Toronto, ON, Canada based casting company.

Actor for "See No Evil" Season 10
Location: Ontario, Canada
Type: Non-Union Production
Compensation: Daily rates $300-$400
Casting for Role: DET CHIP
Job Description:
We are now casting for the tenth season of the true crime hit-series "See No Evil," a groundbreaking series that showcases how real crimes are solved with the help of surveillance cameras. This series brings to life the crucial role CCTV footage plays in unlocking the answers to cases that might otherwise remain unsolved, potentially leaving dangerous criminals at large. The series is a mix of real footage, dramatic reconstruction, and first-hand testimonies from police, witnesses, and families involved.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate in dramatic reenactments of true crime stories, accurately portraying the characters involved, particularly focusing on the role of DET CHIP.</li>
<li>Work closely with the director and production team to bring the script to life, ensuring authenticity and respect for the real-life individuals and events being depicted.</li>
<li>Be willing to drive as part of the role (specific scenes may require driving).</li>
<li>Engage in promotional activities related to the series, if required.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Must be a Canadian Permanent Resident or Citizen, and have been paying taxes in Ontario for 2023.</li>
<li>Gender: Male</li>
<li>Age: 40s or 50s</li>
<li>Physical appearance: White, with a receding hairline and grey hair. Clean-shaven.</li>
<li>Must possess a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving as part of the role.</li>
<li>Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.</li>
<li>Must be available for the duration of the shooting schedule and willing to work non-standard hours, including nights and weekends if required.</li>
<li>Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to any changes in the shooting schedule.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to take direction well.</li>
<li>Non-Union.</li>
</ul>
Compensation Details:
<ul>
<li>The role is paid, with daily rates ranging from $300 to $400, depending on experience and role complexity.</li>
<li>Payment terms and conditions will be discussed upon selection.</li>
</ul>

$400/Day "See No Evil" Open Casting Call

Casting Call: Host/Comedian/Influencer for Credit Card Campaign
Job Overview
We are launching an exciting Credit Card Campaign across Canada and are in search of a dynamic, funny, and experienced host who excels in improvisation and engaging with the public. This unique role requires a mix of comedy, hosting, and influencing to deliver content that is both informative and entertaining, primarily targeted at Gen Z audiences with a focus on financial literacy and emergency financial navigation.
Job Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Engage with the public in various locations across Canada, with a primary focus on Toronto.</li>
<li>Conduct spontaneous interviews and discussions about finances, with a focus on relatability to Gen Z.</li>
<li>Use improvisation skills to handle diverse and unplanned situations while maintaining an entertaining and engaging demeanor.</li>
<li>Represent the brand positively in a multitude of settings.</li>
<li>Produce content that is engaging, humorous, and informative, without being combative or offensive.</li>
<li>Work closely with the production team to meet campaign goals and objectives.</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>Proven experience as a host, comedian, influencer, or similar role, with an emphasis on public interaction and improvisation.</li>
<li>Excellent interviewing skills with the ability to engage guests and audiences of varying backgrounds.</li>
<li>A warm, attractive, and engaging personality that resonates on camera.</li>
<li>A clean and good-natured sense of humor.</li>
<li>Comfortable working with crowds and approaching strangers.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Must be unrepresented by an agency (individuals with agents must be submitted via Breakdown Express).</li>
<li>A built-in fanbase is an asset but not a requirement.</li>
<li>Open to all genders.</li>
<li>Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.</li>
</ul>
Compensation Details
<ul>
<li>The compensation range for this role is $1000 to $7000, based on experience, role within the campaign, and audience reach.</li>
<li>This is a non-union contract position.</li>
</ul>

