Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Indigenous Performer Casting Call for Non-Union Film Production

Job Description

A paid non-union film production is seeking Indigenous performers for an upcoming shoot filming outside Toronto in Hamilton, Burlington, and Rockwood. Casting directors are looking for talented Indigenous individuals to appear in this production, with filming scheduled across multiple dates in July. This is an excellent opportunity for performers interested in working on a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a non-union film production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in scheduled filming at designated locations.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Must identify as Indigenous.
• Must be available to work in Hamilton, Burlington, or Rockwood, Ontario.
• Must have availability for one or more filming dates between July 8 and July 23.

Compensation

• Paid non-union acting opportunity.

Background Actor Casting Call for Authentic Italian Talent

Job Description

A film production is seeking authentic Italian background actors for scenes in Christmas Feast filming in Hamilton. Casting directors are looking for new faces who can portray realistic Italian characters in this paid production. This is a great opportunity for performers of Italian heritage interested in gaining on-set experience in a feature production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in Christmas Feast.
• Portray an authentic Italian character on camera.
• Follow directions from the production team during filming.
• Be available for the scheduled shoot in Hamilton.

Requirements

• Must be of authentic Italian heritage.
• New faces are preferred.
• Must be available to work in Hamilton.
• Ability to arrange transportation to the filming location (shuttle may be available).

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Italian Adult Male Background Actor for Christmas Feast Scene

Job Description

A film production is seeking one Italian adult male background actor for a Christmas feast scene. This interior day shoot will take place in Hamilton and is part of a continuity sequence, so talent must be available for all required filming days. This is a picture cast role for performers who can authentically portray an Italian character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a guest in a Christmas feast scene.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity across multiple filming days.
• Be available for interior filming in Hamilton.

Requirements

• Italian male, approximately 30 years old.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Must authentically portray an Italian character.
• Must be able to travel to Hamilton or use available shuttle transportation if offered.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Work on a professional film production.
• Shuttle transportation may be available.

Italian Child Background Actors for Christmas Feast Scene

Job Description

A film production is casting three Italian child background actors for a Christmas feast scene. Children will appear in a continuity sequence filmed in Hamilton, requiring availability across multiple filming days. This is a picture cast role, and parents should note that children must have completed school before filming due to the production schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray children in a Christmas feast scene.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.
• Participate in interior filming in Hamilton.

Requirements

• Italian children approximately 12 years old.
• Must be available for all scheduled filming days.
• Must have completed school before production begins due to continuity requirements.
• Parents or guardians must accompany child performers as required.
• Parents and children cannot both work on the production.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Professional film set experience.
• Shuttle transportation may be available.

Teppanyaki/Hibachi Chef for Commercial Production

Job Description

A commercial production in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking an experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef for a paid filming opportunity. Talent should be skilled in performing entertaining cooking tricks such as spatula spinning, food tossing, and other live hibachi-style techniques. Applicants must have access to their own cooking tools, with a rental fee provided by production. This role is ideal for chefs with a strong on-camera presence and social media or video content showcasing their culinary skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform authentic teppanyaki and hibachi cooking techniques on camera
• Demonstrate cooking tricks and knife or spatula skills during filming
• Follow production direction while maintaining food preparation standards
• Bring and use personal cooking tools during the shoot
• Collaborate with the production team throughout filming

Requirements

• White male, ages 25–50
• Experienced Teppanyaki or Hibachi Chef
• Must be proficient in cooking tricks such as spinning spatulas and tossing food
• Must have personal cooking tools available for use
• Able to provide video examples of cooking skills from social media or online platforms
• Must be available to work in Hamilton, Ontario

Compensation

• $379.25 minimum rate
• Additional $50 tool rental fee
• Overtime paid at $71.25 per hour after 8 hours
• Professional commercial production experience