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Small Business Owners for Financial Campaign Demo

Job Description

A financial campaign is seeking real small business owners for a paid commercial-style demo project. Production is looking for passionate entrepreneurs who are proud of the businesses they have built and are comfortable sharing their experiences, insights, and reactions on camera. This opportunity is open to business owners from a variety of industries and does not require previous on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a financial campaign demo project
• Share authentic experiences as a small business owner on camera
• Participate in interviews and filmed segments
• Follow direction from the production team
• Attend the scheduled shoot date and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be a real small business owner
• Comfortable speaking about your business on camera
• Must be an Ontario resident
• Non-union talent only
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is not required
• Businesses may be from industries including:
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Contracting
  • Realty
  • Professional Services
  • Law Firms
  • Accounting Firms
• Must be available for a half-day shoot during the production window

Compensation

• $1,700+
• Featured role in a financial campaign
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to promote your entrepreneurial story
• Half-day shoot commitment

Church Crowd Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking attractive new faces to portray church crowd members in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain professional on-set experience while contributing to a realistic community gathering environment. Production is seeking talent with a wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance for this featured crowd scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church attendee in background scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic church community atmosphere
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• Ages 25–55
• Open to diverse talent and white talent as specified by production needs
• Must be a new face who has not previously appeared on the production
• Attractive, wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance
• Men must be clean-shaven with no facial hair
• Must be available to work in the Gilford/Innisfil area
• ACTRA Apprentice or Full ACTRA members only
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to work on an established TV series
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Asian Women Age 80+ for Charity Commercial

Job Description

A charity commercial project is seeking Asian women age 80 and older for a paid non-union production in Montreal. This heartfelt commercial aims to tell an inspiring story and is looking for authentic individuals who can bring warmth, presence, and genuine emotion to the screen. No previous acting experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for first-time performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a commercial production for a charitable campaign
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Participate in on-camera scenes as required
• Bring authenticity and natural emotion to the project
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Asian women age 80 or older
• No acting experience required
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Available to work in Montreal
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to support a meaningful charity campaign
• On-set experience in a commercial production

Identical Latina Twin Girls for Popular TV Series

Job Description

A popular television series is casting identical Latina twin girls for a recurring actor role. This exciting TV casting opportunity is seeking twins who can portray a featured character across multiple filming days. The production is looking for talented young performers who closely resemble one another and are ready to gain experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a television series
• Participate in filming across multiple production days
• Follow direction from the production team and directors
• Maintain professionalism on set
• Attend all scheduled filming dates as required

Requirements

• Identical Latina twin girls
• Ages 6–8
• Must be legally 6 years old or older
• Twins must closely resemble each other
• Comfortable working on a professional television production
• Available for multiple filming dates
• Parent or guardian must be available to assist with the casting process

Compensation

• Paid television acting opportunity
• Multiple filming days
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to appear in a popular TV series
• Resume-building and industry exposure

Ethnic Women for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television production is seeking ethnic women for paid background roles in an upcoming shoot. Production is looking for physically fit performers who are comfortable working outdoors and can portray looters in dynamic scene work. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in gaining experience on a professional television set while contributing to large-scale production scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in television scenes
• Portray looter characters as directed by production
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff
• Participate in outdoor filming environments
• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Ethnic women only
• Must be physically fit
• Comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions
• Must be able to provide and apply personal sunscreen
• Available for filming in Hamilton, Ontario
• Must not have previously appeared on the current season of the production or be booked for future dates
• ACTRA Apprentice (AABP) or non-union talent welcome as specified by production

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on a major TV production
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Ethnic Male Background Talent for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking ethnic male background talent for an upcoming shoot. This casting opportunity is open to performers who have not previously appeared on the series and are available for the scheduled filming date. Production is looking for talent who can accurately match wardrobe sizing requirements and bring authenticity to background scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as background talent in a television production
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for filming
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot
• Participate in scenes as directed by production

Requirements

• Ethnic male
• Ages 30–50
• Height between 5’11” and 6’2″
• Weight approximately 190–220 lbs
• Must fit production wardrobe sizing requirements
• Must not have previously appeared on the current season of the series
• Available for filming in the Toronto area
• ACTRA Apprentice (AABP) or non-union talent welcome as specified by production

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on an established TV production
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Adult Couple for Luxury Resort Commercial Shoot

