Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “Call It” is seeking a female actor in her 20s to portray Heather.  The story centers on Rob, a young man confronting adulthood and deciding whether to remain trapped by familiarity or risk pursuing a different future. Heather is described as a spectre of the unknown, appearing in the form of Rob’s past crush and visible only to him. She represents the possibilities he could pursue if he were willing to overcome his hesitation and take a risk.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Heather as Rob’s past crush and a representation of unrealized possibility.
• Create a mysterious yet emotionally grounded presence on screen.
• Build believable emotional history with the actor portraying Rob.
• Support the film’s themes of uncertainty, risk, regret, and adulthood.
• Deliver a nuanced performance suited to the character’s symbolic role in the story.

Requirements

• Female actor in her 20s.
• Must be comfortable portraying a subtle, character-driven dramatic role.
• Ability to convey emotion through understated performance and screen presence.
• Must be able to work on Vancouver Island in the Nanaimo/Qualicum area.
• Accommodation and carpooling to set may be discussed if needed.

Compensation

• Volunteer/unpaid role.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “Call It” is casting a male actor in his 60s for the role of Cashier. The Cashier is the older, wizened owner of a local gas station store and represents a possible future version of the film’s protagonist, Rob. He is blunt, experienced, and unwilling to tolerate attitude, particularly from younger people he considers lazy. Beneath that rough exterior, however, he has genuine wisdom to share.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an older, experienced local gas station store owner.
• Bring a blunt, no-nonsense personality to interactions with younger characters.
• Communicate the character’s underlying wisdom beneath his tougher exterior.
• Help establish the character as a possible reflection of Rob’s future.
• Deliver a grounded performance appropriate for the film’s reflective tone.

Requirements

• Male actor in his 60s.
• Must convincingly portray an older, wizened and outspoken character.
• Strong character acting and natural dramatic delivery preferred.
• Must be able to work on Vancouver Island in the Nanaimo/Qualicum area.
• Accommodation and carpooling to set may be discussed if needed.

Compensation

• Volunteer/unpaid role.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “Call It” is seeking a male actor in his 20s to portray Joey, the energetic best friend of the film’s central character, Rob. The project explores the uncertainty, relationships, and difficult choices that come with reaching adulthood. Joey is Rob’s rambunctious, happy-go-lucky best friend who genuinely values their companionship. He pushes Rob beyond his comfort zone and brings an adventurous energy to their friendship, but Rob’s willingness to wander further than expected begins to challenge Joey’s own limits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joey as energetic, rambunctious, and outwardly carefree.
• Create believable chemistry and friendship with the actor portraying Rob.
• Balance the character’s playful personality with his genuine concern for his friend.
• Perform character-driven scenes exploring friendship, risk, and uncertainty.
• Take direction and collaborate effectively with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Male actor in his 20s.
• Must convincingly portray an energetic and happy-go-lucky young adult.
• Ability to balance comedic or playful energy with more grounded emotional moments.
• Must be able to work on Vancouver Island in the Nanaimo/Qualicum area.
• Accommodation and carpooling to set may be discussed if needed.

Compensation

• Volunteer/unpaid role.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “Call It” is casting a male actor in his 20s for the lead role of Rob. The story follows a young man standing at the crossroads of adulthood who has one night to decide whether to remain within the familiar rhythm of his small town or take control of his own future. Rob is a directionless young man with a natural knack for engines and dreams of driving far away from his current life. Although frustrated and unfulfilled by his routine, he struggles to commit to meaningful change and even relies on the flip of a coin for guidance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Rob as a directionless young man struggling with an important life decision.
• Capture the character’s restlessness, hesitation, and desire for a different future.
• Perform dramatic scenes centered on Rob’s relationships and personal uncertainty.
• Bring emotional authenticity to the character’s transition into adulthood.

Requirements

• Male actor in his 20s.
• Must be able to portray a young adult at a crossroads in life.
• Strong dramatic and character-driven acting ability.
• Must be able to work on Vancouver Island in the Nanaimo/Qualicum area.
• Accommodation and carpooling to set may be discussed if needed.

Compensation

• Volunteer/unpaid role.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A local food chain commercial is seeking male and female actors to appear as restaurant patrons in an upcoming 30-second advertisement filming in Calgary. This paid commercial casting opportunity is open to performers of all ethnicities who can bring a natural, relatable presence to an everyday restaurant setting. Selected talent will portray customers enjoying food at a local restaurant, helping create an authentic and welcoming atmosphere for the commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in a 30-second commercial.
• Perform naturally in food and restaurant-based scenes.
• Create believable interactions appropriate for a casual restaurant environment.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Be available for the required one- to two-day production commitment.

