Fader Studios' Actatic

Jem is a young, ambitious, and kind-hearted protagonist navigating the acting world with little experience while hiding the destiny of becoming her realm’s future ruler. Brave, humble, and unafraid to stand up to wrongdoers, she fights for the greater good, balancing serious, mysterious, and emotional moments with touches of humor. Jem is anxious but determined, relatable, and layered, with ADHD influencing her energy and perspective. Looking for a teen/young adult female voice—emotional, expressive, and capable of capturing vulnerability, humor, and boldness.

We’re looking for an experienced audio engineer to record, edit, and mix the voice work for our indie YouTube show. You should be comfortable working with remote voice actors, ensuring high-quality recordings, noise reduction, syncing lines, and delivering clean files ready for post-production. Familiarity with Discord setups and basic sound design is a plus. The role requires attention to detail, good communication, and a passion for helping bring characters like Jem to life.

We’re looking for a creative and versatile writer to help bring our indie YouTube show to life. You’ll be responsible for developing dialogue, character arcs, emotional beats, and storylines that fit our serious, mysterious, and emotional tone while weaving in comedic undertones and themes of LGBTQIA+, identity, and self-discovery. Familiarity with character-driven storytelling, pacing for episodic content, and creating relatable, layered protagonists like Jem is a plus. The role requires strong communication, reliability, and a passion for collaborative storytelling. 

Audition: Write a short story about your assumptions of what Actatic is like- The story should be a conversation about Jem and Amicos about crushes.

We’re looking for a talented artist to help bring our indie YouTube show to life visually. Responsibilities include character design, expressions, poses, backgrounds, and overall visual style that fits the show’s serious, mysterious, and emotional tone with comedic undertones. Experience with vibrant, expressive, and dynamic character art is a plus, especially for diverse and layered protagonists like Jem. The role requires strong communication, reliability, and a passion for collaborative storytelling.

We’re looking for a skilled animator to bring our indie YouTube show to life. Responsibilities include animating characters, expressions, movements, and sequences that match the show’s serious, mysterious, and emotional tone while accommodating comedic undertones. Experience with character-driven animation, dynamic posing, and expressive timing is a must, especially for layered protagonists like Jem. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, consistency, and good communication for a collaborative production.

We’re looking for a creative video editor to assemble our indie YouTube show into polished episodes. Responsibilities include syncing audio and animation, adding transitions, timing comedic and emotional beats, and ensuring visual and audio consistency. Experience with storytelling through pacing, effects, and timing is a plus, especially for character-driven content like Jem’s journey. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and collaboration with the rest of the production team.

We’re looking for an organized and proactive producer to oversee our indie YouTube show. Responsibilities include coordinating the team, managing schedules, keeping track of project milestones, and ensuring smooth communication between writers, animators, voice actors, and editors. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and passionate about collaborative storytelling. Experience with indie productions, remote teams, or YouTube content is a plus.

We’re looking for a teen/young adult male voice actor to bring Amicos, a goofy, chaotic, clumsy-but-lovable, and kind-hearted character, to life. They are loyal, protective, optimistic, and encouraging, with an autistic and gay identity influencing their perspective and interactions. The role requires energetic, expressive, and heartfelt delivery, able to capture humor, warmth, and emotional depth.

We’re seeking an adult male voice actor to portray Isaac, a wild, volatile, and dramatic character with a theatrical flair. Isaac walks the line between ally and antagonist, bringing tension, unpredictability, and excitement to the story. The role requires a high-energy, dynamic voice with slightly raspy or textured tones, capable of expressive, theatrical delivery and rapid shifts in pitch and intensity. The actor should be able to balance comedic timing with dramatic depth, conveying both chaotic antics and darker, more intense moments seamlessly.

We’re looking for a voice actor to portray a recurring AI narrator who appears at the start of every episode. The AI should sound clear, engaging, and slightly futuristic, able to deliver exposition in a way that is both informative and subtly entertaining. The role requires precise timing, a neutral yet expressive tone, and the ability to read scripted lines smoothly.

We’re looking for a voice actor to portray a minor recurring bully- Tyler- who appears mostly in the early episodes. This character is a teasing, argumentative rival in the acting world, often clashing with the main characters. The role requires a slightly raspy young adult male voice, expressive delivery, and the ability to convey intimidation, mischief, and subtle comedic timing. The bully should speak with a smirk in their tone, draw out certain words, and sneak in sneering remarks to emphasize arrogance and rivalry.

We’re looking for a male teen singer to provide the singing voice for Amicos. The role requires versatility, combining musical theatre style, pop influences, comedic timing, energetic performances, and the ability to deliver softer, emotional moments. The singer should be expressive and able to match the character’s personality, capturing both high-energy fun and heartfelt scenes.

