Hello! I've been feeling a little discouraged lately as bookings has been extremely slow. Just wondering what everyone is using and the success rate of the platforms you're using. Im currently on casting workbook/actor access and Mandy. I usually get most of my gigs from Mandy. Is anyone else on a different platform that seems to be working for them? Thank you so much!
Hey all I wanted to ask for advice... basically I have bad social anxiety and it always becomes worse When I am auditioning or on set. I get so nervous that I tense up and can’t get into character. It sometimes ends up sounding very scripted or “bad acting” because all I can think of is anxiety and if I am showing it or not Does anybody else deal with this? I’m wondering if maybe I should just give up acting all together because I can’t seem to freely get into character when I need to. My confidence level is low because of it too. I see other actors as being so passionate about their work but I lack the confidence and am self-conscious every time. Any advice?
Does the studio fix the audio if their voices are a bit raspy or take breaths?
I have never done anything regarding acting except a small role in a play a couple years ago, so this my first time applying for a backround actor role. They are asking to email them a photo of ourselves and contact info. I wear glasses and have a slight mustache and beard, so should I shave and take off the glasses for the picture?
Hi! I'm a 21-year-old aspiring actor who's also dealing with a myriad of mental health problems. I was prescribed SSRI type antidepressant previously. While I was on those meds, I was kinda nonchalant, and not someone who wears their heart on their sleeves (as it is required when you are an actor). As I quit my meds, I have been more expressive lately. However, some of my problems have resurfaced and have been bothering me to the level that I am considering going back to medication. I'm pretty sure that there must be actors with mental health problems, who also happen to be on medication. If you're one of them, how do you manage to emote?
Hey everyone! Over quarantine, I was lucky enough to sign with a manager in Los Angeles, and since then, have gotten a lot of great self tape auditions! I live about two hours away from LA, but since we’ve been in a pandemic, I’ve only been sent self tape requests for obvious reasons, however, last week I received my first in person audition (commercial) with less than 24 hour notice. I passed on the audition because I had a work meeting scheduled for the time of that audition. I suppose this isn’t surprising, because I understand that, during normal life, actors are expected to be able to get to an in person audition at the drop of the hat, however I’m curious to hear from more seasoned actors if they think that there will be a permanent shift back to in person auditions, or if you think that the industry will mostly continue to rely on self tapes for those first initial auditions? I am ready to make that adjustment to relying primarily on in person auditions, but it hasn’t even been a thought in my mind due to the pandemic. Im very new to auditioning for professional projects, so it would be great to hear the perspective of others. Thanks!
Hello! I wanted to make an Instagram group of fellow LA female actors (preferably 21+), so we can chat, hang out, grab lunch, talk the LA struggle, go hiking, help each other with self tapes/auditions, etc. Hustle inspires hustle, but at the end of the day its just nice to have a down to earth group of actor friends to lean on. One thing nobody told me when I moved to LA, was how many friends you'd make and then how quickly they would all move away. My actors friend group was a solid 10 people, for years, and now has slowly trickled down to me, myself, and I. Friends stopped chasing the dream, couldn't afford LA anymore, or just fell out of love with acting, and moved back to their hometowns. So if you identify as a girl, live in LA and are not flakey, are an actress, and over the age of 21, DM me your IG handle (as well as post here to say hi, so people know others are interested), and I'll create an Instagram group chat for us and we can go from there.
Question in the title- is it worth it to do workshops with NY offices (I see lots more NY offices than LA ones), or will they always favor NYC talent?
Hey I’m interested in trying to get some assistant type work at a casting or talent office to get a sense of what goes on behind the scenes and build some relationships. Has anyone done or heard of someone doing this? And if so what was your/their experience. Any sort of insight would be greatly appreciated :)
I am part of a 20 man development team working on an unannounced, fully financed videogame title. Our cast is a mix of known faces and unknown/undiscovered performers. We are currently looking for a voice actor to play the role of a 50-something priest set in the modern day US. The character is a wise, intelligent, weathered-yet-faithful man who serves as the mentor to our young protagonist. We are inviting anybody who thinks they could do this part well to audition for us. The first audition is to read and record a 100-word except of dialogue for us to review. Those who pass this stage will be offered a fuller audition and a call with our game director. The full part, once cast, will be fully paid in line with union standards and practices. The part is significant and would feature heavily, including the character being in the release trailer and on the game's cover. Those who are interested should write to me at: [Ronangalbraithcode@gmail.com](mailto:Ronangalbraithcode@gmail.com) with a short description of themselves and links to any existing work. Wishing everybody well and hoping to hear from you. Ronan.
