Documentary Director of Photography (DOP)

Toronto Photoshoot Casting Call

Job Description
A paid photoshoot in Toronto is now casting real people for lifestyle photography roles. Producers are seeking authentic individuals and families with natural looks and relatable personalities for a commercial-style shoot. Talent must be based in or near Toronto and available for the scheduled shoot date.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional lifestyle photoshoot
• Follow creative direction from photographers and production staff
• Portray natural and authentic everyday moments on camera
• Attend the scheduled shoot fully prepared in requested wardrobe

Requirements

• Men in their late 20s to early 30s with casual style
• Women in their early to mid-30s with business casual wardrobe
• Men in their late 40s with business attire and professional appearance
• Boys ages 14–15 with casual looks
• Girls age 18 with casual appearance
• Women in their mid-20s with travel-ready wardrobe and backpack
• Real families encouraged to apply
• Women in their early 20s with upscale dinner attire
• Must be located in or near Toronto

Compensation

• $1,700 total pay
• Includes $500 session fee plus $1,200 for one-year usage
• Professional commercial photoshoot opportunity

Model Search Casting Call

Job Description
A leading modeling agency in Toronto is hosting an open casting call for aspiring and experienced models. The agency is seeking fresh faces and diverse talent with strong runway or editorial potential. All gender identities are welcome to apply for this opportunity to meet directly with industry professionals.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend an in-person open casting call
• Meet with modeling agents and casting representatives
• Present natural look and walk for evaluation
• Participate in potential future modeling opportunities

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older
• Women must be at least 5’8”
• Men must be at least 6’0”
• All gender identities encouraged to apply
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Arrive barefaced and camera-ready

Compensation

• Opportunity for agency representation
• Potential modeling and fashion industry opportunities
• Professional exposure with a top modeling agency

Real Couples TV Series Casting Call

Job Description
A television series filming across Ontario is now casting real couples to tour stunning lakefront and waterfront properties while sharing authentic opinions on camera. Producers are looking for fun, engaging, and opinionated couples with strong chemistry who enjoy home design, cottage living, and waterfront lifestyles. Selected couples will appear in a summer television production exploring beautiful homes throughout Ontario.

Job Responsibilities

• Tour waterfront and lakefront homes on camera
• Share honest reactions and opinions during filming
• Participate in production shoots across Ontario locations
• Work collaboratively with the television production team

Requirements

• Real couples with authentic chemistry
• Comfortable speaking and interacting on camera
• Outgoing, entertaining, and opinionated personalities encouraged
• Must be available for filming during Summer 2026
• Open to filming in Muskoka, Ottawa, and other Ontario waterfront communities

Compensation

• $300 per shoot day for 3 filming days ($900 total)
• $100 per travel day if required, up to 2 travel days ($200 total)
• Potential total compensation up to $1,100 per person
• Opportunity to appear on a television series

Pharmaceutical Commercial Family Casting Call

Job Description
A pharmaceutical commercial filming in the Greater Toronto Area is now casting real families for a paid one-day shoot. Casting directors are seeking grandparents ages 55–75 and grandkids ages 5–14, as well as adults ages 30–50 with or without children. The production is looking for authentic, outgoing families with natural chemistry and warm personalities.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scenes for a pharmaceutical commercial
• Interact naturally with family members on camera
• Follow production direction during filming
• Bring authentic energy and connection to the shoot

Requirements

• Grandparents ages 55–75
• Grandchildren ages 5–14
• Adults ages 30–50 with or without children
• Open to families located in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must have strong family chemistry and outgoing personalities
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial setting

Compensation

• $675–$9,175 per family member
• One-day filming opportunity
• Professional commercial production experience

Non-Union Stills Photography Casting Call

Job Description
A local manufacturer is now casting non-union talent for a stills photography project featuring business casual clothing. The production is seeking adults with professional and approachable looks for a paid commercial-style photoshoot taking place in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a stills photography session for promotional content
• Model business casual wardrobe on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative staff
• Maintain a professional attitude during the shoot

Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Ages 35–50 or close to that range
• Comfortable modeling business casual clothing
• Must be available to work in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Compensation

• $200 per person
• Professional stills photography experience
• Opportunity to work with a commercial production team

Job Description

A paid non-union commercial production is now casting teenage male talent for a soccer-themed messaging app campaign filming in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The commercial centers around after-school soccer activities and follows three teen boys as they navigate friendship, connection, and emotional moments during adolescence.