Requirements

• Male and female actors.
• Ages 25–35.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial setting.
• Must be able to work in Calgary.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity at a day rate.
• Non-union production.
• Full buyout.

Online Commercial Casting Call – Real Farmers

Job Description

An online commercial filming in the Greater Toronto Area is seeking real farmers with authentic farming experience for a paid, non-union production. Casting is open to adults of all ethnicities who have genuine agricultural knowledge and can bring a natural, credible presence to the camera. Applicants do not need to currently work on a farm, but they should have meaningful hands-on farming experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a real farmer in an online commercial
• Bring authentic farming knowledge and experience to the production
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting if selected
• Maintain a professional and collaborative attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Ages 19 and older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Real farming experience required
• Applicants do not need to currently work on a farm
• Must have meaningful hands-on agricultural or farming experience
• Must be available to work in the Greater Toronto Area
• Non-union talent
• Comfortable appearing on camera

Compensation

• Over $2,000 per person

This Summer Will Be Different Casting Call – Attractive Nightclub Goers

Job Description

This Summer Will Be Different is seeking non-union background talent to portray attractive nightclub goers for scenes filming in downtown Toronto. The production is looking for fresh faces with a stylish, youthful appearance who can naturally portray people enjoying a lively nightclub environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nightclub goer in background scenes
• Create a natural and energetic nightlife atmosphere on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Ages 20–30
• Open to mixed ethnicities
• Non-union talent
• Must be a new face to the production
• Must be available to work in downtown Toronto
• Stylish, attractive, and comfortable portraying a nightclub goer
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

Job Description

A self-funded comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Boss in Vancouver, British Columbia. The film takes a comedic look at the absurd extremes of modern hiring as a recent graduate encounters increasingly strange employers and workplace cultures during his job search. The Boss is a muscular, attractive startup founder in his late 20s to 30s with an intensely driven, self-improvement-obsessed personality. He radiates serene confidence and relentless positivity while viewing his company and employees as a “family.”

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a confident and intensely driven startup founder.
• Capture the character’s self-improvement-focused personality and toxic positivity.
• Deliver comedic and satirical material naturally on camera.
• Maintain the character’s calm confidence alongside his hyper-intense energy.
• Collaborate with the director and follow performance direction.

Requirements

• Male actor in his late 20s–30s.
• Muscular and attractive appearance sought.
• Strong comedic and character acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying an intense startup-founder personality.
• Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

• $100 CAD for one day.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.

Job Description

A Vancouver comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Head of Department. The self-funded project follows a talented recent graduate whose search for employment leads him through a series of increasingly absurd interviews and exposes the fragile state of modern hiring culture. The Head of Department is a man in his 40s to 60s who appears soft-spoken, polished, warm, and approachable. Beneath that reassuring presentation, however, he sincerely pitches exploitative employment “opportunities” without recognizing anything wrong with them.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a polished and approachable department head.
• Deliver satirical dialogue with complete sincerity.
• Balance warmth and professionalism with the absurdity of the character’s ideas.
• Maintain a grounded performance throughout the comedic material.

Requirements

• Male actor in his 40s–60s.
• Polished and professional on-camera presence.
• Strong subtle or deadpan comedic ability.
• Able to portray a warm, sincere corporate personality.
• Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

• $100 CAD for one day.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.

Job Description

A self-funded comedy and satire short film titled Job Interviews is seeking a male actor for the supporting role of Business Man in Vancouver, British Columbia. The project follows a recent graduate facing a succession of increasingly ridiculous interviews, exposing the contradictions and frustrations of contemporary hiring culture through absurdist comedy. The Business Man is an intense, rigid executive in his 40s to 60s who has no patience for résumés, corporate buzzwords, or conventional hiring practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an intense and demanding corporate executive.
• Deliver absurd demands with a convincing deadpan performance.
• Maintain the character’s rigid, high-performance personality.
• Perform comedic dialogue without overplaying the humor.
• Work collaboratively with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Male actor in his 40s–60s.
• Strong deadpan comedic ability.
• Able to portray an intense and rigid executive personality.
• Comfortable delivering absurd material with complete seriousness.
• Union and non-union actors may apply.

Compensation

• $100 CAD for one day.
• Food provided.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Union and non-union production targeting UBCP/ACTRA ULB Under 40.