New Ideas Festival Toronto

Bodybuilder / Strong Man Casting Call – Toronto Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A non-union commercial campaign in Toronto is casting a male bodybuilder or strong man, ages 20–50, with a big, broad, and powerful presence paired with a warm, approachable personality. The selected performer will take on the unexpected role of a ballet dancer, creating a fun contrast between physical strength and graceful movement. Previous dance or movement experience is a bonus but is not required. Talent will be required to eat a protein bar during production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a bodybuilder or strong man in a professional commercial campaign.
• Participate in movement and ballet-inspired scenes for the production.
• Attend required rehearsals, wardrobe fitting, and filming.
• Take direction and perform physical movements comfortably on camera.
• Eat the featured protein bar product during filming.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 20–50.
• Must have a bodybuilder, strong man, or similarly big, broad, and powerful physique.
• Must have a warm, friendly, and approachable presence.
• Dance or movement experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be comfortable performing ballet-inspired movement.
• Must be able to safely consume the featured protein bar.
• Must have no food allergies or dietary restrictions involving the product’s ingredients, including dairy, peanuts, or wheat.

Compensation

• Rehearsal: $1,200 per day, likely two 10-hour days.
• Session: $1,200 for a 10-hour day.
• Wardrobe: $75.
• Motion buyout: $2,000 if used.
• Print buyout: $2,000 if used.
• Buyout is based on survival of the edit and includes lifts, edits, and versions.

Job Description

Dos Amigos is casting a woman around 40 years old for a commercial project for a client in Slovakia. The role calls for a woman in excellent physical condition who can convincingly portray a strong, authoritative character who appears to have recently returned from a foreign military mission or the Foreign Legion. The casting process begins with a self-tape filmed at home, followed by an in-person callback, costume fitting, and filming near Prague for the selected performer. The character should project confidence, discipline, and a commanding presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a physically fit, authoritative “warrior” character in a commercial.
• Perform expressive reactions during a sports/fan scene as outlined in the self-tape instructions.
• Convey tension, disappointment, excitement, and celebration naturally on camera.
• Attend the callback, costume fitting, and filming if selected.
• Follow creative and production direction throughout the project.

Requirements

• Woman around 40 years old.
• Excellent physical condition.
• Short hair, sharp features, and a strong, commanding look are preferred.
• Must be able to portray a military/Foreign Legion-inspired character.
• Self-tape introduction should include acting experience and brief personal information.
• All required self-tape material must be submitted as one video, not two separate videos.
• Filming: August 25, 2026, near Prague.
• Transportation to and from the filming location will be arranged.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

Del Valle Casting is seeking families and groups of friends who play flag football for an upcoming paid commercial opportunity in the New York/New Jersey area. Production is looking for people with genuine flag football experience and natural chemistry who can authentically represent the fun, energetic atmosphere of playing the sport together. Families or friend groups interested in appearing in a commercial are encouraged to submit for additional casting details.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional commercial production.
• Participate in flag football-related scenes and activities.
• Demonstrate natural chemistry and authentic interactions with family members or friends.
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams.
• Be available for required production dates if selected.

Requirements

• Families and/or groups of friends who play flag football.
• Comfortable participating in football-related activity on camera.
• Include an email address when requesting casting details.

Compensation

Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA commercial is casting Hispanic/Latino background talent for a Georgia local campaign filming in Atlanta on August 26. Production is seeking performers for several lifestyle roles, including a gardening couple, runner, and grilling man. Talent should appear natural and relatable on camera and be comfortable performing the activity associated with their role. This is a Georgia local hire opportunity only, with no travel, transportation, or lodging provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in a SAG-AFTRA commercial.
• Portray the assigned lifestyle role naturally on camera.
• Follow direction from the production and commercial team.
• Be prepared to perform activities such as gardening, running, or grilling depending on the role.

Requirements

• Gardening Wife: Hispanic/Latina woman, ages 25–35; natural, relatable, and comfortable gardening.
• Gardening Husband: Hispanic/Latino man, ages 25–35; natural, relatable, and comfortable gardening.
• Runner: Hispanic/Latino woman or man, ages 18–25; athletic/active appearance and comfortable running.
• Grilling Man: Hispanic/Latino man, ages 55–65; warm, authentic, and comfortable grilling outdoors.
• Travel, lodging, and transportation are not provided.
• Final casting is subject to production approval and SAG-AFTRA confirmation.

Submission Link

 https://thebgartist.com/bg-form

Compensation

$327 SAG-AFTRA General Extras rate with one-year unlimited use, including session fee and one year of digital/cable usage. A 19.95% Pension & Health contribution applies under the SAG-AFTRA Atlanta Regional Commercials Code.

Job Description

Candido Cornejo Casting is casting two lead roles for “The Trip,” a SAG-AFTRA short film segment of the anthology feature “Through the Blinds.” The production will shoot in Los Angeles from August 28–30 and is seeking Los Angeles local hires only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal character role in a SAG-AFTRA short film.
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to the character.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Be available for the scheduled Los Angeles production dates.

Requirements

• Larry Williams: Man, early 20s; Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Indigenous, or mixed ethnicity; queer. Character is loyal, deep, adventurous, and planning a motorcycle trip through South America.
• Janie White: Woman, early 20s; Filipina American. Character is fierce, feminist, inclusive, career-driven, academically accomplished, and extremely loyal to her friends.