$7,000 Credit Card Campaign Casting Call for Influencers

Casting Call: Women for Beauty Campaign
We are excited to announce a casting call for a social media campaign focused on a personal care product. This opportunity is open to women who are passionate about beauty and comfortable with applying their own makeup. We are looking for talent who can bring their unique style and confidence to our brand. This campaign aims to highlight the diversity and individuality of beauty routines across different demographics.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate in a photoshoot and/or video shoot showcasing the application of our personal care product.</li>
<li>Apply your own makeup on camera, demonstrating your personal beauty routine.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the production team to capture the desired aesthetic and messaging of the campaign.</li>
<li>Provide feedback and insights on the product use, if requested.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Female talent based in or able to travel to Toronto.</li>
<li>Comfortable and skilled in applying your own makeup.</li>
<li>Available for the entire shoot duration.</li>
<li>Non-Union only. This casting call is specifically for unrepresented talent. If you have an agent, please have them submit your application via Breakdown Express on your behalf.</li>
<li>Must be able to provide a short video as part of the application process. Instructions for the video submission will be provided below.</li>
</ul>
Compensation Details:
<ul>
<li>Selected participants will be compensated between $500-$1000, depending on the role and involvement in the campaign.</li>
<li>Payment details will be finalized upon selection.</li>
</ul>

CASTING WOMEN FOR BEAUTY CAMPAIGN - $500-$1000

Casting Call: "See No Evil" Season 10 - Look-alike Talent
About the Project: "See No Evil," the acclaimed true crime series, is returning for its 10th season. We are seeking talented individuals to join our cast in various roles, including a specific need for look-alike talent to match a provided photo. This series delves into chilling crimes, reconstructed through surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts, providing a unique perspective on the events that unfolded.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
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Participate in filming as per the role assigned, which could range from specific look-alike roles to general background talent.
</li>
<li>
Work closely with the director and production team to achieve the desired scene outcomes.
</li>
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Attend costume fittings, makeup sessions, and rehearsals as required.
</li>
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Maintain a professional demeanor on set and adhere to the production's schedule and guidelines.
</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>
Must be a Canadian Permanent Resident or Citizen, with taxes paid in Ontario for the year 2023.
</li>
<li>
Ages 18-70, all ethnicities are welcome to apply.
</li>
<li>
Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory for background roles.
</li>
<li>
Ability to closely resemble the person in the provided photo (for look-alike roles).
</li>
<li>
Must be available for filming on scheduled dates in Ontario.
</li>
<li>
Non-Union.
</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>
Actor roles: $325-$425 per day.
</li>
<li>
Background roles: $180 per day.
</li>
</ul>

$425/Day "See No Evil" Season 10 Open Casting Call

Casting Call: Women for Beauty Campaign
Job Detail: We are seeking women for an upcoming social media campaign focused on personal care products. This is a fantastic opportunity for unrepresented talent who are confident in applying their own makeup and wish to showcase their skills in a professional setting. This project is being cast in Toronto and is open to women, female-identifying, and non-binary individuals, with a strong encouragement for BIPOC women to apply.
Usage: Content will be used on social media platforms for a duration of 3 months paid and may continue organically for up to 1 year. There is a possibility for renewal, subject to a 10% increase per timeframe.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate in a one-day shoot for a personal care product campaign.</li>
<li>Apply your own makeup on camera, demonstrating both skill and confidence in personal care and beauty.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the production team to fulfill the creative vision of the campaign.</li>
<li>Be available for the entire day of the shoot as scheduled.</li>
<li>Follow instructions and guidelines provided by the campaign team to ensure a successful shoot.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Must be comfortable and skilled in applying your own makeup.</li>
<li>Open to women, female-identifying, and non-binary individuals. BIPOC women are strongly encouraged to apply.</li>
<li>Non-Union.</li>
<li>Unrepresented talent only. If you have an agent, please have them submit your application through Breakdown Express.</li>
<li>Must be based in or able to travel to Toronto (Etobicoke) for the shoot.</li>
<li>Ability to follow directions and work well under the direction of the production team.</li>
<li>Must provide a short video as part of the application process. Instructions for the video submission will be provided. Please have your video ready to upload before starting the application.</li>
</ul>
Compensation: $500 for the session, plus $500 for usage. Please note, usage compensation is only payable if featured in the final edit.

