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Astrid

Female - 18 to 25 yrsLead Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
BIG HUGS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday June 1, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Once a reckless, thrill-seeking teenager; the unexpected responsibility of caring for her mother with Alzheimer's has forced Astrid to grow up fast. Now, isolated from her peers and stuck in a monotonous cycle of caregiving, Astrid has grown dejected. At her core, Astrid is a dreamer and wants much more out of life but feels an obligation to her mother. Torn between doing the right thing and pursuing a life of her own, Astrid realizes she has an impossible decision before her - Open to all ages that can convincingly play a young woman in her early 20s - This role will shoot both in Tiny, ON and Ottawa, ON, for which accommodations and travel assistance will be available.

Marianne

Female - 50 to 70 yrsLead Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
BIG HUGS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday June 1, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

A single mom and school teacher, Marianne can come across as harsh and insensitive, but deep down she only wants what's best for her only daughter. After Astrid's father left them when she was young, Marianne learned that she needed a thick skin if she was going to provide for Astrid as a single mother Growing forgetful and finding herself scattered, Marianne took herself to a doctor where she was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s. Now, only in her late fifties, Marianne’s condition has quickly declined leaving her in the sole care of her daughter, Astrid. Feeling lost, scared, and confused, Marianne has lost much of her edge - even so, her go-getter attitude persists through her condition, and she does her best to enjoy the little moments of her simple life. - Open to all ages that can convincingly play an older woman in her 50-60s. Shooting takes place in Tiny, ON over 3-4 days, for which accommodations will be available.

Ben

Male - 18 to 25 yrsSupporting Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
BIG HUGS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday June 1, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Easygoing and popular, Ben has always been a good kid. He excels at sports, school and is an active member of his community. Attending a prestigious university with a cushy job lined up at his father's company, Ben is on course to live a life of success and comfort; rarely stressed or unsure of himself. While Ben means well, this smooth ride he has enjoyed so far has left him somewhat naive, out of touch, and unempathetic. He believes that life is actually pretty simple - as long as you work hard, you will get what you want - Open to all ages that can convincingly play a younger man in his early 20s. Shooting takes place in Tiny, ON.

Charlie (Charlotte)

All - 25 to 45 yrsSupporting Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
BIG HUGS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday June 1, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Charlotte is an uppity, caring, and empathetic young professional who takes her job as a social worker very seriously. She believes in the work that she does. Making the lives of elderly men and women struggling with memory related illnesses as comfortable as possible brings her great purpose and joy - Open to all ages that can convincingly play a woman in her 30-40s. Shooting takes place in Ottawa, ON (Ottawa Local Preferred).

LE PATIENT

Male - 17 to 25 yrsPremier Rôle Union
Project title
APPEL DE CASTING | L'AVENTURE INVISIBLE (THÉÂTRE DOCUMENTAIRE)
Media
Theatre
Due date
Sunday April 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

* SPÉCIFICITÉS : Nous recherchons divers profils, qu’ils soient artistes professionnelles ou non-professionnelles. Habitués de la scène ou non. Nous recherchons essentiellement des passeurs de parole. Pour « Le patient » un très jeune comédien chargé de prêter sa voix à Jérôme Hamon, le premier homme au monde à avoir subi une greffe totale du visage. Nous recherchons : Une personne qui fasse très jeune, mais qui puisse aussi avoir un côté désuet, qui ne soit pas trop ancré dans sa génération, quelqu’un qui puisse être traversé par différents âges. Étudiant finissant en art dramatique ou comédien de la relève.

L'ARTISTE

Trans-male - 30 to 50 yrsPremier Rôle Union
Project title
APPEL DE CASTING | L'AVENTURE INVISIBLE (THÉÂTRE DOCUMENTAIRE)
Media
Theatre
Due date
Sunday April 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

Personne s’identifiant comme non-binaire ou homme trans * SPÉCIFICITÉS : Nous recherchons divers profils, qu’ils soient artistes professionnelles ou non-professionnelles. Habitués de la scène ou non. Nous recherchons essentiellement des passeurs de parole. Un.e artiste qui travaille sur des œuvres vidéo et qui est obsédé.e par la photographe et écrivaine Claude Cahun. Né.e femme, l’artiste s’identifie comme personne non-binaire, a subi une mastectomie et suit un traitement hormonal, mais n’a pas effectué de transition complète pour devenir homme. Nous recherchons : Une personne s’identifiant comme non-binaire ou homme trans (FTM), blanche, âgée de 30 à 50 ans. Doit pouvoir correspondre visuellement avec les images des films de Sarah Pucill. Une expérience ou un profil artistique serait un plus. *PAS BESOIN D'AVOIR EU UNE MASTECTOMIE POUR LE RÔLE !!

LA SCIENTIFIQUE

Female - 50 to 70 yrsPremier Rôle Union
Project title
APPEL DE CASTING | L'AVENTURE INVISIBLE (THÉÂTRE DOCUMENTAIRE)
Media
Theatre
Due date
Sunday April 20, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

*DOIT AVOIR UN ACCENT ANGLOPHONE ! FEMME ISSU DE LA DIVERSITÉ UNIQUEMENT. * SPÉCIFICITÉS : Nous recherchons divers profils, qu’ils soient artistes professionnelles ou non-professionnelles. Habitués de la scène ou non. Nous recherchons essentiellement des passeurs de parole. La Scientifique est une neuroanatomiste ayant subi un AVC, ayant perdu son identité et dû reconstruire sa vie. Nous recherchons : Une femme âgée de 50 à 70 ans, de type universitaire, pouvant être crédible en tant que neuroscientifique. Nous privilégions une personne BIPOC, avec un accent américain en français, afin qu’elle soit plausible en tant qu’Américaine mais résidant à Montréal depuis quelques années.

