Director of Photography & Sound Recordist for Artistic Short Film

Burger King Lovers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A Burger King campaign is seeking real Burger King fans in Toronto to appear in a non-union commercial project. Casting is looking for individuals, duos, and French speakers who can authentically represent Canada while discovering and trying lesser-known Burger King menu items on camera. Talent should have natural, engaging personalities and be comfortable sharing genuine reactions to food. No acting experience is required, and duos may include friends, couples, roommates, or family members.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a Burger King commercial campaign.
• Try selected Burger King menu items and share genuine reactions.
• Speak naturally about your experience and favorite Burger King products.
• Bring an authentic, relaxed personality to the production.
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams.
• Duos should demonstrate natural chemistry and interaction on camera.

Requirements

• Ages 18–34.
• Open to individuals and duos.
• French-speaking talent is encouraged to apply.
• Must genuinely enjoy Burger King.
• Comfortable eating foods containing cheese, jalapeño, and potatoes.
• Must not have allergies to the featured food ingredients.
• Comfortable appearing naturally on camera.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be available to work in Mississauga, Ontario.

Compensation

• $2,500 per person.
• Buyout is based on survival of the edit and includes all lifts, edits, and versions.

Irish Pub Patrons for Film Scene

Job Description

A film production is seeking background actors to portray Irish pub patrons for an upcoming scene filming in downtown Toronto. The scene is set in Prince Edward Island and calls for performers with an authentic Canadian, British, or Irish look to help create a lively and believable pub atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Irish pub patron in a film scene.
• Create natural background interactions with other performers.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain appropriate continuity and positioning between takes.
• Contribute to an authentic and energetic pub environment.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 20s–late 40s.
• Seeking Canadian, British, or Irish looks.
• Non-European performers are especially encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work in downtown Toronto.
• Non-union and AABP performers only.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Nightclub Goers for Film Scene

Job Description

A film production is seeking attractive background actors to portray nightclub goers for an upcoming scene filming in downtown Toronto. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can bring a stylish, energetic, and natural presence to a lively nightlife setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nightclub guest in a busy nightlife scene.
• Create natural social interactions and background movement.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain continuity between takes.
• Help create an authentic and energetic nightclub atmosphere.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Ages 20–30.
• Open to mixed ethnicities.
• Must be a new face who has not previously worked on this production.
• Must be available to work in downtown Toronto.
• Non-union and AABP performers only.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Bartenders for Film Scene

Job Description

A film production is casting background talent to portray bartenders in an upcoming nightlife scene filming in downtown Toronto. Performers should be comfortable working in a fast-paced bar environment and creating realistic interactions that support the atmosphere of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a bartender during a nightclub or bar scene.
• Perform natural bar-related background actions as directed.
• Interact professionally and naturally with other background performers.
• Follow blocking and continuity instructions from the production team.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male and female talent.
• Must be comfortable portraying a bartender on camera.
• Must be a new face who has not previously worked on this production.
• Must be available to work in downtown Toronto.
• Non-union and AABP performers only.

Compensation

• This is a paid background acting opportunity.

Job Description

A short film is casting a Black female actor to portray Michelle, an accomplished defense attorney in her 40s–50s who is intelligent, resilient, and accustomed to maintaining high expectations. Described as a power player, Michelle is confident and reserved but faces a more vulnerable challenge in her personal life as she learns to open herself to love. The role calls for a commanding performer who can balance professional authority with subtle emotional vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Michelle as a confident and accomplished defense attorney.
• Perform dramatic and relationship-focused scenes with emotional nuance.
• Balance the character’s strength, intelligence, and reserved nature.
• Follow direction and collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Black female actor.
• Playing age: 40s–50s.
• Strong dramatic acting and on-camera presence.
• Able to portray authority alongside emotional vulnerability.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A short film is seeking a Black female actor to portray Alesha, a holistic healer and loctician in her 40s who embodies wisdom, intuition, and empathy. Alesha is emotionally deep and accustomed to carrying the pain of others, but she remains guarded when it comes to her own relationships. Her character journey involves learning to receive the same love and emotional support she regularly gives to others.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alesha with warmth, intuition, and emotional depth.
• Perform character-driven dramatic and relationship scenes.
• Communicate the character’s wisdom while revealing her guarded vulnerability.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members.

