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Casting Call for Transgender Woman Picture Match for Non-Union Docudrama

Job Description: We are seeking a non-union transgender woman to participate in a docudrama series being filmed in Hamilton. The role involves portraying a scantily clad sex worker in scenes that focus on sex work and sexuality. There will be no nudity, but performers will be in lingerie and the setting implies a sex worker environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a scantily clad sex worker in various scenes.
  • Wear lingerie and heels, and interact closely with other performers.
  • Follow directions from the production team to ensure accurate and sensitive portrayal of the character.
  • Maintain professionalism and adhere to safety guidelines, including working with an on-set intimacy coordinator.

Requirements:

  • Must be a non-union transgender woman.
  • Comfortable wearing lingerie and heels.
  • Willing to engage in scenes that imply a sex worker environment.
  • Must be able to self-travel to Hamilton and surrounding areas as no shuttle service is provided.
  • Comfortable with the project’s subject matter.

Compensation Details:

  • Pay rate is $350 per day.
  • Meals provided on set.
  • An intimacy coordinator will be present on set every day to ensure the safety and comfort of all talent.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Classical Piano Player and Photo Double

Job Description
A production is seeking a skilled classical piano player to serve as a photo double for an upcoming shoot. The role requires a musician with strong technical ability and performance experience, capable of authentically portraying a pianist on screen. The featured piece will be a Beethoven composition, and the selected talent will also assist the lead actor during rehearsals.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform classical piano pieces on set with precision and authenticity

  • Assist the actor during rehearsal by demonstrating piano technique

  • Portray the piano double role during filming

  • Maintain professionalism and follow direction from the production team

Requirements

  • Male, approximately 5’10”, with salt-and-pepper hair

  • Must have advanced classical piano skills

  • Available for rehearsal and filming on the specified dates

  • Must submit photos (including hands) and provide piano experience details

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

  • Professional credit and on-set experience in a film production

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Male Actors – 1950s Military Role

Job Description
A period production is now casting male actors to portray military recruits in a 1950s setting. The role requires authenticity, professionalism, and attention to historical detail, ideal for performers who can embody the disciplined and confident look of the era.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a 1950s military recruit with accurate posture, movement, and demeanor.

  • Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver realistic performances.

  • Maintain readiness for an early call time and follow all on-set directions.

Requirements

  • Male actors, ages 18–35.

  • Must be ACTRA or AABP eligible.

  • Must fit wardrobe sizes: Jacket 44–46, Pants 34/36/38, Boot 12–13 (possibly 11).

  • Must have short military-style hair.

  • Submit a current selfie and full-length photo, along with name, age, union status, phone number, and complete sizes.

  • Indicate if you have previously appeared in “Dreamland.”

Compensation

  • Paid role at industry-standard rates.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Male Actors – 1950s Period Roles

Job Description
A new period production is seeking male actors to portray characters set in the 1950s for an upcoming project. This opportunity is ideal for performers with a strong classic look and the ability to embody military-style characters authentically.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray characters consistent with a 1950s setting and tone.

  • Maintain professionalism and readiness for early call times.

  • Follow wardrobe and grooming requirements for period accuracy.

Requirements

  • Male, ages 18–35.

  • Must be ACTRA or AABP eligible.

  • White males with short, military-style hair.

  • Wardrobe sizes: Jacket 44–46, Pants 34/36/38, Boots 12–13 (possibly 11).

  • Must submit today’s selfie and full-length photo, along with name, age, union status, phone number, and complete sizes.

  • Please indicate if you have previously worked on the project “Dreamland.”

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity with rate of $200 per day worked, plus hotel accommodations provided.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Female Actor – Toronto Production

Job Description
A Toronto-based production is seeking a talented female actor to portray a Filipino nanny in the upcoming project Memory of a Killer. This is a one-day shoot ideal for new faces looking to gain on-set experience and exposure.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a realistic and relatable nanny character.

  • Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.

  • Deliver authentic and natural performance suitable for the story’s tone.

Requirements

  • Female, in her 30s.

  • Filipino or able to convincingly portray Filipino heritage.

  • Must be available for a day shoot in Toronto.

  • ACTRA members preferred.

  • Must be a new face (not previously cast in this project).

Compensation

  • Standard ACTRA rates apply.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Twin Girls for TV Production

Job Description:
A TV production is seeking identical twin girls around 2 years old to appear in an upcoming project filming in Mississauga. This is a great opportunity for parents of young twins looking to introduce their children to the entertainment industry in a professional, friendly environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in filming for scheduled production days

  • Follow on-set directions from the production team

  • Remain cooperative and calm during filming

Requirements:

  • Identical twin girls, approximately 2 years old

  • Caucasian appearance

  • Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

  • Comfortable being on set and in front of cameras

Compensation:

  • $350 per child per day

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male Stand-In Needed for Film Shoot in Toronto

Job Description
A Toronto-based production is seeking a male stand-in actor for an upcoming film shoot. This is a great opportunity for performers with previous on-set experience who can match the required height and physical appearance of the lead actor.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for lighting, camera, and blocking setups

