Vertical Microdrama Series Hiring – Directors

Job Description

Versa Films is casting performers for a series of coming-of-age vignettes in an upcoming music video for a Saskatoon artist. The project explores themes of freedom, rebellion, friendship, and youthful adventure through cinematic slow-motion sequences featuring children, teenagers, and young adults.

This non-union production welcomes both actors and non-actors and is seeking talent for a variety of featured roles portraying memorable moments from adolescence and young adulthood.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured characters in scripted music video scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in age-appropriate action sequences and group activities.
• Collaborate with fellow performers during filming.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production.

Requirements

Skateboarder Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 15–23.
• Comfortable skateboarding and performing action-oriented scenes.

Kids on Bikes

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable riding bicycles.

Water Balloon Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable participating in outdoor group scenes.

Jump Rope and Hopscotch Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–12.
• Comfortable participating in playground-style activities.

Prankster Pre-Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 12–15.
• Energetic personality and comfortable performing playful scenes.

Wrestling Siblings

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 14–18.
• Two performers able to portray siblings.

Kissing Couple

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 19–23.
• Comfortable performing scenes involving kissing and sharing a cigarette prop.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $50 per actor
• Time commitment: 60–90 minutes per role
• Non-union production.
• Non-actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Soul Chocolate is seeking a Chocolate Production Assistant to join its team in Toronto. This hybrid position combines hands-on chocolate production responsibilities with customer-facing café duties, offering a unique opportunity to work across multiple areas of a growing artisan chocolate business.

The successful candidate will help produce chocolate products, support packaging and wholesale preparation, assist with café operations, and contribute to the company’s busy seasonal production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with chocolate production and manufacturing processes.
• Package finished chocolate products for retail and wholesale distribution.
• Support wholesale order preparation and fulfillment.
• Prepare coffee and other café beverages.
• Provide excellent customer service and engage with café guests.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in production and café areas.
• Assist with seasonal product launches and production initiatives.

Requirements

• Interest in chocolate production, food manufacturing, or specialty coffee.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Experience in chocolate production or coffee preparation is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and contribute across multiple areas of the business.

Compensation Details

• Starting pay: $18 per hour
• Compensation is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week
• Three consecutive days off each week.

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.

Job Description

A Canada Arts Council-funded short film is seeking an Eastern Asian actress or non-actress to play a lead role in an upcoming production. The film explores themes of grief, motherhood, and closure against the backdrop of Forillon National Park in Gaspé, Quebec.

Casting directors are looking for a woman in her early to mid-50s who can portray a thoughtful, reserved, and emotionally nuanced character. Both experienced performers and individuals without acting experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a dramatic short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Participate in production activities as required.

Requirements

• Female.
• Eastern Asian.
• Early to mid-50s.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Open to actresses and non-actresses.
• Able to portray a character who is curious, quiet, and emotionally reserved.
• Must be based in Quebec or able to work in the province.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $1,200 CAD flat fee
• Transportation per diem provided.
• Non-union production.
• Additional project details will be discussed with selected applicants.

Sheriff Country Background Actor – Power Company Employee

Job Description

A television production filming at Mississippi Studio is seeking a male background actor to portray a Power Company Employee in Sheriff Country. This background acting opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain experience on a professional TV set while working alongside an experienced production team. Talent must be available for all scheduled filming days and have reliable transportation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Power Company Employee in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity across filming days
• Arrive on set prepared and on time
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Male talent
• Ages 30–55
• Average build
• Waist size 32–36
• Medium or large shirt size
• Available to work all scheduled filming days
• Reliable transportation
• Able to follow on-set instructions and maintain continuity

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on a television production

Indigenous Models for Runway Fashion Event

Job Description

A major runway fashion event is seeking Indigenous models of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels to participate in an upcoming fashion showcase in Toronto. This opportunity welcomes both experienced runway professionals and first-time models who are passionate about representing Indigenous beauty, culture, and storytelling through fashion. Selected talent will have the opportunity to walk in a high-profile event celebrating community, resilience, and creative expression.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway during a live fashion event
• Model designer clothing and accessories
• Attend rehearsals, fittings, and event-related activities
• Follow direction from producers, designers, and event coordinators
• Represent the vision and values of the fashion showcase with professionalism

Requirements

• Indigenous talent of all backgrounds and identities
• Open to all experience levels, including first-time models
• Comfortable performing in front of a live audience
• Reliable, professional, and punctual
• Able to follow creative and production direction
• Passion for fashion, culture, and community representation