Job Description

A luxury resort and spa commercial is seeking local non-union talent for a paid lifestyle shoot in the North Okanagan area. Casting directors are looking for either a real adult couple or two individuals who can convincingly portray a couple on camera. This resort advertising campaign will feature luxury amenities, relaxation, and upscale experiences in a beautiful destination setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a couple enjoying luxury resort amenities
• Participate in lifestyle and promotional scenes for a commercial campaign
• Follow direction from the production and photography teams
• Perform naturally on camera in resort and spa environments
• Attend all scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Adults in the 30–40 age range
• Non-union talent
• Acting and/or modeling experience preferred
• Must be local to the Okanagan area
• Comfortable wearing swimwear on camera
• Comfortable participating in water-related scenes, including swimming pools
• Available for all scheduled production dates
• Able to submit a self-tape audition if requested

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional resort and lifestyle campaign experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team
• Portfolio-building content and industry exposure

Young Kern for Documentary Recreation

Job Description

A documentary production is casting a child actor to portray a younger version of a key figure in a powerful biographical story. This acting opportunity is part of a documentary exploring the life journey of an established author and their experience immigrating to Canada at a young age. The production is seeking a talented young performer who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Young Kern in documentary recreation scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in scheduled filming sessions
• Deliver natural and believable on-camera performances
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male child actor, playing age 11–12
• Dark complexion
• Slender build
• Short hair preferred
• Non-union talent welcome
• Must be based in or able to work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid documentary acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to appear in a meaningful documentary project
• Resume-building and networking opportunities

Studio Assistant Intern

Job Description

A creative media company is seeking a Studio Assistant Intern to support day-to-day studio operations and production activities. This internship is ideal for individuals interested in media production, content creation, and behind-the-scenes studio management. Gain hands-on experience while working alongside creative professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with studio setup and organization
• Support content production and creative projects
• Help coordinate equipment and production needs
• Maintain an organized and efficient workspace
• Provide general administrative and production support

Requirements

• Interest in media production and creative industries
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Willingness to learn and support various projects

Compensation

• Internship opportunity
• Hands-on studio experience
• Exposure to media production workflows
• Professional development opportunities
• Networking with creative professionals

Social Media Associate Intern

Job Description

A media publication is seeking a Social Media Associate Intern to help manage and grow its digital presence. This internship is perfect for individuals passionate about social media marketing, audience engagement, and content strategy. The role provides valuable experience in building online communities and supporting brand growth across multiple platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with social media content creation and scheduling
• Monitor engagement and audience interactions
• Research social media trends and best practices
• Support content planning and campaign execution
• Help maintain a consistent brand voice across platforms

Requirements

• Passion for social media and digital marketing
• Familiarity with major social media platforms
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Creative mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Compensation

• Internship opportunity
• Social media marketing experience
• Portfolio-building opportunities
• Professional networking opportunities
• Exposure to digital media operations

Copywriter Intern

Job Description

A digital media publication is seeking a Copywriter Intern to assist with creating compelling written content across editorial, marketing, and social platforms. This internship is ideal for aspiring writers looking to build professional experience in content creation, storytelling, and brand communication while working in a creative media environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Write engaging articles, captions, and promotional content
• Assist with content planning and editorial projects
• Research topics and industry trends
• Edit and proofread written materials
• Collaborate with the creative and marketing teams

Requirements

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Interest in media, publishing, or content marketing
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments
• Attention to detail and strong grammar skills
• Creative thinking and storytelling abilities

Compensation

• Internship opportunity
• Hands-on content creation experience
• Portfolio-building opportunities
• Mentorship and professional development
• Networking opportunities within the media industry

Job Description

A non-union short film titled Dream Girl is seeking South Asian actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows a middle-aged Indian mother who faces the decision of a lifetime when her longtime Bollywood crush unexpectedly appears at her doorstep with a marriage proposal. This heartfelt and character-driven film is scheduled to premiere at the Reel Asian Film Festival 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a narrative short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic performances in both Hindi and English.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow production schedules and creative direction throughout the project.

Available Roles

Kiran (Lead)

• Female
• South Asian
• Ages 35–45

Rajat

• Male
• South Asian
• Ages 35–45

Prem

• Male
• South Asian
• Ages 25–35

Arjun

• Male
• South Asian
• Teenager

Requirements

• South Asian performers only.
• Comfortable performing in Hindi and English.
• Previous acting experience preferred.
• Must submit a CV and showreel for consideration.
• Available for the production schedule.

Compensation Details

• Non-union production.
• Compensation details were not specified.
• Film scheduled to premiere at the Reel Asian Film Festival 2026.