Video Game
PROJECT WINTEROVER- NEW ROLES-
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Details
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Video Game
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
This is a non-union production. Only submit non-union performers. Rates are robust and competitive. ONLY SUBMIT VANCOUVER BASED
Deadline:
May 23, 2024
Auditions:
This is for PERFORMANCE CAPTURE.
Callbacks:
May 28, 2024 By zoom callback interview
Shooting starts:
June 17, 2024 
Shooting finishes:
June 21, 2024 
Shooting locations:
Beyond Capture Studios
Cities for response:
Vancouver
Comments
The characters in "Winterover" are brought to life through a unique stylized design. Central to our story is the Ramirez family, reflecting a rich diversity and deep, relatable dynamics. The character performances are based on performance capture of skilled actors, capturing authentic emotion and interaction. Though certain characters have an established ethnicity description as per the narrative content, we are open to a cross spectrum of ethnicities to embody and perform these roles.

LOOK & FEEL The artistic direction goes beyond mere aesthetics, subtly introducing a climate-conspiracy subplot that becomes a pivotal narrative point. As the story progresses, the entwined fates of Earth and Mars emerge, emphasizing ecological themes and the consequences of human actions. This narrative choice is a powerful metaphor, highlighting the repercussions of neglecting Earth's well-being and the unintended outcomes of our activities on distant worlds.
Storyline
Set in the year 2049, "Winterover" presents the story a U.S. astronaut Natalie Ramirez who is part of the a manned mission to Mars. A mission so fruitless it’s billed as the end of space exploration as we know it. Just when home and reunion with her daughter Sienna and her father Albert seem close, an unprecedented discovery on Mars extends her stay indefinitely. This twist not only revives the mission's significance but also plunges her into a personal crisis. Winterover is Call of the Sea meets Red Matter, with emotionally powerful NPC interactions. It is a game that story seekers who love Firewatch, Heavy Rain and What Remains of Edith Finch have been pining for, as they cross over into new innovative VR gaming.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadSienna RamirezFemale 21 - 28 Years old
Description
Sienna Ramirez - Any Race: 16-year-old gamer from Houston Texas. The cool nerd who doesn’t care what people think of her. Raised by her grandfather, Alberto - whom she calls Papi - while her astronaut mother, Natalie Ramirez, is deployed to Mars. Specify in SLATE if performer has any MOCAP EXPERIENCE.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadAlberto RamirezMale 45 - 70 Years old
Description
Albert (Alberto) Ramirez -

Latin-Caucasian-Mixed race: Natalie’s father, and Sienna’s grandfather. 72 years old, smart, weathered, seen a few things in his life. Moved to the US from Columbia when he was a young boy. A jet propulsion engineer, Albert retired from NASA 5 years ago and still has weekly contact with his peers. His retirement was timed to help raise Sienna while his daughter, Natalie, was preparing for her Mars mission. Specify in SLATE if performer has any MOCAP EXPERIENCE.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadSheila DinkinsFemale 35 - 55 Years old
Description
Sheila Dinkins (Flight Director) - Any Race: a 55-year-old former astronaut, turned Flight Director - she’s Natalie’s point person at mission control. A commanding, tough-love woman. On Natalie’s side, so long as Natalie is focused on the mission. Specify in SLATE if performer has any MOCAP EXPERIENCE.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadStanley ReeseMale 35 - 55 Years old
Description
Stanley Reese - Caucasian: 52-year-old astronaut, member of the third crewed mission to Mars. Tough, driven, charming. Isolated from their families, he and Natalie Ramirez (the player) become romantically involved shortly after they arrive on Mars. By the time the game begins - a year and a half later - they are still close, but friction abounds. Specify in SLATE if performer has any MOCAP EXPERIENCE.

Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadMiloMale 16 - 25 Years old
Description
Milo Ferguson - Caucasian: Sienna’s boyfriend - 18-year-old computer science wiz. Lanky, thin, awkward. An introvert who spends a lot of time alone, he’s hell bent on stopping a ruthless corporate conspiracy to exploit Mars’ resources.