Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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RECEIVE $1,000-$2,500+ EACH, FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING.
CASTING PARENTS AND THEIR BABY OR YOUNG CHILD/CHILDREN FOR A MAJOR CANADIAN BRAND COMMERCIAL!

We’re seeking one or two parents, ages 28-40, who have a baby or young child/children, 0-5 years old, in the Greater Toronto Area, and are balancing their own mental health with the health of their child.

Do you experience pandemic related anxiety and isolation, post-partum mood disorder, dieting and nutritional challenges? Would you be willing to discuss these challenges and how virtual mental health services may be of value to your journey? If so, we want to hear from you!

PLEASE NOTE:

• All notes below apply to you, your baby/children and, if applicable, your spouse or partner.
• This is a non-union project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
• Strict COVID-19 safety protocol will be adhered to during the production of this commercial and it will be produced in accordance with public health guidelines at the time of filming. For more information, please visit: https://www.theaccp.tv/
• To apply, you MUST be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (children are exempt)
• To apply, you MUST be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on May 24th-25th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
•  If selected, you MUST be available for a PCR COVID test between June 5th-8th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
• If selected, you MUST be available for a wardrobe appointment between June 5th-8th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
•  If selected, you MUST be available for filming on June 9th or 10th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep both dates available until booked.
• If booked, you will receive $75 for a covid test appointment, $75 for a wardrobe appointment (if required), and $1,000 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $1,500.

IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE MAY 20TH.

GROUNDGLASS is a premier casting company, we cast people just like you in commercials for brands such as Procter & Gamble, Tim Hortons, Unilever, Johnnie Walker, and Chevrolet.

NOW CASTING PROJECT UNIVERSITY – NON UNION 

An instructional video for a university that educates students and staff on what to do in the case of an active shooter or intruder.
Proof of vaccination and a COVID screening form will need to be completed prior to the shoot. 
Filming: Saturday April 30, 2022 in Toronto, ON
Rate: $300 – approx. 3 hours

Role:
SOC – UNIVERSITY STUDENTS 
Male and Female. 19 – 25 yrs. All Ethnicities. 

Summary: Students will sit in a lecture hall. They will hear a loud noise and respond by fleeing the location and seeking safety outside. 
Students run down a hallway and hide in a classroom. They realize that the door cannot be locked. They grab a hold of classroom items and prepare to defend themselves.

CASTING CALL

A paranormal docu-series is looking for actors to play contributors in the drama portion.
All shoots are in the Hamilton and Toronto area.
This is a Non Union Production. No acting experience is required!
Dates: May 2-6 (talent required 1-2 days)
Rate: $300

ROLES:

PLANTATION OWNER

• White male
• 40’s.
• Period hairstyles and no visible tattoos on neck, face, hands or arms.

NOTE: According to production protocol, all talent must be double vaccinated by 14 days prior to first day on set.
Talent must also be Ontario resident (paying 2021 taxes in Ontario) and CAVCO eligible (being a Canadian citizen or permanent resident).

CASTING CALL 

Documentary Series 
A paranormal docu-series is looking for actors to play contributors in the drama portion.
All shoots are in the Hamilton and Toronto area.
This is a Non Union Production. No acting experience is required!
Dates: May 2-6 (talent required 1-2 days)

Rate: $300

ROLES:
VOODOO PRIESTESS:

• Black woman
• 65+ years old
• Preferably comfortable wearing contacts and without skin allergies for special effects makeup.

NOTE: According to production protocol, all talent must be double vaccinated by 14 days prior to first day on set.
Talent must also be Ontario resident (paying 2021 taxes in Ontario) and CAVCO eligible (being a Canadian citizen or permanent resident).

We are looking for an energetic, organized and self driven individual to join our talented team. Your job would be to coordinate between the clients and the animation team to ensure a smooth, clear process throughout different types of animation projects. Building schedules and revising them is a big part of the role and the ability to see the bigger picture is important. Ideal candidates have two or more years of experience with animation or post cooridantion.

SNAP Animation

Job Description

As a Live Associate Producer at Ubi MTL, you oversee the development and operation of live game features and services. Owner of the Road to Live timeline and deliverable, you are accountable for the quality of the live experience once the game is in the hand of the player, prior and after launch; the acquisition, retention and monetization while following the game/brand strategy; the deployment of new connected features and services while managing the cost of operation.

Reporting to the Producer/Senior Producer, you will collaborate with the development team as well as with internal and external services providers (IT, Marketing, Business, 3rd party’s operator, 1st parties, etc.) to ensure the development, availability and quality of the connected experience for the player.

What you’ll do

Production Management

• Gather feature requests from all stakeholders;
• Create a detailed roadmap for the online game features and services required to run the game;
• Supervise the development of required online services and features, web site, companion app and other connected components of the game experience;
• Supervise the development of efficient processes and tools to deploy and operate the game, features and services;
• Challenge and support the game producer, creative director, Business and Marketing to ensure the quality of the connected game experience;
• Identify project risks and contingency plans;
• Supervise and assist all teams in post launch content creation.

Business & Marketing relations

• Act as liaison between Marketing, Business and Development parties in order to triage and prioritize support needs, dev request and schedule new releases and events;
• Gather, validate and act upon MAU, DAU and CCU, estimates and live, to ensure proper actions and planning;
• Plan and create events for the game;
• Participate in the definition and challenge the ARM strategy; support and articulate it;
• Enforce Ubisoft guidelines in regards to payment provider choices and technologies per region;
• Define, monitor and act upon KPI to improve player experience and ARM.

Operation

• Ensure the constant availability of the game and its services;
• Monitor Player issues and define the actions to be taken;
• Participate in the definition and manage live events/milestone schedule and release (closed and public Alpha/Beta/Other, Launch and patches, etc.) while managing the cost of operations;
• Organize and coordinate the post launch support with the different service providers (CS, CRM, tech, infra, operators, etc.).

Human Resources

• Evaluate the needs of the team in terms of resources and jobs, and ensure that these are met, maintain a good standard of commitment and team motivation to create a work environment that promotes productivity;
• Act as a coach to team managers and ensure that they are adequately trained;
• Participate in the identification of key employees of his team and succession.
• Carry out all other related tasks.

What You Bring

Qualifications

• Multi-disciplinary development experience;
• Knowledge of Ubisoft structure and departments (a plus);
• Experience in shipping and operating game titles with connected features and services (a plus);
• Capacity to make important decisions in highly stressful situations;
• Capacity to take leadership and maintain an efficient team in emergencies;
• Problem solving;
• Strong communication skills;
• Know how to delegate and bring awareness Online concepts and associated technologies.

About Us

Creating the unknown since 1997. At Ubisoft Montreal, we’re united by a common goal: to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We develop iconic franchises that engage millions around the world, like Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, For Honor, Rainbow Six, Watch Dogs – and, well, we can’t disclose all our secrets just yet.

Our biggest strength is – and always will be – our people: the immensely talented team members surrounding, supporting, and producing the high-quality games that have made our studio what it is today.

When you join Ubi MTL, you’ll discover a workplace that sparks inspiration and connection: an environment with a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We offer a collaborative space that provides career advancement, a host of learning opportunities, and meaningful benefits centred on well-being. Here, our shared desire to dream big, take risks, and constantly improve contributes to the innovation and boundary-pushing that ultimately leads to our collective success.
Ubisoft Montréal