Jobs in Ontario, Canada

Real People for Financial Brand Social Media Campaign

Job Description

A financial brand social media campaign is seeking real people in the Toronto area to participate in an interview-style production about money and investing. Participants will discuss their personal philosophy, experiences, and investment journey on camera. Individuals with surprising, unconventional, or memorable investing stories are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an interview-style social media campaign.
• Discuss personal experiences and perspectives related to money and investing.
• Share an authentic investment journey and financial philosophy on camera.
• Communicate naturally and comfortably during the filmed interview.
• Follow production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be 18–100 years old.
• Open to all races and genders.
• Must be located in or able to work in Downtown Toronto, Ontario.
• Must be comfortable discussing personal perspectives on money and investing on camera.
• Real people with interesting or unexpected investment experiences are encouraged to apply.

Compensation

• $650 for one day of filming.
• Additional $750 if the participant’s footage appears in the final cut.
• Up to $1,400 total compensation per person.

Upscale Restaurant Talent for “You’re Killing Me 2”

Job Description

“You’re Killing Me 2” is seeking upscale, wealthy-looking talent for a restaurant scene filming in Hamilton. This non-union background casting call is looking for performers with polished appearances, attractive on-camera presence, and high-end wardrobe suitable for an upscale dining environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray bartenders, diners, and waitstaff in an upscale restaurant scene.
• Perform naturally as a background actor in a professional production.
• Bring a polished and sophisticated presence to the scene.
• Follow direction from the production team while filming.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Non-union and AABP talent only.
• Seeking one good-looking male bartender.
• Seeking one very upscale male diner.
• Seeking one attractive female waitress.
• Seeking two attractive male waiters.
• Must have appropriate upscale wardrobe.
• Must be able to work in Hamilton.
• New faces are encouraged.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected talent.

Job Description

MiLO Casting is seeking real entrepreneurs and small business owners with unique or niche businesses for a pop-up-style banking campaign. Selected entrepreneurs will work with the production team to create a temporary storefront where they can showcase their business, connect with customers, and gain additional visibility. No previous on-set experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a banking campaign as a real business owner.
• Discuss your business, products, or services on camera.
• Participate in a temporary pop-up storefront experience.
• Collaborate with the production team throughout the campaign.
• Represent your business authentically and confidently.

Requirements

• Must be a real entrepreneur or small business owner.
• Ontario residents only.
• Business should provide a niche or unique product or service.
• Examples include tooth gem artists, custom product sellers, crime scene cleaners, worm farmers, vintage resellers, and party décor businesses.
• Must be comfortable discussing and showcasing your business.
• Must not be an ACTRA member.

Compensation

• Selected participants will be paid up to $5,000.

Job Description

A commercial project for a gambling app is casting multiple male and female roles in the Greater Toronto Area. The production is seeking diverse millennial talent for an advertising campaign, with selected performers appearing in commercial content for the brand.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial advertising campaign for a gambling app.
• Follow creative direction during the production.
• Participate in wardrobe and filming as required.
• Deliver natural, engaging performances on camera.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 28–38.
• Female talent ages 30–42.
• All ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• Must be 25+ for gambling advertisements.
• Must be available to work in Toronto/GTA.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $750 session fee.
• $175 wardrobe fee.
• $3,500 usage fee + 15% agency fee.

Job Description

B&CO Talent is casting a male voice-over artist for a union ACTRA project in Toronto. The production is seeking a performer with an energetic, youthful, and authoritative Canadian voice who can capture the excitement and emotional range of being a sports fan.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver professional voice-over performances for the project.
• Convey the excitement and emotional range of a sports fan.
• Take direction and adjust vocal delivery as required.
• Provide a polished, engaging, and authoritative performance.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–40.
• Must have a Canadian accent.
• Energetic, youthful, and authoritative vocal quality.
• Must be an ACTRA union member.
• Must be free of conflicts with gaming or lottery brands.
• Must be available to work in Toronto.

Compensation

• ACTRA rates apply.
• Session: $685 × 125%–150%.
• 6-month digital media video usage: $557 × 125%–150%.
• Agency commission: 15% + HST on jobs worked.

