**ATTENTION VOICE ACTORS**
PLEASE WATCH OUR SHORT EXPLAINER VIDEO AND CAREFULLY READ THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION BEFORE AUDITIONING
The Series
The Morgue Files is an anthology audio series consisting of full feature-length, completely original horror/creepypasta stories developed by David Near and myself.
Each installment consists of original artwork, an original score, and cinema-quality audio production.
The series is hosted on David’s channel, which has a current subscriber base of 210k and counting.
The Project
Case #2 is the official second installment to The Morgue Files. The script (104 pages) has an estimated run time of around 1:55:00.
We are ready to cast roles and begin production/post-production henceforth.
Major plot details are currently under wraps to preserve the surprise element for our audience.
**MATURITY WARNING**
The Morgue Files: S1: Case #2 is a horror project that's not for the faint of heart. It will consist of intense violence, strong profanity, vulgarity, suggestive themes, alcohol, terror, and supernatural elements. Be sure you are comfortable with this subject matter before auditioning.
Here is a direct link to Case #1: The Blood Red Sky. This will give you an idea of what to expect in terms of the project's general style.
We Are Looking For
Voice actors who can convey realistic performances.
For some characters, the ability/willingness to emote and scream is absolutely mandatory.
Creative Process
We will communicate and direct our wonderful cast members via email or their preferred contact method. Every actor will have their own unique character-highlighted script (PDF format) and character statistics report. Recordings will have a deadline. All auditionees must be open to recording retakes if cast.
Payment Process and Offerings
Payment will be processed via PayPal and compensated AFTER all work is completed
Completed work will be uploaded to youtube and sent out to all cast members once it publishes
Recommendations and testimonials will be issued out after the project has been distributed
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
North American accents (a few characters are exempt)
Semi or fully acoustically treated recording environment (little-to-no echo, background noise, etc)
XLR setup or high-quality USB microphone (extremely important)
No audio defects (plosives, clipping, etc.)
AUDITION GUIDELINES:
2-3 takes per line
Normalize audio to -3db
Audio files must be exported in .mp3 format (CCC harshly reduces the sound quality of .wav files)
Conclusion
Auditionees are encouraged to try out for as many roles as they wish.
You are welcome to audition for an extra with your demo reel!
ALL characters will be cast on the deadline date. Not before.
Good luck! We look forward to hearing your auditions!
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Stacy is a minor role with 7 lines for a total of 52 words.
She's a friend of Christy, who is another minor character. Her character type is that of a preppy suburban girl. In the story, Stacy is secretly hooking up with Christy's boyfriend Spencer. The first two audition lines should reflect that. Stacy ends up meeting her fate later on. The third line is a terrorized scream in tandem with her demise. Be advised, there is also a brief moment where she and Spencer are making out. This may or may not need to be added to the workload.
*Preppy, Supportive, Inconspicuous*
"Christy, you're probably overthinking it. Spencer seems like a really good guy."
*Preppy, Frantic, Inconspicuous*
"Oh damn, the...pizza guy is here! I have to go."
*Stacy screams loudly in agony, writhing around as the blood gushes from her wound*
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Christy is a supporting role with 18 lines for a total of 120 words.
Her character type is that of a preppy suburban girl just like Stacy. In the story, Christy is simply the girlfriend of Spencer who is another supporting character. Christy ends up meeting her fate in the third act. The blood-curdling scream should sound agonized and realistic.
*Preppy, flirty*
"Yeah. Just give me a second. I'm gonna switch the call to a Facetime."
*Preppy, insecure*
"I don't know, Stacy, he's just been acting really weird. Like, maybe there's something going on with him."
*Preppy, crying, frantic*
"Oh my god! (blood-curdling screams)"
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Mrs. Simmons is a minor character with 9 lines for a total 94 words.
She's the mother of another minor character, Christy. She's mostly annoyed, comedic, and motherly in the story. Her fate is off-screen so there are no screaming parts for this character.
*Suspicious, doubtful, condescending*
"Car troubles...I've used that excuse plenty of times in my day."
*Annoyed, motherly, irritated*
"Was she out with that Spencer boy again? (Looks to Christy) Christy, you know I don't like him!"
*Annoyed*
"Oh, shut up and let him in."
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Justin is a minor role with 17 lines for a total of 160 words.
He's a bully and friends with Spencer who is also a douchey character in the story. He meets his fate "on-screen" so some death sounds will be added to the workload.
*Douchey, dumb, antagonistic*
"Yeah...I think I see a little guy-liner there! *snickers*"
*Whiny, frantic, fearful*
"They started it, Mr. Webb! He attacked Spencer! We were just trying to stop him!"
*Confused, agitated, irate*
"What the FUCK Spencer? You set off the ADT alarm...my parents are gonna be PISSED!"
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Aaron is a supporting character with 37 lines for a total of 369 words.
He is a young member of the notorious Rollins gang. He's a no-good bully at the beginning of the story but develops a softer side later on. Aaron meets his fate at the end of the story. A few minor grunts will be added to the workload.
*Snarky, condescending, antagonistic*
"Is that booze, kid? (picks up bottle and snickers) You just can't stop stealing, can ya?"
*Nervous, worried*
"Come on, leave him alone. He already learned his lesson."
*Pissed off, antagonistic*
"I'm sure as shit not a MONSTER, like you. I'll tell ya one thing, Rollins better cut your ass loose - or I'm done."
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Bruce is an extra with 3 lines for a total of 22 words.
He's a friendly middle-aged man buying coffee at a party store.
*Winces, takes a sip of hot coffee*
"Ooh, hot..."
*Friendly*
Hahaha, not tonight! Got a long drive up to the cabin.
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Sam is an extra with 3 lines for a total of 42 words. He's a friendly cashier.
*Friendly*
"Hey Bruce, you forgot your doughnuts!"
*Friendly*
"No problem, buddy! You sure you don't want to trade that coffee for something a little stronger? Whiskey maybe?"
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Bryan is a minor character with 8 lines for a total of 95 words.
He's the father of an important character. Bryan meets his fate in the story. A few grunts and death sounds will be added to the workload.
*Aggravated, fatherly, etc*
"I-I just don't GET it. What in the HELL could make someone with so much UNTAPPED POTENTIAL, just...just give up, shut down, disconnect from the world? I can't figure it out."
*Aggravated, fatherly, etc*
"She hasn't been the same for the last four months...she comes home one night, acting SO strange, and then she starts...making those weird DRAWINGS of hers."
*Calm, curious*
"What's with all the cops at this hour?"
Please watch our explainer video and read the project description before auditioning.
Marie is a minor character with 4 lines for a total of 52 words.
She's the wife of Bryan and the mother of an important character. Marie meets her fate in the story. A few whimpering, crying, and/or grunt sounds will be added to the workload.
*Consoling her husband, Bryan*
"(sighs) It's...A PHASE. That's all it is, Bryan. She's just going through a phase, like any kid her age does."
*Panicking, frantic, fearful*
"GET OUT OF THE HOUSE HONEY! RUN!"
*Whimpers out of fear*
