Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Large Male Actor for Furniture Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A furniture commercial campaign is casting a large male performer for an upcoming production filming in Toronto. Casting directors are seeking a towering, rugged individual with a commanding presence reminiscent of a mountain man or Viking-inspired character. This paid union opportunity is open to talent across Canada, with travel, accommodations, and per diem provided for those living outside the Toronto area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a furniture commercial campaign.
• Follow direction from the director and creative team.
• Participate in professional commercial filming in Toronto.
• Collaborate with wardrobe, hair, and makeup to achieve the desired look.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–60.
• Minimum height of 6’3″.
• Large build with a rugged, mountain man appearance.
• Longer hair and beard are preferred but not required.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Scandinavian, weathered, explorer, Viking, or 1800s fur trader-inspired look is a plus.
• Must be able to work in Toronto.
• ACTRA union project.

Compensation

• Approximately $2,500 CAD.
• Additional usage fees for television and digital campaigns, where applicable.
• Travel, accommodations, and per diem provided for selected talent traveling from outside Toronto.

Indigenous Talent for Public Awareness Campaign

Job Description

A public awareness campaign is seeking Indigenous talent from South British Columbia for a paid commercial photoshoot. Casting directors are looking for real people as well as actors to participate in this meaningful campaign. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for Indigenous talent to be featured in a professional public awareness project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a public awareness campaign photoshoot.
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams.
• Represent the campaign in an authentic and professional manner.
• Collaborate with the production team during the scheduled shoot.

Requirements

• Open to BC First Nations applicants only.
• Seeking masculine-presenting individuals ages 20–30.
• Seeking feminine-presenting individuals ages 50 and older.
• Seeking individuals ages 20–30 who identify as Two-Spirit or LGBTQ+.
• No acting experience is required.
• Must be able to work in the Vancouver area.

Compensation

• $1,200 paid opportunity.
• Professional photoshoot for a public awareness campaign.

Child Speaking Roles for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial is casting four child actors for paid speaking roles in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This exciting commercial opportunity is open to children of all ethnicities and genders between the ages of 5 and 11. No prior professional experience is required, making it a great opportunity for young performers to gain on-camera experience in a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role in a commercial production.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in filming at multiple locations.
• Deliver dialogue confidently and professionally.
• Maintain a positive attitude throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Children ages 5–11.
• Open to all ethnicities and genders.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be able to work locally in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
• Must be available for one filming day.
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera.

Compensation

• $500 flat rate per child.
• One-day commercial shoot.
• Paid speaking role in a professional production.

Non-Union Local Talent for Paid Project

Job Description

A paid production is casting non-union local talent in Kamloops, British Columbia for an upcoming project. Casting directors are seeking individuals in their early to mid-40s who enjoy live music, dancing, and spending time outdoors. This is a great opportunity for local performers to appear in a professionally produced project filming in the Kamloops area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in scenes for a paid production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate naturally in scenes involving live music and outdoor activities.
• Maintain a professional attitude on set.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Local to the Kamloops, British Columbia area.
• Early to mid-40s.
• Must be fully available for the scheduled filming date.
• Comfortable with live music, dancing, and outdoor settings.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Professional on-set experience.
• Local production in Kamloops.

Hair Models for Professional Styling Class

Job Description

A professional salon is seeking two hair models for an exclusive styling class led by a Schwarzkopf Professional educator. This is a great opportunity for individuals with medium-length hair to receive a professional hairstyling service while participating in an educational beauty event. Casting directors are looking for models who are comfortable being filmed during the class.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a hair model during a professional styling demonstration.
• Follow the educator’s and salon team’s instructions throughout the session.
• Be comfortable being photographed and filmed for educational content.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude during the event.

Requirements

• Seeking two hair models.
• Must have medium-length hair.
• Comfortable being filmed during the styling class.
• Available to participate in the scheduled educational session.
• Willing to receive a professional hairstyling service.

Compensation

• Receive a complimentary professional hairstyling service.
• Opportunity to work with a Schwarzkopf Professional educator.
• Gain experience as a featured hair model in an educational beauty event.

Volunteer Cast for Historical Indie Short Film

Job Description

A non-union independent short film is casting lead, supporting, and child roles for a historical drama filming in Vancouver, British Columbia. Set in 1892 Nova Scotia, the story follows an isolated young woman whose friendship uncovers a dark family secret. Casting directors are seeking passionate performers for this volunteer production, which offers on-set experience, meals, and screen credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historically inspired characters in a dramatic short film.
• Perform scripted scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout production.
• Help bring an emotional period story to life.

