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Questions from a non actor by KingCrappy • last post Jun 30th
Hello all. Before I get into my questions, I want to thank everyone in this community for the content here. After a while out of acting, my wife is getting back into it and while I am doing what i can to support her, I don't always have answers or knowledge I need and I have been able to reference a lot of things I've found here to help me out, so I appreciate it First, as I said, my wife is getting back into acting after a while not doing it. I do what I can to offer support; searching through casting calls, driving her where I can, editing, filming, etc., but I truly want to do more. We are in the chicago market, and while I do utilize backstage and a few others, I was wondering if there are alternative options for finding casting calls. Can I reach out to casting directors directly? Are there places I am unaware of that post current projects? I really want to do more than relying on (mainly) backstage. Next, I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions for setting up a recording space. Equipment suggestions? Software ( I'm using Adobe premiere right now, but I am no expert)? I'd like to actually turn a space or spare room into a recording area and was wondering if anyone had done anything similar and might have suggestions. I'm far from rich, but am willing to invest money into this to do it right. Basically, if anyone has advice for me as the spouse of an actor, I'm willing to take it all. As a side note, my wife recently got a role acting in a short film that was part of a sort of concept contest. Each filmmaker had 7 days to make a short 60 second film from start to finish (writing, filming, editing, etc.). As someone with no real experience in any of these things, I thought it was a cool idea. Beyond my wife acting in one of these, I have no affiliation with the project, but wanted to share the YouTube trailer for the contest which is live on July 7 (7pmcst, I think). Anyway, as I said, I just found it interesting and thought I would share it here as well if anyone wanted to check it out. https://youtu.be/_-8e5lDSb5Y Again, thanks to everyone for all the help so far and to anyone who takes the time to offer me advice or even read my post. It all helps me learn.
Feedback, anyone? by TomKunzman • last post Jun 30th
This was my very first genuine stab at acting. I’d love thoughts from the fellow actors and directors in here. I had never done anything in the realm of psychological horror until I shot this film and I had an absolute blast. It ignited my passion for the craft but I want to do and learn much much more. I played Dr. Geoffrey Barter. The one and only time I ever had a beard! Enjoy xx https://youtu.be/KhvzQnlHNNI
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Jun 30th
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.
How to make self tape file size smaller by Saaaintniiiick • last post Jun 29th
I currently doing an Eco Cast self tape via Actors Access and the casting director has said they can’t accept files above 100MB, and that if it is over that I will be asked to resize. My self tape came out to just under 500MB. I don’t understand how I’m expected to submit to this as the sides are long in themselves. Should I just cut the take into several 100MB chunks? Or maybe cut out reader dialogue?
Should I take classes on cinema studies and film analysis/theory? by Positive_Vibez0 • last post Jun 29th
I’m currently in college and have been taking acting classes. I’m also debating taking classes in cinema studies and film analysis/theory from my school. They sound extremely interesting and useful, covering topics like the structure of films, various storytelling techniques, cinematography, cultural impact, analyzing themes from different perspectives such as race, gender, class, age, etc. Would it be useful to take these as an aspiring actor (and maybe a screenwriter down the road), even though I’m already taking a bunch of acting classes? I think understanding how films work would be helpful but the only downside here is that these classes require a massive amount of time in my schedule since they have the regular 3 hrs/week class time plus an additional 3hrs/week for watching films. And my acting classes also take 6 hrs/week instead of the typical 3hrs. So taking them both leaves very little room in my schedule for other classes. As such, maybe I’m better off taking other classes that would be helpful in getting a job so I have some backup and job security (I’m a math and CS major so this would mean taking more CS/statistics electives). I’d appreciate any input :)
are any game makers holding auditions for their games? please let me know, i need brief info on the game and lines to read and where to submit the audition :) by hextahlia • last post Jun 29th
comment below with details please as i’m a small voice actor
What are the odds of a common person cutting it in acting? by awakened900 • last post Jun 29th
Hey guys 24-year-old man here. I'm interested in becoming an actor and stand-up comedian. This is especially hard in India for an average person with no ties to anyone but what's the situation/field like in Canada or America? How much of it is dependent on your looks and race? Am i too old to take a shot at acting? I have always been interested in movies and film but my family isn't supportive of unrealistic dreams like these. I grew up in school alongside the daughter of a very famous actor in my province. Now years later she's ll probably get into the field due to her family. Does it just come down to being born into the right family?
Austin Butler’s performance in Elvis by Logan_the_wolverine • last post Jun 29th
I saw Elvis movie yesterday and I am blown away. What a movie!!! Tremendous experience. More than that, I am mesmerised by Austin’s performance. I have a QUESTION to the actors who have watched his performance that how did he managed to get that voice?? Throughout the performance he maintained it and after watching the movie I was thinking about that only. How did he get that voice? To do so actors do some voice practice or something? And in general I had always this question, I have seen many actors changing their voice for the character and how they do that? If anyone has idea please let me know. Appreciate your response.
Feedback On My Audio Drama Please by KiChanVA • last post Jun 29th
https://youtu.be/Mld1_1qJGlk Aelfric's Side Story derived from my main audio drama, Coalesce: Crimson Flight is out now! So excited to work on these projects with my amazing Voice Actors! Stay diligent on your projects! Remember, our main story is a lot of work. Est. 2023 release. Please throw some feedback on our YouTube! This is my first time sound designing something a bit more immersive. We have out stories posted too! Note that this is not a demo of my voice, but a practice chapter for my voice actors and my sound designing skills for future projects.
