Colleen Rush Casting

Kids Program Co-Host Casting Call

Job Description

A children’s television program is casting a new co-host for an upcoming contract based in Toronto, Ontario. The production is seeking Canadian performers living with a disability who can bring an authentic, engaging, and confident presence to an on-camera hosting role. This paid co-host opportunity is ideal for talent interested in children’s television and accessible media representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-camera co-host for a children’s television program.
• Engage young audiences with an energetic and approachable presence.
• Deliver assigned material naturally and confidently on camera.
• Collaborate with fellow hosts, producers, and the production team.
• Participate in approximately 1–5 filming commitments per month as needed.

Requirements

• Open to Canadian talent.
• Seeking performers who are living with a disability.
• Comfortable speaking and performing on camera.
• Engaging, personable, and confident communication style.
• Must be able to work in Toronto, Ontario.

Compensation

• Paid CMG freelance contract.

Young Jimmie (Ages 7–12) – Principal Role in Bilingual Short Film

Job Description
A bilingual (English/French) dramatic short film titled Tender Rage is now casting for the principal role of Young Jimmie. Filming will take place in Toronto, and the project centers on a queer family navigating emotional complexity, identity, and healing.

Young Jimmie is a central character in this 10–12 minute film. He is sensitive, sweet, and full of hope, navigating an emotionally charged family dynamic. The role requires a young performer who can portray vulnerability and depth in dramatic scenes, including one scene with implied violence.

This is a paid opportunity under an ACTRA Low Budget Tier 3 agreement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Jimmie in a dramatic short film

• Perform emotionally layered scenes

• Work closely with the director and cast

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• White male child, ages 7–12

• Francophone (French-speaking) talent

• Sensitive and expressive performance style

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

• GTA local hire

• Union and non-union performers may apply

Compensation

• Paid principal role

• ACTRA Low Budget Tier 3 production

• Professional short film credit