Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Be a part of championing the voice of Canadian democracy. Join CPAC to protect and build on 30 years of unfiltered access to the people and events that shape our democracy in Canada. The Cable Public Affairs Channel (CPAC) is Canada’s window on parliament, politics and public affairs. As Canada’s only national, bilingual media outlet focused exclusively on politics, we are unique in the Canadian media landscape.

The Role

Based in Ottawa and reporting to the Executive Producer, CPAC is seeking a bilingual (French/English) journalist to join our editorial team, who’s main assignment is with CPAC’s daily political program L’Essentiel, to create broadcast, digital and social media content. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is keenly interested in storytelling and embraces the challenges of producing content that engages the unique needs of different audiences across all platforms. The chosen individual will possess strong journalism skills combined with an ardent appreciation and knowledge of all things political.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Produce fact-checked dynamic and compelling content suitable for all platforms for CPAC’s daily shows;
• Research information, writes scripts, sources images and produces content for various media platforms, including digital and social media;
• Contribute to daily story meetings and pitches story ideas to the editorial team;
• Work with hosts and producers to ensure fact and explainer packages and other editorial content is vetted before distribution on all media platforms;
• Work with editors to produce graphics and other elements;
• Select, edit, packages, posts and optimizes content for social media platforms including YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram;
• Assist in field production, reporting and conducting interviews for the daily shows as well as for special coverage such as political conventions or elections related coverage;
•  Assist producers by chase producing guests and helping coordinate or produce interviews;
• Assisting in the development of special in-depth feature series for the daily political shows.
• Participates in staff, program and other corporate meetings as required;
•  Undertakes other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications (knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Undergraduate Degree in Journalism or Media Arts, or the equivalent combination of education and media experience;
•  Three to 5 years professional experience in broadcasting or a combination education and experience;
•  Excellent French language skills in order to write and produce content for broadcast and for digital purposes.
•   Understands and maintains current knowledge of the Canadian political system, and of current and emerging issues and trends;
• Excellent analytical and synthesizing skills; inquisitive, creative and a self-starter;
• Excellent writing skills, including familiarity with Canadian Press style.
• Advanced knowledge of video editing and video asset management platforms, computer system operation and maintenance, hardware and software.
• Knowledge of video-editing principles and techniques.
•  A strong track record using digital platforms for journalistic content.
• Proficiency with WordPress, Adobe Premier, Adobe Illustrator, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
•  Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines;
• Has excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Has strong project management skills and experience;
• Able to work flexible, irregular hours;
• Develops and maintains positive work relationships with supervisor, co-workers, managers, consultants, talent, the public and contacts;
•  Intervenes diplomatically to determine or mediate a solution when encountering difficult or confrontational situations;
•  Understands group and interpersonal dynamics;
•  Promotes an environment that recognizes, supports, respects and welcomes diversity of employees.

This is a full time, regular position with competitive benefits. The successful candidate must be fully vaccinated and will be required to work primarily in the Ottawa office.

Please submit your application in confidence to:

CPAC

1750-45 O’Connor Street

Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1A4

Attention: Patricia Hutton, Human Resources

E-mail: [email protected]

CPAC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

CPAC (Cable Public Affairs Channel / Chaîne d’affaires publiques par câble)

A new campaign for CIBC is looking for real CIBC customer in the Toronto area. We are looking for individuals, couples and families who are willing to talk and learn about financial planning on camera. Talent must be Non Union and driving distance to Toronto. BIPOC, LGBTQ and people of all abilities are encouraged to apply.

Talent will be requested to upload a short video. Please see instructions below to record video prior to filling out the application. If applying as a couple or family, everyone must be in the video together. Deadline is Nov 22. 3PM.

DATE: Nov 30

LOCATION: Greater Toronto Area.

RATE: $500/Session Fee. $500/Usage fee. 1 year, all media. Per individual.

NOW CASTING A REAL MOM & BABY – NON UNION $500

Seeking a REAL MOM (25-32 yrs) and BABY (6-14 months) for a baby wash 15-sec social ad!

No previous acting experience necessary, however candidates should be comfortable with: baby will take a bath given by the parent, baby will have lotion applied by parent. Non-speaking role.

Audition: Photos/Self-Tape

Filming: TBC – late November or early December 2022 in the GTA area

Rate: $500/half-day – approx 4 hours 

Usage: Unlimited, online – digital rights.

Deadline to submit: ASAP! by Tuesday, November 22nd 12pm

NOW CASTING A REAL FAMILY IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA 

Seeking a diverse family of three (32 – 45 yrs) and young teen (9 – 14 yrs) for a corporate testimonial video! 

Does electricity impact your family’s everyday life at home?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Filming: December 7th, 2022 in Woodbridge, ON

Rate: $1200/day per person

Usage: 5 years North America: Digital, print, web (including paid placement)

This is a non-union project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being interviewed.

