Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking children and adult background talent for an upcoming commercial shoot. Casting directors are looking for a diverse group of performers to appear in various scenes, with some personal vehicles potentially being selected for on-camera use.

Talent must be available for all scheduled filming days and be comfortable working on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a commercial production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days.
• Participate in scenes as assigned by the director and assistant directors.
• Remain available for the full production schedule if selected.

Requirements

Child Roles

• Boys and girls, ages 6–12.

Adult Roles

• Male and female talent, ages 18–60.

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days.
• Reliable and professional attitude.
• If you own a vehicle, please provide the make and model, as it may be selected for use in a scene.

Compensation Details

• $300 flat rate.
• Approximately 10-hour workday plus a 1-hour lunch break.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• Agency commission of 15% applies to booked talent.

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking female talent with swimming experience to portray members of a swim team. This is a continuity-based project requiring talent to be available for all scheduled filming days.

Casting directors are looking for confident swimmers who can authentically represent competitive or recreational swim team members on camera. Applicants with swimming footage are strongly encouraged to include it with their submission.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a swim team member in a commercial production.
• Participate in all scheduled filming days for continuity purposes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform swimming-related activities as required by the production.
• Arrive on set prepared and maintain continuity throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Female, ages 16–25.
• Must have swimming experience.
• Must be comfortable portraying a swim team member.
• Must be available for all production dates.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to self-drive to filming locations.
• Swimming footage is preferred and should be included if available.

Compensation Details

• $300 per day.
• Approximately 10-hour workday plus a 1-hour lunch break.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• Agency commission of 15% applies to booked talent.

Job Description

A dramatic short film titled When He Built a Table is seeking English-speaking actors for an upcoming independent production. Directed by Darion Jacobs, this character-driven project will be filmed in the Greater Montreal area and offers performers the opportunity to collaborate on a meaningful short-form film.

The production welcomes actors of all experience levels, making it an excellent opportunity for both emerging and experienced performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a scripted dramatic short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow creative direction and production requirements.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform in English.
• Prior acting experience is not required but is considered an asset.
• Open to both non-union performers and ACTRA members.
• Reliable and available for production dates.
• Strong interest in participating in an independent film project.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified by the production.
• Non-union project open to both union and non-union performers.
• Opportunity to gain experience and collaborate on an independent dramatic film.

Job Description

A student-produced pilot episode titled The Reservation is casting lead actors for a dark comedy and psychological drama project. Produced by film students at George Brown College, the standalone pilot serves as a proof of concept for a larger series featuring complex characters and ongoing storylines.

The story follows an engaged couple whose invitation to an exclusive hidden restaurant transforms an elegant evening into a tense and emotionally charged confrontation as secrets and buried tensions begin to surface.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a scripted pilot episode.
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and character-driven performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Attend rehearsals and scheduled production days as required.
• Help bring a psychologically layered and dramatic narrative to life.

Requirements

Mia (Lead)

• Female, late 20s.
• Ambitious, composed, and perceptive.
• Able to portray a character who maintains control while avoiding emotional conflict.
• Strong dramatic acting skills preferred.

Tom (Lead)

• Male, early to mid-30s.
• Sensitive and emotionally complex.
• Able to balance humor with vulnerability.
• Strong emotional range required.

Evelyn (Lead)

• Female, early to mid-30s.
• Warm yet subtly unsettling presence.
• Intelligent, observant, and calculated.
• Strong screen presence and character work required.

Submission Requirements

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Acting résumé
• Demo reel (if available)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Non-union student production.
• Meals provided.
• Valuable portfolio-building and on-set experience.

Job Description

A national commercial campaign is seeking confident, expressive individuals for an upcoming photo and video production focused on authentic representation of people with visible acne. Casting directors are looking for talent who can naturally engage with the camera and showcase genuine personality. The project welcomes diversity in race, gender, and appearance, including non-binary individuals.

The production is casting both principal roles and background talent for multiple creative concepts.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photo and video shoot for a commercial campaign.
• Portray authentic, confident, and relatable interactions on camera.
• Follow creative direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend the scheduled shoot and remain available for production dates as required.
• Submit requested photos and self-tape materials during the casting process.

Requirements

Principal Characters (4 Roles)

• Ages 18–35 (priority given to ages 18–25).
• Must have visible moderate to severe active acne.
• Comfortable appearing on camera with visible skin texture and acne.
• All skin tones, ethnicities, genders, and non-binary individuals encouraged to apply.
• Piercings, tattoos, and colored hair are welcome.
• Must have an upbeat, expressive, and naturally confident personality.

