“Fast Love” Short Film Open Casting Call

Job Description
A heartfelt Toronto-based student film is seeking talented Spanish-speaking Latin actresses for three emotionally rich roles in a short drama about family, grief, and generational bonds. This film is part of a thesis project supported by the Toronto Film School and welcomes both union (ACTRA) and non-union performers. All roles require fluency in Spanish and authentic Latin representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally resonant performances in Spanish

• Portray characters with depth, cultural authenticity, and strong interpersonal dynamics

• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life

• Participate in memory sequences, family scenes, and dramatic monologues

Requirements

• Must be of Colombian, Latin American, or Latin American descent

• Fluent in Spanish

• ACTRA or Non-Union performers eligible

• Role-specific age and traits:

  • LUZ: Female, 16–20 years old – a teenager navigating the threshold of adulthood

  • JULIA: Female, 40–50 years old – a mother emotionally withdrawn due to grief

  • ABUELITA: Female, 60–70 years old – a warm, loving grandmother in flashbacks

Compensation

• Unpaid (Student Production)

• Valuable experience on a professional student set

• Networking opportunity with emerging filmmakers

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity for actors to participate in an independent short film shooting in Toronto! We’re seeking background performers to bring authenticity to a college classroom scene. This is a great chance to gain on-set experience and add to your reel.

Roles Available:

• Background Actors (College Students)

  • Age: 17-25 years old

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Will populate classroom scenes

• College Professor

  • Age: 30+ years old

  • All ethnicities welcome

  • Professional academic presence

Production Details:

• Project Type: Independent short film (2 minutes runtime)

• Shoot Location: Toronto, ON (specific venue TBD)

• Tentative Shoot Dates: July 6 or 27, 2025

Compensation & Perks:

• Non-paid position

• Craft services provided on set

• Digital copy of final film for your portfolio

Job Description:
The indie romantic dramedy short film The Way We Love is casting for the male lead, Aditya. This heartfelt story dives into the lives of young adults navigating relationships, identity, and personal growth. The role offers a chance to play a charming yet layered character in a story filled with warmth and wit.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Aditya, a creative and awkward final-year law student

• Bring nuance, sensitivity, and subtle humor to the performance

• Submit a self-tape audition by the given deadline

• Collaborate with a team focused on meaningful and diverse storytelling

Requirements:

• South Asian male actor

• Ages 18–24

• Must be capable of portraying thoughtful, witty, dreamer-type qualities

• Must be able to submit a self-tape audition

• Strong screen presence and emotional depth

Compensation:

• Details provided upon casting

• Independent short film project with strong character focus

Job Description:
An upcoming romantic dramedy short film titled The Way We Love is casting for its lead role. This heartfelt indie project explores the joy, chaos, and complexity of love, culture, and identity. The team is seeking a talented Black female actor to bring warmth, wit, and emotional depth to the story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Amara, a sharp, outspoken med student in her final year

• Deliver a nuanced and authentic performance

• Submit a self-tape audition by the stated deadline

• Collaborate with a passionate creative team focused on representation and storytelling

Requirements:

• Black female actor

• Ages 18–24

• Strong emotional and expressive range

• Must be able to submit a self-taped audition

• Interest in indie, character-driven film work

Compensation:

• Compensation details provided upon casting

• Great opportunity for portfolio development in a lead role

Job Description

The upcoming indie vampire film Miss American Vampire is casting the supporting role of Omri, a young Black boy between the ages of 11–14. This is a paid, non-union opportunity, open exclusively to Ontario-based talent. Omri plays a key supporting role alongside the film’s lead in this dark, emotionally driven supernatural story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray “Omri” with sincerity and dynamic presence

• Participate in scheduled filming days (8-hour days)

• Collaborate with the cast and director to enhance story depth

• Be punctual, prepared, and cooperative on set

Requirements

• Male, age 11–14

• Black

• Non-union

• Must be based in Ontario

• No prior experience required, but strong personality and presence preferred

Compensation

• $260 per filming day (based on an 8-hour day)

• Paid opportunity

• IMDb credit and screen time in a high-concept horror feature

Job Description
A new indie vampire feature is casting the lead role of River, a young Indigenous boy at the heart of a gripping supernatural story. The production is searching Canada-wide for non-union talent to bring this central character to life. This is a paid opportunity with a competitive day rate. The film blends coming-of-age themes with dark horror tones.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “River” with emotional authenticity and screen presence

• Participate in scheduled filming days (8-hour days)

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast in a genre-focused narrative

• Bring depth and sensitivity to the story’s lead role

Requirements

• Male, age range 11–14

• Indigenous

• Non-union talent only

• Must be based in Canada or able to work as a Canadian local hire

• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $300 per filming day (based on an 8-hour day) for the lead role

• All other roles: $260/day

• Paid production

• Great opportunity for early career exposure in a lead role

Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.