Commercial Casting Call for REAL Starbucks Baristas

Skilled Performers for Global Tech Commercial

Job Description

A global tech commercial is casting talented performers with real-world skills for a high-paying commercial campaign filming in the Greater Toronto Area. This non-union casting call is seeking skateboarders, drummers, street riders, divers, barbers, hairdressers, and basketball players who can authentically showcase their abilities on camera. If you have genuine talent in one of these specialties and are looking for a premium commercial opportunity, this production wants to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform your real-life skill naturally and confidently on camera.
• Participate in a virtual callback if selected.
• Attend a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during the commercial shoot.
• Complete one guaranteed filming day as scheduled.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Must be available for callbacks, wardrobe fitting, and filming in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Seeking the following talent:
  • Skateboarders (any gender, ages 18–20) with strong skateboarding skills.
  • Male drummers (ages 18–25) with real drumming experience.
  • Wheelie or street riders (18+) who can confidently perform bike wheelies or similar riding skills.
  • Diving performers (ages 18–30) confident diving from a platform.
  • Real barbers and hairdressers (ages 21–35).
  • Basketball players (ages 18–40) with genuine basketball skills.
• Open to all ethnicities.

Compensation

• Session fee: $600 for up to 12 hours.
• Wardrobe fitting: $75 for up to 2 hours.
• Overtime for wardrobe: $50 per hour.
• Buyout: $6,000.
• 15% agency fee applies.
• 10% renewal option.

Commercial DJ Casting Call for Tech Company Campaign

Job Description

A major commercial campaign for a leading tech company is seeking talented DJs based in Ontario for a paid advertising project. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced musicians and performers to showcase their DJ skills in a high-profile commercial, with selected talent earning between $4,500 and $8,000 or more. The production is looking for charismatic DJs with strong musical ability and on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a DJ in a commercial campaign for a tech company.
• Demonstrate musical talent and performance skills on camera.
• Attend auditions if requested.
• Participate in a wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Be available for the scheduled production day.

Requirements

• Must be an Ontario resident.
• Must not be a member of ACTRA.
• Strong DJ and musical performance skills.
• Comfortable appearing on camera.
• Available for auditions, fitting, and one designated filming day.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• $4,500–$8,000+ for selected talent.
• Paid commercial campaign opportunity.
• Chance to be featured in a national advertising production.

Teppanyaki/Hibachi Chef for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef for a paid filming opportunity. Talent should be skilled in performing entertaining cooking tricks such as spatula spinning, food tossing, and other live hibachi-style techniques. Applicants must have access to their own cooking tools, with a rental fee provided by production. This role is ideal for chefs with a strong on-camera presence and social media or video content showcasing their culinary skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic teppanyaki and hibachi cooking techniques on camera
• Demonstrate cooking tricks and knife or spatula skills during filming
• Follow production direction while maintaining food preparation standards
• Bring and use personal cooking tools during the shoot
• Collaborate with the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 25–50
• Experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef
• Must be proficient in cooking tricks such as spinning spatulas and tossing food
• Must have personal cooking tools available for use
• Able to provide video examples of cooking skills from social media or online platforms
• Must be available to work in Hamilton, Ontario

Compensation

• $379.25 minimum rate
• Additional $50 tool rental fee
• Overtime paid at $71.25 per hour after 8 hours
• Professional commercial production experience

Professional Whitewater Packrafters and Kayakers for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking professional whitewater packrafters and kayakers for an exciting shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Talent must have advanced experience navigating technical whitewater environments, including canyon conditions. This opportunity is ideal for skilled paddlers looking to showcase their expertise in a high-profile commercial project. Applicants must be local to Vancouver or able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform professional whitewater packrafting or kayaking in technical river environments
• Navigate challenging canyon and whitewater conditions safely and confidently
• Follow production and safety team instructions during filming
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and callback sessions if selected
• Represent authentic outdoor adventure and paddling skills on camera
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production schedule