Extras (2 Roles)

• Ages 18–35.
• No acne requirement.
• Comfortable appearing in commercial lifestyle scenes.
• Must be able to take direction and interact naturally on camera.

Submission Requirements

• 2–3 clear photos showing visible acne close-ups, including forehead and cheeks.
• One current full-length photo.
• Self-tape/video introduction including:
  • Name, age, city of residence, occupation, and hobbies.
  • Natural movements and casual interactions.
  • Personality and attitude showcase.
  • Confident poses and smile.
  • Skateboarders are encouraged to demonstrate a kickflip or other skateboarding skills.

Compensation Details

• Principal Characters: $2,000 CAD
• Extras: $1,000 CAD

Senior Woman and Senior Male Musicians for Sandwich Campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial campaign is now casting senior talent for a sandwich brand advertisement filming in Toronto. Producers are seeking a senior woman with distinctive curly white, silver, or gray hair and senior male musicians with a strong, authentic presence. This campaign celebrates personality, character, and real-life charm, making it an excellent opportunity for older performers and musicians to appear in a professionally produced commercial project.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial campaign for a sandwich brand
• Participate in lifestyle and character-driven scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Interact naturally with other talent and featured elements on set
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Seeking a senior woman with naturally curly or styled white, silver, or gray hair
• Comfortable working with a poodle during filming
• No dog allergies and comfortable around animals
• Seeking senior male musicians with a strong character look
• Guitar-playing experience preferred but not required
• Long hair is a plus for musician roles
• Friends or musical partners are encouraged to apply together
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $3,675 CAD per selected talent
• Non-union commercial project
• Buyout includes all edits, versions, and usage covered by production
• Professional commercial production experience

Job Description

A union production is seeking an ACTRA Stand-In for an upcoming shoot in Toronto. The production is looking for a professional and reliable performer who closely matches the required physical specifications and is available for all scheduled filming days.

This opportunity is open to ACTRA members who meet the casting requirements and can commit to the full production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for principal talent during production.
• Assist the crew with lighting, camera setups, and scene preparation.
• Remain available on set throughout scheduled filming periods.
• Follow direction from production staff and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity and positioning during technical rehearsals and setup.
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled workdays.

Requirements

• ACTRA union member in good standing.
• Caucasian male.
• Age range: 40–60 years old.
• Approximately 6’3″ in height.
• Approximately 195–215 lbs.
• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days.
• Must provide union number with application.
• Must submit a full-body photo.
• Must include headshot, height, weight, and contact information with submission.

Compensation Details

• ACTRA Stand-In rate to scale.
• Agency commission of 15% plus HST applies.

Wheelchair User for Television Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking a wheelchair user for a recurring opportunity in an upcoming season filming in Pickering. Casting directors are looking for talented individuals interested in working throughout the production period and contributing to an engaging television project. This is a great opportunity for performers seeking consistent on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recurring character or featured role in a television series
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Participate in scheduled filming dates throughout the season
• Maintain professionalism and reliability on set
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Must be a wheelchair user
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and available throughout the production schedule
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Able to follow production direction and schedules

Compensation

• $45.00 per hour
• Recurring opportunity throughout the season
• Professional television production experience

SSE Certified Paramedic

Job Description

A production is seeking a certified SSE Paramedic for an upcoming project in Etobicoke. This opportunity is ideal for qualified medical professionals with active industry certifications who are interested in supporting cast and crew on set while ensuring a safe and professional working environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide on-set medical support during production activities
• Respond to medical situations and emergencies as needed
• Monitor health and safety protocols throughout filming
• Maintain professional documentation and reporting procedures
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure a safe work environment

Requirements

• Must hold a valid SSE Certification
• ACTRA and AABP certification required
• Previous on-set or emergency medical experience preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Available to work in Etobicoke

Compensation

• $45.00 per hour
• Professional production work environment
• Opportunity to work with experienced film and television crews

Jacked Male Talent for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is seeking highly muscular male talent to appear in an upcoming project. Casting directors are looking for individuals with a strong, athletic physique who can portray physically imposing characters on screen. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in working on a major film production and gaining valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured background or picture cast role in a feature film
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams
• Participate in costume fittings and production-related activities
• Maintain a professional attitude while working on set
• Be available for scheduled filming and fitting dates

Requirements

• Male talent with a muscular, athletic physique
• No visible tattoos
• Comfortable appearing on camera in wardrobe that showcases physique
• Reliable and professional with a strong work ethic
• Available for fittings and filming as scheduled
• Union and non-union talent may apply if eligible

Compensation

• Paid feature film opportunity
• Professional film set experience
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals
• Additional details provided to selected talent