OCP Roles for VA Lottery PSA
A non-union PSA for the Virginia Lottery is seeking talented actors for OCP roles in Richmond, VA. This project requires self-tape submissions and offers a professional opportunity to appear in a statewide campaign.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform as a principal on-camera role (OCP) for the PSA.
- Collaborate with the creative team to deliver an engaging and authentic performance.
- Participate in scheduled callbacks, fittings, and filming as required.
Requirements:
- Male, aged 20s-30s, slim or skinny body type.
- Unique and geeky appearance; looking for “Steve Buscemi” or “Revenge of the Nerds”-type looks.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Ability to meet deadlines for self-tape submissions and attend fittings.
Compensation:
- $700/10-hour day rate (includes session and usage).
- $50 fitting fee.
- Opportunity to work on a professional PSA with statewide exposure.
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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