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Miss Brice

Female - 51 to 61 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
One Final Try
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday June 26, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Appearance: Miss Brice is a large, authoritative woman with a no-nonsense attitude. She dresses in professional yet comfortable clothing suitable for a school environment. Personality: Miss Brice is strict, observant, and has a deep appreciation for the arts. She cares about her students but can be oblivious to the undercurrents of bullying and social dynamics in her classroom. Her attempts to connect with students like Liv are well-meaning but often clumsy. Background: Miss Brice is a long-time teacher at the school, dedicated to fostering creativity and self expression through art. She sees potential in Liv and tries to encourage her, though she sometimes misses the mark in understanding Liv's deeper emotional struggles.

Tile

All - 25 to 40 yrsPrincipal (PP) Non union
Project title
Toothpaste
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday June 25, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver, Toronto, Montréal
Role description

- Black, Hispanic / Latin American - Interesting look, has a bunch of personality - Plays curiosity – then delight - Standard accent Ability to speak French is a HUGE plus but not mandatory as there will be one line in French and one in English.

Whiff

Male - 25 to 35 yrsSOC Non union
Project title
Toothpaste
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday June 25, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver, Toronto, Montréal
Role description

- Hispanic / Latin American, Black - Open to all body shapes and sizes - Interesting unique looking character - Needs to have shirt off and apply deodorant - Plays surprise and awkwardness

Eddie

Male - 17 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

High school student veering down a troublesome path of bullying, rebellion and petty crime. Grappling with ADHD and learning disabilities, falls in with a bad crowd in his search for acceptance and belonging.

Hunter

Male - 17 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Bully - He thrives on power and control, often using intimidation and physical strength to dominate others.

Zoe

Female - 17 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Bully - he enjoys playing mind games and has little empathy.

Mrs W.

Female - 60 to 70 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Retired teacher with a lot of patience but also strength. Compassionate

Mr Fitzcox

Male - 42 to 55 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Mr. Fitzcox, a teacher who unfortunately lacks the qualities of a great educator, is overly strict, unsympathetic, and can often come across as a bit of a bully.

Principal Vickers

Female - 40 to 55 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Retired teacher with a lot of patience but also strength. Compassionate

Angie

Female - 17 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Special Ed
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Eddie’s high school crush and Mrs W. grand-daughter. Kind and Fun

Harley

Male - 17 yrsLead Non union
Project title
YOLO
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

A depressed teen (17) with a traumatic past because of the loss of his twin brother. Lost, closed off, sarcastic, numb

Lyric

Female - 17 yrsLead Non union
Project title
YOLO
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

17 year-old spirited teen girl with Cystic Fibrosis, very bubbly, fun, extraverted, determined, optimistic, quirky

Diana

Female - 40 to 50 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
YOLO
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Lyric's mom. Protective and loving mom. She will do anything to protect her daugther.

Sandra

Female - 40 to 50 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
YOLO
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

She’s desperate to help and connect with her son Harley.

Dr Andrews

Male - 35 to 55 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
YOLO
Media
Pilot
Due date
Sunday June 30, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Doctor in charge of Harley's treatment following his suicide attempt.

Talent #1 - Mixed-Race Kid

All - 9 to 19 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
MIXED* (Working Title) Documentary Short Film
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday June 27, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Mixed-Race, Ethnicity Not Specified. We would love to interview a kid about their experiences being mixed-race. The child must feel comfortable in front of a camera and being interviewed. Outgoing, talkative, and extroverted are a plus. Must be able to read and write. Each participant will be given a prompt to write a letter to their parents before the filming begins. During the filming of the documentary we will interview the child about what they wrote in their letter, and ask them to read their letter out loud to their parents. Having the parent(s) involved is a crucial element to the interview. Please only submit if both the parent(s)/ guardian(s) and the child are comfortable with being interviewed for the documentary. (Please see parents casting breakdown below).

Talent #2 - Mixed-Race Middle Aged Adult

All - 20 to 40 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
MIXED* (Working Title) Documentary Short Film
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday June 27, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Mixed-Race, Ethnicity Not Specified. We are looking for a middle aged adult to interview about their experiences being mixed-race. Some topics that may arise in the interview may include; growing up mixed, young adulthood, the joys and challenges, and growing into your own skin. Outgoing, talkative, and extroverted are a plus but not mandatory! Each participant will be given a prompt to write a letter to their parents before the filming begins. During the filming of the documentary we will interview the subject about what they wrote in their letter, and ask them to read their letter out loud to their parents. Having the parent(s) involved is a crucial element to the interview. Please only submit if both the parent(s)/ guardian(s) and the subject are comfortable with being interviewed for the documentary. (Please see parents casting breakdown below).

Talent #3 - Mixed-Race Older Adult

All - 50 to 99 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
MIXED* (Working Title) Documentary Short Film
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday June 27, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Mixed-Race, Ethnicity Not Specified. We are looking for an older adult to interview about their experiences being mixed-race.Some topics that may arise in the interview may include; growing up mixed, young adulthood, the joys and challenges, and growing into your own skin. Outgoing, talkative, and extroverted are a plus but not mandatory! Each participant will be given a prompt to write a letter to their parents before the filming begins. During the filming of the documentary we will interview the subject about what they wrote in their letter, and ask them to read their letter out loud to their parents. We understand that parent(s)/ guardian(s) may no longer be around so please still submit regardless.

Talent #1 - Mixed-Race Kid’s Parents

All - 20 to 50 yrsSupporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
MIXED* (Working Title) Documentary Short Film
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday June 27, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Ethnicity Not Specified. We are looking for a child and their parents who are comfortable being vulnerable and interviewed on film. The parents of the child are there to support and complement the child’s experiences being mixed race. Parents will be interviewed and asked for their honest reaction to their child’s letter. Note to Parents About Minors: Please be advised that if your child is selected for this film you must be present with them on set throughout the duration of filming. We will be following all child labour laws and guardians must be involved with every step of filming.

Talent #2 - Mixed-Race Middle Aged Adult’s Parents

All Supporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
MIXED* (Working Title) Documentary Short Film
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday June 27, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Ethnicity Not Specified. We are looking for a family who is comfortable being vulnerable and interviewed on film. The parents of the mixed-race individual are there to support and complement the person’s experiences being mixed-race. Parents will be interviewed and asked for their honest reaction to their child’s letter.