Casting directors are seeking authentic performers who can naturally portray teenage energy and emotional realism on camera. Talent who can convincingly play a teen vibe are also encouraged to submit.

Roles Available

Ethan – Lead Role

• Male, ages 14–17
• Ethnicity open
• American/North American teen vibe
• Strong acting ability required
• Comfortable with emotional scenes
• Needed for approximately 2 shoot days

Friend 1

• Male, ages 14–17
• Ethnicity open
• Canadian/local friend vibe
• Comfortable on camera
• Needed for approximately 1 shoot day

Friend 2

• Male, ages 14–17
• Latino/Hispanic preferred, but open
• Mexican/Latin football energy
• Comfortable on camera
• Needed for approximately 1 shoot day

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted commercial production
• Portray believable teenage friendships and emotional moments
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Participate in filming during scheduled shoot days
• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera performances

Requirements

Applicants should submit:

• Name
• Age
• Recent photo
• Demo reel or acting experience (if available)
• Parent/guardian contact information if under 18
• General availability around May 20–24

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Non-union production

Filming Details

• Shoot Window: Around May 20–24, dates TBD
• Shoot Length: Approximately 2 days total
• Location: Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada

Job Description

A paid non-union commercial production is now casting one male and one female performer for an upcoming shoot in the Toronto area. The project is seeking confident and natural personalities comfortable speaking directly to the camera in a presenter-style performance.

This commercial opportunity is ideal for talent with strong communication skills, engaging screen presence, and the ability to connect naturally with audiences on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a presenter-style commercial shoot
• Speak directly to the camera with confidence and authenticity
• Follow direction from the production and creative team
• Participate in filming sessions professionally and on schedule
• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera performances

Requirements

• Seeking:
  • 1 male talent
  • 1 female talent
• Ages 18–55
• Comfortable breaking the fourth wall and speaking directly to camera
• Strong natural personality and confidence preferred
• Applicants should submit:
  • Headshots or recent photos
  • Demo reel or speaking sample (if available)
  • Name, age, and contact information

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity
• Non-union commercial production
• Food and transportation covered

Job Description

Casting is now underway for an upcoming commercial photo shoot seeking expressive, energetic, and camera-friendly talent for branded content and marketing assets. The production is looking for Asian-looking male and female models who can naturally portray cheerful and engaging emotions on camera.

This paid modeling opportunity will be used for brand and marketing purposes and is ideal for talent with strong presence, movement confidence, and a clean commercial look.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional commercial photo shoot
• Pose naturally and confidently for marketing content
• Follow creative direction from photographers and production staff
• Showcase cheerful and expressive emotions on camera
• Contribute to branded content and promotional assets

Requirements

Female Talents

• Mid-20s
• Mid to late 30s

Male Talents

• Mid-20s
• Mid to late 30s
• Late 40s

Additional Requirements:

• Flexible and comfortable moving naturally on camera
• Must be expressive and able to portray cheerful emotions
• Clean and polished appearance
• Good teeth and healthy hair preferred
• Neutral hair color preferred
• Asian-looking talent preferred
• Applicants should submit:
  • Recent portrait and full-body photos
  • Full name and age
  • Height
  • Contact number
  • Portfolio or introduction video (optional)

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity
• Talent fee: PHP 15,000 (all-in)
• Content will be used for brand and marketing purposes

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for London-based performers to appear in an upcoming album cover project for a well-known band. The production is seeking expressive and visually unique talent with strong movement abilities for a creative music industry photoshoot.

