‘FINALLY, WE HAVE A REPUBLIC’ Supporting Role Casting Call

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity for actors to participate in an independent short film shooting in Toronto! We’re seeking background performers to bring authenticity to a college classroom scene. This is a great chance to gain on-set experience and add to your reel.

Roles Available:

• Background Actors (College Students)

  • Age: 17-25 years old

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Will populate classroom scenes

• College Professor

  • Age: 30+ years old

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Professional academic presence

Production Details:

• Project Type: Independent short film (2 minutes runtime)

• Shoot Location: Toronto, ON (specific venue TBD)

• Tentative Shoot Dates: July 6 or 27, 2025

Compensation & Perks:

• Non-paid position

• Craft services provided on set

• Digital copy of final film for your portfolio

Job Description:
The indie romantic dramedy short film The Way We Love is casting for the male lead, Aditya. This heartfelt story dives into the lives of young adults navigating relationships, identity, and personal growth. The role offers a chance to play a charming yet layered character in a story filled with warmth and wit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Aditya, a creative and awkward final-year law student

• Bring nuance, sensitivity, and subtle humor to the performance

• Submit a self-tape audition by the given deadline

• Collaborate with a team focused on meaningful and diverse storytelling

Requirements:

• South Asian male actor

• Ages 18–24

• Must be capable of portraying thoughtful, witty, dreamer-type qualities

• Must be able to submit a self-tape audition

• Strong screen presence and emotional depth

Compensation:

• Details provided upon casting

• Independent short film project with strong character focus

Job Description:
An upcoming romantic dramedy short film titled The Way We Love is casting for its lead role. This heartfelt indie project explores the joy, chaos, and complexity of love, culture, and identity. The team is seeking a talented Black female actor to bring warmth, wit, and emotional depth to the story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Amara, a sharp, outspoken med student in her final year

• Deliver a nuanced and authentic performance

• Submit a self-tape audition by the stated deadline

• Collaborate with a passionate creative team focused on representation and storytelling

Requirements:

• Black female actor

• Ages 18–24

• Strong emotional and expressive range

• Must be able to submit a self-taped audition

• Interest in indie, character-driven film work

Compensation:

• Compensation details provided upon casting

• Great opportunity for portfolio development in a lead role

Job Description

The upcoming indie vampire film Miss American Vampire is casting the supporting role of Omri, a young Black boy between the ages of 11–14. This is a paid, non-union opportunity, open exclusively to Ontario-based talent. Omri plays a key supporting role alongside the film’s lead in this dark, emotionally driven supernatural story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Omri” with sincerity and dynamic presence

• Participate in scheduled filming days (8-hour days)

• Collaborate with the cast and director to enhance story depth

• Be punctual, prepared, and cooperative on set

Requirements

• Male, age 11–14

• Black

• Non-union

• Must be based in Ontario

• No prior experience required, but strong personality and presence preferred

Compensation

• $260 per filming day (based on an 8-hour day)

• Paid opportunity

• IMDb credit and screen time in a high-concept horror feature

Job Description
A new indie vampire feature is casting the lead role of River, a young Indigenous boy at the heart of a gripping supernatural story. The production is searching Canada-wide for non-union talent to bring this central character to life. This is a paid opportunity with a competitive day rate. The film blends coming-of-age themes with dark horror tones.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “River” with emotional authenticity and screen presence

• Participate in scheduled filming days (8-hour days)

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast in a genre-focused narrative

• Bring depth and sensitivity to the story’s lead role

Requirements

• Male, age range 11–14

• Indigenous

• Non-union talent only

• Must be based in Canada or able to work as a Canadian local hire

• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $300 per filming day (based on an 8-hour day) for the lead role

• All other roles: $260/day

• Paid production

• Great opportunity for early career exposure in a lead role

Teen Boy Actor (13 – 16) – Feature Film Open Call

Job Description
A new feature film is searching Canada-wide for a charismatic white male teen, playing age 13–16. No previous acting experience is required—directors want natural talent and a genuine on-screen presence. Parents or legal guardians must handle submissions, which will help shape a coming-of-age story set for nationwide release.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a relatable teen character in dramatic and lighthearted scenes

• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and on-set shoots as scheduled

• Take direction from the creative team to achieve authentic performances

• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic on long production days

Requirements

• Male, white, 13–16 years old (playing age)

• Resident of Canada (all provinces eligible)

• Available for shoots later this year (exact dates TBA)

• Acting résumé or reel welcome but not mandatory

Compensation

• Professional, industry-standard pay (details provided upon selection)

• Travel and accommodation covered if shooting outside home province

• Screen credit and opportunity to launch an on-camera career

Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.