Professional Casting for a Paid Insurance Commercial
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking actors for a cinematic commercial that follows everyday moments across Canada—home life, work, travel, and community. The final video will feel like a montage of real people in real, authentic moments of life. Please, see the details below. Rate: Non union. Paid (Please, see rates in the character descriptions). Additional information: They will move between different scenes—a couple on a road trip, someone at work, a family at home… capturing small, relatable moments that feel honest and lived-in. There’s very little dialogue. It’s more about natural behavior, reactions, and moments that feel true to real life. Looking for real people or actors who can deliver subtle, believable performances. Commercial Type: National campaign. Region: National. Use Period: 4 years. Exclusivity: Non-exclusive Usage Includes: Online social media release Digital media release Worldwide web use Website use Social media and YouTube pre-roll (paid/push advertising across all digital platforms) Informational presentations Educational presentations or courses Internal marketing use Brand awareness and company advertising In-house use (work examples, case studies, etc.) Print and photography use Paid broadcast or TV commercial. Shoot Dates: April 12 & 15, 2026 (role dependent). Location: Vancouver, BC. SELF-TAPES DUE BY: APRIL 5, 2026 (11:59 PM). Please, see the attachment. When applying, please submit the following: Self-tape Please include a slate stating: Name Height City you are based in What unions(s) you belong to (if not with any union, state non-union) Full body shot where you turn around in one complete circle Head shot (natural, minimal retouching preferred) Availability for shoot dates City of residence Legal working status in Canada Subject line: "SUBMISSION – [Role Name] – [Your Name]".
6 role s
Female/Non-Binary/Trans Man/Trans Woman. Shoot date: April 12, 2026. Expected time on set: 6 hours. Rate: $400 flat rate (includes usage/buyout). Overtime: $100 per hour over 6 hours.
Female/Non-Binary/Trans Man/Trans Woman. A high maintenance person ordering a way-too-specific coffee. Rate: $400 flat rate (includes usage/buyout). Shoot Day: April 12, 2026. Expected time on set: 6 hours. Overtime: $100 per hour over 6 hours.
Female/Non-Binary/Trans Man/Trans Woman. An Insurance advisor speaking with a client, helping them understand their insurance. Rate: $400 flat rate (includes usage/buyout). Shoot Day: April 12, 2026. Expected time on set: 6 hours. Overtime: $100 per hour over 6 hours.
A skilled trade-person mid-job. Rate: $400 flat rate (includes usage/buyout). Shoot Day: April 15, 2026. Expected time on set: 6 hours. Overtime: $100 per hour over 6 hours.
A parent managing everyday tasks at home. Rate: $1,125 flat rate (includes usage/buyout) (includes BOTH shoot days). Shoot Days: April 12 and April 15, 2026. Expected Time on Set: April 12: 5 hours. April 15: 8 hours. Overtime: $100/hour beyond the estimated times above.
A partner in a young family. Rate: $1,125 flat rate (includes usage/buyout) (includes BOTH shoot days). Shoot Days: April 12 and April 15, 2026. Expected Time on Set: April 12: 5 hours. April 15: 8 hours. Overtime: $100/hour beyond the estimated times above.