Content

We are seeking actors for an on-camera role in a non-union short-form video campaign designed for social media. This project involves creating scripted videos ranging from 15 seconds to 1.5 minutes for the Human Service Council of NY.

The shoot will span two production days, each lasting approximately 8-10 hours, with a total payment of $1800 ($900 per day).

Candidates should have the ability to deliver lines naturally and possess comedic timing for certain sketches.

Preference will be given to actors who submit a demo reel

Dates

Shoots Oct. 20-21, 2026 in and around Manhattan (mainly lower East side); possibly Brooklyn. Note: Exact Brooklyn location TBD.

Roles

Roles Details

Title

On-Camera Actor

Content

On-camera performer for scripted short-form social videos. Perform scripted 15 second to 1.5 minute pieces naturally and conversationally to camera, with comedic timing for silly role-playing skits. Talent will be hired as an on-camera performer only and will not be expected to post to personal channels or act as an influencer.
They will play two roles - the "Non-Profit Worker" and the "Government".

Salary

Estimated 2 days of work Total: $1,800

Ethnicities

Mixed - White and Black Caribbean, Mixed - White and Black African, Mixed - White and Asian, Mixed - Other, Asian - Indian, Asian - Pakistani, Asian - Bangladeshi, Asian - Other, Black - African, Black - Caribbean, Black - Other, Other ethnic group - Other, Indigenous Peoples

Age

25 - 40