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What’s the best place to live for actors? by flyingnxmbus • last post Nov 8th
Im pretty sure I know the obvious answer, but in curious to hear the why’s and alternatives aswell. Please share your opinion, thank you!
Actors access- reels vs. clips by Sedones • last post Nov 8th
If a breakdown is asking for my singing reel, should I pay for and upload an entire reel to the submission or are multiple individual clips ok? Is there a difference on their end with a reel and multiple clips? Thanks!
The voice actor dilemma - A question by Dracomies • last post Nov 8th
Hi there! Wanted to ask a fun question here :P Let’s say you currently have a middle tier microphone and you want to take it to the last and final step. You’re in a unfortunate or fortunate situation of being able to purchase only one industry-standard level microphone or equivalent. Only one. For the sake of simplicity let's just say you have everything else, ie a perfectly treated booth, training, an interface, etc. But you're looking to take your microphone to the final step. Do you go with what’s proven and go with an industry standard, ie the TLM 103 or the MKH 416. ie microphones that studios throughout the world use and understand (As an example major anime studios are using TLM 103 for character work and the Sennheiser MKH 416 is synonymous with commercial work) Or…. Do you go with the microphone called XYZ, that no one has ever heard of — that fits your voice perfectly. You can only afford 1 microphone. And you can get an industry standard microphone or equivalent. Or you can buy the microphone that no one has ever heard of that fits your voice perfectly. What do you choose? For the sake of simplicity and to remove the “oh but what about your space and acoustics” – let’s just assume you have a perfectly treated space, you have enough training And it’s all down to 1 mic. What do you choose?
Visa for actor? by SwimGood22 • last post Nov 8th
Hi all, Talking with an agent at UTA for an actor in a short film. While they’re rep’d by their agent in the U.S., they actually live in London. Their agent shared they don’t have a visa and asked if production company would be able to cover it. Our shoot will be 2 days in New York next year. They are a very successful talent, so approval with being exceptional in the arts and recognized is no issue at all. 1.) What Visa type will they need? O-1B? 2.) For this type of Visa, what is the fee? 3.) Will we need to consult with an immigration attorney or any other personnel outside of the standard paperwork and application fee?
Looking for a voice actor by alpha25y • last post Nov 8th
Hi, I'm looking for a voice actor for my youtube channel. male/female all welcomed I'm working on a movie recap script for my new video, and I need someone with a nice voice to do the voice-over for me. You'll be paid and I'll give feedback as well. Price, around $20. Thank you, and send links to your work or portfolios.
UK actors, what does it mean to be an equity member? by alleglorys7 • last post Nov 8th
I just got approved for a membership and I’d like to know what kind of advantages it comes with?
Struggling with thought of having a serious acting career but wanting to pursue music at the same time. by jelly_jellooooo • last post Nov 8th
I have to is burning desire and passion for both music and acting and want to be taken seriously in both sectors of my career (wanting to be more acting focus) . I’m worried people won’t take me seriously as an actor if I pursue music simultaneously.
Looking for Voice Actors by Revolutionary-Mix430 • last post Nov 8th
Looking for Voice actor to narrate movie summaries for a Youtube Channrl. :) Would like to give you a small paragraph to sample so we can see of you match what we need. DM me for more details.
Is there a paid service which helps actors find representation? by Effective-Donut-7500 • last post Nov 8th
Like a service which submits for you, follows up, etc...
Actors who struggle with accents, how do you learn them? by monsow • last post Nov 8th
I struggle with accents a LOT. I'm currently paying for private classes which are really helping, but they are incredibly expensive. I've tried most of methods of learning on my own, such as shadowing, recording and listening, etc. The problem is, I simply cannot hear whether I do something right or wrong so working on my own isn't very helpful. Was wondering if anyone has been in a similar situation and has any advice?
Close to giving up with this, literally getting nowhere. by bustergaming777 • last post Nov 8th
Sorry for sounding like a wet wipe, I just feel like this is the best place to share my thoughts. I’m a white 30m from the UK, I have an agent who as far as I know regularly submits me for work, have an up to date showreel and recently got new headshots. However I am literally getting nothing at all come through, I look on Twitter and there are always posts of actor from different agencies getting regular self tape requests from well known CDs and it makes me feel like I’m not doing enough. I’m trying to think maybe I need a new agent or reach out to CDs myself. My current agent as far as I know just submits me, other than that we never really communicate. I also make my own work and have produced two short films and writing another. Just no idea what else I could do.
