Hemlock

Project Overview

Hey everyone! We are Elsewhere Again, a brand new indie studio obsessed with character-driven stories, and we are beyond hyped to introduce our debut project: Hemlock!

Right now, we are putting all our blood, sweat, and tears into an animatic pilot teaser. This is our ultimate proof of concept! Since we are purely indie and just getting this off the ground, we are currently only paying a flat $20 for the teaser recording. BUT, if we knock this out of the park and expand into a full season, you will absolutely be brought on as the official, permanent voice for the character!

Casting Call
We do not care about how long your resume is or who your agent is. We care about raw, undeniable performance! If you have the talent, we want you. New voices and newcomers are heavily encouraged to step up and apply!

The Vibe
Grounded, highly emotional, and deeply human. We are diving into some slightly heavy themes, but we promise to balance that weight with real intimacy, genuine laughs, and warmth.

The World
Los Angeles, 1985.

Welcome to a retrofuturist LA, a solarpunk utopia running on cassette-futurist/retrofuturistic technology, shaped from the ground up by the Office of Public Accountability.
Clean, orderly, optimistic on the surface. The question is what holds it all together.


SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
For tone references and the complete audition packet:
Elsewhere Again Website
Mini Reference Track

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Latest Updates

  • 3 DAYS LEFT OF AUDITIONS?!

    Hey everyone! Just a quick update from us at Elsewhere Again:

    With just three days left of auditions, we have nearly 900 AUDITIONS! Our team has been hard at work reviewing each one several times and deliberating behind-the-scenes.

    If you want to audition whether for the first time or again, NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! We highly recommend checking out our audition packets if you haven't already.

    Also, sorry for being a little quiet recently. We've been handling a lot of legal and business setup behind the scenes, and there's been a bit of a backlog in their systems while things process. Things are moving forward though, and we're excited for what's coming next!

    oh also,


    Opportunities at Elsewhere Again are now LIVE!!

    We are opening up two application pools for people who want to join us in building Hemlock from the ground up.

    General Volunteer Application Creative and production support across all departments. If you want to help but are not sure where you fit, this one is for you.

    Visual Artist Application Character art, environment design, style exploration and more. We are shaping the visual world of Hemlock and would love your eyes and skills on it.

    There is no experience requirement. Seriously. We care most about passion, creativity, and just being a good person to work with. Every application gets read personally. We would love for some of you to be the first names on this project!

    We have a few listings on CCC and the website!


    Thank you all again for being here. It really means a lot!!

  • 500+ Auditions?!, Mother's Day, and a Note from the Heart

    Hey everyone!

    We hope you had an amazing Mother's Day(that is, if you celebrated today).

    Now, onto the update.

    500+ auditions. We genuinely do not have the words. When we posted this casting call, we hoped for some interest. We did not expect this. Every single submission has been listened to with care, and we mean that. Thank you.

    A note on the deadline and May in general:

    Our audition deadline is still May 22nd, but we know May is extremely hectic. Finals, graduations, big projects, appointments, travel, summer jobs kicking off, major holidays and celebrations... life does not slow down this time of year.

    So if you need a little more time, please message us directly. We would much rather hear from you than have you miss out because the month got away from you. And as always, if you want to re-audition with a fresh take, you are absolutely welcome to.


    Non-VA roles:

    Thank you so much to everyone who has reached out about non-voice acting opportunities. If we haven't responded yet: we are so sorry. The backlog has been real.

    Because Elsewhere Again is a small IP studio, fairness to everyone involved matters deeply to us, and we want to make sure we approach these conversations thoughtfully. We haven't forgotten you.


    Discord is live!

    We now have a Discord! Head over to the Elsewhere Again website for the link. We've also made a few small adjustments to the site while we were at it. Come say hi.


    From the Heart:

    On a more personal note: it genuinely warms my heart that so many of you not only know about Hemlock, but care about it.

    Hemlock started off as just a passion project in my bedroom. Through some of the hardest chapters of my life, I never let it go. Seeing it grow into something people are excited about, showing up for, investing their time and talent in... it is more than I can really put into words.

    Even if you don't end up getting cast: you are still an instrumental part of this project. Every audition, every message, every bit of support has shaped what Hemlock is becoming. So really, truly, thank you.

    One more thing:

    After our main four characters are cast, we may be looking at opening up a few additional roles. We'll share more details when we get there. Stay tuned!

    That's all for now. More soon.

    - EWA

  • UPDATE: Community, Socials, and Casting

    Hey everyone!!

    Quick update from us at Elsewhere Again.

    First off, thank you again for all the incredible support for Hemlock. We have been genuinely blown away by the response so far, and we are continuing to review auditions carefully as we move through the casting process.

