Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Malakai (Lead Child Role, ACTRA)

Job Description
A student short film is casting a lead child actor for an outdoor story set around an isolated cabin and a mysterious forest. The project follows Malakai, a curious and energetic 10-year-old who becomes fascinated by the woods and the possibility of catching a bear. This is a character-driven role for a young performer who can bring imagination, warmth, and emotional truth to a cinematic coming-of-age mystery.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead child character in an outdoor narrative short film

• Work closely with the director to portray curiosity, wonder, and bravery

• Take direction well and maintain performance continuity across scenes

• Participate in physically active moments typical of outdoor storytelling

Requirements

• Male, age 10

• Black or mixed race

• Strong imagination, expressive presence, and ability to carry scenes

• Comfortable filming outdoors in a forest/cabin setting

• ACTRA production

Compensation

• Unpaid per ACTRA/IMU agreement for an 8+1 shoot day

• Overtime paid at 35% of the ACTRA IPA if incurred

• Travel and reimbursement not provided

Paid Weight Loss & Fitness Program Participants (Ages 30–50)

Job Description
A paid fitness transformation project is seeking real people in the Greater Toronto Area who are motivated to lose weight for health and lifestyle reasons. This opportunity follows participants through a structured 15-week program with coaching, progress check-ins, and filmed moments that may be used in a commercial-style campaign. No acting experience is required—just a positive attitude, comfort on camera, and a genuine commitment to improving your health.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a 15-week paid fitness and weight loss program with coaching support

• Complete regular progress check-ins and weekly content submissions (photos and weight updates)

• Take part in scheduled filmed workouts and content capture days

• Attend brief online and in-person sessions as required by the production schedule

• Communicate consistently with the coach and production team throughout the program

Requirements

• Ages 30–50

• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area and be able to film in Toronto

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Comfortable being filmed and interviewed (no acting experience needed)

• Must be available for:

  • A short online interview if shortlisted

  • An introduction call in late February

  • An in-person “before” shoot (1 day) in mid-February

  • The full 15-week program (late February to mid-June)

  • An in-person workout/content capture day (date TBD)

  • An in-person “after” shoot (2 days) during the week of late June

Compensation

• Receive $5,000 for participating in the 15-week program

• Total compensation range: $5,000–$9,500 (based on selection and campaign inclusion)

Documentary Re-Enactment Actress (Late 30s–Early 40s)

Job Description
A documentary production is urgently seeking an actress to portray a real person in re-enactment scenes. This is a non-union, paid role for talent who can match a specific look and bring authenticity to scripted moments. While the role involves speaking lines on set, the final project will use the real subject’s voice, so your recorded audio will not be used.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life subject in documentary re-enactment scenes

• Perform scripted lines for on-camera realism (audio will not be used in final edit)

• Follow direction from the director and re-enactment team

• Maintain continuity and match the requested look throughout filming

Requirements

• Female, late 30s to early 40s

• Caucasian

• Dark hair

• Plus-sized

• Must closely resemble the subject’s physicality from the provided reference image

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Montreal

Compensation

• $500 (half-day shoot)

• Non-union role

Female College Basketball Teams (TV Series)

Job Description
A new television series is seeking established female college basketball teams to appear on camera. This opportunity is open to competitive teams with strong chemistry and game-ready skills. Production is looking to book full teams (not individual players) to bring authentic college basketball energy to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a full college basketball team in a scripted TV series

• Play basketball at an intermediate to advanced level during filmed scenes

• Work together as a team to perform realistic gameplay and drills

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

Requirements

• Female college basketball teams only (existing teams, not individuals)

• Ages 18–25

• Intermediate to advanced basketball skill level

• Teams should include approximately 13 players

• Must be available for a full filming day

Compensation

• $370 for an 8-hour day

• Overtime paid beyond 8 hours

Kelowna Winter Campaign Model Open Call

Job Description
A winter photo campaign is looking for real Kelowna locals to be featured in a lifestyle shoot that celebrates everyday moments in the city. This is a great opportunity for authentic, camera-friendly people—men, women, and kids—who love their community and want to be part of a seasonal marketing campaign with a natural, real-life feel.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a lifestyle photo shoot for a winter campaign

• Follow simple direction while keeping your look and expressions natural

• Arrive on time and camera-ready for a professional set experience

• Represent everyday shopping and community moments on camera

Requirements

• Must be a real local from Kelowna

• Men, women, and kids are encouraged to apply

• Comfortable being photographed in a lifestyle setting

• Able to communicate reliably and follow scheduling instructions

Compensation

• Paid photo campaign opportunity (details provided if selected)

