Jobs in Canada

Job Description

The Children Trap, a short film selected for Reel Asian’s Unsung Voices program, is casting actors for several principal and supporting roles. The film explores the story of two sisters who secretly plot their parents’ divorce in an attempt to save their family. Selected talent will participate in a dramatic family-centered story scheduled to premiere at the TIFF Lightbox as part of the Reel Asian Film Festival.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a narrative short film.
• Attend in-person auditions and rehearsals as required.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authentic family relationships to life.
• Perform emotionally grounded dramatic scenes.
• Be available for scheduled production dates.

Requirements

Grace – Lead Role

• Chinese/East Asian female
• Approximately 13–15 years old
• Mature, observant, and protective presence
• Strong dramatic acting abilities preferred

Romy – Lead/Supporting Role

• Chinese/East Asian female
• Approximately 8 years old
• Playful, imaginative, and expressive personality
• Comfortable portraying a close sibling relationship

Mom – Supporting Role

• Chinese female
• Age range: 30s–40s
• Must be fluent in Cantonese
• Comfortable performing emotionally grounded family drama

Dad – Supporting Role

• Chinese male
• Age range: 30s–50s
• Must be fluent in Cantonese
• Comfortable performing emotionally grounded family drama

Compensation Details

• Volunteer / unpaid opportunity
• Meals provided
• Screen credit provided
• Non-union production

Sports League Commercial Extras

Job Description

A sports league commercial is seeking male background actors to appear in a paid commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are looking for athletic individuals who can authentically portray football players and sports-related talent on camera. This is a great opportunity for performers with athletic experience, especially those with a football background, to work on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray athletes and sports league participants in commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in football-themed and sports-related sequences
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming
• Help create an authentic sports environment on screen

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 20–40
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be 6’0″ or taller
• Athletic build required
• Football experience is a plus
• Must be available to work in Austin, Texas
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $400 for up to 10 hours of work
• Approximately $40 per hour
• Non-union commercial
• Professional commercial production experience

Lead Male Role for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking a Caucasian male actor for a lead role. This speaking role requires a performer with strong communication skills and fluent English with no noticeable accent. The production is looking for a professional and reliable actor who can deliver a short scripted performance with confidence and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead speaking role in a commercial
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and clearly
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming
• Collaborate with cast and crew to achieve the desired performance

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Ages 60–70
• Fluent English speaker with no accent
• Strong on-camera presence
• Comfortable performing a speaking role
• Reliable and professional
• Available for the scheduled production date

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Lead role in a commercial production
• Speaking role with featured screen time
• Professional on-set experience

Diner Patrons for Television Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking background actors to portray diner patrons for an upcoming shoot in Mississauga, Ontario. This non-union opportunity is open to adults who can bring authentic and natural reactions to a restaurant setting. Talent should be comfortable working as background performers and available to work locally in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray diner patrons in restaurant scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Interact naturally within background environments
• Help create a realistic dining atmosphere on screen

Requirements

• Ages 20–50
• Open to all genders and ethnicities
• Must be available to work in Mississauga, Ontario
• Reliable transportation preferred
• Comfortable working as a background actor
• Ability to follow production instructions and maintain on-set professionalism

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Non-union production
• Work on a professional television set
• Gain on-set experience and industry exposure

Professional Whitewater Packrafters and Kayakers for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking professional whitewater packrafters and kayakers for an exciting shoot in Vancouver, British Columbia. Talent must have advanced experience navigating technical whitewater environments, including canyon conditions. This opportunity is ideal for skilled paddlers looking to showcase their expertise in a high-profile commercial project. Applicants must be local to Vancouver or able to work as local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform professional whitewater packrafting or kayaking in technical river environments
• Navigate challenging canyon and whitewater conditions safely and confidently
• Follow production and safety team instructions during filming
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and callback sessions if selected
• Represent authentic outdoor adventure and paddling skills on camera
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production schedule

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a professional whitewater packrafter or kayaker
• Experience with technical whitewater and canyon paddling required
• Must be based in Vancouver, British Columbia, or able to work as a local hire
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills preferred
• Ability to participate in callbacks and filming schedule if selected

Compensation

• $2,500 CAD per shoot day
• One-year buyout ranging from $2,500–$4,000 CAD if featured in the final cut
• Automotive exclusivity included
• Professional commercial production opportunity

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