CASTING NOTICE
GARBAGE HILL
GARBAGE HILL- LEADS AND SERIES REGULAR ROLES
Seeking: INDIGENOUS TALENT who resides in CANADA for LEADING & SERIES REGULAR ROLES in a NEW SERIES
TALENT MUST BE DOUBLE VACCINATED FOR COVID 19
SEEKING TALENT ACROSS CANADA OR THE STATES BUT THEY MUST BE A CANADIAN CITIZEN
Details
Project: GARBAGE HILL
Episodic– 6 x 30 minute
Live-action scripted series, Comedy
Frantic Films, Pier 21 Films
Network: Bell Media/Crave
ACTRA
Tentative Outside Filming Dates: June 12 – July 14, 2023
Tentative Rehearsal Outside Dates: Around May 29th- June 9, 2023
Location: Winnipeg
AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS AND FULL CHARACTER DESCRIPTION:
Note: This is a coming-of-age comedy
Tone: For reference- an Indigenous “Booksmart” meets “Dazed and Confused”
OPTION: ONLY THE ROLES OF VIOLET AND HARLEY WILL BE UNDER A 3 YEAR OPTION
Garbage Hill features urban Indigenous characters. Some characters are written with specific backgrounds. However, all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit performers are welcome to apply.
[HARLEY SCHUMACK]
Female, Indigenous – Anishininew. 19 years old.
Harley is the Jonah Hill to Violet’s Michael Cera in Superbad. She can be loud and overbearing but there’s never a dull moment with her. She’s a good friend under all of her bravado and really sees herself as sensitive Violet’s protector. Always the tough guy, Harley will never put herself out there or show vulnerability-the polar opposite of heart-on-her sleeve BFF Violet. She has a lot of things to face, and she’ll have to decide how long she’s going to be a lightning rod for chaos. SERIES LEAD
– HARLEY WILL BE UNDER A 1+ 3-YEAR OPTION
[VIOLET FOSTER]
Female, Indigenous – Anishinaabe. 18 years old.
For intelligent and sensitive Violet, school has always been her comfort zone. And she’s excelled- she was even the class valedictorian and earned a scholarship to attend a fancy school in the fall. She’s got big plans to be a doctor. But Violet’s got an artistic side that’s about to become undeniable. Violet has a love at first sight with music (after an encounter with the dynamic frontwoman, Showboat Shaw) that hits her like a ton of bricks. And it’s that moment that will change the trajectory of her summer and her life. SERIES LEAD
– VIOLET WILL BE UNDER A 1+ 3 YEAR OPTION
[CARMIE ‘SHOWBOAT’ SHAW]
Female, Afro-Anishnaabe. 20 years old. LGBTQI2S.
Showboat is a talented, magnetic, natural performer. Music is her life, her survival, her self-expression. She’s hard working, ambitious and eager to experience a world beyond Winnipeg where she feels she can flourish as an artist. Emotionally intelligent, her relationship with Violet begins as a mentorship and grows into a true artistic partnership. She will find a musical match, a lightening in a bottle collaboration with Violet that will change the course of their summer and their lives. SERIES REGULAR
[PARASITE]
19, Indigenous.
Parasite is Jay’s eccentric little brother. He’s a rugged backyard wrestler with dreams of making it to the WWF. In stark contract from his ring persona, Parasite is an honest, sensitive, genuine young man who wears his heart on his sleeve. He strikes up a meaningful friendship with Cousin Cheryl when she agrees to be his manager. SERIES REGULAR
[COUSIN CHERYL]
19, Indigenous – Nêhiyaw / Ininew. LGBTQI2S.
Cousin Cheryl is the spark that brings everyone together. She is a sharp, natural entrepreneur. She’s the kind of person who always knows a guy who knows a guy, is connected, and gets things done. She keeps friends from taking themselves too seriously, with an inherent wild-mind wisdom that is both confusing but important to follow. She can seem aloof causing people to underestimate her. SERIES REGULAR
[MICKEY PARKS]
Female, 18, Indigenous.
