Starbound 2-D animated pilot
Project Overview
Star Bound is an original 2D animated adventure series from FF Productions, following Astro, a young fox whose curiosity about the world around him leads him somewhere he never expected.
Astro loves exploring, asking questions and dreaming about what might exist beyond the stars. His closest friend, Nova, is a young rabbit who is a little more cautious, but she’s always willing to follow Astro into another adventure.
One night, a strange object falls from the sky and changes everything.
The Star Bound pilot introduces Astro, Nova and their world on Earth, as they begin to uncover something far bigger than they could have imagined. What starts as a simple adventure through their forest slowly becomes the beginning of a journey beyond their home.
The pilot will focus on character, friendship, atmosphere and mystery, while setting up a much larger universe for future stories.
As the series develops, Star Bound may expand beyond Earth into new worlds filled with unique animal characters, planets, mysteries and adventures.
This project is being created as an independent FF Productions production, with the aim of bringing together a small creative team to build an original animated series from the ground up.
We’re currently looking for voice actors, 2D animators and a storyboard artist to help bring the pilot to life.
Welcome to Starbound.
Voice Actor
Astro is a young, adventurous fox with a huge curiosity about the world around him. He's playful, energetic and sometimes impulsive, but kind-hearted and thoughtful underneath.
Voice
Looking for a young male voice that feels natural, youthful, warm, curious and adventurous. Astro shouldn't sound too childish, deep or overly cartoonish. You should be comfortable showing excitement, humour, wonder and fear.
Requirements
A reasonably clear microphone
Quiet recording environment preferred
Good-quality, understandable audio
Able to take direction and feedback Comfortable communicating with the production team
Able to complete recordings within the agreed timeframe
No professional equipment is required - a good microphone can be acceptable if the recording is clear.Read before auditioning!
If you’d like to improve your chances of getting the role, feel free to add a few extra lines of your own that you think would suit Astro’s personality. We’d love to hear your interpretation of the character!
Later in the season, Astro may also appear in music videos or other musical content. If you’re able to sing or would be comfortable recording vocals for music videos, please let us know in your audition. This isn’t required, but it would be a bonus!
- english
- A youthful adventurous and playful male voice Astro is curious energetic and optimistic with a mischievous side The actor should convey excitement humour wonder and fear naturally
- American (General American)
- Male-sounding voice preferred but open to anyone who suits the character
- Voice acting expressive character performance emotional range clear pronunciation and taking direction (ability to sing)
- A microphone capable of recording clear dialogue in a quiet environment Professional equipment is not required
- No specific software required Please submit clean audition audio without music or sound effects
Line 1 — Curious “Whoa… what is that?”
Line 2 — Excited “Come on, Lyra! This is gonna be amazing!”
Line 3 — Determined “I don’t know where this leads… but I’m going!” Line 4-scared “ I wish someone anyone would believe me”
Voice Actor
River: A friendly otter who lives in the forest with Astro and Nova. River is sociable and expressive, helping bring the woodland community to life.
Voice: Friendly, natural and expressive. River should sound like someone from the forest community, with a little personality and warmth.
Requirements
● Clear, natural and expressive voice acting.
● Ability to deliver dialogue with believable emotion and timing.
● Good-quality recordings with minimal background noise.
● Willingness to take direction, provide additional takes and meet agreed deadlines.
You don’t need professional voice-acting experience or expensive equipment. A phone recording is fine if it’s clear. Please don’t add music, sound effects or voice filters to your audition.
Project Details
● Payment: Volunteer and unpaid. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
● Credit: You’ll be credited for your voice role in the finished project.
● Schedule: The recording workload and deadlines will be discussed and agreed before you commit.
● Recording: Clean dialogue files are required if you’re selected.
We’re looking for someone who can help bring River and the Star Bound forest community to life.
- english
- General American English preferred but other natural English accents are welcome
- Any voice gender is welcome if the performance suits the character
- A microphone capable of recording clear dialogue in a quiet environment Expensive equipment is not necessary
- Voice acting natural dialogue delivery emotional expression clear pronunciation and taking direction
- No specific software required Clean recordings without music or sound effects are preferred
Audition line 1 — Casual “Hey, have you two heard? Everyone’s gathering tonight to watch the meteor!”
Audition line 2 — Disappointed “We waited for ages. The whole sky lit up for a second, and then… nothing.”
Audition line 3 — Concerned “Something about this doesn’t feel right. I just can’t explain it.”
Voice Actor
About Vesper
Vesper is a red-and-white space fox who appears briefly in the pilot’s post-credits teaser. She is lively and excitable, but she also has a thoughtful, wise side. Her brief appearance hints that Astro and Nova’s discovery may be connected to something much bigger.
