Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Jigsaw Casting is seeking ALL Walmart Shoppers across Canada for a TV Campaign!

SELECTED PARTICIPANTS WILL BE COMPENSATED WITH $3,500 PER HOUSEHOLD (FLAT RATE) FOR THEIR TIME.

• Are you or your family avid Walmart shoppers? Do you depend on Walmart’s everyday low prices to help you manage your household budget?
• We want to hear how Walmart helps you save money and, in doing so, makes your life a little easier and helps you and your family live better!
• Share your stories about how saving money at Walmart has helped you make the most out of life, whether that’s pulling off memorable events, experiences or even simple, but special, everyday moments for the ones you love.

This is an ACTRA 706 campaign. Non members / All Walmart Shoppers are welcome to apply!

We are looking for real stories from everyday relatable Individuals and families. Open to all ages but you must be over 18 to fill out the application online. Families can assign one adult to apply on behalf of everyone.

ZOOM INTERVIEW: TBD

WARDROBE AND COVID TEST: TBD

SHOOT: November 12 – 17, 2021. (one day, tbd which day) Filming location will be in your area.

Production and talent will follow all COVID SAFETY ON SET PROTOCOL, COVID test will be required for everyone except children under the age of 3.

NOW CASTING ESCAPING THE NAZIS – HEROES OF THE HOLOCAUST (NON UNION)

The series depicts true stories of the unsung heroes of WWII; how they accomplished dramatic feats and what motivated them to stand on the right side of history of Nazi terror.

Auditions: Picture Casting/Virtual/Possible In-Person

Shooting starts: Monday October 25, 2021 – North York, ON

Shooting finishes: 2nd shoot day – TBA (Hamilton)

Rate: Non Speaking: $220/day and Background: $150/day

Comments:

Looking for 1940’s Eastern European faces for dramatic reenactment scenes. WWII period – no facial hair, piercings, visible tattoos, etc. 

All Covid safety protocols will be followed. Talent must be double vaccinated.

Roles: 

• (Non Speaking)- Young Fishel
  • Male 7 – 10 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Short in height.
• (Non Speaking) – Fishel’s Mom
  • Female 28 – 34 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Slim build. No taller than 5’4”.
• (Non Speaking) – Fishel’s Dad
  • Male 28 – 34 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Slim build. No taller than 5’7”.
• (Non Speaking) – Kravchuk
  • Male 35 – 45 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. A farmer, hero. Rugged, healthy-build, and salt of the earth.
• (Non Speaking) – Nun
  • Female 28 – 35 yrs.
  • White. A woman of faith. Kind eyes, innocent but stoic.
• (Non Speaking) – Eva
  • Female 3 – 4 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White.
• (Background) – Aunt
  • Female 25 – 30 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Attractive, slim, no taller than 5’4”.
• (Background) – Young Cousin
  • Male 5 – 8 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Small for their age.
• (Background) – Farmer
  • Male 30 – 45 yrs. 
  • White.
• (Background) – Soldier
  • Male 25 – 40 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. Athletic.
• (Background) – Young Soldier
  • Male 20 – 30 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White.
• (Background) – Officer
  • Male 35 – 40 yrs.
  • Eastern European, White. 

UP Express

Commercial

UNION

Casting Director: Jesse Griffiths

Casting Assistants: Tanu Ravi & Leah Galloway

Shoot Dates: October 13th/14th or 15th 2021

Usage: OLV – 6 Months

Conflicts: N/A

COVID-19 NOTICE: Production will comply with applicable health and safety laws and regulations relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Actors will be required to comply with Production’s then-applicable COVID-19 protocols, including any advance testing and negative test result requirements.

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race, age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are seeking both Asian and South Asian actors for each role as we are casting for two variations of this commercial.

*ACTORS MUST BE DOUBLE VACCINATED DUE TO SHOOTING LOCATION*

ROLES

• [GRANDMOTHER #1] 60 to 85 years old, East Asian female. A large family are stuck in heavy traffic on the way to the airport. SOC
• [GRANDMOTHER #2] 60 to 85 years old, South Asian female. A large family are stuck in heavy traffic on the way to the airport. SOC
• [GRANDFATHER #1] 60 to 85 years old, East Asian male. A large family are stuck in heavy traffic on the way to the airport. SOC
• [GRANDFATHER #2] 60 to 85 years old, South Asian male. A large family are stuck in heavy traffic on the way to the airport. SOC

GROUNDGLASS is a premier casting company, we cast people just like you in commercials for brands such as Tim Hortons, Unilever, Johnnie Walker and Hyundai.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA.

CASTING PEOPLE, 18 YRS+, IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA, TO HELP PROMOTE BREAKING BARRIERS IN THE WORKPLACE IN A MEANINGFUL COMMERCIAL!

RECEIVE $750-$3,250+, FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING.

WE’RE SEEKING PEOPLE WHO HAVE FACED AND OVERCOME BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT DUE TO THEIR RACE, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, DISABILITY, ETC. IF SELECTED, YOUR STORY, EXPERIENCE, AND PARTICIPATION WILL HELP PROMOTE A MAJOR JOB WEBSITE BRAND AS IT SEEKS TO CREATE MORE EQUITABLE WORKPLACES.

