I recently deleted insta, but I wonder if that was a bad idea. I want to pursue acting as a passion, and I wonder if it is important to have Instagram?
Obviously, within context, and not adding in completely irrelevant emotions.
Can you cry on demand? Seeking actors and actresses who are able to shed tears in front of a camera. This is a paid gig and production will be done remotely (a lot of the film will consist of various Zoom conversations) so don’t worry about location, though we are based in Houston if anyone is wondering. If you are interested, simply send an audition tape of yourself looking directly at the camera and crying. Nothing else. Please no introductions or additional comments, as we will not consider any videos that include talking (unless you are talking to yourself). The video should be unedited and include the entirety of your process/buildup, as well as everything that comes after your tears (deep breaths, calming down, whatever you do to gather yourself). Basically, we want to see everything from the moment you press record to the moment you press stop. If you are recording an audition on your phone, please make sure it is in landscape mode (turned horizontally). If you have any questions let me know, otherwise you can send your audition video to the email listed below. P.S. If it takes you a couple attempts to cry, that’s okay! Don’t hit stop. We want to see EVERYTHING. We’re not looking for who can cry quickest or best, we’re just looking for actors we think are interesting. So send us everything. The more embarrassing the better :) loafgren@protonmail.com
Getting new headshots after 10+ years. Back in the day, I was advised to have shorter hair. Is that still a thing or have times have changed and there’s more flexibility for hair? I’ve noticed that many black male actors have shorter hair—at least from their headshots when they first started out.
So I want to practice acting and gain the skills and learn from it but don’t want to be a professional actor. TV/film type of acting scripts would be preferred over theater. Thanks btw.
I am an aspiring actor and my end goal is to break into Hollywood. I love acting so much. I genuinely can't wait to finish school to fully focus on this. But lately I've been seeing g a lot of posts that Hollywood and entertainment has gone "woke" and "dying" and that gives me a lot of anxiety seeing this stuff. I am a Hispanic and I do not want to see people shit on me being cast in something or say it's "gone woke" simply because I am Hispanic. I don't want to be race swapped with some franchise character either I just want to play cool characters. I get the "just ignore those people" argument but I just want to be universally liked because of my skill and not loved or hated because of my race. Thoughts on this?
I've recently wanted to start acting again (I did it when I was younger) and have started practicing lines for self-tapes to post on instagram. One particular scene i'm doing [(here)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXjgfXZbnr0&ab_channel=MyMadFatDiaryFan) contains the character crying/breaking down. I really want to recreate it as I love the actress and the show, but i'm struggling with the emotional part. I don't really cry much irl which is probably a reason (like, at all) and I did want to try out for villain characters too but I can't really think of any monologues / scenes apart from Killing Eve but I can't do accents very well. If anyone has advice for someone just starting out, that would be great!
Hi there, I've been living in Los Angeles since January of this year and I've been working consistently as a background performer. I expected a much slower start to my career, but have found myself able to sustain myself fairly well combining this with a few other side-hustles. Yesterday, I got my last SAG Voucher and have become eligible to join SAG. I have enough money to cover the initiation fee and I am leaning towards joining. I've heard mixed things about joining too early in my career which is why I'm reaching out here to hear some varying perspectives. The only real problem I've heard people say is that if I join with a weak resume I won't be able to be compete at the professional level. While I understand the argument that there's more non-union work, I am doubtful that any of it would be worthwhile or look good on my resume. Since graduating film school I've been involved in dozens of non-union sets to gain experience, and for the most part none of these productions have any name recommendations so I question how well a co-star role on a no-named production even looks. I'd say the majority of the low-budget films I've worked on even end-up unreleased to the point that I don't even have any credits for my reel. My main apprehension about non-union work is that pursuing that work seems like a huge gamble. Obviously acting in itself is a gamble, but dedicating years of my life to this kind of work in the hope that I'll be cast in a good role in a production with no name-recognition that somehow goes onto be successful to the point that my involvement seems like a scant possibility. And if that didn't happen, I'd have nothing except a resume listing productions that are unnamable. The benefits of the Union I see is mainly that it's a guarantee I'll be taken care of. It's always bothered me that I've never even had the same length lunch as everybody else because I work in an industry that seems to not value people unless it has to. Joining SAG would guarantee my protection by making myself part of a powerful organization. Furthermore, the networking opportunities this would present to me with industry professionals from actors, to casting directors, etc. seems unprecedented. There even seems to be lots of training resources which could be really valuable to somebody starting out with me. Above all else, something that I don't hear people talk about is that being a member of SAG is a tangible credential in a profession anybody can declare themselves having been in a school play. I may be mistaken in assuming that, but it seems to me like joining the professional organization of actors looks better than lead roles in a bunch of random shows nobody has heard of or watched. My common sense just tells me that credential a casting director would really respond more to. Anyways, I'm just wanting to outline some of my perspectives and hesitations about joining and see what your thoughts may be. I've read several threads already on this subreddit, but felt my concerns were unique enough to warrant my asking. I'd really appreciate to hear your thoughts, and I'd especially like to know if you yourself are union or nonunion. Thanks so much!
