Vertical
Non-Union Vertical Micro Drama Series - 'YLH' (working title)
Details
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Vertical
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
Supporting Roles: $300/day Principal Roles: $250/day
Deadline:
Dec 15, 2025
Shooting starts:
Jan 20, 2026 - 8 day shoot 1 day off
Shooting finishes:
Jan 28, 2026 
Shooting locations:
Metro Vancouver
Cities for response:
Vancouver
Storyline
Genre: Revenge & Comeback Family Melodrama

Nathan Reed sacrifices everything for love, only to be betrayed by the family he cherished. After surviving three years of captivity in place of his wife’s former lover, he returns home to discover he has been emotionally replaced. Humiliation, heartbreak, and manipulation push him to finally walk away. But when he steps out the door, he steps back into the world he once abandoned—reclaiming his identity as the rightful heir and ultimately becoming the Chairman of SVA Group. As Nathan rises, Isabella and Sophia gradually confront the truth: they didn’t lose a husband or a father—they pushed him out. But by the time they realize what he truly meant, Nathan has already moved on.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingJULIANMale 27 - 33 Years old
Description
Caucasian/Male. (30)
Tone: Charismatic, manipulative, refined villainy.
Isabella’s childhood sweetheart and the hidden antagonist of the story. Polished and charming on the surface, Julian orchestrates the kidnapping that imprisoned Nathan for three years. He preys on Isabella and Sophia’s emotional needs, slowly inserting himself into the family until he nearly replaces Nathan entirely.
Performance notes: A villain who weaponizes charm—controlled, sinister, emotionally abusive with a deceptively gentle exterior.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingKENTMale 30 - 45 Years old
Description
Caucasian/Male. (30-45)
Tone: Loyal, grounded, steady.
Nathan’s longtime assistant and the first person to show him genuine care after his release. Kent is the voice of reason and the emotional anchor that pushes Nathan toward reclaiming his worth and stepping back into the world he abandoned.
Performance notes: Quiet strength; a character that exudes trust and reliability.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingKEVIN WHITNEYMale 65 - 75 Years old
Description
Caucasian/Male. (70's)
Tone: Firm, authoritative, paternal.
Nathan’s wealthy father and head of SVA Group. Though disappointed by Nathan’s past choices, he has always loved him deeply. His declining health and unwavering belief in Nathan become key forces that guide Nathan’s rise.
Performance notes: Gravitas, aging vulnerability, emotional restraint.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingAMANDA Female 27 - 33 Years old
Description
Caucasian/Female. (30)
Tone: Elegant, bright, sincere.
A well-educated, accomplished young woman from a powerful family. Initially introduced as a potential arranged partner for Nathan, she represents a new chapter in his life—youthful energy, respect, and emotional safety in contrast to his past.
Performance notes: Warm presence, charm, gentle confidence.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
SupportingTINAFemale 30 - 40 Years old
Description
Caucasian & Open Ethnicity. Female. (35)
A sharp, confident, and socially savvy businesswoman. Tina is Isabella’s outspoken friend who openly favors wealth, power, and appearances. She pushes Isabella toward Julian, believing he is the “better match,” often reinforcing misunderstandings without realizing the harm she causes. Not intentionally malicious—just pragmatic, judgmental, and driven by status.
Casting tone: Strong presence, quick delivery, charismatic but slightly abrasive.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
PrincipalSOPHIA REEDFemale 10 - 13 Years old
Description
Caucasian/Female. (11)
Tone: Spoiled, emotional, reactive, not malicious but immature.
Raised in comfort and unaware of her father’s sacrifices, Sophia sees Julian as the provider she never felt Nathan was. She speaks before thinking, often hurting Nathan without understanding the damage. A near-tragedy forces her to confront how deeply she relied on her father’s invisible care.
Performance notes: Strong emotional swings—brattiness, entitlement, vulnerability, and eventual self-awareness.