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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?
Background acting in LA by PuzzleheadedHeron670 • last post Dec 21st
I have been working as a background actress for mostly TV on streaming platforms-and network shows for about 3 months My question to those who have been working as principle / guest star roles is or anyone in the industry is - is this work productive and profitable as an un-represented theatrical actress I have been studying technique for years.. I feel happy to be on set again but feel I still have so much work to get to the other side and use my voice and talents as an actress… but I’m happy to be there and observing the process.
How actually useful is it to get the Steve Blum course in actually putting into practice what you learn in it? by Terrnicator • last post Dec 21st
I have always wanted to be voice actor Since freshman year of Highschool And I still do so now And yet, the stuff I’ve seen of what you pay money for felt more like a podcast rather than a proper course I love Steve Blum’s work, and yet, i didn’t the impression that this was an actually useful course, and not a podcast like talk As I don’t own the membership, some advice on where to get started, or if this membership really is great and should go along with it
Toronto-based Actors, avoid PartyInThe6ix and Tevya Heller! by shaftedd • last post Dec 21st
Tevya Heller and others working on an upcoming project ‘ PartyInThe6ix ‘ utilize a lot of the popular sites for new actors (such as Mandy, Backstage, etc.) to reach out to them and invite them to audition for a hosting role. He promises a large salary and the role does seem very appealing; however, you very likely will not be auditioning for a hosting role and will be used to promote the show. Recently, I showed up to the dance club where the audition was held. The format was to be a mock-hosting of a dance party. Around 80 young people showed up and were waiting in line for their chance to show their hosting skills and their charisma. Of those ~80, only myself and 4 others were pre-selected to have a hosting audition and pulled out of line to be prepped for the audition. Everyone else not selected served as background dancers and was not remotely considered for a hosting role. He had the 5 of us selected introduce a DJ, the show, and ourselves while everyone else danced behind us. It was bizarre and clearly a ploy to grab good promotional footage as the entire event was recorded by several cameramen. Moreover, a promotional video was uploaded to a PartyInThe6ix Instagram account prominently featuring myself and some of the others selected to host without our permission. I requested it be removed and he very grudgingly did remove it (with a lot of hostility via email) but it confirmed my suspicion at the time that if invited to a PartyInThe6ix audition, you are being taken advantage of. TLDR: PartyInThe6ix audition invitations are a ploy to take advantage of young and new actors for promotional material for Tevya’s new show.
Help deciding where to go by Abstract_Corduroy74 • last post Dec 21st
Hello everyone. I want to get out of my small town in the Midwest and move to a larger city (not New York or Los Angeles) where there is far more opportunity for actors. I'm thinking a city where there is a great regional theatre market. But the thing is, I don't know how to choose or find what city I want to move to to try to get my start. Do you guys have any advice for me? If you guys have any info, do you know what cities have great regional markets? Thanks everyone!
Should I Even Bother? by TomDuBois2002 • last post Dec 21st
I have an audition for an AEA theater company coming in January. I am looking forward to it as this could be my first experience in a Unionized theatre. That is, I was excited until I read their website. I am very supportive of diversity in the workplace. The only problem I have is with people who only hire off diversity and not experience or merit. Judging by their website, this is a company that seems to value diversity first and merit last. They end their "About Us" post with "Black Lives Matter". Usually, this means that they hire people of color before anyone else. I'm a non-union actor who is as white as drywall, with no formal experience to my name. They confirmed I'm on the wait list and my audition dates are also confirmed once I send my vaccine card, but should I even go? What's the point? They'll know I'm straight and white, they already know I'm not in a union, and they'll most definitely know that I've never had real paying theatre experience. Why should I even bother? Might as well let the POC's have it.
David Foster Wallace Narration by paintintoacorner • last post Dec 21st
I am a voice actor and huge literary fan. Here is a narration of my favorite David Foster Wallace short story, Forever Overhead. Just for enjoyment! https://youtu.be/oFp0tPC-guk
When is it "peak" season? by NadineRafael • last post Dec 21st
So, i started self submitting about 4 weeks ago, on both backstage and Actors access (actors access I started about 2 weeks ago I think). I don't have much experience, aside from doing theater when i was a child, and then reality later on after i turned 18.. i am 27 now. I have been called for about 6 auditions on backstage, and 2 on AA, which is pretty good for me given that i don't have any professional headshots yet (going to get some around the 1st) another one felt that i was too young for the role i submitted on, but had another one in mind in a future project, so interesting if he reaches back out. When is it peak season in the film industry? Also, would you recommend putting up monologues on AA given that i don't have a reel, or nothing at all? I am literally submitting to anything i can as far as roles go, lead and supporting and day player, student films, short films, etc. Also, i have looked at taking classes at Grahamshiels studios, anyone been there and did you like it? Right now i am doing the auditioning as training. I really don't expect to get any callbacks, but it's interesting to try the whole process, and i see it as a learning journey. Thanks!