"I Don't Want Foot Problems"
Project Overview
Let me give a little context before we begin. I fell in love with watching anime ever since I was a young tween (after finding out more about my heritage), and now my dream career was to become an anime creator. I want to show my appreciation for a wonderful culture. And although there are too many concepts to choose from, I'll work on them... one step at a time is the key. This is why I chose to seek out volunteers from a variety of fields to bring this series idea to life!
Here is what you need to know:
Summary: After declaring a challenge between two siblings (that most likely despise each other), it’s nothing but a mind-numbing race to design the better apartment- from blueprint to construction into a luxurious space, upon the request of many clients. But it is not a simple assignment without any roadblocks. At the age of 10, Himari has been diagnosed with a painful foot condition in which the surgery can’t be afforded… Now the pain is unbearable. Will she be able to complete the assignment, or will she succumb to hammertoe first?
Genre: Drama, School, Slice of Life, Suspense
Conflict/Resolution: Himari didn’t tell her friends about her foot condition while Anzai didn’t realize that not everything has to be perfect, which led to anger being taken out on the others and self-doubt. He planned to pass on by evening, but before he could carry it out, Himari burst through the door and saved him. Shaking and crying, she scolded him for not showing up in class that day. They were keeping many secrets from each other, it seems, so after making up they vowed to be more open to each other.
Other Info: The story focuses on students in a modern-day college setting within Japan, each with their own unique struggles and goals. All of the characters have their own reasons for wanting to work in the design field as well as it heavily affecting which study group they chose to be on.
Misc Requirements: You must use the accurate name pronunciations as you might hear in Japanese. For VAs, a good microphone brand such as Blue Yeti or Snowball. Experience in fields related to animating/video editing/music design is preferred. Knowledge of anime is highly recommended. Please be flexible involving teamwork/cooperation. The deadline will be pushed back whenever needed. Good work takes time, so the deadline can be pushed back whenever necessary.
If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to send me a PM.
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Age: 19
Gender: Female
Bio: this character has been passionate about interior design since she was little. However, she was diagnosed with hammertoe in her tweens, which is a huge roadblock in the way of her goals. Despite being interested in the same field, Himari frequently gets in heated disagreements with her brother (Anzai) about their ideals. She sincerely cares about her peers, therefore didn't confess about her condition so they wouldn't expel her from class and make her ambitions unreachable.
Personality: enthusiastic, empathetic, and optimistic.
What she should sound like: upbeat, cheerful, fun-loving tone
- english
- soothing
- kind
- female young adult
- english (american)
- warm
- blue yeti
- audacity
- adobe audition
- blue snowball
- experienced voice acting
- anime dubbing
(pain showing in voice) Urgh! My foot is hurting more than usual today... (determined) but I'm not going to let that get in the way of my aspirations!
(voice raised in anger) *gasp* Hey, stop! What do you think you're doing?! Why didn't you tell me?!
(hushed, holding back tears) Please... just... don't do that again....
Age: 19
Gender: Male
Bio: a hardworking individual, perfectionistic to the point where he has collapsed from excessive amounts of mental stress. He finds importance in adding even the smallest details and takes pride in his achievements. But his unrealistic mindset would soon break him completely. Thanks to Himari's desperate wake up call, he realized that not everything has to be perfect... now a huge weight has been lifted off his shoulders.
Personality: blunt and pessimistic.
What he should sound like: firm and brittle, slightly deep tone
- english
- male young adult
- english (american)
- sullen
- blue snowball
- blue yeti
- anime dubbing
- adobe audition
- audacity
- experienced voice acting
(forcefully) I have NO intention of being close to you, we're NOTHING alike and you know it. So lay off.
(emotional breakdown) What are you...How did you know? Why would you still care about me even after all I've done?
(calmer and reassured) I'm sorry, sis... I promise I won't hide things from you anymore.
Age:21
Gender: Female
Bio: Being the distant half-cousin of Anzai and Himari, she keeps a close eye on the two because she is aware of their complicated relationship.... but also, their imperfections. Her role is being the peacemaker among the anime's cast, therefore her classmates tend to ask her for life advice.
Personality: wise, diplomatic, trustworthy.
What she should sound like: mature, bold but feeble voice.
- english
- english (american)
- female adult
- blue yeti
- adobe audition
- experienced voice acting
- audacity
- anime dubbing
- blue snowball
(perks up) Hey, what's up Anzai? Are you two getting along alright?
(relieved) I'm just glad you both could make up. I care about my family no matter how far apart they are.
