Jigsaw Casting is seeking Canadian Residents from Toronto who send money back home to Mumbai or Manila for a CIBC Global Money Transfer (GMT) Campaign.
We will also be casting their families back home who receive their money from Canada, our production will be traveling to both of these cities to film each family for this commercial.
This docu-style Campaign brings a refreshingly, real depiction of what GMTs mean to Canadian Residents.
Looking for the following People with families back home:
1. You are a Canadian Resident, and you work here. We are open to Individuals or Couples/Family.
2. You are from the Toronto area. (GTA)
3. You have a family back home in either one of these cities: Mumbai, India OR Manila, Philippines. We are looking for 2 stories, one from each city.
4. Ideally, you have a big family back home, that you send money to.
5. You and your family are both comfortable being filmed. We are not looking for actors, but rather real families and stories. It’s fine if some of you and your family members are shy and awkward, we want to capture real emotions and feelings.
Compensation If selected:
We pay CAD 5,500.00 for you and your family. From that amount, $1,500 of it you are required to transfer to your family using our GMT system to send to them. You can share $5,500 with your family or send them half or just the $1,500.00. This is a nonunion campaign. No acting experience is required.
Deadline to submit: ASAP or before March 17, 2023 at 10AM. EST.
The earlier you apply the better since we are in a time crunch!
Must be available on these dates:
ZOOM Callbacks: March 21, 2023 (Back up date: March 20)
Mumbai (Family back home) Shoot date: April 7, 2023.
Manila (Family back home) Shoot date: April 12, 2023.
Toronto Shoot (Money Sender) Shoot date: April 18, 2023.
Related jobs:
Comedic and Improv Actors Casting Call for Mockumentary-Style Commercial
Job Description
A mockumentary-style commercial campaign is seeking strong comedic and improv actors who can deliver natural, spontaneous, and engaging performances. Casting is looking for performers with comedy or improvisation experience who are comfortable thinking quickly on camera and bringing authentic humor to character-driven scenes. Selected talent will participate in a one-day commercial shoot, with compensation based on role placement and final usage.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a mockumentary-style commercial campaign.
- Deliver natural comedic and improvisational performances.
- Develop authentic character reactions and spontaneous moments on camera.
- Take creative direction while remaining flexible during improvised scenes.
- Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
- Participate in auditions, callbacks, and fittings as required.
Requirements
- Strong comedy and/or improvisation experience.
- Confident performing unscripted or partially improvised material.
- Strong comedic timing and character instincts.
- Comfortable adapting quickly to creative direction.
- Able to deliver natural, engaging performances in a mockumentary format.
- Must be available for required production activities if selected.
Compensation
- $600–$6,600 for a one-day shoot.
- Final compensation depends on role placement and usage in the final edit.
Sportswear Commercial Casting for Men and Women
Job Description
A paid sportswear commercial is casting men and women for an upcoming production filming in Vancouver, Canada. Casting directors are seeking Hispanic, ethnically ambiguous, or mixed-ethnicity talent between the ages of 20 and 30. This is an excellent opportunity for local Canadian performers or individuals with valid Canadian work permits to appear in a commercial campaign for a major sportswear brand.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a professional sportswear commercial production.
- Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
- Follow creative direction from the production team.
- Be available for all scheduled filming days in Vancouver.
Requirements
- Men and women ages 20–30.
- Hispanic, ethnically ambiguous, or mixed ethnicity.
- Must be a local Canadian resident or legally authorized to work in Canada.
- Must be available for filming in Vancouver.
- Travel expenses are not provided.
Compensation
- $600 CAD session fee per day.
- $75 CAD fitting fee.
- $4,000 CAD buyout.
- Agency fee: 20%.
Job Description
A paid commercial production is seeking BIPOC talent for a non-union commercial filming in the Toronto/GTA area. Performers of a wide age range are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for diverse talent looking to gain commercial experience while working on a professional production with competitive pay.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a commercial production as directed by the creative team.
- Attend the scheduled filming session in the Toronto/GTA area.
- Deliver natural, authentic on-camera performances.
- Follow production schedules and on-set instructions.
Requirements
- Must identify as BIPOC.
- Open to performers across a wide age range.
- Must be available to film in Toronto/GTA.
- Non-union talent only.
Compensation
- $600 session fee.
- $1,500 usage fee.
- Additional 15% agency fee, where applicable.
Toronto Commercial Casting Call for Male Actors, Filmmakers, and Artists
Job Description
A paid commercial casting call is seeking talented men ages 18–28 for an upcoming production in Toronto, Ontario. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring actors, filmmakers, artists, and creatives with unique personalities and on-camera presence. Casting directors are looking for authentic local talent who can bring energy and originality to the project.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a commercial production if selected.
- Collaborate professionally with the production team on set.
- Bring a natural, creative, and authentic performance to the role.
- Be available to work in the Toronto area.
Requirements
- Male talent ages 18–28.
- Must be local to Toronto, Ontario.
- Actors, filmmakers, artists, and creative individuals are encouraged to apply.
- Must have a professional attitude and be comfortable working on a commercial production.
Compensation
- Pays CAD $675–$6,675, depending on the role and project requirements.
Job Description
DJT Casting is seeking non-union male talent for a financial firm commercial. The production is looking for reliable, relatable performers to appear in a commercial filming on Friday, July 24, with a backup shoot date of Thursday, July 23.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a commercial for a financial services company.
- Follow direction from the production team on set.
- Be available for the scheduled filming date and backup date if needed.
Requirements
- Male, ages 20–50.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Must be non-union.
Compensation
- $200.
Casting Arabic Children for Commercial
Job Description
A commercial production is seeking non-union Arabic children for featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience in a professional production while being part of a diverse campaign.
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)
- Parents/guardians must submit recent photos, full contact details, height, and weight
Compensation
- $350 flat rate
- Professional on-set experience
- Opportunity for future projects