$1,000 Casting Women for Beauty Campaign

Casting Call: Hairstylists Specializing in Blond Colour Treatments
Job Description: We are seeking a talented and charismatic Hairdresser/Hair Stylist with a specialization in Blond Colour treatments for an upcoming video production. The selected hairstylist will play a pivotal role in leading conversations and demonstrating techniques in a series of videos focused on Blond hair care products.
Job Responsibilities:
<ol>
<li>Engage in on-camera discussions with the host, covering various topics related to Blond hair care.</li>
<li>Demonstrate Blond Colour treatments and related hairstyling techniques.</li>
<li>Deliver scripted lines as well as engage in spontaneous, natural banter on camera.</li>
<li>Bring a unique blend of personality, charm, and expertise to the production.</li>
</ol>
Requirements:
<ol>
<li>Proven experience as a Hairdresser/Hair Stylist, with a focus on Blond Colour treatments.</li>
<li>Comfortable and charismatic on camera, with the ability to convey scripted and unscripted content engagingly.</li>
<li>Availability to shoot on the specified date in Toronto.</li>
<li>Ability to bring a unique and appealing on-screen presence.</li>
<li>Not currently promoting or having a personal line of hair care products (to avoid conflict of interest).</li>
</ol>
Compensation Details:
<ul>
<li>Session Fee: $500</li>
<li>Usage Rights Fee: $1000 (covering Online Video, Social Media, and Digital Media usage in Canada from February to May 2024)</li>
</ul>

$1,500 Commercial Casting Call for Hairstylists

Casting Call: Child Actor and Mother for Orthodontic Product Commercial
Job Details: We are excited to announce a casting call for a commercial featuring a new, innovative orthodontic product. We are seeking real children, aged 7-10, who have a narrow palate, with or without their mothers. This is a fantastic opportunity for those experiencing or about to undergo orthodontic treatment with a palatal expander or similar device.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate in the filming of the commercial, following the director's guidance.</li>
<li>Engage in wardrobe fitting and preparation activities.</li>
<li>Attend a prep day at an orthodontist's office for professional consultation (if required).</li>
<li>Cooperate with the production team for photoshoots and video recordings.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Children aged 7-10 with a narrow palate, possibly using or candidates for a palatal expander.</li>
<li>Unrepresented talent only. If you have an agent, submissions must be made through them.</li>
<li>Ability to attend in-person callback auditions in Toronto, if selected.</li>
<li>Parents must submit photos highlighting their child's teeth, and optionally, a self-tape audition.</li>
<li>Comfortable with media release and usage rights for the commercial.</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>Session Fee: $600</li>
<li>Usage Fee: $4500</li>
<li>Wardrobe Fitting Fee: $75</li>
<li>Prep Day at Orthodontist: $200</li>
</ul>

$5,000+ Orthodonist Video Shoot Casting Call for Kids

Casting Call: "Our First Home" - A New TV Series
Job Description: We are searching for dynamic couples and duos who have recently embarked on the journey of homeownership. If you've purchased your first home within the last six months, we invite you to share your unique story with a national audience on our new TV series, "Our First Home."
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Share your home-buying journey, including the search, decision-making, and moving-in processes.</li>
<li>Participate in on-camera interviews and allow filming in your new home.</li>
<li>Provide insights into the challenges and triumphs of first-time home buying.</li>
<li>Engage in a series of filming sessions, following a schedule agreed upon with the production team.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Must be part of a couple or duo who jointly purchased a home.</li>
<li>The home purchase should have been completed within the last six months.</li>
<li>Comfortable with being filmed and interviewed for television.</li>
<li>Ability to articulate your experiences and emotions related to home buying.</li>
<li>Availability for all filming schedules as coordinated with the production team.</li>
<li>No prior television or acting experience is required.</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>$1,000 payment for participation in the series.</li>
<li>A unique opportunity to share your story on a national platform.</li>
<li>Potential additional benefits (to be discussed upon selection).</li>
</ul>

