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Teppanyaki/Hibachi Chef for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef for a paid filming opportunity. Talent should be skilled in performing entertaining cooking tricks such as spatula spinning, food tossing, and other live hibachi-style techniques. Applicants must have access to their own cooking tools, with a rental fee provided by production. This role is ideal for chefs with a strong on-camera presence and social media or video content showcasing their culinary skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic teppanyaki and hibachi cooking techniques on camera
• Demonstrate cooking tricks and knife or spatula skills during filming
• Follow production direction while maintaining food preparation standards
• Bring and use personal cooking tools during the shoot
• Collaborate with the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 25–50
• Experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef
• Must be proficient in cooking tricks such as spinning spatulas and tossing food
• Must have personal cooking tools available for use
• Able to provide video examples of cooking skills from social media or online platforms
• Must be available to work in Hamilton, Ontario

Compensation

• $379.25 minimum rate
• Additional $50 tool rental fee
• Overtime paid at $71.25 per hour after 8 hours
• Professional commercial production experience

Professional Whitewater Packrafters and Kayakers for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking professional whitewater packrafters and kayakers for an exciting shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Talent must have advanced experience navigating technical whitewater environments, including canyon conditions. This opportunity is ideal for skilled paddlers looking to showcase their expertise in a high-profile commercial project. Applicants must be local to Vancouver or able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform professional whitewater packrafting or kayaking in technical river environments
• Navigate challenging canyon and whitewater conditions safely and confidently
• Follow production and safety team instructions during filming
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and callback sessions if selected
• Represent authentic outdoor adventure and paddling skills on camera
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production schedule

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a professional whitewater packrafter or kayaker
• Experience with technical whitewater and canyon paddling required
• Must be based in Vancouver, British Columbia, or able to work as a local hire
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills preferred
• Ability to participate in callbacks and filming schedule if selected

Compensation

• $2,500 CAD per shoot day
• One-year buyout ranging from $2,500–$4,000 CAD if featured in the final cut
• Automotive exclusivity included
• Professional commercial production opportunity

Small Business Owners for Financial Campaign Demo

Job Description

A financial campaign is seeking real small business owners for a paid commercial-style demo project. Production is looking for passionate entrepreneurs who are proud of the businesses they have built and are comfortable sharing their experiences, insights, and reactions on camera. This opportunity is open to business owners from a variety of industries and does not require previous on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a financial campaign demo project
• Share authentic experiences as a small business owner on camera
• Participate in interviews and filmed segments
• Follow direction from the production team
• Attend the scheduled shoot date and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be a real small business owner
• Comfortable speaking about your business on camera
• Must be an Ontario resident
• Non-union talent only
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is not required
• Businesses may be from industries including:
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Contracting
  • Realty
  • Professional Services
  • Law Firms
  • Accounting Firms
• Must be available for a half-day shoot during the production window

Compensation

• $1,700+
• Featured role in a financial campaign
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to promote your entrepreneurial story
• Half-day shoot commitment

Real Investors for Financial Brand Social Media Campaign

Job Description

A popular financial brand is casting real people in Toronto for an interview-style social media campaign. This paid opportunity is open to individuals from all backgrounds who have unique perspectives on investing, money management, and financial growth. Selected participants will share their personal experiences and insights on camera as part of an engaging social media campaign designed to highlight diverse financial journeys.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an on-camera interview-style social media campaign
• Share authentic experiences and perspectives related to investing and personal finance
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Engage in honest conversations about financial goals, challenges, and successes
• Be available for filming in Downtown Toronto

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work in Toronto, Ontario
• Open to all races, genders, and backgrounds
• Age 18+
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Strong communication skills and willingness to discuss personal finance experiences

Especially Seeking

• Young Investors (under 25 and building their financial future)
• Experienced Investors (30+ years of investing experience)
• New Investors learning financial literacy
• Investors with unique styles and unconventional viewpoints
• Entrepreneurial Investors and small business owners
• Religious Investors whose faith influences financial decisions
• High-Stakes Investors who embrace risk
• Canadian Investors with strong regional identities
• Tech Investors focused on emerging technologies
• Investors who have learned valuable lessons through mistakes
• Frequent travelers, pilots, flight attendants, and bi-coastal workers who actively invest

Compensation

• Up to $1,400 per person
• $650 filming fee
• Additional $750 if footage is included in the final campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial casting opportunity is seeking football players in the Greater Toronto Area with competitive playing experience. Producers are looking for outgoing, camera-friendly individuals ages 20–35 who can confidently perform football-related actions on camera, including throwing, jumping, tackling, punting, and catching.

