Hey everybody! This is a casting call for the original series "Psycho" and before you say it, this isn't a remake of the movies, nor any anime. This is my own story, to which I have created it before even learning about other said stories. This story goes over a man named Scott, and his never dying will to make the world a better place before he leaves it. Simply put, he wants to help people be happy and live their lives without harming anyone that hasn't wronged anyone. But a man named Michael, he considers to a brother through bond. Michael does not have this view of life, and to which he does not care if anyone will suffer as long as he's happy in the end. Scott has managed to stop Michael from doing anything drastic before. That is until a woman named Kenzie comes into play. She's lived quite the life to say the least...She's done drugs, parties, lied, cheated and robbed people of a lot in her lifespan. And at first sight...Michael falls in love with her. Scott at the time, tries his best to learn about Kenzie and help see if they would be a good fit, mainly because he has a good eye for reading people. Only to figure out that she was not interested in Michael, even the slightest, if not a little annoyed by him. She was interested in Scott though. Scott attempted to "woo" her for Michael to help him get his first girlfriend, while giving her a job to an underground criminal company that Scott worked for. The Thieves of Thieves department. They only stole from people that have stolen before. (Scott hired Kenzie before he knew that Michael had feelings for her.) Scott fought any feelings that grew for Kenzie, because Michael was like a brother to him, he couldn't betray his family like that. Later on Scott saw it was best if Kenzie were to be fired, to protect her and Michael, and their friends. Just looking out for them...Nobody saw it like that though. They saw Scott as an evil heartless bastard for taking this opportunity away from her. Scott tried again and again to make it up to them to find out that Kenzie was toying with Michael's mind. Making him do things that isn't like him at all. When confronted about it, Michael was already long gone, she manipulated him into hating Scott. Somehow Michael turns Scott's friends, and family, everyone he cares about on him, making them hate Scott in someway. Driving Scott down a dark path, to where his ideology gets a whole more twisted. He starts writing out plans, predictions, theories, about what they'll do, how, and when they'll do anything. He spends weeks of creating alternate timelines based off of past decisions that they did, so he'll be prepared to do what's next. Which is to make Michael go through Scott's 18 steps of life. To finally turn him into a man, because he has acted like a kid for far too long... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------That's the story leading up to episode 1. This project's deadline will jump around a lot, due to me not being finished with the season 1 script but also because I want the best for this project. If that means I got to delay it, I will. To let you all know, this series will not strictly be a visual novel. I'm planning on creating the first two episodes like this,(more if needed) to get some attention and funding to make this an actual live action series. In which I cannot fund all that myself, so I'll spend whatever I can here to get to that point.
Your pay will be going through PayPal.
Rule #1 : Be 16 or older to audition for any of these roles. (Unless it's a role for a child character.)
Rule #2 : Must have discord, so that I may be able to contact you and send scripts out.
Rule #3 : This isn't necessarily a rule, but if you are sensitive to anything that isn't PC (Politically Correct) I highly recommend that you don't audition.
Rule #4 : For all the people that are casted, you will only be allowed 2 roles. (But you may audition for every role offered, just you're only gonna get two at most.)
Rule #5 : I want you to be passionate about this, not just in it for the money, also this a low budget project that I'm paying for out of my pocket. Meaning prices are non-negotiable.
Rule #6 : Please have a decent quality microphone. I can't be dealing with background noise nor static or anything of the sort.
Rule #7 : Don't be afraid to criticize. As long as it's actually constructive and not toxicity, I am all open for it. I'm trying my hardest to make this project become the best that it can be.
Note : All pay will be conducted in US Dollars through PayPal.
Discord Server Link : https://discord.gg/2HkmBvJQCq
Michael Breston is 21 years old. He's fun guy to hang around to be friends with. He brings the inner child of everyone out around him. Overall doesn't seem like a bad guy, till you know his selfish and his insecurities that Kenzie takes advantage of. Though we won't get to see much of his happy self, due to the mental torture he endures, changes him.
The first line, you should be sounding a bit guilty. Michael feels guilt after the dispute that had happened earlier with Scott and their friends.
The second line you should be screaming for your life. A man just killed your parents right in front of you, and you're being kidnapped. The bit after that, you should have a little bit of a jitter in your voice, frightened and scared.
The final line you should be sounding a little desperate, but turns into a little bit of anger.
This role is reoccurring! Meaning only audition if you're in it for the long term!
“I don’t know. I sorta feel bad, but he was just getting out of control.”
“Yeah...Right. I’ll be home in an hour or so, I’ll call you then, alright babe?”
“SOMEBODY HELP! PLEASE SOMEBODY HELP ME!”
*slightly panicking*“I mean yeah. T-That sounds like me.”
“I-I wanted to feel something...I wanted to be loved...”
“What we had...It was real...You were jealous...”
