Casting Call: Gene Simmons Look-A-Like

Job Description

The TV series “We Were Liars” Season 2 is casting background performers to portray Vineyard Passersby in a 1999-era scene filming in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. The production is seeking diverse male and female talent ages 18 and older who can naturally fit an upscale but casual Martha’s Vineyard-inspired setting. This casting call is specifically for 1990s-era background talent or new faces. Performers who previously appeared as Season 1 or present-day background talent should not submit for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Vineyard passerby in background scenes set in 1999.
• Wear wardrobe appropriate for an upscale but casual 1990s Martha’s Vineyard look.
• Follow direction from the production and background casting teams.
• Maintain continuity and remain available for the full filming commitment.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 18 and older.
• Must be a Nova Scotia resident and eligible to work in Canada.
• Must have reliable transportation to the Lunenburg filming location.
• Must be available for the entire shoot day with no conflicting commitments.
• Must be either a new face or suitable for 1999-era background work.
• Season 1 and present-day background performers should not apply for this role.
• Recent, accurate photos and current measurements/sizing are required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.

Compensation

• ACTRA background rates apply for union performers.
• Non-union rate: $16.75 as listed in the casting notice.

TV Project – Child Speaking Roles

Job Description

A television project filming in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking two young performers for paid on-camera roles. The production is looking for a Black/African American boy ages 6–9 for a role with several lines and an outgoing, imaginative Caucasian girl ages 4–6 for a role with potential to recur. Previous professional set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role for a television project.
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently when required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in multiple workdays if booked.
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black/African American boy, ages 6–9.
• Seeking a Caucasian girl, ages 4–6.
• Girl should have an outgoing and imaginative personality.
• Previous set experience is preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.
• Must be available as a local hire in Vancouver, Canada.
• Must be available for multiple workdays if required.

Compensation

• UBCP rate.
• 110% buyout.

New Actor Roles for Television Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking new actors for upcoming roles filming in the Halifax Regional Municipality and Chester & Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. This casting opportunity is open to union performers who have not previously worked on the production, including background roles. Selected talent will participate in professional television production scenes throughout the upcoming filming period.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role in the television series.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain character continuity throughout filming.
• Arrive prepared and maintain professional on-set conduct.
• Participate in filming within the designated Nova Scotia production locations.

Requirements

• Must be a new performer to the production.
• Talent who have previously worked on the series, including as background actors, should not apply.
• Must be available to work in the Halifax Regional Municipality or Chester & Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
• Must meet the specific character requirements for the selected role.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply.

Conversation Participants for Speech Technology Research Project

Job Description

A paid speech technology research project is seeking participants in Vancouver, British Columbia, to have natural conversations with another person while helping improve speech recognition and interpretive technology. The project supports technology that processes and understands different ways people speak, including applications related to accessibility and assistive technology. This is not a voice-cloning or generative AI project, and participants’ voices will not be used to create synthetic performances. Acting or technology experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in natural, unscripted conversations with another person.
• Speak clearly and authentically during recorded research sessions.
• Help researchers improve technology designed to recognize and interpret human speech.
• Follow session instructions provided by the research team.
• Participate professionally throughout sessions lasting approximately 4–8 hours.

Requirements

• Comfortable having natural conversations with another person.
• No acting experience required.
• No AI or technology background required.
• Able to communicate naturally during extended recording sessions.
• Must be able to participate in projects based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Compensation

• Up to $125 per hour.
• Paid projects generally run 4–8 hours, with most sessions lasting approximately 8 hours.

Actress for Prop Photo Shoot

Job Description

A production filming in Burlington, Ontario, is seeking a female performer for a prop photo shoot connected to a sensitive scene. The role involves portraying the aftermath of a self-harm scenario while remaining fully clothed. The scene may include visible simulated wrist injuries and theatrical blood, so performers should be comfortable working with mature and potentially distressing subject matter.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a staged prop photo shoot for a scripted production.
• Portray a character involved in a sensitive self-harm-related scene.
• Work with simulated injuries and theatrical blood as required.
• Follow posing and creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain professionalism while working with sensitive material.

Requirements

• Female performer in her mid-to-late 20s.
• Any hair color.
• Must be comfortable portraying sensitive subject matter involving simulated self-harm injuries.
• Comfortable working with theatrical blood.
• Must be a new face to the production.
• Must be able to work in Burlington, Ontario.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.

