Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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Description de l’entreprise :

L’Atelier Animation est un studio spécialisé dans la fabrication de séries et de longs métrages d’animation en images de synthèse.

Établie à Montreal depuis 2012, l’Atelier se démarque par le choix de ses projets d’envergure et par son infrastructure technologique en constante amélioration.

Véritable lieu de créativité, le studio privilégie le talent et l’audace en s’entourant d’artistes, de techniciens et de gestionnaires passionnés.

Description du poste :

Le coordonnateur de production participe à l‘organisation de la fabrication du film et/ou de la série. Il est affecté à un département ou à un groupe de départements. En collaboration avec les Superviseurs du projet et sous la supervision du Directeur de production, il est en charge du bon déroulement de la production.

Responsabilités:

• Planifier et gérer le travail du ou des départements en collaboration avec le Superviseur correspondant;
• Recevoir les packages clients, organiser le rangement du matériel et fournir les éléments nécessaires au travail des artistes et du Superviseur (références et matériel, briefs, dépouillements, …);
• Assigner les tâches et leur durée aux artistes en collaboration avec le Superviseur correspondant, en tenant compte des ressources du studio;
• Veiller au respect des délais prévus pour chaque tâche – vérification et ajustement quotidien des échéanciers, et informer le Directeur de Production de tout dépassement;
• Organiser et faire le suivi des validations;
• Assurer l’avancée de la fabrication (à faire/en cours/reste à faire), sur les validations et les problématiques du département et tenir des rapports hebdomadaires et ponctuels pour le Directeur de Production;
• Organiser et/ou participer à tout meeting concernant l’avancement du projet e.g. dailies, weeklies et présentations clients;
• Maintenir l’organisation du serveur et de l’asset manager (Shotgun) et mettre à jour les documents de production;
• Maintenir les communications entre les différents départements et membre de la production;
• Mettre en place ou améliorer des procédures visées à fluidifier les transferts de datas entre les départements;
• Maintenir une bonne entente et une bonne dynamique d’équipe;
• Diffuser les informations pertinentes à tous les intervenants et vérifier qu’elles sont bien assimilées et appliquées sur le projet;
• Assister et participer activement aux réunions des Superviseurs;
• Effectuer des rounds réguliers afin de garder une communication fluide avec les artistes et pouvoir répondre activement aux questions sur le plancher;
• Organiser les livraisons aux clients ou aux autres prestataires;
• Faire le relai entre l’administration et les artistes;
• Effectuer d’autres tâches connexes telles qu’assignées par la direction;

Compétences exigées :

• Avoir au moins deux (2) années d’expérience en production de film, téléséries d’animation ou d’effets visuels;
• Avoir d’excellentes compétences organisationnelles et de gestion de projet;
• Être apte à coordonner une équipe d’au moins 10 personnes;
• Avoir la capacité de travailler et communiquer efficacement avec des personnalités diverses;
• Avoir d’excellentes compétences administratives, traitement de texte compris : maitriser les logiciels Word et Excel;
• Savoir travailler de façon autonome et en équipe;
• Savoir anticiper les problématiques liées la fabrication du projet dans son ensemble;
• Avoir un niveau élevé d’initiative, de souplesse et de confidentialité;
• Connaitre un asset manager comme Shotgun est un atout;
• Avoir des connaissances en animation ou jeux vidéo et être familier avec le langage 3D;
• Savoir établir des priorités et travailler sur plusieurs dossiers à la fois efficacement dans un environnement sous haute pression, tout en respectant des délais stricts;
• Posséder une bonne connaissance de l’anglais et du français tant à l’oral qu’à l’écrit;
• Être citoyen canadien ou avoir le statut de résident permanent au Canada ou avoir un permis de travail ouvert valide et être disposé à travailler à Montréal, Québec;

Seules les personnes dont la candidature aura été retenue seront contactées. Des références peuvent être demandées. Notez que le générique masculin est utilisé dans le but d’alléger le texte. L’Atelier Animation souscrit au principe d’équité en matière d’emploi. L’Atelier Animation a à cœur le bien-être de ses employés et offre une gamme d’avantages : assurances santé collectives, jours maladie, panier de fruits frais, activités sociales, etc.

