Casting Call: Arabs in Toronto – Various Roles
About Us: We are a Toronto-based production company seeking vibrant and outgoing individuals of Arabic heritage for an upcoming project. We believe in diversity and representation, and we’re excited to showcase the Arab community in the Greater Toronto Area. Our project aims to portray everyday scenarios in a respectful and authentic manner.
Roles:
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Female Senior
- Age: 65+
- Role Description: A regular transit user who takes pride in her seniors discount. We’re looking for someone who embodies the wisdom and warmth of the elder generation.
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Child
- Age: 8-12, any gender
- Role Description: Enjoys riding the train with their parent. We’re particularly interested in children applying alongside their dads, to capture genuine family interactions.
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Student
- Age: 21-25, any gender
- Role Description: A student commuting to school, representing the daily life of young adults in the education system.
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Male Working Professional
- Age: 35-50
- Role Description: He’s a working professional commuting into the city on the train with his child. Dads applying with their child are highly encouraged, to showcase real parental relationships.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a one-day video shoot in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Work closely with the director and crew to bring the character to life.
- Follow direction and provide feedback when necessary.
- Be prepared to perform multiple takes to ensure the best possible outcome.
Requirements:
- Must have Arabic heritage.
- Located in or able to travel to the Greater Toronto Area for the shoot.
- Comfortable being in front of the camera.
- For child roles, a parent or guardian must be present during the shoot.
- No previous acting experience required, but must be able to portray the role authentically.
- Must be available for the entirety of the shoot day.
Compensation Details:
- The compensation ranges from $575 to $2575, depending on the role and final edit inclusion.
- Payment will be made upon completion of the shooting day.
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Casting Call: Female Pool Shark Body Double for Eyewear Campaign
Job Description: We are casting a highly skilled female pool player to serve as a body double for an actress in an upcoming eyewear campaign. The selected candidate will perform in scenes that require advanced pool-playing skills, ensuring the shots appear seamless and professional. While this role involves a body double, the focus will be on skillful execution rather than recognizable features. The ideal candidate will closely match the height and complexion of our lead actress and be confident performing in a lively party atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the body double for the actress, executing advanced pool shots during the campaign shoot.
- Confidently handle a pool stick, align shots accurately, and execute them flawlessly in front of a crowd.
- Collaborate with the director and production team to ensure the visual continuity between the actress and the body double.
- Maintain professionalism and follow directions to achieve the desired results for the campaign.
Requirements:
- Female, aged 25-40.
- Height: 5’8” to 5’10”.
- Medium brown complexion (please refer to the photo in the casting notice for reference).
- Must be a highly skilled pool player, capable of performing advanced shots with confidence.
- Comfortable performing in a dynamic environment surrounded by party onlookers.
- Experience in similar roles is a plus but not required.
- Must be available to shoot in Toronto.
Compensation:
- Pay: $3,000 if selected.
- This is a non-union campaign.