Chief Barnes is currently the Chief of Police down in Las Vegas. He's managed to takeout a fair share of crime down there, but it's Las Vegas, there's only so much you can clean before it pops back up in a different spot. He's in his early 60's and has been with the force for almost 40 years. He should have a light philly accent along with a deep toned voice. Here's a reference for what his voice should sound like Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War - Operator "Woods" Voicelines - YouTube
The first line should sound formal, and calm, while a little happy towards the end as if an old friend contacted you.
The second line just talk as if you were speaking to subordinates.
The final line you should have a little concern in your voice as if you're talking to an old partner you use to work with.
“Chief Barnes speaking, who's this?”
“Oh hey, how are you doing?”
“Be careful with that. We are turning the case over to Detective Judah.”
“He’s been tracking this murderer for a good couple of years. Building a huge damn case against the perp. Once they’re caught, they aren’t ever gonna see the light of the day again.”
“Yeah, yeah...We are wrapping everything up. You should be getting the files and evidence here in a few days.”
“You know, if you ever need new fresh eyes to look over the case. I’m your man, I know trying to solve a case for months at a time may get you overthinking, or overlooking some important information.”
Bob is his late 20's. He's never really said too much about his life other than he's very interested in sex, and he hates being an electrician. Bob may have a future appearance but that has not been made for this character just yet.
The first line you be sounding irritated with all the people you've dealt with today on the job.
The second line you should be sounding a bit pervy.
The final line you should have a bit of a cheeky tone.
“I swear if I have to explain why you don’t leave lights running 24 7 again. I will lose it.”
“So got anything special planned tonight for your lady?”
“No reason man, just curious if anything is getting...Well, spicy.”
Kenzie's Father is much more reasonable and rational other than his offspring. He's been through his fair share of a crappy life, he gets through it though, knowing that his family depends upon him. He will have a few future appearances though nothing too big.
For all three lines sound concerned and disappointed.
“Kenzie, no...”
“I know what you’re thinking. Don’t. It’s not worth it.”
“The man saved you from making a horrible mistake, and playing him and his friends as torture is fucked up. I can’t let you keep on doing this sweetheart. The man is already broke, there’s no reason to continue this any further."
Scott's Mother is a caring woman for when she isn't busy with her other younger kids. Her spot in this series will be very very short and brief. She only has two lines in the first episode, and I don't plan on making her return anytime soon.
For these two lines, just sound a like a concerned mother.
“Are you going to eat lunch at least?”
“You sure? I can pack you something pretty quick.”
Susan is Michael Preston's Grandmother. She's taken him in before he could even fully remember anything, due to family issues in the past. She'll only be appearing in this episode.
The first line you should have a ton of panic and frightened as if your loved one's life was on the line.
The second line will be taking in a dream like sequence, so you should sound happy and cheerful.
“Bill? Bill?!? Baby you okay?!?”
“W-Why are you doing this Scott? We didn’t do anything to you...”
“You really like this girl huh?”
“Oh come on Bill. He’s having a good time.”
Bill is the Grandfather of Michael Preston. He's also the owner of the electrician job that Bob and Michael work for. His only appearance will be in this episode.
The first line you just got hit in the face with a crowbar pretty damn hard, and for the yell, you just watched your life long partner get body slammed into the ground.
The second line takes place during a dream like sequence, so you should have a happy and cheerful tone of voice.
“Ugh… I-I’m okay...”
“I-I’ll KILL YOU SON OF A BITCH!”
“Still gonna be careful right Mike?”
“I know, I know. We still gotta look out for him. I just want you to be safe, okay son?”
Mary Judah is the wife of Detective Judah. Not much is known about this woman other than she's married to the Hero of the police department, even though unknown to others outside. In the family she and her children are abused by such man. I currently don't have any big plans for this character at this moment, though I'll contact whoever gets casted for her, if she is needed once again.
“Can’t sleep again honey?...You should probably-”
*Gasp as if your husband just popped off onto you in a conversation.*
Jenny is just the good old office secretary at the Oregon City Police Department, or well it seems that way. She is currently having an affair with Detective Judah, thinking they belong together forever. She is planned to have a couple future appearances but nothing too big.
All three lines you should have a formal tone of voice
“Hi Judah, this is Jenny. I just wanted to tell you, the evidence from Las Vegas is finally here.”
“Of course sir. What time do you think you will be arriving?”
“Aw, how sweet. Thanks Judah, I’ll see you in a bit then.”
The Replacer is currently the head boss of a underground criminal company in Oregon. He's greedy, and cocky, except when it comes to the higher ups, he goes soft real quick. His origin story is unknown for the most part, other than he's replaced many people in the company that randomly "disappeared" hence how he got the name. He has a short appearance in this episode, and will have a bigger role in the next episode. (Whoever gets casted, will get paid more for the next episode.)
