“The Squeaky Wheel” Open Casting Call

Chinese Actors for Web Series

Job Description
A non-union web series is casting Chinese actors for multiple principal roles in an upcoming character-driven project. This series explores themes of identity, ambition, love, and complex relationships, with a strong focus on LGBTQ+ positive storytelling. The production is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment for all cast members.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray principal characters in a scripted web series
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members
• Participate in scheduled filming and rehearsals
• Contribute to a positive and professional on-set atmosphere

Requirements

• Chinese actors
• Strong acting ability and on-camera presence
• Comfortable working on a character-driven, LGBTQ+ positive project
• Must be local to Toronto / GTA area
• Available for scheduled shoot dates

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (details provided upon selection)
• Work on a professionally produced web series
• Gain valuable on-screen experience

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking a female stand-in for an upcoming shoot. This role requires a reliable and detail-oriented performer who can closely match physical specifications and assist the production team in setting up lighting and camera shots.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for an অভিনেত during filming preparations

• Work closely with the crew for lighting and camera setups

• Maintain consistent positioning for technical rehearsals

• Follow direction from the production team

• Be available for all scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Female, Caucasian

• Ages 25–45

• Brunette preferred

• Height approximately 5’7”–5’8”

• Weight approximately 130 lbs

• Must be able to self-drive to location

• Must be available for all shoot days

• Comfortable working on set in a technical support role

Compensation

• $350 flat rate

• 12-hour shoot plus 1-hour lunch

• Overtime if applicable

• Subject to 15% agency commission

Inuit Men for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting Inuit men to appear as background actors in upcoming scenes for a scripted series filming in Iqaluit. Producers are seeking authentic local talent to help bring realistic northern community environments to life on screen. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience while representing local culture and community within a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in community-based scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain natural behavior and reactions on camera

• Arrive on set prepared and available for the full filming schedule

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Inuit men ages 20–40

• Must be local to Iqaluit

• Available for full-day and evening filming if selected

• Comfortable appearing in background roles for a television production

• Professional attitude and ability to follow production direction

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

• On-set experience working with a professional television production

• Opportunity to participate in a scripted television series

Job Description

A student production team is casting non-union actors for a crime drama pilot titled “Kash Withdrawn.” The project is being co-produced with students from Fanshawe and is scheduled to film over approximately seven shoot days between late March and early April.

The production plans to submit the pilot to networks such as Rogers, Bell, and CBC for potential development opportunities. While the project is a student production, it offers performers the chance to gain on-set experience, build their acting reel, and participate in a pilot that may evolve into a larger project.

The series follows seventeen-year-old Kash Martin, a high school student navigating a difficult home life. When friends pull him into a risky robbery, Kash is forced to confront the consequences of his choices as stolen money, a gun he doesn’t know how to use, and his own conscience push him toward a life-changing decision.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned acting roles in the student pilot “Kash Withdrawn”

• Participate in rehearsals, self-tape auditions, or live auditions as scheduled

• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming

• Deliver performances aligned with the tone of a crime drama and teen thriller

• Follow the filming schedule across the planned shoot days

Requirements

• Non-union actors

• Ability to submit a self-tape audition

• Availability for filming between late March and early April

• Ability to attend auditions via Zoom or in person if requested

• Interest in student film productions and collaborative storytelling

Compensation

• Unpaid student production

• Opportunity to gain experience and build an acting reel

• Potential exposure if the pilot is submitted for network development

Young Actors for New Comedy Series

Job Description
A new young adult camp comedy series is casting Canadian youth and comedic talent for upcoming roles in a television production filming in Ontario. The series follows a group of teenagers working at a struggling summer camp, where their chaotic decisions, questionable leadership, and unpredictable antics lead to outrageous situations and comedic misadventures. Casting directors are seeking energetic performers who can bring humor, personality, and authenticity to this fast-paced comedy series.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scenes for a scripted comedy television series

• Portray dynamic and comedic characters in a summer camp setting

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Deliver natural comedic timing and engaging performances on camera

Requirements

• Young actors ages 9–18

• Must be eligible to work in Canada

• Strong personality and comfort performing in comedic roles

• Ability to take direction and collaborate with cast and crew

• Open to diverse and inclusive casting across backgrounds

Compensation

• Paid television series opportunity (ACTRA IPA; buyout to be determined)

