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Any links or tips for how to sound like male anime characters as a female? by Repootis • last post Nov 19th
If anyone has any links or tips to help with voice acting as male characters in anime for females, that’d be appreciated :) I really want to get into voice acting but I can’t find any good sources or tips to help me sound more male like even tho my voice is already quite masculine but not the way that I like. I’ve researched but all I found was how to sound like female characters as a male. I want to be like Killua’s voice actor(JP) Examples such as: Killua, Ray(TPN)HuaCheng, GuanYue, Levi Ackerman, etc
Why do you guys say "do indie films" when the vast majority of any halfway-decent project goest through agents & managers? by dogsarecool1800 • last post Nov 19th
i just feel like people try to make this a science, when it's really a lottery. we want to feel in control of our careers, so we like to think that the things we do on our own actually amounts to something tangible. but I keep seeing people say "do indie films".... any "indie film" that is even remotely a halfway quality project is going to be released via breakdowns for agents & managers to submit to. which again, is out of our control. any producer not doing it that way doesn't really know what they're doing / and most likely not operating on a professional level. backstage is garbage and casting networks is background and low budget commercial crap. actors access is the only legitimate resource, and even that, on the actor's side, is mostly student films. so where are these "indies that I should be doing" that you all speak of? and outside of taking classes and making your own stuff (because i do not believe expensive CD workshops or even Rep workshops are legitimate, i think they are a money grab from industry people that have no integrity), what else can an actor really do? reading plays and watching movies all day certainly isn't going to pay my bills. I just would really like to know, once and for all, what the hell you people mean what you say "treat it like a business"? cause the only thing that really amounts to progress for me, is doing the auditions my reps send me.... and that's it. and that's just a waiting game, as we all know.
Looking for advice by cheekysantos • last post Nov 19th
Long time lurker of this sub and have something that I would love to maybe get a different perspective on if at all possible from yall who participate in this great sub. Had a manager who got terminated from her company for reasons I won’t get into, she was great when I was with her! Booked two co-stars with them for major networks this year and also have an independent film that I starred in that should be coming out very soon. I guess I am now in the hunt for a new rep and I’m finding myself being so lost. I got agent blasters on a whim and have gotten a couple interests from that from some cool and not so cool companies, have been doing a bunch of cold emails to different reps from actors who have booked shows that I’ve auditioned for and so on and so on. I really just want sone advice on how to best handle these kinds of situations, I guess it’s the unknown and want some success stories or maybe even the story of someone just hitting the wall. Thanks!
Hello There! I'm currently studying for my Bachelor degree and I'm looking for voice actors to interview! by BanquoBrando • last post Nov 19th
Hi, my name is Oskar and I'm currently studying for my Bachelor degree in sound and music production at Dalarna University in Sweden. I'm currently writing my bachelor thesis which is going to be about how voice actors got affected by the pandemic and if those effects can still be seen. I’ve chosen to go right to the source and I want to interview voice actors and ask them about their experiences. So if you have some extra time in the next few days (Sunday to Tuesday) and want to be a part of this thesis then just message me here on reddit or write in the comments down below. The interview will be around 10 minutes but it can be a bit longer than that as well. The interview will most likely be on zoom but if you want to use any other program like Discord or Teams that works just as fine. Your participation will be anonymous and you can, if you want to, end the interview whenever you want to. I will also ask, at the start of the interview, if it's alright to screen record the interview so I can transcribe it and use it for my thesis. The recording will not be posted anywhere and will be deleted right after the thesis is handed in for examination. However if you don't want to be recorded then nothing will be filmed. Thank you for reading and hope you have a great day!
I'm tired of idiots giving me advice on this sub. Are there any working professionals that I can ask some questions from privately? by dogsarecool1800 • last post Nov 19th
I'm a fully repped union actor in a major market, I've had about 165 theatrical auditions for co-star & above for network/streaming shows and some films in the last 3 years. I've read for 68 major CD offices with 33 offices giving me repeats, some at 3/4/5/6/7/8/9 and one at 12. I've been pinned 7 times in the last 18 months. I still feel like i'm missing some fundamentals in terms of how to navigate this career. I have a lot of training under my belt but I haven't been in a class in a while due to financial issues / jobs that don't allow me to maintain other commitments. I don't have a professional network established yet. I have some actor friends on my level, sure, but most are not even where I'm at yet, and I lack experienced professionals to ask serious questions and take council with that could actually help me in any intelligent, meaningful way. Every time i post a question on this sub it's always, always answered by arrogant, cocky young kids that don't know what they're talking about, trying to punch down and giving useless answers, and I can't afford a career consult with anybody halfway legitimate because their rates are just grotesquely expensive. If any actual working professionals with integrity exist on this sub, I'd love to connect privately and ask you some questions about my situation / materials / where I'm at in my journey, and figure out perhaps what I can do to take my career to the next level. Thank you.
