$300/Day Suicide Prevention PSA Miami Casting Call for Army Veteran Theme
Casting for Army Veteran-Themed PSA Shoot
Job Description
A powerful suicide prevention PSA project is casting non-union talent for an emotionally driven short film centered on the life of a U.S. Army veteran. This story highlights mental health awareness through authentic, heartfelt performances. The production will shoot in the Miami area, and selected actors must be local and available across multiple shoot dates. Scenes will be filmed with cinematic realism, including an outdoor ocean shot at dusk.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform in a lead or supporting role that portrays military life and emotional vulnerability
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Deliver authentic, grounded performances reflecting the story of a weathered veteran
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Follow direction on emotional beats and physical movements
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Swim in ocean water during a sunset scene (lead role only)
Requirements
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Lead: Veteran
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Male, 40s or early 50s
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Physically fit with short hair and a worn, tired appearance
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Must be comfortable swimming in the ocean at dusk
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Supporting: Friend
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Male, 40s
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Warm, kind presence; regular, trustworthy look
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Extras: Friends
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5 middle-aged men, 40–50s, all ethnicities
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Should look like familiar neighborhood friends who gather to support the lead
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Compensation
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Lead: $300 (flat rate)
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Supporting: $200 (flat rate)
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Extras: $150 (flat rate)
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VO options available if separate from on-screen role
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Payments issued within 7 days of shoot
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Casting Teen Actors for Suicide Prevention PSA – Teen Storyline
Job Description
A heartfelt PSA campaign focused on suicide prevention is casting non-union actors for a narrative short centered around a teenage girl’s emotional journey. This project aims to raise awareness and offer hope through powerful performances and storytelling. Filming will take place locally in the Miami area, and actors must be available for shoot dates scheduled between May 28–30.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray emotionally complex characters in a scripted PSA scene
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Deliver expressive, raw performances that reflect the intensity of real-life teen experiences
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Follow direction closely to match the tone and message of the campaign
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Engage with other cast members in naturalistic, emotionally resonant scenes
Requirements
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Lead: Teenage Girl
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Hispanic or can pass as Hispanic
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Legal age 18 but must appear younger
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Dark hair, tan complexion, expressive eyes
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Must show grit, vulnerability, and strong emotional range
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Supporting: Older Sister
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Hispanic or similar appearance
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Age 22–25, should appear slightly older but still youthful
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Can be real siblings or matched for visual believability
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Extras: Teen Friends
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Three girls and two guys
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Ages 18–21, all ethnicities
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Should look like authentic high school or college-aged friends
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Supporting: Counselor
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Female, age 35–45
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Hispanic or can pass as Hispanic
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Empathetic, grounded, and professional presence
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Compensation
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Lead: $300 flat
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Supporting: $200 flat
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Extras: $150 flat
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VO sessions available separately if needed
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Payment issued within 7 days of filming