Salaire : En fonction de l’expérience

Date d’embauche prévue : dès que possible

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About Us

L’Atelier Animation is an animation studio that specializes in the creation of 3D feature films and television series.

Founded in Montreal in 2012, L’Atelier has distinguished itself by its choice of highly creative projects to work on and its constantly evolving technological infrastructure.

At its core, L’Atelier is a place of creativity, and the studio prides itself on the talent and initiative of all its passionate artists, technicians and managers.

Job description:

The Production Coordinator participates in the organization of the production for the feature film and/or animated television series. He is assigned to a specific department or group of departments and is an integral part of the management structure of the team. Under the supervision of the Production Manager, the Coordinator’s main responsibility is to ensure that production runs smoothly while working in close collaboration with the project’s Supervisors.

Responsibilities:

• Plan the workload for the assigned department(s) in collaboration with the corresponding Supervisor;
• Receive packages from the clients, organize the material and provide the necessary elements for the work of artists and Supervisors;
• Assign tasks and deadlines for artists in collaboration with the department Supervisor and in accordance with the available studio resources;
• Ensure that deadlines are met for each task, verify and adjust the schedule accordingly and inform the Production Manager if there are any delays;
• In collaboration with the Supervisor of the department, ensure that deadlines are met for each task assigned to the artists, daily verifications and adjustments of schedules;
• Organize and keep track of validations;
• Ensure the progress of tasks (to do/in progress/left to do), validations and solutions to problems in the department(s) while maintaining weekly production reports for the Production Manager;
• Organize and/or participate in production meetings (i.e. dailies, weeklies and client reviews and presentations);
• Maintain the organization of the server and asset manager (Shotgun) and update the production documents;
• Maintain communication between the different departments and member of production;
• Establish or improve procedures to increase data transfers between departments;
• Maintain good relations and team dynamic;
• Communicate important and relevant information to the team and ensure it is understood and applied to the project;
• Assist and actively participate in supervision meetings;
• Organize daily rounds with the artists to maintain communications and to answer questions related to the production;
• Organize deliveries to clients or other recipients;
• Act as an interlocutor between the administration department and the artists;
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of work experience in a film production environment, animated TV series or visual effects;
• Excellent organizational and management skills;
• Ability to coordinate a team of at least 10 people;
• Ability to work and communicate efficiently with various personalities and different work styles;
• Excellent administrative and word processing skills: thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Ability to work independently and within a team;
• Ability to anticipate problems related to the project’s development as a whole;
• High level of initiative, flexibility and discretion;
• Knowledge of an asset manager such as SHOTGUN is a plus;
• Knowledge of animation and/or video games production and a familiarity with 3D language/vocabulary;
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple tasks at a time while remaining efficient and mindful of strict deadlines in a high pressure environment;
• Bilingual (English and French).

Only the selected candidates will be contacted. Please note that you may be asked to provide references. L’Atelier Animation is an equal opportunity employer. L’Atelier animation takes care of the well-being of its employees and offers a range of benefits: group health insurance, sick days, a basket of fresh fruit, social activities, etc

Annual Salary : To be discussed

Planned start date :

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CASTING REAL PEOPLE!

RECEIVE $1,000-$2,000+ EACH, FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING.

CASTING PEOPLE WHO CARE FOR A SENIOR (65+) IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA TO APPEAR IN A TOUCHING MEDICAL ALERT DEVICE COMMERCIAL FOR A MAJOR CANADIAN BRAND!

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA. NOTE THAT BOTH YOU AND THE SENIOR YOU ARE APPLYING WITH MUST BE FULLY IMMUNIZED AGAINST COVID-19 IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE.

We’re seeking individuals, ages 30-60, in the Greater Toronto Area who care for a senior 65 years of age or over. The senior could be a family member or close friend. We are open to hearing from individuals and caregivers who support a senior medically, administratively and/or emotionally. Please note that we are not looking for PSWs/nurses or medical professionals, we are looking for people who have a personal connection with a senior.

Do you care for a family member or friend? Do you check in regularly with a loved one or neighbour, or spend quality time with them? Do you want to tell a senior how much you care about them and their safety? If so, we want to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE:

– All notes below apply to you and the senior you are applying with.

