“BLOOM” Non-Union Short Film Open Casting Call

Actor Casting Call for “Rent-A-Girlfriend” Digital Series

Job Description:
Casting is now open for the digital series Rent-A-Girlfriend, a paid non-union production filming in Toronto/GTA. This LGBTQ+ positive project follows a compelling story about a Chinese-Canadian Harvard Law student navigating love, identity, and unexpected connections. The production is seeking actors for multiple Chinese/East Asian roles in a respectful and collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in a scripted digital series production
• Portray emotionally driven characters in a romantic drama
• Collaborate with directors, cast, and crew
• Follow direction during rehearsals and filming
• Participate in scenes that may include light intimacy (kissing only)

Requirements:

• Must be Chinese/East Asian
• Open to actors for principal and supporting roles
• Must be local to Toronto/GTA (local hires only)
• Comfortable with LGBTQ+ themes
• Comfortable with limited intimacy (kissing only; intimacy coordinator provided)
• Demo footage encouraged but not required
• Must include size cards with submission

Compensation:

• Supporting Lead: $250/day + 15% agent fee
• Principal: $200/day + 15% agent fee
• Non-union paid project

Actor Casting Call for “Bad Bunch” Run N Gun Project

Job Description:
Casting is now open for Bad Bunch, a Run N Gun-style production seeking actors for various roles. This project is open to both union and non-union talent, offering opportunities for performers to showcase their skills in a dynamic and fast-paced production environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned roles in a scripted production
• Deliver engaging and authentic performances
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Collaborate with cast and crew on set
• Be prepared for a fast-paced filming environment

Requirements:

• Open to all actors
• Union and non-union talent welcome (ULB, UBCP-ACTRA)
• Must submit professional materials for consideration
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required

Compensation:

• Compensation will be discuss when selected

Twin Babies Casting Call for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking identical Caucasian twin babies to appear in an upcoming advertisement filming in Toronto, Canada. This opportunity is open to families nationwide, with all travel expenses covered. Selected talent will participate in a professional commercial shoot alongside a parent or guardian.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as identical twins in a commercial production
• Follow simple direction during filming (as appropriate for age)
• Participate in travel, rehearsal, and shoot days
• Work alongside a parent or guardian at all times

Requirements

• Identical Caucasian twin babies
• Any gender, ages 12–24 months
• Must be able to take a few steps
• Parent/guardian must have a valid passport
• Twins must have passports for travel
• Must be available to travel to Toronto
• Parent/guardian must pass a background check if required

Compensation

• $600 per shoot day, per child
• All travel expenses covered by production
• Buyout if featured in the final commercial (amount TBD)
• Agency fee: 20%

Job Description:
A short film titled Other Weekends is seeking talented actors for a powerful, emotionally driven story centered around family dynamics and personal struggles. The film follows a teenage boy navigating tension with his father after a pivotal basketball game, leading to a deeply emotional confrontation that reveals long-standing issues within the family.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray complex characters with emotional depth and authenticity
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming days
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story to life
• Deliver strong, naturalistic performances in dramatic scenes

Requirements:

• Marcus: Black male, age 15
  • Emotionally perceptive, withdrawn, struggles with anxiety and desire for paternal approval
• Terrence: Black male, age 45
  • Charismatic, disciplined, authoritative; a basketball coach with a tough-love approach
• Trey: Black male, age 15
  • Charismatic, witty, athletic; uses humor to mask deeper awareness
• Vanessa: Black female, age 40
  • Grounded, perceptive, emotionally strong; the stabilizing force of the family
• Must be 16+ to apply (with parental permission if under 18)
• Prior acting experience preferred
• Must submit headshot and demo reel

Compensation:

• Unpaid opportunity
• Meals and parking covered
• Final copy of the film provided

Male Actor for True Crime Re-Enactment Role

Job Description
A true-crime docuseries is casting a male actor for a re-enactment role in an upcoming production filming in Hamilton, Ontario. This project is seeking talent who can deliver a grounded and realistic performance to help bring real-life events to screen in a compelling and dramatic way.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a true-crime re-enactment scene
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days
• Deliver a believable and natural performance

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–55
• White, with a slight to average build
• Receding hairline or bald look preferred
• Must be willing to shave head if required for the role
• Valid driver’s license required
• Comfortable working in a dramatic re-enactment setting

Compensation

• $350 per day

Male and Female Talent for Commercial Project

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting male and female talent for an upcoming shoot in Thornhill. This project is seeking individuals who can bring a natural and engaging presence on camera for a full-day commercial production. Talent must be flexible and available for filming across potential shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial shoot for up to 12 hours
• Follow direction from the production and creative team
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout the shoot
• Be prepared for a full day on set including potential overtime

Requirements

• Male and female, ages 18–35
• Comfortable on camera with a natural presence
• Must be available for both potential shoot dates
• Reliable and able to commit to a full-day schedule

