$1,200 NYS Office of Mental Health PSA Casting Call for Teen Student
Teen Student Actor for Public Awareness PSA in Albany NY
Job Description
A non-union PSA campaign is seeking a teen actor to appear in a regional broadcast promoting the 988 Lifeline across New York State. The project centers on mental health awareness and encourages young people to reach out for support when needed. The role combines on-camera performance with voiceover narration, requiring emotional authenticity and relatability.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform an internal monologue about mental health on camera
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Portray a reflective teen writing a note on their laptop
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Record voiceover lines of the monologue in a professional audio booth
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Collaborate with the creative team to deliver a heartfelt, genuine performance
Requirements
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All genders, ages 14–18
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All races; racially ambiguous looks are a plus
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Bilingual English/Spanish talent strongly preferred
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Must be based within 2.5 hours of Albany, NY
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Reel required for submission (mandatory)
Compensation
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English Speaking: $600 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement
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Bilingual (English/Spanish): $900 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement
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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