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MCU Detective Casting – Boston Blue (Mississauga Studio)

Job Description
A production is now casting one male actor to portray an MCU Detective for the project Boston Blue. Filming will take place in a studio in Mississauga. Casting directors are seeking talent who can convincingly play a professional law enforcement detective with strong on-screen presence.

This opportunity is open to ACTRA and non-union performers. The ideal candidate should have a clean-cut, authoritative look suitable for a detective role in a procedural-style production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in studio-filmed scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors

• Maintain professional posture and confident body language

• Participate in background or featured police department scenes

• Arrive prepared and on time for filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–22 (able to portray a young detective)

• Clean-cut appearance

• ACTRA or non-union eligible

• Able to work in Mississauga studio

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• Paid role (union and non-union rates apply)

• Studio filming experience

• Television credit

• Shuttle access available from Kipling Subway if needed

MCU Cop Casting – Boston Blue (Mississauga Studio)

Job Description
A production is casting one male actor to portray an MCU Cop for the project Boston Blue. Filming will take place in a studio in Mississauga. This role is ideal for talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement with a clean-cut, professional look.

Casting is open to ACTRA and non-union performers. Talent must be available for the scheduled work date and prepared for a studio shoot environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed police officer (MCU Cop) in filmed scenes

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors and production team

• Maintain professional posture and presence consistent with law enforcement

• Be prepared for wardrobe and potential fittings

• Arrive on time and camera-ready

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–22

• Clean-cut appearance

• ACTRA or non-union (limited ACTRA spot available)

• Must be able to work in Mississauga

• Available for the scheduled filming day

Compensation

• Paid role (union and non-union rates applicable)

• Professional studio filming experience

• Resume-building television credit

• Shuttle available from Kipling Subway if needed

Casting Call – Young Male to Portray Junior Academy Cop (Mississauga)

Job Description
A production is now casting one young male actor, ages 18–23, to portray a new police recruit in a junior academy setting. Casting directors are seeking someone who can convincingly play a fresh-faced cop in training.

This opportunity is open to both ACTRA and non-union talent under an AABP (Green Voucher) agreement. Filming will take place in Mississauga, with shuttle access available from Kipling Subway.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a junior academy police recruit in filmed scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors

• Participate in background or featured academy sequences

• Arrive prepared and camera-ready for an early morning call time

• Maintain professional conduct on set

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–23

• Must be able to look young enough to portray a new recruit

• ACTRA or non-union performers eligible under AABP (Green Voucher)

• Available for an 8:00 AM call time

• Able to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• Paid opportunity under AABP (Green Voucher) agreement

• On-set experience in a professional production

• Resume-building credit

• Shuttle access available from Kipling Subway

Alternative Punk Background Role Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting a non-union background actor with a bold, punk or alternative look for an interior scene. This role is ideal for performers with a unique, edgy appearance who can stand out naturally on camera. The production is looking for a fresh face who brings authentic alternative style and personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background character in an interior scene

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing team

• Maintain a strong, natural on-camera presence

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP eligible talent

• In their 20s

• Punk, alternative, or edgy look

• Tattoos, piercings, or bold hair styles encouraged

• Comfortable portraying a super-alternative character

• Must be reliable and able to work interior scenes

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

• Industry-standard background rate

Basketball Fans Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray basketball fans in crowd scenes. This role is perfect for talent who can bring natural energy and variety to a live sports atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a basketball fan

• React naturally during game scenes

• Follow crowd direction from assistant directors

• Maintain continuity between takes

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–55

• Mix of ages and ethnic backgrounds encouraged

• Ability to portray realistic crowd reactions

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

Female College Basketball Bench Players Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting female background actors to portray college basketball bench players. This role does not require actual basketball play but focuses on realistic sideline presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera seated as a basketball bench player

