Casting Call for Mini-Series (Cleveland area) Title: “The Damned Thing” - Medium/shooting format: TV-WEB series/FHD - Genre: science-fiction thriller - Creator/Exec. Producer: B. R. Tatalovic - Written by: B. R. Tatalovic and Robert Graziosi (inspired by Ambrose Bierce’s story) - Logline: An unexpected discovery pushes young Dr. Harker to investigate the cause of his uncle’s mysterious death. Characters: 1) Dr. Harker, 25-35, innocent-looking, smart, curious; LEAD, MALE (80% of screen time); 2) Detective McKoy, 35-55, smart and strong lady, SUPPORTING, FEMALE 3) Sheriff Bierce, 40-70, experienced Ohio lawman; SUPPORTING, MALE 4) Defense Attorney, 35-70, talkative and tough defender, SUPPORTING, MALE or FEMALE 5) District Attorney, 35-60, law and order personality, SUPPORTING, MALE or FEMALE 6) Federal Agent, 35-55, serious, doesn’t smile much, SUPPORTING, MALE 7) Lovullo, 18-40, tech geek, ultra-nerd, unique appearance, SUPPORTING, MALE or FEMALE *NOTE: all characters above have actual names in the script (to be modified based on gender). The age range listed above is for character’s description purposes only (we will NOT check your ID when you audition). You cannot be under 18 for any role listed above. __________________ COMPENSATION OPTIONS (the players can choose either “A” or “B” option – when hired) A) Paid: 75.00/day + 10.00/per 100 miles drive (if distant location); B) Deferred Pay + Associate Producer credit (actor gets paid per contract when show gets sold, and actor receives an “Associate Producer” credit in episode, and on IMDb). The cast also gets: IMDb credit for acting, craft services, digital download of completed episodes (the contract will be signed, covering all items). SHOOTING: scheduled upon actors’ availability (any time after July 2018, through December 2018). The LEAD cast might have 3-4 shooting days total and SUPPORTING cast 1-2 shooting days total. - This is non-union production. - Produced for: web series channel (free to public) and package-pilot (pitch) for a major studio. - About the authors: B. R. Tatalovic and Robert Graziosi are award winning independent content creators (“Dying 2 Meet U” feature on VOD, “Hiding in the Spotlight” adapted script in top contests, and various projects in development). Check their portfolio via IMDb. __________________ INTERESTED to AUDITION? Do the following: -- send an email to address: Producer.A@gmail.com (don't click "reply" here - different address) -- subject line of your email must say “DAMNED THING CASTING” -- in your email indicate your desired character #1 (first choice) and desired character #2 (optional); -- attach to email your HEADSHOT + RESUME in PDF file format; -- when we receive your info, we will select top candidates and they will receive script pages and callback (audition) information. Only those actors who email requested information will be considered. ______________________ If you’re interested in being part of this project off-screen, see below: LOCATION MANAGERS NEEDED: anyone who has legal access or ownership of the following shooting locations is encouraged to contact us (compensation, featured role, or “Location Manager” credit available): -- business conference room; -- bar or diner; -- police quarters; -- rustic looking cabin or an old house on private secluded property; -- piece of private land, including woods “in the middle of nowhere”; INTERNS / ASSISTANTS NEEDED: if you’re interested in helping on set occasionally as Production Assistant or any other support-crew position, in exchange for name-credit (in finished series and on IMDb), send an email with subject: INTERN. Provide your level of experience and skills (doesn’t have to be film related) and what motivates you to be an intern on independent productions. Student-interns from local colleges will get an official internship credit through our production company. ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS NEEDED: donation-based contributors, crowdfunding donors, or SKILLED crew help on certain shooting days… We will not run an official crowdfunding campaign, but you can contact us to discuss your offer. Proper name-credit will be awarded. Email with subject: CO-PRODUCING. Email to this address only: Producer.A@gmail.com Thank you. B. R. Tatalovic Executive Producer www.IMDb.me/tatalovic