Project Jackal
Project Overview
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PROJECT IS RATED R for extreme gore & violence, language, controversial topics
Project Summary:
- Project Jackal (Name Subject to Change) is a story that spans across 3 arcs that take place over a timeline that spans about 100 years.
- The key themes of the story are mature in content and based on themes of warfare, espionage, existentialism, political ideologies, religion, the internet age, WWII, WWIII, the relationships between man and machine, brotherhood, trafficking, science, thievery, and real-world vs dystopian future.
- Project Jackal is meant to be a story/anime that will capture mature audiences with it's dark and serious tones, tones that rival that of well-known stories like that of Metal Gear Solid or Ghost in the Shell.
- There are multiple main characters that span across three major timelines
- WWII/Mafia Era (1942-1970)
- The Internet Age (1995-2025)
- WWIII/Cybernetic Future (2040 – 2050)
This project we are currently working on for this audition will focus on the 2nd Arc of the over-arching story which takes place in The Internet Age.
- The Internet Age (1995-2025) –
- The Story now centers on a group of assassins trained by one of many organizations that were funded through the mafia to create perfect assassins. Each member of the squad is trained to a specific skill set of their own regard, making them a vital part of the unit.
- Assassin’s are collected and trained from the age of 8 years old until they turn 18 on how to perform espionage, stealth tactics, squad-based fire and maneuver tactics, negotiation tactics, torture, use a multitude of languages, specialize in a specific weapon class based off their test results, and work together in improvised team groups to ensure proper function in the field.
- Each assassin trainee once they reach the age of 18 must pass one final test in which they are placed in a room with their classmates and forced to perform a gauntlet in which only one survivor is allowed to walk out of the room alive if the trainee’s refuse to kill each other, the room is gassed and they are all disposed of. The trainee who survives the gauntlet is then put into a team based on correlating skill sets to achieve perfect synchronicity in combat. From there the teams are assigned contracts which they complete on behalf of their respective company.
- There are three assassin’s organizations in total (Yet to be named).
- This arc of the story will eventually develop into what will become the key focus of the story in which a 6 man squad is sent to a secluded area to obtain information on a classified human experimentation project that could threaten to change the basis in which warfare and espionage are conducted.
- Each character of the 6 man squad will be explained in full depth and provided enough detailed information and back story to build a bond with the viewer/reader in such a manner that they feel as if none of them are the main character, rather than each of them separately viewed as main characters in equal.
Due to my current financial situation, this project will be entirely zero-budget, HOWEVER, if this project deems successful and gets to a point of popularity or to a point that it can be monetized, I am entirely willing to provide payment for projects in the future. Until then I need a dedicated team of talent to achieve this goal with me.
As for me, I am a voice actor and writer, I have a multitude of skills and am willing to learn if it means helping others in achieving the work that needs to be accomplished for this goal.
Members I am seeking and desire would be:
- A 2D/3D Artists: Project Jackal will take on a very serious tone and environment, artists who are skilled in animating hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, blood, and military machinery would be desired. The artist(s) and I will have a very close relationship in regards to communication to ensure they understand each scene and what scenarios will consist of.
- Voice Actors: A multitude of actors are going to be needed for this project, they must also be willing to meet at least once a week to discuss project goals and work through scenes together. A majority of the work can be submitted remotely, however, I am big on team building and believe having actors who are willing to work together regularly makes for better vocal performance when it comes to communicating between characters and building relationships. NOTE: ****[ALL VOICES EXCEPT HACKER AND GUNNER ARE MEANT TO BE IN THEIR 30's/40's] ****
- Video Editor: A video editor will be required in order to help bring the scenes together and help provide insight on what scenes might work and not work for the mood of the series. The video editor will work with me one on one and we will discuss topics such as clipping, music, and on-screen graphics (if needed).
- Music Composer/Producer: The music for this series will focus on very Dark Synth music and music that is meant to set a serious tone and even give off a sense of tension and unease to most situations. I ask that whoever the music producer is meet with me and we can go over some music that fits the tonality of Project Jackal. Ideally, the best way I can describe the music for Project Jackal would be a combination of Dark Synth music with Metal Gear Solid style music.