I have heard of at least 10 or more names of voice or vocal techniques available for actors. I have pretty soft voice along with shallow vocal tone and color and the inability to go high on pitch. What would be the right technique for me? I have tried Lessac and it was a great technique to add nice definition and details to my voice however, for increasing the amount of volume wise it was not enough. Your recommendations are much appreciated.
I just record for my youtube videos but since i thought it might be something that a voice actor go through i asked here, the thing is some days when i wanna read through the script it's like my mind isn't even working, i can't even read right like i can't even focus on one sentence and that's when i say maybe i'm too dumb but for some unknown reason the next night i read through the same script like eminem or something lol, without any issue, what do you think might cause this? am i just weird or is it different things i eat everyday or maybe sleep problem or something? thanks
I have a reel and headshots. I read in the search bar that you need to have Slateshots to push you towards the top. Do you need slateshots attached to all the headshots you submit with? Do you need new Slateshots when you update your headshots?
Hello everyone, this is my first time making a reddit post so I apologize in advance if I do this wrong. My question for all you actors right now did you benefit from going to school for acting and getting a degree or instead take the approach of going to Acting Classes outside of College and go from there. Which as an actor would you find more beneficial.
Would love to hear everyone’s opinion on this. Mostly just curious… When you see a breakdown posted on Casting Networks, and it has the scene attached, and mentions to submit a self tape of you reading the scene for the audition, do you usually submit to these if you fit the type? These are essentially just open calls, since they aren’t selecting actors who submit to audition, and in my opinion it’s lazy casting. But sometimes if I read the script and like it, and if I feel like I fit the type, I submit (mostly for the reel footage), but not ever expecting anything out of it, because I’m sure they get thousands of submissions, especially if it’s paid. Would love to hear from other people!
I was asked to take part in a panel discussion at a film festival. I was given details about the festival, the point of the panel, time commitment, and compensation (travel, accommodation etc.) .. but then it ended with asking “what’s your fee?” Uhh I don’t know lol. I legit assumed this would be a volunteer thing all the way up until reading that question. I’m a nobody actor with a handful of guest stars, a couple recurring, a coupe leads on the resume, ranging from indie, to network, to studio — but by no means am I a name, nor would I say I’m recognizable Anyone here have experience with this? I’ve looped the agent in, but I’m curious what the internet says Edit: I guess what I’m asking is: should I treat this as an acting gig and go for my quote? Should I take the budget of the program into account? How about the other panelists? Soooo many questions..
