Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description
A passionate independent film team is seeking a reliable and motivated Set Production Assistant (PA) for an upcoming dark comedy short film titled Checkout Time. This is a great opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and entry-level crew members to gain hands-on experience on set in a collaborative and creative environment. No prior experience is required, and training will be provided.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and ready to support various departments to ensure smooth daily production operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide general on-set support, including lock-ups, production runs, and assisting crew members as needed

• Support the Assistant Director (AD) and production team with tasks throughout the day

• Maintain organization and cleanliness on set between setups

• Assist with receiving and distributing meals, snacks, and beverages to cast and crew

• Ensure the craft services table remains stocked and organized throughout the shoot

• Be available and present for all scheduled production days

Requirements

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced production environment

• Reliable transportation to set

• Must be available for the full duration of the production schedule

• No prior experience required (training provided)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid position

• Meals and craft services provided on set

• Hands-on production experience and networking opportunity with cast and crew

Senior Male Actor – Prop Shot for “Boston Blue”

Job Description
A production titled Boston Blue is now casting a Caucasian male actor for a prop shot filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are seeking a senior performer with a strong on-camera presence for a short prop-focused scene. This is a paid acting opportunity offering a professional studio shoot experience.

The role requires availability for a scheduled studio call time and a brief filming session. This is ideal for experienced senior actors looking to add to their television or commercial credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a studio prop shot

• Follow direction from the production team

• Arrive prepared and camera-ready

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Caucasian male

• Upper 70s to mid-80s

• Must be available to film in Mississauga

• Submit full-length photo

• Provide height and weight details

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• $360 for a 4-hour shoot

• Paid actor rate

MCU Detective Casting – Boston Blue (Mississauga Studio)

Job Description
A production is now casting one male actor to portray an MCU Detective for the project Boston Blue. Filming will take place in a studio in Mississauga. Casting directors are seeking talent who can convincingly play a professional law enforcement detective with strong on-screen presence.

This opportunity is open to ACTRA and non-union performers. The ideal candidate should have a clean-cut, authoritative look suitable for a detective role in a procedural-style production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in studio-filmed scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors

• Maintain professional posture and confident body language

• Participate in background or featured police department scenes

• Arrive prepared and on time for filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–22 (able to portray a young detective)

• Clean-cut appearance

• ACTRA or non-union eligible

• Able to work in Mississauga studio

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• Paid role (union and non-union rates apply)

• Studio filming experience

• Television credit

• Shuttle access available from Kipling Subway if needed

MCU Cop Casting – Boston Blue (Mississauga Studio)

Job Description
A production is casting one male actor to portray an MCU Cop for the project Boston Blue. Filming will take place in a studio in Mississauga. This role is ideal for talent who can convincingly portray law enforcement with a clean-cut, professional look.

Casting is open to ACTRA and non-union performers. Talent must be available for the scheduled work date and prepared for a studio shoot environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a uniformed police officer (MCU Cop) in filmed scenes

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors and production team

• Maintain professional posture and presence consistent with law enforcement

• Be prepared for wardrobe and potential fittings

• Arrive on time and camera-ready

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–22

• Clean-cut appearance

• ACTRA or non-union (limited ACTRA spot available)

• Must be able to work in Mississauga

• Available for the scheduled filming day

Compensation

• Paid role (union and non-union rates applicable)

• Professional studio filming experience

• Resume-building television credit

• Shuttle available from Kipling Subway if needed

Casting Call – Young Male to Portray Junior Academy Cop (Mississauga)

Job Description
A production is now casting one young male actor, ages 18–23, to portray a new police recruit in a junior academy setting. Casting directors are seeking someone who can convincingly play a fresh-faced cop in training.

This opportunity is open to both ACTRA and non-union talent under an AABP (Green Voucher) agreement. Filming will take place in Mississauga, with shuttle access available from Kipling Subway.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a junior academy police recruit in filmed scenes

• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors

• Participate in background or featured academy sequences

• Arrive prepared and camera-ready for an early morning call time

• Maintain professional conduct on set

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–23

• Must be able to look young enough to portray a new recruit

• ACTRA or non-union performers eligible under AABP (Green Voucher)

• Available for an 8:00 AM call time

• Able to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• Paid opportunity under AABP (Green Voucher) agreement

• On-set experience in a professional production

• Resume-building credit

• Shuttle access available from Kipling Subway

Boston Blue Still Shoot – Child Model Casting (Non-Union)

Job Description
A still photo shoot is now casting one child model for the project “Boston Blue” filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are seeking a boy or girl, ages 30–55 months, for a non-union opportunity.

This child modeling job is ideal for parents seeking professional still photography experience for their little one. The shoot will take place in a studio setting with a morning call time.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional still photo shoot

• Follow simple on-set direction from the photographer and production team

• Be comfortable in a studio environment

• Maintain positive energy and cooperation during the session

Requirements

• Male or female child, ages 30–55 months

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work in Mississauga

• Parent/guardian must be available for on-set supervision

• Recent photo required for submission

Compensation

• Paid still photo shoot opportunity

• Professional studio experience

• Portfolio-building credit

• Short on-set commitment

Non-Union Black Female Actor for Interior Scene

Job Description
A production is seeking a non-union Black female actor for an interior scene. This role is ideal for performers with a strong on-camera presence who can take direction well in a professional set environment. The scene will be filmed indoors, and talent must be comfortable with an early call time and working efficiently on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in an interior scene for a professional production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Arrive prepared and camera-ready for an early call time

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Black female actor, ages 20–23

• Taller height preferred

• Non-union talent only

• Must be available to work in Boston

• Comfortable working indoors on set

• Reliable transportation and punctuality required

Compensation

• Paid non-union role

• Rate discussed upon selection

Basketball Fans Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting background actors to portray basketball fans in crowd scenes. This role is perfect for talent who can bring natural energy and variety to a live sports atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a basketball fan

• React naturally during game scenes

• Follow crowd direction from assistant directors

• Maintain continuity between takes

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Ages 20–55

• Mix of ages and ethnic backgrounds encouraged

• Ability to portray realistic crowd reactions

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

Female College Basketball Bench Players Casting Call

Job Description
A television production is casting female background actors to portray college basketball bench players. This role does not require actual basketball play but focuses on realistic sideline presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera seated as a basketball bench player

• Follow direction during sports scenes

• Maintain consistent reactions and continuity

• Remain attentive and professional on set

Requirements

• Female talent

• Legal age 18+

• Must be able to portray ages 20–23

• Mix of Black and Caucasian talent encouraged

• Does not require basketball gameplay

Compensation

• Paid background role

• Non-union opportunity

ENG Camera Crew Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television series is casting background actors to portray ENG camera operators in sports-related scenes. This role helps add realism to broadcast-style coverage within the show.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an ENG camera operator on camera

• Follow blocking and direction for filming scenes

• Maintain professional on-set behavior

• Work closely with other background talent

Requirements

• Male and female talent

• Looking for 3 males and 1 female

• Comfortable portraying media or camera crew roles

• Professional, focused on-camera presence

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Non-union opportunity