“BLOOM” Non-Union Short Film Open Casting Call

Job Description

A horror short film titled Tea Party is seeking a male actor to play the lead role of Kai. This character-driven project follows an outdoor adventure influencer who discovers a mysterious hiking trail that leads to a surreal tea party with magical fae beings. The production welcomes both union and non-union talent who can bring charisma, curiosity, and a sense of adventure to the role. This project offers an opportunity to gain on-screen experience, collaborate with an independent film team, and receive credited work for professional portfolios.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Kai, in a horror short film production.

• Perform scenes that involve adventure, exploration, and interaction with fantastical characters.

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming.

• Participate in rehearsals and multiple takes as needed.

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew to bring the story to life.

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 20–35.

• Must convincingly portray an outdoor/adventure influencer and content creator.

• Comfortable performing in outdoor environments and portraying adventurous, confident energy.

• Ability to deliver expressive and engaging on-camera performances.

• Union and non-union performers are welcome to apply.

• Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Unpaid, volunteer-based project.

• IMDb credit provided.

• Footage available for demo reel.

• Meals and snacks provided during production.

French and English-Speaking Actors for Banking Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial production is casting fluent French and English-speaking actors for a banking campaign. The project will feature several speaking roles and supporting background parts, highlighting authentic conversations and everyday financial scenarios. This opportunity is ideal for bilingual performers looking to appear in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dialogue in both French and English for commercial scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera performances

• Collaborate with cast and crew during the shoot

• Maintain professionalism throughout the filming process

Requirements

• Must be fluent in both French and English

• Comfortable performing on camera with memorized dialogue

• Professional attitude and ability to follow direction

• Available for the scheduled filming days if selected

• Previous acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $400 for speaking roles in the commercial

• $250 for non-speaking background roles

• Paid opportunity to appear in a professional commercial production

Inuit Men for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is casting Inuit men to appear as background actors in upcoming scenes for a scripted series filming in Iqaluit. Producers are seeking authentic local talent to help bring realistic northern community environments to life on screen. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience while representing local culture and community within a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in community-based scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain natural behavior and reactions on camera

• Arrive on set prepared and available for the full filming schedule

• Work professionally with cast, crew, and other background performers

Requirements

• Inuit men ages 20–40

• Must be local to Iqaluit

• Available for full-day and evening filming if selected

• Comfortable appearing in background roles for a television production

• Professional attitude and ability to follow production direction

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity

• On-set experience working with a professional television production

• Opportunity to participate in a scripted television series

Red Carpet Event Doubles for Live Awards Show

Job Description
A live entertainment event is casting actor doubles to appear on the red carpet during a major awards show taking place in Hamilton, Ontario. Casting directors are seeking talent who closely matches the look of a specific artist to participate in red carpet moments and event activities. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-profile live entertainment event while gaining on-camera and event experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a red carpet double during a live awards show event

• Walk the red carpet and participate in event activities

• Follow direction from the production and event team

• Maintain professionalism and composure during live event moments

• Help recreate the presence and style of a celebrity appearance

Requirements

• Male talent ages 25–35

• White or mixed ethnicity with Latinx or Middle Eastern background

• Height between 5’9” and 6’1” with a slim build

• Ability to match the look and style of a celebrity reference

• Comfortable appearing at a live public event

Compensation

• $600 for up to 10 hours of work

• Paid opportunity to participate in a major live entertainment event

• Experience working on a high-profile red carpet production

Job Description
A non-union commercial production is seeking male and female talent for an upcoming advertising shoot in Toronto, Ontario. The production is looking for individuals between the ages of 20 and 60 to appear in a commercial project. Selected talent will participate in a professionally produced commercial shoot alongside a creative team responsible for capturing high-quality advertising content.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in gaining experience in commercial production and working on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as on-camera talent in a commercial production

• Follow direction from the production and creative teams during filming

• Maintain professionalism and punctuality throughout the production schedule

• Participate in scenes as directed by the production team

• Be prepared for a full production day on set

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–60

• Must be available to work locally in Toronto, Ontario

• Comfortable appearing on camera for a commercial production

• Ability to follow direction and collaborate with the production team

• Professional attitude and reliability

Compensation

• $300 flat rate

• Up to 12-hour workday plus a 1-hour lunch break

• Overtime pay if applicable

• Agency commission of 15% may apply

Job Description

A student short film titled Devil Gone Home is seeking a male actor in his 20s to 30s for a lead role. The project follows a lone traveler who encounters the devil at a crossroads, forcing him to confront the tension between pursuing greatness and risking the loss of himself.

This short film will be produced as a creative student project and filmed using a virtual LED volume wall stage, offering performers the opportunity to work with innovative film technology in a cinematic storytelling environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a dramatic student short film

• Perform scripted scenes exploring themes of ambition, fear, and personal conflict

• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life

• Participate in filming on a virtual LED volume stage production setup

• Follow direction during filming to achieve the intended visual and emotional performance

Requirements

• Male actor aged 20–30

• Open to all ethnicities

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Must provide a headshot, resume, and demo reel when submitting

• Ability to perform in a dramatic short film role

Compensation

• This is an unpaid student film opportunity

• Participants will gain experience working on a short film production utilizing LED volume stage technology

• Opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers and build portfolio material

Job Description

A student production team is casting non-union actors for a crime drama pilot titled “Kash Withdrawn.” The project is being co-produced with students from Fanshawe and is scheduled to film over approximately seven shoot days between late March and early April.

