El Paso Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Male Golfers for Principal Commercial Role

Job Description
An Academy Sports + Outdoors social media campaign is now casting male golfers for principal roles in Austin, Texas. This paid commercial opportunity is seeking confident men with real golf experience or a strong, natural golf swing.

Production is looking for men ages 25–50 of all ethnicities who can authentically portray skilled golfers on camera. This is a principal role in a non-union campaign and offers strong compensation for selected talent.

Filming will take place in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. Talent must work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a golfer in a principal commercial role

• Demonstrate an authentic and confident golf swing

• Follow direction from the commercial production team

• Attend fitting if required

• Be available for 1–2 shoot days within the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Male, ages 25–50

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Real golf experience or strong golf swing required

• Must be local to Austin, TX

• Available during scheduled shoot dates

• Professional and comfortable on camera

Compensation

• $500 per day

• $50 per hour for fitting (if applicable)

Real Latino Families for Academy Sports + Outdoors Commercial

Job Description
A social media commercial campaign for Academy Sports + Outdoors is now casting real Latino families in Austin, Texas. This paid background opportunity is seeking authentic families who love the outdoors and enjoy spending active time together.

Production is looking for Latino families with children ages 4–16 and parents ages 25–50. Families should feel comfortable swimming and participating in outdoor activities such as biking and riding scooters. This campaign will highlight real family connections and active lifestyles in a fun, natural setting.

Filming will take place in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. Talent must be local to Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real family in a social media commercial

• Participate in outdoor activities such as swimming, biking, or scooter riding

• Follow direction from the production team

• Attend a fitting if requested

• Be available for one to two shoot days within the production window

Requirements

• Real Latino families (parents 25–50, children 4–16)

• Comfortable swimming and being active outdoors

• Comfortable riding bikes or scooters

• Must be local to Austin, TX

• Available during scheduled shoot dates

• Professional and reliable

Compensation

• $250 per day per family member

• $50 per hour for fitting (if applicable)

Real Families for Academy Sports + Outdoors Commercial

Job Description
A new Academy Sports + Outdoors commercial is now casting real families for paid background roles in Austin, Texas. This non-union commercial project is part of a social media campaign and is seeking outdoors-loving families who enjoy active lifestyles.

Casting directors are looking for authentic families of all ethnicities with children ages 4–16 and parents ages 25–50. Families should feel comfortable participating in outdoor activities such as swimming, biking, fishing, and riding scooters. This is a great opportunity for families to appear together in a professional commercial campaign while earning competitive pay.

Filming will take place in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. Talent must be local to Austin.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real family enjoying outdoor activities on camera

• Participate in activities such as swimming, biking, fishing, or scooter riding

• Follow direction from the commercial production team

• Attend a fitting if requested

• Be available for one to two shoot days within the scheduled production window

Requirements

• Real families (parents 25–50, children 4–16)

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must love outdoor activities and feel comfortable on camera

• Comfortable swimming and wearing swimsuits (if applicable)

• Comfortable riding bikes or scooters

• Must be local to Austin, TX

• Flexible availability during the production window

Compensation

• $250 per day per family member

• $50 per hour for fitting (if applicable)

Waiting Room Background Actor

Job Description
A non-union production in Austin, Texas is seeking men and women for waiting room background roles. Casting directors are looking for talent of all ethnicities, ages 21 and older, and all body types to help create a realistic environment.

This paid background acting job is perfect for those looking to gain experience on a professional set while portraying everyday characters in a natural setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a waiting room patron in a background scene

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors

• Remain engaged and consistent during multiple takes

• Help create an authentic and natural environment

Requirements

• Male or female, age 21+

• All ethnicities and body types encouraged to apply

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Professional, punctual, and comfortable on set

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Repair Tech – Background Actor

Job Description
A production filming in Austin, Texas is now casting a repair technician for a paid non-union background role. Casting directors are seeking talent ages 25–45 with a friendly, trustworthy look. Prior auto technician or mechanical experience is highly encouraged to bring realism to the role.

This is a strong opportunity for actors with hands-on experience who want to appear authentic in a technical setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a repair technician in a background scene

• Handle tools or perform light mechanical actions as directed

• Follow production instructions during filming

• Maintain a professional and approachable on-screen presence

Requirements

• Ages 25–45

• All ethnicities welcome

• Auto technician or mechanical experience encouraged

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Professional, reliable, and able to take direction

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Male Jogger – Background Actor

Job Description
A non-union production in Austin, Texas is seeking a male jogger for a paid background acting role. Casting directors are looking for a fit, athletic type who can naturally portray a regular runner in an outdoor scene. All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.