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

– Strict COVID-19 safety protocol will be adhered to during the production of this commercial and it will be produced in accordance with public health guidelines at the time of filming. For more information, please visit: https://www.theaccp.tv/

– To apply, you MUST be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

– If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on December 1st.

– If selected, you MUST be available for a COVID test between December 2nd-6th. You will only be required briefly on one day.

– If selected, you MUST be available for filming during the week of December 6th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep all the dates available until booked.

– If booked, you will each receive $75 for a covid test appointment and $1,000 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $1,000.

URGENT! Milo Casting is seeking Trombone or Trumpet players for an Arthouse Photography shoot with one of Canada’s most Prominent Photographers!

Looking For

• You are  brass instrument player with a preference for Trombone or Trumpet players who have their own instrument 
• You are 18 yrs or older of any gender identity and ethnicity 
• You live in or near Toronto/GTA
• Previous on set experience not necessary 

Details & Submission Information 

Those chosen for this campaign will be paid $200 for a 2hr shoot and copy of the art piece for your collection! 

You must be available for these key dates:

• No Live Auditions! This will be a direct booking

SHOOT:   November 18th, 19th, or 20th (You will be needed for 1 of these days for 2 hrs) 

• *Extensive covid safety protocols will be in place for the shoot, 

Please submit ASAP! 

**If an agent represents you please allow them to submit you for this project

*Ontario Residents Only

Position Function:The primary function of the Production Assistant is to assist any operators in the Department.Work Performed:Assists the Operator with various duties as needed, such as:Changing the rollsFilling glue potsTending bagsStacking finished goods boxes on skidsWatching machine while runningGeneral cleaningAdheres to all requirements of Color Ad’s Food Safety Program. Reports any issues noticed to a member of the Food Safety Team.General: Any other duties as assigned by management.Education and Experience:Minimum Grade 12 educationAble to multi-task in a fast-paced production environmentExperience in a print environment is an assetPhysical Capabilities:Capable of lifting heavy loadsFrequent walkingFrequent standing for extended periods of timeExposure to moderate noise and odors

Color Ad Packaging, Ltd.

Industrial Light & Magic

CASTING NON UNION HOCKEY PLAYERS AND OTHER BACKGROUND $200-$250 – TORONTO

A Non union commercial for a crypto currency app is looking for background on Nov 16 and 17th in Toronto. We are looking for business professionals and hockey player roles. Due to locations, all talent must provide proof of double vaccination. Both dates are daytime shoots. 

ROLES/RATES

Business Professional: $200. All genders, 40-55. Clean cut looks. Tuesday, Nov 16. 

Hockey Player $250 (must have own ice skates and gear). All genders 25-45. Must be proficient playing ice hockey. We are also specifically looking for someone with goalie gear. Wednesday, Not 17th. 

NOW CASTING PROJECT GOOGLE – ACTRA 

A digital ad for Google, celebrating 20 years of making an impact in Canada.

Auditions: Self-Tape 

Callback Date: Wednesday November 17, 2021 Virtual via Zoom – TBC

Shooting Starts: Sunday November 21, 2021 Toronto, ON

Rates: ACTRA Scale

Markets: 1 year online

Roles:

SOC – Grandparent – All – 65 To 75

• All ethnicities. Kind and friendly.

SOC – Child – All – 7 To 9

• All ethnicities. Shy, quiet demeanour.

SOC – Father – Male – 40 To 50

• Middle Eastern.

SOC – Mother – Female – 40 To 50

• Middle Eastern.

SOC – Boy – Male – 7 To 10

• Middle Eastern. Curious and expressive eyes.

SOC – Girl – Female – 10 To 13

• Middle Eastern.

SOC – Adult – All – 20 To 25

• All ethnicities. Easygoing. Sincere and approachable.

SOC – Child – All – 7 To 12

• White. Curious disposition but in a quiet, pensive way.

SOC – Teen – Female – 13 To 15

• All ethnicities. Intellectual. Confident and independent.

Milo Casting is paying $2000+ for Indigenous Canadians in Ontario and Quebec to share their stories on receiving Tax Benefits for a Commercial for the CRA!  

