Christian Anime: Stand Firm - A light in the shadows

Christian Anime: Stand Firm - A light in the shadows

Project Overview

Title: Stand Firm - A light in the shadows
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Spiritual Adventure
Project Type: Independent Anime Series

The official trailer is now out. Feel free to promote it.

https://youtu.be/1YtuS5TL0f4

Description:
In a world teetering on the edge of darkness, a young boy stumbles into a realm where light and shadow collide. Armed with a mysterious book that transforms into a powerful weapon, he must join forces with ancient heroes to fight against sinister forces that seek to consume the light of humanity.

Guided by faith and courage, he learns that the spiritual world is far more dangerous—and wondrous—than he ever imagined. With every battle, the lines between myth and reality blur, and the truth behind his journey becomes harder to grasp.

What secrets lie within the pages of the glowing book? Who are the mysterious allies he encounters? And why does the darkness seem so familiar?

What We’re Looking For:
Passionate voice actors who can bring depth and personality to their roles. Whether you’re experienced or just starting out, if you have a strong voice and a desire to be part of a unique project, we want to hear from you!

Compensation:
Credit for your role, portfolio use, and the potential for long-term collaboration if the project becomes successful. Full rights to voice recordings will be required for use in the project.

How to Apply:


Please submit a voice sample, portfolio or demo reel. Include your character of interest and a brief introduction. We’re excited to hear from you!

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  • Casting Update – Episode 2 Roles Now Open!

    Hello everyone! We’re excited to announce new character roles have just been added for Episode 2 of our anime-inspired biblical fantasy series, Stand Firm - A light in the shadows.

    This episode introduces some incredible characters—both major and supporting—and we’re looking for voice actors to help bring them to life with passion, personality, and heart 💛

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    🌟 Now Casting – Main Roles:
    • David – Young adult male, confident, sarcastic, and full of charm. (Think: future king vibes with a touch of sass.)

    • Solomon – Calm, wise, clever, and slightly cocky. A smooth voice with an edge of intellect.

    • Shem’s Wife – Warm and motherly but knows how to hold her ground. Emotionally rich and playful.

    • Samson – Blindfolded and doubtful, with hidden strength. Deep voice with undertones of brokenness and quiet power.

    • Noah – Older, gentle, and faithful. A calming voice filled with quiet wisdom.

    • Samuel – Elderly prophet. Steady, reverent, and deeply grounded in spirit.

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    🌟 Now Casting – Supporting Roles:
    • Food Stall Owner – Big-hearted cook with a loud laugh and warm personality. Think: lovable vendor who teases David while ladling stew.

    • Gate Guards (2) – Mysterious and slightly off. These are impostors pretending to be guards—monotone or subtly eerie.

    • Townspeople – Light, background voices with natural reactions, laughter, or concerned tone during crowd scenes. Great for showcasing vocal range!

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Main Character
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 35 USD
Role assigned to: SterlingCBeard

*****Main Character (MC)*****


Voice Type: Teen male, mid-range, a bit rebellious but with a hint of vulnerability. Personality: Sarcastic, guarded, but with a softer, thoughtful side. Key Lines: Witty banter with the grandfather, inner monologue that reveals his struggle with faith. Notes: Should be able to convey both confidence and insecurity.

Voice description:
  • male teen
  • all english accents
  • male young adult
  • animation
  • “It’s just a bunch of stories.”

  • “Don’t expect me to read it.”

  • "You scared the—what even are you doing back here?"

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Grandfather
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 35 USD
Role assigned to: Randal Wung

Voice Type: Older male, warm and wise, gentle but firm when needed. Personality: Kind, spiritually grounded, a comforting presence. Key Lines: Reading scripture, giving heartfelt advice, lighthearted banter. Notes: Should sound fatherly, with a tone that feels both soothing and strong.

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • male senior
  • spanish (mexican)
  • “I never really sleep in. Not when the Lord wants to talk.”

  • "Now eat something. Your mom’s working the night shift again. She left some food in the fridge—try not to scare her with that face next time she’s home."

  • “Maybe. But stories can carry truth. And sometimes… they carry us.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Father
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: LaMar Flowers VO

Voice Type: Warm, comforting, strong but gentle. 

Personality: Loving and caring, with a deep faith. Key Lines: Telling a bedtime story, gentle encouragement. Notes: Can be voiced by the same actor as the grandfather if the tone is slightly adjusted.

  • “And then Jonah said, ‘Throw me into the sea!’”

  • “Because he knew he messed up. And then—BOOM—a giant fish swallows him!”

  • “Jonah messed up bad… but God still loved him. Still had a plan for him.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Angel (Nice Guy)
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD
Role assigned to: Liebou

Voice Type: Young adult male, upbeat and friendly, slightly mysterious. 

