Stellar Crew Casting Round
Project Overview
PROJECT DESCRIPTION – STELLAR
Stellar is a remotely produced, digitally-driven creative project developed under FlashWave Studios, focused on delivering an immersive, story-driven experience through animation, sound design, and original music. Set in a future where Earth has achieved global peace and stability, humanity has largely abandoned its pursuit of space exploration—at least publicly. The story follows Zyem (“Zim”), a driven but sidelined individual who, after a minor arrest, is given an unexpected opportunity to join STELLAR, a covert off-world program operating beyond the public eye. Assigned to a worn but dependable scout ship known as “Gary,” Zyem and a crew of unconventional recruits undertake missions that begin as routine but quickly reveal the unpredictability and danger of deep space. As tensions rise and stakes grow, Zyem is pushed into a leadership role, navigating impossible decisions in an environment where every action carries weight.
Built as a collaborative indie production, Stellar brings together a dedicated team of creatives—including direction, animation, sound engineering, composition, and production support—to craft a cohesive and emotionally engaging final piece. With a strong emphasis on atmosphere and storytelling, the project blends cinematic visuals with a rich audio landscape to create something expansive and artistically distinct. Designed as a fully remote production, Stellar operates through a structured yet flexible workflow, enabling contributors from anywhere to collaborate effectively. The project is supported by the FlashWave Studios Ko-fi page (https://ko-fi.com/flashwavestudios), which serves as a hub for potential funding and community support, and the official Stellar Discord (https://discord.gg/Fp7UJVGBYM), where both team members and fans gather to collaborate, share updates, and engage in discussions. The Discord also acts as a community space for interested followers to connect and stay involved as the project evolves. While the project is currently unpaid, it is built with long-term growth in mind—offering all contributors portfolio rights, creative involvement, and the potential for fair compensation should the project generate revenue in the future.
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ROLE: DIRECTOR (STELLAR)
The Director will lead the creative vision of Stellar, guiding the project from concept through final delivery. This role is responsible for shaping the tone, pacing, and storytelling across all elements of the production, with a strong emphasis on collaboration in a fully remote environment. The Director will work closely with animators, sound engineers, the composer, and production assistants to ensure a cohesive and compelling final product that aligns with the project’s vision.
Key responsibilities include overseeing creative decisions, providing clear direction and feedback to team members, coordinating with production to maintain timelines, and ensuring consistency in style and narrative execution. The ideal candidate has strong storytelling instincts, leadership skills, and the ability to communicate ideas effectively across a distributed team. Prior directing experience is preferred but not required—what matters most is vision, organization, and the ability to bring out the best in a creative team.
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ROLE: PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (STELLAR)
Production Assistants will serve as the organizational backbone of Stellar, supporting day-to-day operations and helping keep the project running smoothly in a fully remote environment. This role involves coordinating communication across departments, tracking tasks and deadlines, managing shared documents, and assisting the Director and other team members with logistical needs. Production Assistants will play a key role in maintaining structure and ensuring that everyone stays aligned throughout the production process.
Key responsibilities include scheduling meetings, organizing project materials, monitoring progress across departments, and stepping in wherever support is needed to keep momentum going. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a collaborative digital workspace. Strong communication skills and reliability are essential. Prior production experience is helpful but not required—this role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a creative production environment.
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ROLE: SOUND ENGINEER (STELLAR)
Sound Engineers will be responsible for shaping the auditory experience of Stellar, ensuring high-quality audio across all aspects of the project. Working remotely, this role includes editing, mixing, and mastering sound, as well as collaborating closely with the Director and Composer to create an immersive and cohesive soundscape. Sound Engineers may also contribute to sound design, including effects, ambience, and dialogue clarity.
Key responsibilities include cleaning and editing audio, balancing levels, integrating sound effects, and preparing final mixes for delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong ear for detail, familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs), and the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote workflow. Experience is preferred, but passion for sound and a willingness to refine and iterate are just as important.
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ROLE: MUSICIAN / COMPOSER (STELLAR)
The Composer will create original music that defines the emotional tone and atmosphere of Stellar. This role involves developing themes, scoring scenes, and working in close collaboration with the Director and Sound Engineers to ensure the music enhances the narrative and blends seamlessly with the overall audio design.
Key responsibilities include composing, arranging, and delivering high-quality music tracks tailored to the project’s needs, as well as revising pieces based on feedback. The ideal candidate has a strong sense of mood and storytelling through music, is comfortable working digitally, and can adapt their style to fit the project’s vision (e.g., cinematic, ambient, or sci-fi-inspired).
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ROLE: ANIMATOR (STELLAR)
Animators will bring the visual world of Stellar to life, creating engaging and dynamic animated sequences that align with the project’s artistic direction. This role requires close collaboration with the Director and fellow animators to ensure consistency in style, motion, and storytelling across all scenes.
Key responsibilities include designing and animating scenes, refining motion and timing, implementing feedback, and delivering polished visual assets. Animators should be comfortable working with digital tools and pipelines, managing their own workflow, and contributing creatively to the visual development of the project. Experience with animation software is preferred, but strong creativity, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset are essential.
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