Actors who reach out to casting directly - you are not entitled to a response, ever. As human beings, a principle that everyone understands is that just because another human being wants something from you, it doesn't entitle them to it. Since Covid started and self tapes and online casting have become more prevalent we have seen an increase in disturbing aggressive, hostile behavior from actors in attempts to engage in communication, get our attention, or get auditions via email / social media or other casting platforms. Auditions are job interviews for large corporations. We deal with 1000-5000 people per project, we do not owe anyone any response. If you reach out to casting do not expect to get a response.We have lives and illnesses, divorces, sick children and serious issues that no actor ever hears about, because it is our lives to live. We are not here to serve you 24/7, please understand it is not a fun experience being seen as a one way street to meet thousands of strangers needs, all the time. It's exhausting and harassing us doesn't help you. "Venting" on any casting directors social media posts is a great way to show casting that is how that person will behave on set if given an opportunity to be on one., so we note that and don't give them auditions. If you press us, harass us, keep contacting us, we share it with your agents. All of the other casting directors share this info with each other. We do not put people who cause us grief on sets, ever. This includes social media behavior. These are not spaces for you to work out your emotions and feelings of rejection, or victimization from the Casting Director that will not respond to you or give you an audition, it is highly inappropriate to demand free therapy from casting, (often these messages are downright disturbing) it's a place for business. ​
I am a voice actor looking to have some art commissioned for commercial use on my website and socials to promote myself and my work. I was looking to have a portrait done of myself in the distinctive style of Yusuke Nakamura. Here are some samples I had in mind: [https://imgur.com/jqOITJ3](https://imgur.com/jqOITJ3) [https://imgur.com/gZOaLQG](https://imgur.com/gZOaLQG) [https://imgur.com/bHEG4Ur](https://imgur.com/bHEG4Ur) Some specifics I have in mind are that it would be a bust portrait of myself from a side view with some extra elements drawn around me, but not nearly as much going on in the provided samples. I can provide photos of myself to work off of, as well as a mock-up of the picture I have in mind. My budget is around $300 and would be handled over PayPal. This would be considered commercial work as it would be included on my Twitter banner and eventual website, but there is no merchandising or reproduction planned and you would still be credited and permitted to promote the work for your own portfolio and services. I have no strict deadline at this time as I am flexible and currently planning other elements for my website. I look forward to seeing everyone's portfolios and any input on my idea. Let me me know if there are any questions. Thanks!
Honestly this is just a ramble post so. I feel like Los Angeles in general is this BIG mental health tapeworm for newer actors, or maybe that’s just me. But I’ve been off and on depressed for the past year and a half that I’ve lived here and been very discouraged about acting since I majored in BFA theatre instead of film. BUT! I’m finally figuring that out and getting new headshots on Sunday, got cast in another (nonpaid) Backstage gig so I can add another credit and more stuff to my reel, getting back in shape, and have been talking to some of my acting friends about instructors they recommend out here to effectively learn Meisner (since I basically only know Stanislavski). It’s definitely such a slow and back and forth process but at least now I’m not actively getting discouraged about lack of representation and the other things that just take time. TLDR; LA do be a tapeworm for mental health if you’re newer to the film game. But also just happy that I’m finally slowly but surely getting things figured out.
Hey! I just wanted to assist all actors who use this subreddit for guidance somewhat. It can be difficult to master one's long-term memory when memorizing a piece of material, especially an up to 120 pages screen or stageplay in usually one to two weeks before production or rehearsal. I just wanted to give you all ideas on how I am perfecting my long-term memory with respect to the acting method for which I was taught... Method Acting, from the traditional theatre tradition many years ago. But regardless, to advance this type of memory, read through this small one-page script just once for the overall story, and then another for the actual lines that you would perform, and then do two or three more run-throughs of the actual lines that you would be performing. What I am introducing to you all is a form of BLOCKING instead of memorizing a large wall of text. EXT. RIVER - EVENING A young REDDITER is on their phone teary-eyed at looking at something, something tragic. REDDITER I, I... Then, REDDITER I, I... don't like this post. Then, REDDIT I, I, don't like this post, indeed. Then, REDDIT I, I don't like this post, indeed. I am not amused. \---- If you all have techniques to master one's long-term memory, please share!
Hey everyone, I'm looking for two voice actors for my small project. I'm also looking for a casting assistant, a Caligraphy Artist (Occult symbols / runes), a Test screener / ''beta viewer'' / Reviewer. For those positions you can apply with your portofolio only. If you're interested you can find more information about each position & apply here: [https://www.castingcall.club/projects/voice-actors-needed-youtube-horror-web-series-arg](https://www.castingcall.club/projects/voice-actors-needed-youtube-horror-web-series-arg) **If you're selected, I will always pay you before you start working, so you can be certain you won't be scammed** Voice actors payment: 30 - 50 US dollars / hour worked or 10 - 15 cents per word; Keep in mind this is a small web series so you won't have more than 1 - 2 hours of work per month, at least until the series picks up. I prefer to pay via patreon. You can select ''upfront charge'' and you'll get the money the moment I send them. I'm also open to trying other payment options, but patreon is definitely the best, easiest option **A short description / logline for my story:** * A mentally unstable teenager is left to die in a vast, foreboding forest. Helpless and alone, he decides to team up with an odd, mysterious stranger in order to survive.
