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Bitter Actor Syndrome - The Most Uncastable Quality is Not Talentlessness; It's Bitterness. by azthemansays • last post Dec 23rd
Are there any NYC on-camera acting classes that has an emphasis on community building? by leavemealonedoe • last post Dec 23rd
As the title says, I'm coming from a class where every week we would go out for drinks after class and honestly was a bunch of awesome folks just acting and messing around together. Everybody wanted to be an actor and took it seriously, but nobody took themselves that seriously and thats what I'm looking for. I think I got lucky, but have just moved to NYC where I'm trying to find a similar vibe. Anyone have ideas? Tips? Tricks? A community/class reccomendation?
In need of voice actor for new YouTube channel by Beneficial_Estate104 • last post Dec 23rd
I am looking to hire a voice actor for my YouTube channel. The scripts are roughly 500-900 words, and the videos are no longer than 10 minutes (usually 7-8 mins). The scripts are informative and pretty easy to read. Looking to pay for around 10-15 videos as of now. The script should really only need 1 take, and can be done in minutes. What would a fair rate be?
Does anyone have any good self tape equipment they’d recommend for a beginner actor? by Powerful_Network14 • last post Dec 23rd
I had this video forwarded to me by a friend, and I’m looking to buy a good tripod / microphone / light for Christmas so I can start getting myself out there. I’ve seen similar posts, but trying to get a really great, portable, and professional set up to get me started. Would appreciate any kind of Amazon links / recommendations. Thanks so much and happy holidays!
Feedback after a recall by Emergency_Reactor • last post Dec 23rd
Very silly question, but I had a recall for a BBC thing and was told at the end of my audition ' Great Job' from the director. For some reason this has made me so uncomfortable since the recall and I can't get it out of my mind (mostly because when he said it he made sure the room was silent before he spoke). Did he say it because it was like a thanks you did well but the role is not for you, or was it truly a good recall. I know us actors can't handle positive feedback, normally I feel fine after auditions and think nothing of them.... but this has me in my head and I cant figure out why. LOL please share your thoughts or any laughs you may have, all is appreciated.
Where are all the actors with normal bodies? by VandalBK • last post Dec 23rd
It seems like most actor body types are either very fit or very fat. I can’t think of any actors working that are in that slightly chubby/average American body type. The actors i think of who are bigger are all very big (that’s not a judgment, just recognizing that they would have to lose a lot of weight to be considered thin). For example, Josh Gad, Harvey Guillén, Chrissy Metz, Kevin James, Jonah Hill. If you open this up to comedians who act, there’s a bit more leeway but I can’t think of any actors with normal or slightly chubby bodies (let’s say 10-20 pounds overweight). It’s just wild to me, in a culture where so many people are fat, actors are still held to this crazy standard. And it’s not not for sexy leads, it’s like every actor. To make this about me; I like my body. I work out and am active and always striving to do more, but I don’t want a 6 pack and I’m not willing to eat the way I would need to to get achieve those results. I like myself but why do I feel like I’m being pushed to change my body?
Actors who’ve done non-musicals at OSF, Shakespeare in the Park NY, Off-Broadway, Broadway, etc. HOW? by badatdirexons • last post Dec 23rd
Would love to know your journey and any tips you have for people wanting to get on those stages.
How do you maintain a healthy relationship to acting? by badatdirexons • last post Dec 23rd
The title. I feel like the excitement to improve my craft and create art gets overshadowed by the business of acting. So I would love to start some dialogue and hopefully not find out I’m the only one… How do you stay sane when there are so many comparison traps everywhere? How do you stay hopeful when you feel behind your peers or when you feel like you’ll never succeed in the way you want? How do you stay motivated when it feels like no progress is being made? For those who don’t do this as a hobby, how do you handle the push and urgency of showbiz? Would love any and all thoughts on mental health for aspiring working actors. TIA
Posting Auditions After Shows Have Been Released by Ice-Parking • last post Dec 23rd
YouTube recommended a self tape video to me today and it was someone’s tape for a role on Wednesday for Netflix. The top comment was telling the poster to take it down because they heard of casting directors blacklisting actors for posting auditions. In this case though, the character and the auditions scenes (not verbatim but with rewrites) appear in the series that has already been released. Is this still not allowed?
Can any Atlanta Based actors help me with getting an agent in Atlanta? by Proof-Pollution454 • last post Dec 22nd
Hello I’m Atlanta based actor and have extensive theater experience as well professional training and skills. I have gotten on sets , student films, and professional headshots . I submitted to agents but didn’t hear back at all. Are there any professional actors located in Atlanta who could help me with getting an agent ? Please I really need the help
How much can an average actor expect to make? by Positive_Vibez0 • last post Dec 22nd
Whenever I try to search career prospects in acting, I’m bombarded with figures like “there’s only a 1 in a million chance that you’ll make it as an actor” or “you’re more likely to get into Harvard”, etc. I find these very silly and misleading because I doubt that most actors go into it thinking that they’re gonna become the next Leonardo DiCaprio or Meryl Streep. We go into it because we’re passionate about it. That being said, I’m still unsure as to what the average actor can expect to make. Because I’m sure this would vary a lot by location and experience, lets say its someone in a big city like LA or NYC who’s been doing it full time for say 2-3 years, and has had some training (whether it be a conservatory, a BFA/minor in acting, or just local theaters). There’s literally thousands of tv shows and movies being made every year and each of them employ dozens (if not hundreds) of actors. In light of that, I honestly find it hard to believe that making a living via acting is close to impossible as many say. And this is excluding the hundreds of theaters across the country and the thousands of commercials made every year. I’d appreciate any input. Sorry if I come as a bit ignorant. I’m still in college so I don’t fully know what to expect.
