How to Audition for Dere 1

Dere: An African Tale Video Audition Instructions Video auditions are the only means through which actors will be selected for “Dere: An African Tale”. Please do not make phone calls requesting to be auditioned. You must be 18 and older to participate. Kindly follow these steps to submit your “Dere: An African Tale” video auditions. Step 1 Download the Character Bible. Go through it to determine which role you are best suited for based on gender, age and range of acting (you will be allowed to audition for a maximum of 2 roles). Step 2 Locate your script and memorize your lines. Step 3 Make a recording of your audition Rules i. At the start of the video, say your name, age, state of origin, state of residence, and the character you are auditioning for (see video sample 1 below) ii. Turn your entire body to the right side and then to the left side for profile views (see video sample 1 below) iii. Begin your audition right away (see video sample 2 below) Guidelines iv. Avoid addressing the camera directly. If possible, find a friend or family member to read with you and another person to record the audition for you. v. Be sure to record your audition in a brightly-lit area vi. Your recording should show you from the knees up vii. Your audition file must be in mp4 format and must not be larger than 5MB Step 4 Enter your name and your character name in the subject line of your email Step 5 Email your video to [email protected] between 8am, Wednesday, February 17, 2016 and midnight, March 2, 2016 We are a multi-platform broadcaster set to reach Africa's most important target demographic, the custodians of the present and the future. We are set to produce and broadcast over 1000 hours of non-stop, original programming with world-class production values. We are set to do this through a variety of engaging platforms that include TV, Mobile, Online, Apps and Live. We are positioned to be the home of the best of African content available. We are a subsidiary of Media and Entertainment City Africa (MEC Africa) located in the serene surroundings of Tinapa, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.