Elle Bernardo, Act Out Casting

ACT OUT: principal casting | background casting | the cast department

Casting is only the beginning.

Principal casting, background casting and complete cast coordination for film, television and commercial productions.

Based in London, Ontario and serving Southwestern Ontario and beyond, Led by Casting Director Elle Bernardo, ACT OUT offers productions the option of one dedicated cast professional who can remain with the project beyond casting, coordinating the people, paperwork, communication and logistics that come with getting performers from cast to camera.

Hire ACT OUTExplore Services Trusted by productions across Southwestern Ontario Introducing the cast department

One point of contact from breakdown to wrap.

Traditional casting often ends once the performers are booked. The work surrounding your cast doesn't.

The Cast Department bridges that gap.

ACT OUT can remain with your production beyond casting as your Cast Coordinator - helping manage the communication, documentation and logistics required to move performers from cast to camera.

01Core Service Principal Casting

Find the right actor for the story. Creative, production-conscious casting for principal, supporting, day-players and guest roles. From breakdown and outreach through auditions, callbacks, selections and booking.

Learn More 02Core Service Background Casting

Build the world around your principal. Local background sourcing and coordination for productions of every scale, with organized performer communication and production-aligned execution.

Learn More 03Support The Cast Department

Casting doesn't have to end at booking. ACT OUT can continue with your production as Cast Coordinator, managing the performer-facing workflow between casting, production and wrap.

Learn More 04Network Local Talent + Resources

Southwestern Ontario at your fingertips. An established regional network of performers, agents and industry relationships built through years of working within Southwestern Ontario's growing screen industry.

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Casting with production in mind.

Great casting is creative. Great casting also has to work in the realities of production. ACT OUT combines creative casting with strong organization, regional knowledge and the option for continued cast coordination beyond booking.

Casting + Production Thinking

Creative casting decisions made with the realities of schedule, budget, availability and logistics in mind.

Southwestern Ontario Connections

Established relationships with performers, representatives and the regional screen industry provide productions with genuine access to local talent.

Continuity Beyond Casting

ACT OUT doesn't have to disappear once performers are booked. The Cast Department can continue coordinating the cast through prep and production.

Built to Scale

Hire ACT OUT for a single casting need, principal casting, background casting, cast coordination , or a complete Cast Department tailored to the production.

About Elle Principal + Background Casting Features • Television • Commercial Union + Non-Union Experience Southwestern Ontario + Beyond Regional positioning

Rooted in London. Connected Across Southwestern Ontario.

ACT OUT has built an established network of performers, representatives and industry relationships throughout London and Southwestern Ontario , giving productions meaningful access to the region's talent and resources. Explore Resources

Let's Talk About Your Cast.

Whether you need principal casting, background casting or a complete Cast Department from breakdown to wrap, ACT OUT can build the level of support your production needs.

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About Elle

Casting Director. Author. Industry Builder.

Shaping inclusive, story-driven casts that bring directors' visions to life , rooted in London, Ontario and committed to Southwestern Ontario's growing film industry.

Elle Bernardo Casting Director | Founder, ACT OUT Casting Who I Am About Elle Bernardo

Elle Bernardo is a Casting Director shaping inclusive, story-driven casts that bring directors' visions to life. Known as a key contributor to the growth of London, Ontario's film industry, she specializes in authentic casting that elevates local talent and strengthens projects from development through production.

As Founder of ACT OUT, Elle has positioned the company as London Ontario and area's dedicated casting agency , serving film, television, and commercial productions with the depth of a major market and the agility of a regional specialist.

Her work balances creative intuition with production discipline, aligning with budget, schedule, and union standards while ensuring every role serves the story.

IMDb CreditedFCFF Board DirectorPublished AuthorACTRA-Aligned London, Ontario, Canada Industry Credentials Beyond the Casting Room IMDb Verified IMDb Credits

A growing body of credited work across film and television productions, documented on IMDb. View on IMDb

Board Director Forest City Film Festival

Director on the Board of the Forest City Film Festival , championing independent cinema and emerging filmmakers in London, Ontario.

Published Author The Background Performer Passport Log

Created by Elle Bernardo, this professionally designed film passport helps background performers track every booking, milestone, and on-set memory across their career. Get the Book on Amazon

Callsheet Press The Background Performer Passport Log

Every booking tells your story.

Elle Bernardo Published Author The Background Performer Passport Log

Every booking tells your story.

Created by Casting Director Elle Bernardo, this professionally designed film passport goes beyond a simple notebook. It's packed with practical tools, industry insights, and features to help performers stay organized, build confidence on set, and look back on the productions that shaped their journey.

50 Shoot Day 'Passport' Pages to record every production, call time, role, and location Background Performer Bingo featuring relatable on-set experiences 50 Callsheet Notes with professional tips and behind-the-scenes humour Film Set Lingo to help you understand common industry terms Background Performer Etiquette with real-world advice on professionalism 24-Hour Time Guide for reading call times with confidence Get the BookAvailable on Amazon My Approach

Story-Driven. Inclusive. Production-Aligned.

Every casting decision is a creative one. I approach each project with a commitment to authenticity , finding performers who don't just fit a role, but illuminate it. That means looking beyond the obvious, championing underrepresented voices, and delivering results that serve both the story and the production.

01 Story-Driven Casting

Every role is approached through the lens of the story. I work closely with directors to understand the creative vision and find performers who bring it to life with authenticity and depth.

02 Inclusive Practices

Representation matters. I actively champion diverse, inclusive casting that reflects the full range of human experience , because the best stories are told when every voice is considered.

03 Production-Aligned Execution

Creative vision meets production reality. I work within your budget, schedule, and union requirements , delivering exceptional casting without compromising your production's momentum.

London & Southwestern Ontario Rooted in This Region

London, Ontario is home to a vibrant and growing film community , and Elle Bernardo Casting is at its centre. With deep relationships across the regional talent pool, production community, and industry networks, we bring a local advantage that no out-of-market casting director can replicate.

London's Only Dedicated film & TV casting agency Union & Non-Union ACTRA-aligned workflows Full-Service From breakdown to final booking Work With Elle Let's Build Something Great Together

Whether you're casting a feature, a commercial, or a streaming series , bring your project to London's dedicated casting director. Get In Touch

Get In Touch Let's Work Together

Whether you're a producer, director, or new filmmaker looking to connect , reach out and let's discuss how Elle can support your project.

Direct Contact [email protected] London, Ontario, Canada What to Expect Response within 1–2 business days Confidential handling of all project details Serving London, Ontario & Southwestern Ontario Available for local and remote productions Send an Inquiry

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