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$700/Day “The Drive” Ottawa Open Casting Call

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Casting Individuals Ages 55-65 for Digital Series “The Drive”

Job Description:
The Casting Group is seeking engaging, diverse individuals aged 55-65 residing in the Ottawa area to participate in an episode of the branded content episodic digital series, “The Drive.” This series showcases real stories and experiences from individuals approaching or in early retirement, discussing financial perspectives, retirement planning, and personal insights. This is an opportunity for individuals to share their authentic stories and perspectives. No acting experience is required as the focus is on genuine narratives from real people.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in filming sessions, sharing your experiences related to retirement, finances, and lifestyle changes.
  • Engage in on-camera discussions, offering insights on topics such as retirement planning, overcoming retirement anxiety, financial freedom, and personal growth during retirement.
  • Be open to a background check to ensure safety and compliance.

Requirements:

  • Individuals aged 55-65.
  • Must reside in the Ottawa, ON area.
  • Approaching retirement or currently in early retirement.
  • Willing to share genuine stories related to retirement, such as second marriages, overcoming financial challenges, or new beginnings.
  • Comfortable speaking on camera about personal experiences and insights.

Compensation:

  • $200 for each filming session (lasting no more than 4 hours).
  • An additional $500 for a 1-year buyout.
  • The total compensation is $700+.

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Job Type:
Director

Job Description
A Christmas-themed romantic comedy short film titled “Slay Bells” is seeking a DoP/Cinematographer for an upcoming shoot in Downtown Toronto. This opportunity is a strong fit for a cinematographer who can capture warm holiday visuals, clean comedic coverage, and polished storytelling through lighting and camera movement. Reel submissions are being reviewed, and rates are requested as part of consideration.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead cinematography for a narrative short, including shot planning and on-set camera execution

  • Collaborate with the director to achieve a festive rom-com tone and visual style

  • Manage lighting choices and camera setups to support performance and continuity

  • Deliver professional footage capture suitable for post-production workflow

Requirements

  • Experience as a DoP/Cinematographer on narrative projects (short films preferred)

  • Ability to work on location in Downtown Toronto

  • Strong portfolio/reel demonstrating narrative coverage, lighting, and composition

  • Must be able to share rates for the project

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate based on submitted rates and agreement)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
Seasonal holiday events are seeking Spanish-speaking Santa performers to bring festive energy to family-friendly appearances across the New York City area. The role includes interacting with children and families, posing for photos, and creating a warm, joyful Santa experience at multiple locations throughout the season. Prior performance experience is helpful, but not required for performers with the right personality and holiday spirit.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Santa with a friendly, upbeat, and welcoming presence

  • Engage with children and families in a professional, positive way

  • Pose for photos and support a smooth guest experience

  • Stay in character and maintain high energy throughout each appearance

  • Arrive on time and be reliable for scheduled bookings across NYC-area locations

Requirements

  • Must be 18+

  • Must be Spanish-speaking

  • Reliable, friendly, and energetic

  • Comfortable working with children and families

  • Prior performance experience is a plus (not required)

Compensation

  • Flat daily rate: $150

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
A non-union crime drama short film titled “The Kiss of Judas” is seeking male actors for a story centered on the aftermath of a heist that goes wrong. Filming is planned in the Durham Region (Ontario, Canada) area near a GO Station, with shoot dates to be confirmed. This student/indie-style project is unpaid, but provides valuable on-set experience plus materials that can support an acting reel.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes in a gritty, dramatic tone with strong emotional range

  • Collaborate with the director and cast to build believable tension and chemistry

  • Take direction quickly and work efficiently in a small production environment

  • Maintain professionalism while working with mature subject matter

Requirements

  • Non-union talent

  • Must be able to work in Durham Region, Ontario (near a GO Station)

  • Comfortable with mature themes (including violence/gore)

  • Must be comfortable with male-on-male intimacy as required by the story

  • Roles being considered:

    • Linden (Male, early 20s): clean-shaven preferred; leader/brains; altruistic

    • Trent (Male, early 20s): facial hair preferred; fiercely loyal; intense

    • Gabe (Male, 16–20): clean-shaven preferred; anxious, fearful; youngest of the group

Compensation

  • Unpaid

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Bar Patrons (Background Extras)

Job Description
A period production is casting bar patrons for background extra work in an upcoming scene. Production is seeking white men ages 20–70 who can bring authentic bar atmosphere—natural reactions, casual movement, and believable presence on camera. If you’re reliable, professional, and comfortable taking direction on set, this is a great paid extra opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bar patron with natural behavior and realistic reactions in background scenes.

  • Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

  • Interact naturally with other background performers as directed (sitting, chatting, reacting).

  • Maintain a consistent look and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

  • Work professionally with cast and crew in a busy set environment.

Requirements

  • White men, ages 20–70 (or able to portray).

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA.

  • Comfortable portraying a bar environment role in a period setting.

  • Visible tattoos/piercings may need to be covered depending on wardrobe.

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full filming day.

Compensation

  • $100 per day.

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Job Description
A modeling agency is hiring models in Sacramento for a paid photoshoot lasting approximately 1–2 hours. This quick modeling gig is ideal for talent looking to build portfolio images, gain professional photoshoot experience, and earn pay for a short booking. If you’re comfortable on camera, take direction well, and can show up ready to shoot, this opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities

  • Pose for a paid photoshoot and follow photographer direction for angles and expressions.

  • Maintain a polished, camera-ready look throughout the session.

  • Work efficiently to complete shots within the 1–2 hour time window.

  • Collaborate professionally with the crew and stay on schedule.

  • Deliver confident on-camera presence for clean, usable images.

Requirements

  • Must be a Sacramento local hire (or able to work as a local).

  • Comfortable posing on camera and taking direction quickly.

  • Reliable, punctual, and available for the scheduled shoot window.

  • Prior modeling/photoshoot experience is a plus, but not required.

  • Professional attitude and readiness for a fast-paced shoot.

Compensation

  • Paid booking (rate provided upon selection).

  • Short shoot length: approximately 1–2 hours.

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Job Type:
Model
Skills:
Modeling

Music Video Models Needed for Major Rap Artist

Job Description
A major music video is now casting six models to appear on camera for a high-profile rap artist project. Production is looking for confident, camera-ready talent who can bring strong presence, style, and professional energy to set. If you’re an Atlanta-based model with music video experience (or a standout look and great on-camera confidence), this is a solid paid opportunity to build credits and expand your portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a model in a major music video, delivering confident presence and performance.

  • Follow direction for posing, movement, and blocking during takes.

  • Maintain a polished, camera-ready look throughout filming.

  • Work efficiently in a fast-paced set environment with quick resets and multiple angles.

  • Collaborate professionally with production, artist team, and other talent.

Requirements

  • Models needed (open to all looks unless otherwise specified).

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia.

  • Comfortable on camera and able to take direction quickly.

  • Professional, punctual, and reliable for the full shoot day.

  • Prior music video or commercial modeling experience is a plus, but not required.

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate shared upon selection).

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Featured Very Muscular Female for Popular YouTube Series

Job Description
A popular YouTube series is casting a featured female role for a shoot. Production is seeking a very muscular woman (18+) with a true bodybuilder physique who is confident on camera and comfortable appearing in swimwear, similar to a bodybuilding competition look. If you have strong screen presence, a standout athletic build, and can take direction in a fast-paced set environment, this is a great paid opportunity for featured content work.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a featured character with strong presence and confident energy.

  • Be comfortable filming in swimwear and maintaining a camera-ready look.

  • Follow direction for posing, movement, and reactions during takes.

  • Maintain continuity across multiple setups and camera angles.

  • Work professionally with production and arrive prepared for the shoot day.

Requirements

  • Female talent, 18+ only.

  • Very muscular/bodybuilder physique required.

  • Comfortable wearing swimwear on camera (competition-style look).

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction quickly.

Compensation

  • $150 per day.

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Church Goers (With or Without Cars)

Job Description
A production is casting African American men and women to portray church goers in upcoming scenes. Talent may be selected with or without a car, and production is looking for reliable, camera-ready background performers who can follow direction and help create an authentic church-day atmosphere. If you have a vehicle that fits the guidelines, you may be asked to include it as part of the booking.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a church goer in background scenes with natural reactions and realistic movement.

  • Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

  • Maintain a camera-ready appearance and professional attitude on set.

  • If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and keep continuity for vehicle placement.

