Jobs in Canada

FBI Background Actors

Job Description

A television production is seeking nonunion and AABP male background actors to portray FBI agents in a multi-day shoot. This paid opportunity is looking for clean-cut performers with a professional law enforcement appearance who can maintain direct continuity across all filming days. Previous experience portraying FBI agents is welcome but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an FBI agent in television scenes.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Perform professionally in background scenes requiring a polished federal agent appearance.
• Be available for the complete production schedule.

Requirements

• Male actors only.
• Nonunion or AABP talent.
• Minimum height of 5’10”.
• Clean-shaven or neatly groomed with short hair.
• Must have a fit, professional FBI-type appearance.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Previous experience portraying an FBI agent is a plus.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Crime Scene Technicians for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting male performers to portray crime scene technicians. This paid background opportunity is ideal for actors who can bring professionalism and authenticity to investigative scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a crime scene technician in television scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Help create realistic investigative sequences.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Deputies for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting ACTRA and Apprentice performers to portray deputies in exterior scenes filming in Hamilton. This continuity role is seeking new faces with an authentic law enforcement look. Talent with previous experience handling prop firearms or portraying police officers is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a deputy in exterior law enforcement scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Handle approved prop equipment safely if required.

Requirements

• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.
• Ages 30–48.
• Must have an athletic, law enforcement appearance.
• Previous experience portraying police officers is preferred.
• Comfortable handling a prop firearm.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Diner Patrons for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking diverse performers to portray diner patrons in a featured background scene. This paid opportunity is looking for fresh faces who can naturally fit into a casual restaurant environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a diner patron in background scenes.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Help create a realistic restaurant atmosphere.
• Maintain continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Men and women.
• Ages 35–40.
• Seeking diverse talent, including Black, Latino, and White performers.
• Must be a new face who has not appeared as a regular this season or last season.
• ACTRA or Apprentice performers only.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Law Enforcement and First Responder Background Actors for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is casting local background actors to portray FBI agents, police officers, and firefighters for continuity scenes. This paid opportunity is seeking performers with an authentic law enforcement or first responder appearance, especially those with previous experience portraying these roles on screen. Local hires in the Hamilton area will receive priority consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray FBI agents, police officers, or firefighters in background scenes.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Arrive prepared and professional for all scheduled filming.

Requirements

• Local hires in the Hamilton area preferred.
• Open to ACTRA, non-union, and AABP performers.
• Must have an authentic FBI, police officer, or firefighter appearance.
• Previous experience portraying law enforcement or first responder roles is an asset.
• Must be available for all required continuity filming days.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is looking for a Caucasian man for a principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union drama follows a young artist’s journey and offers actors the opportunity to work on a professionally funded independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the production team on set.
• Attend all scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 40–60.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Caucasian woman for a principal role in a paid non-union production filming in Calgary. This dramatic short film tells a compelling story centered on art, identity, and recognition, offering performers the opportunity to join an independently funded production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Caucasian female, ages 40–50.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is seeking a Filipino woman for a featured principal role in its upcoming Calgary production. This paid non-union film explores identity, family, and ambition, and requires a performer who speaks Tagalog for an important supporting character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Work closely with the director and cast.
• Attend scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 40–60.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts-funded short film Primitive is casting a Filipino girl for a principal role in an upcoming drama filming in Calgary. The film follows a young Filipino painter whose search for recognition takes an unexpected turn. Producers are seeking a talented young actress who speaks Tagalog to portray an emotionally important character in this paid non-union production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Filipino female, ages 10–15.
• Must speak Tagalog.
• Submit a resume and headshot.

Compensation

• Paid non-union production.

Job Description

A hair care commercial is casting women ages 45–60 for a commercial filming in Vancouver, Canada. The production is seeking authentic talent with natural beauty and expressive features to represent a premium hair care campaign. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or foreign nationals with a valid Canadian work permit. Travel will be reimbursed for talent traveling from outside the Vancouver area.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a professional hair care commercial.
• Attend a fitting before filming if selected.
• Follow direction from the production team during the shoot.

Requirements

• Female, ages 45–60.
• Natural appearance with visible life experience, including natural wrinkles and some gray hair.
• Caucasian talent preferred with blonde, dark blonde, light brown, or red hair.
• Able to submit a self-tape.

Compensation

• Session: CAD $600 (10 hours).
• Fitting: CAD $75 (2 hours).
• Buyout: CAD $5,000 if featured in the final commercial.
• Print option: CAD $2,000.
• Premium economy flight reimbursement up to CAD $600 each way for eligible travelers.
• Down day: CAD $600 plus per diem.
• Travel reimbursed for talent living outside the Vancouver area.