Sup! Thanks for reading. Im from Argentina studying acting, but kind of feel more comfortable directing i guess I dunno yet. The point is, I still love acting and would love to work abroad, specially UK, and I keep seeing "Agent this...Agent that" posts in this sub, and wanted to know, what does your agents do? That you cant do yourselves, I mean I know a lot of actors, and very few(just one) have agents, I guess since I live in a 10th world country is not that common to just act, you'll probably end up teaching smth. And how much do they cost? Well thanks. Lov
Hello everyone. I auditioned (self-tape) for a huge movie this week from a big production company in the industry right now. I submitted Saturday and it was due today. Any ideas on when I would hear back, if I do? I'm trying to stay optimistic but everyday that goes by from now on is going to make me wrecked with nerves wondering if they'll contact my agent yet! (Trying to stay true to the audition and forget rule, though!) It starts production later this year, when should they start contacting actors who have received a callback?
I've noticed my slate shot is always attached to my main picture. I'm given the option to select a different picture instead but then it looks like the slate shot never goes with it. And then of course I can select up to as many other clips I want to send along with that picture. But my question is mainly about the pictures- how many pictures does the casting director see of me- just the one I send- and if I am not sending the main one with the slate shot attached, then they just see one other picture and do not hear my voice unless they click on video clips?
Hey all, I couldn't find anyone else with this experience on the internet, but I feel like I had/have an addiction or at the very least an unhealthy relationship to acting. I grew up watching my alcoholic father and I've always sort of felt like an addict even though I've never had an issue with substances. However, over the years I've caused a lot of damage to myself and others through the way I went about acting. I did a lot of things that went against my core values and who I am as a person just to get the rush of being on screen or on stage. I've tried almost every drug there is and none compared to the rush I'd get when working as an actor. That might sound good, but I was willing to sacrifice everything else to get it, even if that's not what I really wanted to do. It felt like I had no choice and I've definitely done a lot of stuff I seriously regret and have hurt other people immensely through my actions. Sorry this isn't very specific, I'm not really comfortable getting into that. I'm just wondering, has anyone else ever felt this way before? Tl;DR I've had a problematic relationship with acting that caused me to hurt others and go against my values to get the rush of acting. Anyone had a similar experience before?
Hi,I(19M) want to be an actor but I have no prior experience and is there any free website on which I can learn acting methods and give me at least a certificate of participation so that when I apply to an acting school,my resume won't be boring?
Hey, I wrote a play and need help editing it. Would anyone be willing to be an actor for my play? All they would need to do is read lines, over zoom. If interested, please fill out the following Google form. Thank you so much :) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfiMq4WpBWclqyGPrpUm7TPDhPuvWPEeo5W0QdpzI6Xzo2-3g/viewform?usp=sf_link
Have you ever felt like despite having this career that you love, you've been told or felt like this industry is against you? That it's always a tougher 'competition' in which you have to work many times harder, and that it's not realistic or sustainable for people like you? How do you manage to deal with that, and should things like this be a factor in choosing a career path?
What are the best courses/classes for acting that are available online for beginner and intermediate actors?
Hello! I've recently begun devoting myself full-time to becoming a voice actor, and I'm in the stage where I'm trying to get my sound setup up to a level where I can start producing high-quality auditions. If you're interested in helping, you can find a link to a test recording below: [https://soundcloud.com/bradford-camp/reddit-test-recording](https://soundcloud.com/bradford-camp/reddit-test-recording) As I say inside, please tell me if you have any criticisms at all!
