Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Jazz Musician Casting for Docu-Drama Series

Job Description

A paid docu-drama series is casting authentic jazz musicians to appear in a scene set in a jazz bar in the Greater Toronto Area. Casting directors are seeking talented performers to portray a jazz quartet, with close-up shots focusing on musicians and their instruments. Existing jazz bands and quartets are encouraged to apply for this unique on-camera opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a jazz quartet in a docu-drama series.
• Portray authentic jazz musicians in a jazz bar setting.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Perform naturally for close-up camera shots featuring instruments and hand movements.

Requirements

• Jazz musicians with authentic performance experience.
• Solo musicians and established jazz bands or quartets are welcome to apply.
• Must be available to work in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a non-union production.

Compensation

• $600.

Sportswear Commercial Casting for Men and Women

Job Description

A paid sportswear commercial is casting men and women for an upcoming production filming in Vancouver, Canada. Casting directors are seeking Hispanic, ethnically ambiguous, or mixed-ethnicity talent between the ages of 20 and 30. This is an excellent opportunity for local Canadian performers or individuals with valid Canadian work permits to appear in a commercial campaign for a major sportswear brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a professional sportswear commercial production.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Be available for all scheduled filming days in Vancouver.

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–30.
• Hispanic, ethnically ambiguous, or mixed ethnicity.
• Must be a local Canadian resident or legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Must be available for filming in Vancouver.
• Travel expenses are not provided.

Compensation

• $600 CAD session fee per day.
• $75 CAD fitting fee.
• $4,000 CAD buyout.
• Agency fee: 20%.

Male Drug Addicts for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking male background actors to portray drug addicts in a dramatic production. This paid acting opportunity is looking for men with a rough, thin appearance to help create authentic scenes. Casting is open to performers of all ethnicities who have not previously portrayed the specified recurring roles in the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a realistic drug addict in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20–45.
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• Must have a rough, skinny appearance suitable for the role.
• Must not have previously portrayed the specified recurring roles in the series.
• Prior background acting experience is a plus.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Black Pianists for Major Automotive Commercial

Job Description

A major automotive commercial is seeking talented Black pianists across Canada for a paid non-union commercial project. This opportunity is open to outgoing individuals between the ages of 25 and 45 who play piano at an intermediate to advanced level. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for musicians looking to appear in a national commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform piano for a commercial production.
• Participate in a brief audition if shortlisted.
• Attend wardrobe fitting and rehearsal if selected.
• Appear in one day of commercial filming.
• Work collaboratively with the production team during filming.

Requirements

• Black pianists, ages 25–45.
• Intermediate to advanced piano skills.
• Outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be available for auditions, wardrobe, rehearsal, and filming in Toronto if selected.
• Willing to travel to Toronto if required.

Compensation

• $675–$7,275, depending on booking and usage.
• $75 wardrobe appointment.
• $600 rehearsal.
• $600 for one filming day.
• If travel is required: $600 travel day, $300 per diem day, and $100 per diem.
• Additional $2,000–$4,000 if featured in the final commercial.

Upscale Café Background Actors

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for an upcoming production filming in Alliston and Crossroads Springs. Casting directors are seeking attractive men and women ages 20–45 to portray upscale café patrons in featured scenes. Applicants must be local to the area and available for the scheduled filming day. All talent is subject to casting approval.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale café patrons in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.
• Be available for the full production schedule if selected.

Requirements

• Women ages 20–45 with an attractive, upscale look.
• Men ages 20–45 with an attractive, clean-shaven appearance (no facial hair).
• Must be local to Alliston or Crossroads Springs.
• Must not have worked on this production during the restricted eligibility period.
• All applicants are subject to casting approval.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Black Male Corporate Professionals in Suits

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is seeking two polished Black male talent to portray upscale corporate professionals in an upcoming production filming in Toronto. This role is ideal for individuals with a sophisticated business appearance who own their own suits and can convincingly portray executives or high-end corporate patrons in a professional setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a corporate professional in a business environment.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Interact naturally in background scenes.

Requirements

• Black male talent, ages 20–50.
• Polished, high-end corporate appearance.
• Must own a business suit.
• Available to work in Toronto.
• Non-union or AABP members only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Female Servers for Upscale Corporate Scene

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is looking for attractive female servers to appear in an upscale corporate scene filming in Toronto. Selected talent will portray hospitality staff in a refined, professional environment while working closely with the production team to create authentic restaurant service scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a server in a high-end corporate setting.
• Perform realistic food and beverage service.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Female, ages 20–32.
• Attractive and professional appearance.
• Comfortable portraying restaurant service staff.
• Available to work in Toronto.
• Non-union or AABP members only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Upscale Suited Patrons

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is seeking polished men and women to portray upscale corporate patrons in a high-end scene filming in Toronto. This role is ideal for talent with a sophisticated appearance who can convincingly portray business professionals in an elegant setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an upscale corporate patron during filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain professional continuity throughout the scene.
• Interact naturally in a corporate environment.

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–45.
• Polished, high-end corporate appearance.
• Must own a business suit.
• Available to work in Toronto.
• Non-union or AABP members only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Background Pedestrians

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is seeking talent to portray pedestrians in an upcoming production filming in Toronto. This role is perfect for individuals who can naturally perform everyday street activity while helping create realistic exterior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pedestrian in outdoor scenes.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.
• Perform natural background movement.

Requirements

• Ages 20–45.
• Comfortable working as background talent.
• Available to work in Toronto.
• Non-union or AABP members only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Male Bartenders for Upscale Corporate Scene

Job Description

A paid background casting opportunity is seeking attractive male bartenders for an upscale corporate scene filming in Toronto. This role is perfect for experienced bartenders who can confidently portray professional hospitality staff in a polished, high-end environment. Talent should be comfortable working on set and following production direction throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender in an upscale corporate setting.
• Perform realistic bartending actions during filming.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Male, early 20s to early 30s.
• Attractive, polished appearance.
• Bartending experience preferred.
• Available to work in Toronto.
• Non-union or AABP members only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.