Compensation

$260 per day.

Job Description

Bill Marinella Casting is seeking a male performer for the non-speaking role of Mr. Hastings, an aristocratic, worldly hotel staff member, for a production filming at a well-known landmark in Liberty Heights. The character is described as polite, professional, discreet, and possessing an old-world charm. The selected performer must also have flexibility for two additional work dates through August 25, with exact dates to be determined.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mr. Hastings, a sophisticated hotel staff member.
• Perform a non-speaking on-camera role.
• Maintain a polished, professional hotel-staff appearance.
• Be available for the initial call time and two additional production dates.
• Follow wardrobe and production instructions.

Requirements

• Male performer.
• Caucasian.
• Height: approximately 5’9″–6’1″.
• Must have a dark suit.
• Must match the sophisticated, worldly character profile.
• Submission photos should not include hats or glasses.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking skilled young guitar players ages 9–15 for a paid commercial combining a children’s toy and sports concept. The production will shoot in London, and applicants must be based within the M25.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform guitar skills on camera for a commercial shoot.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Participate in a professional paid shoot in London.

Requirements

• Ages 9–15 (minimum age 9).
• Must be a skilled guitar player.
• Must be London-based within the M25.
• Parent or guardian should contact casting for application information.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

Byrne Creative / Byrne Casting is seeking a Sydney-based male-identifying queer couple for an upcoming technology campaign. The production is looking for a real couple with genuine chemistry and a playful dynamic. Talent should be available during the September 9–11, 2026 shoot window, with one shoot day to be confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a couple in a technology campaign.
• Participate in one scheduled shoot day.
• Bring natural chemistry and a playful, authentic dynamic to the campaign.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Be available within the required September shoot window.

Requirements

• Male-identifying queer couple.
• Ages 45–65.
• Must be Sydney-based.
• Real chemistry and a playful dynamic.

Compensation

$4,000 AUD per person, plus super, less tax.

Job Description

An independent food documentary production is seeking a Makeup Artist for multiple filming dates in Vancouver, British Columbia, between August 24 and September 1. The production will film approximately two people per day and requires natural, camera-ready makeup. The goal is to help documentary subjects look fresh and polished on camera while still looking like themselves. This is a modestly paid opportunity suited to a professional who is comfortable working on a small independent production.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide natural and minimal camera-ready makeup for documentary subjects.
• Prepare approximately two people per filming day.
• Maintain a polished yet authentic appearance appropriate for documentary filming.
• Bring and maintain your own professional makeup kit.
• Maintain a professional, reliable, and easygoing presence on set.

Requirements

• Experience providing makeup for film, photography, or other on-camera productions.
• Comfortable creating natural and minimal makeup looks.
• Must have your own makeup kit.
• Applicants who cannot work every filming date may still be considered.

Compensation

$100 day rate + $25 makeup kit fee.

Job Description

“The Frontrunner,” an animated short film directed by Oshi Wanigasekera, is casting two South Asian lead voice-over actors for a paid, non-union production. The film follows an imaginative young girl caught in the middle of her divorced parents’ custody battle. When her dance recital brings their ongoing conflict to a head, the story explores the lasting effects of parental conflict on a child’s identity and self-worth. Voice-over recording will take place in Toronto during September 2026. Natural and authentic South Asian accents based on the actor’s ethnicity are encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead voice-over role for the animated short film.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally grounded character performance.
• Participate in an in-person recording session in Toronto.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during recording.

Requirements

• Seeking 2 South Asian lead actors.
• Mother: South Asian female, approximately 40–55.
• Father: South Asian male, approximately 40–55.
• Natural and authentic South Asian accents are encouraged.
• Non-union production.

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

Foundry Productions is now hiring scare actors for upcoming Halloween events at Brevard Zoo. This seasonal performance opportunity is open to performers ages 16 and older who are interested in bringing Halloween characters and experiences to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a scare actor during Brevard Zoo Halloween events.
• Portray assigned Halloween characters and roles.
• Interact with event guests while remaining in character.
• Follow creative direction and event performance guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the production and entertainment team.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Comfortable performing in a Halloween/scare environment.
• Ability to stay in character while interacting with guests.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

Not specified.

Job Description

Forever and Always Productions is casting several adult female actors, ages 18+, for the next stage of pre-production on “Divided by Blood,” a proof-of-concept project filming in the Tampa Bay area. Selected performers will portray human trafficking victims in emotionally intense scenes involving characters who are being held captive and may appear drugged or disoriented. Production states that scenes will be handled professionally and respectfully, with boundaries discussed in advance. Wardrobe may include tasteful, form-fitting or “slinky” clothing but will not be excessively revealing.

The production is particularly interested in performers who may be available to reprise their roles if the project expands into a full-length feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a human trafficking victim in dramatic, emotionally challenging scenes.
• Perform naturally in both scripted and potentially improvised moments.
• Follow direction and maintain character during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
• Potentially return for an expanded role in a future feature-length version.

Requirements

• Female actors, ages 18+.
• Comfortable portraying sensitive and emotionally intense subject matter.
• Comfortable with tasteful, form-fitting wardrobe as required by the role.
• Strong improvisational ability is desirable.
• Ability to get into character naturally and respond to potential improvised dialogue.

Compensation

Not specified.