[View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/o0aqfu)
Hi there, I thank whoever takes the time to read this in advance. A bit about me: I'm 21, male (he/him), of African and Caribbean descent, 5'10, strong singer, from London UK. So basically, last month, I made the decision to drop out of uni, where I was retaking my 2nd year studying English, to pursue my acting dreams. This is where the problem lies, I've already used 3 years of student finance, meaning I only have 1 more. I don't think I'm particularly suited to university degree type vocational education anyways, not that I wouldn't though - literally any avenue I can find, I'll take because there is nothing I love more, or am willing to work harder at. I have almost no experience apart from a university society production of Chicago credit as Billy Flynn, and a student pilot. And I've had no training. My dream is everything to do with filmmaking; acting, directing, screenwriting, producing. My problem is, is that i only discovered i want to be an actor last year, during a time when i was going through a lot, suffering mental health problems and in my second year of university. I have the passion, determination and the right attitude, I just need to figure out what i can do to start learning those careers and being in that industry. ​ So drama schools are pretty much out of the question unless I can find and get accepted for some sort of amazing grant/bursary/scholarship. the help and advice I need is literal first step. I know where I wanna be in ten years time, and I know the career progression for it, I just have no idea how to get onto that first rung of the ladder. Do I/should I/Can I attend drama school, or acting schools/classes? if so which ones are best for someone in my situation. (I've been circling round IDSA for a while, I had an audition for them in 2018, they offered me a place to train there and I turned it down due to costs, pressure to go to university and I hadn't had the revelation of this is the only thing i can and want to do for my whole life, yet.) or are there entry level opportunities (+internships, trainee roles, apprenticeships etc.) within the industry? production roles, writers rooms, runners, anything on set or in studios, or in the theatres, production company offices, research roles, literally anything. Obviously, I've done a tonne of my own research but my situation is quite specific so I was just wondering if any of you beautiful souls had any tips, pointers in the right directions, links, connections or just know of anything that could be beneficial let me know. I'm not delusional nor am I silly, this isn't a whim or a phase, this is definitely the only thing i want to do, and I feel as though I need to do - and I know the chances of success are so so small, but I'm willing to put in all the hard work, every hour of my days and weeks, learn everything and anything there is to learn and take all the rejection in the world, to achieve my dreams, so please let me know, or if you're into marvel big time drop me a message too! lol peace
(sorry if my English wasn’t that good) I'm 16 yo girl from the Middle East and I admire cinema . when I was 7 I watched a lot of movies and I knew where my heart belong , becoming an actress was and still my dream but I don't know where I should start because I don't like cinema here (in the Middle East) I thought a lot of traveling to UK to start an acting career but I really don't know how and where to begin I mean it doesn't matter how old I should take the first step I just want to be a real actress the thing I need is an advice that can help me to start , how to start? ,how much does it coast to start?
This is probably a really dumb question. If I live in Wales would that mean I could only book with an agent in Wales? Or could I book with an agent in England as well? Another question, would I have to join another agent if I wanted to work abroad? I’d love to work in the US at some point as an actor. I just don’t know how to go about doing it. Thanks.
Hello /r/voiceacting, I've lurked here for a while without ever really posting much- I find the more serious I take something the harder it is for me to reach out. Acting/storytelling has been my life's driving passion since I finished college. In the 6 years since I graduated, I have been in acting classes, independent student films, an extra on professional sets in Atlanta, and taken voiceover lessons in NYC. I feel like I'm just going through the motions though and not taking initiative like I should be. I'm based in North Carolina, and I'm lucky enough to have a contract with an agency here, who regularly submit me for commercials and occasionally TV/film projects. I want to do more voiceover, and I have the equipment/training/awareness of what to do, but I don't have a reel to show my agent or any work in VO after a radio play in college (which I don't have a copy of unfortunately). The only voice-related thing I have done recently is shoutcasting gaming tournaments for a discord channel I am in- I am their dedicated commentator, and we get a lot of positive feedback from viewers about the stream commentary. But I also don't get paid for this, I just really enjoy doing it. I'm here to ask, with all the experience and progress I have in my career so far, as a more traditional actor, how do I transition that into focusing on voiceover? I struggle with ADHD and autism and often those things conspire to freeze up my decision-making or my motivation when a path isn't clear to me. I'm hoping someone a little further along than I can help me chart a path forward. Thank you, kind people.
I'm curious how you all label your clips on Actors Access. Has anyone heard any specifics from casting professionals in regards to what is most helpful for them?
Hi! I’m a voice performer and have been for some time now, the thing is that I’m from a small country with a tiny population so the market is small. With the impact of pandemic the rates have been pushed down by the largest players and the tendency has been there for some years now. And I’ve been hearing a lot of actors (most of whom are also theater actors) talking that something needs to be done regarding this. There is a local union for people working in the field of culture, but it isn’t particularly active. My question is - where I could find some reading material to understand how this system should work, and then see if some aspects could be implemented in my home country. How unions and guilds are capable to negotiate any deals and find leverage (so far it seams there is none). Cheers in advance!
I started in background, got my SAG card, acting classes twice a week, film fighting/stunt classes. I’ve read books, listened to audio books, taken notes from huge actors that I admire when I’ve had a chance to listen to them speak or see a Q&A. I was ready or I thought I was. My agent asked me if I was ready. I said I was. And then right after signing the contract I’ve had anxiety and imposter syndrome like I’ve never had before. I just don’t understand where it came from or how to shake it? Has anyone else gone through this? I just don’t know what to do with all this nervous energy and it wasn’t there until it was.
