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:
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Background Actors (College Students)
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Age: 17-25 years old
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All ethnicities welcome
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Will populate classroom scenes
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College Professor
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Age: 30+ years old
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All ethnicities welcome
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Professional academic presence
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Production Details:
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Project Type: Independent short film (2 minutes runtime)
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Shoot Location: Toronto, ON (specific venue TBD)
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Tentative Shoot Dates: July 6 or 27, 2025
Compensation & Perks:
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Non-paid position
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Craft services provided on set
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Digital copy of final film for your portfolio
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“Sound & Fury” Feature Film Casting Call
Job Description
The feature film “Sound & Fury” is seeking union performers for a variety of speaking, supporting, and featured roles filming in HRM, Nova Scotia. The story follows a faded Canadian television actor whose humiliating viral prank video sends him into a downward spiral and a misguided plan for revenge. This ACTRA AIP production is casting performers across multiple age ranges and backgrounds for roles throughout the film.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray an assigned character in the feature film “Sound & Fury.”
- Deliver scripted dialogue when required for speaking roles.
- Take direction from the director and production team.
- Participate professionally in rehearsals and filming as required.
- Bring natural, believable character choices to dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production.
Requirements
- Talia: Female, any ethnicity, 30s. Gavin’s ex-partner who has moved on but remains frustrated by his behavior.
- Emily: Female, any ethnicity, 20s. Gavin’s regular barista with one key scene.
- Young Man: Male, any ethnicity, ages 18–25. Appears in a car and interacts with Gavin and his children.
- Biker Guy 1 & Biker Guy 2: Male, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Physically imposing characters who appear as Hal’s clients.
- Cook: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 30s–50s. Diner kitchen staff with one line.
- Server: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Diner server appearing in several moments.
- Jenna: Female, any ethnicity, 20s–30s. A student in Gavin’s acting class.
- Stage Hand(s): Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Theatre crew.
- Camera Operator: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s. Appears during a casting-room scene with no dialogue.
- Student: Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s–40s. Appears as a student attending evening acting classes.
- Must be available to work in HRM, Nova Scotia.
Compensation
- ACTRA AIP rates.
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.
