Jobs in Toronto, Ontario

Ethnic Male Looters for Television Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television series is casting an ethnic male background actor to portray a looter in an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking physically fit performers who can work comfortably outdoors and help create realistic action-driven scenes.

This is a paid background acting opportunity for local talent interested in gaining experience on a professional television production. Selected performers should be prepared for outdoor filming conditions and extended production days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a looter in background scenes for a television series
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Participate in outdoor filming activities
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout production
• Arrive prepared for wardrobe and filming requirements
• Be available for the full production schedule if selected

Requirements

• Ethnic male talent only
• Must not have previously worked on or be booked for future work on this production
• Non-union performers or AABP members eligible
• Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor filming
• Able to work in summer weather conditions
• Must provide and apply personal sunscreen during filming
• Reliable transportation required
• Local talent preferred

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience working on a television production
• Opportunity to work alongside industry professionals
• Build television and on-set experience
• Potential consideration for future background casting opportunities

Party Scene Commercial Background Talent

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking Caucasian men and women to portray partygoers in a post-party scene. Selected talent will appear as individuals asleep on the floor or in a corner following a party gathering. This paid commercial opportunity is filming in downtown Toronto and is ideal for performers interested in commercial and background acting work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a party guest in a commercial production
• Perform as someone resting or asleep after a party scene
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Be available for the full production schedule

Requirements

• Caucasian men and women
• Ages 26–33
• Non-union talent only
• Comfortable portraying a sleeping partygoer on camera
• Available to work in downtown Toronto
• Able to commit to a full filming day

Compensation

• $300 flat rate
• 10-hour workday plus 1-hour lunch
• Overtime paid if applicable
• Professional commercial production experience

Law & Order Tech Office Employees

Job Description

A hit television crime drama is seeking fresh faces to portray tech office employees in an upcoming scene filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are looking for non-union performers in their late 20s to early 30s who can authentically fit into a modern corporate environment inspired by leading technology companies. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers to gain on-set experience on a major television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray tech office employees in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic corporate workplace atmosphere on set

Requirements

• Non-union performers only
• AABP members eligible
• Must be in late 20s to early 30s age range
• New faces only; applicants must not have previously worked on this production
• Able to portray modern tech professionals in an office environment
• Must be available to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour
• Opportunity to work on a major television series
• Valuable on-set experience and industry exposur

Female Villainess for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is casting a female actor to portray a lead villainess character. This speaking role offers an opportunity for a strong on-camera performer to bring confidence, charisma, and presence to a featured commercial project.

Casting directors are seeking a talented actress who can deliver dialogue naturally and convincingly. The role includes a small number of speaking lines and requires fluent English with a neutral accent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead villainess character in a commercial production
• Deliver scripted dialogue on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in all required filming activities
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 30–49
• Caucasian appearance
• Fluent English speaker with no accent
• Strong on-camera presence and acting ability
• Comfortable performing a lead character role
• Reliable and able to follow production direction
• Available for filming as scheduled

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Paid commercial opportunity
• Lead speaking role
• Professional production experience

Job Description

A music video production is seeking talented dance groups and choreography crews to appear in an upcoming Afrobeats music video for Mzkiss x Slimcase. The production is looking for energetic performers who can deliver strong stage presence, synchronized routines, and dynamic on-camera performances that match the high-energy feel of the track.

This opportunity is ideal for established dance crews and skilled dancers experienced in Afrobeat-inspired performance styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed dance routines for a professional music video production.
• Collaborate with the creative team to achieve the desired visual style and energy.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Demonstrate strong synchronization and group performance skills.
• Deliver engaging, camera-ready performances throughout production.

Requirements

• Dance groups and choreography crews preferred.
• Strong synchronization and stage presence.
• Experience in Afrobeat, Afrofusion, Amapiano, hip-hop, commercial dance, or related styles.
• Comfortable learning and performing choreography on camera.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a dance team.
• Must submit:
  • Dance group name (if applicable).
  • Number of dancers.
  • Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube links.
  • Previous performance videos.
  • Current location and availability.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be discussed with selected dancers and crews.
• Selected applicants will be contacted regarding role details and availability.

CIA Agent for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a Caucasian male actor to portray a CIA agent in a featured lead role. Casting directors are looking for talent with a professional appearance, strong screen presence, and fluent English with no accent. This role includes a small amount of dialogue and offers an excellent opportunity to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a CIA agent in commercial scenes
• Deliver one to two scripted lines naturally and confidently
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 30–50
• Fluent English speaker with no accent
• Strong on-camera presence and acting ability
• Comfortable performing a lead role with dialogue
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

• $400 flat rate

Hospital Visitors, Patients, and Medical Staff Background Roles

Job Description

A television production is seeking background actors to portray hospital visitors, patients, orderlies, doctors, and ER doctors in upcoming medical scenes. Casting directors are looking for dependable performers who can help create an authentic hospital environment. This opportunity is open to talent who have not previously appeared on the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray hospital visitors, patients, medical staff, and healthcare professionals
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Participate in hospital and emergency room scenes
• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for production requirements

Requirements

• Male and female background actors
• Visitor roles: one male and one female
• Patient role: talent comfortable portraying a wheelchair patient
• Orderly role: male talent
• Doctor roles: male talent
• ER doctor roles: male talent
• Must not have previously appeared on the production
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions
• Available for filming in Toronto

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work in realistic hospital and medical scenes

Tanned Woman for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female performer of any ethnicity to portray a featured character in an upcoming project. This speaking role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for a confident performer who is comfortable appearing in swimwear and can bring a strong on-camera presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 20–30
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Must be comfortable appearing in a bikini
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Reporter for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a female performer of any ethnicity to portray a reporter in a featured speaking role. This role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for someone with a confident, professional on-camera presence who can authentically portray a news reporter.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a reporter in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 20–40
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Confident and professional on-screen presence
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Lead Party Women for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking two female performers of any ethnicity to portray lead party women in an upcoming project. This featured speaking role includes a small amount of dialogue and requires talent who can deliver lines naturally with fluent English and no noticeable accent. Casting directors are looking for confident, charismatic performers who can bring energy and authenticity to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead party guest in a commercial production
• Deliver one to two lines of dialogue naturally and professionally
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 35–50
• Fluent English speaker
• No noticeable accent
• Comfortable performing a speaking role on camera
• Confident and engaging on-screen presence
• Reliable and professional

Compensation

• $500 flat rate
• Featured speaking role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team