Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Kids Ages 6–9 for Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting kids in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun veggie chip campaign. This project is looking for natural, expressive children with big imaginations who can bring charm, personality, and playful energy to a lighthearted commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial as a featured child actor
• Showcase personality, humor, and natural reactions on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in callbacks and scheduled filming
• Bring energy and creativity to the shoot

Requirements

• Kids ages 6–9
• All ethnicities and genders welcome
• Outgoing, expressive, and comfortable on camera
• Strong imagination and playful personality
• Must be local to Toronto or GTA

Compensation

• $1,000 CAD
• Plus 15% agency fee (if applicable)
• 1-year online usage
• Paid commercial opportunity

Father & Sons for TV Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a Black father and sons for a soccer-themed TV spot filming in Toronto. This project will feature a family watching soccer together, capturing authentic, heartfelt moments in a relatable home setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and sons in a family-focused commercial
• Engage naturally in scenes watching and reacting to soccer
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging on-camera performances
• Participate in scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Father: Male, ages 35–45, Black
• Sons: Male, ages 7–20, Black
• Comfortable performing in a family setting on camera
• Father must be able to interact physically (e.g., piggyback with younger child)
• Comfortable with light prosthetics if required
• Must be local to Toronto or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Father & adult son: $500 session + $2,000 usage (+15% agency fee)
• Teen/child sons: $500 session + $1,500 usage (+15% agency fee)
• Paid commercial opportunity with additional usage fees

Curlers for Yogurt Commercial Photoshoot

Job Description
A commercial photoshoot is casting real curlers in Toronto for a fun and energetic yogurt campaign. This opportunity is perfect for individuals involved in curling who can bring authenticity and personality to a lifestyle-driven shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot as a curler
• Showcase natural personality and athletic presence on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Represent an active, fun lifestyle in campaign imagery
• Attend a brief wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Ages 25–50
• Must be an active curler
• Comfortable being photographed in a professional setting
• Outgoing personality and natural on-camera presence
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Compensation

• $725–$1,725 for one-day photoshoot
• $75 wardrobe fitting fee
• Additional $1,000 if featured in final campaign usage
• Paid commercial opportunity

Job Description
A production team is seeking two skilled filmmakers and one sound recordist for an exciting paid project collaborating with a well-known Brazilian digital influencer. The project will involve capturing high-quality vertical content tailored for social media, with a fast-paced production schedule across multiple cities. This is a great opportunity for creatives experienced in digital content production and live event coverage.

Job Responsibilities

Filmmakers:

• Shoot high-quality video in vertical format for social media platforms
• Edit content quickly for timely delivery
• Collaborate with the team to capture engaging influencer-driven content

Sound Recordist:

• Capture clear, professional audio during production
• Manage and maintain audio equipment
• Ensure high-quality sound recording across various shooting environments

Requirements

• Experience shooting vertical video content
• Strong editing skills for social media content
• Preferred ownership of Sony FX3 camera (for filmmakers)
• Experience in professional audio recording (for sound recordist)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate to be discussed based on experience and submitted daily rate)

Arborists & Forestry Workers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real arborists and forestry workers in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun and authentic photoshoot. This project is looking for hardworking individuals who can naturally represent their profession on camera in a lifestyle-driven campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot as a real arborist or forestry worker
• Showcase natural work-related actions and presence on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Bring authenticity and personality to the campaign
• Attend a brief wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Ages 25–55
• Must be a real arborist or forestry worker
• Comfortable being photographed in a professional setting
• Outgoing personality with natural on-camera presence
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Compensation

• $725–$1,725 for one-day photoshoot
• $75 wardrobe fitting fee
• Additional $1,000 if featured in final campaign usage
• Paid commercial opportunity

Job Description:
An independent film project is seeking a location sound recordist for a sci-fi horror short film titled Seek And You Shall Find. This role is suited for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in film production while contributing to a creative and atmospheric project. All necessary gear will be provided by the production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Record high-quality audio on set during filming
• Collaborate with the director and crew to ensure optimal sound capture
• Monitor sound levels and minimize background noise
• Operate and manage provided audio equipment
• Ensure consistency and clarity of recorded dialogue and ambient sound

Requirements:

• Basic to intermediate experience in sound recording preferred
• Understanding of on-set audio workflows
• Ability to work collaboratively in a film production environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Interest in sci-fi and horror genres is a plus

Compensation:

• Unpaid opportunity
• Meals provided
• Valuable experience and portfolio development

Job Description
A production team is seeking two actors for a paid social media advertising shoot. This project will focus on creating engaging promotional content for digital platforms. The production is looking for talented individuals who are comfortable on camera and can deliver strong performances suited for online audiences.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a social media advertisement shoot
• Deliver engaging and natural on-camera performances
• Follow direction from the production team
• Collaborate with crew and adapt to creative feedback

Requirements

• Prior acting experience required
• Must have a portfolio or demo reel
• Ability to provide recent personal photos or headshots
• Strong on-camera presence
• Social media content creation experience preferred

Roles Include:

• Male Actor (Age 20–33): Must be able to portray relatable and engaging character for digital content
• Female Actor (Age 20–33): Must be comfortable on camera and able to deliver expressive performances

Compensation

• Paid role (rate not specified)

Job Description
A short film production titled “Cold Dinner” is seeking an experienced Boom Operator or Sound Mixer to join the crew. This is a dialogue-heavy short film requiring strong on-set audio capture and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have experience working in film production environments and can help ensure high-quality sound recording throughout the shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate boom microphone and/or manage on-set sound mixing
• Capture clear and consistent audio for a dialogue-heavy production
• Collaborate with the director and crew to maintain sound quality
• Set up and manage audio equipment during filming
• Troubleshoot any sound-related issues on set

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Boom Operator or Sound Mixer
• Strong understanding of on-set audio recording techniques
• Ability to work long production hours (8–10 hours)
• Own equipment preferred
• Team-oriented with good communication skills

Compensation

• Unpaid
• Lunch provided

Fitness Background Actors for Commercial HIIT Class Scene

Job Description
A non-union commercial is casting men and women to appear as background talent in a high-energy gym setting. The scene will feature a HIIT-style workout class, making this a great opportunity for fitness enthusiasts who are comfortable performing on camera while engaging in physical activity.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a HIIT-style workout class on camera
• Perform fitness movements and exercises as directed
• Maintain high energy and enthusiasm throughout filming
• Follow direction from the production team for scene accuracy

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–40
• Must be comfortable in a gym environment
• Able to perform HIIT-style exercises on camera
• Physically capable of participating in an active shoot
• Professional attitude and ability to follow direction

Compensation

• $300 for up to 12 hours of work
• Overtime pay if applicable
• Paid commercial opportunity
• Experience working in a professional production setting

Job Description
Westside Studio is hiring a Creative Production Coordinator to join its in-house team. This full-time role supports producers and artists across a variety of creative projects, from early concept development through production. The position is ideal for someone with a strong visual eye and a passion for photography and film.

Job Responsibilities

• Support production teams across creative projects from development to shoot
• Coordinate logistics and assist with day-to-day production needs
• Collaborate with producers, creatives, and artists
• Help manage timelines, assets, and production workflows
• Contribute to creative planning and execution

Requirements

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong visual eye and interest in photography and film production
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced creative environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, creative coordination, or similar roles
• Familiarity with photography, film, or creative industries

Compensation

• Full-time position (compensation details not specified)