  • Follow on-set directions to ensure accurate scene preparation

  • Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male actor, white, height 5’9”–5’11”

  • Must be ACTRA member

  • Available for filming in Toronto

Compensation

  • Paid ACTRA rate

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Photo Double Needed for “Interview with the Vampire” in Hamilton

Job Description
A popular television series is seeking a male photo double for an upcoming shoot of Interview with the Vampire. This opportunity is perfect for a young performer looking to gain on-set experience in a major production. The scenes will film in Hamilton, Ontario, and will include exterior night shoots.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a lead actor during filming

  • Match physical measurements for continuity in scenes

  • Take direction from the production team to maintain consistency across shots

Requirements

  • Male, legally 12 years old (can be 12–13 but must be legally 12)

  • Caucasian

  • Height: 5’1”–5’2” (slightly taller acceptable)

  • Weight: 85–95 lbs

  • Chest: 26–28 inches

  • Waist: 25–27 inches

  • Shoe size: 6.0–6.5

  • Union or non-union talent accepted

  • Must live near Hamilton, Ontario or nearby cities (Toronto, Mississauga, etc.)

Compensation

  • Rate: $35.00 per hour

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Real Couples Needed for Beauty Advertisement Shoot in Europe or UK

Job Description
A high-end beauty brand is now seeking real couples for an upcoming commercial campaign. This exciting opportunity offers couples the chance to feature in a visually stunning beauty advertisement celebrating love, connection, and natural chemistry. The shoot will take place in the EU or UK, offering international exposure and premium compensation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in on-camera shoots showcasing authentic chemistry and intimacy

  • Work closely with photographers and directors to achieve the campaign’s vision

  • Maintain professionalism and comfort during filming sessions

Requirements

  • Real couples, ages 25–35

  • Must be based in the EU or UK

  • Comfortable with beauty or lifestyle-themed shoots

  • Previous on-camera experience a plus, but not required

Compensation

  • High-paying opportunity (rate varies by project)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Male Iron Steel Workers for Film Scene in Hamilton

Job Description:
Casting directors are seeking male actors to portray iron steel workers in an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for those who want to gain on-set experience in a working-class industrial scene.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray iron steel workers in a realistic worksite setting

  • Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism

  • Must be comfortable working in a group industrial scene

Requirements:

  • Male actors only

  • Ages 20–60

  • Caucasian

  • Non-union / AABP only

  • Must not have worked on the production in Toronto on October 8 or 9

  • Can have facial hair (clean-shaven not required)

  • Must be available for filming in Hamilton

  • Shuttle transportation available from Kipling Subway Station

Compensation:

  • $17.60 per hour

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Irish-Looking Male Actor for TV Production “Boston Blue”

Job Description:
Casting directors are seeking Irish-looking male actors for an upcoming scene in the television production Boston Blue. The role involves portraying a deceased character — perfect for someone looking to gain on-set experience in a high-quality drama production.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a “dead person” in a realistic and respectful manner

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

  • Maintain professionalism and patience while on set

Requirements:

  • Males, ages 48–50s

  • Irish-looking appearance

  • Must be a new face (have not appeared in this production before)

  • Open to ACTRA, AABP, or Non-Union talent

Compensation:

  • Standard production rate (based on union status)

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Local Talent Needed in the Greater Toronto Area

Job Description
A new paid acting opportunity is open for local talent in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Casting directors are seeking expressive and natural performers for an upcoming TV project. This is a great chance for non-union actors to gain exposure through a half-day shoot with TV distribution over four weeks.

Job Responsibilities
• Perform in a short on-camera production with strong, natural expressions.
• Collaborate professionally with the production team and follow direction effectively.
• Bring authenticity and energy to your performance.

Requirements
• Women (ages 25–40) and Men (ages 40–50).
• Must be local to the Greater Toronto Area.
• Previous on-camera experience is a plus.
• Must provide recent headshots (2–3 photos: headshot + full body).
• Include demo reel or samples of past work (if available).

Compensation
• $700 per actor (non-union, half-day shoot).
• Distribution includes a 4-week TV broadcast.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Dreamland – Period Drama Set in the 1950s

Job Description
A period drama set in the 1950s is now seeking new or never-featured male talent to appear in Dreamland. This production will capture the nostalgic atmosphere of the post-war era, recreating authentic mid-century style and character energy. Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and excited to be part of a stylized historical project.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a male background or featured character in a 1950s period setting.

  • Follow direction on set and maintain continuity with the film’s visual style.

  • Arrive prepared for early morning call times and on-location shoots.

Requirements

  • Male, White, ages 18–32.

  • Height: 5’8” to 6’.

  • Must be ACTRA members.

  • Must arrive clean-shaven and be willing to receive a period-accurate haircut.

  • No deep suntan; must fit wardrobe sizes up to 48 jacket / 38 waist.

  • Comfortable working around atmospheric smoke or herbal cigarettes.

  • Filming takes place in Markham; shuttle provided from production office.

Compensation

  • Union (ACTRA) background rates apply.

  • Fitting provided prior to the shoot.

  • Great opportunity for new faces seeking experience in a professional film production.

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