Casting Call for “A Better Life” Short Series

Job Description

Jesse Griffiths Casting is seeking a teen performer with strong basketball ability for the lead role of Fawad Choudhry in Regent Boy, a non-union feature film based on Humayun Khan’s novel Wrong Side of the Court. The production will film in the Greater Toronto Area. Fawad is a 15–16-year-old Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi) boy living with his mother and sister in Regent Park. He is a gifted basketball player navigating family tensions, friendships, and personal growth while finding his confidence and voice on the court.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Fawad Choudhry.
• Perform basketball sequences confidently on camera.
• Deliver dramatic and character-driven scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Participate in self-tape auditions and additional casting stages as required.

Requirements

• Boy, playing age 15–16.
• Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi).
• Must have strong basketball skills.
• Must be capable of carrying a lead role in a feature film.

Compensation

$300/day, with approximately 25 shoot days anticipated.

No More Lonely Nights – Sam Supporting Role

Job Description

The feature film No More Lonely Nights is casting a male child performer for the supporting role of Sam, filming in the Greater Toronto Area. Sam is a warm, expressive 12 to 15-year-old boy who lives with autism and has a deep interest in trains. The production is actively seeking performers who live with autism for this emotionally layered role. The story follows Sam as he develops an unexpected friendship with another boy while their fathers face serious illness, requiring a performer who can bring warmth, humor, and emotional authenticity to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Sam in a supporting role in a feature film
• Perform scripted dramatic and emotionally nuanced scenes
• Bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to the character
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production team
• Participate in scenes exploring friendship and family relationships
• Follow age-appropriate direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Male child performer ages 12 to 15
• Production is actively seeking performers who live with autism
• Able to portray a warm, expressive, and high-functioning character
• Comfortable performing emotionally layered dramatic material
• Must be able to work in the Greater Toronto Area
• Interest in or familiarity with trains may complement the character

Compensation

• ACTRA IPA production

Child Voice Actors for Animated Series

Job Description

A popular animated children’s series is holding an open casting call for Canadian kids to become the new voices of Marshall and Chase. This voice acting opportunity is seeking young performers ages 7–10 who can bring personality, energy, humor, and expressive vocal performances to these well-known animated characters. Both union and non-union talent are welcome to audition, making this an exciting opportunity for young voice actors interested in professional animation work.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide the voice for Marshall or Chase in an animated children’s series
• Deliver energetic, expressive, and character-driven vocal performances
• Perform scripted dialogue with clear emotion and personality
• Take direction from voice directors and the production team
• Maintain character voice consistency throughout recording sessions
• Participate in professional voice recording sessions as required

Requirements

• Children ages 7–10
• Must be Canadian
• Union and non-union performers may apply
• Strong, expressive speaking voice
• Comfortable performing scripted dialogue and character voices
• Able to take age-appropriate voice direction
• Parent or guardian participation required as appropriate

Compensation

• Paid voice acting opportunity; rate and compensation details will be discussed with selected talent

Job Description

A music video production is casting three male supporting actors, ages 20–35, for an upcoming shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Filming is scheduled for the evening of August 17, and the production is looking for a diverse group of talent to appear in supporting roles throughout the video. Previous acting or on-camera experience is considered a plus but is not required, making this opportunity open to both experienced performers and newcomers interested in gaining music video experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a supporting performer in a professionally produced music video.
• Perform scenes and actions according to production direction.
• Maintain a natural and engaging presence on camera.
• Collaborate professionally with the production team and other performers.
• Remain available for the scheduled evening shoot on August 17.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20–35.
• Production is ideally seeking a diverse mix of Black and White talent.
• Must be available in Vancouver, BC on August 17 in the evening.
• Acting or on-camera experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

Not provided.

Job Description

A paid OAC-granted short film is casting multiple actors for principal roles. The production is considering both ACTRA and non-union performers and is specifically seeking Persian, Arab, White, and mixed-race/ethnically ambiguous talent across several age ranges. Several roles require fluent Farsi, while others require fluent English. Selected performers will join a professionally produced short film project, with roles available for adults, seniors, and a young performer.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the assigned scripted role for the short film.
• Attend scheduled production activities as required.
• Deliver dialogue naturally in the language specified for the role.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Arrive prepared and follow creative direction during filming.

