Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Chefs/Cooks for Food Product Commercial

Job Description: A prominent food product company is seeking talented chefs and cooks with solid knife skills for an exciting new commercial campaign. This opportunity is available to unrepresented talent aged 25 and older, based in Toronto. If you are currently represented by an agent, please have them submit on your behalf.

Job Responsibilities:

• Showcase excellent knife skills in the preparation and presentation of various food products.
• Participate in wardrobe fittings and follow the provided wardrobe guidelines.
• Engage in both day and potential overnight shoots on the specified shoot dates.
• Adhere to the creative direction and guidelines provided by the production team.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Must possess solid knife skills and cooking experience.
• Must be unrepresented talent (not currently signed with an agent).
• Ability to commit to the wardrobe fitting date and shoot dates.

Compensation Details:

• Session Fees: $600 CAD
• Wardrobe Fees: $75 CAD
• Usage Fees: $3000 CAD
• Wardrobe Fitting Date: July 20th
• Shoot Dates: July 23rd and/or July 24th (potential for overnight shoots)
• Usage Period: 1 year for TV/Digital, including Social Media and Streaming/Spanish Language Broadcast (US Hispanic Markets – US, its territories, commonwealths & possessions, including Puerto Rico), General Market (English) (US and its territories, commonwealths & possessions, including Puerto Rico). Network, Wildspot, Cable In-Store use ONLY. Industrial Exhibition (non-broadcast).
• 2nd Year Usage Renewal: $3300 CAD
• 3rd Year Usage Renewal: $3700 CAD

Casting Call: Roadhouse Style Band for ACTRA Feature Film

Job Description: We are currently seeking a talented and dynamic Roadhouse Style Band for an exciting ACTRA feature film. This is a unique opportunity for a band to showcase their presence and energy in a professional production setting. The selected band will be featured in a scene set in a country bar.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear on set as a cohesive band unit, complete with instruments.
• Mime playing your instruments; actual singing or playing is not required.
• Follow direction from the film’s production team to ensure an authentic performance.
• Collaborate with other cast members and crew to achieve the desired scene.

Requirements:

• Must be a cohesive band with the following members (or a similar combination): Guitar player, Bass player, Drummer, Keyboard player, Fiddler, Singer, etc.
• Must own and bring your own instruments to the set.
• Previous experience in performing, even if not professionally, is preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team environment.
• Must be available for a day shoot on July 22nd in Toronto.

Compensation:

• Standard Screen Extra (SSE) rate of $341 for 8 hours of work.
• Additional $40 instrument rental fee for each band member.
• Overtime pay at a rate of $64 per hour if required.

Casting Call: Fun Candy Commercial

Job Description: We are urgently casting for a fun candy commercial, seeking families in the Greater Toronto Area. This commercial aims to capture the joy and connection between generations, showcasing family members enjoying candy together. No acting experience is required!

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in one day of filming for the candy commercial.
• Display natural interactions and have fun on set with family members.
• Follow the directions of the director and production team.

Requirements:

• Adults aged 40-60 and their parent aged 70+.
• Same-gender family members, including:
  • Adult man (40-60) with his father and, if applicable, teenage son.
  • Adult woman (40-60) with her father and, if applicable, teenage daughter.
• Reside in the Greater Toronto Area.
• No prior acting experience is necessary.

Compensation:

• Participants will receive between $675 and $7,275 for one day of filming.

Casting Call: Indigenous Individuals for Government Campaign

Job Description: We are seeking Indigenous individuals from Ontario, aged 25-40, to participate in a government campaign filming in Sudbury. This role involves portraying miners, and while real mining experience is a plus, it is not required. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a meaningful campaign and contribute to a project that aims to highlight important societal issues.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of a miner in the government campaign.

• Participate in wardrobe fitting on the specified date.

• Travel to and from Sudbury as scheduled.

• Follow the director’s instructions and deliver an authentic performance.

• Collaborate with the production team and other cast members.

Requirements:

• Indigenous individuals aged 25-40.

  • Real mining experience is a plus but not mandatory.Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.

Compensation Details:

• Pay: $3,600.00 per person if selected.

• Travel expenses to and from Sudbury will be provided.

Casting Call: Bike Trick Guy for “Project Restaurant – Canada”

Job Description: We are seeking a talented and charismatic individual for a non-union commercial project, “Project Restaurant – Canada.” This role requires exceptional bike trick skills and a charming, confident personality. The commercial shoot will take place in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) from July 24-27, 2024.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform bike tricks confidently and safely.

• Portray a charming and confident character with a bit of a show-off vibe.

• Work collaboratively with the director and other cast members to achieve the desired performance.

• Attend wardrobe fittings as scheduled.

• Participate in callbacks if selected.

Requirements:

• Male, 20 to 23 years old, of mixed ethnicity or white.

• Must be able to perform tricks on a bike.

• Confident and extroverted personality that comes off as charming rather than braggadocious.

• Must be available for the callback dates on July 17th and 18th, 2024, and for the wardrobe fittings on July 22nd or 23rd, 2024.

• Must be available for the shoot dates from July 24-27, 2024 (1 12-hour day per role).

• Willing to travel as needed (travel dates TBD).

Compensation Details:

• Rate of Pay: CAD Talent OCP Rate $1,040 CAD

• CAD Talent OCP Buyout: $3,030 CAD

• Fitting Fee: $70 CAD

• Agent Fee: 20% on buyout

• Production will provide flights, accommodation, and a per diem of $75 CAD.

