CASTING GRANDMAS!
RECEIVE $575- $8,450 EACH IF SELECTED!
- CASTING GRANDMOTHERS, AGES 60-80, AND THEIR TEENAGE GRANDKIDS IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA FOR A FUN COMMERCIAL!
PLEASE NOTE:
- This is a NON-UNION project. No acting experience is required. However, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
- To apply, you MUST be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- To participate, you MUST be able to film in Toronto.
- If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on July 7th, 10th, or 11th (TBC)
- If selected, you must be available for a wardrobe appointment on July 19th or 20th (TBC). You will only be required to briefly (about 2 hours).
- If selected, you MUST be available for filming between July 21-24th (TBC). You will only be required for one day of filming.
- If booked, you will each receive $75 for a wardrobe appointment and $500 for one day of filming.
- If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $5,325- $7,825 for its use.
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A national commercial campaign is casting real outdoor enthusiasts in Vancouver, BC! We’re looking for energetic individuals aged 20–50 who love adventure and thrive in nature. This is a non-union commercial shoot—no acting experience is needed, just a genuine passion for the outdoors. If you can hike uphill, run through mud, or ride the waves, this could be your next big gig.
Job Responsibilities
• Participate in action-based scenes such as hiking, biking, fishing, or snow sports
• Navigate uneven outdoor terrain with confidence and enthusiasm
• Follow basic on-set direction from production crew
• Represent authentic outdoor lifestyles on screen
Requirements
• Ages 20–50, all genders and ethnicities welcome
• Must be based in or able to work as a local in Vancouver
• Physically fit and comfortable performing outdoor activities
• Open to those experienced in hiking, climbing, surfing, skiing, biking, camping, or fishing
• No prior acting experience required
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• $600 per day
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Job Description
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Appear in a commercial campaign focused on health and wellness
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Represent authentic South Korean family or senior life on screen
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Participate in a relaxed, professional shoot environment
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Follow simple direction from the production team during filming
Requirements
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South Korean families, couples, or senior individuals based in British Columbia
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Must not be a member of ACTRA
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Comfortable on camera and willing to travel to Toronto/GTA
Compensation
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Paid commercial opportunity
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Travel and accommodation provided
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Participate in lifestyle scenes including shopping, walking, gaming, and dining
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Perform natural, candid movements such as smiling, laughing, and light activity
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Take direction for positioning, timing, and reactions on camera
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Engage with other cast members in casual, family-oriented scenes
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Represent everyday family members in a commercial setting
Requirements
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Son: Male, 11–13 years old, energetic and relatable; must appear at least 11
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Daughter: Female, 14–16 years old, friendly and confident with a teen look
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Mom: Female, 35–50 years old, warm and personable with a middle-aged appearance
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Dad: Male, 35–50 years old, friendly and approachable with “cool dad” energy
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Must be comfortable being filmed both individually and in group scenes
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Must be able to travel to Langley, BC and work during business hours
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Casual everyday wardrobe required (guidelines provided prior to shoot)
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No self-tape required for submission
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$400–$800 per day (based on experience and final booking)
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Usage includes internal and online marketing (social media, digital directories, in-venue screens)
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Job Description
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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)
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- Professional on-set experience
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