Tween Performers With Strong Circus Skills

Job Description
A potential television series is seeking tween-aged performers with authentically strong circus skills and abilities for leading roles in an ensemble-led show aimed at a tween audience. Acting experience is preferred but not required—what matters most is real circus ability and confident performance presence. This is a great opportunity for talented young performers who can bring high-level circus skills to a professional screen project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead character in a tween-focused television series

• Showcase authentic circus skills on camera as part of story-driven scenes

• Take direction from the creative team and adapt performance as needed

• Participate in the audition process, including possible self-tape requests

• Maintain professionalism and focus during rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Ages 10–18

• All ethnicities and all genders encouraged to apply

• Must have authentically strong circus skills and abilities (required)

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Must have Canadian work status

• Able to clearly share your skill level, training, and performance experience

Compensation

• Paid roles (compensation details provided upon selection)

East Asian Boy Photo Double Casting

Job Description
A production is casting an East Asian boy to work as a photo double. This paid opportunity is for child talent who can closely match specific measurements, including skin tone, hair, and overall size. Photo double work is detail-driven, so reliability and the ability to match continuity needs are key.

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a photo double for a child performer

• Match the required look and measurements for continuity

• Follow direction from the on-set team during setup and filming

• Be camera-ready and available for multiple takes as needed

Requirements

• East Asian boy

• Must closely match the following sizes:

  • Height: 4’4″

  • Weight: 64 lbs

  • Chest: 24″

  • Waist: 22.5″

  • Pant: 8–9

  • T-shirt: 8–10

  • Shoe: 1Y

• Must be available for all scheduled shoot days

• Parent/guardian must be able to coordinate communication and availability

Compensation

• Paid photo double role (rate provided upon selection)

Gen X / Boomer Man Content Creator Casting for Social Media Campaign

Job Description
A non-union social media campaign is casting one Gen X / Boomer man content creator for lifestyle-focused content centered on sports, athletics, and wellness. This paid opportunity is ideal for men with a confident, approachable presence who are comfortable on camera and can deliver authentic, social-first performances for branded content. Filming will take place in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Create on-camera lifestyle content for a social media campaign

• Perform naturally for photo and video content with an active, wellness-driven tone

• Follow creative direction while keeping delivery authentic and relatable

• Work professionally on set and collaborate with the production team

Requirements

• Gen X / Boomer man, ages 45–55

• All ethnicities and all body types encouraged to apply

• Interest in sports, athletics, and wellness

• Comfortable on camera with a confident, natural presence

• Social media or content creation experience is a plus

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• Paid non-union role (rate provided upon selection)

Gen X / Boomer Woman Content Creator Casting for Social Media Campaign

Job Description
A non-union social media campaign is casting one Gen X / Boomer woman content creator for lifestyle-focused content centered on wellness and everyday living. This paid opportunity is ideal for women with a confident, relatable presence who feel comfortable on camera and can represent authentic, real-life moments for social media platforms. Filming will take place in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Create on-camera lifestyle content for a social media campaign

• Perform naturally for photo and video content with a wellness-forward tone

• Follow creative direction while maintaining an authentic, approachable presence

• Collaborate professionally with the production team on set

Requirements

• Gen X / Boomer woman, ages 45–55

• All ethnicities and all body types encouraged to apply

• Interest in wellness and lifestyle content

• Comfortable on camera with a warm, confident presence

• Social media or content creation experience is a plus

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• $2,700

Millennial Man Content Creator Casting for Social Media Campaign

Job Description
A non-union social media campaign is casting one millennial man content creator for lifestyle content focused on athletics, wellness, and health. This paid opportunity is ideal for creators who are comfortable on camera and can deliver natural, social-first performance for branded content. Casting is open to all ethnicities and body types, with filming based in Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Create on-camera lifestyle content for a social media campaign (athletics, wellness, health)
• Follow creative direction while keeping delivery authentic, energetic, and relatable
• Perform for photo and video content designed for social platforms
• Work professionally on set and collaborate with the production team

Requirements

• Millennial man, ages 29–35
• All ethnicities and all body types encouraged to apply
• Interest in athletics, wellness, and health
• Comfortable on camera with a confident, natural presence
• Social media skills and content creation experience are a plus
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• $2,700