Anyone know anything about international students and their ability to act in the US on a student visa? by grassy03 • last post Jun 29th
Hi Everyone! Im an actor based in sweden and im currently exploring options on where to study! I was wondering if anyone here knew anything about how the student visa system in the US works in correlation to working as an actor in the US? Ex. Can i work as an actor and take jobs as an actor in either a F, J or M - 1 visa? If so, please dont be shy to message me or comment!⭐️
Manager asking for contract before actor has accepted —— shady or industry standard? by SwimGood22 • last post Jun 29th
Hi all — I’m currently in talks with an actor who starred in a major film on HBO for a low budget short film. The role is literally 1.5 pages out of a 20 page script and we’re offering a few thousand to shoot with them for a day (it’s a sub-character role, reveal at the end). The manager asked for an offer and script and said they would get an answer from their talent ASAP. The offer, script, and treatment were sent over with all production details (production attachments, logistics, rate, billing, premiere, travel reimbursements, etc). The manager said that the actor is very interested (a huge win) but then asked the highest rate we could pay? I shared the rate from the offer again and they said “That’s what you said in the offer but can you go higher?” I shared that’s all we had for budget we can offer now, but if we get more lift in production budget, we’d be happy to pay more and can include this in the contrast, but the current offer is the cap we have. The manager “Got it” and is now asking for the contract to be sent that she can share with her agents to look over. Is this pre-mature? I haven’t even had a conversation with the actress about the role yet nor is she attached. Wouldn’t a contract be sent after attachment?? Something feels way off. We’re making a short film under $10K, not a branded commercial or PSA where we can pay tens of thousands. I understand we’re asking for celebrity talent, but if she’s “very interested” as the manager has said (after seeing the offer) I don’t understand why the manager is being so difficult.
For those of you who attended an actor's conservatory/MFA program, how did it change you? by forthe_99and2000 • last post Jun 29th
Whether personally or professionally. It has been 3 years since I graduated from mine and very often I think of something one of my instructors told us one day. It was in the middle of him tearing into the class because we weren't pushing hard enough on our assigned Shakespeare pieces, and at a point, he said: *"When you get out of this program, you're not going to know who you are."* I am finding that I've been having some challenges wrestling with whether I still want to be a full time actor. Half of me enjoys having reached a place where I don't have roommates and I can enjoy my own apartment that I pay for, and the other half knows that while financially things are okay, my 9-5 is also the reason I don't have the time or energy to dedicate to artistry. I was very happy when I was immersed in it at school, and now self tapes feel like a chore and an extreme disinterest \[unless its a role I REALLY WANT and connect to\]. Still, whenever I see plays or see my other friends doing theatre, I get that rush again, I realize that I miss this part of my life, and I beat up on myself for not having the same accomplishments as my peers. I know this is something actors wrestle with all of the time, but I realize that I didn't have any of these.... crazy inner conflicts and self doubt periods... until I attended acting school. I don't regret it. I'm not blaming the school. I like to think that experience is what I needed to really learn about myself and be honest about who I am, who I think I need to be, and who I wanna be. But I just wonder, did anybody else go through a period of transition with self after attending acting school?Please share your experience.
How important is it to build a social media presence? by nuglesrot • last post Jun 29th
Do you think it’s important to have social media as an new actor? And if yes, what are the benefits? Thanks!
Do agents submit you every other week? by BelleLabz • last post Jun 29th
Okay maybe I’m crazy but I seem to get a flux of auditions co star and supporting from my agent one week and then absolutely nothing the next. The pattern appears consistent. I’m wondering if this is something agents do, like alternate the actors they send in for? Im so tired of not getting consistent auditions and the anxiety is killing me.
Started a new acting class, but… by EnvironmentalCopy479 • last post Jun 29th
I’m new to the acting world, and I’ve only begun taking classes this year. While I do have a dynamic personality, my nerves so far have gotten the best of me. I’m so used to acting with myself that doing a scene with someone is a definitely new challenge. Is this is a normal obstacle that new actors often come across?
Where Do I Find Voice Acting Positions? by Masterpiece-666 • last post Jun 28th
I was really gonna just do some voice acting as a one off thing, but my family actually thinks I’d make an amazing voice actor, so I think I’ll give it a shot. Is there anything particular site or app or something that would be good to place myself for voice acting jobs? I’ve also never actually had a job before, but I’m gonna have to cross that hurdle when it comes
Curious about how c rying works when rehearsing/filming by katerwaulp • last post Jun 28th
So let's say the scene involves two people, and one of them begins to cry about 30 sec into the scene. When you are on the set rehearsing RIGHT before filming, do actors bother getting the tears out? This might be an insanely stupid question LOL And when they are filming - if it is a situation where the crier's angle isn't being filmed first, do they still get physical tears out?? I've seen behind the scenes moments where the actor whose back is to the camera is making funny faces etc. I get that it's important to stay in character for your fellow actor of course, but when it comes to crying, how does this all work? ​
I need a little help by 001_shine • last post Jun 28th
So I don’t know how many voice actors are on here but what are some good sights to find jobs as a 14 year old
Actors Working in Healthcare by Aggravating-Gift-295 • last post Jun 28th
Hello! Is anyone currently working in the healthcare field (doctor, nurse, CNA, etc) and is also an actor at the same time? How do u do it? What has it been like for u? Asking out of pure curiosity
Has anyone heard or seen any casting calls for 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'? by chnelpjm • last post Jun 28th
i know it's too late cos Jenny Han said they'd be filming this summer BUT i just wanna know if they were looking any new characters for season two and if anyone heard about any casting calls on actors access or somewhere else. i'm too impatient to wait for a casting announcement lol.