Seeking Members of the Black Community for a CIBC Foundation Campaign in Toronto!
As part of an ongoing campaign, the CIBC Foundation is looking for members of the Black community to share their stories. Directed by award winning Hubert Davis, this documentary style campaign explores the process and preparation involved when looking for a job.
We are looking for several members of the Black community –
- candidates between the ages of 20 and 40,
- who are either in the process of entering a career in their chosen profession, or
- who are already established in their chosen profession.
This campaign aims to highlight different types of industries, while prioritizing science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We would also like testimonials from the following areas: finance, marketing, education, business and health. We are doing this campaign because we believe that everyone should have access to the resources and the support they need.
IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE, PLEASE PASS THIS ON. THIS IS A NON UNION PROJECT.
Compensation is $4,000.00 per person, if selected to participate in this campaign.
Deadline to submit: May 5, 2023 at 9am EDT. The sooner the better:)
Must be available for these dates:
– Zoom Recall: May 8, 2023.
– Pre shoot in person interview: approx. ½ a day on May 15, 2023. (Toronto)
– Shoot: May 16, 2023. 1 day only in Toronto.
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A writing assistant software commercial is seeking a female hand model to perform a clear, on-camera pen-spinning demonstration. This is a hands-only role focused on clean, polished presentation and smooth, confident pen control for close-up shots.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform a professional pen spin on camera (must be highly consistent and camera-ready).
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Follow direction for hand placement, speed, and repetition for multiple takes.
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Maintain neat, clean, well-manicured hands suitable for close-up filming.
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Provide requested submission materials and be responsive to production communication.
Requirements
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Female, ages 20–40 (any ethnicity).
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Must be a very good pen spinner and able to perform the “roll around” style spin confidently.
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Must have nice, clean, well-manicured hands (no visible distractions for close-ups).
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Local hire only (Greater Toronto Area).
Compensation Details
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$750 all-inclusive
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Real Bartenders for Ice Cream Commercial Campaign
Job Description
A non-union ice cream brand campaign is casting real bartenders (not actors) for a paid commercial shoot. Casting is open to men, women, and non-binary talent ages 30–50, of all ethnicities, with authentic bartending experience and a confident, natural on-camera presence. Talent may be considered for one of two scripted concepts and should be comfortable performing real bartender actions naturally for camera.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform real bartender actions naturally on camera (pouring, serving, bar setup)
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Follow direction from the commercial team for timing, movement, and continuity
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Deliver a believable, authentic bartender presence in lifestyle-style scenes
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Attend scheduled recall, wardrobe, and shoot commitments as required
Requirements
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Ages 30–50
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Open to all ethnicities
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Open to male, female, and non-binary talent
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Must be a real, experienced bartender
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Must be able to submit a self-tape audition as part of the casting process
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Must be available for required production dates (recall, wardrobe, and shoot)
Compensation
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$3,475 per person
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Buyout included (based on final edit; includes lifts, edits, and versions)
Casting Arabic Children for Commercial
Job Description
A commercial production is seeking non-union Arabic children for featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience in a professional production while being part of a diverse campaign.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate as a featured background actor in a commercial
- Follow on-set directions from the production team
- Maintain professionalism and patience during filming
Requirements
- 12-year-old girl
- 1.5 to 3-year-old boy
- Must be non-union
- Able to work as a local hire in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
- Parents/guardians must submit recent photos, full contact details, height, and weight
Compensation
- $350 flat rate
- Professional on-set experience
- Opportunity for future projects


