Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call for Background Actors in “Brilliant Minds”

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking new faces to portray airplane passengers in the production Brilliant Minds. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to gain on-set experience in a professional environment. Talent must be available to work in Mississauga and able to arrive promptly for a same-day call.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray airplane passengers in a professional film/TV setting

• Follow direction from production staff

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

• Arrive camera-ready in appropriate wardrobe

Requirements

• Ages 18 and older

• Open to new faces

• Non-union / AABP accepted

• Must be available to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate TBD)

Male Actor for Live Activation Event in Toronto

Job Description:
Seeking a last-minute male actor to perform as a mascot during a live activation event in Toronto. This fun and engaging opportunity requires no speaking lines and is ideal for performers comfortable in costume roles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a mascot character during a live event

• Wear a costume that includes a box headpiece

• Engage with attendees through physical presence and gestures

• Represent the event with enthusiasm and professionalism

Requirements:

• Male actor, 6 ft or taller

• Must own or have access to a blue fitted suit

• Comfortable wearing a box head costume

• Must be available for an evening performance in Toronto

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity

Photo Double – Pool Body Role (Feature Project: Back in Black)

Job Description
Casting three male photo doubles (ages 18–23) to portray pool bodies for a dramatic scene involving a swimming pool incident. The scene will require actors to appear fully clothed on slabs and in a casket, maintaining stillness for photo setups. This is a great opportunity for performers seeking experience on a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deceased character in a staged scene

• Remain still and follow direction for photo positioning

• Work professionally and maintain composure throughout the shoot

• Arrive on time, camera-ready, and prepared for multiple setups

Requirements

• Males, ages 18–23

• Open to Black, Caucasian, and Mixed-Race talent

• Must be clean-shaven (no facial hair) and tattoo-free

• Comfortable performing as a deceased character (clothed, non-speaking role)

• Must be local to Hamilton

Compensation

• Paid role; rate provided upon selection

Urgent Replacement – Commercial Shoot (Toronto)

Job Description
Casting an Actra female actor for an urgent replacement role in a commercial project filming in Toronto. The ideal candidate should be white, in her early 20s, and fully available for the scheduled shoot. This is a great opportunity to step into a last-minute role on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Step in as a replacement for a scheduled commercial role

• Follow direction from the production and camera team

• Be camera-ready and available for the full shoot day

• Arrive on time and maintain a positive, professional attitude

Requirements

• Female, early 20s

• White, Actra member

• Must be local to Toronto

• Fully available for next-day call time at 10:30 AM

Compensation

• Union rate (Actra)

Young Male Actors – High School Role (Toronto Production)

Job Description
Casting young-looking white males (ages 18–25) to portray high school students in an upcoming multi-day shoot in Toronto. Talent must be clean-shaven and available for all scheduled filming days. This is a great opportunity for ACTRA members, apprentices, or AABP performers looking to gain experience on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high school student in multiple scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during both day and night shoots

• Maintain a clean-shaven, camera-ready look

• Arrive on time and remain available for the entire shooting schedule

Requirements

• White males, ages 18–25, must appear young-looking

• Must be clean-shaven

• Must be available for all filming dates

• Open to ACTRA full, apprentice, and AABP members

• Must be local to Toronto (Vaughan shuttle available)

• Submit full-body and face photos, plus the following:

  • Name, phone number, age, and union status

Compensation

• Paid role; rate based on union status

Casting Real Soccer Fans in Toronto/GTA

Job Description:
A financial institution is sponsoring a new digital campaign and is seeking real soccer fans in the Toronto/GTA area. This is an exciting opportunity for duos who share a genuine love of the game — from families to best friends — to appear in a professional photo and video shoot.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a fun, lifestyle-themed photoshoot and video session

• Showcase authentic reactions and energy as soccer fans

• Follow direction from the creative team

• Be available for a half-day shoot

Requirements:

• Non-union talent

• Real duos only (parent with child, grandparent with grandchild, best friends, teammates, or superfans)

• All ethnicities, ages, and genders welcome

• Must apply as a pair

• Must be local to Toronto/GTA

Compensation:

• Session Fee: $500 (up to 5 hours on set)

• Usage Fee: $1,300 (photo + video for 5 months)

Club Scene Extras for TV Series

Job Description:
A popular TV series is seeking non-union and AABP talent to appear in an upcoming club scene filming on location. This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers to gain on-set experience and be part of a major production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray clubgoers in a lively nightclub setting

• Take direction from the assistant director and production team

• Arrive on set ready for camera with appropriate wardrobe

Requirements:

• Ages 18–27 (must be legally 18)

• Non-union or AABP status only

• Must be punctual and available for a morning call time (approximately 10:00 AM)

Compensation:

• $17.20 per hour

Korean-Speaking Actress – Film/TV Role

Job Description
A production in the Greater Toronto Area is seeking a Korean-speaking actress for an upcoming project. The role requires strong verbal fluency in Korean and the ability to deliver natural, expressive dialogue. Filming will take place over one day, making this a great opportunity for experienced or emerging talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted lines fluently in Korean

• Deliver a natural and authentic on-screen performance

• Follow direction from the creative team during filming

• Be available for one scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Female, ages 55+

• Must be fluent in Korean

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Must be local to the Greater Toronto Area

• Must be available for one shoot day during the week of September 29

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Twins – Boys (Ages 2–4) for Netflix Movie

Job Description
A Netflix feature film is seeking twins, triplets, or quadruplets ages 2–4 to portray young boys in an upcoming production. The roles are open to both male and female twins who can believably play boys. This is a paid union project with no prior acting experience required — a great opportunity for young children to be featured in a major film.

Casting is open to all ethnicities, and production will accommodate talent from across Canada.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray twin characters in a family-friendly Netflix production

• Follow simple on-set direction with guidance from guardians and crew

• Participate in wardrobe fittings and scheduled filming sessions

• Maintain focus and comfort while performing on camera

Requirements

• Twins, triplets, or quadruplets (ages 2–4)

• Male twins preferred; female twins welcome if able to portray boys

• Open to all ethnicities

• No acting experience necessary

• Must have a parent or guardian present during filming

Compensation

• Paid union project (rate provided upon booking)

Firefighters – Background Roles for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking physically fit men and women, ages 30–40, to portray firefighters for two continuity shoot dates. This is a great opportunity for background actors who have not yet appeared on this production. The roles require new faces who can convincingly portray first responders in action-packed scenes.

Performers will be picture-cast by the director, so please ensure your submitted photos are recent and reflect your best look for the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray firefighters in both interior and exterior scenes
• Follow on-set direction and maintain continuity between shoot days
• Arrive prepared and on time for all call times
• Remain available throughout the day for possible schedule adjustments

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 30–40
• Physically fit and able to perform light action on set
• Must be a new face (not previously cast on the current season)
• Must be available both days for continuity
• Open to ACTRA and Non-Union performers

Compensation

• ACTRA: Regular background rate per IPA
• AABP/Non-Union: $17.20 per hour (8-hour minimum)