Things to do before by HeadSoftware265 • last post Nov 19th
I am a beginning actor(27F) with classes starting in January and headshots booked for February. I was wondering if there was anything I could do before the classes, books I could read, things I could watch, anything to help me prepare? I would really appreciate any help! I’m really wanting to dive into acting headfirst!
Does anyone hate improv? by seneca1996 • last post Nov 19th
UK theatre actor here. I was talking with another actor about improv and how much I disliked it in the rehearsal room. She seemed a bit dismayed at this and this not being someone I had worked with before, I felt that she was judging me and silently thought I was less 'free' and probably lesser as an actor. Personally, I find the opposite to be true, that I am never freer to let loose than when working within the guardrails of a script, agreed blocking etc. To be clear I mean this as an exercise in the rehearsal room. In the hands of gifted performers in front of a live audience as an end product in itself, improv is great. I just really don't enjoy it but I'm thinking maybe she is right. I admire those who can throw themselves into it like that, especially when it's early in the rehearsal process when your fellow actors have yet to get a sense of each other 'on stage'. If I can hold back and avoid it, I almost always will. If it's compulsory I will try and throw myself in the best I can but with a cold sweat. I find it becomes about \*my\* thoughts, \*my\* instincts and intentions in \*my\* world, not that of the character. It becomes me the performer with the intention 'oh s\*\*t what on earth am I going to say next?' I personally became an actor because I like having someone else tell me what to say, or if it is my own words, that I've had the time to think about them ahead of time. I just don't find it to be particularly useful especially when you're not in a devising scenario, but maybe that's an excuse because I don't have the talent I think I do. Are there any other working actors out there who feel the fear when called to do improv in the rehearsal room?
Question for Actors??? (Follow up to yesterdays) by TheWorkingActor_xyz • last post Nov 19th
Thanks for all the responses! Here's a follow up to the question I posed yesterday. **What does realizing your dreams look like to you as an actor?**
TV Pilot - Funding by BrandonMichaelMaddox • last post Nov 19th
Hello! For a bit I’ve had an idea for a show, I took that idea and had been working on the script for several years. Very recently a friend of mine got me in contact with the right people and we are going ahead and making a pilot for the show! Making a pilot does get pricey so I’m sending this link around to a GoFundMe. We are looking to raise 1,500 dollars to help with production, sets and crew. Any amount helps and if you’re not able to donate I hope you can at least share this around so we can create this pilot! Thank you! P.S. If you have any questions about the series or are interesting we are open to hearing from actors and seeing who we can use in the pilot when we make it! https://www.gofundme.com/f/maddox-tv-series-pilot
Finally have a reel to submit for representation. by joshmyra • last post Nov 19th
How should I go about creating a resume for myself a fairly new VO actor with limited experience? I’ve been doing a recruiting role for a Spider-Man web series as Scorpion villain but that’s about it in terms of VO experience. I’ve been a background actor for the past 4 years. But that doesn’t really help in terms of VO do you think? I’m open to any and all pointers.
CASTING CALL - Romantic Visual Novel - 7 PAID Roles by obbets • last post Nov 19th
Hi everyone! Moirai Myths is a small but dedicated indie game studio, currently working on their first game, The Good People or Na Daoine Maithe. It is a romance and adventure-oriented visual novel set in mid 19th century Ireland. They are seeking voice actors for their six love interests (2 male, 2 female, 2 nonbinary), as well as an Irish speaker for the pronunciation guide. Please note that all characters speak with an Irish accent. ABOUT THE GAME: The story begins when the player character is lured into Tír na nÓg, the Celtic Otherworld, after being robbed of their family’s personal valuables. In order to return home, you must team up with one of six available allies who are willing to assist in your escape. Well, for a cost… They have a FREE, 3 hour demo available on itch.io and steam! Pay is $3 per line, which generally tend to be about 20 words. The full project depends on the Kickstarter being funded, but all promotional work done before this will still be paid. Find the casting call with further information about the roles, the game, the rates and how to apply here: https://t.co/kdwicwKhpy Link to their website: https://moiraimyths.com/tgp Link to their Kickstarter pre-launch page: https://t.co/5O8OI1TuLD Deadline for applications is the end of November! Good luck
Creating a media for actors : any ideas ? by Guillaume_Gregson • last post Nov 18th
Hi everyone, I studied journalism and I'm trying to become a photographer specialized in actors headshots. To try to get awareness around my website, I thought of creating a media to promote young actors from my country (Belgium) by interviewing them. Right now, before choosing the media type (blog article, podcasts, etc.), I would like to know what would make this media interesting for young actors and/or casting agencies. Do you watch/listen/read any media that gives you pieces of advice for an actor career ? Or do you think it be completely pointless since actors and casting agencies are contacting each other directly ? Thanks !