I see a few workshop companies that focus mainly on NYC Casting Directors. Some of the big LA ones shut down in the last few years when I last did them. Are there any really reputable companies that have LA offices on that anyone can recommend? Also- Would you guys recommend meeting with NYC based CDs as an LA actor if they cast stuff up my alley, or does it put me at a disadvantage since I'll never be able to read for them in person? Much appreciated!
Recently I decided to start putting effort into following my dreams of becoming a voice actor. One of those things was to start doing weekly recordings to create more of a demo reel. I felt that this one was good enough to share and I hope you agree! Please feel free to let me know what you think, constructive feedback is always appreciated. Youtube Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ugtlOeIL34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ugtlOeIL34) https://reddit.com/link/o0p0pe/video/t28wszsyyh571/player
I know smoking weed inhibits performances, but what about if the character is supposed to be high? Does it make it more authentic?
Hey there, this is a quick question that I am probably overthinking but I just wanted to see if I could get anyone's advice: I got an audition from my agent today on Actors Access, and the casting directors request a selfie of me taken today. I took this and sent it to my agent, asking if I should sent it to the casting director as well (because I know it can be unprofessional for the actor to contact casting directly) but it's been a few hours now and my agent hasn't responded. I want to make sure casting gets the photos as soon as possible, but I don't want to send them directly if it would make my agent look bad. Should I go ahead and email casting directly or wait to hear back from my agent? Thanks!
Hello to all professional voice actors who are making a living from this. I just wanted to gauge what experiences other people doing this from 9-5 have. I am a working voice actor who has invested everything into it from the beginning of 2021, I had done a few things before, when home studios where non existant but only put the money into a home studio recently. I have managed to get a few decent jobs such as webex, bentley, oppo and a few others and I am on basically every pay to play site. Im finding it so difficult though to make it full time as I thought I would be good enough to at least make a couple jobs a week as auditioning constantly. But even with constant auditions and with the credits I have I find it difficult to make ends meet. Does anyone feel the same or have any insight to what I could do better? This has been my dream since 12 years old and I am doing it but it is so hard sometimes.
My partner is an actor. He’s started taking more parts that require him to travel to other countries. This is new and I’m wondering what systems people have for when their partner is away. Obviously I know he’s EXTREMELY busy on set, I won’t be offended if his schedule changes or he can’t speak to me at the moment. And I know there are millions of actors with spouses, so how do you guys try to have that feeling of closeness while apart?
When I worked in casting, I would look at the special skills to see if there was anything that stood out to me. Now as an actor, I love to look at other special skills to find a new hobby to try!
Actors in Sydney particularly! I was wondering how many auditions does your agency (if you have one) will they send you in a period of time (3 times a week, once a month etc)? Note I’m in a minority ethnic group so if you are as well would love to know!
Growing up I’ve always envisioned myself with fancy cars and living a luxurious life like most people do haha. I’ve always been really interested in movies and more so recently acting. Every time I see a film I always ask myself if I can do that or how would act if I was an actor in that scene. Unfortunately I feel like my anxiety will get in my way of pursuing this dream that I have. Many people see me as very extroverted but I feel like when all the attention Is on me I’m always worried I’ll succumb to the pressure. Anyone have any advice of some small steps I can take to get more comfortable and eventually going to an audition?
When pitching yourself to an agent, should you or should you not mention a successful actor that they represent? It wouldn't be as a fan letter, of course, or in a cocky "I have the ability to surpass that actor" type of way. It would be more so as an "I admire this actor's career, therefore, I respect you because you made it happen" message. Would that be flattering or creepy? I don't want them to think that I only want to join their agency in hopes of rubbing shoulders with this actor. It's going to be worded casually. I basically want to say that I acknowledge their reputation in the industry, I found out about them through this person's success and my marketability is on par. Should you steer clear of "name-dropping" other actors in your pitch unless it's in the form of a referral or an accomplishment that relates to you? Is there a way to gracefully compare yourself to another actor and make it your selling point, not something that is a flaw?
TLDR: I've wanted to be a voice actor since I was a kid. Finally starting to watch vids and read blogs on where to start, and hopefully find a way to afford a mic soon. Warning, I may ramble and have a few errors, and I'm sorry in advanced, I'm a little excited. Hello everyone, I hope you're doing well today. For context, I've wanted to become a voice actor for years, and the last couple years, specially with Covid, it's really struck me to start getting into it. You don't chase dreams sitting on your ass, and I need to learn that. I'm starting off with a few videos I found on Youtube, and I'm going to find a way to afford a decent mic, but that might have to go on hold for a bit because bills. Once I have a mic though, I intend to submit demos and try to get some traction, but I want to watch a few more 'get started' videos before spending any money. Wish me luck, I'm still very new to this, and I don't know where to start other than Youtube and Reddit, but I'm going to start watching the videos. Even if I move at a snails pace because life gets in the way, I'm starting! Have a good day.