  • Work smoothly with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

  • African American men and women, ages 18+.

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in Fayetteville.

  • If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red, black, or white.

  • If submitting with a car: be able to provide a photo of your car and list year, color, make, and model.

  • Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working in a background role.

Compensation

  • $96 for 8 hours.

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Real Medics (Male & Female) for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real medics for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is seeking male and female medics of all ethnicities with a clean, professional look (short hair; clean-shaven; mustache ok). This is a great paid opportunity for working medics who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction, and commit to the full multi-day schedule.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a real medic in featured background scenes.

  • Follow direction for blocking, movement, and continuity during multiple setups.

  • Maintain a professional, camera-ready appearance throughout long shoot days.

  • Wear medic uniform/gear as needed and keep continuity between takes.

  • Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

  • Real medics only (male and female).

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply.

  • Short hair preferred; clean-shaven; mustache ok.

  • Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

  • Must be available for all required filming days (multi-day commitment is mandatory).

  • Must submit a recent color photo in medic uniform.

Compensation

  • $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (per day).

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Real Male Firefighters for TV Series (Multiple Days)

Job Description
A hit TV series is hiring real male firefighters for featured background work across multiple filming days. Casting is looking for firefighters who can bring authentic presence on camera, follow direction on set, and commit to more than one work date. Some shoot days take place outside during incident scenes (higher rate), while other days are inside the firehouse. If you’re local to Chicago or nearby and can work multiple days, this is a strong paid opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera as a real firefighter in featured background scenes.

  • Follow direction for movement, timing, and continuity during firehouse and incident setups.

  • Maintain a professional demeanor and stay camera-ready throughout long shoot days.

  • Wear firefighter uniform/gear as required and keep continuity between takes.

  • Provide accurate measurements for wardrobe and costume coordination.

Requirements

  • Real male firefighters only.

  • Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois (local hire only).

  • Must have availability for multiple filming days (production prioritizes those who can work more dates).

  • Must submit a recent color photo in firefighter uniform.

  • Reliable, punctual, and comfortable with long shoot days and late wrap times.

Compensation

  • $200 for 8 hours + $25 bump (higher-rate incident/outside days; details shared upon selection).

  • $132 for 8 hours (firehouse/interior days).

  • Time-and-a-half after 8 hours.

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Crime Scene Friends (Ages 18–Early 20s)

Job Description
A film production is casting crime scene friends for background extra work in a scripted scene (including a bonfire setting). Casting is seeking young adult talent ages 18 to early 20s who can bring natural reactions, believable energy, and strong on-camera presence. If you’re a Knoxville-area performer looking to gain set experience and earn pay for a shoot day, this is a great opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a friend extra in a crime scene/bonfire scene with natural behavior and realistic reactions.

  • Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

  • Stay focused, camera-ready, and professional throughout filming.

  • Work collaboratively with other extras and crew to maintain scene atmosphere.

  • Arrive on time and be prepared for outdoor/night-style scene conditions if required.

Requirements

  • Ages 18 to early 20s (or able to convincingly portray).

  • All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply.

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area.

  • Must have two recent photos (one shoulders-up, one full-body).

  • Provide basic info for consideration (height/weight, city/state; agency info optional).

Compensation

  • $50 per day (one scene per day).

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Interrogation Scene Friend Extras (Ages 18–Early 20s)

Job Description
A film production is casting interrogation scene friend extras to appear in a scripted scene and help create a realistic, lived-in atmosphere on camera. Casting is looking for young adults ages 18 to early 20s with natural presence, strong reactions, and the ability to take direction quickly. If you’re a Knoxville-area performer ready for on-set experience and a paid extra booking, this role is a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a friend extra in an interrogation scene with natural reactions and believable behavior.

  • Follow direction for blocking, timing, eyelines, and continuity across multiple takes.

  • Stay camera-ready, focused, and professional on set.

  • Arrive prepared and ready to work within the production schedule.

Requirements

  • Ages 18 to early 20s (or able to convincingly portray).

  • All genders and ethnicities encouraged to apply.

  • Must be able to work as a local hire in the Knoxville, TN area.

  • Must have two recent photos available (one shoulders-up, one full-body).

  • Provide basic details for consideration (height/weight, city/state; agency info optional).

Compensation

  • $75 flat rate (one scene).

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