Chaos magnet Mickey Parks is walking, talking dynamite always ready to go off. On the surface she seems like nothing more than a bully but there’s much more to her than meets the eye. Adopted into a very wealthy family, Mickey is frustrated and isolated as she straddles multiple worlds that she doesn’t quite fit into. Mickey is a loyal friend, a ride or die, a delicate, unruly soul with the heart to match. SERIES REGULAR
Series Overview: Indigenous best friends Violet and Harley navigate the complexities of growing up and growing apart in 2000s Winnipeg as they grapple with their uncertain futures the summer after high school.
Storyline: Logline: In 2000s Winnipeg, Indigenous best friends Violet and Harley grapple with their uncertain futures the summer after high school.
Synopsis: GARBAGE HILL is a ½ hour comedy set in Winnipeg circa 2000 and follows Indigenous BFFs Violet and Harley enjoying the freedom of their last summer after high school in town. Rowdy Harley tears the city up with her hijinks and falls for older guy, Jay, while nerdy and aspiring doctor Violet surprises everyone when she puts on a leather jacket and starts a garage band with Carmie “Showboat” Shaw. Secrets build, loyalty is challenged, hearts are broken. It’s not long until the childhood friends don’t recognize each other anymore
Rate: ACTRA IPA
Related jobs:
Job Description
A production is seeking actors and actresses for a vacation-themed self-tape training project. Selected participants will appear in still photos, video clips, and footage demonstrating actors recording self-tape auditions while on vacation. The content will be used for training modules and educational materials related to self-tape auditioning.
Talent will participate in acting-related scenarios that showcase the process of creating self-tape auditions in a camping or vacation environment. This is a non-union project.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in staged self-tape audition recording scenarios.
- Perform in vacation and camping-themed acting segments.
- Follow creative direction and production instructions during filming.
- Appear in promotional still photographs and video footage.
- Collaborate with the production team to capture educational training content.
Requirements
- Open to actors and actresses ages 16–70.
- Must be comfortable appearing in self-tape training footage and still photography.
- Must be willing to follow all production instructions and guidelines.
- Applicants from London, Ontario, Komoka, St. Thomas, Aylmer, and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.
- Previous acting experience is not required but is considered an asset.
- Must submit a headshot or head-and-shoulders selfie against a plain background.
- Must include a brief summary introducing yourself and your interest in participating.
- Resumes and acting experience may be submitted but are optional.
Compensation Details
- This is a non-paid opportunity.
- Selected participants will receive IMDb credits for their involvement in the project.
Job Description
A student-produced pilot episode titled The Reservation is casting lead actors for a dark comedy and psychological drama project. Produced by film students at George Brown College, the standalone pilot serves as a proof of concept for a larger series featuring complex characters and ongoing storylines.
The story follows an engaged couple whose invitation to an exclusive hidden restaurant transforms an elegant evening into a tense and emotionally charged confrontation as secrets and buried tensions begin to surface.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a principal character in a scripted pilot episode.
- Deliver emotionally nuanced and character-driven performances.
- Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
- Attend rehearsals and scheduled production days as required.
- Help bring a psychologically layered and dramatic narrative to life.
Requirements
Mia (Lead)
- Female, late 20s.
- Ambitious, composed, and perceptive.
- Able to portray a character who maintains control while avoiding emotional conflict.
- Strong dramatic acting skills preferred.
Tom (Lead)
- Male, early to mid-30s.
- Sensitive and emotionally complex.
- Able to balance humor with vulnerability.
- Strong emotional range required.
Evelyn (Lead)
- Female, early to mid-30s.
- Warm yet subtly unsettling presence.
- Intelligent, observant, and calculated.
- Strong screen presence and character work required.
Submission Requirements
Please submit:
- Headshot
- Acting résumé
- Demo reel (if available)
Compensation Details
- Unpaid opportunity.
- Non-union student production.
- Meals provided.
- Valuable portfolio-building and on-set experience.
TV Series Open Casting Call
Job Description
A hit television series is now holding an open casting call for fresh faces and non-union performers in the Greater Toronto Area. Casting directors are seeking talented individuals interested in joining the upcoming third season of a popular comedy-style production.