Casting directors are specifically looking for female-identifying, gender-fluid, and androgynous dancers, movement artists, and contortionists who can bring dynamic physical performance and artistic presence to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional album cover photoshoot
• Perform movement-based poses and artistic physical expressions
• Collaborate with the creative team and photographers during production
• Attend the scheduled shoot fully prepared and on time
• Follow creative direction throughout the session

Requirements

• Must be London-based
• Female-identifying, gender-fluid, or androgynous talent preferred
• Seeking:
  • Dancers
  • Movement artists
  • Contortionists
• Must have strong physical expression and movement ability
• Professional or performance experience preferred
• Must be available for filming/shooting

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity
• Professional album cover project for a well-known band

Active Couples for Lysol Laundry Disinfectant Commercial

Job Description
A Lysol Laundry Disinfectant commercial is casting active couples in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun testimonial-style campaign. Production is seeking real couples with busy lifestyles who juggle activities, sports, pets, and everyday messes. No acting experience is required — just authentic personalities comfortable sharing their real-life experiences on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in testimonial-style commercial filming
• Share authentic lifestyle experiences on camera
• Take part in filmed scenes inside your home
• Collaborate with the production team during filming and interviews

Requirements

• Couples ages 35+
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must own your own home or condo
• Comfortable filming inside your residence
• Canadian citizens or permanent residents only
• Outgoing and comfortable being interviewed on camera
• Available for audition and filming dates if shortlisted

Compensation

• $750 per person for one day of filming
• Additional $3,000 if featured in the final commercial
• Children featured in the commercial will receive $2,000
• Non-union commercial opportunity

Job Description
The Honey Badgers are now accepting applications for anthem singers and halftime entertainment for their 2026 home games. Casting is looking for talented performers who can bring energy, excitement, and professionalism to the game day experience.

Applicants should be comfortable performing in front of Honey Badgers fans and must be available for 2026 Honey Badgers home games.

Job Responsibilities

Perform the Canadian national anthem at Honey Badgers home games, if selected as an anthem singer.

Provide halftime entertainment performances during 2026 Honey Badgers home games, if selected.

Bring strong stage presence and energy to the game day atmosphere.

Submit required video materials for review.

Be available for selected 2026 Honey Badgers home games.

Requirements

Open to anthem singers and halftime entertainment performers.

Anthem singer applicants must submit a video performance of the Canadian national anthem.

Halftime entertainment applicants must submit a video portfolio of their performance or previous halftime performances.

Must be available for 2026 Honey Badgers home games.

Must be comfortable performing in front of a live audience.

Compensation Details
Compensation details were not provided.

Job Description
A New York City-based ready-to-wear brand is now casting male and female models for an upcoming campaign shoot. Casting is seeking distinctive faces and individuals who are comfortable in front of the camera. Previous modeling experience is welcome but not required.

This is a paid opportunity for local Oklahoma talent only. Travel and accommodations will not be provided.

Job Responsibilities

Participate in a campaign shoot for a ready-to-wear fashion brand.

Model clothing and follow creative direction during the shoot.

Be comfortable working in front of the camera.

Be available for both required shoot days.

Submit accurate personal details, measurements, and current photos for consideration.

Requirements

Male and female talent, ages 18–35.

Height range: 5’6”–6’1”.

Must currently reside in Oklahoma.

Must be local to the Tulsa, Oklahoma area or able to work as a local hire.

Must be available for both shoot days.

Previous modeling experience is welcome but not required.

All ethnicities and backgrounds are welcome.

To submit, include three recent photos, Instagram handle, age, height, waist size, shoe size, and phone number.

iPhone photos are accepted.

Compensation Details
Paid opportunity. Specific rate was not provided.