INTRODUCTION
Hello there! This is a casting call for an audio fiction podcast I've been working on called Audio of the Arcane. This series will be an anthology series listening to the recordings of those who dare to explore the magical aspects that hide in real life. This first season is titled "Breanna's Haven." The plan is to have 38 main episodes (about 20-30 minutes each...hopefully) with the possibility of mini/bonus episodes, depending on how the podcast goes.
The first two episodes are in the production stages, so no episodes are live yet, and I have the core cast, well, cast, but there will always been more characters that make an appearance in Breanna's Haven, so don't be afraid to check out any casting calls in the future.
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
This first season follows Tamsin and Lena, two best friends (practically sisters) who are travelling to the aforementioned Breanna's Haven (pronounced Bree-on-na). Why? Well, Tamsin has received a postcard from Breanna's Haven that reads as follows:
If you wish to know where you came from, arrive at Breanna’s Haven before August One
Tamsin, having no idea as to who her parents are or what her parents are, has decided to take a risk and go to Breanna's Haven, hoping to get the answers she desperately wants. With Lena tagging along, having her own questions, the two of them arrive at Breanna's Haven. But what happens when they get there? Guess you'll have to listen to find out!
The series is a fantasy/supernatural series, with Monsters (as you'll see in the roles), but with a bit of mystery too.
DEADLINES AND AUDITIONS
The deadline is February 15th. This may or may not be extended depending on how many applicants apply. However, no one will be cast until the final deadline has been met.
I'm looking for two voice actors in this casting call. I encourage anyone who is interested to apply, whether you have all the experience or are just beginning; this is my first dive into podcast writing, so I totally understand.
This is a paid project. That being said, as I am not making money with this podcast, my rates may seem quite low, and I apologize for that. However, this being my personal project, I do want to be able to pay you those who are willing to work on it as much as I can muster. For voice actors, the rate is $0.50 per line of dialogue used in the podcast (the roles listed just have an amount...payment is not capped in any way).
Once the first episode or so is live, I'll start a Patreon or something like that in hopes of getting money to pay you all the rates you deserve.
WHAT TO EXPECT
I have a Discord server for this project, so it is imperative to have a Discord, as that is where everything related to the podcast is done.
Additionally, this project will be paid, which will be done through PayPal.
WHAT I'M ASKING OF YOU
- The most important thing is to have fun with it! In fact, I encourage ad-libbing and taking creative liberties where you think it might be fit. At the end of the day, this will be a team effort, so why not bring your ideas to the table?
- This isn't necessarily a NSFW podcast by any means, but please be at least 18 years of age or older if you apply. The main cast starts at that age and with all the swearing, violence, adult themes, and possible spiciness that make take place, I'd prefer not to have younger applicants for this project, even if a character is a minor.
- This is a LGBTQIA+ friendly podcast; most of the characters are queer in one way or another. If that's not your cup of tea, please don't audition.
- I'm not asking for the recordings to be perfect, but minimal background noise/room echo is preferred.
- Audition for as many characters are you like. I don't have specific voices in mind for these characters, which is where you come along. You may not think it, but your voice may be the one for a certain character. I won't know until I hear it!
- Please have at least three takes of each line when you audition for a role, although for longer liners, one will suffice. This will give me a better grasp of your range and the different emotions you convey each line with. Of course, you can have more than three takes if you like.
- This will be a long-term project, so only audition if you are willing to stick around and see this through. Every character I cast will be a recurring character, whether in a supporting or minor role, so you will be back. Plus, there will be opportunities to audition for one-time characters as they come up.
- If you don't get a role, don't worry! This is only casting for the episodes 3 and 4. I promise, there are many more characters just waiting for voices, so don't get discouraged if you are interested in this project.
I can't wait to work with all of you soon! Breanna's Haven is more than happy to welcome you!
