Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Description

A Toronto-based proof-of-concept short film is seeking performers for several non-union, non-speaking roles. This micro-budget production relies heavily on subtle reactions, presence, and expressive performance rather than dialogue.

Filming will take place in Toronto. While most roles are volunteer due to budget limitations, food will be provided, and one role includes a small honorarium.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray non-speaking characters with strong emotional presence

• Convey story through subtle facial expressions and body language

• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

• Collaborate professionally on set

Roles Available

Female Identifying Latina

• Can play 16–18 years old

• Small honorarium provided

Elders of African Descent

• Male and female identifying

• Can play 40+

• Volunteer

Elders of Indigenous Descent

• Male and female identifying

• Can play 40+

• Volunteer

Student Background

• All genders and ethnicities encouraged

• Can play 16–20

• Volunteer

Production Assistant (Optional Opportunity)

• Open to individuals interested in assisting on set

Requirements

• Must be available for shoot date

• Comfortable performing without dialogue

• Strong on-camera presence and expressive ability

• Non-union performers

Compensation Details

• Most roles are volunteer

• Food provided on shoot day

• Small honorarium for Latina female role (16–18)

Job Description

Casting one male lead for a video project filming in Montreal and surrounding areas. This non-union production is for a confidential client in the home cleaning industry and will feature a relatable, trustworthy on-camera presence speaking directly to the audience.

Producers are seeking a bright, authentic personality—someone who feels like a person you’d genuinely trust. The ideal candidate naturally projects confidence, competence, and authenticity without appearing overly animated or sales-driven.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead on-camera talent

• Speak directly to camera in a natural, grounded manner

• Deliver a short self-taped introduction as part of the audition process

• Be available for one full shoot day on location

Requirements

• Male, age 35–45

• Native English speaker (or speaks English without an accent)

• Comfortable speaking directly to camera

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

• Able to travel independently within the Montreal area

• On-camera experience is a plus but not required

Keep the delivery natural and grounded.

Compensation Details

• Non-union project

• Compensation: $1,800

• Usage includes digital rights (website, YouTube, Meta ads)

Job Description
A non-union body double casting call is now seeking a Mixed or African-American male for an interior production shooting in Downtown Toronto. This body double role requires close physical matching to the principal talent, including specific height, build, and wardrobe sizes. Talent must be fully available for recall, fitting, and shoot days. This is a high-paying film production opportunity ideal for experienced background actors or professional body doubles who meet the detailed specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a body double for a principal actor in an interior shoot

• Match physical characteristics including height, build, and wardrobe sizes

• Attend fitting and production days as required

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Mixed or African-American male, ages 40–65

• Approximately 6’3” tall, 194–209 lbs

• Salt and pepper beard required

• Preferably bald

• Must be fully available for all required production days

• Must work in Downtown Toronto

Compensation

• $750 shoot rate

• $75 fitting rate

• Professional body double credit and on-set experience

Garage Band Characters for Award-Winning Artist Music Video

Job Description
Casting is underway for a music video for an award-winning artist, set to air in concert stadiums before live performances. Production is seeking fun, unique, “Stranger Things”-inspired personalities to form a confident and comedic quirky garage band. Talent does not need to play instruments, but must have strong improvisational and physical comedy skills.

This non-union project will film in Toronto, ON (GTA area) and requires availability for both scheduled shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a stylized garage band character in a music video

• Deliver strong improvisational and comedic performance

• Perform expressive physical comedy

• Follow creative direction during filming

• Be available for callbacks and full shoot schedule

Roles Being Cast

Rock and Roll Girl

• Female

• Ages 16–25

• All ethnicities

• Physically fit, drummer-type look

• Confident, sharp, expressive

• Strong physical comedy required

The Tall, Gangly Guy

• Male

• Ages 16–25

• All ethnicities

• Tall, skinny build, long hair

• Awkward, slightly uncoordinated vibe

• Strong physical comedy required

The Stocky Teen

• Male

• Ages 16–25

• All ethnicities

• Under 5’10”

• Sweet-faced but rock-obsessed

• Deadpan comedic style

• Strong physical comedy required

• Must be comfortable wearing face prosthetics (no allergies to prosthetics)

Project Details

• Union Status: Non-Union

• Location: Toronto, ON (GTA)

• Shoot Dates: March 31 & April 1 (must be available both days)

• Tentative Callback: March 10 (Toronto)

Compensation

• $850 per day (flat rate)

Commercial Talent for Alcohol Brand Campaign

Job Description
A non-union commercial campaign is casting talent for an upcoming alcohol brand project filming in Toronto. This professional commercial opportunity offers strong compensation, wardrobe pay, buyout, and potential upgrade options.

