Details
Union:Non union
Area of media:Commercial
Paid?:Yes
Rates:Non-speaking roles. Each of the roles will be compensated a session fee of $600 per shoot day. 1 or 2 shoot days expected pending scheduling. Usage rights $2500 inclusive of any agent's fees for 1 year all moving media and stills for all media including print and out of home.
Deadline:June 30, 2026
Cities for response:
Toronto
Commercial 1
The story follows a payroll professional reflecting on the importance of her work while we see the impact of
payroll on an employee's life—from welcoming a new baby, to managing household finances, to taking a
family vacation. The narrative positions payroll professionals as the people behind life's important moments.
The tone is authentic, warm, optimistic, and human. We are seeking talent who feel like real people rather
than traditional commercial actors.
payroll on an employee's life—from welcoming a new baby, to managing household finances, to taking a
family vacation. The narrative positions payroll professionals as the people behind life's important moments.
The tone is authentic, warm, optimistic, and human. We are seeking talent who feel like real people rather
than traditional commercial actors.
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| LEAD PAYROLL PROFESSIONAL | Female 30 - 45 Years old | |
Description Ethnicity: Open (diverse candidates encouraged)Non-speaking role (audio consists only of voiceover representing internal dialogue of LEAD PAYROLL PROFESSIONAL) Character Description: An experienced payroll professional who is calm, capable, trustworthy, and detail-oriented. She should feel like someone who takes pride in her work and understands the impact she has on others. The role relies heavily on subtle expressions and screen presence rather than dialogue delivery. Performance Requirements: • Strong non-verbal acting ability • Warm, intelligent presence • Natural and relatable • Able to convey confidence, empathy, and professionalism through expression alone Look & Feel: • Professional but approachable • Contemporary business attire • Authentic workplace appearance • Prefer candidates who feel like genuine professionals rather than polished corporate executives Reference: Think: • Trusted workplace expert • Competent problem solver • Warm and approachable mentor Talent to provide their own wardrobe (business smart / business casual). Options to be discussed prior to shoot. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| EMPLOYEE | Male 30 - 40 Years old | |
Description Ethnicity: OpenNon-speaking role (audio consists only of voiceover representing internal dialogue of LEAD PAYROLL PROFESSIONAL) Character Description: A working professional and new father navigating everyday life. Throughout the video he is seen: • Preparing for a newborn • Managing household finances • Preparing for family travel • Working in a professional environment He represents the people whose lives are positively impacted by payroll professionals. Performance Requirements: • Natural, authentic presence • Comfortable portraying subtle emotional moments • Strong lifestyle/commercial experience preferred • Able to portray gratitude, confidence, and optimism without being overly expressive Look & Feel: • Relatable Canadian professional • Approachable and genuine • Young father energy • Business casual appearance Talent to provide their own wardrobe (business smart / business casual plus casual at home attire). Options to be discussed prior to shoot. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| EMPLOYEE'S SPOUSE | Female 30 - 40 Years old | |
Description Ethnicity: OpenNon-speaking role (audio consists only of voiceover representing internal dialogue of LEAD PAYROLL PROFESSIONAL) Character Description: The employee's spouse is featured in a scene where they prepare to depart their condominium for a vacation. Performance Requirements: • Natural, authentic presence • Comfortable portraying subtle emotional moments Look & Feel: • Approachable and genuine Talent to provide their own wardrobe (casual at home attire, "headed to the airport to fly to their Portugal vacation"). Options to be discussed prior to shoot. | ||