We’re looking for a teen or young adult female singer to provide the singing voice for Jem, the protagonist of Actatic. Jem’s sound is a mix of musical theatre and pop, blending hopeful energy with emotional vulnerability. The ideal singer can switch between soft, heartfelt moments and confident, expressive highs—capturing Jem’s drive, determination, and self-discovery.

We’re looking for a male young adult singer to provide the singing voice for Isaac, a key emotional presence in Actatic. Isaac’s voice should have a gravelly, slightly raspy texture -think expressive, dynamic, and emotionally charged. The role calls for a singer who can balance grit and control, shifting from smooth, heartfelt moments to powerful, belting intensity without losing tonal character.

We’re looking for a voice actor to portray Rainbow, Isaac’s therapy demon who appears during his moments in pocket hell (A void extention to Hell where powerfull demons such as Isaac often spend their time). Rainbow is calm, supportive, and emotionally grounded, yet carries a subtle chaotic, upbeat energy that often annoys Isaac. Despite their otherworldly origin, Rainbow’s tone feels warm, unusual, and deeply empathetic. They guide Isaac through his inner turmoil with persistence, compassion, and a touch of unsettling cheerfulness.

Rainbow is a non-binary lesbian (non-binary gay) character whose identity influences their open-minded, emotionally aware nature. Their voice should sound androgynous, gravelly yet smooth, sitting around a high-to-medium pitch — a mix of soft reassurance and confident eccentricity.

We’re looking for an adult male voice actor to portray STEVE, Jem’s father and a recurring heartfelt, comedic presence in Actatic. STEVE is an autistic dad who loves his daughter deeply and supports her creative ambitions, even if he doesn’t always fully understand them. His voice should sound warm, genuine, and expressive, with a naturally enthusiastic tone and a touch of endearing awkwardness. He often speaks with passion and energy, sometimes getting a little too excited or hyper-focused—but always with love and sincerity.

Voice Direction:

• Adult male voice

• Mid-to-low tone with clear expressiveness

• Slightly fast-paced or rambling delivery when excited

• Genuine warmth, emotional openness, and honesty

• Subtle comedic timing without forced exaggeration

We’re looking for an androgynous young adult voice actor to play The Producer, a recurring character known for their sarcastic, rude, and perpetually exasperated attitude. They’ve seen it all, hate most of it, and make sure everyone knows it. With a sharp tongue and a tired New York edge, The Producer delivers every line like they’re five minutes from quitting—but somehow still holding the whole show together.

Voice Direction:

• Androgynous young adult voice

• Snappy, tired, and sarcastic tone

• Mid-range pitch, dry delivery with sharp comedic timing

• Capable of switching from deadpan irritation to explosive frustration

We’re looking for a musician and composer to create the original soundtrack for Actatic — including main themes, background scores, and scene-based emotional cues. The ideal collaborator can blend cinematic storytelling, emotional depth, and character-driven motifs while capturing the show’s serious, mysterious, and emotional tone with comedic undertones. You’ll help shape the show’s sonic identity through memorable melodies, atmospheric soundscapes, and expressive instrumentation.

Role Responsibilities:

• Compose original background music, opening/ending themes, and scene scores

• Match tone, pacing, and emotion to story moments

• Collaborate with the team for timing, mood, and revisions

• Deliver clean, high-quality audio ready for editing

Preferred Style / Direction:

• Blend of cinematic, emotional, and modern tones

• Occasional use of upbeat, playful, or chaotic elements for comedic contrast

• Open to orchestral, electronic, or hybrid instrumentation

🎙️ Voice Actor – Background / Additional Voices
We’re looking for versatile voice actors to provide background and incidental voices for Actatic. These roles include extras, crowd reactions, minor characters, and spontaneous dialogue that bring scenes to life. This is a great opportunity for expressive actors who enjoy variety and flexibility in performance.

Voice Direction:

• Open to all voice types and accents

• Clear, expressive, and adaptable delivery

• Ability to perform multiple distinct voices or reactions

• Comfortable with improvisation and quick tone changes

We’re looking for directors to oversee the creative and production process of Actatic, ensuring the show’s tone, pacing, and emotional depth stay true to its vision. As directors, we’ll guide the team through story, voice performance, visual style, and overall cohesion, bringing Actatic’s serious, mysterious, and emotional narrative (with comedic undertones) to life.

