Music Video Casting Calls and Auditions

Voice Actor Needed for “Cleveland Noise” in Audio Drama – United States

Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic voice actor to portray Cleveland Noise, a smart nerd with a swaggy edge, in an upcoming audio drama. The drama revolves around the multi-platinum 90’s rap group “Yo Momma’s Favorite Rappers,” whose position in the industry is threatened as the music business shifts from album sales to digital streaming. Cleveland Noise is a unique character who balances intelligence with a cool, confident demeanor, standing out as both sharp and stylish.

Job Responsibilities:

• Voice the character of Cleveland Noise, bringing out his nerdy intelligence combined with a smooth, confident swagger.
• Portray the character’s dual nature of being both brainy and cool in a way that makes him relatable and compelling.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure the voice performance fits the overall tone and direction of the audio drama.
• Attend voice recording sessions as needed to fully develop Cleveland Noise’s character in the story.

Requirements:

• Prior voice acting experience is preferred, or a demonstrated ability to bring a character to life through voice acting.
• Ability to capture the blend of intelligence and confidence that defines Cleveland Noise’s personality.
• A strong and versatile voice that can convey both nerdiness and swagger with authenticity.
• A demo reel or examples of previous voice work are highly encouraged.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay, with details to be discussed with selected candidates.

Voice Actor Needed for “Kano Oil” in Audio Drama – United States

Job Description: We are casting for the role of Kano Oil, a country manager who appears slow but is actually very smart, in an upcoming audio drama. The drama centers around the multi-platinum 90’s rap group “Yo Momma’s Favorite Rappers,” whose success is threatened as the music industry shifts from physical album sales to digital streaming. Kano Oil is a complex character who might seem laid-back, but his sharp intellect is revealed as the story progresses.

Job Responsibilities:

• Voice the character of Kano Oil, a country manager with a seemingly relaxed demeanor who is actually quite clever and strategic.
• Capture Kano Oil’s dual nature — slow and easygoing on the surface, but with underlying intelligence and shrewdness.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure the voice acting reflects the character’s subtle complexities and personality traits.
• Attend voice recording sessions as needed, contributing to the overall tone and style of the audio drama.

Requirements:

• Prior voice acting experience is preferred, or a demonstrated ability to bring unique character elements to life through voice.
• Ability to portray a laid-back yet intelligent character, blending subtle tones of humor, cleverness, and calmness.
• Strong vocal range to ensure the character’s traits are communicated effectively.
• A demo reel or examples of prior voice work are highly preferred.

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation, which will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Voice Actor Needed for “Jerry Payne” in Audio Drama – United States

Job Description: We are seeking a talented voice actor to portray Jerry Payne, a slick-talking manager, in an upcoming audio drama. The drama revolves around the multi-platinum 90’s rap group “Yo Momma’s Favorite Rappers,” who face challenges as the music industry shifts from album sales to streaming. Jerry Payne is the group’s sharp and fast-talking manager, navigating the changing music landscape with his smooth, persuasive personality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Voice the character of Jerry Payne, a smooth, charismatic manager who is adept at handling tough situations with his quick wit and persuasive skills.
• Bring Jerry’s personality to life through dynamic vocal delivery, capturing his slick, street-smart demeanor.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure that the voice performance aligns with the creative vision for the audio drama.
• Participate in any necessary voice recording sessions as per the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Must have prior experience in voice acting or a strong ability to deliver lines with clear character distinction.
• Ability to portray a slick, fast-talking character with charisma and confidence.
• Strong vocal skills, with the ability to capture the nuances of the character.
• A demo reel or sample of previous voice work is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Competitive pay, which will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Casting Call for Sharon Long – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray Sharon Long, a qualified but gossip-prone manager, for an internal-use video production. This project showcases how to handle media events within a hotel setting, contrasting effective and ineffective responses. Sharon is a central character who, despite her competence, tends to overshare information, often creating unnecessary issues.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sharon Long, a capable hotel manager who loves to gossip and tends to reveal too much information to the wrong people.
• Deliver a performance that reflects Sharon’s professionalism mixed with her tendency to cause trouble through excessive gossiping.
• Follow the director’s instructions to ensure that the nuances of Sharon’s character are effectively portrayed.
• Participate in a half-day shoot, collaborating with the production team to capture the necessary scenes.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 30-45, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a professional character with a gossiping habit.
• Ability to express both professionalism and an inclination to overshare in a believable and engaging manner.
• Prior acting experience preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (9 AM – 12 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Skip Jobs – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are looking for a male actor to portray Skip Jobs, a forgetful hotel manager, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events in a hotel setting by comparing effective and ineffective responses. Skip is a central character who is known for taking shortcuts and bending the rules, often leading to trouble.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Skip Jobs, a hotel manager who neglects following proper policies and procedures, leading to various mishaps.
• Bring the character’s forgetful and shortcut-prone nature to life in a realistic and humorous manner.
• Follow directions from the creative team to convey Skip’s personality and actions effectively on camera.
• Participate in a half-day shoot, working closely with the production team to achieve the desired outcome.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 30-45, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a character who disregards rules and causes trouble.
• Ability to express frustration, forgetfulness, and comedic timing is key.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (5:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Telly Vision – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a male actor to portray Telly Vision, an old-school TV cameraman, for an internal-use video production. This project focuses on how to handle media events within a hotel setting, showcasing both the right and wrong approaches to managing situations. Telly is a key character who, despite his nostalgia for the “good old days” of TV, is willing to adapt and go along with the chaotic scenarios to keep his job.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Telly Vision, a seasoned TV cameraman who reminisces about the past but remains flexible in today’s fast-paced media environment.
• Follow the director’s guidance to authentically express the character’s frustrations and adaptability while working with an ambitious news reporter.
• Participate in both half-day and full-day shoots, collaborating with the production team to capture the required scenes effectively.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 40-50, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying an experienced, somewhat nostalgic character.
• Ability to express adaptability and humor in a realistic, engaging manner.
• Acting experience preferred, especially in roles requiring a seasoned or mature character.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (4:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Full-day rate: $750 AUD (9 AM – 5 PM).
• Total compensation for both shoot days: $1,250 AUD.
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Nita Story – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are seeking a female actor to portray Nita Story, a determined and ambitious news reporter, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events in a hotel environment, contrasting effective and ineffective approaches. Nita is a critical character who embodies ambition and is willing to push the boundaries to advance her career.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Nita Story, a tough-as-nails news reporter for the local news outlet who is eager to move up in the industry.
• Capture Nita’s ambitious nature, including her willingness to manipulate situations to get the story she wants, even if it means bending the truth.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver a high-quality performance that brings Nita’s character to life.
• Participate in both a half-day and full-day shoot to complete all necessary scenes for the character.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 25-35, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a driven and morally flexible news reporter.
• Ability to express ambition, determination, and a willingness to push boundaries.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (4:30 PM – 9:30 PM).
• Full-day rate: $750 AUD (9 AM – 5 PM) for a total of $1,250 AUD.

