Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description:

Sunshine Content Productions is casting Claire, a supporting role in the upcoming feature film Principal Girl. Filming will take place in Victoria, British Columbia, from August 16–29, and the production is seeking performers who reside on Vancouver Island. The story is set at a ballet academy and follows young adults navigating ambition, identity, and relationships through classical ballet.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Claire, a supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally authentic performance.
• Participate in ballet-related scenes during filming.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 18+ (or legal 18 to play younger).
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Ballet training is strongly preferred.
• Strong acting ability required.
• Submit a short ballet pointe performance video, headshot, résumé, and Vancouver Island location.
• Applicants with representation should apply through their agent.

Compensation:

• BC Indie contract.
• Scale minus 35% with a 25% buyout.

Female Hospital Visitor for Medical TV Series

Job Description

A television production is hiring Female Hospital Visitors for upcoming hospital scenes filming in Oakville, Ontario. Casting is seeking women from diverse ethnic backgrounds to portray realistic hospital visitors in this paid background acting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hospital visitor during filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Perform natural background actions to support hospital scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Open to diverse ethnic backgrounds.
• Non-union or AABP performers.
• Must be available to work in Oakville, Ontario.
• Able to travel to the filming location or use available shuttle transportation if needed.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Rate provided upon booking.

Male PSW Orderly for Medical TV Series

Job Description

Casting directors are seeking a Male Personal Support Worker (PSW) Orderly for a hospital scene in an upcoming television production filming in Oakville, Ontario. This paid background acting role is open to ACTRA performers of any ethnicity who can bring authenticity to a medical setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a hospital orderly in medical scenes.
• Follow production and director instructions on set.
• Perform background actions naturally during filming.
• Maintain continuity across multiple takes.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Any ethnicity.
• ACTRA members.
• Must be available to work in Oakville, Ontario.
• Able to travel to set or utilize available shuttle transportation if needed.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• Rate based on ACTRA agreement.

Male Pathology Assistant for Medical TV Series

Job Description

A medical television production is casting a Male Pathology Assistant for an upcoming hospital scene filming in Oakville, Ontario. This paid background acting opportunity is open to performers of any ethnicity and is ideal for talent with professional on-set experience or those looking to work on a major scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a pathology assistant in a realistic hospital environment.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity throughout multiple takes.
• Work professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Any ethnicity.
• ACTRA members.
• Must be available to work in Oakville, Ontario.
• Must be able to travel to the filming location or use the available shuttle service if applicable.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• Rate based on ACTRA agreement.

Morgue Transporter for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series filming in Mississauga, Ontario. Casting directors are seeking performers to portray Morgue Transporters in realistic hospital and investigative scenes. This role is ideal for dependable background actors interested in television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Morgue Transporter in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP members only.
• Must not have previously worked on the production during the current filming season.
• Must be able to work in Mississauga, Ontario.
• Open to one specified ethnicity as requested by production.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Medical Examiner for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series filming in Mississauga, Ontario. Casting directors are seeking talent to portray a Medical Examiner in realistic investigative scenes. This role is perfect for performers looking to gain experience on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Medical Examiner in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism and continuity on set.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP members only.
• Must not have previously worked on the production during the current filming season.
• Must be able to work in Mississauga, Ontario.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Morgue Administrator for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series seeking talent to portray a Morgue Administrator. This role will appear in medical facility scenes and is ideal for performers with a professional on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Morgue Administrator in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Be available for the assigned filming schedule.

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP members only.
• Must not have previously worked on the production during the current filming season.
• Must be able to work in Mississauga, Ontario.
• Open to one specified ethnicity as requested by production.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Police Detective for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series filming in Mississauga, Ontario. Casting directors are looking for performers to portray Police Detectives in professional office and investigative scenes. This role is open to non-union performers and AABP members who meet the production requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Police Detective in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during filming.
• Be available for the scheduled production date.

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP members only.
• Must not have previously worked on the production during the current filming season.
• Must be able to work in Mississauga, Ontario.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Police Department Administrator for TV Series

Job Description

A paid background acting opportunity is available for a television series filming in Mississauga, Ontario. Casting directors are seeking a performer to portray a Police Department Administrator in an office setting. This is a great opportunity for non-union performers and AABP members who have not previously worked on the production during the current filming season.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Police Department Administrator in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set.
• Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP members only.
• Must not have previously worked on the production during the current filming season.
• Must be able to work in Mississauga, Ontario.
• Open to one specified ethnicity as requested by production.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Stunt Performers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial opportunity is available for experienced stunt performers with strong athletic abilities and on-camera confidence. Casting directors are seeking men and women who can portray characters in their mid-20s for a physically demanding role involving harness work, high-energy running, and stunt performance. This non-union project is ideal for actors and athletes with experience in aerial disciplines, climbing, parkour, or other stunt-related activities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on-camera stunt sequences while wearing a harness.
• Complete physically demanding running and action scenes.
• Demonstrate athletic ability and stamina throughout filming.
• Follow stunt coordinators’ and production team’s safety instructions.
• Participate in the required self-tape audition process.

Requirements

• Men and women who can portray characters in their mid-20s.
• Previous experience performing in a harness is required.
• Strong stamina and ability to perform high-energy physical activity.
• Experience in one or more of the following:
  • Wirework
  • Circus arts
  • Trapeze
  • Aerial acrobatics
  • Skydiving
  • Bungee jumping
  • Rock climbing
  • Parkour
  • Ziplining
  • Other comparable stunt or athletic disciplines
• Must be able to provide a stunt reel or video demonstrating stunt experience.

Compensation

• Session fee: $1,000.
• Buyout: $3,000 (based on survival of the final edit).