Log InSign Up
HomeDocumentary Feature Film Open Casting Call

Documentary Feature Film Open Casting Call

$$

Participants Needed for New Documentary on Food and Housing Crisis

Job Description:
A feature film documentary is seeking real people for on-camera interviews to explore the challenges of Canada’s national food and housing crisis. This project aims to shed light on the struggles faced by employed Canadians as they navigate the rising costs of living. If you’re passionate about sharing your story and contributing to an important conversation, this is your chance to make a difference.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in on-camera interviews discussing your personal experience
  • Share honest insights about living and working in Canada amidst the current crisis
  • Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements:

  • Must be employed in Canada and struggling with food and housing costs
  • Open to participating in filmed interviews
  • Reside in Toronto or Vancouver
  • Available for filming on assigned dates

Compensation:

  • Paid opportunity for selected participants
  • Chance to contribute to an important social documentary

Related jobs:

Job Description
An exciting opportunity is available for an aspiring production assistant interested in learning film production. This volunteer role offers hands-on experience with a feature-length motion picture inspired by “Heat” and “John Wick.” Work alongside an experienced producer and gain valuable insight into the filmmaking process.

Job Responsibilities

  • Shadow an experienced producer and assist with production tasks

  • Support various departments during pre-production and filming

  • Learn the ins and outs of feature film production

  • Contribute to a collaborative, creative work environment

Requirements

  • Must live in Los Angeles

  • Weekend availability required

  • Passion for film production and eagerness to learn

  • Organized, motivated, and professional

Compensation

  • Volunteer position – valuable mentorship and industry experience

$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Real Mother and Child – Hospital Scene

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a real mother and child (ages 8–9) to work together in a hospital scene for the production Brilliant Minds. This is a wonderful opportunity for families interested in gaining on-set experience and being picture-cast directly by the director.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear together in a hospital scene as background performers

  • Follow direction from the production team to deliver authentic reactions

  • Remain available for filming throughout the day, afternoon, or evening

Requirements

  • Real mother and child pair

  • Child must be 8–9 years old

  • ACTRA preferred but non-union talent may apply

  • Must be available for a 6:30 AM crew call and full 8-hour day

Compensation

  • ACTRA rate per IPA for ACTRA talent

  • $17.20/hour with 8-hour minimum for AABP/Non-Union talent

$$
Job Type:
Dancer
Skills:
Dancing

Casting Call for Professional Dancers – High-End Gala

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking 8 professional SSE dancers to perform at an exclusive high-end gala event. This is a paid opportunity for experienced dancers who can bring elegance and professionalism to a luxury setting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform choreographed routines during the gala

  • Maintain a polished and professional presence throughout the event

  • Collaborate with event coordinators to ensure seamless performances

Requirements

  • Professional dance experience required

  • Men must provide black tuxedos

  • Women must provide gowns (any color except black)

  • Must be available for the scheduled event date

Compensation

  • Paid performance opportunity at a prestigious gala

$$$

Casting Call for Multiple Roles – Major Social Media Platform Campaign

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking diverse, authentic talent for a motion and stills campaign for a major social media platform. The storyline follows a group of individuals returning home for the holidays, reconnecting with old friends and rediscovering themselves. Filming will take place in Vancouver, Canada, with travel and accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a 5–7 day shoot capturing authentic, emotional moments

  • Deliver grounded, natural performances that feel spontaneous and relatable

  • Collaborate with the production team for both still photography and motion scenes

Requirements

  • Non-union talent, must have a valid passport

  • Seeking multiple roles:

    • Michelle: Female, 28–35, independent and slightly reserved freelance designer reconnecting with old friends

    • Jason: Male, 20s, slightly awkward but endearing, reconnecting with old friends and a crush

    • Zara Lansing: Female, 20s, charismatic and warm, reconnecting with Jason after a long absence

    • Adam: Male, late 20s, athletic and rugged, excited to reunite with friends

    • Chloe: Female, late 30s, corporate executive who softens during her holiday visit

    • Bowen: Male, 20s, personable and relatable, junior marketing employee with a crush on a coworker

    • Joan: Female, 30s–50s, calm and grounded with a complex emotional range

    • Alex: Female, 20s, warm and magnetic, the office crush with a playful personality

Compensation

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed)

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20%

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

$$

Casting Call for People with Regrettable Sports Tattoos

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for individuals with sports-related tattoos they regret to share their story in an upcoming project. This is a unique opportunity to open up about your tattoo experience and be featured in a compelling piece for a major sports platform.

