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Before I get into detail- This project would be perfect for those who are in need of experience! If you already have experience but don’t mind auditioning, feel free to do so!
For the roles of Artist and Music Composer, if you are a beginner of either of those that is alright! My goal for this project is to help others improve as well as giving them a chance!
Hello! This is a casting call for an animated series. This animation takes place in a dystopian society, there is no government, and the time that it takes place is unknown. Most people try their best to survive in groups. The number one rule is to "Trust Nobody".
This animation will be diverse in characters, such as race, gender, and sexualities. (There might be another casting call for more characters in the future)
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
-Must be at least 15+ [This animation will have mature content, some exceptions can be made]
-Must be accepting of the LGBT community (Since it has LGBT characters)
-Can handle dark topics! This includes mature words, Mental Illness, and violence
-Must have a discord! Once cast you’ll be added to a private server.
-Must have a microphone that picks up little to no background noise.
FLEXIBILITY
-This is going to be a long-term project! Please audition if you know you’re going to have time to put effort into this.
PAYMENT
-As of now, payment is a possibility. I will be setting up a Patreon & Ko-fi account- If it takes off then payment will be possible. But as of now, it’s going to be volunteer work.
When cast you’ll be invited into a private discord server. That’s where we will discuss, set deadlines, and basically do anything that regards the project.
Who knows! You might make a friend or two!
Good luck!
If you need to contact me, feel free to do so via email
chmartinez@/gmail.com
There would be a team of artists.
Most of the time I will provide sketches- But there would be some artists who will draw the pieces. Before we start I will introduce the art style of this animation.
Please show at least 5 of your works.
Say something you think would fit
Charlie is a trans male who is a kind and optimistic person. They try their best to help out others, despite if the person is evil or not. This causes them to be vulnerable trying to take advantage. They are best friends with Leslie!
For his voice, it would be a high-mid range.
An example of his voice can be:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iK-QXUPBGkg
[Normally] "Hello! I'm Charlie!"
[Dissapointed] "I've heard many tales of this place as a kid. But looks like everything has changed. This isn't the place that it used to be."
[Out of breath] "Didn't I [pant] tell you already! My [pant] name [pant] is Charlie!!"
[explaining] "Well, I started archery as I kid. And I still do now but, I'm not so good at it. I still need a lot of practice."
[embarrased] "I...Uhm. It's not like that! It- It was an a-accident! I-I swear!"
[Nervously to defensive] "Well, I'm not sure what you are saying...HEY! Look who is talking! I'm, not the only one who is being "secretive". "
(We'd prefer if a person of color voiced this character- we will treat all auditions equally!)
Nicole can be sassy and sarcastic. She isn't afraid to defend or to stand up for what's right. She can often be goofy at times but can be serious when the time Is appropriate.
We'd prefer a mid-high range. Here is an example:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM_OV3wP3Yo
[Normally] " Nice to meet you! I'm Nicole!"
[Sarcastically] "Yes! Let's do that, I can totally see that working out."
[Suprised] "What..You have to be joking! I swear I got those guys knocked out! There is no way they could've got in here!"
[suspiciously] "Charlie... who is this? You 'outta be careful out there!"
[Happily] "Woah! Ahahaha! I thought these were gone, we are lucky to find some of these supplies in this type of world now 'a days."
Thomas is often serious and sarcastic along with Nicole. He often doesn't show emotions, its rare if he does. He does have a soft spot for someone (wink, wink). He prefers violence over communication, especially in this dystopian society. He also doesn't care what others have to say about him.
For his voice, we prefer a low-mid range. Here is an example:
[ignorant] "No. We arent going to do that. No can do."
[angrily] "What the hell? No! That's going to be way too suspicious! They might be onto us, just keep it quiet!"
[quietly] " Cut if off charlie! You should know who not to trust here! Not everyone is all nice to one another. Get your head out of the gutter!"
[normally] "I'm not so sure. I heard that they were trying to find this... artifact? I'm not so sure exactly what it is or what it does."
Leslie is a sweat-hearted Muslim, she is cautious of her surroundings, making her a quiet person. Once she opens up she is outgoing and kind. But she can also be serious and intimidating at times.
We'd prefer a (somewhat) of a high-mid range. Here is an example:
[happily] "Look at this food! I never knew you can cook Thomas, haha!"
[explaining] "I wouldn't rely on it. You already know the dangers of even going near their base! I shouldn't be explaining that to Thomas..especially to Charlie, since all you guys do is roam around."
[confidently] "Do not worry, we got this!!"
[consoling] "Im sure he didn't mean it. I mean, have you seen how he has been acting all week? He's miserable. Just give him some time."
Casper is a calm and collected person. He thinks realistically when it comes to situations, and can work under pressure. He is like the "mother" of the group.
We'd prefer a mid-range for his voice.
[concerned] "Hey, hey, hey! Don't do that! You can get hurt."
[explaining] "Look, we all have to look after one another, I understand that some of you still don't get along, but please. You'll have to work it out."
[confidently] "Oh please. It's two against four. What are the odds of you beating us?"
[scream] (Yes, we'll need you to scream)
Nancy is a rational and precise person. She is mostly serious but often likes to be silly during appropriate times.
We'd prefer a high-mid range, Here is an example:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgFI6EyQfPg
[irritated] "No. We are definitely not doing that. Under any circumstances, it will be a no."
[calmly] "How about we just rest for today? I mean, look at you. You're a mess."
[Annoyed] "Yes, yes. I know. I already told you guys before ya'll left of what you guys needed to do. But no. None of you guys listened."
Johnny can be seen as calm, but once he opens up he can be energetic. He is more on the active side, such as doing parkour or skate on the buildings. He is also best friends with Felix.
We'd prefer a mid-range for his voice.
[laughing] "Dude! totally, did you see how he looked?! Hilarious!"
[serious] "No! Are you dumb or what. You have to think thoroughly for this one bro!"
[normally] "Hmm. I'm not sure, maybe you can do graffiti at those buildings next block, and I'll just skate, aha!"
[out of breath] " I am [pant] NEVER [pant] doing that again!!"
Felix is a laid back person, who doesn't get into any drama and is hard to get offended.He is a painter and a graffiti artist, who he likes to do with his best friends Johhny.
For this voice, we'd prefer a range between high & mid range.
[tiredly] "No way! I'm exhausted, we literally ran past 5 blocks! I'm, not athletic bro!"
[annoyed] "Damn it... I ran out of paint again.."
[exctidedly] "Yo johnny! We should totally prank Nancy and Nicole! You down?"
[explaining] "Yes, totally! Look there are two ways to be productive, we can just-" [gets interrupted]
(We prefer if a person of color voiced this character; We will still treat all auditions equally!)
Stephen is a jokester and loves to prank others along with Johnny and Felix. He is skilled in body combat who he was taught by Nicole.
For this voice, wed prefer a mid-low range.
[Laughing] "Oh man!! You two are hilarious, I should hang out more often with you too!"
[awkwardly] "Yeesh- Looks like someone is having a bad day.."
[happily] "Actually, now that I think of it... maybe we should pair Thomas with Charlie! They always work together, I'm sure they can get this mission done in no time!"