As for myself, I will be taking on the roles of director, voice actor, audio engineer, writer, and producer.
All members of this project must have or be willing to have a discord, this will allow us to have regular meetings and share work with one another. If you are selected for this project you will be invited to the server.
Good luck everyone, and most importantly! Have fun! :)
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This role will be essential in designing the characters for Project Jackal. I will work with this artist to ensure they are completely informed of what the characters are supposed to look like and how they should look.
It is preferred that this artist has a keen sense of detail similar to anime's like ghost in the shell, cowboy bebop, or Samurai Champloo.
Willing to accept any artist who can commit to anime level of detail. The project is rated R so the style for characters and environments is meant to be as realistic as possible and not so much cartoony.
Must have or create discord in order for us to properly communicate online
Say something you think would fit
A 2D Artist: Project Jackal will take on a very serious tone and environment, artists who are skilled in animating hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, blood, and military machinery would be desired. The artist(s) and I will have a very close relationship in regards to communication to ensure they understand each scene and what scenarios will consist of.
Looking for someone who can create 2D anime-style cutscenes that mirror the level of detail of such classics as:
Ghost In The Shell / Cowboy Bebop / Naruto / Metal Gear Solid
Willing to accept any artist who can commit to anime level of detail. The project is rated R so the style for characters and environments is meant to be as realistic as possible and not so much cartoony.
Must have or create discord in order for us to properly communicate online
Say something you think would fit
Video Editor: A video editor will be required in order to help bring the scenes together and help provide insight on what scenes might work and not work for the mood of the series. The video editor will work with me one on one and we will discuss topics such as clipping, music, and on-screen graphics (if needed).
Must have a discord and be willing to accept calls with me on a regular basis.
Say something you think would fit
Music Composer/Producer: The music for this series will focus on very Dark Synth music and music that is meant to set a serious tone and even give off a sense of tension and unease to most situations. I ask that whoever the music producer is meet with me and we can go over some music that fits the tonality of Project Jackal. Ideally, the best way I can describe the music for Project Jackal would be a combination of Dark Synth music with Metal Gear Solid style music.
Must be willing to work with me on various scenes in order to culminate the perfect music for the feel of different scenarios.
Must have discord and be willing to accept calls with me on a weekly basis.
Say something you think would fit
The Captain will be voiced by myself and act as the leader of the unit. His primary objective is the mission at all costs. Some people view him as cold and only focus on the mission. But he will do whatever it takes to ensure the team under his charge is taken care of.
Alright people, Project Jackal is a-go.
Listen, I don't have time for your bullshit, either you answer the question, or we're gonna have issues.
Wait for my mark...
AGE:32
The Sniper specializes in espionage of the highest degree and is a skilled close range and long-range fighter. He prefers silence and only speaks when he needs to. The sniper is one of the most revered members of the unit as he brings a sense of relief to almost any situation. Toting a silenced sniper rifle and silenced pistol, the team entrusts their lives to him knowing that he will always have them covered, or clear the way for them in any situation.
The sniper will have a mid-low or medium voice. Preferably raspy and weathered, as if he is a long time warfighter who has seen enough warfare to make up a lifetime. His voice should reflect that of someone who is firm, calculated, and confident.
He should come off as a character who doesn't like to talk or communicate, but never the less is a great guy. He is the quiet badass of the team that says cool stuff from time to time essentially.
Good voices to listen to when trying to emulate the voice of the sniper would be Vincent Valentine from Final Fantasy VII Advent Children/FF7 Dirge of Cerberus or that of Solid Snake from Metal Gear Solid.
I'm outside of the perimeter...where do I go from here?...
Roger that...I'll make sure to take them out quietly.
I got a mark on two targets, give me the "go-ahead" when you're ready for me to fire.
AGE: 29
The interrogator contrary to his role is one of the more talkative and laid-back members of the team. He is a tall muscular man capable of magnificent levels of strength and only becomes rather scary when he is performing his soul purpose which is that of interrogation. He typically touts a heavy machine gun and has a Rambo style combat personality - the macho man of the team.
I would typically look for someone with a deep voice for the role of The interrogator, however I am also willing to accept a medium-low voice if it's convincing enough.
