The Neighbour

Vancouver Actors Guide is seeking an actor to fill The Neighbour, a character role based in Vancouver, BC. This is an on-camera acting role within a short film or festival-bound production, requiring performance work that will be captured both on screen and in behind-the-scenes photography. The role suits a performer who is comfortable working on independent film sets and looking to build their festival screening credits.

About the Role

The Neighbour is a supporting character role developed under the Vancouver Actors Guide production banner, which serves the Vancouver acting community through resources, newsletters, and production opportunities. This project is being submitted to film festivals, placing it within the independent film production circuit where performance quality directly shapes the submission package. A typical day on set will involve principal photography alongside behind-the-scenes still coverage, meaning actors should be prepared for both scripted performance and incidental documentation of the production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a prepared self-tape audition by October 9th, 2026, indicating the specific role you are submitting for.
• Perform the role of The Neighbour across scheduled principal photography days on the Vancouver set.
• Collaborate with the director and on-set crew to execute scenes consistent with the production’s festival submission goals.
• Participate in behind-the-scenes still photography sessions as required by the production schedule.
• Maintain continuity and character consistency across takes in an independent short film production environment.
• Submit a current resume, headshot, and demo reel if available as part of the initial audition package.

What You Bring

• On-camera acting experience, whether through short film, episodic television, or independent film production.
• A current headshot, acting resume, and demo reel if applicable.
• Comfort working on smaller independent sets where departments overlap and schedules move quickly.
• UBCP union coverage, which will be provided if required by the production.
• Ability to self-tape and submit materials ahead of the October 9th, 2026 deadline.

Why This Role

Vancouver Actors Guide has been a trusted free resource for the Vancouver acting community, and productions connected to this network carry genuine visibility among local casting professionals. This project offers festival submission exposure, behind-the-scenes photography credit, and UBCP insurance coverage where needed. For performers building their independent film credits in Vancouver, The Neighbour is a concrete screen credit with a clear submission pathway.

Apply now to be considered for The Neighbour with Vancouver Actors Guide and get your self-tape in before the October 9th, 2026 deadline.