Jobs in Ontario, Canada

Giant Male Talent for Lotto Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A Lotto commercial campaign is now casting across Canada for a “Giant” male character. Production is seeking a very tall, large-built man to portray a warm, friendly, and slightly unaware-of-his-size suburban dad type. This role will be featured across multiple commercial spots as part of a full campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a key character in a commercial campaign
• Deliver a natural, expressive, and physical performance
• Follow creative direction on set
• Participate in wardrobe fitting and recall sessions

Role

• Giant Man

Requirements

• Male, ages 35–50
• Height: 6’6” or taller
• Must have a large, bulky build (not slim/lanky)
• Open to all ethnicities
• Friendly, jovial personality with strong on-camera presence
• Must be available for all scheduled dates
• Must submit a self-tape audition

Compensation

• $8,675 CAD (campaign buyout for 3 spots)

Newborn Baby for Hospital Scene

Job Description
Casting a newborn baby for a hospital scene in a film production. The role involves portraying a newborn in recovery and crib scenes alongside actors playing parents.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in hospital scene settings as a newborn
• Be held or placed in a crib for filming scenes
• Participate in scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Newborn baby, approximately 15 days to 1 month old
• Small baby (under 9 lbs preferred)
• Mixed ethnicity, light-skinned Black, or South Asian appearance preferred
• Must have darker skin tone (not caucasian/fair)
• Must be available for filming in Hamilton and Ancaster

Compensation

• $380 per day

Colorist for Crime Thriller Short Film

Job Description
A crime thriller short film is seeking a skilled colorist to help complete post-production. The project is a 21-minute film with partial color already completed, and the selected candidate will take over the remaining scenes to ensure visual consistency and a polished final look for festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Color grade remaining footage to match existing scenes
• Ensure visual consistency across the entire film
• Collaborate with the filmmaker to achieve the desired tone and style
• Deliver a high-quality final color grade ready for festival submission

Requirements

• Experience with film color grading and post-production workflows
• Strong eye for color consistency and cinematic tone
• Ability to match existing color work seamlessly
• Familiarity with industry-standard color grading software
• Passion for storytelling and independent film projects

Compensation

• Unpaid (credit provided, including IMDb credit and festival exposure)

Parents and Teen Duos for Documentary Project

Job Description
A documentary-style project is casting parents and their teenage children for a heartfelt film exploring how families use technology in everyday life. Selected participants will be featured in a branded film for a major telecommunications campaign, highlighting real family dynamics in an authentic setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a parent-teen duo in a documentary-style shoot
• Share real-life experiences and interactions on camera
• Engage in filmed interviews and natural family moments
• Allow filming to take place in your home if required

Requirements

• Parent and teen (ages 14–17)
• Must be based in the Greater Toronto Area
• Both participants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
• Comfortable being filmed and interviewed
• Outgoing and natural on camera (no acting experience required)
• Available for filming and potential interview dates

Compensation

• $900–$2,200 per person for one day of filming
• Additional $1,500 if filming takes place in your home
• Additional $1,400 usage fee if featured in final commercial

Fashion Models for Editorial Photoshoot

Job Description
A bold and creative fashion editorial is casting models for an upcoming photoshoot in Toronto. This project is seeking confident, edgy talent who embody a rebellious and stylish aesthetic, perfect for a high-fashion, statement-driven campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for an editorial fashion photoshoot
• Showcase strong poses, expressions, and attitude on camera
• Collaborate with photographers and creative team
• Bring a confident, edgy, and unique presence to the shoot

Requirements

• Must be based in Toronto or able to travel
• Strong, confident, and expressive personality
• Open to creative direction and styling
• Portfolio or modeling experience preferred

Compensation

• Creative collaboration (details provided upon selection)

Job Description
A production is seeking a non-union stand-in for an upcoming shoot in Toronto. This role requires a performer who closely matches specific physical characteristics to assist with lighting and camera setups during filming. This is a paid opportunity for a one-day shoot, ideal for individuals with on-set experience or those looking to gain exposure in film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for camera and lighting setup
• Maintain positioning for technical rehearsals and scene preparation
• Follow direction from the production and camera team
• Be available on set for the required duration
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality

Requirements

• Caucasian female
• Blonde hair
• Age range: 20–40
• Height: approximately 5’8”
• Weight: approximately 140 lbs
• Must provide headshot and personal details (height, weight, contact information)
• Ability to follow direction and remain still for extended periods

Compensation

• $300 for approximately 6 hours of work
• Subject to 15% agency commission

Kids Ages 6–9 for Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting kids in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun veggie chip campaign. This project is looking for natural, expressive children with big imaginations who can bring charm, personality, and playful energy to a lighthearted commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial as a featured child actor
• Showcase personality, humor, and natural reactions on camera
• Follow direction from the production team
• Participate in callbacks and scheduled filming
• Bring energy and creativity to the shoot

Requirements

• Kids ages 6–9
• All ethnicities and genders welcome
• Outgoing, expressive, and comfortable on camera
• Strong imagination and playful personality
• Must be local to Toronto or GTA

Compensation

• $1,000 CAD
• Plus 15% agency fee (if applicable)
• 1-year online usage
• Paid commercial opportunity

Father & Sons for TV Commercial Casting

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a Black father and sons for a soccer-themed TV spot filming in Toronto. This project will feature a family watching soccer together, capturing authentic, heartfelt moments in a relatable home setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a father and sons in a family-focused commercial
• Engage naturally in scenes watching and reacting to soccer
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging on-camera performances
• Participate in scheduled filming days

Requirements

• Father: Male, ages 35–45, Black
• Sons: Male, ages 7–20, Black
• Comfortable performing in a family setting on camera
• Father must be able to interact physically (e.g., piggyback with younger child)
• Comfortable with light prosthetics if required
• Must be local to Toronto or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Father & adult son: $500 session + $2,000 usage (+15% agency fee)
• Teen/child sons: $500 session + $1,500 usage (+15% agency fee)
• Paid commercial opportunity with additional usage fees

Curlers for Yogurt Commercial Photoshoot

Job Description
A commercial photoshoot is casting real curlers in Toronto for a fun and energetic yogurt campaign. This opportunity is perfect for individuals involved in curling who can bring authenticity and personality to a lifestyle-driven shoot.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot as a curler
• Showcase natural personality and athletic presence on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Represent an active, fun lifestyle in campaign imagery
• Attend a brief wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Ages 25–50
• Must be an active curler
• Comfortable being photographed in a professional setting
• Outgoing personality and natural on-camera presence
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Compensation

• $725–$1,725 for one-day photoshoot
• $75 wardrobe fitting fee
• Additional $1,000 if featured in final campaign usage
• Paid commercial opportunity

Arborists & Forestry Workers for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A commercial campaign is casting real arborists and forestry workers in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun and authentic photoshoot. This project is looking for hardworking individuals who can naturally represent their profession on camera in a lifestyle-driven campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional photoshoot as a real arborist or forestry worker
• Showcase natural work-related actions and presence on camera
• Follow direction from photographers and creative team
• Bring authenticity and personality to the campaign
• Attend a brief wardrobe fitting if selected

Requirements

• Ages 25–55
• Must be a real arborist or forestry worker
• Comfortable being photographed in a professional setting
• Outgoing personality with natural on-camera presence
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Compensation

• $725–$1,725 for one-day photoshoot
• $75 wardrobe fitting fee
• Additional $1,000 if featured in final campaign usage
• Paid commercial opportunity