• Opportunity to appear in a major streaming or broadcast comedy series

• Potential recurring roles across multiple episodes

University Professors for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is casting actors to portray university professors in reshoot scenes filming in Toronto. The production is seeking performers who can convincingly portray academic professionals in an exterior campus setting. This opportunity is ideal for actors who can bring a professional and believable professor presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a university professor in campus scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a professional and academic appearance on camera

• Participate in exterior scenes set in a university environment

Requirements

• Female actor

• South Asian or Middle Eastern

• Ages 34–50

• Professional appearance suitable for a university professor role

• Comfortable performing in an outdoor campus setting

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)

Casting Call for Male Actors – 1950s Military Role

Job Description
A period production is now casting male actors to portray military recruits in a 1950s setting. The role requires authenticity, professionalism, and attention to historical detail, ideal for performers who can embody the disciplined and confident look of the era.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1950s military recruit with accurate posture, movement, and demeanor.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver realistic performances.

• Maintain readiness for an early call time and follow all on-set directions.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 18–35.

• Must be ACTRA or AABP eligible.

• Must fit wardrobe sizes: Jacket 44–46, Pants 34/36/38, Boot 12–13 (possibly 11).

• Must have short military-style hair.

• Submit a current selfie and full-length photo, along with name, age, union status, phone number, and complete sizes.

• Indicate if you have previously appeared in “Dreamland.”

Compensation

• Paid role at industry-standard rates.

Female Security Guard Role for Production “Vladimir”

Job Description
A production is seeking a female performer to portray a security guard in the upcoming project Vladimir. This role requires specific wardrobe sizing, and a shuttle will be available for transportation to the filming location in Brantford.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard in scripted scenes

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Follow direction from the production team to achieve a professional on-screen performance

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 30s–40s

• Height: 5’9

• Bust: 38–40

• Waist: 36–38

• Hip: 42

• Dress size: 12

• Pant size: 12/14

• Shoe size: 11

• Must be available for fitting in Mississauga and filming in Brantford

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Mikayla – Child Role in “The Bank Teller” (Mini-Series)

Job Description:
We are casting for the role of Mikayla, a significant child role in the mini-series, The Bank Teller. Mikayla is a young girl, aged between 8 to 10 years old, of African descent. This character is key to the storyline, and we are looking for a talented young actress who can bring authenticity, innocence, and emotional depth to the role. All applicants must be able to speak with a general American accent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Character Portrayal: Play Mikayla with charm and sincerity, reflecting the emotions and experiences of a young child in the story.
• Collaboration: Work well with the director, co-stars, and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Dialogue Delivery: Ensure lines are delivered naturally and with the required emotion, appropriate to the character’s age and situation.
• Adaptability: Be open to direction and capable of adjusting performance based on the director’s feedback.

Requirements:

• Experience: Open to ACTRA and ACTRA Apprentice members. Prior acting experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Accent: Must perform with a general American accent.
• Appearance: Female, Black, aged 8-10 years.
• Location: Quebec locals only (applicants must reside in or near Quebec as the shoot will take place in this area).
• Parental Consent: Since this is a child role, parental consent and presence on set are required for all shoot days.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per episode (ACTRA MIP).
• Episodes: 4-episode series.

Casting Call: Female Pool Shark Body Double for Eyewear Campaign

Job Description: We are casting a highly skilled female pool player to serve as a body double for an actress in an upcoming eyewear campaign. The selected candidate will perform in scenes that require advanced pool-playing skills, ensuring the shots appear seamless and professional. While this role involves a body double, the focus will be on skillful execution rather than recognizable features. The ideal candidate will closely match the height and complexion of our lead actress and be confident performing in a lively party atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the body double for the actress, executing advanced pool shots during the campaign shoot.
• Confidently handle a pool stick, align shots accurately, and execute them flawlessly in front of a crowd.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure the visual continuity between the actress and the body double.
• Maintain professionalism and follow directions to achieve the desired results for the campaign.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 25-40.
• Height: 5’8” to 5’10”.
• Medium brown complexion (please refer to the photo in the casting notice for reference).
• Must be a highly skilled pool player, capable of performing advanced shots with confidence.
• Comfortable performing in a dynamic environment surrounded by party onlookers.
• Experience in similar roles is a plus but not required.
• Must be available to shoot in Toronto.

Compensation:

• Pay: $3,000 if selected.
• This is a non-union campaign.