Feature Film Casting Call for Indigenous Actors

Background Actors Casting Call for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film titled Denise Sans Denis is now casting a wide range of paid background roles in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This production is seeking non-union talent of all ethnicities and genders to portray various roles across multiple filming dates. Opportunities include teachers, students, spectators, swimmers, and specialty roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background or featured roles on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate on selected filming dates only if fully available

Roles Casting

• Teachers (ages 30+)
• Students (ages 10–13, must have chaperone)
• Teachers with vehicles (+$40 bump if selected)
• Spectators (ages 18+)
• Swimmers (ages 25–40, strong swimmers, comfortable in swimwear, no visible tattoos)
• Special Role: 2 background actors (ages 60–80) for a closed-set scene requiring comfort with partial nudity (robes provided, no lower private parts shown, intimacy coordinator present)

Requirements

• Open to non-union talent
• All ethnicities and genders welcome
• Must be available for selected filming dates
• For vehicle roles:
  • Vehicle must be 2015–2023
  • No green cars
  • Must be in good condition (no damage or rust)
  • Submit photo, year, make, and model
• For student roles: must have a guardian present

Compensation

• $16/hour (4-hour minimum)
• Overtime if applicable
• +$40 vehicle bump (if selected)
• Special role (nudity): $275 flat rate

Job Description
A production team is seeking background performers for an upcoming political found-footage thriller film. Talent will portray crowd members and interviewees in a story set in a 1960s Canadian community during the lead-up to a local election. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain on-set experience and collaborate on an independent film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray crowd members and interview participants in various scenes
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain continuity and natural background performances
• Arrive in appropriate wardrobe consistent with the 1960s setting
• Remain professional and engaged throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 18–70, all genders
• No prior acting experience required
• Must be able to attend in 1960s-style attire
• Comfortable being on camera in a background role
• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity
• Meals and craft services provided on set
• Opportunity to gain experience and network with filmmakers

Job Description
An independent film production is seeking actors for supporting roles in an upcoming sci-fi horror project titled Seek And You Shall Find. Set in 1957, the story follows a devout priest and exorcist who creates a machine capable of viewing the past. This project offers actors the opportunity to be part of a unique, story-driven production blending science fiction and horror elements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting characters in a narrative short film
• Deliver performances aligned with the film’s tone and period setting
• Collaborate with the director and production team
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required
• Bring authenticity to character roles

Requirements

• Male actors for specified supporting roles
• Ability to portray characters within listed age ranges
• European/German accent (for select roles) is a plus
• Acting experience preferred but not required
• Must be reliable and professional on set

Roles Available

• Wernher (Male, early 40s, European/German, slight German accent required)
• Edoardo (Male, 40s, Italian)
• Agostino (Male, 60–70, Italian)

Compensation

• Unpaid / Non-union
• Meals provided
• Opportunity to gain experience and footage for reel