Selected open roles for talent

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Dr. Vivian Hart

Female - 20 to 35 yrsLead Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Elegant, commanding, and brilliant. Founder and director of Hart Medical Center. Former residency colleague of Adrian. Offers him full control, a large salary, and eventually begins a romantic relationship. A true ally and powerful female lead.

Preston Vale

Male - 25 to 35 yrsSupporting Lead Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Entitled and ruthless hospital administrator. Son of President Vale. Wields power recklessly, firing top surgeons including Adrian. Becomes the key antagonist in the first arc of the series. Obsessed with proving himself to his father.

Fionna

Female - 20 to 35 yrsSupporting Lead Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Stylish hospital administrator and Adrian’s ex-girlfriend. Ambitious and calculating. Initially loyal to Adrian, but betrays him to align with Preston for personal gain. Continues to manipulate situations to protect her status.

Dr. David Marksman

Male - 30 to 45 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Arrogant and opportunistic. Steals Adrian’s surgical notebook and poses as a genius to climb the ranks at Vale. Becomes Chief of Surgery and attempts to take over the hospital's innovation division through lies and manipulation.

President Nelson Vale

Male - 50 to 70 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

President of Vale Hospital and Preston’s father. Authoritative and strategic. Deeply respects Adrian and originally brought him to the hospital to save his wife. Unaware that Preston fired Adrian, believing he’s still on staff.

Dr. Parker

Male - 40 to 55 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Seasoned, respected trauma chief. Stunned by Adrian’s surgical talent and quickly becomes an ally. Fired without cause by Preston. Later becomes Head of Trauma Surgery at Hart Medical Center under Adrian’s leadership.

Dr. Chen

Male - 30 to 45 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Intense and passionate surgeon. Initially doubts Adrian but becomes a vocal supporter after witnessing his brilliance in the OR. Fired by Preston but later recruited to join Adrian’s revolutionary team.

Dr. Sarah Rhodes

Female - 20 to 35 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
You Fired A Genius Surgeon
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Bright, competent, and compassionate ER doctor. She supports Adrian through the hospital upheaval and is ultimately fired for defending him. She later joins his new elite surgical team at Hart Medical Center.

Nora

Female - 23 to 27 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Nora's House
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A laid-back, introverted B-type with a dry sense of humor. An artist at heart—sensitive, thoughtful, and quietly sharp—Nora is currently stuck in a rut, navigating missed opportunities and creative blocks. Though she lacks structure and motivation, she has a strong sense of identity and doesn’t care what others think. She likes painting, reading, and watching arthouse films.

Sophie

Female - 23 to 27 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Nora's House
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A Type-A perfectionist and high-achiever who craves structure, keeps the apartment tidy, and tends to fill silence with small talk. She presents herself as confident and put-together, but her self-worth is closely tied to how others perceive her, especially in romantic situations. Enjoys running, travelling and self-help podcasts.

Christian

Male - 25 to 30 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Nora's House
Media
Short Film
Due date
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Outgoing, curious, and cultured. He's confident, open-minded and has an interest in people who challenge him intellectually. He is a film buff and enjoys backpacking and travelling to new places.

Host

All - 8 to 12 yrsPrincipal (PP) Non union
Project title
Grain Farmers of Ontario STEMterprise
Media
Commercial
Due date
Monday May 19, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

ROLE BREAKDOWN Child Host / Presenter (Lead) • Appears 8 – 12 years old (any gender / ethnicity) • Boundless energy and natural charisma – think kid YouTube star • Comfortable talking straight to camera, memorizing a short script, and improvising with the director • Clear diction, big facial expressions, playful physicality (jump cuts, pointing, reactions) • Previous on-camera / social-media experience an asset but not required SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS Deadline: Friday, 16 May 2025 – 6:00 PM ET 1. Self-tape 2. Headshot & résumé 3. Guardian info – name, phone, email. 4. Availability confirmation – confirm full-day availability in Kitchener on 27 May.QUICK FAQ • Travel reimbursement? Mileage or transit within Waterloo Region covered; GTA talent welcome but travel time unpaid. • Wardrobe? Bright, casual “kid influencer” clothes you already own (no visible logos). Bring three options. • Weather backup? Outdoor scenes will move under cover; shoot proceeds rain or shine. • School absence note? Provided on request.

Dancer and Choreographer

Female - 18 to 35 yrsPerformer Non union
Project title
MacMillan Education
Media
Educational
Due date
Friday May 23, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Professionally trained dancer and choreographer, capable of choreographing simple dance moves for children's education videos.

Soojin

Female - 30 to 40 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
Soon
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 30, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Korean. Soojin is our protagonist, dealing with the potential of her mom's illness, she struggles with ideas of death, familial duty, and her Korean Canadian identity. She is introspective, sensitive. Fluency in English and Canadian accent is required. Fluency in Korean is NOT required.

Umma

Female - 60 to 70 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
Soon
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 30, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Korean. Umma is Soojin’s ailing mother. She is judgemental, blunt, and sick of being stuck in the hospital with bland food and nothing to do. Fluency in Korean is required. Fluency in English is not required.

Halmoni

Female - 65 to 90 yrsSupporting Union or Non union
Project title
Soon
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday May 30, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Korean. Soojin’s halmoni. Warm, gentle, sweet. Fluency in Korean is required. Fluency in English is not required.

Harrison

Male - 25 to 40 yrsLead Non union
Project title
The Curtain Call
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday May 25, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

An up-and-coming actor trying to survive the industry. He’s someone who is reserved but is usually underestimated because of his good looks.

Jackson

Male - 40 to 60 yrsLead Non union
Project title
The Curtain Call
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday May 25, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

A charming late night talk show host. He can be a fatherly figure, but is ultimately controlling and ruthless.

Jane

Female - 20 to 35 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
The Curtain Call
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday May 25, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

She works at the diner Harrison frequents. As a witness to Harrison and Jackson’s aftermath in the murder incident, she plays her cards close to her chest. Note: Only needed for July 26 shoot day.

Police Officer

Male - 30 to 50 yrsDay Player Non union
Project title
The Curtain Call
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday May 25, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Non-speaking role. A rogue cop who is under Jackson’s pocket. Note: Only needed for July 26 shoot day.