Personality: Light-hearted, approachable, with a hint of knowing more than he lets on. Key Lines: Quick-witted remarks, calming guidance, a touch of playful teasing. Notes: Needs a versatile voice to balance humor and wisdom.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • Chasing down a pizza thief. You know how it goes.

  • "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?"

  • "And what, you were gonna fight it? With one flip-flop and tactical socks?"

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shadow Figure - Bad Spirit
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Liebou

Voice Type: Deep, haunting, a bit distorted to add an eerie vibe. Personality: Menacing, cryptic, with an unsettling calmness. Key Lines: Threatening phrases about “the mark” and ominous warnings. Notes: Should have a chilling and otherworldly presence.

Voice description:
  • monster
  • creature
  • animation
  • “The mark is too fresh… he wasn’t supposed to awaken yet.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Bus Driver
open
Unpaid

Voice Type: Middle-aged, a bit gruff but not unfriendly. 

Personality: No-nonsense, a bit weary from long hours. 

Key Lines: “Kid, kid... this is the last stop.” Notes: Just a brief appearance, can be voiced by the same actor as another character.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • adult
  • “Almost left you, kid.”

  • “Kid. Kid. Wake up… this is the last stop.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Narrator
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: SkullsaPlenty

Voice Type: Mature, calm, slightly profound yet inviting.

Personality: Wise, reflective, with a comforting and storytelling presence.

Key Lines: Providing context, guiding the story’s progression, highlighting key moments with a thoughtful tone.

Notes: Should have a voice that feels grounded and timeless, evoking a sense of ancient wisdom.

Voice description:
  • warm
  • male senior
  • “But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst…” “…Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Kid in the Hospital / walking (little girl ) / girl in class
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: atscherningVA

Voice Type: Childlike, curious, innocent.


Personality: Curious and a bit shy, looking for comfort.


Key Lines: Asking about the Bible or calling it a storybook.


Notes: Could be voiced by a versatile female VA to add a youthful tone.

Voice description:
  • female child
  • animation
  • female teen
  • “Thanks!”

  • “Is it... negative thirty-two?”

  • “Does it have happy endings?”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Kids in Class
closed
Unpaid
cast offsite

Voice Type: Youthful, varied (mix of playful, curious, and attentive tones).

Personality: Energetic, a bit distracted at times, with a sense of youthful innocence.

Key Lines: Asking questions, reacting to lessons, casual chatter among peers.

Notes: Can be voiced by one or two versatile actors to cover multiple voices, capturing the diversity and liveliness of a classroom setting.

Voice description:
  • male teen
  • “Ten bucks says nobody hits it from here.”

  • “Bet you can’t hit it either, hoodie boy.”

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Teacher / coach
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Ben Akira Spencer

Voice Type: Calm, authoritative, patient but firm.

Personality: Encouraging, focused, and knowledgeable, with a nurturing yet disciplined presence.

Key Lines: Giving instructions, explaining lessons, gently redirecting distracted students.

Notes: Should have a voice that balances warmth with structure, conveying both care and authority.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • “You know… You’re one of the sharpest kids I’ve seen in a long time.”

  • "You just gonna stand there?"

  • “Alright, last one—let’s go!”

Animator
Animator
Animator
open
Paid: Flat Rate 120 USD

Animator to help with intro and end credit scene

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Musician
Musician
Musician
open
Paid: Flat Rate 35 USD

Music for intro and ending credit. 


Looking for a Christian-themed opening or ending song for a faith-based anime series. Vocals are a huge plus. Must align with spiritual themes like redemption, purpose, and light in darkness.

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Singer
Singer
Singer
open
Paid: Flat Rate 35 USD

Music for intro and ending credit. 


Looking for a Christian-themed opening or ending song for a faith-based anime series. Must align with spiritual themes like redemption, purpose, and light in darkness.

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Audio Engineer
Audio Engineer
Audio Engineer
open
Paid: Flat Rate 80 USD

(Sound Design + Mixing)


Description:

We are seeking a talented audio engineer to help bring our anime project to life by combining voice-over files, background music, and special sound effects into a polished, emotionally impactful final product.


Responsibilities:


Mix and master dialogue from multiple voice actors.


Add ambient soundscapes and special effects to elevate storytelling.


Sync audio seamlessly to script cues or animation timing (if available).


Work closely with the creative team to match the tone, pacing, and emotional beats of each scene.


Deliver high-quality audio suitable for publishing and future animation.


Project Details:


Genre: Spiritual/Faith-based anime with action and emotional depth


Style: Anime-inspired with cinematic storytelling


Format: Episodic (starting with 1-2 episodes)


Tone: Emotional, mysterious, hopeful, and occasionally humorous


Current assets: Voice-over recordings, music files, and notes on timing/emotional cues


Requirements:


Experience with sound mixing and design (especially in animated or narrative projects)


Ability to clean up audio, balance levels, and create immersive soundscapes


Familiarity with DAWs (Pro Tools, Audition, etc.)


