Families Needed for Hospital Commercial in Edinburg, TX

Project Overview

Seeking families with children for a commercial focused on authentic moments of care at Driscoll Children’s Hospital.

Roles

• Families with kids, including:
  • A mother with a 7-year-old child and husband
  • A single mother with a 9-year-old child and grandmother (70-75 years old)

  Note: Strong acting required, no dialogue.

Dates & Deadlines

• Shoot Location: Edinburg, TX
• Shoot Dates: April 15 or 16 (TBD)
• Local talent preferred from Edinburg, McAllen, San Antonio, Laredo, and Nuevo Laredo.

Compensation

• Rate: $400 (all-inclusive, no additional agency fees).
• Usage: In perpetuity buyout with unlimited usage across all media platforms, including broadcast, digital, and social media.

Self-Tape Instructions

• Framing: Medium shot (waist or chest up)
• Background: Neutral and well-lit
• Video Format: Landscape (horizontal)
• No music or filters

STEP 1 – SLATE
At the beginning of the video, please clearly state:

• Full Name (First and Last Name)
• Age
• Role you are applying for

Scenes:

1. Mother in a hospital with husband and 7-year-old child, waiting to see a doctor (no dialogue).
2. Single mother with 9-year-old child and grandmother, waiting to see a doctor (no dialogue).

Performance Tips:

• Use your eyes to convey concern—look around, shift your gaze, or glance at your child.
• Make small gestures to show concern, like gently scratching or touching your head.
• Show trust in the hospital with body language, such as taking a deep breath or offering a reassuring look to your child.