I'm 36 and new to acting - I'm self-conscious about my skin and my figure and I was wondering if everyone else puts quite a bit of effort in being film/tv friendly, appearance-wise. Do you have a strict regime or just let it slide. I'm not against improving myself, I just want to know how much energy others devote. Thank you.
I'm not sure if this is allowed here as I suppose only questions related to acting itself should be in this sub, but I don't know where else I might get answers,so. Please let me know if there is else where for such question. So, the question: I always observed that all most all actors, everybody has gor something fun/interesting/entertaining stories to share on interviews and talk shows. Now I don't know if they all have unique and peculiar experiences that happened to them, or everybody(not just actors) had such memories and actors just get to share theirs when are in the public eye so get more attention... but really everybody has got something interesting or funny to say. And they have people in their life involved in these stories like their mom or dad or neice or friends or crew members or even strangers in their experiences whi have embarrassed them or something funny happend. So, are they all real life stories? Or is it part of media training? Or the interview strategies of their PR? Or a mix of all? Thanks!
Hey guys! I signed with my agent about 10 months ago. Had about 20-25 tapes for different things with them. Nothing booked. Been pencilled three times and had one good feedback. I started to hate doing tapes. I don’t know… the worst thing is that people tell me I’m a great actor. I’d rather be shitty and not getting jobs than good and not getting jobs.
Looking for people from UK and North America to drop their thoughts below: I'm 21yo based in Republic of Ireland and the work and opportunities is very limited here despite american productions shooting here. Most tv shows that shoot here end up hiring British trained actors for main roles anyway. I wanted to ask if anyone would be able to drop their thoughts on the industry in the UK vs canada/us. From my research in the UK, it seems that you HAVE to get on spotlight and the only way to do that is going to a traditional drama school like lamda rada and doing the full 3 years. The reason I mention spotlight is cos its where all the auditions are held in UK for shows and movies. Getting into those schools is pretty damn hard and I think it'd be right only consider doing drama school if I got into the top ones right? What good would be to do 3 years in a mediocre school? Does the North American industry operate similarly to UK? How exactly would I go about getting a good agent and building rapport with cds, etc? Do I have to get into a good drama school? Or can I just hustle the old school way by building up a portfolio of experience reels etc and get an agent from there? Financially wise I'm pretty okay, I have online income so moving abroad isn't a problem for me. My main concerns is trying to establish myself in the market. I'm a poc that hasnt been able to get many auditions here because not enough roles are created that demand a poc person. I've considered London as its right across but I'm.a bit thrown off with the high ass rent, crime everywhere, and I'm not sure how much it would help my career if I graduated from a decent drama school. I've heard cases of people graduating from drama schools in UK and then just moving to US cos they had better work opportunities. On top of that, the whole Hollywood nepotism thing that came to light had me questioning whether I should still stay in the game. If I'm being honest I as an actor do feel out of place in the Industry considering my background and the rumours that you're basically competing against a bunch of wealthy elite upper class white kids with connections lol. I'm 21 and I'm already starting to feel like the adulthood responsibilities are pilling up on me, almost if I'm starting to lose the dream and drive that I had when I was younger. Anyone else been through this phase? Would appreciate your opinions Thanks
I'm (17M) currently a senior in hs and while researching how to get break into acting, I stumbled across someone making a somewhat convincing argument that one shouldn't go to acting school right after college. To sum up what was said, the dude explained that going acting school right when you're 18 is missed opportunity due to the fact that 18-20 year olds have younger looks that would allow them to portray 15-17 year olds. He claims that this something that studios are looking for due to the fact that they can have younger looking actors without worrying about child labor laws. Finally he says that 2 years of acting in those younger roles and then going to school is more beneficial than going to school and missing out on 2 years of experience. I dont if the argument is right or wrong. Personally I have heard more people say that you should go to school first to hone your skill and then breach into acting. Im wondering which is better approach for pursuing a career in acting.
