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Job Description
HOUS Management is holding an open model call to scout fresh faces and aspiring talent who want to pursue modeling. The casting will take place at Thatch & Fringe in St. Jacobs. The agency is seeking individuals with distinctive style, confidence, and individuality. Modeling experience is not listed as a requirement, making this an opportunity for aspiring models and new faces to introduce themselves to the agency.
Job Responsibilities
- Attend the in-person model open call on the scheduled date and time.
- Meet with representatives from HOUS Management.
- Present a natural, authentic appearance during the casting.
- Follow instructions provided by the scouting team.
- Wear form-fitting clothing suitable for evaluating proportions and overall look.
- Be prepared to discuss your interest in pursuing modeling.
Requirements
- She/Her: Minimum height of 5’8″.
- He/Him: Minimum height of 6’0″.
- They/Them: Minimum height of 5’9″.
- Arrive wearing form-fitting clothing.
- Attend with no makeup and natural hair.
- Applicants under 18 must attend with a parent.
- Previous modeling experience is not specified as required.
Compensation
Not specified.
Job Description
A music video production is casting three male supporting actors, ages 20–35, for an upcoming shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Filming is scheduled for the evening of August 17, and the production is looking for a diverse group of talent to appear in supporting roles throughout the video. Previous acting or on-camera experience is considered a plus but is not required, making this opportunity open to both experienced performers and newcomers interested in gaining music video experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a supporting performer in a professionally produced music video.
- Perform scenes and actions according to production direction.
- Maintain a natural and engaging presence on camera.
- Collaborate professionally with the production team and other performers.
- Remain available for the scheduled evening shoot on August 17.
Requirements
- Male talent, ages 20–35.
- Production is ideally seeking a diverse mix of Black and White talent.
- Must be available in Vancouver, BC on August 17 in the evening.
- Acting or on-camera experience is a plus but not required.
Compensation
Not provided.
Job Description
A paid OAC-granted short film is casting multiple actors for principal roles. The production is considering both ACTRA and non-union performers and is specifically seeking Persian, Arab, White, and mixed-race/ethnically ambiguous talent across several age ranges. Several roles require fluent Farsi, while others require fluent English. Selected performers will join a professionally produced short film project, with roles available for adults, seniors, and a young performer.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform the assigned scripted role for the short film.
- Attend scheduled production activities as required.
- Deliver dialogue naturally in the language specified for the role.
- Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
- Arrive prepared and follow creative direction during filming.
Requirements
- Leily: Female, 35–49, Persian; fluent in Farsi and English.
- Ava: Female, 35–39, Persian; fluent in Farsi and English.
- Eric: Male, 40–45, Arab or White; fluent in English.
- Ellie: 12–15, mixed-race/ethnically ambiguous; fluent in English.
- Betty: Female, 60s, Persian; fluent in Farsi.
- Ibrahim: Male, 60s–70s, Persian; fluent in Farsi.
- ACTRA and non-union performers may apply.
Compensation
Paid.
Lifeguard Featured Background Casting Call for TV Series
Job Description
A television series is casting a fit young man to portray a lifeguard in a featured background role filming in the Beconia, Thalberg, St. Clements, Manitoba, and surrounding areas. The production is set in present-day Chicago and is seeking talent who can bring an athletic, believable lifeguard presence to the screen. No previous acting experience is required for this paid featured background opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a lifeguard in a professional television production
- Perform as featured background talent in on-camera scenes
- Bring a fit, athletic, and authentic presence to the role
- Perform natural background actions as directed
- Follow instructions from the production and assistant directing teams
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production day
Requirements
- Male talent
- Ages 18+
- Any ethnicity
- Fit and athletic appearance
- Comfortable portraying a lifeguard
- No previous acting experience required
- Any visible tattoos must be able to be covered with clothing or makeup
- Must be able to work in the Manitoba filming area
Compensation
- Paid featured background opportunity
- Selected talent will receive compensation for the production day
Bodybuilder / Strong Man Casting Call – Toronto Commercial Campaign
Job Description
A non-union commercial campaign in Toronto is casting a male bodybuilder or strong man, ages 20–50, with a big, broad, and powerful presence paired with a warm, approachable personality. The selected performer will take on the unexpected role of a ballet dancer, creating a fun contrast between physical strength and graceful movement. Previous dance or movement experience is a bonus but is not required. Talent will be required to eat a protein bar during production.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a bodybuilder or strong man in a professional commercial campaign.
