Forum - View topicVoice Actor Contest @ BAAF
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ryoko Maebayashi Liaison Manager Big Apple Anime Fest PHONE: (212) 977-5430 FAX: (212) 977-2078 EMAIL: [email protected] Yo! Voice Actor Wannabe's: Here's Your Chance for a Dream Job! Win a role in an upcoming Anime! New York, New York, March 24, 2003 – The Big Apple Anime Fest (BAAF) today announced the "Big Apple Anime Fest 'Anime Idol' Voice Acting Contest," a nation-wide search for new voice talents looking to break into the highly competitive world of English language anime voice acting. The winners of four regional contests will be invited to compete in the finals, to be held at BAAF 2003 in Times Square, New York City, on Sunday, August 31, 2003. Judges will include leading directors and producers of Japanese anime attending BAAF 2003 as Guests of Honor, as well as professional voice actors currently active in the field. Preliminary auditions will be held at Anime Boston, Anime Central, Otakon, and at BAAF itself. Three regional finalists will be selected from each regional site to advance to the semi-final and final rounds in New York over Labor Day Weekend. The three winners of each regional audition will receive weekend passes to BAAF 2003 and the chance to compete for the Grand Prize. Don't miss your chance to be a part of the action, as voice actors from around the country vie for the title of "Big Apple Anime Fest 'Anime Idol'." This grueling competition will put the talents of our contestants to the ultimate test as they strut their stuff in front of a live audience in what is sure to be the highlight of this year's Big Apple Anime Fest. Be a part of the fun and cast your vote to decide who will be this year's "BAAF Anime Idol!" The Big Apple Anime Fest "Anime Idol" Voice Acting Contest Grand Prize (1): The Grand Prize winner will receive 15 DVD's (a $450 value!), and earn a role in an upcoming Anime English Dub plus $500 for travel expenses, and standard voice actor pay. First Prize (1): One winner will receive 15 DVDs (a $450 value). Runners up (3): Three participants will win 10 DVDs each (a $300 value). No Purchase Necessary for entry. Contest is open to any legally employable adult age 18 and over. Amateur performers are encouraged to apply. The prize-winning role in an upcoming anime dub will be a non-union production. The regional winners are responsible for their own transportation and lodging for BAAF 2003. Ryoko Maebayashi, BAAF Liaison Manager, commented, “Voice acting is one of the most exciting potential careers for many anime fans. A number of anime fans have sufficient talent to bring diverse anime characters to life on the screen. However, it is tough to break into the voice-acting world. This is why BAAF has come up with the concept of the Big Apple Anime Fest "Anime Idol" Voice Acting Contest. We believe that this contest will become the gateway for anime fans to achieve their dream and passion, and we welcome everyone to give it their best shot." About Big Apple Anime Fest (BAAF) The annual Big Apple Anime Fest takes place August 29 to 31, 2003 in Times Square, New York City. BAAF has often been called the “Cannes Film Festival of Anime Manga Culture.” BAAF is supported by a consortium of companies involved in the anime and manga industry, and is open to all participants. Both the trade and the public are welcome. BAAF’s goal is to promote Anime and Manga Culture to the general population, and to provide an exciting event to those who already enjoy it. http://www.bigappleanimefest.com |
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