jigsaw casting ltd. is looking for all types of torontonians for an upcoming campaign!

description
we are working on a video for toronto tourism and looking to create a collage of what it means to exist in toronto. what truly defines a city are the people within it so we want to showcase toronto’s diversity and inclusivity.

roles
caribana woman: looking for a female toronto caribana dancer! age range is 25-35 years old. the bigger and crazier your costume(s) the better! please let us know if you have access to any costumes. this is a lead role and would shoot 3 days. pays approx. $3000 if selected.

real kissing couples: looking for all types of real couples to kiss! age range is 20-60 years old. lgbtq, seniors, edgy/punk rock types…you name it, we want to hear from you! along with everyday pictures please include a kissing picture in your submission. pays approx. $1000 if selected.

real beach friends: looking for real friends willing to strip! age range is 25-50 years old. in the spot we see our friends strip down on the beach and run into the water as a dare! nudity implied, might see backside. pays approx. $1000 if selected.

real karaoke friends: looking for real friends who go to karaoke together! ideally looking for groups of three. pays approx. $1000 if selected.

wild card: for this role we are looking for people that personify toronto! whether it is joe who has run the hot dog stand for 20 years or the gold statue guy at dundas square or a drag queen who performs every saturday or a celebrity chef…we want to hear from all walks of life! if we were doing a documentary about toronto who should be included? you can submit yourself or nominate someone. this is a non paying role but it is a great opportunity to be showcased!

details & submission information
if interested, you must submit in order to be considered.
1. your name(s), age(s) and tell us about yourself!
2. photo(s) of yourself (where we can clearly see your face. ideally no hats or sunglasses).
3. your primary contact information (phone number & email address) *if you are a represented actor, please include your union status, resume & your agent’s contact information
4. please write ‘toronto tourism’ in subject line of e-mail, along with your name(s), age(s) and role you are applying for. (e.g. toronto tourism- jason brown- age 35- chef)

*we are hoping to book as many people as possible from submission only and by pass auditions so please submit with as much detail as possible

submissions are due by: tuesday, october 11th at 9am (however the earlier you submit the better your chances!)
you must be available for these key dates (in toronto):
audition: october 12th
shoot: october 17th-20th

questions or concerns
*if you have already submitted for this project, you do not need to resubmit your information
*please note that you will not be compensated for the audition
*this is a union job. real people will be permitted
*you must be a permanent resident or canadian citizen to participate