Selected open roles for talent

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Realtor

Male - 50 to 65 yrsSupporting Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
To Blend In
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

The realtor is a polite, talkative and seemingly welcoming character. However, he is the representation of day-to-day unconscious biases. Through comments and assumptions that quickly turn into microaggressions, he introduces us to the new reality Laura will face as a minority in the U.S. He is curious about Laura's background and her almost unpredictable accent for a non-American person, but still reinforces discrimination, making her aware of her position as an outsider.

Latina Girl

Female - 19 to 22 yrsExtras Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
To Blend In
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A helpless Latina student who becomes the target of racist remarks on campus. She is vulnerable in this society because of her naivety; bullied solely due to her speaking her native language. She reflects a version of Laura that is still visibly connected to her roots but is too ashamed to accept who she is.

Girl student

Female - 19 to 24 yrsExtras Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
To Blend In
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

She is confident and integrated within the university. This girl is the pure reflection of what Laura is yet to become if she keeps on hiding who she truly is. As she is a white woman who has never faced prejudice and discrimination due to who she is, her ignorance leads her to participate in racist comments.

Male student

Male - 19 to 24 yrsExtras Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
To Blend In
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

He is confident and integrated within the community. As a man who has never faced prejudice and discrimination due to who he is, his ignorance leads him to participate in racist comments.

Teacher

All - 35 to 65 yrsExtras Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
To Blend In
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Professional and well-intentioned, the teacher is your typical devoted instructor who has been teaching for years and has this love and passion towards the institution.

AMY

Female - 20 to 30 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
CFC COMEDY LAB - THREADBARE - NEW ROLE
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Female, 20–30, any ethnicity. Amy is Sunila’s co-worker. She's a hipster "It Girl" - attractive with an edge. Amy is seen having a phone call with Sunila speaking in hushed tones.

The Mindful Leader

Female - 35 to 50 yrsLead Non union
Project title
UNERA: "THE PURPOSE OF MONEY"
Media
Internet
Due date
Thursday April 23, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

East Asian (Chinese). A high-level executive who finds balance. Performance requires a transition from high-pressure intensity to calm relief. Must be comfortable performing basic yoga movements.

The Music Teacher

Male - 40 to 55 yrsLead Non union
Project title
UNERA: "THE PURPOSE OF MONEY"
Media
Internet
Due date
Thursday April 23, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Middle Eastern / Arab / : An authoritative, grounded, and sophisticated professional. Performance requires a shift from a boardroom environment to a music room setting. Talent must look natural instructing a cello player—specifically adjusting posture or rhythm. We are looking for a face that suggests a history of leadership and a deep appreciation for classical discipline.

The Young Keeper

Male - 20 to 30 yrsLead Non union
Project title
UNERA: "THE PURPOSE OF MONEY"
Media
Internet
Due date
Thursday April 23, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Indigenous / First Nations (Coast Salish preferred): A young man participating in a drum circle. He represents the "Homecoming of Value." Requires a rhythmic, grounded presence and a deep connection to heritage.

The Community Sage

Female - 60 to 75 yrsLead Non union
Project title
UNERA: "THE PURPOSE OF MONEY"
Media
Internet
Due date
Thursday April 23, 2026
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Black / African Diaspora: An elderly matriarchal figure. She is the "Safety of the Sanctuary." Performance is focused on active listening and offering intergenerational wisdom in a library-style setting.

Zorawer

Male - 28 to 35 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Tall, lanky Sikh man, preferably untrimmed beard, Must be fluent in English and Punjabi A gentle soul with quiet strength, grounded and full of kindness. A man of few words, feels the world deeply and have a very few friends. Lost his father in his teens, his friend and now partner became his only refuge.

Kid Zorawer

Male - 7 to 11 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Age: 7-11, young Sikh boy, innocent and curious. Must be fluent in English and Punjabi

Avtar

Male - 40 to 50 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Age: 40+, Tall, Sikh man, untrimmed beard, Zorawer’s Father Calm and composed, leads with kindness, charm and little humour. Hard worker, very proud of his roots and culture

Sarah

Female - 28 to 35 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Age: 28-35, White, charming, cute with a little bit of quirk. Coloured streaks in her hair Grew up together with Zorawer and now his partner Attentive to small details in everyday life, loves reading.

Teen Zorawer

Male - 18 to 21 yrsActor Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Tall, lanky Sikh man, untrimmed beard, must pass for 16-17 years old Must be fluent in English and Punjabi

Teen Sarah

Female - 18 to 22 yrsActor Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Paper Plane
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 1, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto, Ottawa
Role description

Age: Passing for 16-17 years old, White Loves music

MIRA

Female - 20 to 30 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
TFS - Who You're Seeing
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

20s. Any ethnicity. During what is seemingly a podcast interview about her love life, Mira opens up about a significant relationship. Nervous, but excited and eager to do well, she listens closely and takes the interview seriously. As the interview shifts, she becomes more aware and guarded, realizing that things aren't what they seem.

THE HOST

Male - 30 to 60 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
TFS - Who You're Seeing
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday April 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Composed and observant, the Host runs the interview with quiet confidence. He maintains the same calm, professional demeanor throughout, even as the conversation shifts. He's determined to stay focuses and not engage emotionally.

KATIE

Female - 6 to 8 yrsPrincipal Union
Project title
Stevie and The Sacred Animals - WINNIPEG ONLY
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday April 22, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

KATIE, Female, 6, any ethnicity. Katy is Stevie’s best friend from the city. She has never been to a First Nation community before, and is excited to spend time with Stevie and her cousins. Katy loves learning new activities in nature – it’s different from where she lives, but so much fun! OPEN TO ALL

CORY

Male - 12 to 14 yrsActor Union
Project title
Stevie and The Sacred Animals - WINNIPEG ONLY
Media
TV Series
Due date
Wednesday April 22, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

CORY, Male, 12, Indigenous. River’s basketball-loving friend. INDIGENOUS