Dear actors and actresses. I ask for your help on a subject that might be of interest. We have an anonymous online-questionnaire about opinions on autistic portrayals in a selected number of films and TV-shows (e.g Rain Man, The good doctor, Atypical, and Music). It takes 5-7 minutes. I posted the same survey on a group for screenwriters and had a lot of good conversations on the topic of screenplays with characters with autism (and other conditions). I will respond to all comments you post here. The team that is conducting the study are: Professor Anders Nordahl-Hansen (Norway), PhD-candidate Stian Orm (Norway), Associate professor Michelle Dean (USA), and Professor Sue Fletcher-Watson (UK) [https://nettskjema.no/a/autism](https://nettskjema.no/a/autism)
Hi so some voice actors trill their r's and is that a genetic thing for them because I know I can't do it.
Every time I mentally take a break or mentally step away from acting, I tend to ask myself...why don't I just be an agent? To put yourself in my shoes, you would have to be in your mid 30's to early 40's , that's really who this question is targeted to, its just, when you're in that age bracket, your priorities/life/ and especially your health CHANGE completely compared to when you were younger. So, that's why the "agent route" comes to my mind, and NOT because I think the grass is greener on the other side. **Is there anyone else (preferably in that age bracket) out there that has considered or might be considering going the Agent route ?** I would honestly be happy with either of these careers (Acting or Agent), of course when I was in my teens and 20's, I thought I had "all the energy in the world and nothing could stop me"...but then I got older, and older, lol (so this is why this post is more directed to the older ones out there on Reddit) ​ *\* this is just an added thought...I have always said that acting was my "dream"...but i think I just wanted to be in that Hollywood/mainstream environment... I think that's why I don't have a problem considering becoming an Agent...*
Hi- I get the email notification for Actors Connection classes/seminars, which usually rolls in at about 11am everyday. I'm wondering, does anyone know what time the classes become posted and available for enrollment on their WEBSITE? Is it the same time, or earlier? Thanks.
So I am not into acting whatsoever but my friend is and she asked me for a ride to go to a audition but when we got there it wasn't what I expected at all. It felt more like they were trying to hire for a MLM, having a conference about how hard it is to get auditions and having a actor tell you the same stuff for 3 hours, the "auditions" were getting everybody in a big room one at a time stand up and say the line they prepared. She seemed really excited about it but as a 3rd party I'm worried I'm seeing through the facade. Has anybody done this? have you heard of it? Is it worth the money?"
I’ve always dreamed of becoming a professional actors despite being a isolated Brazilian dude. And one of the most stereotypical skills an actor must have is the ability to cry, right? More specifically the ability to invoke emotions. So for the past 3 weeks I was determined to learn how to cry… like a pro. I researched both physical (blinking, onions etc.) and emotional methods (Meisner, Emotion Recall...) to do so while experimenting all of them with myself. I think the result is something that can be useful for the acting nerds like myself ahaha. If not, at the very least is somewhat funny. The whole process is documented in video here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=\_OlyNQ9Gf4U](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OlyNQ9Gf4U) Please tell me what you think! ;)
Thanks for helping!
I’ve applied for a few roles through Mandy.com but it seems like the video I uploaded (demos) aren’t actually attaching to the application? It’s just my pdf CV. anyone know what I’m doing wrong? When I apply for a new role - all the previous files are there but then when I view my applications only the pdf is downloadable. It’s really frustrating if I haven’t actually attached what I’m meant to.. anyone know what I’m talking about at all?
Granted I only just received training last summer and I have almost no experience— but some others in that boat who graduated with me got agents, and almost everyone got an agent in total. I’m really stressing out!
New voice actor is this any good for narrating and such?
I'm an international student in the US on my f1 visa. How would I go about pursuing acting in the US? I know that Kunal Nayyar (the famous actor who portrayed Raj Koothrappali on the CBS sitcom) got himself a work visa after he graduated on his F1 visa. Would I be able to do the same? Any help is greatly appreciated, Thanks!
Best places to meet casting directors and other industry folk? Especially for something that has just landed in LA wanting to make connections and get a referral to a good agency?
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I'm your buddy Bottie, I was hiding behind the scenes, but now that you've found me I'd be happy to tell you what I'm doing.
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