Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

TV Project – Child Speaking Roles

Job Description

A television project filming in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking two young performers for paid on-camera roles. The production is looking for a Black/African American boy ages 6–9 for a role with several lines and an outgoing, imaginative Caucasian girl ages 4–6 for a role with potential to recur. Previous professional set experience is helpful but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character role for a television project.
• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently when required.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in multiple workdays if booked.
• Maintain focus and professionalism while working on set.

Requirements

• Seeking a Black/African American boy, ages 6–9.
• Seeking a Caucasian girl, ages 4–6.
• Girl should have an outgoing and imaginative personality.
• Previous set experience is preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers may apply.
• Must be available as a local hire in Vancouver, Canada.
• Must be available for multiple workdays if required.

Compensation

• UBCP rate.
• 110% buyout.

Conversation Participants for Speech Technology Research Project

Job Description

A paid speech technology research project is seeking participants in Vancouver, British Columbia, to have natural conversations with another person while helping improve speech recognition and interpretive technology. The project supports technology that processes and understands different ways people speak, including applications related to accessibility and assistive technology. This is not a voice-cloning or generative AI project, and participants’ voices will not be used to create synthetic performances. Acting or technology experience is not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in natural, unscripted conversations with another person.
• Speak clearly and authentically during recorded research sessions.
• Help researchers improve technology designed to recognize and interpret human speech.
• Follow session instructions provided by the research team.
• Participate professionally throughout sessions lasting approximately 4–8 hours.

Requirements

• Comfortable having natural conversations with another person.
• No acting experience required.
• No AI or technology background required.
• Able to communicate naturally during extended recording sessions.
• Must be able to participate in projects based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Compensation

• Up to $125 per hour.
• Paid projects generally run 4–8 hours, with most sessions lasting approximately 8 hours.

Child and Adult Models for Creative Building Toys Product Video

Job Description

A paid non-speaking product video project featuring creative building toys is seeking children and adults for its next phase of filming in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia. The production is looking for natural, engaging talent who are comfortable on camera, with child performers who enjoy playing and interacting authentically with toys. Previous acting or modeling experience is welcome but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in non-speaking product video scenes featuring creative building toys
• Interact naturally with toys and other performers on camera
• Follow simple direction from the production team
• Maintain an expressive, engaging, and natural presence during filming
• Participate professionally in digital advertising and branded content scenes

Requirements

• Group 5: Asian female child, ages 5–7; Asian male child, ages 8–11
• Group 6: Hispanic male child, ages 6–8; Hispanic female child, ages 6–8; mixed-ethnicity or mid-skinned children may also be considered
• Group 7: Caucasian female child, ages 6–9; Black/dark-skinned male child, ages 6–9
• Group 8: Caucasian female child, ages 5–7; Asian female child, ages 8–11
• Group 9: Asian male child, ages 5–7; Asian female child, ages 8–10
• Group 10: Black male child, ages 5–7; Black female child, ages 8–11; mixed-ethnicity or dark-skinned children may also be considered
• Group 11 children: Caucasian female, ages 5–7; Asian male, ages 8–11; mixed-ethnicity female, ages 8–11
• Group 11 adults: Caucasian male, ages 36–45; Asian female, ages 25–35; mixed-ethnicity female, age 60+
• Child talent should enjoy playing and interacting naturally with toys
• Must be comfortable on camera and able to follow simple direction
• No previous acting or modeling experience required
• Parent or guardian must remain on set with all child participants
• Must be comfortable with digital usage across Amazon, websites, social media, and online advertising
• Must agree that finished content and production materials cannot be used for personal portfolios, demo reels, or social media
• Must be able to work in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia

Compensation

• $50 CAD per hour
• 3-hour minimum guarantee
• Minimum compensation of $150 CAD per person

Real People Casting – Native Irish and Australian English Speakers

Job Description

A real people casting project is seeking Vancouver-based individuals who speak English with an authentic native Irish or Australian accent. This opportunity is designed for everyday people rather than professional performers, making it ideal for individuals who can bring a genuine voice, personality, and natural delivery to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person screening in Vancouver
• Speak naturally using an authentic Irish or Australian accent
• Participate in a voice-focused casting process
• Follow direction provided during the screening and production process
• Deliver a genuine, conversational performance if selected

Requirements

• Must be based in Vancouver
• Must speak English with a native Irish or Australian accent
• Professional acting experience is not required
• Open to real people from a variety of backgrounds and professions
• Must be comfortable participating in an in-person screening
• Must be eligible to participate as non-union talent

Compensation

• $125 CAD per hour for attending the screening
• $125 CAD per hour if hired
• $100,000 USD buyout for a 3-year term if selected and hired

SS27 Fashion Week Model Casting Call

Job Description

A major fashion week production is seeking models for its SS27 runway shows in Vancouver. Selected talent will have the opportunity to walk the runway for designers from Canada and around the world. This model casting call welcomes talent of all genders, ages, sizes, and backgrounds who are interested in professional runway modeling and fashion industry opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Walk the runway during SS27 fashion shows in Vancouver.
• Model designer collections in a professional runway environment.
• Follow direction from designers, producers, and fashion show staff.
• Attend required fittings, rehearsals, and production activities.
• Represent featured fashion collections confidently and professionally.

Requirements

• Open to models of all genders.
• Open to a wide range of ages, sizes, and backgrounds.
• Comfortable walking and presenting clothing on a professional runway.
• Able to follow creative and production direction.
• Professional, confident, and dependable.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided to selected models.

Project Family Casting Call for East Asian Men Ages 70+

Job Description

A project filming in Vancouver is seeking non-union East Asian male talent ages 70 and older for a family-focused production. This Vancouver casting call is an opportunity for senior actors and performers interested in appearing in an upcoming entertainment project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as assigned for the production
• Follow direction from the production team while on set
• Participate professionally throughout filming
• Be available for the production schedule as required

Requirements

• East Asian men
• Age 70 or older
• Non-union talent
• Must be available to work in Vancouver

Compensation

• Compensation details not provided

Real Japanese Chef Casting Call for Non-Union Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial filming in Vancouver, British Columbia, is seeking an experienced Japanese chef, approximately ages 40–60, for a paid on-camera role. The production is looking for a real culinary professional with an authentic, confident presence and strong cooking skills. Experience handling a wok or demonstrating knife skills is especially valuable. This commercial casting opportunity is ideal for Vancouver-based Japanese chefs who can naturally showcase their expertise and craftsmanship on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an experienced Japanese chef in a non-union commercial.
• Demonstrate authentic professional cooking techniques on camera.
• Perform actions such as wok handling, tossing noodles, food preparation, and plating.
• Showcase wok or knife skills when applicable.
• Bring a confident, serious, and experienced culinary presence to the role.
• Participate in the required wardrobe session and commercial shoot.

Requirements

• Experienced Japanese chef, approximately ages 40–60.
• Strong professional cooking experience.
• Genuine wok and/or knife skills are preferred.
• Comfortable demonstrating culinary techniques on camera.
• Must be based in Vancouver, BC, or able to work as a Vancouver local.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Compensation

• CAD $600 per shoot day.
• CAD $8,000 one-year buyout if appearing in the final cut.