The production plans to submit the pilot to networks such as Rogers, Bell, and CBC for potential development opportunities. While the project is a student production, it offers performers the chance to gain on-set experience, build their acting reel, and participate in a pilot that may evolve into a larger project.

The series follows seventeen-year-old Kash Martin, a high school student navigating a difficult home life. When friends pull him into a risky robbery, Kash is forced to confront the consequences of his choices as stolen money, a gun he doesn’t know how to use, and his own conscience push him toward a life-changing decision.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned acting roles in the student pilot “Kash Withdrawn”

• Participate in rehearsals, self-tape auditions, or live auditions as scheduled

• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming

• Deliver performances aligned with the tone of a crime drama and teen thriller

• Follow the filming schedule across the planned shoot days

Requirements

• Non-union actors

• Ability to submit a self-tape audition

• Availability for filming between late March and early April

• Ability to attend auditions via Zoom or in person if requested

• Interest in student film productions and collaborative storytelling

Compensation

• Unpaid student production

• Opportunity to gain experience and build an acting reel

• Potential exposure if the pilot is submitted for network development

Job Description
A student production team from Sheridan College is seeking an actor for a minor role in the short film Face the Heel. This project follows the intense competition between two individuals—a stripper and a privileged rival—as they race against the clock to secure a coveted editorial assistant position at a leading newspaper.

The selected actor will portray a small but memorable character appearing in a strip club setting. This role requires a performer capable of delivering subtle on-screen presence with a brief speaking part.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer character in a strip club scene

• Deliver 1–2 lines of dialogue during the scene

• Follow direction from the film’s director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming

• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be 19 years or older

• Ability to portray a “creepy customer” character convincingly

• Must be able to provide a headshot and resume or demo reel for submission

• Comfortable performing in a nightclub or strip club scene setting

Compensation

• Non-union student short film

• Unpaid opportunity

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a student film production

Male and Female Talent for Skincare Injection Campaign

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting men and women for a skincare and aesthetics advertising project focused on filler and botox treatments. Casting directors are looking for individuals with natural, relatable looks who can represent a modern skincare brand in promotional content. Selected talent will appear in professional marketing materials showcasing confidence, beauty, and self-care in a lifestyle-focused campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in promotional content for a skincare aesthetics campaign

• Participate in lifestyle-style photo or video shoots

• Follow direction from the production and marketing team

• Represent the brand with a natural and confident on-camera presence

Requirements

• Men and women ages 30–55

• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply

• Open to individuals or couples

• Comfortable appearing in a skincare or beauty campaign

• Ability to follow creative direction during filming

Compensation

• Minimum $22,000 CAD compensation for selected talent

• Professional commercial campaign opportunity

Young Actors for New Comedy Series

Job Description
A new young adult camp comedy series is casting Canadian youth and comedic talent for upcoming roles in a television production filming in Ontario. The series follows a group of teenagers working at a struggling summer camp, where their chaotic decisions, questionable leadership, and unpredictable antics lead to outrageous situations and comedic misadventures. Casting directors are seeking energetic performers who can bring humor, personality, and authenticity to this fast-paced comedy series.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scenes for a scripted comedy television series

• Portray dynamic and comedic characters in a summer camp setting

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Deliver natural comedic timing and engaging performances on camera

Requirements

• Young actors ages 9–18

• Must be eligible to work in Canada

• Strong personality and comfort performing in comedic roles

• Ability to take direction and collaborate with cast and crew

• Open to diverse and inclusive casting across backgrounds

Compensation

• Paid television series opportunity (ACTRA IPA; buyout to be determined)

• Opportunity to appear in a major streaming or broadcast comedy series

• Potential recurring roles across multiple episodes

Senior Male Actor for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a senior male actor for an upcoming non-union commercial filming in Toronto. This interior shoot is seeking a performer who can authentically portray a mature character in an alcohol brand commercial. The production is looking for someone with a strong on-camera presence who can bring personality and authenticity to the role in a professional commercial environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured character in a commercial production

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain a natural and engaging on-camera presence

• Participate in interior scenes as part of the commercial storyline

Requirements

• Male actor

• Portuguese or Italian background preferred

• Ages 60–80

• Must be 25 or older to participate in an alcohol-related commercial

• Comfortable performing on camera in a commercial setting

• Professional attitude and ability to follow direction

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• $350 for up to 12 hours of filming

University Professors for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is casting actors to portray university professors in reshoot scenes filming in Toronto. The production is seeking performers who can convincingly portray academic professionals in an exterior campus setting. This opportunity is ideal for actors who can bring a professional and believable professor presence to the screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a university professor in campus scenes

• Follow direction from the production team during filming

• Maintain a professional and academic appearance on camera

• Participate in exterior scenes set in a university environment

Requirements

• Female actor

• South Asian or Middle Eastern

• Ages 34–50

• Professional appearance suitable for a university professor role

• Comfortable performing in an outdoor campus setting

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Ontario

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)