New York's In Here
Web Series
Non Union
New York City
New York’s In Here is a vertical format digital web series created for YouTube and social media audiences that captures the raw, unfiltered spirit of New York City through the lens of its diehard sports fans. Each 10–15 minute episode takes place inside the car of HALYTE, a charismatic, quick-witted New York driver who becomes an impromptu therapist, hype man, and friend to the passengers he picks up across the five boroughs. Every episode features one featured actor playing a fictional New Yorker, either born and raised in the city or a long-time transplant who now bleeds orange and blue for the New York Knicks. These passengers aren’t just catching a ride, they’re catching a moment: a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation about life, love, family, work, and, of course, New York sports. Format & Structure: Each episode begins with HALYTE pulling up to pick up a passenger from somewhere in the city (Brooklyn brownstones, Queens boulevards, Manhattan midtown chaos, Bronx side streets, or Staten Island ferry drop-offs). What starts as casual small talk quickly unfolds into an improvised dialogue blending personal storytelling with Knicks fandom. The actor’s task is twofold: 1. Be a real New Yorker (or a convincing one) — share believable, unscripted stories about everyday struggles: family drama, workplace headaches, relationship woes, or dreams deferred. 2. Be a Knicks fan — react authentically to a recent Knicks game (win or loss), recalling real players, moments, or emotions. The goal is to blend sports passion with human experience. The tone is conversational, funny, and deeply relatable — think High Maintenance meets Taxi Cab Confessions with a Knicks twist similar to the fantasy league sports fanatic show "The League."
Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Clara Reynolds • Age: 28 • Ethnicity: White/Caucasian • Occupation: Freelance content creator and social media strategist • Residence: Williamsburg, Brooklyn – a hub for young creatives, gentrified with a strong sense of individuality. Clara embodies this with her trendy style and candid, self-r... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Kiara is independent, assertive, and socially savvy • Values personal freedom, honesty, and boundaries in all interactions • Sees social media and modern dating as both an opportunity and a source of emotional labor • Frustrated by men who avoid accountability and a culture that pressures women t... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Tiana is stylish, grounded, ambitious and adaptive. Physical Presence: • Stylish, professional, and composed; uses body language to communicate authority and humor • Confident posture with subtle expressiveness when frustrated or amused Emotional Baseline: • Sharp, assertive, opinionated, and i... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Patrick O’Donnell (White Man, 47) From: Staten Island Profession: NYPD Detective Backstory: Patrick’s been on the force for over 20 years and has seen the city change in ways that make him nostalgic. He bonded with his teenage daughter over Knicks games—it’s their safe space. But he’s currently und... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Isabella Torres (Dominican-American Woman, 31) From: Corona, Queens Profession: AI Data Analyst / Software Developer Backstory: Works remotely for a major tech startup, often underestimated because of her looks and accent. Conflict: Struggling with imposter syndrome and loneliness after moving out ... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Cito Reyes (Spanish Man, 36) From: The Bronx Profession: High School History Teacher Backstory: A Puerto Rican educator who uses basketball metaphors to motivate his students (“Life’s about rebounding after a bad play”). Grew up idolizing John Starks. He’s passionate about youth empowerment but fru... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Theo Chan — The Financial Analyst (Asian Man, 29) From: Alphabet City, Manhattan (originally from San Francisco) Profession: Hedge Fund Analyst Backstory: Theo moved from the Bay Area for Wall Street and stayed because of the city’s rhythm. He became a Knicks fan after watching a game at Madison Sq... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Renee “Ree” Boudreaux (Black Woman, 41) From: Harlem Profession: Bartender at a jazz lounge Backstory: Originally from New Orleans, Renee came to NYC after Hurricane Katrina and never left. She’s adopted Harlem as her own and calls herself a “southern New Yorker.” She grew into a die-hard Knicks fa... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Melo Richardson (Black Man, 38) From: South Bronx Profession: FDNY Firefighter Backstory: Born and raised in the South Bronx, Melo grew up watching Patrick Ewing and the ‘90s Knicks with his late father. He’s recently divorced, juggling custody of his young son, and trying to find balance between h... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Zuri Miller Boutique Owner with a Secret From: Upper East Side Age: 31 Profession: Boutique Owner Backstory: Runs a high-end fashion boutique in Harlem, but her inventory is financed by a silent partner — a married city councilman she once dated. Twist: She’s trying to end the affair but fears lo... [See More]
More Roles For This Project
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Clara Reynolds • Age: 28 • Ethnicity: White/Caucasian • Occupation: Freelance content creator and social media strategist • Residence: Williamsburg, Brooklyn – a hub for young creatives, gentrified with a strong sense of individuality. Clara embodies this with her trendy style and candid, self-r... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Kiara is independent, assertive, and socially savvy • Values personal freedom, honesty, and boundaries in all interactions • Sees social media and modern dating as both an opportunity and a source of emotional labor • Frustrated by men who avoid accountability and a culture that pressures women t... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
02/28/2026
Tiana is stylish, grounded, ambitious and adaptive. Physical Presence: • Stylish, professional, and composed; uses body language to communicate authority and humor • Confident posture with subtle expressiveness when frustrated or amused Emotional Baseline: • Sharp, assertive, opinionated, and i... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Patrick O’Donnell (White Man, 47) From: Staten Island Profession: NYPD Detective Backstory: Patrick’s been on the force for over 20 years and has seen the city change in ways that make him nostalgic. He bonded with his teenage daughter over Knicks games—it’s their safe space. But he’s currently und... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Isabella Torres (Dominican-American Woman, 31) From: Corona, Queens Profession: AI Data Analyst / Software Developer Backstory: Works remotely for a major tech startup, often underestimated because of her looks and accent. Conflict: Struggling with imposter syndrome and loneliness after moving out ... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Cito Reyes (Spanish Man, 36) From: The Bronx Profession: High School History Teacher Backstory: A Puerto Rican educator who uses basketball metaphors to motivate his students (“Life’s about rebounding after a bad play”). Grew up idolizing John Starks. He’s passionate about youth empowerment but fru... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Theo Chan — The Financial Analyst (Asian Man, 29) From: Alphabet City, Manhattan (originally from San Francisco) Profession: Hedge Fund Analyst Backstory: Theo moved from the Bay Area for Wall Street and stayed because of the city’s rhythm. He became a Knicks fan after watching a game at Madison Sq... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Renee “Ree” Boudreaux (Black Woman, 41) From: Harlem Profession: Bartender at a jazz lounge Backstory: Originally from New Orleans, Renee came to NYC after Hurricane Katrina and never left. She’s adopted Harlem as her own and calls herself a “southern New Yorker.” She grew into a die-hard Knicks fa... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Melo Richardson (Black Man, 38) From: South Bronx Profession: FDNY Firefighter Backstory: Born and raised in the South Bronx, Melo grew up watching Patrick Ewing and the ‘90s Knicks with his late father. He’s recently divorced, juggling custody of his young son, and trying to find balance between h... [See More]
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Submissions Due:
11/30/2025
Zuri Miller Boutique Owner with a Secret From: Upper East Side Age: 31 Profession: Boutique Owner Backstory: Runs a high-end fashion boutique in Harlem, but her inventory is financed by a silent partner — a married city councilman she once dated. Twist: She’s trying to end the affair but fears lo... [See More]