Has anyone noticed the amount of UGC castings on Backstage? by dragonburger • last post Nov 8th
I was going through Backstage and the ratio to actual film/tv/theater projects to UGC (or User Generated Content advertising) notices is staggering. I get that social media advertising is a cash cow for many, but they usually are exclusively Non-Union and some of them even require you to shoot most of the material yourself. So I guess on top of acting we all need to be cinematographers now
Going to be an extra for the first time ever! by Imaginary-Border1531 • last post Nov 7th
So, I’m new here. I’ve done a little reading on this sub and it’s been so helpful and informative. I’ve always dreamed of being an actor, but circumstances just didn’t allow it. However, I applied to be an extra on the movie The Bikeriders, filming in Ohio. I was so excited when they said yes! I’m a little nervous, this being my first time on a movie set. Any advice? Also, I applied through a post I saw on the D. Lynn Meyers Casting Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/LynnMeyersCasting Just want to make sure this is legit? All of the correspondence has been super professional and looks legit. But this being my first time, I’d want to make sure. TIA!
Should you go to film school? by hungryBOT_ • last post Nov 7th
Aloha peeps!
Are these "not booking, I help actors book role after role with my masterclass" coaches legit or fake? by Pearlsgalore • last post Nov 7th
I see this all the time where coaches claim they have the secret to get you booking auditions, but I've heard mixed things about this... For example, Actor A gets auditions through his agent, he just hasn't booked yet because he has a very unique look that CDs are trying to fit perfectly into a role. Actor A auditions and books the role after taking the class, so the coach claims it was him that got him booked when it might have just been a coincidence and he would have booked it anyway. On the other hand, I have no doubt some coaches really push actors to do the best performance they can, but I also know as someone who's been in the industry for a long time that you can have an outstanding performance, but that still doesn't get you the role because there are so many factors that are out of your control like height, hair color, weight, etc. Sometimes also how you look alongside the person that was cast as your love interest or family member, and you have to look like you believably are related to them. I personally have studied with a lot of acting coaches who seem to piggyback on the success of other actors, and they make it seem like it was their coaching, but one time this one guy (can't say name), said he taught this one actor who later booked a guest star role on a major show. I had said actor on Facebook and asked him out of curiosity and he said he didn't like acting coach and was confused why he was claiming it was because of the class he booked it. The actor said the audition he related to a lot and he was able to bring out a ton of emotion due to a past experience and booked it that way. He also said he didn't believe a lot of the acting coaches advice was completely accurate and had studied with way better coaches after. Just looking for opinions here because I feel it's hard to tell, but anyone have any insight on these? I also know actors who have spent hundreds on acting coaches who had showcases of people booking co star and guest star roles on shows, but then the person didn't book anything after taking their class and stopped taking it, to then book a co star role on their own a year later. Edit: in the title, it meant to say "not booking?"
Two questions by JellyfishField88 • last post Nov 7th
So ive been trying to amp up my resume to get the best of my casting but have to add skills of mine, of course i have plenty of skills but do not know which to add for acting & filming. Which skills are important to have and which skills arent? I’m also a tiktok influencer and love to post on social media, i play in esports and im an actor, i see everyone in social media with a business email and i was wondering where about to get one and what should my domain/ email be or say ?
Anyone have a link to the 14-17 year olds sexual harassment training? by Garyyyyy23678999654 • last post Nov 7th
Applying for an actors permit and I can’t find the link
For the first time, I got my part cut from a script by jorleeduf • last post Nov 7th
I booked a small part in a movie with an A-list actor, I was going to be traveling tomorrow for filming, and I got a message from my agents a few hours ago saying that casting informed them my part was cut from the script. :/ Sucks. Oh well… I guess that happens in this industry. Life goes on
[Hiring] Looking for voice actor to do voice over for video by CryptoMrWhale • last post Nov 7th
Hello folks! Looking for a beginner or experienced voice actor to do a voice over for me. I’m working on a video project for work, and my voice isn’t the best. I will pay, and give you feedback as well! Thank you! Please send over links to some of your work!
What is the name of the actor who played the cat?? by thatboybee • last post Nov 7th
Listen, I know this may sound crazy, but I want to know what the name of Mustache's actor is. Does **ANYONE** happen to know the name of this cat? It isn't in the credits of the movie, I can't find her on any animal actor websites, and I just want to know what the name of this cat is. **PLEASE**!!