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The voice of the Google Assistant by Samtastic950 • last post May 22nd
Hi Folks Does anyone know what accent this voice is from? I hear this one all the time, from TV's to radio stations. My support worker Ian thinks this one is from Surrey. What do you guys think? [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N8mfMcY7760OASSZqzpH4nggxBuHJ-f3/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N8mfMcY7760OASSZqzpH4nggxBuHJ-f3/view?usp=sharing) ​ There are many female voice actors who done work for Google, but the voice for the British version hasn't been discovered. I'm guessing she could be a staffer for Google UK, maybe!
Commercial agent takes 40% for submitting me on CN/AA/CF… do I drop her? by scamdyhook • last post May 21st
I signed with a commercial agent four months ago and have been on a total of four auditions, all of which my agent landed by submitting on Casting Networks and Actors Access (memberships which I pay for). Had I booked anything, my agent would have received 40% (20 from casting+20 from my net), which I know is sadly the norm for non-union talent at most agencies… But if that’s all my agent is doing, should I drop her? She runs a well-reviewed, sag-franchised agency. I was happy to finally have a rep, but maybe I should start looking for someone else. Maybe it’s me? Maybe things are slow right now? I was getting more callbacks when I self-submitted, and wasn’t giving 20% of my net away.
How to make the most of going to festivals as an actor (Tribeca)? by gettinbooted • last post May 21st
Hi All, An indie feature where I had a supporting role will be premiering at tribeca (online), but cast/crew have been given guest passes to cast/crew for the festival (we can get priority tickets to other film showings and attend any Tribeca official events minus the opening and closing ceremony). This is my first festival and will be flying in from LA to attend. I would love to hear anyone else’s experience and tips/advice they may have about making the most of the experience. TIA!
What am I doing wrong by Whispywoo • last post May 21st
I’ve had an agent for exactly a year now but still no job :( I’ve had a few auditions but my brother has had more with a different agency he is with. He is 13. I know it could be age but I just feel like I’m doing something wrong. I got my agency through acting showcase so I feel confident in saying I’m a good actor and I had many call backs from other agencies that wanted me too but in the end I picked this one. I’m going to dye my hair blonde on Wednesday hoping it will increase my chances of getting roles. I’ve also had accent lessons so I have many dialects and I can speak Russian (hence the blonde I thought it might make me fit the Slavic character better). I just want to know why I’m not getting any auditions or any jobs. I haven’t had any jobs! and I feel really defeated. I’ve spent a lot of money in this dream and I’m not going to give up just yet I would just really like some reassurance. :)
What are your thoughts on actors sticking to one type of acting? by MCKtheMan • last post May 21st
So I’m wanting to try and get back into theatre once I made my big move to a big city, but my agent isn’t too keen on me doing theatre, since she wants me available for roles in film, TV, commercials, etc. I also read another article of a guy saying “if you’re gonna do theatre, stay in theatre.” And I just don’t feel like I agree. I get the sentiment of wanting to do film and commercials. It’s where the money’s at, but I feel awful leaving theatre behind. And I don’t wanna limit myself to one art form. Matter of fact, some of the most versatile actors I know can do both theatre and film. So what do you guys think?
Do I even like acting? (a rant) by AmbitiousPudding2804 • last post May 21st
In need of a hand hold I guess. Does anyone else just constantly think that they absolutely suck? With the exception of a handful of moments I honestly just feel like Im a terrible actress. Im on the set as my first lead of a feature and am honestly embarrassed at almost every scene Ive done so far. I blew my close up of the most emotional scene in the movie after blowing my emotional load on the other actors coverage (I was just in it and could not hold back). I feel like I let everybody down and they regret casting me. I second guess literally every moment Im on screen. I am so racked with anxiety and insecurity on set I dont even enjoy myself. Everyone else seems so at ease and I have major imposter syndrome. Is this a common thing one usually gets over once you start getting more comfortable on sets or is this a red flag that this is something Im not cut out for? I just want to feel like Im doing a good job and Im tired of feeling like a failure.
