On Hold (Short Film) - VOICEOVER ROLES
Project Overview
On Hold is a five-minute drama about a woman navigating the loss of her best friend and lover, Sam. Using the motif of a phone stuck "on hold," the film explores how grief can place our lives in a state of limbo—how it can, quite literally, put life on hold. Looking to fill a few voiceover roles.
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AGE: 40s, 50s
You will be playing a compassionate yet worried parent reaching out to her daughter, AVERY, who has been isolating herself in grief after a devastating loss. Her voicemail should gently express her concern while trying not to overwhelm Avery. The performance should feel authentic, layered with warmth, subtle worry, and an undertone of helplessness.
Voice-only role; no on-camera performance required
Actors must have access to a high-quality microphone and recording setup.
Perform as if you're leaving a voicemail.
*full voicemail lines not included in audition
- female adult
I was cooking that spicy stir-fry we made together last winter—remember how you said I added too much chili?
It feels like everything's at a standstill with you right now, and it's okay to struggle with that.
Take a step. Any step. You don't have to do this alone, honey. Just... please. Call me. I love you.
You play as Sam, or at least a memory of him.
Age: Mid to late 20s.
SAM is a warm and charming figure who comes to life in a fleeting but poignant memory that Avery has while overhearing a conversation.
Voice-only role; no on-camera performance required.
Recording session will be remote. Actors must have access to a high-quality microphone and recording setup.
How is it that you always manage to finish your fries and half of mine? You’re a fry thief, Avery.
You're my home. Is that too cheesy? Yeah, yeah, definitely cheesy.
Okay, first rule of road trips: I pick the music. Second rule: no complaining about the first rule.
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