Austin Film Meet is casting teen extras ages 15 to 18 for a commercial production filming in the Houston area on January 21 or 22. Background performers in commercial production fill out scenes and establish the visual world of the spot, working under the direction of the first AD and set team to hit marks, maintain continuity, and keep energy consistent across multiple takes. This role suits young performers building their first on-set credits in commercial work, or teens with some background experience looking to add a paid union-adjacent day to their resume.
About the Role
Teen extras needed here are background performers on a commercial shoot, working within the AD department's day call structure on a professional set. Commercial background work runs differently from episodic television or feature film production, with tighter schedules and faster turnarounds between setups. Performers must be available all day on both January 21 and January 22, as the specific shoot day has not yet been confirmed at time of posting.
Key Responsibilities
Report to set and check in with the background holding PA at call time, which has not yet been released.
Take direction from the first or second AD on mark placement, movement, and background action during commercial production.
Maintain consistent wardrobe, hair, and physical positioning across takes to support continuity for the camera department.
Stay available in holding between setups, which is standard practice on commercial sets with variable daily schedules.
Work a full shoot day from first call through wrap, with no guaranteed early release.
Coordinate with a parent or guardian on set, as required for performers under 18 on commercial shoots in Texas.
What You Bring
Age 15 to 18, or older performers who read convincingly as that age range on camera.
Any ethnicity, any gender presentation, boys and girls are all being considered.
A Texas child actor work permit, or the ability to obtain one quickly if selected.
Reliable transportation to the Houston area shoot location.
Current headshot, full body photo, and resume or IMDb profile ready to submit.
Why This Role
Austin Film Meet is a casting resource with an established track record placing background performers on commercial productions across Texas. Teen extras on this commercial production will be paid $448 for the work day, processed through a payroll company, which is a standard professional rate for background work in the Texas commercial market. For young performers, a paid commercial credit with a legitimate payroll paper trail is a solid first entry point into professional on-set work.
Submit your materials now for the teen extras role with Austin Film Meet and get your availability confirmed before the January shoot dates arrive.
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