FEMME 1 | Femme 48-55 ans | embonpoint, taille + o

Female - 48 to 55 yrsSOC Union
Project title
MOUNJARO
Media
Commercial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Embonpoint, taille + ou surpoids Les artistes devront prendre plaisir à danser, faire du lipsync, bouger et assumer leur joie d’être!

HOMME 2 | Homme 40-45 ans | embonpoint, taille + o

Male - 40 to 45 yrsSOC Union
Project title
MOUNJARO
Media
Commercial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Embonpoint, taille + ou surpoids Les artistes devront prendre plaisir à danser, faire du lipsync, bouger et assumer leur joie d’être!

FEMME 3 | Femme 45 ans | embonpoint, taille + ou s

Female - 45 to 45 yrsSOC Union
Project title
MOUNJARO
Media
Commercial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Embonpoint, taille + ou surpoids Les artistes devront prendre plaisir à danser, faire du lipsync, bouger et assumer leur joie d’être!

Leila

Female - 25 to 35 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Project Crisis (Internal Training Videos)
Media
Industrial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities. Female nurse with a calming presence. Featured in multiple scenarios, including supportive and de-escalation scenes. SPEAKING ROLE. Open to real nurses.

Omar

Male - 30 to 50 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Project Crisis (Internal Training Videos)
Media
Industrial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities. Male nurse, experienced and calm under pressure. Handles phone interactions and helps with de-escalation. SPEAKING ROLE.Open to real nurses.

Jonah

Male - 20 to 25 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Project Crisis (Internal Training Videos)
Media
Industrial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities. Young male patient experiencing anxiety about medical procedures. SPEAKING ROLE.

Kate

Female - 40 to 60 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Project Crisis (Internal Training Videos)
Media
Industrial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities. Female patient, frustrated and disputing a medical bill over the phone. SPEAKING ROLE.

Miles

Male - 20 to 30 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Project Crisis (Internal Training Videos)
Media
Industrial
Due date
Wednesday April 16, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities. A late-arriving patient who escalates into a disruptive situation. SPEAKING ROLE.

Hostage

Female - 20 to 60 yrsBackground Union
Project title
Serenity Spa 2025
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday April 18, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities are welcome to apply. Talent is responsible for their own travel to the locations in the Greater Toronto Area. Must be available April 25 and April 27

Client

Male - 20 to 60 yrsBackground Union
Project title
Serenity Spa 2025
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday April 18, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

All ethnicities are welcome to apply. Talent is responsible for their own travel to the locations in the Greater Toronto Area. Must be available April 24

ITZIE

Male - 10 to 14 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
THE CONVERSION OF THE JEWS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday April 30, 2025
Submissions from
New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Detroit, Austin, Portland, Phoenix, Seattle, San Diego, Dallas, Columbus, San Jose, Denver, Memphis, Pittsburgh, Provo, Salt Lake City, Columbia, Indianapolis, Wilmington, Hartford, Tallahasse, Tampa, Honolulu, Frankfort, Baltimore, Minneapolis, New Orleans, Nashville, Raleigh, Knoxville, Richmond, Shreveport, Houston, Oklahoma City, Jackson, Charleston, Orlando, Sacramento, Albuquerque, St. Louis, San Antonio, Trenton, Newark, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Milwaukee
Role description

White Boy, age 10-14. He is practical and conventional. Loyal to his friends even though he doesn’t always understand their rebellious nature. This is the kid you want as your best friend. LEAD

YAKOV BLOTNIK

Male - 65 to 79 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
THE CONVERSION OF THE JEWS
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday April 30, 2025
Submissions from
New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Detroit, Austin, Portland, Phoenix, Seattle, San Diego, Dallas, Columbus, San Jose, Denver, Memphis, Pittsburgh, Provo, Salt Lake City, Columbia, Indianapolis, Wilmington, Hartford, Tallahasse, Tampa, Honolulu, Frankfort, Baltimore, Minneapolis, New Orleans, Nashville, Raleigh, Knoxville, Richmond, Shreveport, Houston, Oklahoma City, Jackson, Charleston, Orlando, Sacramento, Albuquerque, St. Louis, San Antonio, Trenton, Newark, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Milwaukee
Role description

70s, Male. The school custodian. He moves through the halls like a ghost from another world—, mumbling and always watching. The kids see him as a foreigner, or curious relic towards whom they are alternately fearful & disrespectful. They mock him, fear him, ignore him. But Blotnik sees everything. His muttered words, which Ozzie likens to a strange, droning prayer, hide a quiet wisdom. He’s bemused by the children’s antics—never surprised, often silently judging...SUPPORTING

Maestra Rodríguez

Female - 45 to 50 yrsOther Not designated
Project title
Los Corruptores Bloque 5
Media
TV Series
Due date
Tuesday April 15, 2025
Submissions from
Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara
Role description

Fornida, corpulenta, dominante e intimidante. Actriz de apariencia ruda o amenazante. Maestra del colegio Madrid. Le da clase a Viridiana y Nico. 1Ep