Networking and Agencys by DawnMareX • last post May 21st
Hi, I'm a teen actress. So I want to work with A3 artist agency, a specific agent named Jamie pillet actually, but the agency only takes industry referrals. And I know what some of you might tell me, network. But I'm an introverted person, I have anxiety, and it's hard for me to network. I take acting classes and know a manager but I'm scared to ask them for a referral to the agent. What if they dont even know the agency and the agency doesn't take their referral seriously? iv been breaking out of my shell but my question is, how do I network? I want to meet other actors like me. Another question, how do I get an industry referral to the agency I would like to work with?
Voice actor needed: deep man voice (doesn’t need to be experienced) by Watashiee • last post May 21st
Hello so currently I’m looking for a voice actor for the main male character in my webcomic series “meet the Richardson family” which you can view on webtoon and on my Instagram page @watashie. I am currently looking for voice actor so I can dub my comic to post on tiktok. Your work will be paid and it is name your price, you do not have to have any experience I am just looking for someone quick so I can get this posted. If you are interested in this job message me on Instagram @watashie
If I’m talking to a casting director over email and they stop emailing what should I do? by LLSombra • last post May 21st
So I was emailed by a legit producer for bbc to be a supporting actor in a new drama, she asked for my measurements as costume fitting is Monday and Tuesday and also asked for a recent selfie. After I sent this she hasn’t responded since then. Does she not require any more info atm and will email me today or literally on the day? Like do they expect you to drop whatever your doing and be available when they email on the day? Or has she just stopped responding? should I send a follow up email, if so, what should I say?
Are audition tapes limited to actors with agents that can get those connections? by EverlastingUnis • last post May 20th
When a new actor gets cast in a role, it's only second-nature for me to do some research to see how that actor made it to their current point. I noticed that most, if not all, sent in audition tapes, and then were told they'd been cast via Zoom. Up until now, I didn't think I could possibly audition for roles while being in Kansas and Oklahoma by sending in audition tapes without an agent to represent you. Is it truly possible? Will that option always be made known to the public, or is it a secretive thing? I've always thought I would have to pick up and move to L.A or Chicago to get a fair shot, but potentially not! I'd love to hear what you guys think!
Actors Access Role Submission Acceptance Period? by angelfacema • last post May 20th
This is mostly a question to anyone who’s ever casted any productions via Actors Access, but also for any actors with an experience in relation to this question. If a role/production is posted on AA and an actor is still able to submit for it even a month after it’s posting, does that mean that the CD is still actively looking for roles and/or accepting submissions? Or could it be that they are no longer looking and just neglected to turn the submissions off (not sure how it works on the CD end) for that role/production? I’m asking because I’m gauging whether it’s worth it to apply for roles that were posted about a month ago, and that I’m just now seeing are fit for me (AA didn’t tell me they were, but I casually looked at “All Breakdowns” and noticed a few that aren’t under “Breakdowns Fit For Me” that fit me).
What to include and NOT to include on a website? by swataz • last post May 20th
Hi folks. I have had a website for a long, long time and have updated it a few times over the years. In terms of website content, what do you feel should be elements of a voice actor's website and what do you think would be excess or superfluous content?
Casting process after self-tape submission by Puzzleheaded-Eye-706 • last post May 20th
I am new to acting/auditioning and I’m wondering what exactly happens after the deadline for self-tapes submissions for lead/series regular roles in major network/streaming projects. Is it the casting directors who decide which actors get a callback or do they go through the tapes and then send the ones they like on to like the producers, directors, writers, etc? Also what comes after a callback in the casting process? Btw I am not talking about any roles/open calls in particular I am just curious about casting in general.
