Jobs in Toronto, Ontario

Police Escorts for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking two male background actors of any ethnicity to portray police escorts in an upcoming project. Casting directors are looking for reliable performers who can bring authenticity and professionalism to law enforcement-related scenes. This is a paid background acting opportunity for talent interested in working on a commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police escorts in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Arrive prepared and on time for production
• Work professionally in a fast-paced set environment

Requirements

• Male talent
• Any ethnicity
• Ages 20–40
• Non-union performers
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement personnel on camera
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• $300 flat rate
• Paid commercial background role
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an experienced production team

Japanese Gangster Types for TV Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking male performers to portray Japanese gangster types in an upcoming project filming in North York. Casting directors are looking for talent who can authentically represent the look and presence of organized crime characters for featured scenes. This is a paid opportunity for performers interested in working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Japanese gangster character on camera
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Work professionally and collaboratively on set

Requirements

• Male talent
• Must be able to portray a Japanese gangster type
• Open to ACTRA, AABP, and non-union performers
• Comfortable performing in a television production environment
• Reliable and available for filming in North York
• Professional attitude and on-set conduct

Compensation

• $36 per hour
• ACTRA rate applies where applicable
• Paid television production opportunity
• Professional on-set experience

Upscale Talent for Television Production

Job Description

A television production is seeking upscale background talent for an upcoming filming opportunity. Casting directors are looking for two male and two female performers, including ethnic talent, to portray sophisticated and polished individuals in featured background scenes. This is a great opportunity for experienced union performers interested in working on a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray upscale background characters on camera
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Present a polished and professional appearance
• Arrive prepared and ready for the scheduled call time

Requirements

• Non-union or AABP talent
• Must not have worked on the production this season or be booked for future dates
• Seeking 2 males and 2 females
• Ethnically diverse talent encouraged to apply
• Must be able to portray an upscale, sophisticated look
• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• Paid television production opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work with an established production team
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Sports League Commercial Extras

Job Description

A sports league commercial is seeking male background actors to appear in a paid commercial filming in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are looking for athletic individuals who can authentically portray football players and sports-related talent on camera. This is a great opportunity for performers with athletic experience, especially those with a football background, to work on a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray athletes and sports league participants in commercial scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in football-themed and sports-related sequences
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming
• Help create an authentic sports environment on screen

Requirements

• Male
• Ages 20–40
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be 6’0″ or taller
• Athletic build required
• Football experience is a plus
• Must be available to work in Austin, Texas
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• $400 for up to 10 hours of work
• Approximately $40 per hour
• Non-union commercial
• Professional commercial production experience

Lead Male Role for Commercial

Job Description

A non-union commercial production is seeking a Caucasian male actor for a lead role. This speaking role requires a performer with strong communication skills and fluent English with no noticeable accent. The production is looking for a professional and reliable actor who can deliver a short scripted performance with confidence and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead speaking role in a commercial
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and clearly
• Follow direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming
• Collaborate with cast and crew to achieve the desired performance

Requirements

• Caucasian male
• Ages 60–70
• Fluent English speaker with no accent
• Strong on-camera presence
• Comfortable performing a speaking role
• Reliable and professional
• Available for the scheduled production date

Compensation

• $400 flat rate
• Lead role in a commercial production
• Speaking role with featured screen time
• Professional on-set experience

Small Business Owners for Financial Campaign Demo

Job Description

A financial campaign is seeking real small business owners for a paid commercial-style demo project. Production is looking for passionate entrepreneurs who are proud of the businesses they have built and are comfortable sharing their experiences, insights, and reactions on camera. This opportunity is open to business owners from a variety of industries and does not require previous on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a financial campaign demo project
• Share authentic experiences as a small business owner on camera
• Participate in interviews and filmed segments
• Follow direction from the production team
• Attend the scheduled shoot date and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be a real small business owner
• Comfortable speaking about your business on camera
• Must be an Ontario resident
• Non-union talent only
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is not required
• Businesses may be from industries including:
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Contracting
  • Realty
  • Professional Services
  • Law Firms
  • Accounting Firms
• Must be available for a half-day shoot during the production window

Compensation

• $1,700+
• Featured role in a financial campaign
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to promote your entrepreneurial story
• Half-day shoot commitment

Church Crowd Extras for TV Series

Job Description

A television production is seeking attractive new faces to portray church crowd members in an upcoming scene. This background acting opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain professional on-set experience while contributing to a realistic community gathering environment. Production is seeking talent with a wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance for this featured crowd scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a church attendee in background scenes
• Follow direction from assistant directors and production staff
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming
• Help create an authentic church community atmosphere
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule

Requirements

• Ages 25–55
• Open to diverse talent and white talent as specified by production needs
• Must be a new face who has not previously appeared on the production
• Attractive, wholesome, Hallmark-style appearance
• Men must be clean-shaven with no facial hair
• Must be available to work in the Gilford/Innisfil area
• ACTRA Apprentice or Full ACTRA members only
• Reliable and able to follow on-set direction

Compensation

• Paid television background role
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to work on an established TV series
• Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Identical Latina Twin Girls for Popular TV Series

Job Description

A popular television series is casting identical Latina twin girls for a recurring actor role. This exciting TV casting opportunity is seeking twins who can portray a featured character across multiple filming days. The production is looking for talented young performers who closely resemble one another and are ready to gain experience on a professional television set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a television series
• Participate in filming across multiple production days
• Follow direction from the production team and directors
• Maintain professionalism on set
• Attend all scheduled filming dates as required

Requirements

• Identical Latina twin girls
• Ages 6–8
• Must be legally 6 years old or older
• Twins must closely resemble each other
• Comfortable working on a professional television production
• Available for multiple filming dates
• Parent or guardian must be available to assist with the casting process

Compensation

• Paid television acting opportunity
• Multiple filming days
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to appear in a popular TV series
• Resume-building and industry exposure

Young Kern for Documentary Recreation

Job Description

A documentary production is casting a child actor to portray a younger version of a key figure in a powerful biographical story. This acting opportunity is part of a documentary exploring the life journey of an established author and their experience immigrating to Canada at a young age. The production is seeking a talented young performer who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Young Kern in documentary recreation scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in scheduled filming sessions
• Deliver natural and believable on-camera performances
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male child actor, playing age 11–12
• Dark complexion
• Slender build
• Short hair preferred
• Non-union talent welcome
• Must be based in or able to work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid documentary acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to appear in a meaningful documentary project
• Resume-building and networking opportunities

Job Description

A paid commercial production is seeking talented actors for two lead roles in an upcoming non-union commercial. Producers are looking for performers with natural charisma, expressive performances, and strong on-camera chemistry to portray a young couple. The project will film in the Greater Toronto Area and requires a self-taped audition submission.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one half of a young couple in a commercial production.
• Deliver emotional storytelling through non-verbal performance.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.
• Participate in a one-day commercial shoot if selected.
• Demonstrate authentic chemistry and strong on-camera presence.

Requirements

Male Lead

• Male, approximately 24–35 years old.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Strong expressive and emotional acting ability.

Female Lead

• Female, approximately 24–35 years old.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Strong expressive and emotional acting ability.

Self-Tape Requirements

Applicants should submit a short audition tape based on the following scenario:

• Imagine your partner is standing in front of you.
• Without dialogue, convey a quiet emotional connection through facial expressions, eye contact, and subtle movements.
• Focus on warmth, softness, hesitation, breathing, and emotional connection.

Additional Notes:

• No props required.
• Any camera angle is acceptable.
• Minimal editing is preferred to showcase authentic performance.

Compensation Details

• $300 per selected talent.
• One-day commercial shoot.
• Non-union production.