Requirements

• Black female actor.
• Playing age: 40s.
• Strong ability to portray emotionally nuanced material.
• Comfortable performing a mature, intuitive, and empathetic character.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A short film is casting a Black female actor to portray Dashia, a successful marketing executive in her 30s navigating ambition, independence, and romance. Dashia is characterized as a successful romantic who is ambitious and loyal but also guarded and insecure, with a tendency toward control. Her story centers on learning how to love while maintaining her own identity, requiring a performer who can balance confidence with emotional vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Dashia in dramatic and relationship-focused scenes.
• Bring authenticity to the character’s ambition, loyalty, and emotional vulnerability.
• Develop believable chemistry with other principal performers.
• Take direction and collaborate with the production team.

Requirements

• Black female actor.
• Playing age: 30s.
• Able to portray a confident yet emotionally layered professional.
• Strong dramatic and interpersonal performance skills.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A short film is casting a Black male actor to portray Marcus, a celebrated filmmaker in his 40s–50s whose career has been built around telling emotionally honest stories. Following a devastating personal loss, Marcus earns critical acclaim for his most personal film and begins navigating a new chapter in both his career and personal life. Marcus is an introspective artist who is empathetic and visionary but emotionally unavailable, conflict-avoidant, and still grieving.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Marcus with emotional depth and authenticity.
• Perform dramatic scenes centered on grief, relationships, and personal growth.
• Capture the character’s introspective and emotionally guarded personality.
• Collaborate with the director and follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Black male actor.
• Playing age: 40s–50s.
• Strong dramatic and character-driven acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying emotionally complex relationship material.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

A non-union film production in Calgary is seeking background actors to portray university students. These non-speaking roles will help populate classroom scenes and a Halloween party taking place within the story. This opportunity is open to young adult performers interested in gaining on-set experience in a film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray university students in background scenes.
• Participate in classroom and Halloween party sequences.
• Follow blocking and direction provided by the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism while filming.

Requirements

• Any gender.
• Ages 18 through late 20s.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Non-speaking background roles.
• Must be available to work in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A non-union film production in Calgary is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Professor Kyle Boggins. Kyle is an English professor at Charvard University who enjoys considerable popularity among his students, particularly the young women in his classes. He carries himself with the confidence of someone who believes he is far more impressive than others might actually consider him, creating opportunities for a distinctive character performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the supporting role of Professor Kyle Boggins.
• Portray the character’s confident and self-important personality.
• Perform classroom and ensemble scenes as directed.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Playing age: late 20s–30s.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Comfortable portraying a university professor.
• Must be available to work in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A Calgary non-union film production is seeking a male actor for the supporting role of Marco Garcia. Marco is the fun-loving member of the group who is always cracking jokes and bringing a lighter energy to those around him. Although he can be goofy and occasionally take things too far, Marco genuinely cares about his friends and is openly affectionate toward them, with a particular soft spot for Clara.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the supporting role of Marco Garcia.
• Deliver the character’s humorous and playful personality naturally.
• Build believable chemistry with the ensemble cast.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Playing age: early 20s.
• Hispanic, Latino, Filipino, or mixed heritage.
• Strong comedic and character performance skills.
• Must be available to work in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A non-union film production filming in Calgary is casting a female actor for the supporting role of Bea Chevalier. Bea is outspoken, confident, and full of sass, never afraid to tell people exactly what she thinks even when her honesty hurts. She is also a highly athletic and competitive tennis player with ambitions of taking her skills all the way to the Olympics.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the supporting role of Bea Chevalier.
• Portray the character’s outspoken and confident personality.
• Bring a believable athletic quality to the character.
• Perform scripted scenes and follow production direction.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Playing age: early 20s.
• Open to any ethnicity.
• Ability to portray a competitive athlete convincingly.
• Must be available to work in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Non-union production.