For anyone interested in trying out for the interrogator, look up characters like Batou from the dubbed Ghost in the Shell, or Jecht from the dubbed Cowboy Bebop franchise for comparison in what I am looking for in a voice actor.
This wouldn't be the first time one of these guys has showed up, alright guys, lock & load.
Alright, listen here you piece of shit, tell me where they're at! Before I blow your fucking head off!
*Said in a begrudging manner, as if disgusted but also holding back from having an angry outburst*
Money... is that all you sad, sorry fuck's ever think about?...
AGE: 22
The Gun Runner is the young buck of the team. He is rather enthusiastic and has a very anime style behavior to him like that of Naruto Uzimake in a way, but his character is not meant to be too cheerful and lighthearted, this content is rated R after all, so he can't be too silly. He's meant to be sorta suave and badass. His charismatic personality and hyperactive reflexes make him an essential part of the team as he is there to keep everyone's morale in check and act's as the team's little brother of sorts.
The Gun Runner specializes in using sub-machine guns and explosives and is well known for running distances in an extremely fast manner, hence the name "Gun-runner". Typically he is usually either teamed up with the interrogator in heavy situations (which makes for some humorous big guy / little guy moments), or the Sniper (which usually leads to scenes of the Gun Runner being silly while the Sniper is trying to remain serious).
The Gun Runner is in many ways the comic-relief of the team but is not meant to be underestimated as his skills are vital for the team's success. In most scenes, he is rather serious but sometimes he let's the human side of himself out to have some fun.
The Gun Runner should have a mid to mid-high voice as he is younger and a more enthusiastic character.
A good voice to listen to when thinking of the idea of the Gun Runner would be that of Zack Faire from Final Fantasy VII, Reno from Final Fantasy VII, Raiden from Metal Gear Solid 2, Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop or even Deadpool played by Ryan Reynolds.
Woah-Woah-Woah, hold the phone big guy, why don't you let him speak for a second before breaking his neck huh? :) (Said in a cheery and cocky voice)
*Said enthusiastically after the Captain has given them orders to engage*
One for the money, and two for the show, right?
*Exasperated in the middle of a fist fight*
Listen.. are you gonna keep playing patty cake or are you gonna hit me like you mean it!
AGE: 37
The pilot is simply the team's vehicle operator. Typically he is usually almost always in a chopper, but in some scenarios, the pilot can show up in other vehicles such as a truck, boat, or even heavy machinery like a tank or armored humvee. His primary role is that he is a vehicular specialist and normally takes charge of making sure the team has an easy way in and out of the area.
The Pilot needs to be prepared to have a firm and clear voice as a majority of their lines will be audio engineered to sound like they are coming from a radio.
The best description I can give when preparing for this audition is to listen to what a stereotypical pilot would sound like when communicating over radio transmission. The Pilot will sometimes have scenes where he will have dialogue that goes deeper than typical airway communication. The pilot's role is that of being the eye in the sky and always having knowledge of when and where the team should be.
This is Raven to Echo 2-4, Do You Read Me?
Echo 2-4, you are cleared to sweep the perimeter, there are no further targets in sight.
Echo 2-4, we are ready to drop when you are.
AGE: 24
The Hacker's primary role on the team is to always be informed of everything and anything. Hacking isn't the hacker's only skill set, as they are also skilled in hand-to-hand combat and usually prefer using pistols. The Hacker typically works very closely with the Captain as they are usually keeping the Captain informed of all information that is essential to the team's success as well as providing any details on information about the area.
Since the hacker can be either male or female this is one of the only roles I would like people to have some freedom with.
For males, I would like the Hacker to have a medium voice, and for females, I would like the Hacker to have a medium voice.
The hacker is meant to be rather punctual and focused on information, in combat however, they are extremely quick, precise, and formidable.
For male leads, a good role model to model your voice after would be that of John Cena, or Steve Blum
For female leads, a good role model to model your voice after would be that of Scarlett Johansen from the Avengers, or even Milla Jovovich from Resident Evil.
Alright, I'm patching through. This will take a second so keep yourselves occupied in the meantime.
Captain, I have a reading on multiple enemies closing in on our location! We need to get out of here, NOW!
Damn...I never expected there to be this much security in one place...this is gonna be fun... (sarcastically).
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