CASTING NOTICE

Powerhouse Casting is casting Various Gamers for a Gaming Commercial in Toronto!

We're looking for distinctive, authentic people with interesting faces and genuine presence. A wide mix of body types, skin tones and personal styles. Contemporary, aspirational and believable—not overly polished. Ideally Interesting and contemporary people with genuine gaming experience. Looking for a diverse range of looks and personalities.

We are looking for the following people, open to all ethnicities:

1. MILLENNIAL MEN - REAL GAMERS. Ages 30–40
2. MILLENNIAL WOMEN - REAL GAMERS. Ages 30–40
3. GEN Z MEN - REAL GAMERS. Ages 18–26.
4. GEN Z WOMEN - REAL GAMERS. Ages18–26.

Genuine gaming experience is essential. Talent should be completely comfortable with controllers, keyboards, mice and mobile devices, and able to portray gameplay naturally and convincingly.

**THIS IS A NON-UNION PROJECT. If selected, pay is approx. $4,675.00 per person for a one day shoot.

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Must be available for:

Callbacks (In Person): Holding Aug. 13 & 14 (may only require one day)
Cast Approvals: Aug. 19
Fittings: Aug. 27
Shoot: Aug. 30, 31 & Sept. 1or 2 (1 day)

APPLICATION DETAILS - Please submit a self tape and fill out an application form below or pass on our link https://gaming.castingcrane.com/

Self tape Instructions: See below.

Submissions Are Due No Later Than August 10, 2026 at 10am EST.

SELF TAPE INSTRUCTIONS:

Please tell us:
1. Your name
2. Your height
3. Then show us both hands and finish with a quick full-body shot.
4. Tell us briefly:
What games do you play?
What system do you game on? (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Mobile, etc.)
5. ACTION - SCENE 1 – PC / CONSOLE
Medium Front Angle
Imagine you're in the middle of an intense game.
We're looking for genuine focus, natural gameplay, and real concentration. No fake button mashing or exaggerated reactions—just let us see how you really play.
6. ACTION - SCENE 2 – MOBILE
Close-Up
Imagine you're playing on your phone and you're about to unlock a new level for the first time.
Let the anticipation build naturally, then give us a small, genuine smile or smirk when you unlock it. Keep it subtle and authentic.

DIRECTOR'S NOTE
We're looking for real gamers.
Don't perform—just play. We want to see genuine focus, natural hand movement, and those small moments of concentration that happen when you're completely immersed in a game.