El Paso Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Background Extras – Feature Film About Mattress Mack (Houston, TX)

Job Description
A new feature film celebrating the life and legacy of Houston icon Mattress Mack is now casting background extras. Filming will take place in Conroe, Houston, and surrounding areas, offering local talent the chance to be part of a project honoring one of the city’s most beloved figures. This is a great opportunity for those seeking on-set experience in a meaningful, community-centered production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in background scenes portraying real-life community environments

• Follow direction from the assistant director and on-set production team

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for a full day of filming

• Maintain professionalism and continuity between takes

Requirements

• Adults 18+, all ethnicities

• Kids of all ages also needed for select scenes (shoot dates TBD)

• Must be local to Houston or surrounding areas

• Open availability preferred between scheduled filming days

• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $125/day (standard 12-hour day)

Casting Call for Major Auto Maker Commercial in Austin, TX

Job Description:
A major auto maker is seeking talented female barrel racers for an exciting upcoming commercial filming in Austin, Texas. This project celebrates strength, skill, and the adventurous spirit of women who excel in the rodeo arena. If you’re passionate about barrel racing and ready to showcase your talent on screen, this is your chance to shine in a national campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional commercial shoot in Austin, TX

• Work with the production team to deliver authentic and energetic performances

• Be available for a fitting prior to the shoot

• Follow on-set direction and bring your unique rodeo experience to life

Requirements:

• Female barrel racers, ages 30–40

• Must be a local hire in Austin, TX

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Must be available for the fitting and shoot date

Compensation:

• $822.30 (SAG scale rate)

Casting Call for Major Auto Maker Commercial in Austin, TX

Job Description:
A major auto maker is seeking real moms and their kids for an upcoming commercial filming in Austin, Texas. This project highlights families who enjoy outdoor adventures together, especially those who share a love for mountain biking. If you and your child embody an active, energetic lifestyle, this is a fantastic opportunity to appear in a national campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional commercial shoot in Austin, TX

• Collaborate with the production team to capture authentic, natural moments

• Be available for a fitting before the shoot date

• Follow creative direction and bring enthusiasm to your performance

Requirements:

• Moms with kids who mountain bike (kids ages 8–11)

• Must be a local hire in Austin, TX

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Must be available for the scheduled fitting and shoot date

Compensation:

• $822.30 (SAG scale rate)

Parents with Kids (Age 4 & Under) for Feature Film

Description:
A feature film starring Cole Sprouse is seeking parents (men or women) with children aged 4 or under for a featured extra role. This is a great opportunity for families to appear on screen together in a non-union production filming in Austin, TX.

Responsibilities:

• Portray clinic patients alongside your child

• Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism

• Be available for the full shoot day

Requirements:

• Parents of children age 4 or under

• Open to all ethnicities

• Must be local to Austin, TX

• Non-union talent only

Compensation:

• $125/day per individual

Police Officer – PSA (Public Service Announcement)

Job Description
A Public Service Announcement (PSA) is seeking real current or former police officers to appear in an upcoming project. No prior acting experience is necessary — this is a great opportunity for law enforcement professionals interested in being part of a meaningful on-screen project.

This PSA focuses on safety and awareness and requires authentic portrayals of law enforcement officers. Filming will take place in Austin, TX, and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for one day during the shoot window

• Deliver authentic, natural on-screen performance

• Follow direction and embody the role of a procedural, steady law enforcement officer

Requirements

• Male, 25–50 years old, any ethnicity

• Must be a current or former law enforcement officer

• Must be local to Austin, TX, or nearby areas

• Approachable, believable, and authentic demeanor

• No gloss or dramatization — steady, procedural, and grounded performance

• Comfortable with self-taping and virtual callbacks

Compensation

• $800 per session

• Additional usage fee of $3,500 (paid only if featured in final spots)