Day job hours for film actors by PortrayalBeing • last post Nov 18th
For film actors, what would you say are the best hours to work for your day job? I’m trying to set myself up to be able to begin pursuing acting as a career but was looking for some insight from people who are currently doing it. Thanks!
Question for Actors at any level??? by TheWorkingActor_xyz • last post Nov 18th
What do you think some of your biggest frustrations are related to being an actor or trying to be an actor?
What exactly IS a line? by RyanNSP • last post Nov 18th
Hey guys, just a quick question: When a rate is $_ per line, what exactly does a "line" refer to? Is it a sentence? An instance of a character speaking? Or is it more like a poem, where literally each "line" of text would count, regardless of number of sentences? I had mostly been operating under the last example, but I figure it's time I found out for sure. Thank you so much! I want to pay my actors (and get paid!) appropriately!
Christoween® Aspiring Voice Actor submissions 2022: Week 7 - by sdbatman66 • last post Nov 18th
What keeps you going as an actor? by Michael_Chlebowski • last post Nov 18th
I will start with that just the fact that I can learn new skills, explore myself, experience being in another world and being able to share it with family and friends these are the things that make it worth it even if the journey will be long. What about you?
Advice to beginner/intermediate actors by GoldRoad96 • last post Nov 18th
Hi everyone! I've been acting for the past 8 years and have been a professional actor in Los Angeles for the past 3 years. I'd like to offer two pieces of advice for beginner/intermediate actors: **First** \- DON'T submit for unpaid work! During my first year in Los Angeles, I would submit to every single unpaid and paid job I could find on Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access and Casting Frontier. This would take me 2.5 hours EVERY SINGLE DAY. I would receive tons of auditions every week that I would have to forfeit auditions that didn't seem worth my time. After a year of doing this I thought - "What the Hell? This is such a waste of time. I'm spending hours submitting for auditions and when I finally get them, I don't have enough time to do them all. There has to be a better way." That BETTER way was no longer submitting for unpaid work. This allowed me to only invest 1 hour each day submitting for jobs & although I'd receive less auditions each week, the auditions I would get would have better writing, more professional crew members and better production value. My advice to beginner actors is to never submit for unpaid work, even if you've never acted in your life. You will get tons of opportunities from paid student films, short films, feature films, independent films, commercials, voiceovers and print work that the unpaid opportunities are really not worth your time. **Second** \- TRIM your resumes! I went to an agent/manager showcase several months ago and one agent said this: "When I'm looking at an actor's resume or IMDb page and they have 15, 20 or 25 film/TV credits that are all unrecognizable, I immediately think of them as an amateur. It makes me think they can't do anything other than crappy student films. If you guys only have unrecognizable credits on your resumes, I recommend you trim your credits down to less than 10 projects. This allows me to view you as an actor who's just starting out in the business but has paid their dues with a few lesser-known projects and is now prepared to make the jump up to better work." Literally all of the other agents and managers agreed with her insight. At the time, I had 16 unrecognizable credits on my resume. I trimmed my official resume and all my online casting resumes down to the 9 credits that were already on my IMDb page. Case in point: IMDb: [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11795328/](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11795328/) Casting Networks: [https://app.castingnetworks.com/talent/public-profile/94018116-cb15-11eb-87ba-ed5f29d03030](https://app.castingnetworks.com/talent/public-profile/94018116-cb15-11eb-87ba-ed5f29d03030) Actors Access: [https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/PhillipIsaacson](https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/PhillipIsaacson) Let me know what you guys think of my advice!
Rest in peace. by robertwatkins2355 • last post Nov 18th
Idk if there was a post on here but I feel it’s only right to post it on a voice acting subreddit. Rest in peace Kevin Conroy. A great human. A great voice actor. He isn’t my Batman. He IS batman. You’ll forever be missed Kevin.
should I join the union? by Bacon_Brown97 • last post Nov 18th
Hey everyone, I'm in an interesting position. I'm not a union actor, don't have any representation, nor do I have any formal training. BUT. I've been doing acting work casually for the last few years. Mostly background work, student short films, commercials and online spots. But over the summer I got a role on a union broadcast TV show! I was a credited principal character! I had a trailer and everything! It was an awesome experience and payed shockingly well for 2 days of shooting. I want to start taking the next steps to pursuing acting more seriously. So my question is this, should I join the union now that I am qualified and seek representation to reach the "next level" of my career. OR should I hold off and continue to find smaller non-union jobs via the casting call/actors databases I'm already in to build up my resume and Demo reel?