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Poya
07-01-2012, 06:51 AM
Hi Everyone,

I'm looking for some voice talent for the following project:

Description:

I'm currently finishing an educational children's game, titled "Connectorium". This is a game about systems: the concept that everything around us works as part of a system, and that nothing working isolation. The game consists of 8 levels, each of which begins with a cut-scene which tells a little bit of the story. I'm looking for someone who can narrate the story in a warm and engaging way.

Briefly, the story is about a little girl who wakes up one morning, only to find that all the "connections" in her village have gone missing. She encounters various characters (8 to be exact) who she helps in reconnecting whatever system they are working with (e.g. a farm, a classroom, a bicycle) and eventually solves the mystery of the missing connections. The story is about 3300 words.

I'll provide you with the full script and also the actual cut-scenes to help visualize the situations.

Here is a (older) version of the opening cut scene:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-WHuXwqWRU

You can find a lot more details on my website:
http://gamesforsoul.com/Connectorium


Character/Voice:

As I mentioned I'm looking for a narrator for the story. Originally I was looking for a warm and friendly, senior voice (like a grandmother or grandfather), however I'm not entirely closed to the idea of other age ranges, if you think it fits the part. Also, again, there are at least 8 characters in the story. As narrations go, I'm not looking for separate voices for each, but the narrator needs to give each character an appropriate "flavor" for lack of a better term. Also because this is intended for young children ( 4-8 ), it needs to be paced a little more slowly and deliberately.

As far as accents go, I'm OK with either American or British, but it should to be as neutral as possible.


Audition Script:

That morning Nina woke up to a strange sound. It was like the flapping of a bird's wings, echoing somewhere in the distance.

You see, that was no ordinary day.

Nina's first clue was that her breakfast wasn't ready as usual and mum was nowhere to be found!
*sigh* “I'm going to be late for school” she thought.
But there was no way around it...she had to figure out how to make breakfast!


Format:

Original WAV files would be ideal. 44100hz 16-bit or higher. For audition, MP3 is fine. Please email to poya@manouchehri.net


Budget (Important):

I do understand that this is not a short project (3300 words). I have a very humble budget assigned to this. Please do give me an idea of your expectations in terms of pay so I can make sure it matches what I have allocated.


Deadline:

July 8th

Deiselc
07-02-2012, 03:22 AM
This definitely looks interesting. I plan on auditioning for this as soon as I can. And after checking out your website I really admire your passion.

Poya
07-02-2012, 06:57 AM
Hey, thank you! I look forward to hearing your audition.

I'm actually really glad to have found this forum. Lots of great talent, and lots of interesting projects!

ChibiBritt
07-02-2012, 06:48 PM
I am interested in this project. I'll be sending an audition soon.

Bei711
07-02-2012, 07:15 PM
audition sent

Seero
07-02-2012, 08:30 PM
Just emailed my audition =)

MarcSchindler
07-03-2012, 02:34 PM
Hey there! Just sent in my audition. Good luck with the project! :D

Skullgrin140
07-03-2012, 05:25 PM
Hello there, I just sent my audition in. This sounds like a wonderful project.

Starwind_Amada
07-03-2012, 05:34 PM
I'm trying to build my narration skills. I'll definitely be sending you an audition. When's the deadline?

Poya
07-04-2012, 02:34 AM
Thank you everybody for your auditions so far. Starwind_Amada: the deadline is July 8th.

InsomniacVA
07-05-2012, 06:23 AM
I just sent in my audition. Feedback is beyond welcome. :)

Draginite
07-05-2012, 08:58 PM
Sent an audition!

VodkaHaze
07-06-2012, 07:21 PM
Sent mine in.

MrLeekspin
07-06-2012, 09:24 PM
Auditioned :3

Praxis678
07-07-2012, 01:18 AM
Audition sent.

chibiwings
07-07-2012, 05:56 PM
This looks fun! I'll try to get this done tonight. :)

Poya
07-08-2012, 03:22 AM
Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to give a heads up that today is the audition deadline for this project. Since I'm in Australia, I'm going to wait till tomorrow morning (another 20 hours or so...) for the benefit of my American friends, and then close the submissions. If you have already sent me something and haven't received an email reply, please do send me a reminder.

I've been overwhelmed by the number and the quality of responses! It's probably going to take me a day or so to go through everything once more and make a decision. I'll let you know by email.

Thanks again.

Koddiak
07-08-2012, 02:10 PM
Auditioned. ;)

chibiwings
07-08-2012, 03:52 PM
Audition sent! ^^

Poya
07-09-2012, 07:50 AM
The auditions are now closed. Expect an email from me in the next day or so. Thanks again to everyone who participated!