 Amusement Park Commercial Casting Call for Families

MiLO Casting is seeking Real Families with kids 6-15 yrs of age for an Amusement Park Commercial!
Looking For
Real Families of 4-5 members, with children in the 6-15 yr old age range
Seeking diversity with a preference for ASIAN FAMILIES among other ethnicities
The makeup of these families can vary, either parents with two kids or multi generational families with one or two children and a grandparent or two!
Previous on set experience not necessary, simply looking for Real fun-loving Families who would like to have fun being filmed enjoying an amusement park!
Details & Submission Information
Families chosen for this campaign will be paid $4000+ per Family of 4-5 for a shoot over a single evening
Audition: None! Direct Booking
SHOOT: December 2nd or December 3rd
*ONTARIO RESIDENTS ONLY
Please submit ASAP!
**If an agent represents you please allow them to submit you for this project

Dove Commercial Casting Call for Dermatologists

RUSH! DOVE & Milo Casting are URGENTLY looking for Canadian Female Dermatologists for a Dove Campaign!
Looking For: 
Female identifying Dermatologists of any ethnicity

• You live anywhere in Canada.
  
• You are a certified Dermatologist who is currently practicing and are comfortable promoting Dove products as an effective skin care option.
  
• Experience posting videos to social media platforms such as TikTok, Youtube, Instagram etc. and/or having a large social media following is a BONUS but not mandatory.
  
• You are okay to travel to Ontario for the shoot (Costs of travel and accommodations will be covered by production)
  
• You are NOT an actor or model, nor do you have any prior professional experience in front of the camera, simply looking for real dermatologists with great energy!

Details & Submission Information
Those chosen for this campaign will be paid $10,000 – $15,000 if featured

You must be available for the key dates:
SHOOT: November 17th in Ontario (travel and accommodations will be covered by production)
Potential wardrobe day (over zoom): Nov 15th or Nov 16th
*Those selected may need to covid test prior to the shoot. Cost of test would be covered by production*
PLEASE NOTE THAT DOVE DOES NOT HIRE MODELS, PROFESSIONAL ACTORS, REALITY TV PARTICIPANTS AND BEAUTY PAGEANT CONTESTANTS FOR ANY OF THEIR ADVERTISEMENTS.

 Eczema Commercial Casting Call

$4,050 Chevy Good Deeds Commercial Casting Call

Seeking Various Kids with Ice Hockey or Sledge Hockey Experience for a Chevy Good Deeds Campaign in Toronto!

Looking for the following Hockey Kids:

1. Youth with a physical disability who has ice hockey or sledge hockey
experience. Ages 8 to 16. Any Gender or ethnicity.
2. Indigenous Youth with ice hockey experience. Ages 8 to 16. Any Gender.
3. Youth Ice Hockey Players – Ages 8 to 16. Any gender or ethnicity. Hockey & skating ability is a must.
* If all talent can also speak French fluently – that would be a bonus, but not a must.

IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE, PLEASE PASS IT ON!

Compensation: $4,050.00 per person. 1 or 2 days shoot TBD. (If shooting 2 days pay is $4,900.00 per person) This is a non union campaign. No previous acting experience is necessary. We will be requesting footage of them playing Hockey or sledge Hockey to be uploaded on their application form. All Talent required to have a covid test.

Application deadline: ASAP or before Tuesday November 15 at 10 AM EST.
You must be available for these key dates (in Toronto):
Zoom Recalls: Thursday Nov 17th after school hours.
Covid Test: TBD – 72 hrs before shoot
Wardrobe: Nov 22nd
Shoot Dates: Nov 23rd and / or 24th (1 Day or 2 days shoot TBD)

Self tape instructions:
https://bit.ly/gooddeedsselftape

$8,500 Truck Campaign Commercial Casting Call

Seeking Athletic Attractive Couples in Ontario for a Truck Campaign filming in Alberta!

Looking for Relatively fit / Athletic Couples who are active and like the outdoors, ages 30 to 44 from Ontario. We don’t need professional athletes, but looking for people who make you want to go outside and get active. They are interested in doing sports such as skiing, hiking, biking, snow biking, rock climbing or snowboarding..etc. Diversity is important, we want to see Canadians from all backgrounds. Filming will take place in Alberta but we are casting in Ontario. Travel and accommodation will be provided for talent to travel to Alberta for the shoot. At least one person out of the couple has a valid driver’s license.

IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE, PLEASE PASS THIS ON.

This is a non union campaign. If selected, pay per person flat fee: $8,500.00.
COVID test will be required prior to the shoot. No previous acting experience is required.

Deadline to submit November 14, 2022 at 10AM EST.

TALENT MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THESE KEY DATES LISTED HERE:
Recall: Wednesday Nov 16th In Person @ Jigsaw Nov 21 – Covid test
Nov 23 – Travel to Calgary
Nov 24 – Fitting
Nov 25 – Driver training Nov 26-29 – Shoot
Nov 30 – Travel Home

If interested, please apply online with your self tape to:

Self tape instructions:
https://bit.ly/3hh1FCF

Casting Assistant

We are looking for a Casting Assistant to join our team

The person should be of Canadian Origin/lived in CANADA and is currently based in Mumbai.

Requirements:

• Has basic knowledge of casting.
• Has lived in Canada/has Canadian roots
• Has good command over Canadian Dialect.