$1,200 NYS Office of Mental Health PSA Casting Call for LGBTQIA+ College Student Actors

LGBTQIA+ College Student Actor for Public Awareness PSA in Albany NY

Job Description
A non-union PSA campaign is seeking an LGBTQIA+ college-age actor to appear in a regional broadcast promoting the 988 Lifeline across New York State. The campaign focuses on mental health awareness and self-reflection, highlighting the importance of seeking help and personal growth. This role combines on-camera storytelling with a voiceover performance, offering an opportunity to deliver a heartfelt and empowering message.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an internal monologue about mental health and self-reflection

• Portray a college student writing a letter to their younger self

• Record voiceover lines of the monologue in a professional audio booth

• Collaborate with the production team to deliver an authentic and emotional performance

Requirements

• Any gender, appearing aged 18–22

• All races; racially ambiguous looks are a plus

• Bilingual English/Spanish talent strongly preferred

• Must be based within 2.5 hours of Albany, NY

• Reel required for submission (mandatory)

Compensation

• English Speaking: $600 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

• Bilingual (English/Spanish): $900 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

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

• Perform an internal monologue about mental health on camera

• Portray a reflective teen writing a note on their laptop

• Record voiceover lines of the monologue in a professional audio booth

• Collaborate with the creative team to deliver a heartfelt, genuine performance

Requirements

• All genders, ages 14–18

• All races; racially ambiguous looks are a plus

• Bilingual English/Spanish talent strongly preferred

• Must be based within 2.5 hours of Albany, NY

• Reel required for submission (mandatory)

Compensation

• English Speaking: $600 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

• Bilingual (English/Spanish): $900 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

Young Adult Actor for Public Awareness PSA in Albany NY

Job Description
A non-union PSA is seeking a talented young adult actor to appear in a regional broadcast campaign promoting the 988 Lifeline across New York State. The project highlights the importance of mental health awareness and reaching out for help when needed. The role involves both on-camera performance and voiceover recording, bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the campaign’s message.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young adult reflecting on their mental health journey

• Perform a natural and heartfelt internal monologue on camera

• Write in a journal and act out reflective scenes at a desk

• Record voiceover lines of the monologue in an audio booth

• Collaborate with the production team to capture genuine emotion

Requirements

• All genders, ages 25–35

• All races; racially ambiguous looks are a plus

• Bilingual English/Spanish talent strongly preferred

• Must be based within 2.5 hours of Albany, NY

• Reels are mandatory for consideration

Compensation

• English Speaking: $600 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

• Bilingual (English/Spanish): $900 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

Mature Adult Actor for Public Awareness PSA in Albany NY

Job Description
A non-union PSA campaign is seeking a mature adult actor to appear in a regional broadcast commercial promoting the 988 Lifeline across New York State. The project focuses on mental health awareness and the importance of seeking help when needed. The role involves both on-camera performance and voiceover narration, delivering an introspective and heartfelt monologue.

Job Responsibilities

• Act out an internal monologue about mental health on camera

• Portray a reflective scene sitting at a desk and journaling

• Record voiceover narration lines of the monologue in a studio

• Collaborate with the production team to convey authenticity and emotion

Requirements

• All genders, ages 35–55

• All races; racially ambiguous looks are a plus

• Bilingual English/Spanish talent strongly preferred

• Must be based within 2.5 hours of Albany, NY

• Must provide a professional reel (mandatory for submission)

Compensation

• English Speaking: $600 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

• Bilingual (English/Spanish): $900 + $300 buyout + 10% + gas/tolls or train reimbursement

Police Officer – PSA (Public Service Announcement)

Job Description
A Public Service Announcement (PSA) is seeking real current or former police officers to appear in an upcoming project. No prior acting experience is necessary — this is a great opportunity for law enforcement professionals interested in being part of a meaningful on-screen project.

This PSA focuses on safety and awareness and requires authentic portrayals of law enforcement officers. Filming will take place in Austin, TX, and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for one day during the shoot window

• Deliver authentic, natural on-screen performance

• Follow direction and embody the role of a procedural, steady law enforcement officer

Requirements

• Male, 25–50 years old, any ethnicity

• Must be a current or former law enforcement officer

• Must be local to Austin, TX, or nearby areas

• Approachable, believable, and authentic demeanor

• No gloss or dramatization — steady, procedural, and grounded performance

• Comfortable with self-taping and virtual callbacks

Compensation

• $800 per session

• Additional usage fee of $3,500 (paid only if featured in final spots)

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

• Portray emotionally complex characters in a scripted PSA scene

• Deliver expressive, raw performances that reflect the intensity of real-life teen experiences

• Follow direction closely to match the tone and message of the campaign

• Engage with other cast members in naturalistic, emotionally resonant scenes

Requirements

• Lead: Teenage Girl

  • Hispanic or can pass as Hispanic

  • Legal age 18 but must appear younger

  • Dark hair, tan complexion, expressive eyes

  • Must show grit, vulnerability, and strong emotional range

• Supporting: Older Sister

  • Hispanic or similar appearance

  • Age 22–25, should appear slightly older but still youthful

  • Can be real siblings or matched for visual believability

• Extras: Teen Friends

  • Three girls and two guys

  • Ages 18–21, all ethnicities

  • Should look like authentic high school or college-aged friends

• Supporting: Counselor

  • Female, age 35–45

  • Hispanic or can pass as Hispanic

  • Empathetic, grounded, and professional presence

Compensation

• Lead: $300 flat

• Supporting: $200 flat

• Extras: $150 flat

• VO sessions available separately if needed

• Payment issued within 7 days of filming