Age:18
Gender: Male
Bio: Despite being the target of bullying, Katsu does not yield to others' opinions or pressure, and he stands up for what he believes in. On the other hand, he tends to get consequences for being too open without a second thought (not on purpose).
Personality: hyperactive (ADHD), dynamic tone
- english
- enthusiastic
- male young adult
- english (american)
- blue snowball
- blue yeti
- audacity
- experienced voice acting
- adobe audition
- anime dubbing
(say something lively that you feel fits)
(in dismay) I don't know what's going on behind the scenes right now, but I sure don't like it....
Age: 19
Gender: Female
Bio: this frail-statured character was raised in poverty and almost passed away due to poor health, but miraculously recovered. She made it her priority to keep on fighting- for her family and herself too.
Personality: unshakable and full of hope
- english
- female young adult
- english (american)
- slightly squeaky
- experienced voice acting
- adobe audition
- audacity
- blue snowball
- blue yeti
- anime dubbing
(joylessly) Yes.... it's true. When I was very little, my family didn't have much income so we barely got by... but my mom always smiled and promised that things will work out. (determined) Now it's MY turn to repay the kindness!
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Bio: Hiroh is not a people person, he strangely doesn't talk about his private or social life so the others tend to leave him be. However, when he pieced together Anzai's situation, he didn't waste to single second to call Himari for help.
Personality: introverted, righteous, and sometimes lazy
- english
- Aloof
- english (american)
- male adult
- audacity
- blue snowball
- blue yeti
- anime dubbing
- experienced voice acting
- adobe audition
(agitated) ...is working together REALLY that important? I'd rather being doing anything else right now.
(slightly hysterical from fear) Y-You have to do something! Your brother is in danger! Go to the dorms, hurry!
Age:18
Gender: Female
Bio: an unpredictable young woman (with a sharp tongue) and the newest student who joined the interior design field. One moment she is happily working on the blueprints for finals, other times she is found picking a fight with Anzai. The others struggle to break up the argument. In the end, it is revealed she has a crush on him but just didn't know how to express it.
Personality: drama queen, therefore moody in an unsettling way...
- english
- english (american)
- tempermental
- female young adult
- experienced voice acting
- audacity
- blue yeti
- adobe audition
- blue snowball
- anime dubbing
(annoyed) Great, here he goes again. Why does picking apart everything we do even matter? (raising voice) Grow up already!!!
(shyly) Hey guys... I was wondering if I could join you all during study period.
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Bio: just an average guy who is passionate about interior design. Although very studious, nothing else stands out about him. Unless we're missing something...?
Personality: ordinary, punctual and bland.
- english
- english (american)
- male adult
- typical voice
- blue yeti
- adobe audition
- audacity
- blue snowball
- experienced voice acting
- anime dubbing
(talking/deep in thought) Hmm... I see.... okay. That's good for today. Good job everyone.
(calling from a distance) Can we get some more paper over here?
(half asleep) Good lord... keep it down!
Age:19
Gender: Male
Bio: he was the next-door neighbor of Anzai and Himari over a decade ago. He respects them both thanks to their welcoming natures (mostly Himari's) after moving into their town. Unfortunately, though, they don't even remember him back. Before wanting to study design, Samaru worked as an accountant's assistant from a referral.
Personality: likable, bright, hygienic. "The ideal soul mate", according to his classmates.
- english
- male young adult
- english (american)
- peppy
- kind
- blue yeti
- blue snowball
- adobe audition
- audacity
- anime dubbing
- experienced voice acting
(delighted) Long time no see, Himari-san! (double take) Wait... you... don't remember me?
(deeply concerned) Is something on your mind? You haven't been acting like yourself lately...
(heartily) That's the spirit! Now, let's finish the project off strong!
Age: 24
Gender: Female
Bio: Suyen is the oldest student in the class. She passed the class once before but decided to resume it. Having the most experience, she has a habit of intimidating the others with complex terms only a professional would understand. She has the potential to be the next instructor after Mrs. (Keiko) Kuno retires.
Personality: expert in design, airheaded but also very disciplined showing leader qualities.
- english
- female adult
- Intelligent
- english (american)
- Ditzy
- blue yeti
- adobe audition
- audacity
- anime dubbing
- experienced voice acting
- blue snowball
(say something really advanced that a professional interior designer might say)
(perplexed) What do you mean by 'child's play'? I've made up my mind and this is the road I will take.
