Jobs in Ontario, Canada

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 non-union short film titled Dream Girl is seeking South Asian actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows a middle-aged Indian mother who faces the decision of a lifetime when her longtime Bollywood crush unexpectedly appears at her doorstep with a marriage proposal. This heartfelt and character-driven film is scheduled to premiere at the Reel Asian Film Festival 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a narrative short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic performances in both Hindi and English.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow production schedules and creative direction throughout the project.

Available Roles

Kiran (Lead)

• Female
• South Asian
• Ages 35–45

Rajat

• Male
• South Asian
• Ages 35–45

Prem

• Male
• South Asian
• Ages 25–35

Arjun

• Male
• South Asian
• Teenager

Requirements

• South Asian performers only.
• Comfortable performing in Hindi and English.
• Previous acting experience preferred.
• Must submit a CV and showreel for consideration.
• Available for the production schedule.

Compensation Details

• Non-union production.
• Compensation details were not specified.
• Film scheduled to premiere at the Reel Asian Film Festival 2026.

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.

Students Needed for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description

A television production is seeking young-looking students for paid background roles in an upcoming shoot in Toronto. Casting directors are looking for talent who can convincingly portray students in a school or campus environment. This opportunity is ideal for young adults interested in gaining on-set experience while working on a professional television production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray students in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
• Participate in classroom, campus, or student-focused scenes as required
• Maintain continuity throughout filming
• Work professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Ages 18–25
• Must be legally 18 years or older
• Must be able to convincingly portray a younger student
• Men especially encouraged to apply
• Open to AABP and non-union talent
• Comfortable working in background roles
• Reliable and able to follow production direction

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour
• Professional television production experience
• Opportunity to work on a scripted TV project
• Industry networking and on-set experience

Caucasian Female Needed for Flashback Scene in Production

Job Description

A production is seeking a Caucasian female performer for a flashback scene in an upcoming project filming in Mississauga. Casting directors are looking for fresh faces with a natural on-camera presence to portray a featured character in a professionally produced scene. This is a great opportunity for talent interested in gaining experience on a scripted production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a flashback scene
• Follow direction from the production team and director
• Participate in scheduled filming activities
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot
• Collaborate effectively with cast and crew members

Requirements

• Caucasian female
• Ages 43–46
• Must be a new face to the production
• Must wear a size 4 dress to fit wardrobe requirements
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and able to follow direction
• Available to work in Mississauga

Compensation

• $328 for a 4-hour shoot
• Open to ACTRA, AABP, and non-union talent
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to work in a featured flashback scene

Golfer Stand-In Needed for Major Tech Company Commercial

Job Description

A major tech company production is seeking a skilled golfer to work as a stand-in for an upcoming commercial shoot in Dallas, Texas. Casting directors are looking for a tall, athletic male with excellent golf skills and strong swing mechanics. This is a paid opportunity for experienced golfers who can accurately perform golf movements and actions on camera in a professional production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a stand-in for a featured golfer during a commercial production
• Perform golf swings and other golf-related actions on camera
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams
• Maintain consistency in movements and performance throughout filming
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Male talent
• Approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall
• Large athletic build
• Excellent golfer with strong technique and form
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and available for filming in Dallas, Texas
• Previous stand-in or on-camera experience is a plus

Compensation

• $1,000 if booked
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to work on a major tech company campaign
• Industry networking and portfolio-building opportunity

Women Ages 25–50 Needed for Auto Commercial

Job Description

A paid automotive commercial is casting women for an upcoming production in Toronto, Canada. Casting directors are seeking women of all ethnicities with strong on-camera presence for a commercial campaign. This opportunity is open to local talent who can work in Toronto and are available for multiple production dates. Selected talent may also be featured in the final commercial edit, offering additional compensation.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professional automotive commercial shoot
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Perform on-camera for commercial advertising content
• Attend fitting sessions if selected
• Be available for all scheduled production dates

Requirements

• Women ages 25–50
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Toronto, Canada
• Available for all scheduled shoot dates
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a commercial production
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $1,080 CAD session rate
• $75 CAD fitting fee (2-hour fitting)
• $6,500 CAD additional usage fee if featured in the final edit
• Professional commercial production experience
• Opportunity to appear in a national advertising campaign