• Follow direction during sports scenes

• Maintain consistent reactions and continuity

• Remain attentive and professional on set

Requirements

• Female talent

• Legal age 18+

• Must be able to portray ages 20–23

• Mix of Black and Caucasian talent encouraged

• Does not require basketball gameplay

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

ENG Camera Crew Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray ENG camera operators in sports-related scenes. This role helps add realism to broadcast-style coverage within the show.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an ENG camera operator on camera

• Follow blocking and direction for filming scenes

• Maintain professional on-set behavior

• Work closely with other background talent

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Looking for 3 males and 1 female

• Comfortable portraying media or camera crew roles

• Professional, focused on-camera presence

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Non-union opportunity

Basketball Referees Background Casting Call

Job Description
A scripted television series is seeking background actors to portray basketball referees. This role requires a fit appearance and the ability to realistically represent athletic officials in game scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a basketball referee on camera

• Take direction during sports-related scenes

• Maintain consistency in performance and movement

• Remain camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent

• Mid-30s to mid-40s appearance

• Must be in good physical shape

• Comfortable appearing in sports scenes

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Non-union opportunity

Maintenance Crew Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting male background actors to portray a maintenance crew in interior scenes. This role is ideal for talent with a realistic, working-class look who can help create an authentic environment on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of a maintenance crew

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe and movement

• Remain professional and attentive during filming

Requirements

• Male talent

• Clothing sizes: 40, 42, or 44

• Neck sizes: 15.5, 16, or 17

• Waist sizes: 34, 36, or 38

• Must be able to self-report to location for early call times

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

Security Guard Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting male background actors to portray security guards in an interior studio setting. This opportunity is open to new faces who have not appeared on camera before and can bring a professional, authoritative presence to the role. Selected talent will be picture-cast by the director and must closely match specific wardrobe requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a security guard in interior scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain a professional, alert demeanor on set

• Stay camera-ready and consistent throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent only

• ACTRA Full/Apprentice, AABP, or Non-Union

• New faces only (no prior on-camera experience)

• Must fit at least one size in each wardrobe category:

  • Chest/Jacket: 40R, 42R, 46S, or 52R

  • Neck: 15–15.5, 16–16.5, 18, or 19

  • Shoe size: 9–12.5

• Comfortable portraying a security guard role

• Must be fully available for a full day (morning, afternoon, or evening)

Compensation

• ACTRA Full/Apprentice: Regular background rate per IPA

• AABP / Non-Union: $17.60 per hour with an 8-hour minimum

Black Female Nurse Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting Black female background actors to portray nurses in interior hospital scenes. This non-union opportunity is ideal for performers who can maintain a polished, natural look and contribute to the authenticity of a professional medical environment. The production requires talent who have not previously worked featured or multiple continuity days on this show.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a nurse in hospital interior scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain continuity in wardrobe, hair, and movement

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready for a long shoot day

Requirements

• Black female talent only

• Non-union and AABP eligible

• Natural look only (no botox, fillers, lash extensions, or visible cosmetic work)

• Height no taller than 5’8”

• Dress size no larger than size 8

• No visible tattoos

• Hair must be wig-compatible; no super-long or thick braids or dreads

• Clean, professional appearance suitable for a medical setting

• Must not have worked featured, principal, stand-in, or multiple continuity days on this production

• Must be available for a mandatory fitting

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

• Industry-standard background rate

Male Crew Tech Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is seeking male background actors to portray crew technicians in interior scenes. This role is designed for performers who can authentically represent behind-the-scenes technical staff in a period-appropriate setting. The production is looking for reliable talent who can maintain continuity and professionalism on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a crew technician in interior scenes

• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team

• Maintain period-appropriate appearance and continuity

• Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Males only

• Ages 30s–60s

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Height no taller than 6’2”

• Waist size no larger than 38

• Clean-shaven or willing to shave

• Hair must be suitable for a 1950s-era look

• No visible tattoos, especially on legs or hands (or must be able to cover)

• Must not have worked featured, principal, stand-in, or multiple continuity days on this production

• Must be available for a required fitting

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

• Industry-standard background rate