Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A student short film titled Summer is seeking actors for several supporting and featured roles. Filming will take place in the UBC and Greater Vancouver area. This non-union production explores themes of adulthood, relationships, self-discovery, and personal growth through an ensemble cast of compelling characters.

Actors of all backgrounds and experience levels are encouraged to apply. The lead role has already been cast, and production is currently seeking performers for key supporting and featured characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a scripted short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate with directors, cast members, and crew.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Available Roles

Lucy (Supporting)

• Female, ages 30–50.
• Eccentric, unpredictable, and deeply genuine.
• Funny, insightful, and socially unconventional.

Olivia (Featured)

• Female, early 20s.
• Summer’s best friend.
• Warm, loyal, confident, and emotionally perceptive.

Dante (Featured)

• Male, 20s.
• Ambitious, intelligent, and charismatic.
• Confident and driven with an intense presence.

Mark (Featured)

• Male, ages 30–40s.
• Additional character details provided by production.

Requirements

• Open to actors of all backgrounds and experience levels.
• Headshot required.
• Résumé preferred but not required.
• Acting reel or additional acting materials welcome but optional.
• Must be available to work in the Greater Vancouver area.
• Comfortable working on a student film production.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• Valuable on-set experience and networking opportunities.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A short independent film is seeking background extras to appear in a conference scene. Production is looking for a diverse group of adults interested in gaining on-set experience while contributing to an exciting indie film project. Background performers will portray reporters during a key scene in the film.

This non-union volunteer opportunity includes meals and screen credits for participants.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background extra in a conference scene.
• Portray reporters in a realistic and professional manner.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Arrive on time and remain available for the duration of filming.
• Maintain professionalism while on set.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Open to all ethnicities and identities.
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a background role.
• Able to work collaboratively with cast and crew.
• Reliable and available for filming in Vancouver.

Compensation Details

• Volunteer opportunity.
• Meals provided on set.
• Screen credits provided.
• Opportunity to gain experience on an independent film production.

Dancer Casting Call for Vancouver Art Festival

Job Description
A Vancouver arts production is now casting dancers to co-choreograph and perform two original songs at the Vines Art Festival. Producers are seeking creative performers of all dance styles and body types for a collaborative outdoor performance experience. This opportunity is ideal for dancers interested in choreography, live performance, and artistic collaboration.

Job Responsibilities

• Co-choreograph and perform two live dance pieces
• Collaborate with fellow dancers and the creative team
• Attend scheduled rehearsals leading up to the performance
• Perform at the Vines Art Festival in Vancouver
• Contribute creative movement ideas and stage presence

Requirements

• Open to all dance styles and experience levels
• All body types and backgrounds encouraged to apply
• Comfortable collaborating in a creative rehearsal environment
• Must be available for rehearsals and festival performance date
• Strong performance energy and creativity preferred

Compensation

• $200 honorarium
• Free snacks provided during rehearsals
• Potential future paid video shoot opportunity
• Possible paid rehearsals at UBCP/ACTRA rates for future projects

Job Description

Cetusphoto Studio is now casting experienced models for an upcoming Editorial Bridal Series shooting throughout May and June in Burnaby, British Columbia. The production is creating elevated, publishable bridal editorials featuring minimalist, narrative-driven imagery with fresh florals and modern bridal styling.

This collaborative editorial project is ideal for models looking to expand their bridal portfolio, refresh their comp card, and gain professionally retouched imagery for personal promotion.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in bridal editorial photoshoots at the Burnaby studio
• Pose for high-end fashion and bridal photography
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and HMUA teams
• Follow creative direction while contributing ideas where appropriate
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production

Requirements

• Models with professional modeling experience preferred
• Comfortable with bridal and editorial-style posing and direction
• Open to creative collaboration
• Agency-represented talent welcome
• Must provide portfolio or Instagram handle when applying
• Include height, dress size, and general availability

Compensation Details

• TFP collaboration
• Full set of color-graded images provided
• Commercially retouched final images included for portfolio, comp card, and personal promotion
• Professional model release agreement provided
• Bridal gowns, hair, and makeup included

Job Description

An independent dark comedy short film titled Perfectly Imperfect is now casting actors for multiple roles in Surrey, British Columbia. This character-driven production blends comedy and drama through dialogue-heavy scenes and emotionally grounded performances.

Producers are seeking diverse talent with strong on-camera presence, comedic timing, and the ability to handle subtle dramatic moments. The non-union project offers paid opportunities for actors and extras.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted roles in a dark comedy short film
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and comedic performances
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Submit professional audition materials for consideration

Requirements

Casting the following roles:

• Leo (Male, 28–35)
  • Thoughtful and organized hopeless romantic
  • Overthinks situations and struggles with anxiety
• Chloe (Female, 25–35)
  • Sharp, practical, and intelligent
  • Serves as Leo’s grounding counterpart
• Martha (Female, 40s–50s)
  • Elegant and tough with a dry sense of humor
• Arthur (Male, 40s–50s)
  • Warm, friendly, and slightly rambling personality
• Maya (Female, 30s)
  • Energetic and optimistic with a lively personality
• Sam (Male, 30s)
  • Supportive and enthusiastic fiancé to Maya
• Jake (Male, 30s)
  • Leo’s awkward but well-meaning best friend

Additional Requirements:

• Open to actors of all ethnicities and backgrounds
• Strong comedy and dramatic acting skills preferred
• Must submit:
  • Headshot
  • Resume

Compensation Details

• Paid non-union production
• Extras receive daily rates
• Meals provided
• Copy of the completed film included