WE ARE INTERESTED IN SHOWCASING AND CELEBRATING YOUR SUCCESS, NO MATTER HOW BIG OR SMALL. WE’RE OPEN TO ALL KINDS OF STORIES AND YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE CURRENTLY EMPLOYED TO PARTICIPATE!

We’re interested in people who work in a number of different sectors including but not limited to: construction, healthcare, retail, sales, banking, law, accounting, engineering, media, arts and IT/tech.

PLEASE NOTE:

• – This is a non-union project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and taking direction.
• – 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 during the week of October 18th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for a COVID test between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for a wardrobe appointment between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for filming between November 5th – 7th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep all the dates available until booked.
• – If booked, you will receive $75 for a covid test appointment, $100 for a wardrobe appointment (if required), and $750 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $2,500-$4,500, depending on use.

URGENT – CASTING NON UNION BG FOR OVERNIGHT SHOOT TOMORROW – ETOBICOKE $225

A commercial for a reward points program is casting Non Union background for an overnight shoot starting the evening of Oct 6. Shoot takes place in Etobicoke. 

Rate: $225

Location: Etobicoke

• Non Union

Date: Oct 6

Calltime: Approx 11:30PM (should be done around 4-5 AM)

COVID: Talent must show proof of double vaccination as of 2 weeks ago as filming will take place in a location that requires vaccine passport. Talent will also be rapid tested upon arrival. 

Roles:

• Women, white, Black or South Asian. 40-50. 
• Men, white or Black: 40-50. 

CASTING FATHERS!

RECEIVE $750-$3,250+, IF SELECTED

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA.

CASTING FATHERS WITH THEIR BABY IN A BIPOC COMMUNITY, TO HELP PROMOTE BREAKING BARRIERS IN THE WORKPLACE IN A MEANINGFUL COMMERCIAL!

• We’re seeking BIPOC fathers and their baby, ages 0-16 months, in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Do you work from home and take care of your baby? Are you a single father or a stay-at-home dad? We are open to all kinds of stories! We are also open to people who are not currently employed.

PLEASE NOTE:

• – This is a non-union project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and taking direction.
• – 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 during the week of October 18th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for a COVID test between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for a wardrobe appointment between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• – If selected, you MUST be available for filming between November 5th – 7th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep all the dates available until booked.
• – If booked, you will receive $75 for a covid test appointment, $100 for a wardrobe appointment (if required), and $750 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $2,500- $4,500, depending on use. 

IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 21ST.

THANKS FOR APPLYING!

Unexpected Killer is back for season 3 and is looking for talent and background. All filming takes place in the Hamilton area. Filming is mostly on weekdays, so weekday availability is essential. COVID restrictions may apply. This is a Non Union production.

Rates: $200-$300

Background rates: $15/h . We are currently only looking for adults for background. 

PCR Testing prior to talent coming on set will be required and coordinated with production if you are booked for a role. (Covid testing compensation $25)

We are searching for actors who match the contributors in the photos in casting call image, but we also have other roles to fill. We are also looking for younger versions for some of them as well. 

Hello,

We are currently looking for dancers, actresses and musicians for The Queen’s Ball: A Bridgerton Experience which will take place in Montreal.

To learn more about the casting calls and to apply, you can visit our career page : 

Thank you! 

NOW CASTING PROJECT SOCKS  – NON UNION 

A series of Christmas ads for a diabetic sock company.

Audition: Self-Tape

Shooting: Wednesday October 20th – Friday October 22nd 2021 in the GTA area

Rates: Santa: $500/day, Mrs. Claus: $500/day

Markets: Unlimited web usage

Roles: 

• Principal (PP) – Santa – Male – 50 To 70
• Larger-than-life personality, cheerful and joyful. A white beard is an asset, but not necessary. Required for a half-day, and two full days.
• Principal (PP) – Mrs. Claus – Female – 50 To 70

Feisty and inherently warm. Required for two full days.

CASTING MAKEUP ARTISTS

RECEIVE $750-$3,250+, IF SELECTED

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA.

CASTING MAKEUP ARTISTS, 18 YRS+, IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA, TO HELP PROMOTE BREAKING BARRIERS IN THE WORKPLACE IN A MEANINGFUL COMMERCIAL!

We’re seeking makeup artists who have faced and overcome barriers to employment due to their race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, etc. If selected, your story, experience, and participation will help promote a major job website brand as it seeks to create more equitable workplaces.

Are you a makeup artist for film, television, or theatre? Do you work at the makeup department of a store? Are you a makeup artist for private events? We are open to all kinds of jobs and stories and we want to showcase and celebrate your success, no matter how big or small. We are also open to people who are not currently employed.

PLEASE NOTE:

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

– 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 during the week of October 18th. You will only be required briefly on one day.

– If selected, you MUST be available for a COVID test between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.

– If selected, you MUST be available for a wardrobe appointment between October 31st – November 3rd. You will only be required briefly on one day.

– If selected, you MUST be available for filming between November 5th – 7th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep all the dates available until booked.

– If booked, you will receive $75 for a covid test appointment, $100 for a wardrobe appointment (if required), and $750 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $2,500- $4,500, depending on use. 

IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 21ST.

THANKS FOR APPLYING!

GROUNDGLASS is a premier casting company, we cast people just like you in commercials for brands such as Procter & Gamble, Tim Hortons, Unilever, Johnnie Walker, and Chevrolet.