Casting Call for Mr./Ms. Locket (Non-Speaking Role) – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are casting for a non-speaking role in an internal-use video production. The role of Mr./Ms. Locket is a hotel guest who encounters a common issue during their stay—they misplace their room key and need assistance to get back into their room. This character will play a pivotal part in showcasing how hotel staff respond to guest issues, comparing effective versus ineffective responses.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Mr./Ms. Locket, a hotel guest who has misplaced their room key and requires help to regain access to their room.
• Participate in a non-speaking role where your actions and facial expressions are key to conveying the character’s frustration and relief once the situation is resolved.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure the right visual cues are delivered.
• Attend a half-day shoot, bringing a realistic and engaging performance without spoken lines.

Requirements:

• Male or Female, ages 30-50, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable performing a non-speaking role, with a focus on body language and facial expressions.
• Prior experience in acting or non-verbal roles is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $250 AUD (1:30 PM – 4 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Willie Help – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are looking for a male actor to portray Willie Help, a diligent and good-natured hotel maintenance supervisor, in an internal-use video production. The project focuses on how to handle media events in a hotel setting, showing both the right and wrong ways to address common issues. Willie plays a key role in solving problems behind the scenes, showcasing his professionalism and work ethic.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Willie Help, a hotel maintenance supervisor who takes pride in his work and enjoys working with his hands.
• Follow directions from the creative team to ensure the character’s positive and helpful demeanor is authentically represented.
• Participate in a half-day shoot as Willie Help, working closely with the production team to capture the right tone and performance for the video.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 25-35, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a hotel maintenance worker.
• Ability to express helpfulness and professionalism in a realistic and relatable way.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (1:30 PM – 4 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.

Casting Call for Betta Days – Hotel Project (Internal Use)

Job Description: We are currently seeking a female actor to portray Betta, a single mom and hotel guest, for an internal-use video production. This project explores how to handle media events effectively, contrasting the right versus wrong way to manage issues that could arise in a hotel setting. Betta is a key character in one of the scenarios, reacting to common hotel problems with her typical frustrations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Betta, a single mom staying at the hotel who encounters issues such as a broken refrigerator and air conditioning failure.
• Act professionally and follow direction from the creative team to convey an authentic and relatable experience.
• Participate in a half-day shoot for the role of Betta, engaging with the production team to ensure the desired tone is met.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 21-30, with no specific ethnicity requirement.
• Must be comfortable portraying a guest in a hotel setting.
• Ability to express frustration in a realistic, engaging way.
• Experience in acting is preferred, but not required.

Compensation:

• Half-day rate: $500 AUD (11 AM – 2 PM).
• Standard rates apply less any applicable fees.