Commercial Casting Calls and Auditions

Commercial Background Talent

Job Description

A paid non-union commercial is casting male and female background talent for an upcoming production filming in Pickering. The production is seeking adults with a natural on-camera presence to appear in commercial scenes over two filming days. Talent must be available for the full schedule and able to self-drive to the filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in a commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for both scheduled production days.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 25–55.
• Valid government-issued ID required on set.
• Must be available for both filming days.
• Must be able to self-drive to Pickering.
• Comfortable working an extended filming schedule, including an afternoon-to-late-night shoot.

Compensation

• $300 for up to 12 hours.
• One-hour meal break.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• Less 15% commission.

Female Farm Commercial Talent

Job Description

A paid commercial is casting a non-speaking female to portray a fit, energetic farm worker in an upcoming production. The production is seeking expressive local talent with a natural on-camera presence who can bring authenticity and energy to a farm-themed commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a farm worker in a non-speaking commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform naturally in outdoor farm scenes.
• Express emotion through facial expressions and movement.
• Work collaboratively with the production team.

Requirements

• Female.
• Ages 18–38.
• Energetic and expressive.
• Fit, farm-girl appearance.
• Comfortable in an outdoor farm environment.
• Local talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.

Middle-Aged Male for Farm Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is seeking a non-speaking male to portray a son in a farm-themed production. The ideal candidate has a rugged, hardworking appearance and is comfortable performing in an outdoor farm environment. This is a great opportunity for local talent looking to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a son in a non-speaking commercial.
• Perform natural actions in a farm setting.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Use expressive facial reactions to enhance scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 40–45.
• Tan, hardworking farmer appearance.
• Comfortable around farm equipment and outdoor environments.
• Strong facial expressions.
• Local talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.

Older Male for Farm Commercial

Job Description

A paid commercial is casting a non-speaking older male to portray a hardworking father in a farm setting. The production is seeking local talent with expressive facial features and an authentic rural appearance. This role is ideal for performers who can naturally portray a seasoned farmer in a lifestyle commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father in a non-speaking commercial.
• Perform natural actions in a farm environment.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Convey emotion through facial expressions and body language.
• Work professionally throughout the production.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 60–65.
• Tan, hardworking farmer appearance.
• Comfortable around farm equipment and outdoor settings.
• Strong facial expressions.
• Local talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.

Bank Commercial Actors

Job Description

A paid bank commercial is casting talent for an upcoming production filming in Mexico. The production is seeking men, women, and children for featured lifestyle roles in a commercial campaign. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to appear in a professional commercial with competitive session and buyout rates.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a bank commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Portray authentic lifestyle moments on camera.
• Participate in the scheduled production day.

Requirements

• Women ages 45–60.
• Women ages 70–85.
• Men ages 70–85.
• Girls ages 8–10.
• Available to film in Mexico.

Compensation

• Session fee: $8,000 MXN.
• Buyout: $15,000 MXN.
• Less 20% agency fee.

Money Transfer Company Commercial Talent

Job Description

A paid commercial is seeking talent from Guatemala, Mexico, El Salvador, and Honduras for an upcoming international production filming in Colombia. This nationwide casting is looking for authentic talent with valid passports for a travel-paid commercial. Selected performers will participate in a commercial campaign with travel, fitting, rehearsal, filming, and usage compensation included.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in fittings and rehearsals as scheduled.
• Portray authentic lifestyle moments on camera.
• Travel to Colombia for the production.

Requirements

• Valid passport required.
• Available to travel to Colombia.
• Must fit one of the following roles:
  • Guatemala: Men and women, ages 30–50.
  • Mexico: Men and women, ages 18–70; boys ages 7–10.
  • El Salvador: Men and women, ages 25–45.
  • Honduras: Men, ages 30–40.
• Available for fitting and filming dates.

Compensation

• Travel: $300 ($150 each way).
• Fitting fee: $150.
• Remote Zoom rehearsal: $150.
• Filming day: $500.
• Usage: $2,000.
• Total: $3,100 for one filming day or $3,600 for two filming days (less 20%).

Male Voice Actor for Beer Commercial

Job Description

A paid voice-over opportunity is seeking an experienced male voice actor for a beer commercial recording in Canada or the United States. The production is looking for a grounded, authentic voice with a calm, confident delivery—not a traditional commercial announcer. Talent may record in-studio in Toronto or remotely via Source-Connect.

Job Responsibilities

• Record voice-over for a commercial campaign.
• Deliver a natural, conversational performance.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Provide high-quality recordings in studio or remotely.
• Meet production deadlines for recording sessions.

Requirements

• Male voice actor.
• Ages 50–65.
• Experienced in voice-over performance.
• Authentic, confident, and effortless vocal delivery.
• Able to record in Toronto or remotely via Source-Connect.
• Based in Canada or the United States.

Compensation

• $2,000 CAD all-in for session and usage (less 20%).

Classroom Students for Athletic Production

Job Description

A paid production is casting classroom students for supporting and background roles in an upcoming project filming in Houston, Texas. The production is seeking energetic young performers with athletic builds to help create authentic classroom scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a classroom student in supporting scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during filming.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• All ethnicities.
• Ages 14–20.
• Athletic build.
• Available to work in Houston, Texas.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Professor for Athletic Production

Job Description

A paid production is seeking an African American male to portray a professor in an upcoming project filming in Houston, Texas. The supporting role calls for a disciplined, authoritative performer who can bring authenticity and a commanding presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professor in scripted scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Collaborate with the cast during filming.
• Deliver a believable supporting performance.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Age 30 or older.
• Disciplined, authoritative, and serious demeanor.
• Strong on-camera presence.
• Available to work in Houston, Texas.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Lead Male Student for Athletic Production

Job Description

A paid production is casting a lead male student for an upcoming project filming in Houston, Texas. The production is seeking an athletic African American male with strong on-camera presence to portray the lead character. This is a great opportunity for emerging actors looking to take on a principal role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead student character.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in scheduled filming and rehearsals.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 16–21.
• Athletic build.
• Strong acting ability and on-camera presence.
• Available to work in Houston, Texas.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.