“The Westies” Toronto Extras Casting Call for Kid Actors

Background Performers for Intel Pink

Job Description

A new production, Intel Pink, is casting background performers for an upcoming film directed by Sarah Polley. The production is primarily seeking adults in their 20s to 40s, though anyone 18 years or older is welcome to apply. Performers should be comfortable adapting their appearance to fit a 1950s-inspired look for this period production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in various film scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Adapt hairstyle, wardrobe, and overall appearance to match a 1950s setting.
• Be available for filming during the production schedule.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Talent in their 20s to 40s is especially encouraged to apply.
• Must be willing to adapt appearance to a 1950s style.
• Ability to work professionally on a film set.

Compensation

• Paid background performer opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking).

Italian Adult Male Background Actor for Christmas Feast Scene

Job Description

A film production is seeking one Italian adult male background actor for a Christmas feast scene. This interior day shoot will take place in Hamilton and is part of a continuity sequence, so talent must be available for all required filming days. This is a picture cast role for performers who can authentically portray an Italian character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guest in a Christmas feast scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Be available for interior filming in Hamilton.

Requirements

• Italian male, approximately 30 years old.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Must authentically portray an Italian character.
• Must be able to travel to Hamilton or use available shuttle transportation if offered.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Work on a professional film production.
• Shuttle transportation may be available.

Italian Child Background Actors for Christmas Feast Scene

Job Description

A film production is casting three Italian child background actors for a Christmas feast scene. Children will appear in a continuity sequence filmed in Hamilton, requiring availability across multiple filming days. This is a picture cast role, and parents should note that children must have completed school before filming due to the production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray children in a Christmas feast scene.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in interior filming in Hamilton.

Requirements

• Italian children approximately 12 years old.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Must have completed school before production begins due to continuity requirements.
• Parents or guardians must accompany child performers as required.
• Parents and children cannot both work on the production.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Professional film set experience.
• Shuttle transportation may be available.

Male with Luxury Car for TV Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking a male performer with a high-end luxury vehicle for a paid background role. Casting directors are looking for someone who can bring a polished, upscale presence to scenes while providing their own luxury car for filming.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who own premium vehicles and are interested in gaining experience on a professional production set. Talent should be comfortable appearing on camera and participating in background scenes alongside cast and crew.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background performer in a television production
• Provide a high-end luxury vehicle for use during filming
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Participate in scheduled filming activities as required
• Ensure vehicle is available and production-ready for the shoot

Requirements

• Male talent only
• Must own a high-end luxury vehicle
• Vehicle must not be white
• Must provide the year, make, model, and color of the vehicle when applying
• Must not have previously worked on this production
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Comfortable working on a television production set

Compensation

• Paid television production opportunity
• Chance to feature your luxury vehicle on screen
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team
• Build entertainment industry credits and connections

Ethnic Male Looters for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting an ethnic male background actor to portray a looter in an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking physically fit performers who can work comfortably outdoors and help create realistic action-driven scenes.

This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent interested in gaining experience on a professional television production. Selected performers should be prepared for outdoor filming conditions and extended production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a looter in background scenes for a television series
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Participate in outdoor filming activities
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production
• Arrive prepared for wardrobe and filming requirements
• Be available for the full production schedule if selected

Requirements

• Ethnic male talent only
• Must not have previously worked on or be booked for future work on this production
• Non-union performers or AABP members eligible
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor filming
• Able to work in summer weather conditions
• Must provide and apply personal sunscreen during filming
• Reliable transportation required
• Local talent preferred

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience working on a television production
• Opportunity to work alongside industry professionals
• Build television and on-set experience
• Potential consideration for future background casting opportunities

Law & Order Tech Office Employees

Job Description

A hit television crime drama is seeking fresh faces to portray tech office employees in an upcoming scene filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are looking for non-union performers in their late 20s to early 30s who can authentically fit into a modern corporate environment inspired by leading technology companies. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers to gain on-set experience on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tech office employees in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic corporate workplace atmosphere on set

Requirements

• Non-union performers only
• AABP members eligible
• Must be in late 20s to early 30s age range
• New faces only; applicants must not have previously worked on this production
• Able to portray modern tech professionals in an office environment
• Must be available to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour
• Opportunity to work on a major television series
• Valuable on-set experience and industry exposur

Background Actors for Hallmark Holiday Movie

Job Description

A Hallmark holiday movie is seeking background actors for a variety of scenes in an upcoming Christmas-themed production. Casting directors are looking for individuals, families, and children to help bring festive community scenes to life. This is an excellent opportunity to gain on-set experience while working on a major holiday film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in holiday-themed scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Arrive prepared with appropriate winter clothing when requested
• Participate in crowd, community, and seasonal event scenes
• Be available for filming dates based on casting needs

Requirements

• Open to adults, children, and families
• Ability to follow on-set instructions
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working as a background performer
• Must have current sizing information available for wardrobe considerations
• Willing to provide winter-appropriate clothing if requested
• Local talent preferred from filming areas

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Experience working on a Hallmark holiday movie
• Opportunity to appear in festive Christmas-themed scenes
• Professional film set experience

CIA Agent for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a Caucasian male actor to portray a CIA agent in a featured lead role. Casting directors are looking for talent with a professional appearance, strong screen presence, and fluent English with no accent. This role includes a small amount of dialogue and offers an excellent opportunity to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CIA agent in commercial scenes
• Deliver one to two scripted lines naturally and confidently
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 30–50
• Fluent English speaker with no accent
• Strong on-camera presence and acting ability
• Comfortable performing a lead role with dialogue
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Hospital Visitors, Patients, and Medical Staff Background Roles

Job Description

A television production is seeking background actors to portray hospital visitors, patients, orderlies, doctors, and ER doctors in upcoming medical scenes. Casting directors are looking for dependable performers who can help create an authentic hospital environment. This opportunity is open to talent who have not previously appeared on the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital visitors, patients, medical staff, and healthcare professionals
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Participate in hospital and emergency room scenes
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for production requirements

Requirements

• Male and female background actors
• Visitor roles: one male and one female
• Patient role: talent comfortable portraying a wheelchair patient
• Orderly role: male talent
• Doctor roles: male talent
• ER doctor roles: male talent
• Must not have previously appeared on the production
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions
• Available for filming in Toronto

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work in realistic hospital and medical scenes

Tanned Woman for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female performer of any ethnicity to portray a featured character in an upcoming project. This speaking role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for a confident performer who is comfortable appearing in swimwear and can bring a strong on-camera presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 20–30
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Must be comfortable appearing in a bikini
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Reporter for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female performer of any ethnicity to portray a reporter in a featured speaking role. This role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for someone with a confident, professional on-camera presence who can authentically portray a news reporter.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a reporter in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 20–40
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Confident and professional on-screen presence
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Lead Party Women for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking two female performers of any ethnicity to portray lead party women in an upcoming project. This featured speaking role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for confident, charismatic performers who can bring energy and authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead party guest in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 35–50
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Confident and engaging on-screen presence
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $500 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team