Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

“Country Rescue” Casting Call for Female Background Talent

Job Description

The non-union production “Country Rescue” is seeking three female background performers for filming in Newmarket. The production is looking for diverse, attractive Hallmark-type talent who can bring a polished and natural presence to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in scenes for “Country Rescue.”
• Portray the requested polished, Hallmark-style look on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 25–35.
• Seeking three diverse performers.
• Attractive, polished Hallmark-type appearance.
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be able to self-drive to Newmarket.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

ACTRA Cyclists with Bikes Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking four ACTRA performers in their 20s–30s to work as cyclists in an exterior scene. Selected talent must be able to bring a bicycle and perform natural cycling-related background actions as directed by the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a cyclist in an exterior production scene.
• Bring and use a bicycle as required for filming.
• Perform natural cycling and background actions on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.

Requirements

• Performers in their 20s–30s.
• ACTRA members only.
• Four cyclists are needed.
• Must have access to a bicycle and be able to bring it to production.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

ACTRA Athletic Young Men Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking four athletic young male ACTRA performers to appear in an exterior scene. Selected talent will portray young men walking away from a tennis court while carrying tennis rackets. No tennis playing is required for this background role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an athletic young man leaving a tennis court.
• Walk naturally while carrying a tennis racket as a prop.
• Perform background actions as directed by the production team.
• Maintain a professional and natural on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Male performers in their 20s–30s.
• Athletic appearance.
• ACTRA members only.
• Four performers are needed.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• No tennis experience is required.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

ACTRA Park Walkers in Their 20s Casting Call

Job Description

A Toronto production is seeking three ACTRA performers in their 20s to portray Park Walkers in an exterior scene. Selected background actors will perform natural park activity while following direction from the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Park Walker in an exterior scene.
• Perform natural walking and background actions on camera.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements

• Performers in their 20s.
• ACTRA members only.
• Three performers are needed.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.
• Must meet the production’s eligibility requirements regarding previous work on the project.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply

Petite Women for Elf Look-Alike Commercial Role

Job Description

A production is seeking petite women to portray elf look-alike characters for an upcoming non-union project filming in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Talent of all ethnicities is encouraged to submit for this unique on-camera opportunity.

This casting call is ideal for performers with a distinctive look who can bring fantasy-inspired characters to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an elf-inspired character on camera.
• Participate in scheduled production sessions.
• Work with wardrobe and production teams to create the desired character appearance.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the project.

Requirements

• Women ages 25-35.
• Must be 5’5″ or under.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available for filming in Toronto/GTA.
• Non-union performers welcome.

Compensation

• Session pay: $600.
• Wardrobe fee: $75.
• Usage fee: $2,800.

$250/Day Casting Call for Background Talent

Job Description

Casting 5 non-union background actors for a commercial brand campaign filming in Burnaby, BC. Talent will portray shoppers and retail staff in non-speaking, action-based background roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray shoppers and retail staff on camera
• Follow natural, action-based direction
• Be available for the full overnight filming window

Requirements

• Non-union background actors
• Available Friday, October 2, approximately 8:00 PM-4:00 AM

Compensation

• $250 CAD, full buyout in perpetuity

Female Rancher for Major Vancouver Commercial

Job Description

A major non-union commercial is casting a female rancher with hands-on ranch experience for a Vancouver production. The team is seeking a woman ages 30-50 who is comfortable around horses and understands ranch life.

This role is designed for authentic performers who can showcase real equestrian and agricultural experience in a commercial setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an experienced rancher on camera.
• Demonstrate confidence working with horses and ranch environments.
• Follow creative direction during the commercial shoot.
• Participate in production activities including callbacks, fitting, and filming.

Requirements

• Woman ages 30-50.
• Must have experience with horses and working on a ranch.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Open to talent anywhere in British Columbia.
• Must be available for callbacks October 7-8, wardrobe fitting October 18-19, and shoot dates October 21-25, 2026.

Compensation

• Pay: $600 per 10-hour shoot day.
• Travel and holdover days: $450 per day.
• Final cut buyout: $6,000 CAD per person.
• Represented talent receives an additional 15% agency fee.

Male Farmer for Major Vancouver Commercial

Job Description

A major non-union commercial is searching for a male farmer with authentic farming experience for a Vancouver production. The casting team is seeking a man ages 50-60 who can bring real agricultural knowledge and a natural on-camera presence.

This opportunity is open to performers throughout British Columbia who have firsthand farming experience and are comfortable working in a commercial environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as an experienced farmer.
• Represent farming skills and lifestyle authentically.
• Work professionally with the commercial production team.
• Participate in scheduled production activities.

Requirements

• Man ages 50-60.
• Must have real farming experience.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Must be available in Vancouver for production dates.
• Must be available for callbacks October 7-8, wardrobe fitting October 18-19, and shoot dates October 21-25, 2026.

Compensation

• Pay: $600 per 10-hour shoot day.
• Travel and holdover days: $450 per day.
• Final cut buyout: $6,000 CAD per person.
• Represented talent receives an additional 15% agency fee.