Age: 20
Gender: Male
Bio: Dante is originally from Quebec, Canada who somehow took interest in attending college in Japan. The only issue is, he gets easily distracted by shops and restaurants; learning about different cultures is something he is very passionate about so his peers always try to talk him into traveling the world instead.
Personality: friendly, good natured, daring.
- english
- male adult
- english (american)
- easy-going
- adobe audition
- audacity
- experienced voice acting
- anime dubbing
- blue yeti
- blue snowball
(antsy) Hey hey, does someone here have some free time? I have an urge to go shopping again.
(solemnly) Honestly, Hiroh. I've known nothing but lowlands and rivers most of my life. I got sick of it. So now I'm here, and I have no regrets.
Age: 20
Gender: Female
Bio: This character does not have a solid plan on what she wants to study (even when she has been given so many opportunities... her older sister is a celebrity with tons of connections), so she just joined interior design only because her friend HImari was in it. Eventually, she found a different passion in hairstyling and moved classes. She does keep in touch with her friends regardless though.
Personality: Loyal, disciplined, logical.
- english
- doubtful
- female adult
- english (american)
- formal
- blue yeti
- audacity
- adobe audition
- experienced voice acting
- blue snowball
- anime dubbing
(frustrated but remaining formal) No Himari, I still haven't decided what my goals are. I don't want to do something just because I was expected to by those around me.
(Inner thoughts, disbelief) What is this unfamiliar feeling? Am I actually interested in the line of cosmetology? Is this what was meant for me the whole time?
This role is in charge of creating the soundtrack and theme songs from scratch, it is required to work together with the singers to ensure both music and lyrics accompany each other well. Please include demos/examples of your previous works in music composition, and any other important and relevant information.
- music creation
- music production
- film music
- musical composition/writing
- composing music
- anime music
- experienced music composer
- soundtrack composition
- composing for film
*Say something you think would fit*
This role will be in charge of singing the opening and/or ending theme for the series itself, working closely with the music composers. Please include demos/examples of your previous work as well as identifying and/or auditioning your vocal range.
- japanese
- male adult
- singing/vocals
- female adult
- japanese
- modern singing
- adobe audition
- audacity
- acapella singing
- japanese singing
- blue yeti
- blue snowball
- singing
- experienced singer
- vocals/singing
*Say something you think would fit*
This role will be in charge of brainstorming character appearances based on what is envisioned and what seems fitting. Please include demos/examples of your previous work, your software/art tools used, and any other important information.
- drawing (2d traditional/digital)
- digital drawing
- manga drawing
- drawing/sketching
- drawing (anime/manga style)
- drawing anime
- experienced character designer
- experienced artist
*Say something you think would fit*
This role will be in charge of making the "body/plot" of the series to come to life. Please include demos/examples of your previous work/experience and anything other information that deems relevant.
- drawing (anime/manga style)
- character animation
- animatic artist
- frame by frame animation
- drawing (2d traditional/digital)
- drawing anime
- 2d animation
- 2d animator
- experience animator
- digital drawing
- drawing / editing
*Say something you think would fit*
This role will be in charge of piecing together footage given from the animator roles and/or constructing the promo teaser video. Please include demos/examples of your previous work/experience and anything other information that deems relevant.
- video editing after effects
- adobe premiere pro
- adobe premiere
- adobe after effects
- adobe photoshop
- Experienced Video Editor
- video creator/editor
- video editing (advanced)
- experienced video editing
- intermediate audio and video editing
- watching anime
*Say something you think would fit*
This role is in charge of creating relevant sfx when needed as well as the audio balance of ost and dialogue. Please include demos/examples of your previous works.
- audio production
- audio mixing/editing
- audio postproduction
- audacity audio editing
- audio processing
- audio editing (audacity)
- Experienced Audio Editor
- audio editing (adobe audition)
- audio mastering
- audio mixing
*Say something you think would fit*
This role is in charge of either of the following: lyrics for the opening/ending themes, deciding on voiced lines of the cast, planning out the series one episode at a time, and when necessary, proofreading any updated work.
- content writing
- film directing/writing/producing
- proof reading and writing
- writing songs
- writing lyrics
- story writing
- Experienced Writer
- creative writing
- descriptive writing
- dialogue script writing
- dubbing script
*Say something you think would fit*
This role will be in charge of assisting the project host with making the creative vision for the finished product. Please include a few examples of your previous works.
- Experienced Director
- film directing/writing/producing
- creative direction
- art direction
- music director
- writing/directing
- story boarding
- directing
- directing assistance
- vocal direction
- direction
- projectdirector
- scripting and directing
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