We’re looking for a youthful feminine voice that can balance excitement, curiosity and a little mystery. Vesper should feel distinct and memorable, without sounding overly childish.
Requirements
● A youthful, expressive voice suited to Vesper.
● Ability to convey excitement, curiosity and quieter moments of seriousness.
● Clear dialogue and good-quality recordings.
● Ability to follow direction and meet agreed deadlines.
● Willingness to work collaboratively with the director.
A professional microphone and previous experience are not essential. Phone recordings are welcome if the sound is clean, with minimal background noise and no added effects or music.
Project Details
● Payment: Volunteer and unpaid. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
● Credit: You’ll be credited for your voice role in the finished project.
● Current role: Vesper has a brief appearance in the pilot’s post-credits teaser.
● Possible future work: A separate Vesper short is planned. The selected actor may be invited to return if that project moves forward, but future work is not guaranteed.
● Singing: Singing is a bonus, not a requirement for this audition. Any separate song opportunity would be discussed later, with lyrics and instructions supplied separately.
This is a chance to help introduce a mysterious new character who may become important to the wider Star Bound universe.
- english
- Female-sounding voice preferred but open to anyone who suits the character
- A youthful lively feminine voice Vesper is excitable curious and expressive with a thoughtful and quietly wise side The actor should balance enthusiasm with more serious moments without making her sound overly childish
- General American English preferred but other natural English accents are welcome
- Voice acting expressive character performance emotional range and clear pronunciation Singing is an optional bonus for future projects (Ability to sing)
- A microphone capable of recording clear dialogue in a quiet environment Professional equipment is not required
- No specific software required Please submit clean audition audio without music or sound effects
Audition line 1 — Excited “You have to come and see this! I’ve never seen anything like it!”
Audition line 2 — Curious “Wait… that light isn’t moving like the others.”
Audition line 3 — Suddenly serious “That wasn’t supposed to happen. Something has changed.”
Artist
Storyboard Artist — Star Bound
About the Project
Star Bound is an original indie animated fantasy adventure from FF Productions. When a mysterious black crystal falls from the sky, young fox Astro and his rabbit friend Nova discover that their world is about to change in ways they never imagined. With friendship, magic and a mystery waiting to be uncovered, their adventure is only just beginning.
What You’ll Do
We’re looking for a storyboard artist to help bring the pilot episode to life visually. You’ll turn the script into a clear sequence of drawings, planning character movements, expressions, camera angles, scene transitions and important moments.
The story includes cinematic forest scenery, fun character interactions, mysterious events and a dramatic transformation. We want the storyboards to communicate the atmosphere, emotions and pacing of each scene and give the animators a clear guide to follow.
Requirements
At least some experience with storyboarding or a strong understanding of visual storytelling.
Ability to draw clear, readable scenes and expressive characters.
Understanding of composition, camera angles and scene continuity.
Willingness to follow the script, use the supplied character references and collaborate with the director.
Ability to communicate clearly and make reasonable revisions based on feedback.
Digital or traditional storyboards are welcome. Please share examples of your work or a portfolio when applying.
Project Details
Payment: This is a volunteer, unpaid indie project. There is no guaranteed payment.
Credit: You will be credited for your storyboard work in the project’s credits, provided you complete the agreed work.
Workload: The scenes, deadlines and workload will be discussed and agreed with the selected artist before work begins.
Collaboration: You’ll work with the director, who will provide the script, character references and any necessary guidance.
Creative input: Ideas and suggestions are welcome, but major story changes should be discussed with the director first.
How to Apply
Please include examples of your storyboards or artwork, along with a short introduction about your experience and the software or materials you use.
- english
- Camera Angles
- storytelling
- composition
- visual storytelling
- something to draw with like an animation pad or if you prefer paper
*Say something you think would fit*
Animator
2D Animator — Star Bound Pilot
FF Productions | Volunteer Project | 3+ Positions
About Star Bound
What if one mysterious crystal could change the fate of an entire forest?
Star Bound is an original indie animated fantasy adventure following Astro, an adventurous young fox, and Nova, his cautious but loyal rabbit friend. When a mysterious black crystal falls from the sky, their ordinary world begins to change, setting the stage for a much bigger adventure.
We’re creating a character-driven pilot with cinematic forest scenery, expressive characters, playful friendship, atmospheric music and an eerie science-fantasy mystery. We want it to feel like a genuine indie animated production, with its own identity, heart and visual style.
The Role
We’re looking for at least three 2D animators to help bring the pilot to life. The work will be split between animators, so you will be assigned scenes rather than being expected to animate the entire episode alone.
You may animate character movement, facial expressions, dialogue acting, environmental movement and special moments such as the crystal’s appearance and Astro and Nova’s developing transformations.
The director will provide the approved script, storyboards and character references. You’ll work with the director to turn these into expressive, polished animation that keeps the characters and scenes consistent.