Seeking: 

You are an Indigenous Canadian (19 yrs of age or older) who has received one of the following Tax Benefits:

Canada child benefit: A parent with their child/children, under the age of 18, who has received the Canada Child Benefit within the last 3yrs. 

Disability tax credit: An adult who has claimed the disability tax credit and is receiving it or has received it within the last 3yrs.

Canada workers benefit: A worker of any age that is not a student and received the Canada workers benefit within the last 3yrs.

GST/HST credit: An adult who has received the GST/HST credit within the last 3yrs.

Free tax clinics: An adult who has received help to do their taxes from a free tax clinic through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program within the last 3yrs.

You would like to share your story on the impact of receiving one of the above Tax benefits. 

We are seeking both English speakers and French speakers for each benefit category listed above!

Details & Submission Information: 

Those chosen for this campaign will be paid $2000-$3500+ for a 1 day shoot

NOW CASTING

I DON’T KNOW WHO YOU ARE

Feature Film

NON-UNION

Writer/Director: MH Murray

Producers: Martine Brouillet & Victoria Long

Casting Director: Jesse Griffiths

Casting Assistants: Tanu Ravi & Leah Galloway

Shoot Date: November 26th – December 12th 2021

Location: Toronto, ON

Storyline: Benjamin, a working class gay man living in Toronto, struggles to obtain expensive healthcare after being assaulted by a stranger.

ROLES

• [MALCOLM] 25 to 45 years old, all ethnicities male. Malcolm is a tall, strong man with a beautiful smile who is sensitive and in touch with his emotions. Malcolm is HIV positive but is undetectable and lives a healthy life, but is still unpacking some trauma surrounding his experience. He works as a handyman and plumber and has a steady income, and is therefore looking for something more serious when it comes to romantic relationships. He is kind, sensitive, but a bit guarded. He likes to work with his hands. 4-5 DAYS. $300.00/day. NOTE: Partial nudity required – Actor will be topless, and buttocks shown from behind. One short scene where implied intimacy is required. LEAD
• [ARIEL] 25 to 39 years old, all ethnicities gender fluid/non-binary person. Ariel is Benjamin’s best friend who is queer and gender-fluid. They are bubbly, colourful, fun, effervescent, sarcastic and the most loyal friend anyone could ask for. They are empathetic, but aren’t afraid to tell people the truth or express what they think about any given situation. No Nudity Required. 4 – 5 DAYS. $180.00/day PRINCIPAL
• [OSCAR] 25 to 39 years old, all ethnicities male. Oscar is a “bad boy” who is charming but a bit careless. He is Benjamin’s ex-boyfriend and they used to make music and tour together. He is handsome, but a bit rough, and he likes to show off his body whenever he gets a chance. Oscar jumps from relationship to relationship and often has trouble staying loyal to one person. 1 DAY. $180.00/day. NOTE: No nudity required but actor must be comfortable having shoulders rubbed/hugging by another actor in the scene. PRINCIPAL

SHORT FILM | VOLUNTEER

Vancouver, BC, Canada (Locals Only Please)

Must be willing to work in all types of weather.

Must be comfortable working with horses, previous experience is a bonus.

Target Shoot Dates: Jan / Feb 2022

Project Synopsis: Surviving family vacations takes on a grave new meaning when a young teen finds herself separated from her mother and running for her life in the midst of a camping trip deep in the woods.

*Sides for self tapes will be sent after applying*

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Role: MELANIE

Late 30’s to Early 50’s

Female

Supporting Main

Any Ethnicity

Melanie tries her best to support her daughter while keeping Karl happy. But when push comes to shove, she’ll always stand up for Ailee. She longs to give her daughter a strong family upbringing and hopes Ailee and Karl will finally bond.

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Role: KARL

40’s to 50’s

Male

Supporting Main

Any Ethnicity

Growing up with an abusive father has left marks on Karl that others can’t see, with an obsessive need to be loved. He tries to be a good presence, but his aggressive need for control might push Melanie and Ailee away.

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BACKGROUND ROLES

Hunters – X1 Scene | Age 20+ | Any Ethnicity

Cops – X1 Scene | Age 20+ | Any Ethnicity