Good communication skills and openness to creative feedback



  • *Say something you think would fit*

Artist
Artist
Illustrator / Graphic Artist
open
Unpaid


**Description:**  

We’re looking for a **skilled illustrator/graphic artist** to create eye-catching marketing visuals for our upcoming anime project. This includes posters, promo art, thumbnails, social media graphics, and other materials that reflect the heart, style, and mystery of the series.


**Responsibilities:**

- Design high-quality key art and promo visuals (including poster-style pieces)

- Create assets for social media, cover art, and promotional campaigns

- Translate characters and scenes into engaging static visuals that match the anime’s tone

- Collaborate with the creative team to maintain consistency with character designs and worldbuilding

- Deliver files in formats optimized for both print and digital use


**Project Details:**

- Genre: Spiritual/Faith-based anime with action and emotional themes  

- Style: Anime-inspired, with both modern and timeless aesthetic influences  

- Themes: Light vs darkness, inner healing, biblical symbolism, hope and identity  

- Audience: Teens and young adults (anime fans and spiritually curious viewers)


**Requirements:**

- Strong illustration portfolio, ideally with anime/manga influence

- Ability to capture emotion and movement in static imagery

- Experience designing for digital platforms (social media, YouTube, etc.)

- Comfortable working from character references and story themes


  • *Say something you think would fit*

Artist
Artist
Character Sheet Artist
open
Unpaid

**Description:**  

We’re looking for a **talented character sheet artist** to help bring our anime characters to life through detailed turnarounds, expression sheets, outfit variations, and weapon/item references. This is for a spiritually rich anime series filled with action, heart, and deep symbolism.


**Responsibilities:**

- Create full-body turnarounds (front, side, back) for each main character

- Design character expression sheets showing a range of emotions

- Illustrate alternate outfits or looks as needed

- Include key props (like weapons, accessories, or symbolic items)

- Work closely with our creative team to capture each character’s personality, background, and evolution


**Project Details:**

- Genre: Faith-based anime with emotional, action, and fantasy elements  

- Style: Anime-inspired with a blend of modern and traditional elements  

- Characters: Includes biblical figures (like David, Samuel, Noah, etc.), a modern main character, and original designs  

- Purpose: These sheets will guide future animators and be used in pitch decks, storyboards, and marketing material


**Requirements:**

- Strong portfolio with character design and anime/manga influence

- Ability to draw clean, consistent designs from multiple angles

- Experience with facial expressions, outfits, and stylized poses

- Open to feedback and iterative collaboration

- Deliver in high-resolution format with labeled layers if possible (PSD preferred)


**Bonus:**

- Experience designing characters for animation  

- Comfortable working with biblical or symbolic themes  

- Able to create both realistic and stylized looks

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Video Editor
Video Editor
Video Editor
open
Unpaid

**Description:**  

We’re looking for a **creative video editor** to join our anime production team! Your role will be to craft compelling trailers, teasers, and eventually help assemble full episodes as the project progresses.


**Responsibilities:**

- Edit trailers, promo videos, and teaser content from voice-over, concept art, and storyboards

- Sync visuals with audio, background music, and sound effects for maximum emotional impact

- Cut and time scenes for pacing, drama, and storytelling clarity

- Collaborate closely with the creative director to maintain tone and vision

- Prepare assets for social media, YouTube, and pitch presentations


**Project Details:**

- Genre: Spiritual/Faith-based anime with fantasy, action, and heartfelt themes  

- Visual Style: Anime-inspired, cinematic, and symbolic  

- Audience: Teens and young adults, anime fans, and those exploring deeper themes of light, identity, and faith  

- Assets Provided: Voice-over, concept art, storyboards, script cues, music, and sfx (as available)


**Requirements:**

- Experience editing narrative content (trailers, animation, or story-driven pieces)

- Proficient with editing software (Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut, etc.)

- Ability to cut emotional, dramatic, and action-heavy scenes with strong pacing

- Strong understanding of sound syncing, transitions, and visual rhythm


**Bonus:**

- Familiarity with anime pacing and style  

- Motion graphics or light VFX skills  

- Passion for meaningful

 stories or faith-based content

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shem Wife - NEW
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD
Role assigned to: atscherningVA

Voice Type: Warm, young adult female with a nurturing yet sassy edge.
Personality: Kind and motherly, but playful with a dry sense of humor.

Voice description:
  • female young adult
  • "Sheep are always wandering off, but the good shepherd gathers them close.....He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart.’" (calm and kind))...

