Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Conversation Participants for Speech Technology Research Project

Job Description

A paid speech technology research project is seeking participants in Vancouver, British Columbia, to have natural conversations with another person while helping improve speech recognition and interpretive technology. The project supports technology that processes and understands different ways people speak, including applications related to accessibility and assistive technology. This is not a voice-cloning or generative AI project, and participants’ voices will not be used to create synthetic performances. Acting or technology experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in natural, unscripted conversations with another person.
• Speak clearly and authentically during recorded research sessions.
• Help researchers improve technology designed to recognize and interpret human speech.
• Follow session instructions provided by the research team.
• Participate professionally throughout sessions lasting approximately 4–8 hours.

Requirements

• Comfortable having natural conversations with another person.
• No acting experience required.
• No AI or technology background required.
• Able to communicate naturally during extended recording sessions.
• Must be able to participate in projects based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Compensation

• Up to $125 per hour.
• Paid projects generally run 4–8 hours, with most sessions lasting approximately 8 hours.

Models for Marc Jacobs Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A Marc Jacobs commercial campaign is seeking models and real people with authentic personalities for an upcoming fashion advertising project. Casting is looking for distinctive individuals who can bring confidence, individuality, and a genuine on-camera presence to the campaign. This paid modeling opportunity is ideal for talent interested in working with a globally recognized fashion brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for a Marc Jacobs commercial campaign.
• Showcase an authentic personality and individual style on camera.
• Participate in fashion-focused commercial photography or video content.
• Follow creative direction from the campaign production team.
• Bring confidence, personality, and natural energy to the project.

Requirements

• Models and real people are encouraged to apply.
• Authentic and distinctive personalities.
• Strong, confident on-camera presence.
• Comfortable participating in a professional fashion campaign.
• Able to follow creative and modeling direction.

Compensation

• $3,500 per project.

Job Description

Studio 16 Entertainment is seeking experienced piano bar entertainers for cruise ship performance opportunities around the world. The company is looking for engaging live performers who can combine strong piano and vocal ability with the personality and confidence needed to entertain guests throughout an evening. Ideal performers should be comfortable reading the room, taking song requests, interacting naturally with audiences, and adjusting their set to keep the energy moving.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live piano and vocal sets for cruise ship guests.
• Take and perform audience song requests.
• Read the room and adapt performances to audience energy.
• Engage confidently and professionally with guests.
• Maintain an entertaining atmosphere throughout each performance.
• Perform songs from a broad English-language repertoire.

Requirements

• Strong piano skills and vocal ability.
• Broad English-language song repertoire.
• Solid professional live performance experience.
• Confident interacting directly with guests and taking requests.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.
• Cruise ship performance opportunities are available internationally.

Job Description

“Dinner with a Side of Murder: Mystery of the Murdered Mobster” is casting multiple actors and interactive performers for an original dinner-theater production set in Chicago in 1940. The story begins after Angelo Marconi, the owner of Angelo’s Italian Restaurant and a suspected crime boss, is murdered. His family, associates, employees, and other suspicious characters gather for the reading of his will, turning the evening into an interactive murder mystery. The production is seeking performers for roles ranging from members of the Marconi family and rival mob connections to police, restaurant employees, and security. The production will be presented at The Burton Leavitt Theatre in Connecticut, with rehearsals held twice weekly once they begin.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned character in the 1940s murder mystery production.
• Develop a convincing character appropriate to the period, storyline, and assigned role.
• Perform scripted scenes and work collaboratively with the ensemble.
• Remain in character throughout interactive portions of the dinner-theater experience.
• Supporting roles may mingle with guests and deliver verbal clues based on a provided outline.

Requirements

• Rocco Marconi: Male, approximately 40–50. Angelo’s younger brother and right-hand man. Tall, dark, handsome, and known to have a temper.
• Maria Marconi: Female, approximately 40. Angelo’s second wife. Attractive and appears to be mourning her husband.
• Gino Lombardi: Male, approximately 50–65. Accountant for the family business and a longtime friend of Angelo who stays away from its violent side.
• Angela “Angel” Marconi: Female, 20–29. Angelo’s daughter from his first marriage. Young, pretty, rebellious, and a party girl who frequents the best nightclubs.
• Mickey O’Toole: Male, approximately 25–35. Angel’s boyfriend and the son of a rival gang leader. Good-looking, young, rebellious, cocky, and brash. An Irish accent may be required.
• Burt Westwood: Male, approximately 40–65. Police captain who is bureaucratic and somewhat self-important but understands police business and has connections.
• Aldo: Male, approximately 55–65. Maître d’ and manager of Angelo’s restaurant. Well-dressed, professional, and loyal to the restaurant and family.
• Two Henchmen: Approximately 30–50. Professional bodyguard/security types who are well-dressed and comfortable portraying intimidating security characters.
• Waitresses: Adult performers of any age. Professionally presented and comfortable mingling with guests in costume while discreetly delivering verbal clues.
• Additional Restaurant Staff: Adult performers of any age for roles including coat check girl, doorman, and bartenders. Must be comfortable interacting with guests and potentially delivering clues.
• Interactive supporting performers should be comfortable improvising from a provided outline.
• Must be able to participate in the production’s rehearsal schedule.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.