Requirements
Some experience with 2D animation, or a strong animation portfolio.
Ability to create readable movement, expressions and character acting.
Ability to follow storyboards, character references and direction.
Willingness to communicate, accept feedback and make agreed revisions.
Reliability and a willingness to work with a small indie team.
Original, artist-created animation that fits the agreed style.
Software: Blender Grease Pencil is preferred. Toon Boom and other suitable 2D animation software are also welcome. Please mention which software you use when applying.
How to Audition
Please send an animation showreel, a previous animation, or a short sample that demonstrates your skills. Let us know what software you use and which kinds of scenes you are most comfortable animating.
Important Project Details
Payment: This is a volunteer, unpaid project. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
Credit: You will receive credit for your contribution in the finished project, provided your agreed work is used and completed.
Workload: Your assigned scenes, deadlines and workload will be discussed and agreed before you begin.
Support: You will receive the script, storyboards, character references and direction needed for your scenes.
Collaboration: You’ll work with the director and the other animators so the pilot feels consistent from scene to scene.
You don’t need to be a professional animator to apply, but please be honest about your experience and availability. We’re looking for people who genuinely want to help bring an original indie animated story to life.
- english
- 2d animation
- Toon boom
- 2d art
- 2D Software
- Blender Grease Pencil
- facial expressions
- timing and visual storytelling
- character animation
- Animation pad or something to animate on
*Say something you think would fit*
Voice Actor
About Nova
Nova is a thoughtful, cautious rabbit who often tries to keep Astro out of trouble. She cares deeply about her friends and can be playful, sarcastic and brave, but when something genuinely frightening happens, her fear and concern become much more noticeable.
We’re looking for someone who can make Nova feel natural and believable, balancing her friendship with Astro, her sense of humour and her more emotional moments.
Requirements
● A youthful, natural-sounding voice that suits Nova.
● Ability to show emotion, concern, humour and fear through voice acting.
● Clear speech and the ability to perform dialogue consistently.
● Willingness to take direction and record additional takes when needed.
● A quiet recording environment with minimal background noise.
A professional microphone is not essential. if the audio is clear and free from distracting noise, music and added effects. No professional voice-acting experience is required.
Project Details
● Payment: Volunteer and unpaid. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
● Credit: You’ll be credited for your voice role in the finished project.
● Recording: Keep recordings clean, with no added music or sound effects. Please follow the recording instructions provided if selected.
● Schedule: Recording deadlines and the expected workload will be agreed with you before you commit.
● Singing: Singing is not required for this audition. Any future song or music-video opportunity would be discussed separately, with lyrics and instructions provided separately.
We’re looking for someone who wants to help give Nova a distinctive personality and bring her friendship with Astro to life.
Audition notes…
Try to give each line a different emotion rather than making them all sound the same.
- english
- American (General American) or Australian English preferred but other natural English accents are welcome
- Female-sounding voice preferred but open to anyone who suits the character
- A youthful natural feminine voice Nova is cautious caring and thoughtful with a playful and occasionally sarcastic side The actor should express humour concern courage and fear without sounding overly childish
- No specific software required Clean audition audio without music or sound effects is preferred
- Voice acting emotional expression natural dialogue delivery clear pronunciation and taking direction (ability to sing)
- A microphone capable of recording clear dialogue A quiet space with minimal background noise is preferred
Are you sure we should do that? Last time… that didn’t exactly work out.
Astro, we need to go. It’s going to get dark!
ASTRO! Something’s happened! Please tell me you know what this is!
Voice Actor
About Simon
Simon is a friendly, lively mouse who helps bring energy and personality to the forest community. He’s sociable, curious and happy to share news with the others, including the anticipated meteor event. His role helps establish the excitement of the world before the story takes a mysterious turn.
We’re looking for an actor who can make Simon engaging and expressive without relying on an exaggerated, squeaky mouse voice. A natural voice with plenty of personality is welcome.
Requirements
● A lively, friendly voice that suits Simon.
● Clear speech and expressive delivery.
● Ability to perform dialogue naturally and respond to direction.
● A quiet recording space and clear audio.
● Willingness to meet recording deadlines agreed in advance.
You don’t need professional equipment or previous voice-acting experience. Phone recordings are acceptable if they are clear and have minimal background noise. Please do not add music or sound effects to audition recordings.
Project Details
● Payment: Volunteer and unpaid. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
● Credit: You’ll receive credit for your voice role in the finished project.
● Recording: Clean dialogue recordings will be required if you’re selected.
● Schedule: Recording requirements, deadlines and workload will be agreed before you commit.
● Possible future opportunities: The same actor may be considered for other roles, including a separate future villain role, if their voice suits it. This is optional and not guaranteed.