This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and performers looking to gain television experience and work on a professional scripted series production.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in casting auditions and production opportunities
- Perform scripted scenes and follow creative direction
- Collaborate with cast members and production teams on set
- Maintain professionalism during rehearsals and filming
- Be available for potential filming schedules if selected
Requirements
- Must be a non-union performer
- Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area
- Must be legally able to work in Canada
- Open to fresh faces and aspiring talent
- Comfortable working on a television production set
- Previous acting experience is a plus but not required
Compensation
- Opportunity to appear in a television series production
- Professional on-set experience and industry exposure
- Networking opportunities with casting and production professionals
- Portfolio and resume-building opportunity
Male and Female Stand-Ins Needed for Upcoming TV Series
Job Description
A new television series is now casting male and female stand-ins for filming in Winnipeg, Manitoba and surrounding areas. Casting directors are seeking talent who closely match specific measurements for production needs. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in behind-the-scenes television work and gaining professional on-set experience with a major upcoming series.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a stand-in for principal actors during production setup
- Work closely with the camera and lighting departments
- Follow detailed direction from the production crew
- Maintain consistency and professionalism throughout filming
- Be available for the full filming schedule if selected
Requirements
- One male stand-in and one female stand-in needed
- Must closely match production measurements
- Must be available for the entire filming range
- Ability to work professionally on a television production set
- Must be local to Winnipeg, Manitoba or surrounding areas
Compensation
- Paid stand-in opportunity for a television series
- Gain valuable behind-the-scenes production experience
Indigenous Background Performers for Untitled TV Series
Job Description
A union television series is now casting paid Indigenous background performers for multiple roles in Winnipeg and East Selkirk. Casting directors are seeking performers of all ages, including children, adults, and elders, for an upcoming TV production.
This production is prioritizing ACTRA members, though non-union Indigenous performers may still apply and be considered if union talent is unavailable. The series offers paid opportunities for performers interested in gaining television production experience in a professional union environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as background talent in a television series
- Follow on-set direction from the production and casting teams
- Participate in scenes requiring authentic and natural performances
- Maintain professionalism and punctuality during filming
- Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production days
Requirements
- All roles are for Indigenous performers
- ACTRA members preferred
- Non-union performers may also apply
- Must be a Manitoba resident
- Must have a Manitoba address and file taxes in Manitoba
- Seeking:
- Children ages 12+
- Adults of various ages
- Elders
- Comfortable working in a television production environment
Compensation
- Paid television background roles
- Minimum pay of $284.50 plus possible overtime
South Asian Female Performer Casting Call for ACTRA Shoot
Job Description
An ACTRA production shooting in Hamilton is now casting a South Asian female performer for a paid professional project. Casting directors are seeking talented union performers available for the scheduled shoot date. This is a great opportunity for experienced actors looking to work on a professional ACTRA production.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a professional ACTRA production
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams
- Participate in scheduled filming in Hamilton
- Maintain professionalism on set throughout production
- Collaborate with cast and crew during filming
Requirements
- South Asian female performer
- Must be an ACTRA member
- Must be available for filming in Hamilton
- Prior on-camera acting experience preferred
- Professional attitude and reliability required
Compensation
- Paid ACTRA production opportunity
- Professional union production experience
- Opportunity to work with an established production team
- On-set exposure and networking opportunities
Indigenous Child Actors Casting Call for Training Video
Job Description
A non-union early childhood education training video is now casting Indigenous child actors for paid roles. Production is seeking young performers to appear in educational scenes for a professionally produced training project. This opportunity is ideal for families looking to introduce children to on-camera acting experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in filmed scenes for an educational training video
- Follow simple on-set direction from the production team
- Work alongside cast members in a professional filming environment
- Be available for both filming dates
- Maintain positive energy and professionalism on set
Requirements
- Indigenous child actors ages 3–5
- Comfortable on camera and working with a production crew
- Parent or guardian required for participation
- Must be available for all filming dates
- Non-union talent only
Compensation
- $200 per day
- $400 total per role
- Paid non-union acting opportunity
- Professional on-set experience for young performers
Indigenous Child Actors for Early Childhood Education Training Video
Job Description
A non-union production is now casting Indigenous child actors for an early childhood education training video. Casting directors are seeking three children ages 3–6 for paid roles in a project focused on educational content. This opportunity is open to all genders and is ideal for families looking to introduce young talent to on-camera work.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in filming for an educational training video
- Follow simple on-set direction with parent or guardian support
- Attend both scheduled filming days
- Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude during production
- Work alongside the production team in a child-friendly environment
Requirements
- Indigenous children ages 3–6
- Open to all genders
- Must be available for both filming dates
- Parent or guardian must be available for production coordination
- Comfortable participating in a professional filming environment
- No previous acting experience required
Compensation
- $200 per filming day
- $400 total per role
- Paid non-union production opportunity
- Gain on-camera experience in an educational project
Casting Call for Male Actors – 1950s Military Role
Job Description
A period production is now casting male actors to portray military recruits in a 1950s setting. The role requires authenticity, professionalism, and attention to historical detail, ideal for performers who can embody the disciplined and confident look of the era.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray a 1950s military recruit with accurate posture, movement, and demeanor.
