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First Mic (new), after recording, I hear many “clicking”/“fuzzy”/“popping” noises during playback? by hellowithmyheart • last post May 10th
Hello! New-ish voice actor here! I’ve been doing some recordings with my Rode NT-1 mic w/ A-1 interface, and I think I’m having a problem as I play back my recordings. The DAW I’m using is Audacity, and since the day I opened the mic, all of my recordings upon playback, have been littered with a bunch of pops, clicks and “fuzz.” Is this a common problem? I put all of my recordings through a de-clicker, but it’s getting super annoying because if I set it too high, it makes the recording sound awful. I am SUPER new to this, but I looked up several options to fix the problem and nothing seems to be helping. I tried lowering the gain, but everything became nearly inaudible…I tried lowering the recording volume, same thing. It is new so it shouldn’t be dirty or dusty where the cables plug in…could it be a problem with Audacity? Or, could it be that the signal from the interface is messed up and I should I get a different interface to use? I would greatly appreciate any help! Thank you!! :-)
Question about irrelevant degree in acting by SomeCuteFolk • last post May 10th
Hi, this may be a bit off topic in this subreddit but I have nowhere to ask advice to…, so here goes. I recently just graduated from high school, and I want to become an actor. But my parents think I should get a degree in something more stable just in case, and I can’t deny them. So I picked game design for a bachelor degree as my secondary aspiration. The questions are 1. If I major in irrelevant degree, Is there any school that I can get another degree in acting in the future? i.e. bachelor, masters, etc. 2. How to get motivated for many years to prevent this dream fading away? I have aspired to be an actor since I was young but growing up and facing reality make me realize that it’s becoming more and more of a pipe-dream. 3. Do you think studying acting is important? Or should I just learn from Masterclass and Skillshare. Don’t get me wrong, I would really love to study acting, film, and drama, but my conditions are pretty hard to get to learn them… Thanks in advance.
I sat down with voice actor Dana Snyder for a two part podcast. I got to ask him questions about his career and much more. Hope you guys enjoy. by GeneStarwindOS • last post May 10th
FREE Tuesday Night Voiceover Workout - SPOTS AVAILABLE by wildthingking • last post May 10th
Hello Voice Actors! I am one part of a small online Voiceover community called LTM Voices that is dedicated to giving Voice Actors a place to share, collaborate, and receive feedback without a paywall. We host Voiceover Workouts Monday-Thursday and currently have a few openings for Tuesday nights. The workouts run from 8pm-10pm Eastern time / 5pm-7pm Pacific time during which time we will discuss a specific VO-related topic, then take turns reading scripts and getting/giving feedback, and then end with some fun improv games (time permitting). If you are interested in joining us, please send me a message here or comment on this post and I'll share a sign-up link. And yes, we are hosting a workout tonight (in about 3.5 hours). In addition to the nightly workouts, we also have a Discord server where we can share samples, advice, information, or anything else that might be of value (and some stuff that's not VO related at all). I look forward to talking with you and hope to see you on Tuesday nights! And just to clarify that we are a close-knit and supportive community, not a place to gain social media followers (though we do support one another's efforts). Reposted as original post was removed. Hopefully this one sticks...
Is there a name for the characteristic flat/'fake' quality to a non-actors voice when they try to act? by Thatweasel • last post May 10th
As title - also what is the cause? I wasn't sure where best to ask this question, but I figured a voice acting subreddit would be the best place. I am not a voice actor, or a regular actor, and have no experience with acting. But it seems to be more or less universal that when you take a random, untrained person and tell them to act their voice has a very identifiable flat, inauthentic quality to it that is VERY obviously unnatural when compared to a normal speaking voice. Is there a name for this phenomena, or a cause? I'm especially trying to find any kind of academic enquiry into it, I imagine there is some specific quantifiable element related to intonation or the like that is responsible.
Adding credits on IMDB by meinai88 • last post May 10th
Hello fellow actors, I have two questions about credits on IMDB. 1. If I was in a student film that was a slient film, can I add that on IMDB or no? Do the roles on IMDB have to be speaking? 2. Can I add credits on my own or does the producer of the project have to do it? Thank you for your help. I have done 2 student films that were slient so that's why I am asking. Also, I am a new actor so I am trying to do things properly.