Casting Call for Authentic Santa Performers

Job Description
A major tool retailer is seeking talented actors to portray Santa Claus in an upcoming holiday commercial. Candidates must have a real beard, a build and age consistent with the classic Santa image, and hands-on experience using automotive tools. This is a great opportunity for performers who can bring festive energy and authenticity to screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Santa Claus authentically during the commercial shoot

• Use automotive tools naturally on camera

• Participate in fittings and follow production direction

• Deliver a warm and cheerful holiday presence

Requirements

• Real beard required

• Physique and age consistent with a traditional Santa look

• Experience with automotive tools

• Must be available for fitting and shoot dates

• Open to local and non-local talent (travel support provided for non-locals)

Compensation

• $522.30 for the shoot (SAG scale)

McLaren F1 Fans for On-Camera Interview Series

Job Description
A brand activation project is seeking passionate McLaren F1 fans for an on-camera interview celebrating the spirit of racing. This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated supporters of the McLaren team and drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to share their story and showcase how their fandom inspires their daily life.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera interview discussing your passion for McLaren F1

• Share personal experiences and stories about your love for the team and drivers

• Represent genuine enthusiasm and authenticity on camera

Requirements

• Must be a true fan of McLaren F1, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri

• Ages 18 and older

• Must live in the United States and be eligible to work in the U.S.

• Native Spanish speakers fluent in English preferred

• Must be willing to travel to Austin, TX for the interview

• Subject to background check

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Boys Ages 8–Teens for Print and Broadcast Opportunities

Job Description
A major talent search is underway for boys ages 8 through their teen years for upcoming print and broadcast projects. This is an exciting opportunity for young performers to gain experience in modeling and commercial work while building their professional portfolios.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in print and broadcast campaigns

• Follow creative direction during photoshoots and filming

• Represent family-friendly brands with confidence and personality

Requirements

• Boys ages 8 to teens

• Must live in the DFW Metroplex area

Compensation

• Paid opportunities (rates vary per project)

Healthcare Commercial Casting Real Fiddle Player

Job Description
A healthcare commercial filming in Texas is casting a real fiddle player to portray a patient. This role is open to male or female talent who can authentically play the fiddle on camera. The production seeks individuals with strong presence, musical authenticity, and comfort performing in front of the camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a patient character in a healthcare commercial

• Play the fiddle authentically and comfortably on camera

• Follow direction from the production team to deliver natural and engaging performances

• Attend callbacks, fittings, and scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 40s–60s

• Any ethnicity welcome

• Must be a real fiddle player

• Local hire in Dallas, TX only (no travel covered)

• Professional, reliable, and comfortable on set

Compensation

• $950 per session

• Additional $1,000–$2,500 per session depending on usage

• 20% agency fee (if applicable)

• Non-union paid commercial opportunity

Casting Call for Short Film “The Thing That Should Not Be”

Job Description
A short film is now casting actors for an emotionally intense story about two estranged sisters searching for their alcoholic father, only to uncover dark mysteries beyond human understanding. This project explores family bonds, trauma, and the cosmic unknown. Must be local to Austin, TX or able to work as a local.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth and authenticity to complex, emotionally-driven characters

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story to life on screen

• Participate in rehearsals and filming sessions within scheduled dates

• Deliver strong, nuanced performances across dramatic and suspenseful scenes

Requirements

• Ashley: Female, 21–25. Compassionate, loyal, emotionally driven, somewhat naïve but fiercely determined. Holds on to hope against all odds.

• Sydney: Female, 31–35. Hardened, guarded, deeply resentful. Protective of her family while carrying her father’s toxic legacy.

• John: Male, 31–40. Quiet, rational, and supportive. Level-headed, gentle yet firm.

• Richard: Male, 55–60. Broken, guilt-ridden, quietly desperate. Curious to a fault, possibly delusional or spiritually compromised. Believes his salvation may truly be damnation.

• Must be based in Austin or willing to work as a local.

Compensation

• Paid non-union project

• Shooting scheduled for November 14–17

• Professional experience and exposure through a dramatic short film production