Paid Series "Violet's Shadow" Season 2 Seeks VO Talent
CASTING actors for season 2 of “Violet’s Shadow: A Murder Mystery,” a fiction podcast series. The story is character driven, and production is seeking realistic, natural performances similar to those on TV or film (though the project is audio-only). *ONLY VANCOUVER, BC TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED.* Synopsis: In the library of a gilded age estate, six pre-law students discuss motives for murder. Not long after, one of them is killed, and another goes to jail for the crime. 8 years later, when the broken-up friend group is reunited at a wedding, their unresolved pasts and the potential injustice of the conviction begin to haunt them. Though this is the 2nd season, it is a new, standalone mystery with a new cast of characters. TO APPLY: Please submit an Mp3 RECORDING of the audition scenes for your character via email. *ONLY* those who submit audio recordings will not be considered. RATE: Up to $1052, Vancouver Fair Wage ($23.37/hour) RECORDING DATES: Oct 9, 13, and 16,
9 roles
West coast Canadian/ American accent (but open to alternatives for the right actress). An ambitious pre-law student with a mysterious backstory, suspicious motives, and secrets. She’s intelligent, hardworking, and looking for a place to belong. Dealing with a lot of trauma. The only member of the group, other than Jasper, who ever has to worry about finances. In a love triangle.
Southern American accent (but not overpowering). Ideally from one of the Carolinas, or a neighboring state. Beautiful, magnetic, witty, and charming. The glue that holds the group together. Everyone loves and wants to be close to her. Speaks her mind, and gets away with doing so because of her charm. Appears to have everything, but doesn’t have the only thing she truly wants. Has secrets. Intelligent, but lacks direction. In a (sort-of) love triangle.
Full southern, subtle southern, or standard American accent. Calm, cool, and collected (most of the time). Heir to a lot of old money and estates. Business major being prepared to take over the family business. Appears to be a sly, privileged prick at first, but there is more to him than meets the eye. Ambitious, handsome, hardworking, intelligent, perceptive, and a bit of a jokester at times. Believes in meritocracy. For more information, see the attachment.
Pre-law. Comes from an underprivileged background and is determined to be successful and provide a better life for his family. Has ambitions to become a judge. The peacekeeper of the group. A late bloomer. Very loyal to his friends (or so it appears). Often overlooked because of his proximity to the more handsome and charming, Ben and Beau. For more information, see the attachment.
MAIN CAST Any accent. The volatile one in the group. She says what’s on her mind and is not afraid of confrontation. In a relationship where she is treated poorly, but stays because she “doesn’t care” (even though she clearly does). Has trouble making genuine friendships with other women (except with Daisy, who she loves). Is often overlooked or seen as a sidekick because of Daisy and Nora receive most of the attention. Has secrets.
SUPPORTING CAST Southern accent. Daisy’s mother. Fiercely loving mother who will do anything for her child.
Any demeanor could work, but must be clearly differentiated from the DETECTIVE.
Any demeanor could work, but must be clearly differentiated from the DETECTIVE.
Pre-law. Comes from an underprivileged background and is determined to be successful and provide a better life for his family. Has ambitions to become a judge. The peacekeeper of the group. A late bloomer. Very loyal to his friends (or so it appears). Often overlooked because of his proximity to the more handsome and charming, Ben and Beau. For more information, see the attachment.
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