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Looking for voice actors (Hiring) by Active_Translator_61 • last post Aug 20th
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.
Who is on your Mt Rushmore of greatest actors of all time? by Hot-Space8691 • last post Aug 20th
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!
What’re some good tips to NOT sound like an anime character? by TheShockVox • last post Aug 20th
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?
Feedback on Agent Submission Email by lmw1496 • last post Aug 20th
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 \[link\]
Do agencies submit you all over the place? I’m not entirely clear. by AlexanderBlaide • last post Aug 20th
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?
Not a joke question: Could a male pornstar cross over into acting successfully? by the-_-insider • last post Aug 19th
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?
How much should I charge for my first paid voice gig, when my equipment might not be needed? by MidasWhale901 • last post Aug 19th
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.
How do you become comfortable with yourself by ItsJustRoy22 • last post Aug 19th
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?
Self-tape tip (from the casting side) by taggwest • last post Aug 19th
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!
Need Advice from Actors in Sydney about MCTV. by genevieve1408 • last post Aug 19th
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!
James Ciccone Class NY by ActorWriter24 • last post Aug 19th
Just curious for all my NYC actors - has anyone taken a class with James Ciccone?
What should go into a one man show? by AlexanderBlaide • last post Aug 19th
I’m 17, almost 18 and going into my senior year of high school. I’ve been involved in theater all the years of high school and helped out with independent theater productions outside of school. I’ve gone from being “older sister’s brother” to my own person with my own identity. Anyway, signing up for theater as a freshman more or less changed my life. It’s made me realize what I want to do as a career and gave me the confidence to be in front of people as an actor, comedian, and singer. It’s made me realize how to improve my writing, both on and off the stage. I’m figuring out college stuff and I want to write a one man show about these last four years and how I went from someone who was more or less lost in his own world to someone who has a goal. What would be important to add?
Figuring out type by NervousCourage6301 • last post Aug 19th
Hello! I am an actor who’s making the move from New York to LA in the upcoming weeks. I have a commercial agent and I’m currently seeking theatrical representation. I’m nonunion but working towards eligibility as well as have extensive training in TV/film and multiple short film credits. When I have been struggling with for a while is my type. I am not sure exactly where I fit in, and at times I think I fit in multiple categories. I thought it would be a good idea to receive the opinion of strangers in the business to get an objective opinion on what I would be. I’ll attach some headshots and reel clips. Some more information that I think would be helpful: I’m an old soul for my age, confident yet reserved (but not shy), mature and organically speak in an American Standard dialect. I’ve been told that I am sweet, kind, passionate and emotionally strong. I appreciate any feedback!
I got more auditions with my smaller new agent than I do currently with my top agent by MaveInfinite • last post Aug 19th
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.
Agencies specialized in representing foreign actors by Opening-Race6586 • last post Aug 19th
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?
Is it necessary to take classes before getting into voice acting? by Vixpluto • last post Aug 18th
Do I have to take classes to become a voice actor?
Instagram account reached out, best response? by Athena_07_ • last post Aug 18th
Ok so an Instagram account called Urban Art House Films just reached out to me, and I don't know what to say. I don't really know why, as I only have one thing on my account that signals that I am interested in acting(im private), and it has to do with the school I'm attending. I have no pictures of myself on there, and there is literally no reason why something like this would reach out to me, but here we are. I feel like I am definitely overreacting, as all they said was "are you an actor?", but I still feel like there could be a chance for me to take my first step in my acting career, but once again I'm most likely getting ahead of myself, and they probably saw the emoji (
Starting an instagram acting account with social media anxiety by glamatovic • last post Aug 18th
So, I'm 20 and just finished theater conservatory, I've had a lot of anxiety in what comes to social media (except for twitter and reddit), and to this point never had an instagram account, the problem is that unfortunuately at this industry anyone without instagram account is kinda doomed to fail (so far haven't met any other actors without an instagram account). So anyway tldr I'm looking for tips on how to start a pro instgram account with social media anxiety?