Casting Call: Coffee Campaign

Job Description: We are casting for a unique and exciting coffee campaign and are seeking individuals with interesting and quirky looks, as well as Hispanic men and women aged 30 to 60. This is a non-union campaign with a generous pay rate for those selected to be featured. Filming will take place in Toronto, and selected candidates must be available for key dates.

Roles Available:

1. Hispanic Men: Ages 30 to 60, preferably Spanish-speaking but not required.

2. Hispanic Women: Ages 30 to 40, no need to speak Spanish.

3. Women (Any Ethnicity): Ages 30 to 40, with an interesting and quirky look, someone with an unconventional personal style.

4. Men (Any Ethnicity): Ages 30 to 60, with an interesting and quirky look, someone with an unconventional personal style.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a photoshoot or filming session as directed.

• Represent the coffee brand authentically and enthusiastically.

• Follow directions from the director and production team to ensure the best portrayal of the character.

• Be available for recall and shoot dates in Toronto.

Requirements:

• Must fit the age and description for the specified roles.

• Must be available for the key dates: Recall on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, in Toronto.

• Comfortable being on camera and working in a professional setting.

• No prior acting experience required, but must have an engaging personality and be able to portray the character effectively.

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $4,675.00 per person.

• This is a non-union campaign.

• Buyout is based on the survival of the edit and includes all lifts, edits, and versions.

Casting Call: Project Patio Umbrella – Non-Union

Job Description: We are casting for Project Patio Umbrella, a non-union project with a one-day shoot scheduled between July 20-22, 2024, in Montreal, QC. This project is open to local Montreal residents, as well as residents of Ottawa (note: travel expenses are not included). We are particularly looking for real couples and mother/baby duos to participate.

Roles Available:

1. SOC – Mother

   • Female, Age 25 to 35.

   • Real mother/baby duos are encouraged to submit.

2. Background – Baby

   • Male or Female, Age 6-12 months.

   • Real mother/baby duos are encouraged to submit.

3. SOC – Twins

   • Male or Female, Age 4 to 8.

4. Background – Father

   • Male, Age 37 to 47.

5. SOC – Elderly Couple

   • Male or Female, Age 60 to 75.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned roles with professionalism and enthusiasm.

• Follow directions from the director and production team.

• Be available for the entire duration of the scheduled shoot day.

• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Must be available for one day of shooting between July 20-22, 2024.

• Must be a local resident of Montreal, QC, or Ottawa, ON.

• Open to all ethnicities.

• Specific roles have additional requirements (see below).

Compensation:

• SOC Roles: $600/day flat (includes session and buyout).

• Background Roles: $250/day flat.

• Market: Canada, 1-year Web/Social.

Casting Call: Gangnam Project Season 2 – Recurring Role of Yong-Jae

Job Description: We are seeking talented East-Asian actors for the recurring principal role of Yong-Jae in the second season of the Gangnam Project. Yong-Jae is a dynamic character who must appear to be 16-17 years old. The role requires fluency in both English and Korean, as well as excellent singing and dancing abilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character Yong-Jae with authenticity and enthusiasm in a recurring role.

• Deliver lines fluently in both English and Korean.

• Perform singing and dancing routines as part of the character’s role.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to develop the character.

• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.

• Maintain professionalism on and off set.

Requirements:

• Male, East Asian, 18+ (must look 16-17 years old).

• Must have a great singing voice and excellent dancing ability.

• Fluency in both English and Korean is mandatory.

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Casting Call: Parent(s) and Baby for Baby Formula Commercial

Job Description: Groundglass, a premier casting company known for working with top brands like Tim Hortons, Unilever, Johnnie Walker, and Hyundai, is casting parent(s) and their 3-16 month old baby in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun baby formula commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for you and your baby to be featured in a high-profile advertisement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a commercial shoot with your baby.

• Follow the direction of the production team to capture the desired footage.

• Ensure your baby is comfortable and safe during the filming process.

• Be available for a brief interview with the director if shortlisted.

Requirements:

• Parent(s): Age 25-45 years old.

• Baby: Age 3-16 months old and must be able to take a bottle.

• Must be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).

• Must be able to film in Toronto.

• Must be available for a brief interview with the director on July 22nd if shortlisted.

• Must be available for filming on July 30th and/or 31st.

Compensation:

• Pay rate: $675 – $2675 each for one day of filming.

• $75 for a virtual wardrobe appointment.

• $600 for one day of filming.

• Additional $2000 (adults) / $1500 (babies) if your footage is in the final commercial.

Casting Call: Car Commercial Talent Search

Job Description: We are casting for a high-energy car commercial and are seeking individuals who embody a cool and confident demeanor. This role requires strong acting skills with a sense of movement, as there will be choreography involved. Candidates with a dance background will have an added advantage though it is not mandatory.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in and perform choreographed movements confidently.
• Engage in acting roles that require a natural and strong presence on camera.
• Attend fittings, rehearsals, and all scheduled shoot days.
• Work collaboratively with directors, choreographers, and other crew members.
• Travel to and stay in Toronto for the duration of the shoot and rehearsals.

Requirements:

• Age: 30-50, all genders, all ethnicities.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Applicants should have unique features and a strong sense of movement.
• Available for travel and shooting between July 13th and July 23rd.
• Open to applicants from anywhere in the US or Canada as travel is compensated.

Compensation:

• Session Fee: $600 CAD per 10-hour shoot day.
• Campaign Buyout Fee: $3,000 CAD if talent’s performance is included in the final edit.
• Fitting Day: $150 CAD.
• Rehearsal: $250 CAD per day.
• Travel Day: $300 CAD per day.
• Per Diem: $75 CAD per day.