Non-paying gigs asking you to travel w/o reimbursement. by bring_me_egg • last post May 20th
Apologies if this gets a little rant-ey. So I’m at that awkward stage in my career where I’m taking a lot of no pay/student gigs in order to build my reel. For the most part the experience hasn’t been too bad, all things considered. Today I was offered a non-paying role in a music video, but only after auditioning was I told that it was going to be shot in the desert over an hour away from where I live (this wasn’t disclosed in the original listing - they originally just posted the shooting location as “LA”). I responded asking if there would at the very least be gas/mileage reimbursement, to which they replied “we talked to production and we aren’t able to reimburse you for travel at this time.” Am I out of line for thinking this is kind of insulting? Like I understand that there’s some pay-to-play involved in getting your acting career going, but with gas prices the way the are now (especially in LA), it just seems like a lot to ask of an actor to literally invest their own money to road-trip their way to your little video project. Anyhow, I’m politely declining their offer. But I was wondering if anyone here has experienced something like this? At what point does getting involved in someone’s “passion project” just feel like your eagerness to work for free is being exploited?
Looking for a male voice actor with a deep radio voice. by alovelystar • last post May 20th
Remember those old commercials on TV with CD compilations of music? I need a deep game show host / radio voice to announce a fake CD commercial for a project I'm doing. It doesn't pay well, but I can pay a small something ($15) so you can buy yourself a few beers. lol.
Agency Help! USA/ Canada by Scared_Cod3301 • last post May 20th
I travel back and forth between the southeast USA and Calgary/ Toronto for family. I have a southeastern USA based agent. Are there any Canadian agents you recommend? I am a dual citizen, with Actors Access/ Casting Networks profiles/ reel/ modeling portfolio/ training etc. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Self-Tape VS In-Person Auditions by Harmonixs8 • last post May 20th
Hello everyone! I've been acting since 2016 and prior to COVID I had a good mixture of self-tapes and in-person auditions; I think 70% of my auditions were self-tapes and only 30% were in-person. So when COVID rolled around in 2020, I was pretty comfortable already doing self-tapes. Since COVID, it seems like everything has shifted to self-tapes. I know that some actors have had in-person auditions, but they seem to be rare and I personally haven't had an in-person audition since COVID. I know that some callbacks and screen/chemistry test will require in-person, but for initial auditions, they seem to all be virtual. So my question to every actor out there is: has anyone had an in-person audition since COVID? Sorry for the long post and thank you! [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/uts441)
Recieved an offer from an LA manager. I am not sure why/if this actor is lying to me about their relationship to the manager? by Full_Temperature_179 • last post May 20th
I know this girl, let’s call her Kate. Kate and I are in an acting class together. She tends to be competitive for no reason, and is the type to gatekeep/not help others because she is concerned they could take her job. Since I’ve met Kate, she signed to this manger and boasted about all the progress that came from this. She’s now signed to commercial and theatrical agencies in just about every market. I can also see from her, her agencies page, and IMDb that she is booking work. Her manager reached out to me, so I asked Kate about her experience and she claims that her manager hasn’t done anything for her. She said she’s a nice lady and talked about that, and then otherwise said the manager hasn’t gotten her anything. I need to make a decision with this manager. I feel like I need to turn down the offer now, but Kate could also just be lying? I’m really torn right now. Does anyone have any advice for me?
How to get an agent - already have tons of experience and training by betchfacemcgee • last post May 20th
Hey hive, I just moved to NYC last year and I have been struggling to sign with an agent for months now. I have been self-submitting to agencies on websites, DirectSubmit, through email, and I'm about to start sending in hard copies. I am am experienced stage and screen actor with a BFA and extensive training. I'm also fight choreographer, intimacy director, scenic artist, and have worked in the industry professionally for over 6 years on majors, tiers, union, and nonunion jobs. I am booking a lot of work through self-submissions, but I am so sick of weeding through casting calls and non-paid student films. I find myself very marketable, yet I am getting radio silence. Is there something I'm missing or a specific thing I need to do? I'm not sure about these agent showcases I see advertised around - they seem like a scam, and I've been told to steer clear from those, but does anyone have a positive experience with that kind of thing? Is there a specific one worth looking into? Any advice here super appreciated!! Thank you!!