  • "Well, it’s either a bruise or the world’s ugliest birthmark." (grinning, teasing)

  • “See? I already feel holier than all of you.” (Choking back emotion, Crying, trying to smile)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
King David - NEW
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 30 USD
Role assigned to: SquireForHire

Voice Type: Young adult male, confident with a touch of charm and sarcasm.
Personality: Charismatic, prideful, but with underlying confusion about his identity.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • male adult
  • "That’s because I’m testing your generosity. A king must know his people." (grinning)

  • Let me guess—he gets a crown for showing up. I had to fight a giant just to get dinner." (scoffing)

  • VILLAGER "What are you king of again?" DAVID (mock pride) "The underappreciated, the underpaid… and especially the underfed."

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Samuel - NEW
open
Unpaid

Voice Type: Elderly male, calm and wise, voice like a shepherd with weight behind his words.
Personality: Spiritually grounded, prophetic, tender but commanding.


Voice description:
  • male senior
  • "I brought enough for five. One was for me. Only four remain."

  • "The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance... but the Lord looks at the heart."

  • "Before we look inside... you all need to be anointed." (urgent)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Samson - NEW
closed
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD
cast offsite

Voice Type: Young adult male, deep and strong but with doubt and sarcasm.
Personality: Powerful but insecure, blindfolded and blind, reluctant to believe in himself.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • male young adult
  • "You’ve got a funny way of guiding people, you know that?" (to the wind, lighthearted)

  • "Not even a sign? A flash of light? A talking animal?"(grinning faintly)

  • “Temporarily directionally challenged. Thanks for noticing.” (Dry humor)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Noah - NEW
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: JordySword

Voice Type: Older male, grounded and gentle, with quiet faith and urgency when needed.
Personality: Calm, observant, deeply faithful with a soft-spoken strength.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • “All of them were destroyed. That’s impossible.” (Firm)

  • "The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." (softly)

  • "The light… it's in danger... I must send them out—before the darkness swallows them."

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
King Solomon - NEW
open
Unpaid

Voice Type: Mid-to-late 20s male, confident, clever, and charismatic—like someone always thinking one step ahead.
Personality: Wise, watchful, with an ironic and slightly cocky attitude.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • male adult
  • “What a waste of anointing oil.” (Sarcastic)

  • “I carry wisdom… but even I don’t have all the answers.” (Sincere, firm)

  • “I was wondering when you’d show up.” (cocky)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Shady Guard (Enemy in Disguise) - NEW
closed
Unpaid
Role assigned to: Kyle of 3

*2 different guard voices needed 


Voice Type: Deep, smooth, unsettling calm.
Personality: Fake-friendly but with underlying menace.

Role Notes: Seen tipping over the anointing oil in secret, later revealed to be a enemy


*******line from scene******** 


GUARD #2"Emergency shift change. Orders from above."

SHEM’S WIFE (eyeing them, unconvinced)"Without the oil?"

GUARD #2 (quickly)"Already anointed. Everything’s secure."

She hesitates. The lamb bleats. The MC glances between the guards, unsettled.

SHEM’S WIFE"Even the entrance gate?"

GUARD #2 (snapping, defensive)"I said already anointed. Everything’s secure."

GUARD #1 (stepping forward, curt)"Keep moving. Curfew’s close."

GUARD #2"Inside. Now."

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • "Emergency shift change. Orders from above." (stiffly)

  • "Already anointed. Everything’s secure." (quickly)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Food Stall Owner - NEW
open
Unpaid

Voice Type: Middle-aged male or female, gruff but humorous.
Personality: Straightforward, no-nonsense, familiar with town gossip.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • “You said that last time. You still owe me for the lamb stew!”

  • "Hey! You better not be skipping that bill again!"

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Townsperson - NEW
open
Unpaid

*2 different sounding people voices for banter


Voice Type: Youthful, teasing.
Personality: Sarcastic and playful.
Role Notes: Laughs at David claiming to be a king. Small role, but helps the scene feel alive.

Voice description:
  • male young adult
  • male adult
  • “King of what? The empty plate club?”

  • "Didn’t we have some other guy claiming to be a king too?"

  • "The only giant you’ve ever fought is your ego." (dry)

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
open
Paid: Flat Rate 35 USD
  • *Say something you think would fit*

Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Grave - villain NEW
open
Paid: Flat Rate 15 USD

Role: Main Villain (Recurring)

Gender: Male

Voice Type: Deep, ominous, commanding — should convey eerie calmness with underlying menace. Think of a fallen general who believes he’s still doing the right thing.


Example: Madara Uchiha - wake up to reality 


Description:

Grave is a masked, fallen soul who believes he is bringing order to a broken world. A tragic figure shaped by loss and deception, he now leads the enemy forces, convinced that eliminating hope is the only way to prevent chaos. His voice should echo with authority, but also feel like someone who has seen too much and now walks the line between purpose and corruption.

Voice description:
  • male adult
  • adult
  • You carry faith like a shield. Let's see how long it holds.

  • Oh, don’t look at me like that. I’m not the villain. I’m the cure

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