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Blythe (Lead): Female, ages 18–25, European or African/Black ethnicity. A compassionate and creative young woman with dreams beyond her isolated life.
  • Agatha (Lead): Female, ages 18–25, European ethnicity. Curious, devoted, and charismatic with a mysterious family background.
  • Mary (Supporting): Female, ages 35–55, European or African/Black ethnicity. Strong-willed, caring, and hardworking with six lines of dialogue.
  • Henry: Male, ages 8–12, European or African/Black ethnicity. Quiet, responsible, and respectful. No dialogue.
• Must be able to work in Vancouver, British Columbia.
• Comfortable performing in a period drama set in the late 1800s.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• Screen credit.
• Gain experience working on an independent short film.

Job Description

An independent dramatic comedy short film is casting three actors for a non-union, unpaid production in Calgary, Alberta. The film explores themes of personal growth, family relationships, and mental health through an emotional yet humorous story. Virtual auditions are being accepted, making this a great opportunity for actors interested in independent filmmaking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the featured characters in a short film.
• Participate in virtual auditions if selected.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally driven performances.

Requirements

• Non-union actors.
• Casting the following roles:
  • Pete: Male, mid to late 30s.
  • Lena: Female, late 20s to early 30s.
  • Pete’s Mother: Female, mid to late 60s.
• Comfortable performing material that includes themes of mental health and substance abuse.
• Available for filming in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Opportunity to build your acting portfolio and gain independent film experience.

Job Description

An independent psychological drama short film is seeking a producer to join the development and production team in Toronto. This non-union, unpaid opportunity is ideal for a producer who wants to take an active role in shaping a film from pre-production through completion. The project features surreal, time-bending elements and has an established script, an attached First Assistant Director, and ongoing grant and crowdfunding initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with fundraising, sponsorship outreach, and crowdfunding efforts.
• Help secure and coordinate filming locations.
• Build and maintain production schedules and timelines with the assistant director.
• Assist with crew recruitment and key hiring decisions.
• Support grant applications and production logistics.
• Participate in development and planning meetings.
• Help identify production challenges and develop practical solutions.

Requirements

• Previous producing or production management experience preferred.
• Interested in being actively involved throughout development and production.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Submit:
  • Brief introduction
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Gain experience on an independent short film with active development plans.

Open Casting Call for Dance Short Film

Job Description

A finalist project for the Innovate Dance Film Showcase is casting union and non-union performers for the upcoming short film Along the Road. Filming will take place in Metro Vancouver, with rehearsals scheduled in mid-July and production at the end of the month. This magical realism dance film explores themes of friendship, heritage, and cultural connection across generations.

Casting directors are seeking performers with movement experience for multiple roles. Lion dance experience is a strong asset for one featured child role, while movement or dance experience is preferred for most adult characters. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s featured or supporting characters.
• Participate in scheduled movement rehearsals before filming.
• Perform choreographed movement and dramatic scenes on camera.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to both union and non-union performers.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Available for rehearsals on July 16–22.
• Available for filming on July 30–31 in Metro Vancouver.
• Submit a headshot, demo reel, and CV.

Roles Available

• Rian – Chinese child, open gender (approximately age 9), curious and energetic with movement or dance experience. Lion dance experience is a strong asset.
• Indian Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Good comedic timing is a plus.
• Chinese Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Comfortable portraying a gentle daily park stroll.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected performers.
• Work on an Innovate Dance Film Showcase finalist project.
• Gain professional film and dance performance experience.

Teen Male Actor Casting for Recurring TV Series Role

Job Description

A television series based on the iconic Canadian film Meatballs is casting a teen male actor for a large recurring role. Casting directors are seeking talented performers from Ontario or Quebec for this exciting television opportunity. Filming will take place outside the Montreal area, and selected talent must be available throughout the production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a recurring character in the television series.
• Participate in filming throughout the production schedule.
• Follow direction from the production team during rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the project.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 13–15.
• Must reside in Ontario or Quebec.
• Available for the full production schedule.
• Able to film outside the Montreal area.
• Strong acting ability and interest in a recurring television role.

Compensation

• Paid recurring television role.
• Opportunity to appear in a series based on the iconic Canadian film Meatballs.
• Gain professional television acting experience.