The project includes a callback session, wardrobe fitting, and full shoot day. Buyouts cover lifts, edits, and multiple versions, including digital use and stills lifted from footage.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial advertising campaign

• Attend callback session if selected

• Attend scheduled wardrobe fitting

• Participate in full-day commercial shoot

• Follow direction from casting and production team

Requirements

• Must be 25 years of age or older at the time of audition

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work in Toronto
• Professional on-camera presence

Compensation

• Wardrobe Fee: $75 (2 hours)

• Session Fee: $600 (10 hours)

• Overtime: $75 per hour

• Buyout: $1,500 (upgrade possible)

• Renewal: 1 year with 10% increase

• If moved to TV: additional $3,000 per talent

• Agency Fee: 20%

Real Skaters for Commercial

Job Description
Vancouver Casting is seeking real skaters for an upcoming commercial filming in Vancouver. This opportunity is open to all genders, ages 18–25, who have authentic skateboarding skills and experience.

Selected talent will participate in a rehearsal on March 12 followed by a shoot on March 13. This is a paid commercial opportunity with stunt compensation and buyout included.

If you are a skilled skater comfortable performing on camera, this is a great opportunity to showcase your talent in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform skateboarding tricks and movements on camera

• Attend required rehearsal session

• Participate in commercial shoot

• Follow stunt and production direction

• Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Ages 18–25

• All genders welcome

• Must be a real, experienced skateboarder

• Must be available for rehearsal and shoot dates

• Must be local to Vancouver

Compensation

• $1,250 stunt rehearsal & session fee

• $3,000 buyout

• Paid commercial opportunity

• Professional on-set experience

Job Description

A dramatic short film titled “Forwards” is casting leading and supporting roles for an upcoming student/independent production. This character-driven story centers on an 18-year-old former star lacrosse player navigating depression and personal setbacks after a career-ending injury.

The production is seeking strong, emotionally grounded performers capable of delivering authentic and layered performances. Both ACTRA and Non-Union actors are encouraged to submit.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a leading or supporting character in a dramatic short film

• Deliver emotionally compelling and nuanced performances

• Collaborate with the director and creative team throughout rehearsals and filming

• Participate in scheduled production days in the Toronto area

Requirements

• ACTRA or Non-Union performers

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Ability to portray emotionally complex characters

• Reliable availability for up to three production days

• Must be able to work in Toronto

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection

Job Description

A Vancouver Film School student production is casting for the short film Compromised Oath. The project is seeking a male lead to portray Robert Walker, a complex physician navigating personal and professional struggles.

This character-driven short film explores themes of ambition, insecurity, and hidden past conflicts. The production is non-union and will film in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Robert Walker, a physician in his mid-30s

• Deliver a layered, emotionally grounded performance

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Participate in auditions and potential callbacks

• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Male actor

• Age range: 30–35

• Open ethnicity

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Non-union performers only

Compensation Details

• Unpaid student film project

• Catering and craft services provided

Job Description

A production is seeking a Caucasian male, ages 30–45, to star as the male lead in an upcoming wine commercial. This role portrays a confident and charismatic partner in an upscale restaurant setting. The project is non-union and will film in a professional commercial environment.

Selected talent will represent a sophisticated, relaxed, and engaging presence on screen, bringing natural charm and authenticity to the performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the male lead in a restaurant-based commercial scene

• Deliver a confident, charismatic, and natural on-screen performance

• Take direction from the production and creative team

• Participate in a potential self-tape audition if shortlisted

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Age range: 30–45 years old

• Strong on-camera presence with confident, charismatic energy

• Comfortable performing in a restaurant scene setting

• Non-union talent only

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity

• Non-union commercial project

• One-day shoot

Principal Roles Casting Call – ACTRA Short Film “Bloom”

Job Description:
An ACTRA Low Budget Tier 4 short film titled Bloom is now casting three principal performers in Toronto/GTA. This psychological drama follows a young woman battling anxiety whose search for peace spirals into an unsettling and transformative journey.

The production will film in Etobicoke, Toronto and will include exterior and night shoots. Some scenes involve intimacy, and a professional intimacy coordinator will be provided. GTA locals who are self-driving are strongly preferred. All roles are paid and credited under ACTRA LBG Tier 4 guidelines.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a principal character in a dramatic short film

• Perform emotionally layered and character-driven scenes

• Participate in exterior and night shoots

• Attend rehearsals (TBC) and scheduled shoot days

• Follow direction closely in intimate or high-intensity scenes

Requirements:

Amy (Principal Role 1)

• Female, 25–30

• Open ethnicity, brunette

• Strong emotional depth and vulnerability

• Must wear contact lenses

• Intimate scene work required

Russel (Principal Role 2)

• Male, 25–30

• Open ethnicity, clean-cut

• Valid G Class driver’s license required (driving scenes)

• Intimate scene work required

Holly (Principal Role 3)

• Female, 25–30

• Person of color

• Charismatic, perceptive presence

• Must wear contact lenses

Additional Requirements for All Roles:

• ACTRA eligible (Full, Apprentice, AABP; non-union may apply where eligible)

• Strong dramatic on-camera ability

• Comfortable working in emotionally intense scenes

• GTA local preferred; self-driving ideal

Compensation:

• ACTRA LBG Tier 4 principal performer rates (2025–27)

• $204 for 8 hours ($25.50/hr)

• Overtime at $38.25/hr

• Paid and credited short film roles