$300/Day PSA Boston Open Casting Call for Kid Actors
Child Actors for PSA Campaign
Job Description
A public service announcement is now casting non-union child actors for a short-form video production. Casting directors are seeking boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 7 who are expressive, focused, and comfortable on camera. This is a paid opportunity for local families looking to get their child involved in a professional project with a quick half-day filming commitment.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear in a PSA video campaign under professional direction
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Follow simple cues and maintain focus on set
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Participate in a calm and structured production environment
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Work alongside a supportive crew experienced with young talent
Requirements
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Boys and girls, ages 5 to 7
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Must be non-union
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All ethnicities welcome
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Must be local to the Boston area (no travel or lodging provided)
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Parent must submit child’s photo, name, date of birth, and full contact info
Compensation
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$300 for a half-day shoot
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Paid non-union role in a professional PSA production
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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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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