Jump! 12-minute Animated Rotoscope Film Casting 14+ Actors - Austin, TX

Seeking Talent From: Texas (Austin)

Union Status: Non-Union

Pay: Lead: $750/day. Supporting Lead: $500/day. Supporting: $250/day. Minor Characters: $200-$250/day. Extras: $100/day

Posted: 9/25/2026 Updated: 10/8/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 10/19/2026

Jump! is an animated documentary with minimal on-screen dialogue. We are seeking actors whose physical appearance generally reflects the real individuals, supporting the storytelling and historical accuracy. The film is set in 1960 and so the appearance of actors must be believable for this time period.

Casting / Shoot Info

The film will be animated using a technique called rotoscope. Actors will be filmed as usual, and then animators draw over their forms during production. All actors must be able to convey emotion through subtle facial expression and physical performance. Actors must be based in or around Austin, Texas. Filming is scheduled for mid to late October 2026. The roles will be paid, all candidates considered, non-union preferred.

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Casting: By submission
Auditions & rehearsals: Early October 2026
Shoot Dates: Mid-to-late October 2026 (Approximately 2 filming days)
Location: Austin, TX

Attached Media: Script Reference

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DAVID MARTINEZ (Supporting Lead) |Male |Latinx |Age: 16–18 |Role Type: Principal

|Height: 2′0″ –

Latino male, 16–18 years old Role Type: Lead / Witness figure Voice Type: Earnest, steady, slightly cautious; thoughtful but not hesitant Line Load: Light–Moderate (a bit of on-screen interview style dialogue) Build/Presence: Small stature. Steadfast, cautious, controlled but not shy Character Function: David supports Joan, initiating a variety of direct actions.

Pay: $500/day (2 days )

JOAN MEANS |Female |African-American |Age: 17–18 |Role Type: Principal

|Height: 5′0″ – 5′5″

Role Type: Lead / Emotional Anchor. Voice Type: Calm, grounded, thoughtful; understated authority. Line Load: Light–Moderate (a bit of onscreen interview style dialogue). Skin tone: Black woman, “paper bag brown and gray eyes.” Build/Presence: Slender and petite. Under 5’5”. Composed, self-contained, observant, but controlled passion. Special Considerations: Requires jumping into a body of water and swimming confidently for an underwater sequence. Character Function: Joan is the origin point of action. She carries the majority of the story and its moral and emotional compass.

Pay: $750/day (3 days)

JANET MEANS |Female |African-American |Age: 15–16 |Role Type: Supporting

Black female, 15–16 years old (1960) Role Type: Supporting Role Voice Type: A bit feisty, but still respectful Line Load: Light–Moderate (a bit of onscreen interview-style dialogue) Build/Presence: Medium build/petite. Under 5’5”. Fun, and youthful, but not silly Special Considerations: Should be believable as Joan’s younger sister Character Function: Janet will appear on camera with Joan in the mock interviews.

Pay: $250/day (2 days)

HUNTER ELLINGER |Male |Caucasian |Age: 16–17 |Role Type: Supporting

White male, 16–17 years old (1960) Role Type: Supporting Voice Type: Gravely, nerdy Line Load: Light–Moderate (a bit of onscreen interview style dialogue) Skin tone: White Build/Presence: Tall and gangly with glasses, a nerd Character Function Hunter is a friend of David’s, a year younger than Joan.

Pay: $250/day (2 days)

DERIC BOWNDS |Male |Caucasian |Age: 17–18 |Role Type: Supporting

White male, 17-18 years old (1960) Role Type: Supporting Voice Type: A bit higher pitched, nerdy Line Load: Light–Moderate (a bit of onscreen interview style dialogue) Build/Presence: Medium/Slim, tidy Character Function: Deric is a friend of Joan’s, but he graduated a year ahead of her. He also supports Joan in her actions throughout the film.

Pay: $250/day (2 days)

Mother & Child |Male, Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 7–40 |Role Type: Extras

Mother & Child: Mother playing age 30+, able to convey concern and protectiveness. Child playing age 7–8, boy or girl, with a curious, innocent presence. NOTE: Talent under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s permission to apply and must have a parent or legal guardian on set/studio or event at all times.

Police Officer |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 30–50 |Role Type: Extras

Police Officer: Male, playing age 30–40+, with an intimidating presence.

Football Spectators |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 40–60 |Role Type: Extras

Football Spectators: Three adults, playing age 40–60, who can convincingly boo and give scowling or angry expressions. Male or female.

High School Teacher |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 40–70 |Role Type: Extras

High School Teacher: Playing age 40+. Someone who can deliver a convincing disapproving or reprimanding expression.

City Employee #2 |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–59 |Role Type: Extras

City Employee #2: Male, playing age around 50, mild-mannered, trim, tidy, and tall.

City Employee #1 |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–70 |Role Type: Extras

City Employee #1: Male, playing age 50–60+, wiry and weathered, who can shout authoritatively and intimidatingly at Barton Springs patrons.

City Councilmembers |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–60 |Role Type: Extras

City Councilmembers: Five men, playing age 50–60+, who can look bored, skeptical, and judgmental.

High School Principal |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–70 |Role Type: Extras

High School Principal: Playing age 50–60+. A large, imposing figure; possibly balding.

Barton Springs Patrons |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 50–70 |Role Type: Extras

Barton Springs Patrons: Male/female couple, playing age 50–60+, who can look convincingly annoyed and impatient while waiting in line to buy tickets.