Compensation

• Opportunity to participate in a featured runway fashion event
• Professional exposure within the fashion industry
• Networking opportunities with designers and industry professionals
• Additional compensation details provided to selected applicants

Deputies for Auction Scene Background Roles

Job Description

A production is casting background actors to portray deputies in an upcoming auction scene. Casting directors are seeking attractive, fit performers who can convincingly portray law enforcement personnel. This is a great opportunity to gain on-set experience while working alongside a professional film and television production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray deputies during auction scene filming
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared and ready to work on set
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Non-union performers only
• Attractive and physically fit appearance
• Able to convincingly portray a deputy or law enforcement officer
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Comfortable following on-set direction
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional film and television set experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Firefighters for Film and Television Production

Job Description

A production is seeking non-union background actors to portray firefighters in an upcoming film or television project. Casting directors are looking for physically fit performers who can convincingly portray firefighting personnel and meet wardrobe requirements for the role. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in gaining on-set experience in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Wear production-approved firefighter wardrobe and footwear
• Arrive on set prepared and ready to work

Requirements

Female Firefighter Role

• Female performer
• Physically fit and in good shape
• Must wear a women’s size 8 boot

Male Firefighter Roles

• Male performers
• Physically fit and in good shape
• No visible tattoos
• Must wear men’s size 11 or 12 boots
• Waist size no larger than 36 inches

General Requirements

• Non-union performers only
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Able to follow on-set direction
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on a film or television production

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

Background Actors for “Mistletoe Murders”

Job Description

A television production is seeking background actors for Mistletoe Murders filming in Brantford. Casting directors are looking for men and women to appear in daytime interior scenes. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in gaining experience on a professional television set. Applicants must be able to work as local hires and provide their own transportation to the filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in television scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive on time and prepared for a full production day
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Men and women age 18 and older
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must be able to self-drive to Brantford
• No facial piercings or visible tattoos
• Must not have previously appeared on Mistletoe Murders this season
• Available for daytime interior filming
• Reliable, professional, and punctual

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted television series
• Valuable on-set industry exposure

Job Description

Next Legacy Media Group, a women-forward production company based in New Jersey, is seeking talented women writers, directors, and production crew members to collaborate on a slate of upcoming micro drama productions.

The company is currently building a creative team and is particularly interested in writers with completed scripts or those who can develop content efficiently for production. The focus is on compelling stories in the YA, romance, family, drama, and character-driven genres.

In addition to writers, the company is looking to connect with female directors, assistant directors, cinematographers, camera operators, and other production professionals in the New Jersey and New York area.

Opportunities Available

Writers

• Seeking 4–5 writers
• Completed scripts preferred but not required
• Ability to write efficiently for production
• Interest in YA, romance, family, drama, and character-driven content

Production Team

• Directors
• Assistant Directors
• Cinematographers
• Camera Operators
• Other production professionals

Requirements

• Women professionals in film, television, or micro drama production.
• Writers with completed scripts or strong writing samples.
• Production professionals with relevant experience or a strong interest in micro drama content.
• Located in or able to work within the NJ/NY metro area preferred.
• Horror and explicit-content projects are not currently being considered.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Company states it offers favorable writer deals and is focused on long-term creative partnerships.

Job Description

A paid, non-union independent comedy film is seeking Canadian actors for multiple lead and supporting roles. The production is looking for talented performers with strong comedic instincts and on-camera experience to bring a diverse cast of characters to life.

This low-budget indie comedy offers paid opportunities for actors interested in collaborating on a character-driven film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray scripted characters in an independent comedy film.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver engaging and authentic comedic performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Follow creative direction and production requirements.

Requirements

Male Lead

• Male, ages 25–35.
• White.
• Strong acting and comedic abilities preferred.

Female Lead

• Female, ages 25–35.
• Dark-haired or redhead.
• Mixed ethnicity performers will be considered.
• Strong acting and comedic abilities preferred.

Asian Male Supporting Role

• Male, ages 25–50.
• Asian ethnicity.
• Supporting character role.

Brown Male Supporting Role

• Male, ages 25–50.
• Supporting character role.
• Remote work opportunity available for this role.

Additional Requirements:

• Canadian applicants only.
• Non-union performers.
• Must submit a demo reel or performance sample for consideration.
• Previous acting experience preferred.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.
• Non-union independent film production.