Jobs in Canada

Extras to Play Patrons at Upscale Trattoria

Job Description
A production is seeking fresh faces to portray patrons at an upscale trattoria for an upcoming project. This is a great opportunity for performers who have not worked on this production before and want to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray restaurant patrons in a natural and realistic way

• Follow direction from the production team to ensure continuity

• Be punctual and prepared for the shoot day

Requirements

• Performers ages 28+

• Must be a new face (not previously cast in this production)

• Must be comfortable working in a restaurant environment

Compensation

• Paid background extra role

Car Commercial Casting Call – Female Asian Cellists

Job Description
A national car commercial is seeking talented female Asian cellists for an upcoming shoot. This casting call is open across Canada and requires skilled musicians who can confidently perform on camera. This is a unique opportunity to showcase musical ability while being featured in a high-profile commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a cellist during the commercial shoot

• Bring authenticity, presence, and confidence to the role

• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a professional on-camera performance

Requirements

• Female, Asian cellists

• Must be available for the specified shoot dates

• Open to talent across Canada

• Professional playing ability required

Compensation

• Paid role with competitive rates

Casting Call – Real Musicians for Upcoming Project

Job Description
A major production is casting real musicians for multiple roles across Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. This project seeks authentic performers with strong musical skills to bring live performance energy to screen. Non-union talent only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live on set as part of a professional production

• Showcase authentic musicianship and stage presence

• Take direction from the creative team to deliver strong performances

Requirements

• Real Singer: Black male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Guitar Player: White male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Drummer: Latinx female, ages 25–45, non-union

• Trumpet Player: White male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Bassist: Black male, ages 25–45, non-union

• Must be available for callbacks, fittings, and filming on scheduled dates

Compensation

• Paid roles, rate details provided upon selection

Casting Wheelchair User and Indigenous Individual for PSA Campaign

Job Description
A public service announcement campaign is seeking two featured roles to represent real stories with authenticity and impact. The project will film in Toronto and aims to cast individuals who embody the character of a teacher and a leader, highlighting inclusivity and diverse representation. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a meaningful, nationally seen campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of a teacher or leader in a scripted PSA campaign

• Participate in casting recall, wardrobe fitting, and scheduled shoot days

• Deliver lines naturally and authentically on camera

• Engage in direction from production during all stages of filming

Requirements

• Wheelchair User: Any gender, age 25–45, to play the role of a teacher

• Indigenous Individual: Any gender, age 30–60, to play the role of a leader

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Available for recall (Zoom for wheelchair users), wardrobe fitting, and shoot dates

• Non-union performers are welcome

Compensation

• Approx. $3,500 per person based on edit inclusion and usage

• ACTRA commercial campaign

• Usage includes all lifts and broadcast coverage

• Some roles may require multiple shoot days

Casting Kids for Skincare Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A national skincare brand is casting children ages 4 to 7 for an upcoming commercial and print campaign in Toronto. This project celebrates real kids with vibrant personalities and diverse backgrounds to help showcase the gentle care of Aveeno for Kids. Scenes will highlight playful, everyday moments that connect to skincare and confidence. All talent must be allergy-free to Aveeno products.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial and/or print shoot promoting children’s skincare

• Perform simple, joyful actions while interacting naturally on camera

• Follow light direction from the production team to ensure relaxed, real moments are captured

• Represent inclusive beauty and personality across media platforms

Requirements

• Children ages 4–7

• Must not be allergic to Aveeno skincare products

• Casting for the following roles:

  • Chinese or Asian/White mixed girl (makeup play)

  • White boy (active and adventurous)

  • East Asian boy (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Taiwanese)

  • Hispanic or South Asian girl

  • Black girl

• Must be local to Toronto or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Wardrobe: $75 for up to 2 hours

• Session Fee: $600 for an 8-hour shoot day

• Backup Session Fee: $600

• Buyout Options (based on edit selection):

  • $5400 for motion and print (Broadcast TV, Digital, Social – 2 Years)

  • $2700 for print use only (OOH/Worldwide – 2 Years)

• 2 kids will appear in motion and print; 3 will appear in print-only

• Buyout is campaign-based and dependent on final cut

Casting Arabic Children for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking non-union Arabic children for featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience in a professional production while being part of a diverse campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a featured background actor in a commercial
• Follow on-set directions from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and patience during filming

Requirements

• 12-year-old girl
• 1.5 to 3-year-old boy
• Must be non-union
• Able to work as a local hire in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
• Parents/guardians must submit recent photos, full contact details, height, and weight

Compensation

• $350 flat rate
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity for future projects

Casting Call: Musicians for Alcohol Brand Commercial in Toronto

Job Description
An alcohol brand commercial is seeking talented musicians aged 25-55 to star in a professionally directed production in Toronto. This non-union opportunity allows musicians to showcase their personality and skills on camera, with no prior acting experience required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed commercial for a leading alcohol brand.
• Follow direction from the production team to deliver a compelling performance.
• Exhibit confidence, charisma, and authenticity while being filmed.

Requirements

• Must be 25 years or older.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Available to film in Toronto.
• Submit an audition video as part of the application process.
• Outgoing personality and comfort in front of the camera.
• Availability for wardrobe fittings and potential shoot days if selected.

Compensation

• Earn $675 to $26,775+ for one day of filming.
• All shortlisted candidates must be available for auditions, wardrobe fittings, and potential filming days

Mikayla – Child Role in “The Bank Teller” (Mini-Series)

Job Description:
We are casting for the role of Mikayla, a significant child role in the mini-series, The Bank Teller. Mikayla is a young girl, aged between 8 to 10 years old, of African descent. This character is key to the storyline, and we are looking for a talented young actress who can bring authenticity, innocence, and emotional depth to the role. All applicants must be able to speak with a general American accent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Character Portrayal: Play Mikayla with charm and sincerity, reflecting the emotions and experiences of a young child in the story.
• Collaboration: Work well with the director, co-stars, and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Dialogue Delivery: Ensure lines are delivered naturally and with the required emotion, appropriate to the character’s age and situation.
• Adaptability: Be open to direction and capable of adjusting performance based on the director’s feedback.

Requirements:

• Experience: Open to ACTRA and ACTRA Apprentice members. Prior acting experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Accent: Must perform with a general American accent.
• Appearance: Female, Black, aged 8-10 years.
• Location: Quebec locals only (applicants must reside in or near Quebec as the shoot will take place in this area).
• Parental Consent: Since this is a child role, parental consent and presence on set are required for all shoot days.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per episode (ACTRA MIP).
• Episodes: 4-episode series.

Silent Review Promo – Non-Union Talent

Job Description:

We are seeking English-speaking, French-speaking, and bilingual women, aged 25-35, for a commercial involving the “Silent Review Trend.” Talent will review products in a silent, expressive, and non-verbal manner using gestures and facial expressions. This promo aims to engage audiences with fun and relatable content.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review products silently, focusing on non-verbal communication.
• Express opinions clearly through gestures and expressions.
• Take direction well.

Requirements:

• Ability to perform without spoken dialogue.
• Women, aged 25-35, all ethnicities.

Compensation:

• $500/Session, $1000/Usage (One year digital).