Improv vs on camera class by Efficient_Fan_4052 • last post Dec 22nd
I’m a 16 and looking to take a acting class. I’m in the middle of improv or a on camera class for beginners but the improv is way less expensive with more classes. It is also well know(second city) so I don’t know what to choose. Does improv help you as an actor? I just don’t want to waste money on the wrong one.
[Hiring] Looking for a Voice Over talent by kathmom • last post Dec 22nd
Join our fun and exciting team! We run successful YouTube channels in the gaming and animation niches, and we are currently looking to hire skilled voice actors. **Job Role:** Voice-Over Talent **Offer:** $20 - $40 per hour (depending on experience) **Skills and Requirements:** * Must be 18 years or older. * Proven experience as a voice talent for gaming/kids’ animation channels for YouTube. Refer to this short clip to know what type of voice we are looking for: [https://bit.ly/3hz0Y8h](https://bit.ly/3hz0Y8h) * Experience with the Adobe suite of products is desirable: * Premiere Pro (video editing) * Audition (audio recording) * Photoshop (graphic design, etc) * Experience or familiarity with V-Tubers or voice acting in a non-traditional setting is desirable. * Having your own content channel is a huge bonus. (Twitch stream, YouTube channel based around Voiceover, or similar) * A clear understanding of internet culture Please submit your **CV and relevant samples** to [creativehiringforyt@gmail.com](mailto:creativehiringforyt@gmail.com) with a Subject Line - **“Voice Over for YT”**
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Dec 22nd
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. ​ For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
Opinions on Wednesday? by Actingchick1234 • last post Dec 22nd
I am two episodes in and really struggling. Jenna Ortega and Gwendolyn Christie are excellent, but a lot of the other actors seem weak? I get that it’s more campy style and the acting tends to fit that, but the actress playing Enid was fake crying (she was actually supposed to be upset though) and some of these other actors are hokey. I can’t tell if their acting is bad or it’s just the bad script making it hard for them to work with. The script tends to “tell” instead of “show” the audience, and it feels like it’s forcing itself to be very Gen Z. Maybe I should just accept that it’s not made for me (late twenties)? I just feel like modern media could be more elevated. Why are the characters calling people normies and talking about tik tok… What are your opinions? I really wanted to like it.
Voice Actor Alan Lee Discusses Meeting Matt Mercer and VA Roles as Kohaku, Suiryu, and Ledo During a Panel by vrlndr • last post Dec 22nd
As a buyer of an unprofessional gig, what's the proper way to convey what I want? by TheLongWalkUpTheHill • last post Dec 22nd
tw: Fiverr discussion Hi, buyer here, not a voice actor. I've selected a voice actor for a basic Fiverr gig to say how ever so many words. After purchase, I'm presented with 3 fields. One for the script, one for clarifying pronunciations, and one for clarifying tone & pitch. I could ask them what they prefer each and every time I hire someone for something small, and I just might. But I thought it wouldn't hurt to get more opinions. As a voice actor, would you rather receive directions like `[Medium-pitch throughout]` `Line 3 [snippet of line]: Tone directions here` `Line 4 [snippet of line]: Different tone directions here` `Lines 5-6 [snippet; snippet]: Totally different directions here` or the entire script, copied and pasted again, with directions above each line? `[Middle-pitch throughout]` `[Tone directions here]` `<Line 3 here>` `[Different tone directions here]` `<Line 4 here>` `[Totally different directions here]` `<Line 5 here>` `[The previous directions copied and pasted]` `<Line 6 here>` Or something totally different? I was shocked when I found out movie scripts usually leave it to interpretation. If and when I don't wildly change the intended tone between lines, that's no big deal, and I know my voice actor is not stupid. I understand that I'm overthinking it big time. I'm just trying to be courteous here, and of course minimize revisions. I would love to know your thoughts. Thanks.
Any podcast episodes you guys recommend that detail a successful actor's journey into breaking into the industry? by Shinxwanted • last post Dec 22nd
Going on a long drive today and would love to have something that keeps me entertained so I was wondering if you guys know any podcast episodes that detail an actor's journey into breaking in the industry? I was a fan of Jenna Fischer's book and looking for similar vibes.
Random question by Secret-Conflict-6617 • last post Dec 22nd
This is something that always come to mind when actors either film a show in another country or state they aren’t from. Is housing provided to actors if they are either apart of the main cast or main role in a movie. How does that work? Do they get payed as they work?