We are the Casting Directors Society of Canada (CDC). We represent professional casting directors working in every medium where professional actors are required; film, television, commercials, theatre, industrials, even trade shows.

It has become very clear that there is a lack of diversity amongst our membership and we want to tackle this problem head-on.

Entering our second year of the CDC - Diversity Initiative, our mission is to offer an opportunity to someone who would like to make a career as a Casting Director and is from a group that is underrepresented and/or faces barriers to entry into the entertainment industry. This program is open to anyone who is Black, Indigenous, Racialized, LGBTQ2S+, and/or living with disabilities.

This is a six-week, paid internship where the participant will have a crash course in the art and business of casting for Film, TV, and Commerical.

The CDC is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization. The Diversity Initiative is made possible through the support from CDC members, our industry partners, and individuals like you.

Thank you :)