Job Description

A spec commercial is seeking a female performer to portray the daughter in an independently produced family portfolio project in Scarborough, Ontario. The story captures a family of four celebrating their son’s graduation together around their backyard pool. The selected performer will appear alongside actors portraying the father, mother, and son, helping create natural and believable family interactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the daughter in the family-centered spec commercial.
• Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
• Perform natural interactions with the other family characters.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female performer able to portray the family’s daughter.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
• Able to work collaboratively with other performers.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A collaborative spec commercial is casting a female performer to portray the mother in a family-focused portfolio project in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial centers on a family of four gathering in their backyard to celebrate their son’s graduation by the pool. The production is seeking someone who can bring a natural, believable family presence to the commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother in the family-centered commercial.
• Perform naturally alongside the father, son, and daughter characters.
• Participate in backyard and poolside celebration scenes.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female performer able to portray a mother.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
• Able to deliver natural and believable on-camera interactions.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A spec commercial is seeking a male performer to portray the son in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The story follows a family of four celebrating the son’s graduation by the pool in their backyard. The son plays a central part in the commercial and must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool during filming. The selected performer will also participate in a second shoot alongside the actor portraying the father.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the graduating son in the spec commercial.
• Perform naturally in family celebration scenes.
• Participate in poolside scenes and jump into a swimming pool as required.
• Participate in an additional shoot with the actor portraying the father.
• Follow direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Male performer able to portray the family’s son.
• Must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
• Must be available for the main shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

A spec commercial is casting a male performer to portray the father in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial follows a family of four celebrating their son’s graduation together by the backyard pool. This is a collaborative, independently funded production intended to create strong portfolio material for everyone involved. The selected performer will participate in the main family shoot as well as an additional shoot featuring the father and son.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the father in a family-focused spec commercial.
• Perform naturally alongside actors portraying the mother, son, and daughter.
• Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
• Return for an additional shoot involving the father and son.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male performer able to portray a father.
• Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
• Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
• Must be available for both the primary shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.

Compensation

• Very low-budget collaborative project.
• Food provided.
• Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.

Job Description

An open model call is seeking aspiring and experienced models in New York City for an upcoming fashion opportunity. The casting is open to a broad range of talent, making it suitable for newcomers looking to enter modeling as well as experienced models interested in expanding their opportunities. Models of different sizes, races, and genders are encouraged to attend. Applicants should be comfortable presenting themselves professionally in a live model-call environment and come prepared in appropriate model attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend an in-person open model call in New York City.
• Present yourself professionally to the casting team.
• Participate in the model evaluation and selection process.
• Follow instructions provided by the casting team during the call.
• Be prepared to demonstrate confidence and presence as a model.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Open to all sizes.
• Open to all races.
• Open to all genders.
• Beginners and experienced models are welcome.
• Arrive in appropriate model attire.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.

Ice Cream Taster and Food Trend Scout

Job Description

A unique paid opportunity is seeking a food-loving trend scout and ice cream taster to help discover emerging flavors, cultural trends, and consumer interests. The selected candidate will explore what people are eating, drinking, sharing, and talking about while conducting sensory evaluations of dairy-based ice cream products. This three-month independent contractor role is ideal for an outgoing, curious creator with strong social instincts and a passion for food, culture, branding, and trend discovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Track food and flavor trends across global markets.
• Identify culturally relevant and socially engaging food trends.
• Report insights on what consumers are eating, drinking, sharing, and discussing.
• Conduct tastings and create social-friendly content around the experience.
• Evaluate ice cream based on taste, aroma, texture, and other sensory qualities.
• Contribute ideas for new flavors and marketing concepts.
• Participate in team check-ins to discuss trends, discoveries, and findings.
• Help influence future flavor development and campaign direction.

Requirements

• Deep interest in food, culture, flavors, and trend discovery.
• Strong understanding of social media and emerging cultural trends.
• Comfortable documenting and communicating findings.
• Outgoing, curious, and creative personality.
• Must be able to taste and perform sensory evaluations of dairy-based ice cream products.
• English-speaking; additional languages are a plus.
• Interest in entrepreneurship, brand building, or product development is a plus.
• Open to creators and applicants from non-traditional professional backgrounds.
• Must be available for a three-month independent contractor engagement.

Compensation

• $10,000 per month.
• Three-month independent contractor engagement.