Selected open roles for talent

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GRANT

Male - 35 to 40 yrsLead Union
Project title
The Trick That Turned - LEAD AND SUPPORTING ROLES
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday August 22, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

Description: A devoted father who masks suspicion with calm until the truth is undeniable. His quiet authority becomes a decisive force when protecting his son. H/M/W: Neat haircut, clean-shaven; casual but puttogether wardrobe, i.e. button-down dress shirt - untucked - dark jeans, dress shoes or nice running shoes.

CHAD

Female - 30 to 40 yrsLead Union
Project title
The Trick That Turned - LEAD AND SUPPORTING ROLES
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday August 22, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

Description: Blair’s lover — cocky, impulsive, and quick to intimidation when cornered. H/M/W: Shirtless in bed; jeans over boxers; casual, fitted t-shirt when dressed.

William Kurelek

Male - 25 to 45 yrsSOC Non union
Project title
Passion of Kurelek
Media
DocuDrama
Due date
Wednesday August 20, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

William Kurelek was introverted, egoless, refined and utterly passionate about his art. He suffered various aspects of mental illness - depression, depersonalization, and anxiety throughout his life. ... A loner, emotionally abused by a dominating and often cruel father, Kurelek was an outsider in every respect.

Dmytro Kurelek

Male - 55 to 70 yrsSOC Non union
Project title
Passion of Kurelek
Media
DocuDrama
Due date
Wednesday August 20, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

William Kurelek’s father Dmytro was a Ukrainian immigrant. Domineering, stubborn, with a ‘larger than life’ persona, he was a true old-world patriarch.

Mary Kurelek

Female - 50 to 65 yrsSOC Non union
Project title
Passion of Kurelek
Media
DocuDrama
Due date
Wednesday August 20, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

William Kurelek’s mother Mary was a hard-working Ukrainian immigrant. Uneducated, she usually deferred to her husband. Stoic by nature, Mary was not prone to displays of affection towards her children.

SKYLER

Female - 10 to 12 yrsLead Non union
Project title
Short Video - Mission Home
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday August 19, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Description: Smart, resourceful, and full of determination. Skyler’s room is a shrine to her two loves of Sports and Space, and when danger appears in the sky, she’s the first to take action. She’s a natural leader among her friends, quick-thinking under pressure, and deeply proud of her city. Personality Traits: Brave, inventive, confident, loyal, a spark of humor under pressure. Special Notes: Comfortable with physical action (running, biking, handling props). Strong facial expressions — we need to feel her determination, excitement, and relief for all scenes without dialogue.

FRIEND #1

All - 10 to 12 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Short Video - Mission Home
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday August 19, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Description: The "muscle" of the group — maybe literally strong, maybe just full of energy. Carries heavy gear, pushes the pace, and throws in a bit of comic relief with reactions. Personality Traits: Energetic, enthusiastic, loyal sidekick energy, quick to help. Special Notes: Comfortable carrying light gear/props and reacting physically to the action.

FRIEND #2

All - 10 to 12 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
Short Video - Mission Home
Media
Short Film
Due date
Tuesday August 19, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Description: The techie/tinkerer of the trio — handles wires, batteries, and cables to bring the SOS device to life. Slightly quirky and inventive, maybe cautious but comes through when it counts. Personality Traits: Focused, a bit of a problem-solver, moments of shyness but determined. Special Notes: Needs to be good with prop handling (connecting wires, “fixing” things), facial reactions to tense moments.

Presenter

Male - 38 to 55 yrsPrincipal (PP) Union
Project title
Project HeatSmart (ACTRA) *STILL LOOKING
Media
Commercial
Due date
Monday August 18, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

All Ethnicities. Calm, intelligent, and trustworthy professional. Note: The presenter will deliver a scripted product presentation in a clear, confident, and engaging tone, calm and professional. ON-CAMERA ROLE. Teleprompter experience is a plus, but not required. Must be fluent in English with a neutral North American accent.

THE MUSICIAN/ FATHER

Male - 34 to 47 yrsLead Non union
Project title
BLINK - MUSIC VIDEO
Media
Music Video / Filmclip
Due date
Friday August 15, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Sudbury
Role description

34-47 years. Worn and emotionally vulnerable after years in the spotlight. The father experiences a moment of personal breakdown that forces him to reevaluate his priorities and reconnect with his teenage daughter. Note: The role requires a strong resemblance to the attached younger actor, though slight aging with makeup is possible to allow some flexibility. See PICTURE REFERENCE:

Louisette

Female - 65 to 75 yrsDeuxième Rôle Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Cloche-pied
Media
Short Film
Due date
Monday September 1, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Louisette est la mère de Sylvain et la grand-mère d’Em. Il s’agit d’une femme douce remplie de bonnes intentions, mais également plutôt mère poule, ce qui la rend un peu agaçante aux yeux de son fils. Malgré les 45 ans de Sylvain, elle le traite comme un enfant, ce qui a pour effet de susciter quelques tensions au sein de leur relation.