    A few important notes:

    Our audition deadline is still May 22nd, and we are honoring that date for submissions.

    We are also starting to build out the Hemlock community side more seriously, including our Discord and social spaces, so if you want to follow along outside of CCC, you can find us at @elsewhere_agn.

    And, in addition to voice acting, we are also hoping to expand the team in other ways as we keep growing. If you are interested in helping Hemlock in a non-VA capacity, please feel free to reach out.

    That is all for now. Thank you again for being part of this early stage with us. It truly means a lot.

  • Small Website Refresh (Reference Reels)

    Hey everyone!!

    Weโ€™ve updated the website with reference reels and some tightened character direction.

    Nothing major has changed, this is just a clarity pass so the tone, pacing, and performances weโ€™re aiming for are easier to lock into.

    Submissions are still being reviewed as they come in. Y'all are making it hard for us with how many amazing auditions there are!

    On another note, weโ€™ve also had a few animators reach out, which has been really exciting. Weโ€™re currently putting together a more formal RFP-style document as we figure out the next phase of production.

    Thank you as always!

    - EWA

  • Update: WOAH! 80+ Auditions, Thank You!!!

    Hey everyone!

    Just dropping in for a quick update, but mostly just to say thank you. We just crossed 80 auditions, which is kind of wild to say out loud! We can hear the genuine effort you're putting into these reads. Seeing people take the time to truly understand the characters instead of just reading lines means a lot to us.

    Right now, we are going through everything and making sure we give each submission the attention it deserves. If you asked for feedback, we haven't forgotten! It might take us a little time, but we are doing our best to respond where we can because we want to actually engage with you, not just listen and move on.

    To help with the process, we've updated the website with a full audition packet that provides clearer direction on tone and characters. We are also working on reference tracks to give you a concrete idea of what we're aiming for.


    If you want to re-audition after looking through the new packet, please do! That is completely okay.

    On a personal note, thank you for being so patient with us. Everyone on our team is juggling this project with work, school, and life, so we aren't always moving as fast as we'd like. Our next big step is getting our social media running so we can share more behind-the-scenes updates with you.

    Hemlock matters to us, and so does doing right by the people who are showing up to support it this early. More updates coming soon!

    - EWA

Project Roles: Isaac Russo Delilah Torneista Jemmingsen James "Smitty" Schmitt Writer Artist Volunteer
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Isaac Russo
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

Lead | Male | Early 20s
The Vibe: The earnest underdog. He cares loudly and accidentally. He is constantly slightly over his head but pushes through anyway. He isn't a "cool guy" trying to look cool; heโ€™s a good guy trying to do the right thing.

Traits: Anxious, Sensitive, Empathetic, Self-critical. Vocal References: Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Michael J. Fox (Marty McFly), Tate Donovan (Hercules).

Register: Mid-to-High. Think "front of the face" resonance rather than deep chest tones. Natural and conversational. A slight, warm "rasp" or "breathiness" is welcome, but keep it grounded.

 Director's Note: Nervous, fast-talking energy with an incredibly warm underlying tone. He never sounds cynical. He sounds like he is trying to catch his breath. Sincerity is the key. He feels everything, even when trying not to show it.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS - For tone references and the complete audition packet: Elsewhere Again Website OR view our Mini Reference Track



(Not required, but strongly recommended if you want a deeper understanding of the world and characters before submitting).

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • animation/character
  • male young adult
  • animation
  • west coast american (california)

  • โ€œYou donโ€™t get to come back and act like nothing happened.โ€

  • โ€œI can handle this. I mean, I will emotionally collapse later, but right now I can handle it.โ€

  • โ€œโ€ฆI still miss him. And I donโ€™t know what to do with that.โ€

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 465 Submissions Apply / Audition
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Delilah Torneista
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

Lead | Female | Early 20s
Ex-lover, Reluctant Ally.
The Vibe: The competent cynic. Smartest person in the room. Dry wit as a shield. Highly capable, slightly bored, secretly fiercely loyal.

Traits: Analytical, Avoidant, Courageous, Guarded. Vocal References: Susan Egan (Megara), Elizabeth Banks (Wyldstyle), Anya Taylor-Joy (Peach).

Register: Mid to slightly lower. Nothing overly stylized. Effortless, like she is not trying to impress anyone. Effortlessly cool, nonchalant, and dripping with playful cynicism. She has a played-up, confidence; she knows she's the smartest person in the room and is highly amused by it. She commands the moment entirely without ever having to raise her voice.