Requirements

• Leily: Female, 35–49, Persian; fluent in Farsi and English.
• Ava: Female, 35–39, Persian; fluent in Farsi and English.
• Eric: Male, 40–45, Arab or White; fluent in English.
• Ellie: 12–15, mixed-race/ethnically ambiguous; fluent in English.
• Betty: Female, 60s, Persian; fluent in Farsi.
• Ibrahim: Male, 60s–70s, Persian; fluent in Farsi.
• ACTRA and non-union performers may apply.

Compensation

Paid.

Families for Beach Day Scene in Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film set in present-day Chicago is seeking families from the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, and surrounding areas to work as paid background performers for a beach day scene. Families of all ages and ethnicities are welcome, and no previous acting or background experience is required. Selected families will work for one production day and help create a natural, authentic family atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a family in a beach day scene for a feature film.
• Perform natural family activities and background actions on camera.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during multiple takes.
• Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Families of any age combination are welcome.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be available to work for one filming day.
• Must be able to work in the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, or surrounding area.
• Dependable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid background performer opportunity.
• Selected families will receive rate and compensation details from the production team.

Job Description

An independent zombie comedy production is seeking a young adult actress to portray Samantha, a blonde, witty, and independent character. The production is scheduled for August 25–28. The role includes horror and zombie-themed material, including a scripted on-camera death scene. The selected actress should be comfortable combining comedic performance with the physical and creative requirements of the horror genre.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Samantha in a zombie comedy production
• Perform comedic and horror-themed scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Perform a scripted on-camera death scene
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Young adult actress
• Blonde
• Able to portray a witty and independent character
• Comfortable performing a scripted death scene
• Comfortable working with zombie and horror-themed material
• Professional and able to follow creative direction

Compensation

$400/day

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 18–25 for the supporting role of Scott. Filming is scheduled for October 2026 in the Toronto Region. Scott is a quiet high school student who was previously involved in a romantic relationship with his teacher, Joan. When new student Angel appears to become Joan’s latest target, Scott attempts to warn her before it is too late.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting character Scott
• Perform emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, and simulated injuries
• Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew
• Maintain professional conduct throughout production

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 18–25
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable, professional, and committed to production

Compensation

Unpaid

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a female actor ages 30–50 for the lead role of Joan Prosser, with production scheduled in the Toronto Region in October 2026. Joan is a confident and charismatic high school teacher who takes great pride in supporting her students.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead character Joan Prosser
• Deliver emotionally complex and physically demanding performances
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, simulated injuries, and kiss scenes
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and crew
• Prepare and submit required audition materials

Requirements

• Female actor
• Ages 30–50
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable and professionally committed to the production
• Audition tape required

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a female actor ages 18–25 for the lead role of Angel Torrin. Production will take place in the Toronto Region in October 2026. Angel is a new student in town who is sweet, charming, and observant. After developing a close relationship with her teacher, Joan, Angel’s behavior becomes increasingly violent, leading Joan to investigate her past and discover that there may be no record of Angel ever existing.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character Angel Torrin
• Perform emotionally intense and physically demanding scenes
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, simulated injuries, and kiss scenes
• Attend required table reads and rehearsals
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team
• Prepare and submit the required audition material

Requirements

• Female actor
• Ages 18–25
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable, professional, and committed to production
• Audition tape required

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 45–70 for the supporting role of Dave. The project will film in the Toronto Region during October 2026. Dave is described as a drunkard at a local bar who attempts to pick up younger women. He spends much of his time at the college bar looking for someone to take home.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character Dave
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s vision
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew
• Arrive prepared for scheduled filming
• Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 45–70
• Any race/ethnicity
• Reliable, professional, and committed to the production

Compensation

Unpaid

Job Description

An independent student feature film titled Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 20–35 for the supporting role of Don Jackson. Production will take place in the Toronto Region with filming scheduled for October 2026. Don Jackson is a high school drama teacher and a close friend of Joan. He is described as awkward, funny, and caring, with a genuine concern for his students and a desire to make everyone feel included.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character Don Jackson
• Perform emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes as required
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team
• Arrive prepared and maintain professional conduct throughout production
• Deliver a believable and engaging performance

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 20–35
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable performing emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes
• Reliable, professional, and committed to the production

Compensation

Unpaid