This non-union commercial project is open to individuals with strong football backgrounds, and no prior acting experience is required. Selected talent will participate in a commercial campaign filming in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform football-related actions and athletic movements on camera.
• Participate in commercial filming as directed by the production team.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected.
• Collaborate with directors and crew during filming.
• Represent the project with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Requirements

• Ages 20–35.
• Must have competitive football experience.
• Comfortable performing football skills including throwing, jumping, tackling, punting, and catching.
• Outgoing personality and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area and be able to work in Toronto.
• Must be available for a wardrobe appointment if selected.
• Must be available during the filming window if selected.

Compensation Details

• $75 for wardrobe appointment.
• $600 for one day of filming.
• Additional $2,500 if your likeness appears in the final commercial.
• Total potential compensation: $675–$3,175.

Young Female Diver for Commercial

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking talented young female divers for a paid on-camera opportunity in the Greater Toronto Area. This non-union commercial is looking for confident and outgoing girls who are comfortable diving from a 5-meter platform and participating in a filmed interview. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for young athletes looking to gain commercial experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial filming project
• Demonstrate diving skills on camera
• Take part in a brief filmed interview if selected
• Attend audition and wardrobe appointments as required
• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Female divers ages 7–12
• Comfortable jumping from a 5-meter (15-foot) diving platform
• Outgoing personality and comfortable being filmed
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Available for audition, wardrobe fitting, and filming dates if selected
• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Earn between $675 and $3,675 if selected
• $75 wardrobe appointment fee
• $600 per filming day
• Additional $3,000 if featured in the final commercial
• Professional commercial experience with a national campaign

Commercial Casting Call for Cheerleaders

Job Description

A non-union commercial is seeking men and women for a paid production filming in downtown Toronto. Casting directors are looking for adults in two age groups, as well as experienced cheerleaders who can bring energy and authenticity to the project. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in commercial work and on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial production
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in up to 10 hours of filming
• Maintain a professional attitude on set
• Perform cheerleading activities if cast in a cheerleader role

Requirements

• Cheerleaders ages 19–25 with prior cheerleading experience
• Must be available to work in downtown Toronto
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Reliable and professional during production

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours of work
• One-hour lunch break provided
• Overtime paid if applicable
• Paid non-union commercial opportunity

Job Description

A software company specializing in product recommendation solutions for e-commerce stores is casting talent for a series of commercial advertisements. Production is seeking performers to portray entrepreneurs and industry professionals within the e-commerce space.

Casting directors are looking for authentic, relatable talent to fill three featured roles in a non-union commercial campaign filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a commercial advertising campaign.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Participate in on-camera performances and promotional content.
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout filming.
• Maintain professionalism during all production activities.

Requirements

Adrian

• Male.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-40s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce founder growing a Shopify store.

Jessica

• Female.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-40s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce founder growing a Shopify store.

Chris

• Male.
• Playing age: Mid-20s to Mid-50s.
• Any ethnicity.
• Portrays an e-commerce podcast host.

General Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Comfortable appearing in commercial advertising content.
• Reliable and available for filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Compensation Details

• Pay Rate: $100 per hour
• One shoot day.
• Non-union production.
• Additional project details will be provided to selected talent.

Real Gravel Cyclists for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking experienced gravel cyclists for an upcoming commercial shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Casting is looking for authentic cyclists with real-world gravel, off-road, or mountain biking experience who can confidently showcase their skills on camera. This is a great opportunity for cycling enthusiasts to appear in a professional commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured cyclist in a commercial production
• Ride confidently in gravel, off-road, or mountain biking environments
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and production-related activities as needed
• Maintain a professional attitude on set

Requirements

• Ages 25–45
• Must have real gravel, off-road, and/or mountain cycling experience
• Must be based in Vancouver, BC, or able to work as a local hire
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Comfortable riding on camera during commercial production
• Cycling partners are encouraged to apply

Compensation

• $600 CAD per shoot day
• Up to $6,000 CAD one-year buyout if featured in the final commercial
• Professional commercial production experience

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.

Social Media Content Creators for Comedy Festival

Job Description

A nationally recognized comedy festival is seeking creative and passionate social media content creators to join its event team across multiple festival locations. This opportunity is ideal for digital storytellers, videographers, photographers, and social media professionals who thrive in live event environments and enjoy capturing engaging content.

Selected creators will work on-site, documenting performances, audience experiences, and behind-the-scenes moments while helping bring the festival’s online presence to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture real-time social media content during festival events
• Create engaging photo and video content for digital platforms
• Document performances, crowd interactions, and behind-the-scenes moments
• Assist with content creation for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and other channels
• Collaborate with marketing and event teams to execute content strategies
• Deliver content that reflects the energy and excitement of the festival

Requirements

• Experience creating social media content, photography, or videography
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and content trends
• Creative storytelling and content editing skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced live event environments
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Passion for entertainment, comedy, festivals, or live events
• Available to work during festival dates in assigned city

Compensation

• Paid content creation opportunity
• Work at a major comedy festival
• Gain live event and entertainment industry experience
• Networking opportunities with entertainment professionals
• Potential for future event and content creation opportunities