Officer Barnes

Male - 30 to 40 yrsSupporting Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
APOSTASY
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday September 2, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Officer Barnes is a respected small-town cop and a family man, known for his warmth and dedication. But beneath his steady exterior lies a dark secret: years ago, he was involved in a fatal drunk driving incident, an event that was hidden and covered up, known only by Father Declan. Now, under Declan’s blackmail, Barnes is torn between guilt, duty, and the fear of exposure, haunted by a past that threatens to destroy the life he’s built.

Maurice

Male - 18 to 22 yrsSupporting Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
APOSTASY
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday September 2, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Maurice is a conflicted young man failed by the system meant to protect him. After becoming the target of a predatory priest, the young altar boy kills his abuser in self-defense. Though justified, he’s torn by guilt and moral consequence. Intelligent yet innocent, he embodies both righteous rebellion and the tragedy of a youth forced to bear the weight of violence.

Father Williams

Male - 40 to 60 yrsBackground Not designatedUnpaid
Project title
APOSTASY
Media
Film School
Due date
Tuesday September 2, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Father Williams, though dead from the start, is the story’s unseen antagonist whose actions haunt every character. A predator in priestly robes, he represents the institutional corruption Declan despises. His presence lingers like a ghost, shaping events and tension as his abuse of Maurice and other altar boys is slowly revealed. His shadow defines the moral decay at the heart of the story. Non-speaking role. The actor will be having a bloody makeup done to his face.

JAMES

Male - 18 to 34 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
IT TOOK THE NIGHT TO BELIEVE
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday October 5, 2025
Submissions from
Los Angeles
Role description

character portrayed is 18-34, Black, Caribbean or Hispanic male. The spark before the fire. Quick on his feet, big on charm, and allergic to overthinking. He’s the brother who’ll jump into the deep end. His impulsive streak sometimes lands him in trouble but he knows Faye, his sister, will be there to pull him out. NOTE: Actor must be able to play two characters. The role also involves simple stunts: running, crawling, and falling - all will be done in a supervised and safe environment)

FAYE

Female - 18 to 34 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
IT TOOK THE NIGHT TO BELIEVE
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday October 5, 2025
Submissions from
Los Angeles
Role description

character portrayed is 18-34, Black, Caribbean or Hispanic female. The brakes to, her brother, James’ gas pedal. Smart, steady, and responsible when it counts. She sees the angles he misses, but never lets him face the world alone. Where James leaps, she calculates. She has a knack for anticipating problems before they arise, which often makes her the voice of reason in their sibling duo. NOTE: The role involves simple stunts: running, crawling, and falling - all will be done in a supervised and safe environment)

SILAS

Male - 18 to 34 yrsSupporting Lead Union or Non union
Project title
IT TOOK THE NIGHT TO BELIEVE
Media
Short Film
Due date
Sunday October 5, 2025
Submissions from
Los Angeles
Role description

character portrayed is 18-34, Black, Caribbean or Hispanic male. James’s quick witted best friend and partner in crime. He’s the guy with the perfect comeback, the sharp tongued instigator who can defuse tension or spark it, depending on the mood. Beneath his verbal bravado, Silas struggles to stand firm, often bending to avoid conflict. NOTE: The role involves simple stunts: running, crawling, and falling - all will be done in a supervised and safe environment)

JERRY

Male - 60 to 70 yrsActor Union
Project title
Sullivan's Crossing S4 Ep.404
Media
TV Series
Due date
Friday August 15, 2025
Submissions from
Halifax
Role description

A retired fisherman with a friendly, easygoing manner. Prone to minor injuries, he visits Dr. Quincy Carlson’s clinic after spraining his ankle while walking his dog.

TANYA

Female - 40 to 45 yrsActor Union
Project title
Sullivan's Crossing S4 Ep.404
Media
TV Series
Due date
Friday August 15, 2025
Submissions from
Halifax
Role description

A worn-down single mother in her 40s juggling the demands of raising a young child. She visits Dr. Quincy Carlson’s clinic complaining of persistent lower back pain, which she attributes to everyday strain.

Charlie Haxton

Female - 27 to 40 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Written By
Media
Film School
Due date
Saturday August 16, 2025
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

A breakout up-and-coming author, Charlie Haxton is on top of the world. She’s a determined, career-driven creative who will do anything to advance her career, even if it means stealing her queer best friend’s private journal to turn a profitable “memoir” for her ambitions. While Charlie’s actions are contemptible, they’re rooted in an understandable ambition and relentless competitiveness to survive in the cutthroat media industry. With her success, Charlie has become used to living in her own bubble of constant validation, and that bubble is about to burst when Ivan returns to her life.