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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