Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Athletic Canadian Female UGC Creators Needed

Job Description
A top brand is looking for athletic and fit Canadian female UGC creators to produce engaging, unedited video content. If you are passionate about content creation, enjoy staying active, and can deliver authentic performances on camera, this is a fantastic paid opportunity to join an inspiring campaign and build your creative portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Film and submit unedited UGC video content based on provided scripts

• Highlight an athletic and healthy lifestyle in each project

• Deliver authentic, energetic on-camera presence

• Collaborate with the creative team to ensure campaign goals are met

Requirements

• Female, based in Canada

• Athletic or fit appearance

• Ages 25–40

• Comfortable with the compensation of $150–$170 per script

• Ability to produce and submit unedited footage as required

Compensation

• $150–$170 per script

• Flexible content creation—unedited footage only

• Build your portfolio and gain visibility with a leading campaign

Construction Workers for Work Boot Brand Commercial

Job Description
Seeking construction workers, ages 28–40, to appear in a national work boot brand commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for real workers with hands-on experience in physically demanding environments. Show off your weathered or callused hands and outgoing personality on camera. No acting experience required—just confidence, professionalism, and the ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray authentic construction workers in commercial scenes

• Participate in on-camera interviews and b-roll filming

• Attend a wardrobe fitting and follow creative direction on set

• Represent a major brand with genuine energy and character

Requirements

• Ages 28–40, with real construction experience and weathered hands

• Outgoing and comfortable on camera

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

• Able to film in Toronto

• Available for a brief wardrobe appointment and one day of filming

Compensation

• $75 for wardrobe appointment

• $600 for one day of filming

• Additional $6,000 if your likeness is featured in the final commercial

• Total possible compensation: $675–$6,675

Lead Roles – International Vertical Series

Job Description
Exciting opportunity for actors to take on lead roles in an international vertical series, with filming locations in Iceland, Spain (Madrid & Barcelona), Germany, and Hungary. Join a cutting-edge, non-union project designed for mobile-first audiences and experience professional work environments across stunning global destinations. Full scripts and production details will be provided before commitment, ensuring transparency and preparation for all talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead in a serialized vertical series, bringing dynamic characters to life in various international locations

• Collaborate with an international cast and crew to deliver high-quality, engaging performances

• Adapt quickly to on-set direction and new filming environments

• Represent the production professionally during travel and throughout the entire shoot

• Maintain a Standard American accent on camera

Requirements

• Age 21–35, all genders welcome

• Must be a Canadian or US citizen with a valid passport (minimum 18 months validity)

• Clear criminal record and eligible for international travel

• Ability to perform in a Standard American accent

• Non-union status required; declaration to be signed

• Please mention if you speak any additional languages

• Must be available for up to 10 days of filming (no more than 6 consecutive work days) and travel 2 days before and after filming

Compensation

• Competitive day rates: $600–$1000 USD per day, depending on the project and filming country

• All travel, accommodation, per diem, and insurance fully covered

• Payments are securely held in escrow at a North American financial institution and released upon completion of work

Female Lead – Vertical Soap Opera Romantic Drama “Wings of Love”

Job Description
A major romantic drama is seeking a talented female lead for “Wings of Love,” a vertical format short-form series set for a North American release. Filming takes place in Vancouver, BC, with travel, accommodations, per diem, and work permits provided for talent outside BC or Canada. This is a non-union production, and submissions are welcome from across North America. Talent agents and managers are encouraged to submit e-pitches for their clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Lila Grace, in a heartfelt romantic drama

• Collaborate closely with directors, cast, and crew to deliver an emotionally resonant performance in a serialized format

• Engage in on-screen chemistry, dramatic storytelling, and character development central to the narrative

• Participate in production for an 8-day shooting schedule, with possible overtime

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and openness to direction

Requirements

• Female, age 28, all ethnicities encouraged to submit

• Strong acting skills, with a history of lead or major supporting roles in vertical soap operas (mobile-first serialized drama)

• Smart, warm, quietly funny, with the ability to deliver a nuanced, grounded performance—character is described as soft and gentle but also firm and witty

• Experience in drama, romance, or serialized storytelling is a plus

• Must be non-union; union talent cannot be considered at this time

• Open to a range of looks, with director preference for ginger, red, or brown hair, but all are encouraged if fitting the role’s energy

Compensation

• $500 CAD per 8-hour day plus overtime pay

• 10% agent fee if applicable

• Travel, accommodations, per diem, and work permits provided for out-of-area talent

Director – Vertical Soap Opera Series (Canada & Europe)

Job Description
Seeking experienced directors for a slate of vertical format soap opera series filming across Canada and in collaboration with European co-productions. This opportunity is open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents only, due to production requirements. The selected directors will help shape mobile-first storytelling with a focus on serialized drama and will join a busy schedule of productions through December 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct episodes of vertical (mobile-first) soap opera series for Canadian and international audiences

• Lead cast and crew to create engaging serialized drama content

• Collaborate with producers and other creative leads to maintain a consistent tone and style

• Travel for production as needed (domestic and European locations)

• Provide references from past leading talent to ensure a positive and professional set environment

Requirements

• Experience directing vertical format or mobile-first video content

• Strong background in soap opera, telenovela, or serialized drama storytelling

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident (required for co-production eligibility)

• Valid passport and ability to travel internationally without restrictions

• Availability for ongoing projects throughout Summer, Fall, and into December 2025

• Ability to provide references from principal cast or talent from previous productions

