Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Small Business Owner Needed for Paid Video Project

Job Description

A paid video project is seeking a male actor to portray a small business owner in an upcoming production. Casting directors are looking for a relatable performer who can authentically represent the challenges and experiences of a business owner feeling overwhelmed by day-to-day responsibilities. This role is ideal for actors with strong naturalistic performance skills and a professional on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a small business owner in a scripted video project
• Perform scenes that communicate authentic business and workplace experiences
• Follow direction from the production team
• Deliver a believable and engaging on-camera performance
• Participate in the video audition and filming process as scheduled

Requirements

• Male talent
• Ages 35–55
• Strong acting and storytelling abilities
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Reliable and professional
• Able to submit a video audition
• Previous acting experience is a plus

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Professional video production experience
• Portfolio-building and networking opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a commercial-style video project

Small Business Owners for Financial Campaign Demo

Job Description

A financial campaign is seeking real small business owners for a paid commercial-style demo project. Production is looking for passionate entrepreneurs who are proud of the businesses they have built and are comfortable sharing their experiences, insights, and reactions on camera. This opportunity is open to business owners from a variety of industries and does not require previous on-camera experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a financial campaign demo project
• Share authentic experiences as a small business owner on camera
• Participate in interviews and filmed segments
• Follow direction from the production team
• Attend the scheduled shoot date and maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Must be a real small business owner
• Comfortable speaking about your business on camera
• Must be an Ontario resident
• Non-union talent only
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is not required
• Businesses may be from industries including:
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Contracting
  • Realty
  • Professional Services
  • Law Firms
  • Accounting Firms
• Must be available for a half-day shoot during the production window

Compensation

• $1,700+
• Featured role in a financial campaign
• Professional production experience
• Opportunity to promote your entrepreneurial story
• Half-day shoot commitment