Male Look-Alike for True Crime Series

Job Description

A new true crime series is seeking a male look-alike for an upcoming non-union production filming in the Toronto, Ontario area. Casting is looking for talent with a similar overall appearance to the reference character, with the strongest emphasis on matching the hairstyle, hair texture, facial hair, and beard shape. An exact resemblance is not required, but candidates should have a convincing general likeness.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life subject in true crime recreation scenes.
• Match the general appearance and visual characteristics of the reference character.
• Maintain the required hairstyle and facial hair throughout filming.
• Follow performance, blocking, and continuity direction from the production team.
• Work professionally with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Must have a similar overall appearance to the reference character.
• Similar hairstyle and hair texture are strongly preferred.
• Must have comparable facial hair and beard shape.
• Exact facial resemblance is not required.
• Must be able to work in the Toronto, Ontario area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $450 per day.

Kissing Couple for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking a real couple for an intimate wrap-party scene. Casting is looking for adults who are comfortable performing together on camera while dressed in period-inspired “Anne of Green Gables” costumes. The scene involves kissing, making out, and simulated intimate movement under the guidance of an intimacy coordinator.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a couple in a television series scene.
• Portray guests attending an on-screen wrap party.
• Perform kissing and making-out scenes with your real-life partner.
• Perform simulated intimate movement as directed by the intimacy coordinator.
• Wear production-provided period-inspired costumes.
• Follow direction from the production and intimacy teams throughout filming.

Requirements

• Real couples only.
• Ages 20–38.
• Must apply and work together as a couple.
• Both performers must be comfortable kissing and making out on camera.
• Must be comfortable with simulated intimate movement, including grinding against each other.
• Must be comfortable working with an intimacy coordinator.
• Talent with smaller to average builds is preferred.
• Must be available for the required fitting and production schedule.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.

Job Description

A paid, non-union videography project is seeking one female actor in her 40s for a municipal voter participation campaign in Canada. The project will create marketing and promotional content designed to encourage participation in an upcoming municipal election. The featured character is confident, energetic, and sees herself as young, hip, and able to connect naturally with younger audiences. This is a half-day shoot requiring up to five hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the featured character in a municipal promotional video.
• Deliver a confident, upbeat, and relatable on-camera performance.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Female talent in her 40s.
• Must be non-union.
• Confident and comfortable performing on camera.
• Able to portray a character who considers herself young, hip, and relatable to younger audiences.

Compensation

• $450 per person.
• Up to five hours of filming.

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

Project Family Casting Call for East Asian Men Ages 70+

Job Description

A project filming in Vancouver is seeking non-union East Asian male talent ages 70 and older for a family-focused production. This Vancouver casting call is an opportunity for senior actors and performers interested in appearing in an upcoming entertainment project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as assigned for the production
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Participate professionally throughout filming
• Be available for the production schedule as required

Requirements

• East Asian men
• Age 70 or older
• Non-union talent
• Must be available to work in Vancouver

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Casting Call for Male Actors – 1950s Military Role

Job Description
A period production is now casting male actors to portray military recruits in a 1950s setting. The role requires authenticity, professionalism, and attention to historical detail, ideal for performers who can embody the disciplined and confident look of the era.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1950s military recruit with accurate posture, movement, and demeanor.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver realistic performances.

• Maintain readiness for an early call time and follow all on-set directions.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 18–35.

• Must be ACTRA or AABP eligible.

• Must fit wardrobe sizes: Jacket 44–46, Pants 34/36/38, Boot 12–13 (possibly 11).

• Must have short military-style hair.

• Submit a current selfie and full-length photo, along with name, age, union status, phone number, and complete sizes.

• Indicate if you have previously appeared in “Dreamland.”

Compensation

• Paid role at industry-standard rates.

Female Security Guard Role for Production “Vladimir”

Job Description
A production is seeking a female performer to portray a security guard in the upcoming project Vladimir. This role requires specific wardrobe sizing, and a shuttle will be available for transportation to the filming location in Brantford.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard in scripted scenes

• Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming

• Follow direction from the production team to achieve a professional on-screen performance

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 30s–40s

• Height: 5’9

• Bust: 38–40

• Waist: 36–38

• Hip: 42

• Dress size: 12

• Pant size: 12/14

• Shoe size: 11

• Must be available for fitting in Mississauga and filming in Brantford

Compensation

• Paid opportunity