05/23/2018
Posting for Jennifer. Please read all the way through and be sure to follow the directions for submission if you are interested. Must be willing to work as a local hire in Vermont. I don't have any connection to this project so I can't answer questions for you.
JENNIFER AJEMIAN CASTING
CASTING CALL for VERMONT LOCALS for STORMCHASER
Project info Project title: STORMCHASER Contract: SAG-AFTRA Ultra-Low Budget Film Agreement Rehearsal/Shoot rate: ULB scale
Start date: 6/24/18 Production period: 6/24/18 - 7/2/18 Shoot location: Southern Vermont (Manchester / Bennington / East Arlington / Dorset / Rutland)
Synopsis Bonnie is a door-to-door ‘door’ saleswoman in the drowsy town of Shamrock. Down-on-her-luck and up against a recession — the harder she chases a sale, the faster doors slam in her face. Her boss, Flip, doesn’t believe in the recession and rallies his young bucks into a frenzied battle cry. After being publicly shamed, Bonnie rekindles her childhood passion with the help of a colleague, giving her the confidence to close her first deal. But when Flip pulls a bait-and-switch to avoid paying her commission, Bonnie challenges him, sending Flip into a rage as fierce as the approaching storm. Determined to prove herself, Bonnie races toward it — blind to the internal storm that’s chasing her.
Note regarding story The film is sardonic cultural commentary — enacting the struggles of the Old ‘Merica and culture of entitlement versus the changing face and struggles of a New diverse America. The film also touches upon corporate greed and environmental issues that are critical to America today and our future.
Notes to talent ● SAG and non-SAG actors can apply ● If you are not already a Vermont resident, you must be willing to be a Vermont local hire. Please note in your submission where you are based. ● Story takes place in the town of Shamrock in Middle America (a backwater town). ● All roles must be portrayed with a neutral midwestern accent.
JENNIFER AJEMIAN CASTING
CASTING CALL for VERMONT LOCALS for STORMCHASER
Roles we are seeking
[YOUNG BONNIE BLUE]. Female. 13-15 yrs old. Caucasian. Blue eyes. A true 13-15 year old. Petite and feminine, but has a tomboyish quality to her (1 scene, no lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[BONNIE’S FATHER]. Male. 40 yrs old. Caucasian. A strapping man with (preferably) blue eyes. Bonnie’s passionate midwestern father who taught her how to chase storms. We see him in a flashback (1 scene, no lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[MAN]. Male. 40 to 60s. Caucasian. Blue collar backroads type. Bold and brash as he greets Bonnie with a shotgun to get her off his property (1 scene, 6 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[COUSIN RICK]. Male. Mid 20s. Caucasian. A younger carbon copy of his boss Flip Smyth. Has brown hair and brown eyes. After closing a high-end deal, “Slick Rick” is a rising star at Flip-Sliding. He plans his work, works his plan, and sells like hell. (3 scenes, 7 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[YOUNG SALESMAN]. Male. Early 20s. Caucasian. A small town, eager to please salesman, with a boyish energy. Works at Flip-Sliding, and is one of many who have bought into the boss’s ‘bait and switch’ philosophy. (3 scenes, 3 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[MR. JOHNSON]. Male. Mid 50s. Caucasian. Irish looking. A modest, impressionable middleclass husband who has a charming home. He gets manipulated by Flip and, against his better judgment, purchases Flip Siding products (1 scene, 7 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[HOUSEWIFE]. Female. Mid 30s to 50s. Caucasian. A plump, small town housewife with a sense of humor and wonder. A bit naive, she ultimately buys Bonnie’s pitch -- becoming her first customer. (1 scene, 7 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[FEMALE REPORTER]. Female. Late 30s to 40s. Caucasian. A local Shamrock reporter. Well put together, white collar type (1 scene, 4 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
[WAITRESS]. Female. 55-60. Caucasian. A career waitress who has worked at the local diner since her 20s. Caring motherly type with a sharp sense of humor. Knows the backstory on all of her patrons (1 scene, 4 lines). Must be a VT local hire.
JENNIFER AJEMIAN CASTING
CASTING CALL for VERMONT LOCALS for STORMCHASER
Extras roles
[OLDER SALESMAN]. Male. Early 60s. Caucasian. Small town, enthusiastic go-getter working at Flip-Sliding. He is completely invested in the boss’s ‘bait and switch’ philosophy and closing a sale, no matter what. Think “Wolf of Wall Street” (3 scenes, no specific lines but chants the work mantra). Must be a VT local hire.
[5 SALES GUYS]. Male. Early 20s to early 30s. Caucasian. Small town, enthusiastic go-getters working at Flip-Sliding. They are completely invested in their boss’s ‘bait and switch’ philosophy and closing a sale, no matter what. Think “Wolf of Wall Street” (3 scenes, no specific lines but chants the work mantra). Must be a VT local hire.
[POLICE OFFICER]. Male. Caucasian. 30s to 50s. Stands guard outside of Flip Siding Headquarters in background with crime scene tape as News Reporter gives a Breaking News update. 1 scene, no lines. Must be VT local hire.
[DINER CUSTOMERS]. Male and female. 20-50. Caucasian. Midwestern locals enjoying their meal at the local diner (1 scene, no lines). Extra role. Must be a VT local hire.
Interested?
Here’s how to submit! 1. You can submit on either Actors Access or Casting Networks
2. If you are not already a member of the above sites, please email us at [email protected] the below information:
● Your headshot, acting resume, and link to reel/s.
● Your cell number and email address
● If you are not a Vermont resident, please specify that you’re willing to be a VT local hire.
● Note in the subject line of your email which role you are submitting for.
*Please DO NOT contact production directly. All submissions must go through Jennifer Ajemian Casting at [email protected]*