If anyone has any insight, I would love to know! I’ve always wondered what the “1st/2nd/3rd pass” system is from the casting perspective.
I have been acting or trying to act for more than 10 years. I have tried to move to LA full time but the price of rent and general cost of living has been a huge obstacle for me. The rental scams in the city are insane! I have tried cold emailing agents for years and have commercial experience but have only received one response back in all these years. Actors Access is a shitshow, they rarely post decent jobs and many of them are so sketchy. I just wanted to say that for those of you who are lucky enough to get repped I truly envy you and wish destiny smiled upon me the same. I have done many workshops with agents and CD's and have had them tell me they thought I was good but when I reach out to them they never respond. Things are getting really bad for me (living situation) and I don't want to give up my dream but a decade of rejection is destroying me especially when I feel like I have put a lot of effort into this career. I have met some VERY important people in this business but no one has wanted to help me by giving me a referral. I just wish someone would be willing to help me get rep. I think about if should I have left my hometown with nothing all those years ago but I truly feel that I would have been homeless and my naivety at the time would have got me in trouble. I am older now and more ready than ever but I have not been able to break in the business. Should I keep going? I don't know Im just ranting because I feel so alone and jealous that so many of you have shared that people you didn't even know referred you and helped you get ahead. (headshot photographer, CD, friend of a friend).
I don't look at Reddit often, but if I see them I read posts like this because I want advice, too, but I still feel lost for myself specifically. People that are experienced at this, what have you experienced or seen from others? I struggle communicating quite a lot. I've been practicing a lot over the years by going out more often and trying to engage people, but I don’t really connect with people and still don’t know what to say. Same with news articles about the world. Often I could lean either way on many issues and don’t have strong opinions. Makes me feel like a stupid human lacking essential, normal abilities. I try and try, but still fail the same. By connecting I mean we don't build a conversation and I don't really get the way people feel (despite being an emotional person myself). I can feel their emotion, but I don't know how to respond to it at all. I’ve also spent the majority of my life being either nothing, or a reject to many people. School, certain workplaces, hobby groups, friends of friends, etc. I’m used to being the one left out, or told I am uncomfortable or weird because I am quiet. I find it so hard to believe I can be an actor. If you think you can’t, you can’t…that old saying. PS I have spent many years with therapists and will probably go back again as I recently stopped seeing one for certain reasons. I have been diagnosed with depression and anxiety for a long time. Despite that, depression is like constantly battling low energy and negative thoughts. I spent years to find something meaningful in life (acting) and it seems covered in hopelessness (including the harsh industry and no-success stories everywhere). I can do it as a side hobby, but it’s not motivating to only be okay at something you care about... you want to give it more and be really, really good at it.. give it what it deserves and get back what you really want: fulfillment...not regret and dead wishes/dreams. It’s an overdramatic statement, but I feel sentimental at the moment due to the spot I am in and that's because I really don't get much feeling from anything else I do in life. Acting makes me 'feel' a purpose to get out of bed and exercise, etc. I don’t want to be just some extra person adding to the over-congested actor supply problem if I have nothing great to offer...feels selfish/foolish. I would be full of regret of I didn’t give it everything. I don’t know why it’s all so hard.
I do: Peter Cullen - most known for Optimus Prime in “Transformers” Richard Waugh - most known for Albert Wesker in “Resident Evil”
We are looking for a male voice over actor who is middle-aged and has a deep and suspenseful tonality. Please check some example channels below to get a better idea of what we are looking for: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-PXmBOuMhGTskIJq1Wlxdg](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-PXmBOuMhGTskIJq1Wlxdg) [https://www.youtube.com/c/FrontCost](https://www.youtube.com/c/FrontCost) [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8QQivacLB1eYgI21qF1agQ](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8QQivacLB1eYgI21qF1agQ) The budget per 1600 word script is $20 USD with consistent long term work together. We will be doing 8 videos per month with possible opportunities to work on other channels in the future. Please send me a voice over sample using the script below. If you fail to send the sample and reply with "blue dog" your application will be ignored. SEND IT AT Mohab#3384 (my discord account) Sample: This New Anti-Tank Missile DESTROYS Russian Tanks Looks like the tables are turning! We’re finding out that the bigger they are, the harder they fall! There’s been a monumental evolution in the game of cat and mouse – the hunter has become the hunted. The Russian tanks once known to be fierce and dominating on the battlefield have now become nothing more than target practice thanks to this new anti-tank missile. The Next-generation Light Anti-tank Weapon, known as the NLAW, has changed traditional tactics on the battlefield and has become the ultimate tank killer. The NLAW is giving Russia second thoughts to their war strategy as their tank fleet back peddles from the unforeseen power of the new anti-tank missile. Check out to see how this powerful tank destroyer has tipped the odds on the battlefield!