- Participate in movement and ballet-inspired scenes for the production.
- Attend required rehearsals, wardrobe fitting, and filming.
- Take direction and perform physical movements comfortably on camera.
- Eat the featured protein bar product during filming.
Requirements
- Male talent ages 20–50.
- Must have a bodybuilder, strong man, or similarly big, broad, and powerful physique.
- Must have a warm, friendly, and approachable presence.
- Dance or movement experience is a plus but not required.
- Must be comfortable performing ballet-inspired movement.
- Must be able to safely consume the featured protein bar.
- Must have no food allergies or dietary restrictions involving the product’s ingredients, including dairy, peanuts, or wheat.
Compensation
- Rehearsal: $1,200 per day, likely two 10-hour days.
- Session: $1,200 for a 10-hour day.
- Wardrobe: $75.
- Motion buyout: $2,000 if used.
- Print buyout: $2,000 if used.
- Buyout is based on survival of the edit and includes lifts, edits, and versions.
Job Description
An independent food documentary production is seeking a Makeup Artist for multiple filming dates in Vancouver, British Columbia, between August 24 and September 1. The production will film approximately two people per day and requires natural, camera-ready makeup. The goal is to help documentary subjects look fresh and polished on camera while still looking like themselves. This is a modestly paid opportunity suited to a professional who is comfortable working on a small independent production.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide natural and minimal camera-ready makeup for documentary subjects.
- Prepare approximately two people per filming day.
- Maintain a polished yet authentic appearance appropriate for documentary filming.
- Bring and maintain your own professional makeup kit.
- Maintain a professional, reliable, and easygoing presence on set.
Requirements
- Experience providing makeup for film, photography, or other on-camera productions.
- Comfortable creating natural and minimal makeup looks.
- Must have your own makeup kit.
- Applicants who cannot work every filming date may still be considered.
Compensation
$100 day rate + $25 makeup kit fee.
Job Description
“The Frontrunner,” an animated short film directed by Oshi Wanigasekera, is casting two South Asian lead voice-over actors for a paid, non-union production. The film follows an imaginative young girl caught in the middle of her divorced parents’ custody battle. When her dance recital brings their ongoing conflict to a head, the story explores the lasting effects of parental conflict on a child’s identity and self-worth. Voice-over recording will take place in Toronto during September 2026. Natural and authentic South Asian accents based on the actor’s ethnicity are encouraged.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform a lead voice-over role for the animated short film.
- Deliver an authentic and emotionally grounded character performance.
- Participate in an in-person recording session in Toronto.
- Collaborate with the director and production team during recording.
Requirements
- Seeking 2 South Asian lead actors.
- Mother: South Asian female, approximately 40–55.
- Father: South Asian male, approximately 40–55.
- Natural and authentic South Asian accents are encouraged.
- Non-union production.
Compensation
Paid.
Job Description
Centre In The Square is seeking content creators to collaborate on its 2026/2027 live entertainment season. The opportunity is open to creators who can produce engaging social media content and share behind-the-scenes moments, show highlights, and entertainment experiences with their audiences.
Job Responsibilities
- Create engaging content around live entertainment experiences.
- Capture behind-the-scenes moments and show highlights.
- Produce Reels, TikToks, carousels, photography, or other social content.
- Share creative perspectives from events throughout the upcoming season.
- Collaborate on content that showcases live entertainment.