I feel conflicted about my voice by ActorWriter24 • last post Aug 18th
Hey everyone! I audition pretty regularly and I feel as if my voice is holding me back. I have a hearing loss so, my voice is “different” and nasally. I keep having a feeling that I don’t book as often because of the way the sound of my voice is. Where are my fellow actors with weird unusual sounds to their voice.
You guys are awesome (notes from an indie filmmaker) by taggwest • last post Aug 18th
After a long time working in the marketing/video industry, I'm finally working on my first major creative (i.e., not corporate) film project, and it's been an eye-opening experience working with actors in this way for the first time. Just wanted to share some quick observations from an outsider, in case any of it is helpful: * Casting really is 90% of directing: I've heard it said before, but now I actually understand it. I knew I wanted genuinely talented actors for this production (rather than going the "just have your friends and family say the lines" route) and it has really made all the difference. They can take something and run even further with it than I thought possible. I thought I knew the characters from having written the script, but the actors are revealing more about them than I would have been able to direct them toward. * It's a real set of skills: Watching the actors closely (and spending a lot of time editing the footage), I've started to pick up on some of the more subtle things they do. The way they use their eyes. The way they express things through their breathing. The changes in tone. The microexpressions. There's a TON of technique happening all the time. Some of it may be instinctive, but I'm sure a lot of it has been practiced until it became reflex. * It's absolutely worth paying for: Even though this is an out-of-pocket, *very* low budget project, I decided early on that I wasn't going to ask anyone to work for free. Good actors bring so much value that multiplies the production that it would be crazy to not to compensate them for their time and talent. Honestly, my only regret is not being able to pay them more. * The application/audition process is brutal: I'm using Backstage to find talent. I invited 946 actors to apply. About 300 actually applied and were invited to audition. I received about 150 self-tape auditions, and of those, actually hired 3 actors so far. I have a ton of respect for those who keep plugging away, auditioning for roles they may only have a slim chance of getting, and staying polite and positive the whole time. There have been a few weirdos, but overall I've been impressed with everyone's professionalism and determination. * I've had to turn down a lot of great actors: Sometimes the audition is really great, but there was another one that was a *slightly* better fit. Sometimes they're amazing but not for the role I had open (in which case I put them on a list to consider for future projects). Sometimes their look was too similar to another actor in the production. Sometimes the timing of their availability wasn't right. There are countless reasons why an actor might not get a part after auditioning, none of which have to do with the quality of their talent. * Talent beats look: Even if an actor didn't quite fit the profile I had in mind for a character, I quickly found it was worth rewriting around the right talent if I could find it. * It's all about the audition: I also learned that it's nearly impossible to tell anything from actor profiles, headshots, and even reels. I was surprised (positively and negatively) countless times while reviewing auditions. There's just no way to tell how someone's going to do until they audition, and some of those I've hired (or plan to hire) were ones I'd initially written off as probably not a great fit until I saw their auditions. * The competition might not be as tough as you think: I feel bad for what I'm about to say, but I'll be frank. After going through 150 self-tape auditions, I'd say that the majority of them were...not great. It felt like people just reading lines to a camera, with relatively little actual acting happening. I had to go through a lot of those (and start to wonder if that was just how acting went) before I started to stumble on those very few who really knew how to do something with their performance. If you're a good actor, you'll stand out. * My thumbs up / thumbs down guideline: After going through a lot of auditions, I quickly realized that there was a clear difference that separated the yays from the nays. It was all about whether I could see the actor or see the character. If I felt like I was watching an actor deliver a performance, I passed. If I felt like I was watching a character coming to life, I immediately shortlisted them. It was really that simple. Anyway, I'm probably rambling. I like to hang out here because I want to learn more about working well with actors and also just because I'm impressed by what you do (since I can't act for crap). You have my respect and admiration. Thanks for doing what you do, because I couldn't do what I do without it.