Crave Canada “Meatballs” Open Casting Call

Artists for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

A hybrid documentary film is looking for artists to participate in a collaborative project celebrating Canadian queer history. This creative opportunity invites visual artists and multidisciplinary creatives to contribute their artistic perspectives while engaging in documentary storytelling and performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in collaborative artistic activities.
• Share creative perspectives during documentary filming.
• Engage in interviews and group discussions.
• Collaborate with fellow participants and the production team.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Interest in queer history and collaborative art.
• Comfortable discussing sex-positive topics.
• Strong creative and communication skills.
• Must be available for the scheduled residency.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

Actors for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

Casting is seeking actors for an upcoming hybrid documentary exploring the stories and legacy of Canadian queer communities. This unique production blends documentary storytelling with collaborative performance, offering actors the opportunity to contribute to an important historical and artistic project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in collaborative improvised scenes.
• Participate in interviews and creative workshops.
• Work closely with the director and ensemble cast.
• Attend all scheduled filming and residency activities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Interest in queer history and community storytelling.
• Comfortable participating in open discussions about sex-positive topics.
• Strong collaborative and improvisational skills.
• Must be available for the complete production schedule.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

2SLGBTQIA+ Performers for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

A hybrid documentary project is seeking 2SLGBTQIA+ performers to participate in an immersive storytelling experience exploring significant Canadian queer history. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who are passionate about artistic collaboration, queer history, and community engagement. Participants will take part in interviews and collaborative improvised performances during a three-night creative residency in the Muskoka Lake region.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in documentary interviews and collaborative performances.
• Share personal perspectives and engage in discussions about queer history.
• Collaborate with the creative team and fellow participants.
• Attend the full production residency and scheduled filming activities.

Requirements

• Must identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
• Must have an interest in queer history and HIV/AIDS education.
• Comfortable discussing sex-positive topics in an open and respectful manner.
• Experience in nightlife communities is considered an asset.
• Must be available for the full production schedule.
• Must be at least 19 years old.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

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.

Music Video Background Casting Call for Club Scene Extras

Job Description

A paid music video is seeking non-union background talent for a nightclub scene filming in Brooklyn, New York. Production is casting energetic performers to portray clubgoers, bouncers, and a promoter. This is a great opportunity for local talent with a natural urban or nightlife look to gain on-set experience in a music video production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nightclub patron, bouncer, or promoter in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Help create an authentic and energetic club atmosphere.
• Arrive camera-ready in wardrobe appropriate for the assigned role.

Requirements

• Must be non-union.
• Must be available to work in Brooklyn, New York.
• Must fit one of the following roles:
  • Clubgoers: Female and male, ages 20–30, all ethnicities, casual or urban club attire.
  • Bouncers: Male or female, ages 30–40, all ethnicities, dressed in all-black attire.
  • Promoter: Male, ages 30–40, any ethnicity, wearing a suit.
• Must be able to follow on-set direction and work professionally.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

An independent non-union supernatural thriller short film, Clerical, is casting actors for multiple paid roles in Montreal, Quebec. The film follows an office clerk and aspiring music producer who uncovers a sinister conspiracy hidden within corporate life. Production is scheduled for weekends between mid-September and early October 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s lead or supporting characters.
• Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if selected.
• Collaborate with the director during filming or voice recording sessions.
• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes in a psychological thriller setting.

Requirements

• Non-union performers.
• Available for filming between mid-September and early October 2026.
• Roles include:
  • The Clerk / DJ – Female, 22–26, all ethnicities.
  • Arthur Grover – Male, 27–35, British accent required.
  • Remy D’Amour – Male, 27–35, Parisian French accent preferred.
  • Samuel “Sammy” Deleon – Male, 30–39.
  • Olga Bogdanov (Voice Only) – Female, 25–45.
• Submit a headshot, demo reel (if available), and early fall availability.

Compensation

• Paid honorarium (details provided upon selection).

Job Description

A short film production is casting 3–4 background male artists for a one-day shoot in Surrey and Maple Ridge, British Columbia. This paid opportunity is open to performers of all ages and ethnicities, with transportation provided to the filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a short film.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Be available for the scheduled shoot date.
• Participate in scenes without speaking roles.

Requirements

• Male background performers.
• Open to all ages and ethnicities.
• Available to film on July 14, 2026.
• Submit your name, age, contact number, current location, and two recent photos.

Compensation

• $25 per hour.
• Transportation provided.

Job Description

Casting actors for System, a non-union English-language proof-of-concept short film in Toronto for a planned feature project. Multiple lead and supporting roles are available.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in the short film.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.
• Be available for one scheduled filming day.

Requirements

• Henry: Male, late 30s–early 40s.
• Kevin: Male, 30s; native English speaker.
• Henry’s Girlfriend: Female, 30–35.
• Henry’s Boss: Male, 35–45.
• Submit name and contact information.
• Headshot and current photos required.
• Demo reel, acting clip, or self-tape.
• Include location and availability.

Compensation

• Modest honorarium provided.
• Non-union production.

White Male Performers for Film Production

Job Description

A paid film production is seeking white male performers with a playing age of 18–22 for an upcoming shoot in Hamilton. This casting opportunity is open to both non-union and ACTRA members. Casting directors are looking for performers with short or buzz-cut hairstyles who are available for the scheduled filming dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in the production.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• White male performers with a playing age of 18–22.
• Short hair or buzz-cut hairstyle preferred.
• Available to film in Hamilton.
• Open to both Non-Union and ACTRA performers.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

White Male Actor Using Forearm Crutches or With a Spinal Condition

Job Description

A high-budget television production is seeking a white male in his 20s for a paid acting opportunity. The production is looking for authentic representation and encourages submissions from individuals who use forearm crutches or have visible scoliosis, lordosis, kyphosis, or another spinal condition. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a professional television project filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a high-budget television production.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Participate in scheduled filming.
• Contribute to an authentic on-screen representation.

Requirements

• White male, age 20s.
• Must use forearm crutches or have visible scoliosis, lordosis, kyphosis, or another spinal condition.
• Must be able to work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Compensation

• Approximately $350 for 4 hours.