**A nerdy, down-on-her-luck Supergirl fan and cosplayer has an unfortunate accidental run-in with some aliens en route to a Halloween party. After a tough night at the party, she leaves, only to be involved in a car accident. She is discovered by aliens, however, and, recognizing her costume and knowing the superpowers that are supposed to come with it, the aliens correct her oddly “powerless” situation, making things better for her. MUCH better! (Hint: there may be flying involved!** **I’m looking for one third-person narrator for the story. Please feel free to message me with any questions about the role or catch me on Discord at Mohab#3384 and send a sample of your voice with the script below. I look forward to working with you!** **Payment will be made via Paypal.** As Lily retreated back into their bathroom, Chloe looked down disappointingly at the red 'S' draped limply over her chest. It wasn't THAT long ago that Chloe and Lily used to share and exchange bikini tops at summer camps. But there had been some significant changes in the past four months since Lily left for early summer enrollment. But over those two semesters, Lily began working out and eating healthier…not to mention she apparently had been visited by the Va-Voom Fairy! The resulting by-product was a new and improved Lily who was 20 pounds lighter and now sporting a glorious silhouette that was normally reserved for lingerie or swimsuit mannequins. ​ Pinching the material of her costume, Chloe even noticed the fabric was somehow magically changed. The texture and elasticity felt like nothing she had ever seen, definitely not the materials she had used. Pulling it from her midsection, the material creaked sexily as Chloe's superstrong fingers slowly pulled it away from her unbeknownst with thousands of pounds of force. Letting it go, a sharp report rang out like a gun shot echoing through the valley as the costume snapped back violently against her invulnerable tummy with deadly concussive force. Chloe simply giggled. It tickled. Sweeping her hands over her super new curves, Chloe's hyper-enhanced sense of sensation detected hundreds of steel-hard little indentations and bumps over her body. Muscles! Wonderful, sleek, sexy, lithe muscles had sprouted all over her body -- her arms, shoulders, tummy, legs -- all in the perfect places with the perfect subtle proportions, enhancing the sexiness of her body to the Nth degree. ​ While it seemed like an impossible feat, it was effortless to Chloe. Everything seemed like that now, thanks to these wonderful powers. Chloe used to be a nobody, but now nobody was like her. As she clenched her fists, her assailant's eyes widened in fear as Chloe's tiny hands bore down on the pool balls, cracking each of them like empty eggshells. As she wrung her fingers, her superhuman digits pulverized and crushed the balls into a course powder as it ran through her fingers and fell onto the floor like fine sand.
Just asking if things seem strange or not? A writer/director was going to meet me to discuss a role over dinner. We had been trying to arrange to meet for a while to discuss his scene. The day before, he messages to ak me if I want to sign up for a 20 dollar acting workshop hosted by his renowned friend a method actor. I politely declined. On the day, he tells me he's inviting another writer to thedinner (without asking me). We are down to meet for dinner at 7 pm. At 7 pm meeting time he calls and says 'I will be a bit late' and that he's leaving a meeting now and not far away. He doesn't apologize, and arrives 15 minutes after. We talk and it goes okay, regarding the scene he's writing. It seems to be coming along well. He asked me where I live in the city and 'what building?'. It's a small city but I declined to answer as this was too much for the first time meeting. I got the part. At the end of the meeting we are standing together, he puts his hand on my arm for a few seconds (I find it a bit weird) and says 'Alright, goodbye then; see you at rehearsal day'. Does any of this come off as a bit strange? Not sure. I don't know if I am getting this right so a second opinion would help. He is legit from checking his name and so is the company that produces shows (I know many of the cast actors)
Title says it all. Just curious. Thank you!
