Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

BIPOC Talent for Chicken Campaign Commercial

A non-union commercial shoot is seeking dynamic, hip, and urban BIPOC individuals for a food-focused campaign. The project will highlight a vibrant and contemporary vibe, featuring participants enjoying chicken and fries in a fun and engaging shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of a lifestyle-themed chicken campaign
• Eat chicken and fries on set (no food allergies, please)
• Deliver authentic, confident, and expressive presence on camera
• Follow direction in a professional production environment

Requirements

• BIPOC male, age 25–35
• BIPOC female, age 25–30
• Must be comfortable eating chicken and fries on camera
• Must be located in or near Toronto
• Non-union talent only

Compensation

• $4,700 CAD per person
• Buyout includes all versions, edits, and media usage, conditional on final edit inclusion

Basketball Player Stand-In Casting Call – Commercial Project

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting a skilled basketball stand-in for an upcoming shoot. This is a non-union, paid opportunity where the performer’s face will not be visible on camera. The project will be used for Canadian broadcast and digital platforms. Talent must closely match the physical specifications of the lead actor and demonstrate strong basketball ability, including dribbling and dunking on a standard 10 ft hoop.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basketball actions including dribbling and dunking
• Match the build and movement of the principal actor
• Execute accurate physical movements under direction
• Maintain high energy and consistency on set

Requirements

• Male, White, ages 25–38
• Height: Approximately 6’5″
• Weight: Approximately 215 lbs
• Must be able to dunk on a 10 ft regulation basketball hoop
• Must be local to Toronto (no travel compensation)
• Non-union performers only

Compensation

• $1,000 flat rate for one shoot day
• Usage: 1 month Canadian broadcast, 6 months digital

Casting Call: Parents with Toddlers for Commercial

Exciting opportunity for parents and their toddlers to be featured in a fun yoga socks brand commercial! Seeking real families to bring authenticity and warmth to this non-union commercial shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot alongside your child
• Engage naturally on camera in a family-friendly setting
• Attend a brief audition with the director if shortlisted

Requirements

• Parents with toddlers (12-18 months) and/or daughters (ages 3-5)
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Must be able to film in Toronto
• Outgoing personality and comfortable being filmed

Compensation

• $500 per adult, $300 per child for the filming day
• Additional $500 per person if final footage is used in the commercial
• Paid opportunity with potential earnings up to $3,600+

Now Casting Male Soccer Coach, Napoleon, and British General for Software Campaign in Toronto

Job Description
A high-profile software campaign is seeking a real male soccer coach, a French-speaking actor to play Napoleon, and a British-accented actor to portray a general. This is a paid, non-union project filming in Toronto, offering a fantastic opportunity for performers to showcase their talents in a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-energy performance suited to the role assigned
• Follow production team directions to bring authenticity to the character
• Soccer coach: Give a motivational locker room speech to players
• Napoleon & British General: Sit on a horse during the shoot (horse trainer will be on set for safety)
• Maintain professionalism and engagement throughout filming

Requirements

• Male Soccer Coach:
  • Age 40-60, fit build
  • Real coaching experience preferred (soccer preferred, but other sports considered)
  • Must be able to deliver an inspiring speech (Think Ted Lasso or Ricky Abbott)
• Napoleon (French Speaker):
  • Male, late 30s-50s
  • French-speaking preferred, but not mandatory
  • Must be comfortable sitting on a horse (no allergies or fears)
  • Wig may be provided for accuracy, height is not a major concern
• British General (Speaking Role):
  • Male, white, late 30s-50s
  • Must have a real British accent or be able to fake one convincingly
  • Must be comfortable sitting on a horse (no allergies or fears)

Compensation

• Soccer Coach: $5,675.00
• Napoleon & British General: $6,275.00 (risk fee included)
• Buyout includes all edits, lifts, and versions
• Paid one-day shoot with professional production exposure

Casting Call: Musicians for Alcohol Brand Commercial in Toronto

Job Description
An alcohol brand commercial is seeking talented musicians aged 25-55 to star in a professionally directed production in Toronto. This non-union opportunity allows musicians to showcase their personality and skills on camera, with no prior acting experience required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed commercial for a leading alcohol brand.
• Follow direction from the production team to deliver a compelling performance.
• Exhibit confidence, charisma, and authenticity while being filmed.

Requirements

• Must be 25 years or older.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Available to film in Toronto.
• Submit an audition video as part of the application process.
• Outgoing personality and comfort in front of the camera.
• Availability for wardrobe fittings and potential shoot days if selected.

Compensation

• Earn $675 to $26,775+ for one day of filming.
• All shortlisted candidates must be available for auditions, wardrobe fittings, and potential filming days