Compensation

• $300 for up to 12 hours
• 1-hour lunch break included
• Overtime pay if applicable

Teen Talent for National Campaign

Job Description
A high-paying commercial campaign is casting teens across Canada for an exciting production filming in Toronto. This project is seeking energetic and creative young talent to appear in a visually engaging campaign. Opportunities are open to individuals, as well as identical twins or triplets, offering a unique chance to be featured in a large-scale production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial campaign shoot
• Perform role-specific actions such as sports, creative tasks, or lifestyle scenes
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Attend rehearsals if required

Requirements

• Ages 15–19 (must be legally over 15)
• Open to individuals, identical twins, or triplets
• Female soccer players with strong skills (including freestyle and advanced techniques like “around the world”)
• Male teens with creative interests (baking/chef type or music/DJ/tech personality)
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• Must be available for filming in Toronto (travel and accommodation provided if needed)

Compensation

• Approximately $6,175 per teen
• Additional $600 if rehearsal is required
• Travel and accommodation covered

Identical Twin Boys for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial project is casting identical twin boys for a paid production filming in Toronto. This opportunity is open to talent across Canada, with travel and accommodations covered. Casting directors are looking for natural, expressive teens who can bring authenticity and strong on-camera presence to a professional commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial shoot as twin talent
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Attend callbacks if selected
• Be available for scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Identical twin males, ages 15–18
• Must be based in Canada or able to travel
• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction
• Parent/guardian consent required if under 18
• Available for potential multiple shoot days

Compensation

• $600 per 10-hour day
• $300 per travel/hold day
• $5,500 CAD buyout per person
• Travel and accommodation covered

Japanese Male Actor for TV Series Role

Job Description
A hit television series is casting a Japanese male actor for a featured role in its upcoming season. This character-driven opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring intensity and authenticity to screen. The production is seeking talent fluent in Japanese to portray a compelling “gambler” role in a high-profile streaming project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a scripted TV series
• Deliver lines fluently in Japanese
• Collaborate with directors and cast to develop character performance
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming and production

Requirements

• Japanese male, ages 40–50s
• Must be fluent in Japanese
• Strong on-screen presence and acting ability
• Must be legally eligible to work
• Ability to work as a local hire
• No prior acting experience required, but preferred

Compensation

• Paid actor rate (details provided upon selection)
• Opportunity to appear in a major streaming series
• Professional on-set experience

Actors for Feature Film Roles

Job Description
An exciting feature film is casting diverse talent for speaking roles in an upcoming production filming locally and internationally. The project is seeking Okanagan-based Black and Latino actors to bring authenticity and depth to a range of compelling characters across different age groups.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted speaking roles in a feature film
• Collaborate with directors and production team to develop characters
• Attend rehearsals and filming as required
• Deliver authentic and engaging on-screen performances

Requirements

• Black and Latino actors based in the Okanagan region
• Young girl (approx. 12 years old, able to portray 10)
• Teen girl (16+ able to portray 15)
• Mother figure (mid 60s, able to portray late 50s to early 80s)
• Father figure (50s)
• Male actor (20s–50s) who speaks Spanish
• Strong acting ability and comfort with speaking roles
• Union actors encouraged; non-union talent also welcome

Compensation

• Paid speaking roles (rate based on role and experience)
• Opportunity to work on an international feature film
• Union consideration available for eligible talent

Job Description
A production team is seeking talented actors for an upcoming short film centered around a powerful and emotional story. The film follows a young woman navigating a difficult and time-sensitive situation as she struggles to make it through the day to see her son on his birthday. This project explores sensitive subject matter with care and professionalism.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a dramatic short film production
• Deliver emotionally compelling performances aligned with the film’s tone
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring characters to life
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming days
• Maintain professionalism on set, especially given the sensitive themes

Requirements

• Iris (Lead): Young woman; strong emotional range required for a heavy role involving sensitive subject matter (human trafficking themes; no nudity, sexual content implied only)
• Roy (Lead): Male actor; must portray a controlling and unsettling character with a strong on-screen presence
• Ability to handle emotionally intense material
• Must be reliable and available for filming
• Non-union actors only

Compensation

• Small compensation provided
• Opportunity to gain experience and footage for reel

Job Description
A production team is casting a supporting role for an upcoming horror/sci-fi short film. The story follows a priest in the 1950s who builds a machine capable of viewing the past, leading to a powerful and unsettling encounter. The selected actor will portray a symbolic and intense character central to the film’s narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in a horror/sci-fi short film
• Perform emotionally expressive and physically demanding scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Be comfortable working with special effects (SFX) makeup
• Collaborate with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Male, 30s
• Middle Eastern descent preferred
• Athletic build
• Comfortable wearing SFX makeup
• Strong on-screen presence and ability to portray intense emotions
• Previous acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity
• Non-union project
• Meals provided on set
• Opportunity to gain experience and network within the film industry