Tomorrow I’m going in with a coach to read for the biggest opportunity as a actress I’ve ever had….with - 5 year gap in my resume. I’m so nervous! by Infinitestripes95 • last post May 10th
I am disabled with a autoimmune disease so I haven’t had a opportunity to do anything in a while, at first it was the mobility devices then I got too sick for a while. I not only have to act but sing which I also haven’t sang in years. I didn’t have a opportunity to go to a vocal coach to work on the song (I think it sounds pretty decent but I’m worried cause the accompaniment track is a little difficult of a tempo) Please wish me luck, I’ve had 2 days to learn my lines and I tried my best not to OVER prepare myself (because that always has ended up with me messing up because I over think instead of feel) but I also am nervous I didn’t do enough Also I broke out from the nerves so hoping I get my makeup nice enough in the am! I’m 26, why am I still breaking out lol
Do Things for the Right Reasons by zeromalarki • last post May 9th
Hey guys, this is just an opinion piece post based on some things I've been trying to figure out and deal with, which I hope will help but I'm open to having a discussion about it. ​ Recently I put out a scene we shot based on the Jack Reacher novels. It was myself playing the titular character and my friend playing Finlay. It was a little bit different to the Amazon show, but it had the same source material. I shared it a few places, but I stated that I wasn't mad in love with my acting, but to go easy on me. Some people were genuinely very nice and complimentary, others chose not to heed my request to do things for the right reasons. The videos and assorted comments weren't on Reddit - they were on YouTube or Instagram, but they chose not to remember the human, or to behave like they would in real life. I had two choices: ignore them, or engage them. The smart thing to do would be to just ignore them - don't get triggered. Life is too short. Some people will always be assholes. Unfortunately, this isn't the way I play, or feel like I can play. It takes far too much self-restraint not to call people out on their nonsense for me. So I replied to them - I agreed that it wasn't my best acting, but I wanted to know what they did with themselves, or what they hoped to achieve by posting such negative words. Of course, they didn't respond. Now this following paragraph is generally more aimed at the keyboard warrior critics out there, because I don't think the vast majority of people in the acting subreddit would disagree with this, but here it goes: I'm not saying that all acting is good, or all filmmaking, music production, comedy or writing is good. It's totally OK to critique mainstream/popular works/commercial work because we've either paid money for it, don't like what message it contains (politics/philosophy particularly), or we see it has an effect on our society. However, taking aim at people who aren't high up the food chain? Come on. Sometimes their work sucks, sometimes the creators are on an off day, in a funk, or at the start of their career. Some people just aren't "born with it". It is what it is. In any case though, if you don't know that person, do you think you're doing them any favours by giving them anything other than constructive feedback? Some of you might think you're giving tough love, but how is it love if you don't even know the person you're directing your words to? Do you think that they should call it a day early on their career to save them the heartache? Let them make their own decisions. Or be honest - you're really doing this out of either narcissism or sociopathy. Or maybe you've had a shit day, or don't like something about this person and think you can make yourself feel better by making someone else feel bad? Well, how about don't? ​ Back to the actors: When you aren't a "successful actor", people will attack you for your acting if they don't agree with your political stance, or again because they don't like something about you. Some might even attack your acting even if you are successful. Separating the artist from the art can always be difficult. I can't stand Laurence Fox's political stance or his endeavours with it, but I can respect he's not a bad actor, even if I hopefully don't see a show with him in it again. Perhaps they know that most actors have huge insecurities about their abilities and their market worth. Our self-doubt is so large that having someone confirm these feelings is incredibly hurtful. We often feel like we ought to quit anyway. My advice however is probably pretty obvious - don't quit. At least not because some bozo who likely hasn't achieved squat with their lives tries to stick the knife in. And don't quit because you feel "you'll never make it". Here's the secret: most of us won't. The cards are stacked so high, that only a minute fraction of people can make it as professionals without having to work side hustles etc. to pay the bills. Remember, or figure out why you want to act. If it's because you love the feeling of living and playing as a character? Because you love the feeling of being on set? Because you're creative and this is the only way you know how? There are a ton of reasons. Some that I might call more valid than others, but these are matters of my own personal opinion. If anyone is acting because they believe they'll become famous and rich, I do wonder why they think that. I mean, I would be lying if I didn't have a little bit of that misguided spark in my head telling me that is what I want in my life. Sometimes I wonder if I'm still pursuing acting as a "sunk cost fallacy" - still trying to re-coop what I spent on training and the time invested. A way of getting anywhere, so that I can say "ha! You all doubted me, but here I am!". However, I have told myself that if the feeling that these thoughts are my driving factors for pursuing acting are greater than the empowerment I get from playing a role, working with great people and being involved with set and cast life, then I need to reconsider where I am and what I want to do. So what it boils down to is this. Something that many of you have likely considered whilst others have yet to stop and give time to contemplate - do things for the right reasons. Whether you are pursuing acting, or considering quitting. Make the choice for the right reasons. Nobody can tell you what those reasons are, we all have our own processes of weighing up what means more or less to us in life. I cannot tell you what your dreams are, or how you should pursue them (though please be kind to yourself and others) but look to yourself for what matters. Don't listen to some incel (probably) clown who hasn't got the guts to give something hard a go. Successful people aren't the ones out there shitting on others in youtube or Instagram comment threads. They likely don't have the time. Have fun and stay safe.
