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I've decided I want to become an actor. What do I do? (UK) by throwawayfitness1997 • last post May 22nd
Mid 20s male with undergraduate law degree. Last few years I've been working with my parents and focusing on my mental health, etc. I have a HUGE love of film and through therapy etc discovered that my true calling is acting. Its just something I really want to do. What's the reality here? I want to start self teaching, and then get classes. But will I have to also get another job? I've been told that acting is hard to break into and will be low paying etc. My plan was to get a law job (paralegal perhaps) or something alternative (fianncial services compliance) but when I decided I wanted to act, I initially assumed that I wouldn't have to do these jobs because I would purusue acting instead. But now, I'm not sure, I don't have the impression that I can just decide to become an actor and then instantly get paid... or can I? Other notes - I don't want to act in theaters, but moreso film/tv.
“Acting Exercises” for a young actress? by LinkovitchChmofsky • last post May 22nd
Hello all! I’m going to begin teaching acting lessons soon, and was curious if anyone had any recommendations on where to start with a young (12) pre-teen girl? She has lots of dance experience but has never taken acting classes before. These are also individual lessons so group exercises won’t work! I have a pretty solid base but would love your opinions!!!
“Do not self submit to Actor’s Access or Casting Networks, do it through your agent” by nonchalantdilletante • last post May 22nd
Maybe I’m misunderstanding this advice, but this is the first time I’m hearing this! This casting director said this on her Instagram today and it was co-signed by a few agents: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cd1LI7oJfj-/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Again, I’ve never understood it to be a “cash grab” to self submit to projects when you’re repped. Can someone explain to me how/why that is? If I’m misunderstanding what she means, what *does* she mean?
Confused about my call time by Neenabubba • last post May 22nd
First time doing an “actor role”! So I received my call sheet for this tv show I’ll be on for the first time and I’m seeing several different times listed. Email header: CALL=0700 Email body: Unit call=0700 Call sheet attachment: Unit call=0700, shoot call=0730, beside my name HMW=1400 and on set=1500 Is my call time 0700 or is it my HMW time 1400…?
How does it work technically if I use voice actors for an audio drama and they're in another country by Ieatclowns • last post May 22nd
I'm not new to audio drama in that I've worked on radio plays and comedy in the UK (as a writer) but I am new to producing and so I'm learning as I write with the an being to produce my audio drama myself. I'll want to employ actors but as I'm in a small town in Australia, I'm limited and know I'll need to work with people remotely. How does that work technically? Thanks!
tips for getting an upgrade? by hellmouthx • last post May 22nd
Hi! so I’ve been lucky enough to get featured BG on the last few movies i’ve done. i’m very likable and take direction well, so i’ve built a relationship with a production company. it’s way better than typical bg, but i’m really just wanting to get a line at this point. I got hand picked for my most recent featured bg gig by the director themselves. i was helping photoboard when they asked me what i do, and i told them i was an aspiring actress. he had me audition for the BG role right then and there and then a week later i got an email from production saying they wanted to cast me. i made a great first impression with this director which was awesome! i’d love to be upgraded but idk what else i can do. i’m very professional and friendly. i never come across as desperate or entitled to anything. i’m confident. is it just luck? or is there something i can do?
How to get an agent by Dr-Ingersoll • last post May 22nd
Ok so I’m an actor and have been acting for a little over 7 years. I’ve competed on both a state and national level 4 times with my troupe and I am very passionate about acting. Being an actor is my dream and I know that I will make it, but I don’t know where to look to get an agent. I’m going to be living in nyc in September and I’m curious if anybody knows how to actually look for an agency and get an agent. Any advice would help thank you very much for your time.
disabled actors what are your experiences? by fuzhudeer • last post May 22nd
Im curious of others stories. Basically I have a lot of mental illnesses so I struggle learning staging and processing stuff. I'm very poor at learning choreography as well. But once I get everything I think I'm good. From my experience directors usually seem regretful casting/directing me and baby me at first. Then when they see me during tech or shows they grow impressed. I had one director who was really understanding of me and figured out how I learned, so I excelled while under her. What are yalls experiences?
Feature RENT-A-MAN in POST! by Rafal Zlak • last post May 22nd
Subscribe to our email list for the latest viewing updates: Production company: https://mysterianfilms.com/ Feature Film Rent-A-Man Now in Post-Production! Stay Tuned by joining our Rent-A-Man Page on Facebook #RentAManFilm #MysterianFilmGroup Twitter: @MysterianF https://www.youtube.com/MysterianFilmGroup IG: @MysterianFilm https://pro.imdb.com/company/co0874612/ https://ko-fi.com/mysterianfilmgroup TITLE: RENT-A-MAN GENRE: Mystery-Crime-Drama LOGLINE: A gangster hires a mysterious rent-a-man for a subtle game of cat-and-mouse in the desert. Teaser SYNOPSIS: A seasoned gangster is a debt collector for the underworld. After tracking two marks who owe gambling debts, one unexpectedly dies, and the other escapes. Now the gangster knows a loose end has dangerous repercussions for his life, as he searches for a cunning solution to his dilemma. Big Slick, his boss, calls out of the blue then texts him the Rent-a-Man ad as a test prompting him to decide on a conniving plan where our story begins. Jackie the gangster, and Dillon the Rent-a-Man, a would-be daily friend, play a stylistically subtle yet dangerous game of cat-and-mouse while hiking Valley of Fire State Park outside Las Vegas.
Show reel editing - sound engineer looking to build portfolio for university assignment by jim_charlpert • last post May 22nd
Hey everyone, I’m in my final year of university and I’m working on my final few assignments. Due to some factors outside of my control I’ve had to take extensions meaning I have two weeks to get my assignments in. I’m looking for around 3-4 voice actors for me to edit them a show reel. You could receive this for free I’m not charging at all it’s just to build my portfolio and for my university work. I’ve been studying sound and music production for the last 3 years and I’ve been directly asked to also attend the masters. If you’d be interested in this show real, you can direct message me here and we can arrange something for the next few weeks. Thank you to anyone in advance who would be interested in this!
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?