Job Responsibilities

  • Share the story behind your regrettable sports tattoo on camera

  • Be open and authentic about your experience

  • Work with the production team to capture your story in a meaningful way

Requirements

  • Must have a sports-related tattoo that you regret

  • Comfortable sharing your story on camera

  • Open to discussing personal experiences in an engaging way

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

$$

Casting Single Women for New Reality Dating Series

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for confident, successful single women to participate in a new nationwide reality dating series. This life-changing television show will follow one man’s journey to find true love and lifelong commitment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in filming and share your authentic personality on camera

  • Compete for the chance to form a genuine romantic connection

  • Engage in various dates, activities, and challenges throughout the show

Requirements

  • Women, 21+

  • Must be single and open to a serious, long-term relationship

  • Comfortable appearing on national television

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity

$$

National Talent Show Judge

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a charismatic and dynamic female judge to join the panel of a new nationally broadcasted talent competition series. This is an exciting chance to play a key role in shaping a groundbreaking live primetime show while bringing personality, humor, and authenticity to the audience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Judge and provide thoughtful commentary on live performances

  • Bring warmth, humor, and charisma to the show

  • Connect with performers and engage with the audience

  • Contribute to the overall energy and tone of the production

Requirements

  • Female, 30–60 years old

  • Plus-size or larger body types encouraged

  • Must have a distinct island accent (Caribbean, West Indies, etc.)

  • Outgoing personality with comedic timing

  • Comfortable on camera; prior entertainment or performance experience is a plus

Compensation

  • $500 minus 20% agency fee per show

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Young Boy – The Westies

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a white male child to portray a character in The Westies. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience and be part of a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in fittings prior to the filming date

  • Portray the character as directed during filming

  • Follow production guidance on set and remain professional

Requirements

  • White male child, ages 6–9

  • Hair should closely match the provided reference photos

  • Must be available for a fitting prior to filming

Compensation

  • Paid role, non-union

  • Professional production experience

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for TV Pilot – Lady Luck Inc.

Job Description
A new TV pilot is seeking actors for a heartfelt, character-driven story exploring the lives of a landlady, May, and her tenants. The series dives into relationships, cultural surroundings, and personal challenges, highlighting community and connection within a shared home. The script allows space for improvisation, encouraging actors to bring their unique perspectives to the characters.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray characters with authenticity and emotional depth

  • Collaborate with the creative team to bring character arcs to life

  • Engage in improvisation to enhance storytelling

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming according to the production schedule

Requirements

  • Open to actors of various ethnicities and backgrounds

  • Strong acting skills with the ability to embody complex, layered characters

  • Comfortable with collaborative and improvisational performance style

Roles Available

  • May: Early 60s, open ethnicity. Eccentric, warm, and wise matriarch of the house, holding the community together with humor and care.

  • Fay: Mid-20s, May’s free-spirited art student daughter who often unintentionally stirs up chaos.

  • Brandon: Mid-20s, May’s serious and level-headed law student son, the voice of reason in the household.

  • Fan: Early 60s, May’s quirky sister, fluent in Mandarin. Adds humor and cultural depth to the family dynamic.

  • Lavpreet (Cast): Early 30s, Indian IT specialist balancing ambition, love, and career.

  • Vanessa: Mid-20s, political science student adjusting to a new culture, forming a bond with Yan through music and art.

Compensation

  • Paid role with meal and credit provided

$$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
Casting real families with kids aged 5–7 to appear in a fun, heartwarming commercial for Disneyland. This is a great opportunity to showcase your family’s love for Disney and be part of a professional commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a one-day shoot at Disneyland

  • Bring natural energy and excitement to portray a fun family day

  • Follow on-set direction to capture authentic moments

Requirements

  • Families with children ages 5–7

  • Must live within two hours of Disneyland Anaheim

  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation

  • $800/day per person

  • $1000 buyout per person if selected for the final cut

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description
A horror feature film is casting for a powerful co-lead role. The character is a dark, enigmatic, and goth-inspired female presence who lingers in the audience’s mind long after the scene ends. This is a central role that drives the story’s emotional and chilling moments, creating a haunting atmosphere throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a complex, intense character with emotional depth

  • Deliver strong on-screen presence in a suspenseful horror narrative

  • Perform scenes with emotional intensity and occasional physical action

  • Help shape the film’s central dark and thrilling tone

Requirements

  • Asian female, ages 18–30

  • Long hair, slim or athletic build preferred

  • Ability to carry a mysterious, haunting presence on screen

  • Martial arts experience is a bonus, but not required

  • Must be comfortable with emotionally intense scenes and physical moments

Compensation

  • Paid, non-union role

  • Self-tape audition required (resume, headshot, and full-body shot submission)

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Marton for Short Film

Job Description:
A short film is seeking an actor to play Marton, the lead character. This character is a complex, introspective man with a quiet intensity, and the role requires strong acting skills to portray emotional depth with subtlety.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray Marton, a man in his 30s to early 40s, who is introverted with an emotional inner world

  • Deliver lines in English with an accent that matches the character’s background

  • Collaborate closely with the director to convey hidden emotions and internal conflict

Requirements:

  • Male actor, 30s to early 40s

  • Must be fluent in Hungarian or another Eastern European language

  • Able to perform with nuanced emotion and quiet presence

  • Open to both ACTRA and non-union actors

Compensation:

  • Paid role, rate to be discussed upon selection

Share this job:

Job overview

Location:
Production type:
Job type:
Ethnicity:
Body type:
Expiration date:
03-04-2025

Job skills

Are you ready to get discovered?

Gain access to thousands of jobs and appear higher in the search results now!

Stay Safe in the Industry

Simple steps to protect your career and avoid scams.