Drag Queens for Medical Docu-Series

Job Description

A medical docu-drama series filming in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking real drag queens for an upcoming episode. The production is casting the role of Anita Kiss, a drag performer experiencing an ankle injury. Talent of all types and adult ages is encouraged to apply for this paid, non-union acting opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Anita Kiss, a drag queen experiencing an ankle injury.
• Perform naturally in a medical docu-drama setting.
• Bring authentic drag performance experience and personality to the role.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Perform professionally and maintain character continuity during filming.

Requirements

• Real drag queens of all types are encouraged to apply.
• Must be age 18 or older.
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an ankle injury.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident paying taxes in Ontario for 2025.
• Must be able to work in Toronto, Ontario.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $300–$400.
• Additional $100 kit fee for talent providing their own drag makeup.
• Up to $500 total compensation.

College Student and Task Force Background Actor

Job Description

A non-union production filming in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a young male background actor to portray a college student and task force member. This paid background acting opportunity is ideal for talent who can bring a youthful, professional presence to the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a college student and task force member in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity while on set.
• Work professionally with cast and crew.
• Be prepared for approximately 11 hours of filming.

Requirements

• White male talent.
• Early 20s.
• Must be non-union.
• Must be able to work in Hamilton, Ontario.
• Must be dependable and comfortable following on-set direction.

Compensation

• $200 flat rate for approximately 11 hours.

Detective for Non-Union Production

Job Description

A non-union production filming in Brampton and Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a male actor to portray a detective with the Golden Police Department. This paid acting opportunity calls for an energetic, driven performer who can bring a confident law enforcement presence to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a detective in scripted production scenes.
• Deliver a confident, energetic, and professional law enforcement performance.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
• Maintain character continuity across multiple filming locations.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• White male actor.
• Ages 30–40.
• Must be non-union.
• Must be available to work in Brampton and Hamilton, Ontario.
• Must bring an energetic, go-getter personality to the detective role.
• Must be comfortable portraying a law enforcement professional.

Compensation

• $250 flat rate for approximately 11 hours of work.

Kid Comedians for “Sketch City” Comedy Demo

Job Description

A new live-action comedy project is seeking funny, fearless, and creative kids in the Greater Toronto Area to join the core ensemble of “Sketch City.” The project follows a group of kids running their own chaotic online sketch channel and is looking for young performers with strong comedic instincts, imagination, and a willingness to make bold creative choices. Union and non-union performers may apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a six-member kid comedy ensemble.
• Participate in fast-paced live-action comedy and sketch scenes.
• Bring natural humor, imagination, and expressive energy to performances.
• Improvise and make confident creative choices when appropriate.
• Perform scripted comedy in a casual and authentic style.
• Collaborate generously with other young performers and build on ensemble ideas.

Requirements

• Ages 10–14.
• All genders and backgrounds are welcome.
• Must live in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Naturally funny, imaginative, expressive, and comfortable performing comedy.
• Strong improvisational instincts or an ability to create spontaneously.
• Comfortable performing scripted material naturally.
• Collaborative and excited to work as part of an ensemble.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.

Compensation

• ACTRA Online Pilot Program (AOPP) rates apply.

Job Description

Northern Casting is urgently seeking two male-presenting background actors to portray prisoners in an upcoming production filming in Powassan, Ontario. This is a paid opportunity open to both union and non-union performers. Selected talent will appear as background performers and must closely match the specific wardrobe measurements required for each prisoner role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a prisoner as part of the production’s background cast.
• Follow direction from the assistant directors and production team.
• Maintain appropriate character and continuity while on camera.
• Participate in background scenes as required.

Requirements

• Male-presenting talent, age 18+.
• Must be a Northern Ontario resident.
• Must be able to work in Powassan, Ontario.
• Prisoner 1: Height 6’–6’2″, chest 46–48″, waist 40″.
• Prisoner 2: Height 6’–6’2″, chest 44″, waist 36″.

Compensation

• Paid background work.
• Union and non-union talent considered.