$1,000 Casting Call for People Who Bought Their First House

Casting Call: Real Families for Meal Delivery Campaign
Job Description: We are excited to announce a casting call for real families to participate in an upcoming advertising campaign for a prominent meal delivery company. This campaign aims to showcase the joy and convenience of family meals facilitated by our service.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate in filming sessions as directed, portraying the use and enjoyment of meal delivery services in a family setting.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the production team and follow directions for various scenes.</li>
<li>Be available for the entirety of the shooting schedule.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Families must consist of at least one child aged between 6-16 years. Unfortunately, we cannot consider children under the age of 6 for this project.</li>
<li>BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) families are heavily encouraged to apply, supporting our commitment to diversity and inclusion.</li>
<li>No previous acting experience is required, emphasizing authenticity and natural family interactions.</li>
<li>Must be based in or able to travel to Toronto for the duration of the shoot.</li>
<li>Families should be comfortable being filmed and have a genuine interest in participating in a commercial campaign.</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>Session Fee: $500 per day, per family member, for the days spent filming.</li>
<li>Usage Fee: An additional $2000 per family member, payable only if included in the final cut of the commercial.</li>
<li>These rates are individual, meaning each participating family member will be compensated separately.</li>
</ul>

$2,500 CASTING REAL FAMILIES FOR MEAL DELIVERY CAMPAIGN

Casting Call: Background Talent
Job Description:
We are seeking background talent to join the production of the ACTRA Feature Film, "The Unrestricted War." This is a primarily Asian-themed project, encompassing various Asian ethnicities such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc. The production offers opportunities for both ACTRA and non-union spots, with several roles requiring continuity.
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Act as background talent in various scenes, enhancing the visual authenticity of the film.</li>
<li>Follow directions provided by the director and production team to accurately portray the intended atmosphere and setting of each scene.</li>
<li>Maintain professionalism and focus during long periods of waiting and filming.</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Age range: 6 - 80 years old.</li>
<li>Ethnically Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, etc).</li>
<li>No previous acting experience required, though it is a plus.</li>
<li>Ability to take direction and work well within a team.</li>
<li>Reliable and punctual.</li>
</ul>
Compensation:
<ul>
<li>Compensation will be provided based on ACTRA standards for union members.</li>
<li>Non-union talent will receive a competitive daily rate.</li>
<li>Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.</li>
<li>Transportation stipends may be provided for select roles and locations.</li>
</ul>

"The Unrestricted War" Feature Film Casting Call

The Casting Group

CASTING PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES for upcoming Inclusive Workplaces Ad Campaign (Toronto &amp; Halifax). This spot is joyful in nature. It also delivers an important message that can&rsquo;t get lost.
Union Status: ACTRA (PLEASE NOTE: we will consider non-ACTRA talent for some of these roles)
Submission Deadline: Friday, February 10th @ 8pm EST
Shoot Date(s): Feb 28-Mar 1 (one shoot day within this date range)
Callback Date(s): 02/14/2023 (Remote Virtual Video Audition)
Shoot Location: Halifax, NS, Canada (If Ontario talent are booked for role(s), flight and accommodation + scale Per Diem will be provided.)
Rate of Pay / Contract: ACTRA SCALE
Usage: Usage will be one year online.
SPECIAL NOTE:*THERE WILL BE TWO VERSIONS OF THIS CAMPAIGN (FRENCH &amp; ENGLISH). THEREFORE, WE ARE LOOKING TO CAST FRENCH &amp; ENGLISH TALENT. PLEASE INDICATE IF TALENT IS FLUENTLY BILINGUAL, AS THEY WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR BOTH VERSIONS OF CAMPAIGN.
ROLE(S):
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<li class="p1">EMPLOYEE WITH DISABILITY: Ages 18 + years old; all ethnicities; any gender. *THERE WILL BE TWO VERSIONS OF THIS CAMPAIGN (FRENCH &amp; ENGLISH). THEREFORE, WE ARE LOOKING TO CAST TWO DIFFERENT TALENT FOR THIS ROLE (ONE FRENCH SPEAKING AND ONE ENGLISH SPEAKING).</li>
<li class="p1">HEARING-IMPAIRED EMPLOYEE: Ages 18 + years old; all ethnicities; any gender. Talent must be able to sign ASL and/or LSQ. *THERE WILL BE TWO VERSIONS OF THIS CAMPAIGN (FRENCH &amp; ENGLISH). THE PHRASE WILL BE "I&rsquo;m right here!&rdquo;</li>
</ol>

Inclusive Workplaces Ad Campaign by The Casting Group

The Casting Group