-
Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver realistic performances.
-
Maintain readiness for an early call time and follow all on-set directions.
Requirements
-
Male actors, ages 18–35.
-
Must be ACTRA or AABP eligible.
-
Must fit wardrobe sizes: Jacket 44–46, Pants 34/36/38, Boot 12–13 (possibly 11).
-
Must have short military-style hair.
-
Submit a current selfie and full-length photo, along with name, age, union status, phone number, and complete sizes.
-
Indicate if you have previously appeared in “Dreamland.”
Compensation
-
Paid role at industry-standard rates.
Female Security Guard Role for Production “Vladimir”
Job Description
A production is seeking a female performer to portray a security guard in the upcoming project Vladimir. This role requires specific wardrobe sizing, and a shuttle will be available for transportation to the filming location in Brantford.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray a security guard in scripted scenes
-
Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting prior to filming
-
Follow direction from the production team to achieve a professional on-screen performance
Requirements
-
Female performer, ages 30s–40s
-
Height: 5’9
-
Bust: 38–40
-
Waist: 36–38
-
Hip: 42
-
Dress size: 12
-
Pant size: 12/14
-
Shoe size: 11
-
Must be available for fitting in Mississauga and filming in Brantford
Compensation
Paid opportunity
Mikayla – Child Role in “The Bank Teller” (Mini-Series)
Job Description:
We are casting for the role of Mikayla, a significant child role in the mini-series, The Bank Teller. Mikayla is a young girl, aged between 8 to 10 years old, of African descent. This character is key to the storyline, and we are looking for a talented young actress who can bring authenticity, innocence, and emotional depth to the role. All applicants must be able to speak with a general American accent.
Job Responsibilities:
- Character Portrayal: Play Mikayla with charm and sincerity, reflecting the emotions and experiences of a young child in the story.
- Collaboration: Work well with the director, co-stars, and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
- Dialogue Delivery: Ensure lines are delivered naturally and with the required emotion, appropriate to the character’s age and situation.
- Adaptability: Be open to direction and capable of adjusting performance based on the director’s feedback.
Requirements:
- Experience: Open to ACTRA and ACTRA Apprentice members. Prior acting experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
- Accent: Must perform with a general American accent.
- Appearance: Female, Black, aged 8-10 years.
- Location: Quebec locals only (applicants must reside in or near Quebec as the shoot will take place in this area).
- Parental Consent: Since this is a child role, parental consent and presence on set are required for all shoot days.
Compensation:
- Rate: $150 per episode (ACTRA MIP).
- Episodes: 4-episode series.
Casting Call: Female Pool Shark Body Double for Eyewear Campaign
Job Description: We are casting a highly skilled female pool player to serve as a body double for an actress in an upcoming eyewear campaign. The selected candidate will perform in scenes that require advanced pool-playing skills, ensuring the shots appear seamless and professional. While this role involves a body double, the focus will be on skillful execution rather than recognizable features. The ideal candidate will closely match the height and complexion of our lead actress and be confident performing in a lively party atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the body double for the actress, executing advanced pool shots during the campaign shoot.
- Confidently handle a pool stick, align shots accurately, and execute them flawlessly in front of a crowd.
- Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure the visual continuity between the actress and the body double.
- Maintain professionalism and follow directions to achieve the desired results for the campaign.
Requirements:
- Female, aged 25-40.
- Height: 5’8” to 5’10”.
- Medium brown complexion (please refer to the photo in the casting notice for reference).
- Must be a highly skilled pool player, capable of performing advanced shots with confidence.
- Comfortable performing in a dynamic environment surrounded by party onlookers.
- Experience in similar roles is a plus but not required.
- Must be available to shoot in Toronto.
Compensation:
- Pay: $3,000 if selected.
- This is a non-union campaign.