We’re excited to find a voice that gives Simon his own memorable personality!
- english
- American (General American) or Australian English preferred but other natural English accents are welcome
- A friendly lively and curious voice Simon is sociable and energetic helping bring personality to the forest community We want a natural memorable performance rather than an exaggerated squeaky mouse voice
- Any voice gender is welcome if the performance suits the character
- A microphone that can record clear dialogue Professional equipment is not essential
- Voice acting lively delivery clear pronunciation natural timing and expressive character performance
- No specific software required Please submit clean audition audio without added music or sound effects
Hey, Astro! Where are you two going?
Well, just remember—the meteor’s supposed to be visible tonight!
Whatever you say. See ya, Astro!
Voice Actor
About the Wise Old Stag
The Wise Old Stag is a mature, thoughtful presence in the forest. He offers advice to younger characters, sees more than he always lets on, and has a quiet sense of humour. He isn’t simply a grumpy old deer—his wisdom comes from experience, patience and understanding.
The character has one broken antler and a calm, measured presence. His dialogue helps establish the story’s themes of curiosity, caution and the consequences of ignoring warnings.
Role Status
This role has already been cast and is not accepting auditions. The creator/director will be voicing the Wise Old Stag in the pilot.
Project Details
Star Bound is a volunteer, unpaid indie production from FF Productions. The role will be credited in the finished project.
Thank you for your interest in Star Bound!
Curiosity is a good thing. Just don’t mistake it for a map
Warnings are usually what you get after ignoring advice.
What has happened to me?!
Voice Actor
About Vexar
Vexar is a powerful, regal and intimidating antagonist with a television-shaped head and a distinctive, animal-like appearance. He commands attention wherever he goes, carrying himself with confidence and authority.
He isn’t simply an angry villain. Vexar is intelligent, calculating and capable of sounding charming when it benefits him. He prefers to stay in control, and even when he sounds calm, there should be a sense that something dangerous lies beneath his words.
We’re looking for a voice that feels distinctive, memorable and theatrical without becoming a generic monster voice. We want someone who can make Vexar sound convincing, whether he’s speaking quietly, making a threat or revealing his excitement about a new opportunity.
Vexar will have quite a lot of singing scenes and solo parts later in the series so he needs to have the ability to sing.
You’re welcome to include an additional original line if you want to demonstrate your interpretation of Vexar.
Voice Requirements
● A confident, distinctive voice suited to a powerful villain.
● Ability to switch between charm, intelligence, menace and controlled anger.
● Clear pronunciation and expressive delivery.
● Willingness to take direction and provide additional takes.
● A quiet recording environment with minimal background noise.
You don’t need professional voice-acting experience or expensive equipment. Phone recordings are welcome as long as they’re clear, with no added music, sound effects or voice filters.
Future Role
Vexar is planned as a future character who will appear later in the season, rather than having a major speaking role in the pilot. We’re casting early so we can find the right actor and plan ahead.
If selected, you may not need to record anything immediately. The role, expected workload and recording schedule will be discussed with you before work begins.
A villain song may also be planned for a future episode. Singing is a bonus, not a requirement for this audition. Any song would be handled separately, with its own lyrics and instructions.
Project Details
● Payment: This is a volunteer, unpaid indie project. There is no guaranteed payment or promise of future paid work.
● Credit: You’ll be credited for your voice contribution in the finished project if your performance is used.
● Schedule: Recording dates, deadlines and workload will be discussed and agreed in advance.
● Collaboration: You’ll work with the director to develop Vexar’s voice and personality.
We’re looking for someone who can make Vexar genuinely memorable — a villain whose words can sound polite one moment and terrifying the next.
- english
- A distinctive confident and theatrical voice suited to a regal intelligent villain Vexar is calculating and controlled able to sound charming one moment and intimidating the next We want a memorable performance not a generic angry monster voice Vexar will have quite a lot of singing scenes and solo parts later in the series so he needs to be able to sing
- American or Australian English preferred but other natural English accents are welcome Distinctive accents are welcome if the dialogue remains clear
- Male-sounding voice preferred but open to other voices that suit the character
- No specific software required Please submit clean audition audio without music sound effects or voice filters
- A microphone capable of recording clear dialogue Professional equipment is not essential a quiet recording space is preferred
- mild opera and clear singing
- Villain voice acting theatrical delivery controlled menace emotional range and clear pronunciation Singing is an optional bonus
1. Calm and mysterious “So… the signal has finally reached us. Interesting. I wonder how long they’ll survive without understanding what they’ve found.” Bc bc
2. Charming but threatening “You call it an accident. I call it an opportunity. And believe me… I never waste an opportunity.”
3. Cold and intimidating “Let them celebrate. Let them believe they’re special. When the time comes, they’ll understand exactly how insignificant they really are.”
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