I am playing a character in a film who eventually turns into a zombie. For those who have done something similar, what did your process entail? Zombies are supposed to be brain dead, but I don’t necessarily want to be dead in my brain, you know?
So, like most aspiring actors, my end goal is to get a theatrical agent in LA so I can book tv/film roles there. I live six hours away from LA and the city I’m currently in is more commercial/industrial based. We do have the occasional tv or film productions here, but they mainly look for background actors. We’re also pretty low on short films and student films, which I was planning to focus more time auditioning for to build a reel. I was wondering whether it’d be worthwhile to try and get a local commercial agent first, then try for a theatrical within the same agency to build a demo reel, and THEN go for theatrical in LA? Also do commercial agents take newbies? I’ve got a bit of acting training (still continuing) but no experience so far. Still don’t have pro headshots, so should I get those before applying?
Hi, I have a question, does an actor have to have a deep or loud voice in order to be successful, or does it depend on the physical performance of the actor
Are there any South Asian actors (only saying this as the movie is about collegiate bollywood dance competitions) in this sub that have heard if Hasan Minhaj's movie 'For The Culture' has started the audition process? Like, have you been told by your agents or seen any breakdowns? I'm just too curious because I'm really excited about the movie as it's Hasan's debut as a film writer/producer and I want to know everything :)
Hello, I'm with Memoria Studio ([https://memoriastudiosproject.com](https://memoriastudiosproject.com/home)), a content creator hub. We mostly work with subtitles and dubbing for various medias like Youtube, TikTok, Instagram, etc. We're currently searching for english native-speaking voice actors to work with a Youtube channel project. If interested, please, send an e-mail with some references or samples to: [contact@memoriastudiosproject.com](mailto:contact@memoriastudiosproject.com) Any questions and details we can discuss in the e-mail or simply arrange a meeting. Best Regards.
4 only. Who are you picking? Right now there are 3 for me and they are Daniel Day-Lewis, Joaquin Phoenix (these 2 are shapeshifters with no one in Hollywood coming close to their abilities and in my opinion the greatest actors ever) and then there is Marlon Brando who is the PIONEER in my opinion. Who are your 4 picks of all time? Would love to know!
Many voice actors these days were inspired to do so by watching anime. While that may help with actual anime gigs, or anime inspired gigs; it seems to be a common problem that a lot of voice actors can’t drop the cadences that come with it. It’s a surprisingly unexpected/underrated talent to speak like a regular person when voice acting. Any exercises or ways you keep yourself polished enough to not slip into the trap of sounding like an anime character? Aside from classes of course, stuff you do at home. For example, some advice I’ve heard was to gain new influences, like watching more movies that aren’t BIG or dynamic. Live action. Anyone have anything they do or keep in mind?
Hey all! Getting ready to submit to agents and could really use some feedback on my cover letter email draft. I'll be attaching my headshot inline to the bottom of the email and also including that I'm seeking rep, along with general demographic info, in the subject line. Thanks! \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Hi \[agent's name\], I noticed that many of your actors book roles on shows that fit my type (e.g. X,X, and X). However, you don’t appear to rep anyone that matches my demographic at the co-star level. I’d love to arrange a meeting to see if we might be a good fit. I’ve been consistently working in indies, shorts, and student films. I also train at \[acting studio\] with \[acting teacher\]. Here is my demo reel: \[link\] The rest of my materials are in my Actor’s Access Profile linked below. Thank you! \[my name\] Actor’s Access Profile \[link\] IMDB \[link\]
Howdy. I’m an aspiring actor/writer/comedian. I’m a 17 year old kid from a tiny town in Montana where there is very little acting outside of high school and community theater. Anyway, I want to be an actor professionally. Because I also want to get into writing and comedy, my family and other theater people I’ve spoken to recommend that when I’m ready, making the move to Chicago. If I were to get to the point of needing/having an agent, would they submit me to all movie/tv opportunities available in LA or NY for example? That way I don’t have to live in either one?