Compensation

• Competitive director rates, commensurate with experience and project scope

Lead Role – Okinawan Actor for Feature Film

Job Description
A union feature film is seeking Okinawan actors for a major production shooting in Vancouver, BC in August 2025. This project is dedicated to authentically portraying Okinawan heritage and identity, especially through the story’s central character, Oba. All ages and genders are welcome to submit, with a strong focus on finding a lead for the role of Oba.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth, authenticity, and cultural nuance to the lead role of Oba, a wise and resilient Okinawan grandmother

• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver a powerful performance that honors Okinawan traditions and experiences

• Participate in rehearsals, production meetings, and all scheduled filming dates in Vancouver, BC

Requirements

• Okinawan heritage strongly preferred (submissions from Pacific Islander and Indigenous actors with a Ryukyuan connection also welcomed)

• For the role of Oba: Female, age 78, able to convey wisdom, strength, humor, and vulnerability

• Experience in film or theatre acting

• Willing to travel to Vancouver for the duration of filming (all pay, travel, and per diem covered as per union agreement)

• Union status: UBCP/ACTRA

Compensation

• Paid role, with all travel and per diem covered under the Master Agreement

Casting Stunt Performers and Extreme Talent for Airline Campaign

Job Description
A high-energy airline commercial is casting dynamic stunt performers and extreme sports talent to bring their skills to the screen. Whether you’re a parkour pro, skateboarder who catches air, or a martial artist with jaw-dropping moves, this is your chance to showcase your unique abilities in a cinematic and action-packed shoot. The campaign seeks performers who can portray everyday people before revealing their unexpected stunt skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a relatable character on camera before executing a visually exciting trick or stunt

• Perform advanced movement or action-based stunts in a safe, controlled environment

• Collaborate with the director and stunt team to adapt your skills to scripted scenes

• Bring personality and authenticity to a creative and upbeat airline ad

Requirements

• Ages 20–65, all genders and ethnicities welcome

• Must be skilled in at least one of the following:

  • Tumbling

  • Acrobatics

  • Pop and lock dancing

  • Parkour

  • Martial arts (any discipline)

  • Stunt performance

  • Scooter riding

  • Skateboarding (must be able to get air and perform impressive tricks)

  • Or other miscellaneous trick-based performances

• Must provide a reel or multiple videos showcasing your skills

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• ACTRA campaign, but non-union performers may apply

Compensation

• $5,000+ per person if selected

• Buyout includes all lifts and is based on survival of the final edit

Casting Experienced Female Models for Film Project

Job Description
A paid film project is looking for experienced adult female models based in the Okanagan region. This production will be filming in the Kelowna area and is open to all ethnicities and union statuses. If you’re confident on camera, comfortable in a professional set environment, and passionate about storytelling through film, this is a great opportunity to gain exposure and build your portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in on-camera scenes for a film production

• Follow creative direction from production and styling teams

• Be punctual, professional, and camera-ready on all shoot days

• Represent the project’s tone and message authentically through visual performance

Requirements

• Must be an experienced adult female model

• Local to the Okanagan/Kelowna area

• All ethnicities and union statuses welcome

• Must be available for shoot dates between late April and mid-May

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity for film production

• Rate and contract details provided upon selection

Casting Call: Magicians, Mimes, Puppeteers, and Hand Models in Vancouver

Job Description
A unique non-union project is seeking specialized performers in Vancouver for an upcoming production. This opportunity is ideal for magicians, mimes, puppeteers, and hand models who bring a refined sense of movement, control, and artistry to their craft. The project will highlight elegant, expressive hand work and performance-based storytelling for a visually focused shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform specialty talent skills such as magic, mime, or puppetry on camera

• Model hand movements with precision and grace

• Collaborate with directors and crew to achieve visual storytelling goals

• Bring professional energy and creative flexibility to set

Requirements

• Must be non-union

• Based in or able to work in Vancouver, BC

• Available for booking between May 1st–5th

• Experience in hand modeling or performance art preferred

• Must be reliable, punctual, and adaptable during filming

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate to be disclosed upon selection)

• Non-union, professional production environment

Casting Call: Metal Musicians and Performers for Docudrama Series in Toronto

Job Description
A new docudrama series exploring the history of metal music is casting talent for upcoming episodes filming in Toronto. This immersive project seeks passionate metal musicians and performers who can embody the raw energy and look of the metal scene from various decades. All roles are silent on camera (SOC) and may include costuming that reflects the bold, expressive style of the metal era. Non-union talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera in character-specific scenes

• Play instruments or convincingly portray live performances

• Embrace authentic metal styling, including wardrobe and hair changes

• Take direction well and maintain a professional attitude on set

Requirements

• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area and pay taxes in Ontario

• Non-union only

• Must be available for the scheduled filming dates

• Comfortable with costuming including low-cut tops, tight pants, and shirtless/tank top looks

• Willing to make facial hair adjustments if needed

• All roles are non-speaking and may require playing multiple characters

Roles Available:

• Thrash Metal Guitarist (Lead)

  • Male, Iranian, 18–22

  • Must know how to play thrash metal guitar

  • Filming: May 7, 8, 9

• 80s Metal Guitar Prodigy (Lead)

  • Male, White, 20s

  • Long blonde hair, strong guitar skills with an 80s metal band vibe

• 80s Metal Vocalist (Lead)

  • Male, White, late 20s to mid-30s

  • Long dirty blonde hair or willing to dye, authentic frontman energy

  • Bonus if you can authentically sing metal

  • Filming: May 12, 13, 14

• Tommy Aldridge (Background)

  • Male, White, early 30s

  • Tall with brunette curly or tightly curled hair, sharp facial features

  • Some drumming ability preferred

  • Filming: May 12, 13, 14

Compensation

• Lead Roles: $350/day

• Background Roles: $200/day