Job Description
An independent animation project is casting non-union voice actors for the trailer of Treaty of Zikar, an action-adventure fantasy series inspired by West African mythology. The production is seeking performers for two lead teenage characters and encourages diverse, inclusive casting.
Job Responsibilities
- Record voice performances for the one-minute animated trailer.
- Bring original fantasy characters to life through voice acting.
- Collaborate with the creative team to deliver engaging character performances.
Requirements
- Non-union voice actors.
- Open, inclusive casting regardless of disability, race, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity, unless otherwise specified.
- Available roles:
- Prince Felix – Black/Mixed male, age 15 (voice actor to portray a teenage character).
- Tao – Asian male, age 16 (voice actor to portray a teenage character).
- Submit a résumé, demo reel, and/or self-tape for consideration.
Compensation
- Unpaid indie animation trailer.
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Voice Actors for “The Children of Calamity” Animated Series
Job Description
An upcoming animated series, “The Children of Calamity,” is casting five English-language voice actors for its animated trailer and production. The fantasy story follows Aizick as he discovers a dark family secret and embarks on a journey involving ancient tomes capable of summoning dangerous monsters. Voice talent will record remotely and bring a diverse group of characters to life, including teenage and adult roles with distinct personalities and emotional depth.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide English-language voice performances for an animated fantasy series.
- Record character dialogue remotely using your own recording setup.
- Deliver expressive performances that reflect each character’s personality and story.
- Follow voice direction and production notes.
- Provide professional-quality recordings within production deadlines.
- Collaborate remotely with the creative and audio production team.
Requirements
- Voice actors capable of portraying one of five featured characters.
- Aizick: masculine, 14 years old, African American; upbeat, excitable, justice-driven, and passionate about learning.
- Clouse: androgynous/feminine, 15 years old; humble, kind, book-smart, slightly snarky, and socially awkward.
- Lloyd: androgynous/feminine, 31 years old; kind, composed, mildly awkward, and carrying emotional weight from their past.
- Adriana: feminine, 29 years old, African American; no-nonsense, stoic, loyal, and capable of dry, sarcastic humor.
- Isadora: feminine, 50 years old, African American; reclusive, prone to worrying, compassionate, and carrying underlying grief.
- Must be able to record remotely using your own equipment.
- Strong acting ability and vocal characterization skills.
- Able to record in English.
Compensation
- $3 per line.
- Minimum $50 per engagement.
