Casting
What We Are
Background Work is a platform that connects performers with casting teams. Performers retain full control of their profiles, applications, availability, and submissions. Casting teams review applicants, select talent, and manage bookings.
What We Are Not
Background Work is not a casting director or casting team. We do not make casting decisions or book performers for productions.
We are also not a talent agency. We do not represent performers or secure work on their behalf.
In short: Performers apply. Casting teams select and book. Background Work brings them together.
Casting Opportunities
Explore all our projects past present and future to get a complete view of the productions we’ve worked on those currently casting and the opportunities ahead From film and television to commercial work each project reflects our commitment to connecting the right talent with the right roles.
Projects
Sudbury
Telephone
Sep 1 2026Feature Film – Looking for a variety of local Sudbury residents to create a real small town vibe. Some shooting days will be overnight (Sept 16 and 22, still TBD) If you …
OTTAWA – NEW DATES ADDED
The Christmas Exchange
Sep 8 2026*PLEASE READ CAREFULLY** We are searching for ONTARIO performers only aged 7+ for various roles. CHILD ROLES OPEN FOR AGES 7 – 18 Please make …
Projects Supported by BW
An amazing experience start to finish.
As an ACTRA actor and a parent, I love using BackgroundWork.com to book background roles for both myself and my two daughters. The annual membership is worth it for the privacy and security of our photos and personal information alone. I also love that I can easily manage and update all three of our profiles in one place, making it simple to work around our ever-changing family schedule.
The Background Banter podcast and blog were invaluable resources. I learned so much from industry professionals, and they gave me the confidence to prepare both my girls for their first experiences on set.
Those experiences exceeded our expectations. My daughters were treated so well, had an amazing time, and even had the chance to meet some of the actors. It became more than just a job—it was a wonderful way to spend quality time together and create lasting memories as a family.
While agents are invaluable for speaking roles, I prefer managing our background bookings myself. It gives our family the flexibility we need without paying commissions on roles we can easily book directly. Whenever I’ve had a question, the BackgroundWork.com team has been quick to respond and incredibly helpful. It’s a reliable, user-friendly platform that I highly recommend.
Kelly Rigole, Actor (ACTRA)
As an experienced background casting director, I’ve appreciated the many features that have made booking background performers more streamlined and efficient. From shortlisting candidates to sharing profiles with production and everything in between, Background Work has helped us navigate productions of all sizes with greater ease.
The Background Work team has been responsive and open to feedback, continually growing and evolving to meet new casting challenges as they arise. It’s been a valuable tool in making the background casting process more efficient and manageable.
– Heather Madill, Casting Director
Frequently Asked Questions
Now you can apply directly to projects that are posted on the site by a variety of casting companies. Before applying to a project it’s best to thoroughly read through the project description.
The project description is a place where casting professionals can include important information about a project such as: locations, dates, role requirements, resident eligibility, and other information. Reading these descriptions ensures that you have the most information possible before applying to roles.
When you apply to a role, your profile is included in a talent pool accessible to background casting directors or associates. If you’ve been cast, you will receive an email congratulating you and asking you to accept the invitation for the role.
After accepting a role, you will receive another email 12-24 hours before your shoot date with details about the location and wardrobe.
f you need to change your plan, please contact support@backgroundwork.com for assistance.