Talent with real jogging experience are strongly preferred to ensure authenticity on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a jogger in an outdoor background scene

• Perform light jogging during takes as directed

• Follow all on-set instructions from the production team

• Maintain energy and consistency across multiple takes

Requirements

• Male, ages 20–45

• Fit or athletic build

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Comfortable jogging repeatedly during filming

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Woman Pushing a Baby Stroller – Background Actor

Job Description
A production filming in Austin, Texas is now casting a woman to portray a mom pushing a baby stroller for a non-union background role. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent with a natural, everyday look who can authentically portray a parent in a casual setting. All ethnicities and body types are encouraged to apply.

This is a great chance for actors looking to build on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mother pushing a baby stroller in a background scene

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Arrive camera-ready with appropriate wardrobe options if requested

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Female, ages 22–45

• All ethnicities and body types welcome

• Must be local to or able to work in Austin, TX

• Reliable and comfortable working on set

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Job Description

A UTA graduate thesis science-fiction short film titled “Flamingo Experiment” is now casting multiple roles for an upcoming production in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Directed by Cane Wilson, this character-driven sci-fi drama explores themes of grief, paranoia, and family conflict following the death of a grandfather and the unraveling belief in an alien conspiracy.

The production is seeking committed actors ready to bring emotional depth and intensity to complex roles in this independent student film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in a sci-fi short film

• Deliver emotionally grounded and compelling performances

• Collaborate with the director and production team

• Participate in scheduled filming days in the DFW/Midlothian area

Roles Available

Dirk Dallas – Male, late 20s–30s, Caucasian, muscular build

• Physical presence of a wrestler

• Emotionally exhausted, tough exterior

• Carries deep guilt over leaving his younger brother

• Compensation: $50 per day (4 days)

Charles (Father) – Male, 40s–50s, Caucasian

• Paranoid, disheveled, intense personality

• Lives isolated and believes in alien infiltration

• Compensation: $50 per day (1 day)

Sheriff Bridges – Any gender, 35+, any race

• Local law enforcement, practical and indifferent

• Brief, grounded role

• Compensation: Unpaid (1 day)

Paul – Male, 20s–30s, any race, muscular frame

• Fellow wrestler with cocky, biting humor

• One-scene role

• Compensation: Unpaid (1 day)

Requirements

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Ability to portray emotionally intense and character-driven scenes

• Must be able to work in the Dallas–Fort Worth area

Compensation Details

• Paid roles: $50 per day (varies by role and number of days)

• Select supporting roles are unpaid (1-day commitment)

Job Description

A paid non-SAG production is seeking a Hispanic or mixed-ethnicity female actor to portray the role of Olivia, a disciplined, tactical, military-trained character with strong emotional depth. The project requires a resilient and commanding on-screen presence with natural intensity and strong physicality.

This role calls for an athletic performer capable of convincingly embodying a highly trained combat and survival specialist with layered emotional complexity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Olivia, a tactical, military-trained character

• Deliver a commanding and emotionally grounded performance

• Perform physically demanding scenes as required

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Female talent

• Hispanic or mixed ethnicity

• Late 20s to mid-30s

• Fit / athletic build

• Strong military presence and physicality

• Must convincingly portray a disciplined tactical character

• Strong emotional range required

• Non-SAG only

• Must be local to Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW), Texas

Compensation Details

• $150 (Non-SAG)

• Paid role

• Two-day shoot

Brand Ambassadors for SXSW Event

Job Description
A major brand is hiring brand ambassadors for SXSW in Austin, Texas. This event staffing opportunity is open to Austin-based talent with prior brand ambassador experience who are ready to represent a company at one of the largest festivals in the country.

Casting directors are looking for outgoing, professional, and reliable promotional models and event staff who can confidently engage with attendees, represent the brand, and create positive guest experiences. This is a great opportunity for experienced brand ambassadors seeking paid event work during SXSW.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the brand professionally at SXSW in Austin
• Engage with festival attendees and promote brand messaging
• Assist with event setup, activation support, and guest interaction
• Maintain high energy and a friendly, approachable attitude
• Follow direction from the onsite event manager

Requirements

• Must be local to Austin, Texas
• Prior brand ambassador (BA) experience required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Available for the full SXSW event dates

Compensation

• Paid brand ambassador opportunity
• Work at a high-profile SXSW event
• Gain experience with a major brand activation