Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Male Voice-Over Artist for Regional Marketing Campaign

Job Description

A regional destination marketing campaign is seeking a non-union male voice-over artist with a deeper, natural voice. The ideal voice talent can deliver playful and quirky commercial reads while keeping the performance authentic and grounded. Recording can take place in Halifax or from the performer’s professional remote studio.

Job Responsibilities

• Record professional voice-over content for a regional marketing campaign.
• Deliver playful, quirky, and natural commercial reads.
• Follow creative direction and adjust delivery when requested.
• Maintain an authentic performance without sounding cheesy or overly theatrical.
• Provide broadcast-quality recordings when working remotely.

Requirements

• Male voice-over talent.
• Ages 30–65.
• All ethnicities are welcome and diversity is encouraged.
• Deeper male vocal quality.
• Strong ability to deliver natural, playful, and quirky reads.
• Access to a professional remote recording studio if not recording in Halifax.

Compensation

• $500.
• Rate covers one 30-second TV spot, one 15-second online video, and one 30-second digital audio spot.
• Includes one-year regional media usage for TV, online, radio, and digital audio.

Job Description

Salma Fashion is seeking models for an upcoming brand shoot in Ottawa. The company is looking for confident, camera-ready talent to represent its modest fashion brand across professional promotional content. Selected models will be featured in imagery used on the company’s website, social media channels, and other marketing materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Model Salma Fashion clothing for an upcoming brand shoot.
• Pose naturally and confidently in front of the camera.
• Follow creative direction from the photography and production team.
• Represent the brand professionally throughout the shoot.
• Participate in photo and promotional content intended for digital platforms.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.
• Must be comfortable having images used on websites, social media, and other promotional content.
• Must be available to work in Ottawa.
• Professional and confident on-camera presence.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

“We Were Liars” Season 2 is casting background performers for an extravagant gala scene filming in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The production is seeking talent to portray wealthy and influential Martha’s Vineyard gala guests, with formal wardrobe, hair, and makeup provided as needed. New faces and present-day background performers are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale gala guest in a large ballroom scene.
• Work as background alongside members of the series cast.
• Participate in a required wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Maintain continuity across all required shoot days.

Requirements

• Must reside and pay taxes in Nova Scotia.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must have full availability for all three shoot days.
• Must be prepared for long production days that may exceed 12 hours.
• Must have a flexible schedule for a wardrobe fitting in HRM.
• Reliable transportation to and from set is required.
• Applicants with their own formal gown or tuxedo are encouraged to mention it.
• Not open to 1999 or Season 1 background performers.

Compensation

• Paid background work.
• Non-union rate: $16.75 per hour.
• Union performers: ACTRA background rates.

Job Description

TMH is seeking a male child photo double for an upcoming production filming across Toronto and Mississauga. Casting directors are looking for a brunette child who closely matches the required physical specifications. Piano-playing experience is also being sought for hand-double work, although separate performers may be considered for the photo and hand double roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a child performer during production.
• Match the required appearance, height, size, and physical characteristics.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform hand-double scenes involving piano playing if qualified.
• Maintain consistent appearance throughout the production.

Requirements

• Male, ages 10–14.
• Caucasian with brunette hair.
• Height between 4’9″ and 5’0″.
• Approximately 80 lbs.
• Clothing size 12–14.
• Piano-playing experience preferred for hand-double work.
• Must be available to work in Toronto and Mississauga.

Compensation

• $284.50/8 hours under IPA photo double rates.
• Overtime: $53.25/hour.

Job Description

We Were Liars Season 2 is casting a large group of background performers for an extravagant present-day gala scene filming in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Production is seeking adults to portray wealthy and influential gala guests, along with high-end event staff. These are continuity roles, and selected performers must be available for both filming days. New faces and present-day background performers are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale gala guest or professional event staff member.
• Participate in large ballroom scenes alongside principal cast members and other background performers.
• Follow direction from the production, wardrobe, hair, and makeup teams.
• Event staff performers will portray high-end servers and wait staff.
• Remain available for full shoot days, which may involve extended hours.