Let the resonance sit in the back of your throat. She sounds mildly annoyed that she even has to explain herself, but don't read it monotone. Give her dynamic range: let us hear the audible smirk, the exasperated breath, the razor-sharp sarcasm.

The Accent: She has a slightly noticeable Nordic/Northern European accent. Use the precise, slightly melodic cadence of the accent to play with the pacing. Beneath the icy, dry delivery, let a spark of hidden warmth and genuine emotion slip through the cracks.



SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS - For tone references and the complete audition packet: Elsewhere Again Website OR view our Mini Reference Track

(Not required, but strongly recommended if you want a deeper understanding of the world and characters before submitting).

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • finnishswedish
  • finnish
  • female young adult
  • northern european
  • animation/character
  • general american english
  • animation

  • โ€œIf I explain myself, youโ€™ll think Iโ€™m lying. If I donโ€™t, youโ€™ll assume I am.โ€

  • โ€œI didnโ€™t disappear. I relocated strategically. Thereโ€™s a difference.โ€

  • โ€œYou ask a lot of questions for someone who hates the answers.โ€

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 186 Submissions Apply / Audition
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
Jemmingsen
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

Supporting | Male | Late 50s to early 60s
Editor-in-chief.


The Vibe: The chaotic mentor. Oscillates between profound wisdom and complete absurdity, believing both with equal passion.

Traits: Wise, Idealistic, Whimsical, Erratic. Vocal References: Keith David (Elroy), Robin Williams (Keating), Steve Carell (Michael Scott), Druski.

Register: Warm, expressive, lightly theatrical. Mid range with playful lift. Unpredictable pitch tied to wildly shifting emotions.

Director's Note: Play this like a theater director who has had way too much coffee. Big, erratic passion. Completely oblivious to normal social cues, but somehow the wisest person in the room. Take big swings with pacing. When he gets serious, it is not heavy. It is calm and reassuring, like he is gently reminding you that things are going to be okay.


SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS - For tone references and the complete audition packet: Elsewhere Again Website OR view our Mini Reference Track

(Not required, but strongly recommended if you want a deeper understanding of the world and characters before submitting).

Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • animation/character
  • american
  • west coast american (california)
  • male adult
  • black american
  • animation

  • โ€œThere is nothing wrong with optimism. It is one of my more endearing habits.โ€

  • โ€œIf you are confused, excellent, that means you are paying attention.โ€

  • โ€œNow, now, no need for that face. We are in the business of answers, not panic.โ€

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 77 Submissions Apply / Audition
Voice Actor
Voice Actor
James "Smitty" Schmitt
open
Paid: Flat Rate 20 USD

Supporting | Male | Late 40s
Veteran journalist. Reluctant mentor.

The Vibe: The silver-tongued charmer and reluctant leader. Dripping with charisma, a little smug, but deeply exhausted by how much he actually cares.

Traits: Experienced, Wry, Compromised, Distant. Vocal References: George Clooney (Danny Ocean), Joel McHale (Jeff Winger), Sam Rockwell (Mr. Wolf).

Register: Mid to lower. Relaxed, grounded, slightly gravelly in an effortless way. Authority comes from experience, not effort.

Director's Note: Lean into smooth, leading-man swagger, but put a cynical, tired edge on it. Talk like you have all the answers and you are doing everyone a favor by sharing them. When he shows care, it is subtle and almost accidental, like it slips out before he can stop it.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS - For tone references and the complete audition packet: Elsewhere Again Website OR view our Mini Reference Track

(Not required, but strongly recommended if you want a deeper understanding of the world and characters before submitting).


Language:
  • english
Voice description:
  • animation/character
  • animation
  • american
  • male adult
  • west coast american (california)

  • โ€œDonโ€™t call it intuition. Call it guessing with confidence.โ€

  • โ€œKeep your head down. Or donโ€™t. Either way, Iโ€™m not bailing you out twice.โ€

  • โ€œRule one: nobody here is clean. Rule two: that includes me.โ€

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 238 Submissions Apply / Audition
Writer
Writer
Writer
open
Deferred: Agreed Amount

See https://elsewhereagain.com/opportunities for more info

Language:
  • english
Other info:
  • creative writing

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 5 Submissions Apply / Audition
Artist
Artist
Artist
open
Deferred: Agreed Amount

See https://elsewhereagain.com/opportunities for more info

Language:
  • english
Other info:
  • 2d art
  • 2d/3d artwork

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 4 Submissions Apply / Audition
Artist
Artist
Volunteer
open
Deferred: Agreed Amount

See https://elsewhereagain.com/opportunities for more info

Language:
  • english

  • *Say something you think would fit*

Favorite role Save Role for Later Total Submissions Toggle 0 Submissions Apply / Audition
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