We’re looking for an adult female voice actor to portray Theora Aquateem, Jem’s late mother in Actatic. Theora is remembered through flashbacks, memories, and her lasting emotional impact. A warm, visionary theatre actress and art teacher from the Realm of Art (Actora), she carries a natural theatricality — every line delivered like a piece of poetry, soft yet full of life.

Her voice should feel gentle, articulate, and emotionally rich — the kind that turns even simple words into comfort. She’s expressive and melodic, but always grounded and maternal, with that calm, practiced tone of someone who’s spent years speaking to inspire others. Theora’s delivery should sound like she’s telling a story — smooth, thoughtful, and full of quiet strength.

Voice Direction:

• Adult female voice

• Soft, melodic, articulate, and expressive tone

• Warm and nurturing with a subtle theatrical rhythm

• Maternal yet visionary — calm, confident, and poetic

• Emotional intelligence and empathy should come through every word

We’re looking for a female voice actor to portray Lily, Jem’s childhood best friend and the embodiment of unfiltered creativity in Actatic. Lily is loud, curious, messy, and endlessly inspired — every emotion she feels bursts out in full color. She’s ADHD-coded to the core, jumping from idea to idea with chaotic enthusiasm but always radiating sincerity. Her voice should sound upbeat, bright, and full of life, with that slightly scatterbrained rhythm of someone whose brain is running faster than her words. Despite her chaos, she has a huge heart and fierce loyalty to Jem, her “Shell-Head.”

Voice Direction:

• Child female voice

• Energetic, expressive, and slightly chaotic tone

• Bright, sincere, and emotionally open delivery

• Quick-paced speech with natural excitement

• Able to switch from goofy enthusiasm to real emotional warmth

We’re looking for a child or young-sounding female voice actor to portray Young Jem, the childhood version of the main protagonist in Actatic. At this stage in her life, Jem is bursting with curiosity and imagination — playful, sincere, and full of wonder about the world around her. Her voice should sound bright, innocent, and expressive, with a sense of determination and confidence peeking through her youthful charm. She’s the kind of kid who dreams big, wears her heart on her sleeve, and truly believes she can do anything.

Voice Direction:

• Child / Preteen female voice (8–10 range)

• Bright, lively, and expressive tone

• Innocent yet determined energy

• Slightly dramatic, like a child naturally performing without realizing it

• Sincere, curious, and emotionally open

We’re looking for a child or young-sounding male voice actor to portray Young Tyler, the childhood version of one of Actatic’s key characters. Young Tyler is the definition of confidence in a small package — playful, loud, and always ready with a smart remark. He’s sweet deep down but loves to act tough, swearing like he’s in an action movie and backing it up with big, dramatic energy. His voice should sound energetic, cocky, and expressive, with natural warmth under all the bravado.

Voice Direction:

• Child / Preteen male voice (8–10 range)

• Confident, playful, and expressive

• Slightly raspy or energetic tone preferred

• Natural comedic timing and casual delivery of mild swears (if applicable)

• Capable of switching between tough-guy bravado and genuine sweetness

We’re looking for an adult female voice actress to portray The Psychiatrist. Dr. Mindra Veil is calm, composed, and clinical on the surface — but beneath her measured professionalism lies subtle sarcasm and genuine empathy. She understands people better than they realize, often disarming tense moments with quiet humor and sharp observation. Her voice should sound smooth, steady, and emotionally restrained, with that dry wit that slips out at just the right moments.

Voice Direction:

• Adult female voice

• Calm, grounded, and articulate tone

• Slightly dry delivery with underlying warmth

• Controlled pacing, clinical professionalism

• Sarcasm and empathy should feel natural, not forced

Sheldon “Shelly” Koopa is Tyler Little’s older best friend — the chaotic, cool, loud-mouth counterpart. He’s got the same big personality as Tyler, just less jealous, less mean, and way more “bro I got this” energy, even when he absolutely does NOT have it.

He’s a talented actor, but you wouldn’t know it from how often he derails conversations.

He enables Timmy. He annoys Tyler. He loves the chaos WAY too much.

Personality keywords:

Playful • Cocky but harmless • ADHD-coded vibes • Loud • Big-hearted idiot • Always stirs trouble • Affectionate teasing • Talks fast when excited. THIS ROLE IS UN-PAID as it exists to fund the main ACTATIC series as we're an entirely indie studio. 

Voice Notes

Medium-low to medium-high range

Youthful 20s energy

Confident, upbeat, silly

“Cool older friend” tone

Should sound like the guy who says “Ty, relax bro, I got it” while making everything worse“Hey…look, man. You’re doing great. Even if everything’s on fire. Which is… kinda normal for us.”

Lots of comedic delivery

Occasional sarcasm, but never mean