NYS Office of Mental Health Non-Union PSA Casting Call for First Responder/Health Care Worker
Casting Call: “We Hear You” PSA Campaign
Job Overview:
Join the NYS Office of Mental Health for an impactful Public Service Announcement (PSA) titled “We Hear You.” This campaign is designed to raise awareness about the 988 mental health lifeline through short, meaningful narratives that resonate across diverse audiences in New York.
Storyline:
This public awareness campaign tells short, powerful stories of individuals from different backgrounds, who are feeling alone and overwhelmed until they discover the 988 lifeline—a pivotal resource for people experiencing mental health distress.
Roles Seeking:
[FIRST RESPONDER/HEALTH CARE WORKER]
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Gender: All genders
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Age: 20-40 years
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Ethnicity: All ethnicities
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Role Description: We are looking for individuals to portray first responders or healthcare workers. The scenes will depict the mental stress experienced while working in high-stress environments such as ambulances or hospitals. Candidates will enact scenarios of sitting or working intensively inside an ambulance, or moving quickly through hospital corridors while managing tight schedules.
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Requirements: Reels showcasing previous acting experience are mandatory.
Responsibilities:
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Portray the role of a healthcare worker or first responder in a realistic and impactful manner.
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Participate in all scheduled shoot dates and comply with direction from the director and production team.
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Collaborate with other cast members to create a compelling narrative that effectively communicates the importance of the 988 mental health lifeline.
Requirements:
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Proven acting experience with a reel to showcase (mandatory).
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Ability to convey a range of emotions effectively on camera.
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Reliable and professional on set.
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Available for the entirety of the shoot dates in the Albany, NY area.
Compensation:
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$600 for an 8-hour day.
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Additional $300 buyout fee.
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Agency fee of 10% on top of day rate.
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Travel expenses covered for train fare or reimbursement for gas/tolls if driving.
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