Requirements
- Open to content creators of all styles.
- Experience creating Reels, TikToks, carousels, photography, or similar content.
- Storytellers covering lifestyle, family, travel, arts and culture, or related topics are encouraged.
- Must have a unique creative voice and interest in live entertainment.
Compensation
- Not specified.
1950s Period Production Casting – Psychiatric Patients
Job Description
A 1950s period production is casting men and women in their 50s–80s to portray psychiatric patients. The production is seeking thin or frail-looking performers with distinctive character faces who can authentically fit a mid-century setting. Talent must meet specific period-appropriate appearance and wardrobe requirements.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a psychiatric patient in a 1950s period production
- Maintain an authentic period-appropriate appearance on camera
- Follow direction from the production and wardrobe teams
- Perform naturally in assigned background scenes
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming
Requirements
- Men and women ages 50s–80s
- Caucasian talent
- Thin or frail appearance with distinctive character features
- Men must be clean-shaven with no shaved sides of the head
- Women must have natural hair with approximately shoulder-length hair preferred
- No visible tattoos when wearing shorts and short sleeves
- No fake nails, dyed hair, fake eyelashes, or obvious cosmetic fillers
- Men must fit approximately a 28–34 waist and 36–42 jacket
- Women must wear dress size 10 or smaller
Compensation
- Compensation details not disclosed
Families for Beach Day Scene in Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film set in present-day Chicago is seeking families from the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, and surrounding areas to work as paid background performers for a beach day scene. Families of all ages and ethnicities are welcome, and no previous acting or background experience is required. Selected families will work for one production day and help create a natural, authentic family atmosphere on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a family in a beach day scene for a feature film.
- Perform natural family activities and background actions on camera.
- Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
- Maintain continuity during multiple takes.
- Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers.
Requirements
- Families of any age combination are welcome.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- No previous acting experience required.
- Must be available to work for one filming day.
- Must be able to work in the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, or surrounding area.
- Dependable and able to follow on-set direction.
Compensation
- Paid background performer opportunity.
- Selected families will receive rate and compensation details from the production team.
Toronto Casting Calls: How to Audition for Movies, TV Shows, Commercials, and More
Overview
Toronto is one of Canada’s largest film and television production hubs, creating opportunities for actors, background performers, models, stand-ins, photo doubles, voice actors, and specialty talent.
Productions filming in Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area regularly look for performers for feature films, television series, streaming projects, commercials, independent films, music videos, and branded content.
Whether you are an experienced actor or just beginning your career, Toronto offers a wide range of opportunities to gain professional experience and build your résumé.
Toronto Casting Opportunities
Casting calls in Toronto can include opportunities for both union and non-union performers.
Common roles include:
- Principal actors
- Supporting actors
- Background actors
- Featured extras
- Stand-ins
- Photo doubles
- Models
- Voice actors
- Child actors
- Teen performers
- Seniors
- Dancers
- Musicians
- Athletes
- Specialty performers
Casting needs vary from production to production, so actors should regularly monitor new opportunities and apply for roles that match their age range, appearance, experience, skills, and availability.
Who Can Apply?
Toronto casting calls can be open to performers of all experience levels.
Some productions specifically seek experienced actors with professional credits, while others welcome newcomers for background work, commercials, student films, independent productions, and specialty roles.
You may be a strong candidate if you have:
- Acting or performance experience
- Professional headshots
- A current acting résumé
- Background acting experience
- Stand-in or photo double experience
- Strong self-tape skills
- Athletic abilities
- Dance or musical training
- Unique skills or talents
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible availability
- Professional on-set behaviour
Even if you are new to the industry, smaller productions and background roles can provide valuable experience working on a professional set.
How to Find Casting Calls in Toronto
The first step is making sure your casting profile is complete and current.
Step 1: Create or Update Your Project Casting Profile
Your profile should clearly show casting professionals who you are and what types of roles you may be suitable for.