I use to be with this new agency, I dont know how but she gets new actors seen. Not only that, but within five years, she opened SAG offices in LA & ATL. I left her for a more well known agency. This agency has actors as leads on shows. At first they were getting me weekly auditions, but then it just stopped. I haven't gotten an audition in a month. I signed an 18 month contract..I know its breakable but I want to wait at-least a year before I leave...but wow, I wanted everything to join this agency..I don't want to give the whole story, but I paid a manager $1800+ because he is connected with this agent and I thought he could help me get signed with them...after I was dropped by this manager I ended up getting with them on my own..the irony. but still..let this be a lesson..dont assume the top agent will be the end-all be all...if you are content with you little agency...stick with them and grow together.
Do you know any acting agencies based in the US (preferably NY or LA market) that are specialized in representing foreign actors or do you have experience with any of them?
Genuinely wondering, if a male was to go into pornography, would it hinder his ability to get roles as an actual actor despite him being a good one?
Hey everyone, been in this sub a few months but this is my first post. Since convincing myself I have what it takes to be a voice actor, I've gotten all the equipment I need for my starter setup, with the intention of getting started on sites like Fiverr and ACX. My supportive fiancée works for an eye doctor, and has talked me up to her boss, who's been wanting to do some promo for the business. We're in talks to produce a commercial, and I feel like being THE voice of [local business redacted] might make me look attractive to other local businesses needing voice work that's not too costly. The commercial is holiday themed, however, so I have a bit of time to get more comfortable recording myself in my closet booth at home. Before we proceed with the commercial, the client wants me to come up with a fair price for recording four answering machine messages for the store. We haven't discussed yet exactly how he wants it recorded, and I've offered to record at the store directly if that's the easiest solution. I'm not sure if anyone here has done similar work, but what might be a fair rate or range for a new voice actor per message? While I'm new to voice acting, I have experience acting, singing, and public speaking dating back to childhood. But since I'm just getting my technical/editing skills up to speed, I'm willing to humble myself to get my foot in the door. Would $10 per voice-mail seem fair to both myself and the client, starting out? Am I low balling? I'm open to any and all suggestions, thanks.
Hi there! I'm a trained actor and the one aspect that has alluded to me was pure, unadulterated confidence in oneself and how one uses their body. I've tried a lot of things but it hasn't worked. I kept trying to shape myself into something that I clearly am not and I think it has affected the way people see me. To this day I'm not even sure how I got an agent or how I got into college. I'm on the autistic spectrum so that's one explanation, but I know a lot of people on the spectrum that are able to get along with people and with their own bodies (on the surface). I feel like if I let go of my own worries about how I look or how people think of me or how my body moves, then it could possibly save my career in the long run. I care very deeply about the craft, but my own lack of confidence and faith in my abilities is what is forever holding me back. It's an endless cycle that I know I can break out of it but it's a lot harder than it seems. I've given myself a year to truly remove any and all anxiety and self-doubt when performing or auditioning and accept all of my faults. Has anyone had that and how did you overcome it?
I've been reviewing a lot of auditions lately, and I've noticed that the self-tapes that are a little more "produced" (simple light, microphone, clear backdrop, etc.) feel so much more effective than the badly lit ones with bad audio and a cluttered background. I know they *shouldn't*. I consciously remind myself to evaluate the performance, not the appearance of the footage. But I can't help but admit that it really helps with *focusing* on that performance. Clear audio helps me hear the details in the voice (instead of the reverb of their room), lighting helps me see the shape of their face and nuance of expression, and a simple background helps me focus on what the actor is doing. The clarity just helps you make a bigger impact with your performance. It doesn't have to be anything fancy. A phone with a basic lav mic, a wall or sheet behind you, and a cheap lamp off to the side can give your performance a little boost over a lot of other tapes the casting director might be seeing. Anyway, was just thinking of that and thought I'd pass it along. Hope it helps!
Hi everyone. Would love some advice from other actors in Sydney on whether or not MCTV Agency in Sydney is a scam and whether it is a good agency to work with for actors. I'm new to Sydney so I'm not really sure and from my google research, majority of the reviews are about employees in the agency itself so it wasnt very clear. Theres also a fee of $240 for two years which is a pretty big sum of money. According to the email, this fee includes all the photographs I need as well as my online profile for two years. Is this alot or is this the usual amount to be paid. Would love some advice, thank you all for your time!
Just curious for all my NYC actors - has anyone taken a class with James Ciccone?
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