genuine energy and personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot as part of a social group or individually
• Engage in natural, unscripted interactions with others on camera
• Create a relaxed, fun atmosphere that reflects real-life social settings
• Follow direction while maintaining authentic energy and expressions

Requirements

• Ages 25 and older
• Individuals or groups of friends welcome
• Comfortable in a social, bar-style environment
• Outgoing personality with natural on-camera presence
• Must be local to the Austin, TX area

Compensation

• $400 per person
• Approximate 4-hour shoot
• Paid commercial opportunity

Real Families for Tech Company Commercial

Job Description
A major tech company commercial is casting real families in Austin, Texas for an upcoming shoot. The production is seeking authentic family units, including two parents and one child, to bring a natural and relatable dynamic to the campaign. This is a high-paying opportunity for families looking to be featured in a professional commercial project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real family in a commercial production
• Interact naturally on camera in lifestyle-driven scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative team
• Attend a fitting and participate in the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Real families (2 parents and 1 child)
• Child must be between ages 4–7
• Must be local to Austin, TX
• Comfortable on camera and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $4,550 per person
• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional production experience

Background Actors Casting for SAG Bank Commercial

Job Description
A SAG commercial production is casting background actors for a bank commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are seeking both adults and children to appear in professional commercial scenes, offering a great opportunity to gain experience in a union project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a commercial production
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain natural and professional on-camera presence
• Participate in scheduled filming scenes

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–50s
• Kids ages 4–7
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must be available to work in Austin, Texas
• Ability to follow direction and work on a professional set

Compensation

• SAG commercial rate
• Opportunity to work on a union production
• Professional on-set experience

Professional Dancers for Commercial

Job Description
A major grocery brand commercial is casting professional dancers for an upcoming shoot in Austin, Texas. This is a great opportunity for experienced dancers to showcase their talent in a high-energy commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed or freestyle dance routines on camera
• Bring strong energy, rhythm, and stage presence to the shoot
• Follow direction from choreographers and production team
• Collaborate with other dancers and crew during filming

Requirements

• Professional dancers with strong performance experience
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Able to provide a dance reel or video sample
• Reliable, energetic, and able to take direction

Compensation

• Paid role (rate disclosed upon booking)

Men and Women for Pharmaceutical Print Shoot

Job Description
A pharmaceutical print campaign is casting men and women for a professional photoshoot in Austin, Texas. This project is seeking mature talent who can bring authenticity and relatability to a healthcare-focused campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a print photoshoot for a pharmaceutical campaign
• Pose naturally for lifestyle and healthcare-themed images
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Convey warmth, trust, and authenticity on camera

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 50–75
• Comfortable in front of the camera
• Able to take direction and work in a professional setting
• Available for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• $750 per shoot day
• $2,500–$3,000 usage fee (based on final image use)

Extras for Western-Themed Commercial Advertisement

Job Description
A commercial production is casting 20–30 extras in Austin, Texas for a western-themed advertisement. This is a great opportunity for individuals of all experience levels to be part of a fun, laid-back shoot. The production is looking for people who can naturally fit into a lively, authentic western-style setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a commercial advertisement
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Engage naturally in scenes to create an authentic environment
• Maintain energy and continuity throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Open to all ages, genders, and backgrounds
• No acting experience required
• Comfortable on camera and in a group setting
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Austin, Texas
• Available for a short daytime shoot

Compensation

• Food and refreshments provided on set
• Fun, casual on-set experience
• Opportunity to gain on-camera experience