FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We offer talent management and representation services for actors, models, musicians, and other performing artists.

You can submit an application through our website and we will review it. Alternatively, you can attend one of our open casting calls or send us an email to inquire about representation.

We represent a diverse range of talent, including actors, models, musicians, and other performing artists. We are always looking for new and unique talent to add to our roster.

We will email you work call times as soon as we receive them from production.
Please note, this can happen as late as the night before you are scheduled.
We will also send you any other necessary information, including shuttle location, shuttle times, locations, costume information, etc.

Simply make sure your schedule is entirely open for work days.

First off, arrive on time! Late appearances will result in late penalties and eventually you being removed from the database. This is done to maintain our relationships with casting.
 

Once you arrive, sign-in with production at the designated area communicated to you. ​
At this point, you'll be given a payment voucher to complete. Make sure to put your own name and mailing address so cheques will be sent directly to you. If you have questions on how to complete your voucher, ask production. ​

Be professional, respectful!

At the end of each day, make sure your voucher is completed by production and retain a copy for your records.​

1. Workplace Safety Certificate

First off, ​make sure you have either a digital or physical copy of your Workplace Safety Certificate from the Ministry of Labour. You can complete this course through the following LINK

2. Residency Documents

You will also need digital copies of your residency documents to prove you are a resident of Ontario. These documents could come in the form of three options:

OPTION #1: ​

• copy of my Notice of Assessment issued by CRA for the relevant tax year

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OPTION #2: If you do not have my 2020 Notice of Assessment, you will need both of the following documents:

• long-term (1 year or more) lease agreement or purchase agreement of a Canadian dwelling
• utility or cell phone bill covering the period which includes Dec. 31 of the relevant tax year

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OPTION #3: If both of the above are not available, you will need three of the following documents:

• Driver’s licence or vehicle registration from the relevant province
• Professional association or union membership in Canada
• Statement of account (e.g. bank account, RRSP, credit card or investment account) from a Canadian financial institution for the period which includes Dec. 31 of the relevant tax year
• Short-term (under 1 year) lease or letter from a landlord supporting a rental agreement
• Other government-issued identification or support, such as a provincial photo ID card, etc. or a CRA Notice of Assessment from the prior tax year 

3. Wardrobe

Casting may ask you to bring your own wardrobe options. They will send detailed wardrobe notes, and then pack a bag and get ready for the camera!

4. What you need to be comfortable

Depending on the production, you might be working outside so make sure you are prepared for the elements. It's always good to have your own water bottle on hand, or your favourite book to read during any down time!

Once you have worked you will receive payment in the mail directly from production.
If you haven't received payment after two weeks, send us an email at office@all-castings.com with the subject line:

"PRODUCTION NAME - DAYS YOU WORKED - YOUR NAME"

Once you receive payment, send a photo of all your paperwork (voucher, pay stubs, and cheque) here.

Make sure the vouchers are clear and have the gross payments amounts written clearly on them.  

Please process payment as soon as possible here.

One missed payment will remove you from the database.

Non-union and AABP performers are paid $17.20/hour with an eight-hour minimum pay, meaning if you work only one hour you will still receive payment for a full eight hours!

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Payment rates for full ACTRA members and ACTRA Apprentices are negotiated by the Union and posted in the Independent Production Agreement (IPA). You can find the IPA through the following LINK

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Background performers are also eligible for additional payments or special skills payment (SSE) for: travel time, cars, dogs, juggling, fittings etc. If you suspect you are eligible for an extra payments, speak with a member of production and ensure you have these details listed on your voucher.​

Commission Rates and HST: All commissions subject to HST.

Timely Payment: Commissions are due upon receipt of payment. A late fee applies if payment isn't made within 2 days of receiving the payment. 

• Commission Rates:

Full ACTRA:

• Regular Background Performance: 10% + 13% HST

• Commercials, Upgrades, Print or Promotional Work: 15% + 13% HST

Apprentice:

•  All Jobs: 15% + 13% HST

Non-Union / AABP:

• Regular Background Performance: 10% + 13% HST

• Work at Actra Apprentice Rate, Commercials, Upgrades, Promotional Work, Music Videos, Print or Specialty Work: 15% + 13% HST

We understand that things come up, but if you have to miss a booking it reflects poorly on All Castings and could compromise our relationship with casting. For these reasons, we charge cancellation fees at the following rates:

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More than 24hour notice (business days) cancellation: $25 (+HST)

Less than 24hour notice (business days) cancellation: $50 (+HST)

Late appearances can hold up production and reflects poorly on All Castings. For these reasons, we charge the following late fee:

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Late fee: $10 (+HST)

At any time, you can email us any new info or photos to office@all-castings.com with the subject line:

"NEW - YOUR NAME/PHOTO/SIZES etc."

All tax documents will be issued to you directly by production. If missing any documents, you will need to contact the production that employed you.