New Voice Actor needing feedback with Character reel. Any and all thoughts are appreciated! by Zig-Kun • last post May 9th
Just 2 Brothers Need help starting are Voice Acting Career. by Rocklight124 • last post May 9th
I need advice or Help. Not sure how to phrase it. I live in Oklahoma city, and My little Brother and I are looking into becoming Voice Actors. But first need a place to start. We have experience have been doing it for are friends and family for over 10 years. We don't have money for equipment right now, but Need help finding out how to start. And hopefully making money. Sorry if this is in the wrong place. This is my first time here.
Any majors that you can double major with theater/acting? by QballRMe • last post May 9th
I really want to be an actor, and I think that I might be good at it, but I was interested to know if there is a way that I can double major with acting and something else. Acting is what I really want to do, but I know that it is a unstable career and I want to try to have something to fall back on.
Changing last name by Professional_Sun4351 • last post May 9th
Anyone here that is going to change their last name to be an actor? I’m thinking about it, and if you’re going to how do you think of a new last name? I was thinking about Nicolas Coppola that is now Nicolas Cage because of his favorite comic book character, so that could work
I told my father I'd like to become an actor when we were discussing my career choices, and he just laughed and said ok by TalismanHD • last post May 9th
For info, I'm fifteen and I've been thinking about career choices for about two years now and acting has always been one I wanted to pursue.
I'm not sure where my career is going by darshlakhwani • last post May 9th
So, to give you guys some background: I'm 21 Male (from India), I'm a computer engineering student but I've been acting on the side since my degree started which is about 3 years now. Things have just started to happen for me, I booked my third commercial recently (booked the first one in September 2021). One of the 2 commercials I did before still airs on TV and it has attracted quite a few eyeballs and I've been auditioning more frequently since. I get shortlisted a lot but I don't book very often which I've realised is the nature of this industry. What I'm confused about if I want to go full-time in acting. I've auditioned for big shows as well but I didn't get any of them and I feel low because of that quite often. Also working on set and meeting people has made me realise that this is a tough profession. Even if you are a working actor, it takes a lot of luck and hard-work to have a stable career and make a living and also be happy (satisfied). On the other hand, a career in computers is slowly fading out because I give most of time to acting and I'm not really interested in computers but I'm not sure if I'm choosing right. What if I work as an actor but never "make it"? I know I'm young but there are a ton of people at my age or even younger doing better work and booking more jobs and looking at a stable career. I'm not feeling it. I'm confident in my ability and hard-work but sometimes the ugly side of the industry and the rejection just get to me. Any advice would help :)
What can I do at home to become a better actor? by Ok_Concern5444 • last post May 9th
I am attending a school with drama as a field, so I get to practice there with some people. But how can I practice on the weekends and breaks from school, so that I can become a better actor and autidioneer?
Best day jobs for actors? by j0rdan21 • last post May 9th
My apologies if this seems like a silly question. I’m doing everything I can to put my (primarily voice) acting career first. I live in LA, I have an agent, and I’ve worked on a handful of projects, which I’m all very thankful for. I currently work afternoons/nights at a coffee shop, which has worked out with my schedule fairly well. However, the management has always been a problem and I was recently threatened with violence by a customer, so I would honestly be happy to leave at this point. The main problem is that I’m diabetic so I am trying to find something that offers reasonable health insurance and similar flexibility in scheduling. I also have a MFA in acting, which I originally pursued so that I could teach a couple classes at a university and avoid this type of situation entirely. Unfortunately, attaining such a position seems to be much easier said than done. Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much :)
Any voiceover actors that have worked outside your own country? by TAVEL2oo • last post May 9th
Hello fellow actors, Those of you who do voiceovers, I have a question. Do you submit within your country only? I often hear that you can do voiceover work from anywhere and if this is true, this would open up more opportunities. However, I would like to hear from someone who has actually done it. If you're American and done voice over work for Canada (or vice versa or another country), what was the process? Did you work from your home country? Did they fly you? How do you get paid? Do you need to get a work visa? Thank you if you can shed a light on this mystery for me.
What's the current way of thinking about putting uncredited background roles on your resume and IMDb? by AwardLosingFilmmaker • last post May 9th
Back when I was an actor, if you wanted to be taken seriously you didn't list extra roles, no matter how big the show. For those of you who are working actors, has this way of thinking changed? I'm usually not thrilled to look up what someone claims on their resume is a role on a big show and see that on IMDb it's "tennis player #3 (uncredited)".
I am looking for a couple of female voice actors for an animated series on YouTube and Newgrounds. [Paid work] by ChaoPatel • last post May 9th
The Payment rate will be around 18 to 20 dollars since it’s on the first episode. The series will be about a show that is mocking reality tv shows in the most crazy and insane way. I am looking for a couple of voice actors that can do several characters that is possibly all different. One is a an angry woman who mostly hates everyone around her. And another one is an Marine shooter who is Irish and speaks Hungarian. Another one is a Christian little girl who believes in Jesus and God. And another one would be a psychotic girl who gets excited over things. And another one would be a killer who also loves cats. And another character would be a female scientist who is awkward and would always get picked on the most. They will be PayPal payments if that is optional. I hope that you have a good day and stay safe for this year.