Include:
- A recent headshot
- A current full-body photo
- Your playable age range
- Height and measurements
- Toronto or GTA location
- Acting experience
- Film and television credits
- Background acting experience
- Special skills
- Languages
- Accents
- Athletic abilities
- Union status, when applicable
- Current contact information
- Availability
Your photos should accurately represent how you look today.
Avoid heavily edited images, filters, sunglasses, hats, or group photos unless a casting notice specifically requests them.
Step 2: Search for Toronto Casting Calls
Once your profile is ready, regularly search for new opportunities.
Useful search terms include:
- Toronto casting calls
- Toronto acting auditions
- Ontario casting calls
- GTA casting calls
- Toronto background actors
- Toronto extras
- Toronto film auditions
- Toronto TV auditions
- Toronto commercial casting
- Toronto child actor auditions
- Toronto stand-in casting
- Toronto photo double casting
- Toronto modeling jobs
- Canada casting calls
Casting opportunities can appear quickly and may only accept submissions for a limited time.
Applying early can help ensure your profile is reviewed before casting closes.
Step 3: Read the Casting Notice Carefully
Every casting call has different requirements.
Before applying, confirm that you meet the production’s:
- Age range
- Location requirements
- Filming dates
- Availability requirements
- Appearance requirements
- Experience requirements
- Union status
- Special skill requirements
Do not apply simply because a production is filming in Toronto.
Casting teams receive large numbers of submissions, so applying only when you genuinely match the role can improve the quality of your applications.
Step 4: Submit the Right Materials
Casting directors may request different materials depending on the role.
You may need to submit:
- Headshots
- Current snapshots
- Full-body photos
- Acting résumé
- Demo reel
- Self-tape audition
- Slate video
- Contact information
- Height and measurements
- Clothing sizes
- Availability
- Special skills
- Work experience
- Driver’s licence information
- Vehicle information
- Union status
Always follow the casting instructions exactly.
If casting requests a specific photo, video format, subject line, or file name, make sure your submission matches those requirements.
Step 5: Prepare for Self-Tape Auditions
Self-tapes are an important part of modern casting.
Toronto actors should have a simple setup that allows them to submit auditions quickly.
A good self-tape setup includes:
- Clear lighting
- Clean audio
- A neutral background
- Stable camera placement
- Proper framing
- An off-camera reader when required
- Minimal distractions
- Natural performance choices
You do not need expensive equipment.
Casting directors primarily need to clearly see your face, hear your performance, and evaluate your acting choices.
Step 6: Be Professional If You Are Booked
Getting booked is only part of building a successful acting career.
Professionalism on set can affect whether casting teams consider you again.
Performers should be prepared to:
- Arrive on time
- Follow production instructions
- Bring required identification
- Maintain wardrobe continuity
- Stay attentive
- Avoid disrupting filming
- Respect cast and crew
- Remain available for the full booking period
- Respond promptly to production messages
Film and television days can be long, particularly for background performers.
Be prepared for early call times, waiting periods, repeated takes, and changing schedules.
Toronto Background Acting Opportunities
Background acting is one of the most common entry points into Toronto’s film and television industry.
Background performers help create realistic environments for scenes set in:
- Restaurants
- Offices
- Hospitals
- Schools
- Universities
- Airports
- Nightclubs
- Sporting events
- Neighborhoods
- Stores
- Courtrooms
- Streets
- Public transit
- Parties
- Concerts
Productions may also search for people with specific vehicles, uniforms, professional experience, athletic abilities, or unique appearances.
Background work can help new performers understand how professional sets operate before pursuing larger acting roles.
Stand-In and Photo Double Work
Toronto productions also regularly hire stand-ins and photo doubles.
Stand-ins
Stand-ins take an actor’s place while the camera, lighting, and technical departments prepare a scene.