Requirements

• Gala Guests: Ages 18–75 approximately.
• Event Staff: Ages 18–50 approximately.
• Must be a Nova Scotia resident, pay taxes in Nova Scotia, and be legally permitted to work in Canada.
• Must be available for both filming days due to continuity requirements.
• Gala guests must have flexibility to attend a wardrobe fitting in HRM.
• Applicants with their own tuxedo or formal floor-length gown should mention this when applying.
• Event staff should highlight any previous service or hospitality industry experience.
• Event staff must provide black dress shoes, black dress pants, a black belt, and a white shirt; remaining costume pieces will be provided.
• Performers previously used as 1999 or Season One background should not apply for these roles.

Compensation

• ACTRA background performer rates apply for union talent.
• Non-union rate: $16.75 per hour.

Funeral Attendees for “We Were Liars” Season 2

Job Description

“We Were Liars” Season 2 is seeking background actors to portray funeral attendees in a 1999-era scene. This background casting opportunity is open to adults and seniors who can work locally on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Selected talent will help create an authentic and respectful funeral scene appropriate to the period.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a funeral attendee in a 1999-era background scene.
• Perform naturally and appropriately within a funeral setting.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Help create an authentic period atmosphere as background talent.

Requirements

• Ages 18–75.
• Must be able to portray a funeral attendee.
• Must be comfortable working as a background actor.
• Must be local to the South Shore, Nova Scotia area.
• Must be able to follow production direction and maintain appropriate on-set behavior.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate details will be discussed with selected talent.

Job Description

MIM Models is holding an open model call in Ottawa for new commercial and lifestyle models. The agency is seeking both children and adults interested in modeling opportunities, with no previous professional experience or portfolio required. Selected applicants will have the opportunity to meet directly with the MIM Models talent team.

Job Responsibilities

• Meet with the MIM Models talent team during the open call.
• Present yourself naturally and professionally for consideration.
• Be open to commercial and lifestyle modeling opportunities.
• Follow any additional direction provided by the talent team.

Requirements

• Children ages 4–13.
• Adults ages 25–70.
• No previous modeling experience required.
• No professional portfolio required.
• Must be able to attend the model call in Ottawa.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.

Job Description

The TV series “We Were Liars” Season 2 is casting background performers to portray Vineyard Passersby in a 1999-era scene filming in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. The production is seeking diverse male and female talent ages 18 and older who can naturally fit an upscale but casual Martha’s Vineyard-inspired setting. This casting call is specifically for 1990s-era background talent or new faces. Performers who previously appeared as Season 1 or present-day background talent should not submit for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Vineyard passerby in background scenes set in 1999.
• Wear wardrobe appropriate for an upscale but casual 1990s Martha’s Vineyard look.
• Follow direction from the production and background casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and remain available for the full filming commitment.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 18 and older.
• Must be a Nova Scotia resident and eligible to work in Canada.
• Must have reliable transportation to the Lunenburg filming location.
• Must be available for the entire shoot day with no conflicting commitments.
• Must be either a new face or suitable for 1999-era background work.
• Season 1 and present-day background performers should not apply for this role.
• Recent, accurate photos and current measurements/sizing are required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.

Compensation

• ACTRA background rates apply for union performers.
• Non-union rate: $16.75 as listed in the casting notice.

TV Project – Child Speaking Roles

Job Description

A television project filming in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking two young performers for paid on-camera roles. The production is looking for a Black/African American boy ages 6–9 for a role with several lines and an outgoing, imaginative Caucasian girl ages 4–6 for a role with potential to recur. Previous professional set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role for a television project.
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently when required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in multiple workdays if booked.
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black/African American boy, ages 6–9.
• Seeking a Caucasian girl, ages 4–6.
• Girl should have an outgoing and imaginative personality.
• Previous set experience is preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.
• Must be available as a local hire in Vancouver, Canada.
• Must be available for multiple workdays if required.

Compensation

• UBCP rate.
• 110% buyout.