First line, you should sound a little concerned and surprised by the fact that the Higher Ups sent a proxy to deliver a hit on someone powerful.
Second line, sound more worried about the state of your department, and all the money that might be wasted.
Final line, you're being question of your loyalty to a company that you've worked for years, and know that they don't take kindly to being questioned.
“Are you positive they want that? He still has money, and he could have knowledge on that Isaac guy.”
“But that money? We could use it for this shit hole.”
“NO! No, of course not. I would never...I’ll get it done.”
You're a proxy for multi-billion dollars criminal company, delivering a hit on someone that's know to have some power and influence on his side. Feel free to do your lines however you'd like. Just try to keep a serious tone.
“The Higher ups want Scott to be taken care of.”
“They’re brothers. He isn’t giving anything up on him. You have your orders, put him down.”
“Are you challenging the Higher ups orders?”
This Medical Examiner is currently examining the bodies of Bill and Susan. This is a one time, non recurring role.
“Jesus. So it was there grandkid that did this shit?”
“I take it the kid didn’t get what he wanted for his birthday.”*chuckles*
“Yes sir.”
This Medical Examiner is examining the bodies of Bill and Susan. This a one time, non recurring role.
“Yeah, that’s what the report said.”
“Well it's saying he might be an infamous killer that’s up in Oregon. Even though, that’s quite far away.”
“Yes sir.”
These are two roles, but I mixed them into one because it's such a small amount of work, and it can be done by a person. For #1 go for a lighter tone of voice, while for #2 go for a deeper tone. The final line, you just watched your fellow mugging bud get murdered right in front of you. So scream like you mean it.
#1 “You lost old man?...”
#2 “Old man got moves huh?...”
#1 “SOMEBODY HELP ME! PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME!”
Send in concept art\drawings that you've made before. Depending on whether your style fits, or that your capable of doing it, you'll be hired. Pay varies on how much work you complete and the quality of it.
Contact me on Discord unless you have a link to it to show off your work. Discord User : YT_MR_SF#2307
I'm mainly looking for someone that has made characters in a comic/graphic novel type of style.
Here's some reference work in the style I'm looking for.
Say something you think would fit
I need a couple of animators if not just one will do, but this project/episode is very lengthy and will take while to complete, meaning you have to be in this for the long term. I'll be paying 30 US dollars per line that is animated. The budget is very tight on this one, so if you're looking for a higher pay, I simply can not afford it. For this audition, send a link with previous animated works that you have done yourself or with others (If with others, list your contribution.) If you're good with working on darker, more brutal and bloody scenes, you will be prioritized, as for this episode has several of them. Finally let me know what you specialize in animation, that way I can make sure that you're working with something familiar, to ensure a higher quality.
This goes for Character Animation only.
Update : Here's some reference work, on what I'm mainly looking for to be done in the series.
(1) "TAG DER TOTEN" EASTER EGG ENDING CUTSCENE (Black Ops 4 Zombies DLC 4 Ending) - YouTube
This is a advanced version of a motion comic.
Say something you think would fit
I need a couple of animators if not just one will do, but this project/episode is very lengthy and will take while to complete, meaning you have to be in this for the long term. I'll be paying 30 US dollars per line that is animated. The budget is very tight on this one, so if you're looking for a higher pay, I simply can not afford it. For this audition, send a link with previous animated works that you have done yourself or with others (If with others, list your contribution.) If you're good with working on darker, more brutal and bloody scenes, you will be prioritized, as for this episode has several of them. Finally let me know what you specialize in animation, that way I can make sure that you're working with something familiar, to ensure a higher quality.
This goes for Character, and Background animations.
Update : Here's some reference work, on what I'm mainly looking for to be done in the series.
(1) "TAG DER TOTEN" EASTER EGG ENDING CUTSCENE (Black Ops 4 Zombies DLC 4 Ending) - YouTube
This is a advanced version of a motion comic.
Say something you think would fit
I need a couple of artists if not just one will do, but this project/episode is very lengthy and will take while to complete, meaning you have to be in this for the long term. The budget is very tight on this one, so if you're looking for a higher pay, there is very little wiggle room. For this audition, send a link with previous animated works and or background art that you have done yourself or with others (If with others, list your contribution.) If you're good with working on darker, more brutal and bloody scenes, you will be prioritized, as for this episode has several of them. Finally let me know what you specialize in specifically, that way I can make sure that you're working with something familiar, to ensure a higher quality.
This goes for Background Art/Scenic Imagery
Update : Here's some reference work, on what I'm mainly looking for to be done in the series.
(1) "TAG DER TOTEN" EASTER EGG ENDING CUTSCENE (Black Ops 4 Zombies DLC 4 Ending) - YouTube
This is a advanced version of a motion comic.
The pay is each background that is made for the project.
Say something you think would fit
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