Casting teams often look for someone who closely matches the actor’s:
- Height
- Build
- Hair colour
- Skin tone
Stand-ins may work multiple days or even throughout an entire production.
Photo Doubles
Photo doubles are used when a performer needs to resemble an actor for shots where the actor’s face is not clearly visible.
Matching characteristics may include:
- Height
- Weight
- Body type
- Hair
- Skin tone
- Clothing sizes
- Hand or foot size
Accurate measurements are especially important when applying for these roles.
Opportunities for Child and Teen Actors
Toronto is also a major market for young performers.
Children and teenagers may find opportunities in:
- Television series
- Feature films
- Commercials
- Streaming productions
- Voice-over projects
- Educational content
- Independent films
- Background roles
Parents or guardians should carefully review all casting requirements, filming dates, and production details before submitting a young performer.
Keeping current photos and accurate height measurements is especially important because children can change quickly.
Toronto Commercial Casting
Commercials can be another strong opportunity for Toronto performers.
Commercial casting may seek:
- Actors
- Models
- Families
- Couples
- Athletes
- Professionals
- Seniors
- Children
- Real groups of friends
- People with specific hobbies or occupations
Some commercial campaigns look for professional actors, while others specifically want people with little or no acting experience.
Always check the usage terms, compensation, dates, and exclusivity requirements listed in the casting notice.
Specialty Casting in Toronto
Not every casting opportunity requires traditional acting experience.
Productions frequently search for people with real-world abilities.
Specialty casting may include:
- Basketball players
- Hockey players
- Soccer players
- Swimmers
- Martial artists
- Dancers
- Musicians
- Singers
- Drivers
- Chefs
- Medical professionals
- Tradespeople
- Fitness professionals
- Skateboarders
- Cyclists
- Gymnasts
- People with unique vehicles
If you have a specialized skill, make sure it is clearly listed on your casting profile.
Real experience can sometimes make you more competitive for these roles than acting credits alone.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
Toronto is a competitive market, so strong preparation matters.
To improve your chances:
- Keep your headshots current
- Update your casting profile regularly
- Submit early
- Follow casting instructions carefully
- Be honest about your experience
- Include accurate measurements
- Develop strong self-tape skills
- List all relevant special skills
- Check your email and phone regularly
- Respond quickly to casting messages
- Keep your schedule updated
- Be professional on set
- Never exaggerate your availability
Casting professionals often remember performers who are reliable, responsive, and easy to work with.
Why Toronto Is a Great City for Actors
Toronto offers performers access to a wide variety of productions and career paths.
Actors can gain experience through major studio productions while also building their résumés with commercials, independent films, short films, voice-over work, and smaller productions.
The city also offers access to acting classes, casting workshops, talent agencies, film schools, theatres, and a large community of working actors and filmmakers.
For performers serious about building experience in film and television, Toronto provides opportunities at nearly every stage of a career.
Stay Updated on Toronto Casting Calls
Casting opportunities can open and close quickly.
Keeping your Project Casting profile current means you can apply immediately when a suitable opportunity becomes available.
Check regularly for:
- Toronto movie auditions
- Toronto TV casting calls
- Toronto commercial auditions
- Toronto background acting jobs
- Ontario casting calls
- GTA acting opportunities
- Child actor casting
- Stand-in jobs
- Photo double opportunities
- Voice-over auditions
- Modeling jobs
- Specialty casting calls
Having your photos, résumé, measurements, and self-tape setup ready can make the application process much easier.
Final Thoughts
Toronto continues to offer opportunities for actors, background performers, models, stand-ins, photo doubles, voice actors, and specialty talent.
Whether you are trying to land your first background role or pursuing professional speaking roles, preparation and consistency are essential.
Keep your Project Casting profile updated, use current photos, monitor new Toronto casting calls, and apply whenever an opportunity genuinely matches your look, skills, experience, and availability.
The next casting call could be the opportunity that helps you gain valuable set experience, build your résumé, and take the next step in your acting career.