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a professional whitewater packrafter or kayaker
• Experience with technical whitewater and canyon paddling required
• Must be based in Vancouver, British Columbia, or able to work as a local hire
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills preferred
• Ability to participate in callbacks and filming schedule if selected

Compensation

• $2,500 CAD per shoot day
• One-year buyout ranging from $2,500–$4,000 CAD if featured in the final cut
• Automotive exclusivity included
• Professional commercial production opportunity

Small Business Owners for Financial Campaign Demo

Job Description

A financial campaign is seeking real small business owners for a paid commercial-style demo project. Production is looking for passionate entrepreneurs who are proud of the businesses they have built and are comfortable sharing their experiences, insights, and reactions on camera. This opportunity is open to business owners from a variety of industries and does not require previous on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a financial campaign demo project
• Share authentic experiences as a small business owner on camera
• Participate in interviews and filmed segments
• Follow direction from the production team
• Attend the scheduled shoot date and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be a real small business owner
• Comfortable speaking about your business on camera
• Must be an Ontario resident
• Non-union talent only
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is not required
• Businesses may be from industries including:
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Contracting
  • Realty
  • Professional Services
  • Law Firms
  • Accounting Firms
• Must be available for a half-day shoot during the production window

Compensation

• $1,700+
• Featured role in a financial campaign
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to promote your entrepreneurial story
• Half-day shoot commitment

Car Commercial Casting Call – Female Asian Cellists

Job Description
A national car commercial is seeking talented female Asian cellists for an upcoming shoot. This casting call is open across Canada and requires skilled musicians who can confidently perform on camera. This is a unique opportunity to showcase musical ability while being featured in a high-profile commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a cellist during the commercial shoot

• Bring authenticity, presence, and confidence to the role

• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a professional on-camera performance

Requirements

• Female, Asian cellists

• Must be available for the specified shoot dates

• Open to talent across Canada

• Professional playing ability required

Compensation

• Paid role with competitive rates

Casting Kids for Skincare Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A national skincare brand is casting children ages 4 to 7 for an upcoming commercial and print campaign in Toronto. This project celebrates real kids with vibrant personalities and diverse backgrounds to help showcase the gentle care of Aveeno for Kids. Scenes will highlight playful, everyday moments that connect to skincare and confidence. All talent must be allergy-free to Aveeno products.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial and/or print shoot promoting children’s skincare

• Perform simple, joyful actions while interacting naturally on camera

• Follow light direction from the production team to ensure relaxed, real moments are captured

• Represent inclusive beauty and personality across media platforms

Requirements

• Children ages 4–7

• Must not be allergic to Aveeno skincare products

• Casting for the following roles:

  • Chinese or Asian/White mixed girl (makeup play)

  • White boy (active and adventurous)

  • East Asian boy (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Taiwanese)

  • Hispanic or South Asian girl

  • Black girl

• Must be local to Toronto or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Wardrobe: $75 for up to 2 hours

• Session Fee: $600 for an 8-hour shoot day

• Backup Session Fee: $600

• Buyout Options (based on edit selection):

  • $5400 for motion and print (Broadcast TV, Digital, Social – 2 Years)

  • $2700 for print use only (OOH/Worldwide – 2 Years)

• 2 kids will appear in motion and print; 3 will appear in print-only

• Buyout is campaign-based and dependent on final cut

Casting Call: Musicians for Alcohol Brand Commercial in Toronto

Job Description
An alcohol brand commercial is seeking talented musicians aged 25-55 to star in a professionally directed production in Toronto. This non-union opportunity allows musicians to showcase their personality and skills on camera, with no prior acting experience required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed commercial for a leading alcohol brand.
• Follow direction from the production team to deliver a compelling performance.
• Exhibit confidence, charisma, and authenticity while being filmed.

Requirements

• Must be 25 years or older.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Available to film in Toronto.
• Submit an audition video as part of the application process.
• Outgoing personality and comfort in front of the camera.
• Availability for wardrobe fittings and potential shoot days if selected.

Compensation

• Earn $675 to $26,775+ for one day of filming.
• All shortlisted candidates must be available for auditions, wardrobe fittings, and potential filming days