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Auditions by BMCA2001 • last post May 9th
I’m not trying to come off any sort of way if this is a good thing, but I am a very new actor, but all my auditions have been for lead roles, which I kind of been hoping to get co star auditions to start out. Not that those are easier in anyway, but more in the sense to build my confidence as an actor. Is there anything I can do to be able to get co star auditions?
No Submission Note on Actors Access by actionj32 • last post May 9th
There’s a role that I really want to submit for on ActorsAccess because I have a particular experience that they are looking for! In the description they specifically say “PLEASE INCLUDE SUBMISSION NOTE” to talk about the experience that you have. BUT the option to “leave a note for casting” isn’t showing up on the submission page. I’ve tried it on my computer & my phone and there is nowhere to leave a submission note. All of the other casting calls have it so it seems like just this one. Should I still go ahead and submit for it even though I can’t add a submission note?
Why do you want to act? by dmdrwithjeremy • last post May 8th
My reason is :Immortality. I want something of me to exist a hundred years from now. "A Trip to the Moon" is 120 years old and it's neat to think that those actors are in in way still around after they have long passed. Look at the Barrymore family. I'd like my great great grandkids be able to see me. Actors never dissappear from the world. I want to know what your reasons are.
Actions by SolidEasy • last post May 8th
So in movies, all the actions that happen, dates, fights, touching (physical acts) are they all scripted as well or do the actors just have to anticipate what to do for their characters? I’ve just been wondering how it works when it comes to any type of action the actors do.
Is becoming an actress really that hard? by Sufficient888 • last post May 8th
I’ve wanted to act since I was 4-years- old. I fell in love with the occupation but after my parents divorced, my life changed significantly. I experienced a lot of physical, emotional, and mental abuse. To say the least, I took on a lot of self-doubt and insecurities at a very young age. Now I’m 24, almost 25 and while I’ve graduated from college, I can’t help but to think about following this dream I’ve washed for so long. I’m not saying that my situation is special, but I want to know is it possible for me to start an acting career now is it too late/hard for me to catch up with all of the amazing and brilliant actors on this subreddit?
Feel like my family don’t support or understand the mindset and drive of being an actor by EmotionalWrecker • last post May 8th
So I’m posting this here because it’s a community of actors. I’m 99% certain you can understand. I’m currently working two survival jobs, doing two courses for a side hustle and trying to find work as an actor. I’m represented and getting about one paid job a month (low pay). My family don’t understand why I don’t spend money or why I’m always working. I’ve tried explaining that I am willing to sacrifice for a lifestyle I want to live. I am willing to work every day to financially survive and take low paid jobs. I’ve had family members argue with me cause I refuse to save up 2K for a holiday. I tried saying that kind of money can pay for headshots, showreels, accent classes, stage combat as well as rent etc. I just feel very isolated. I have friends who are actors and they completely get it! My family just don’t and it’s so so so frustrating! Any one in a similar position or have any words of wisdom? Please?
Beginner Voice Actor by iamfroott • last post May 8th
Hello! I am beginning to dabble in Voice acting and am looking for a bit of advice. I currently have a Shure MV7 microphone running on XLR into a Universal Audio Bolt1 interface. It’s a dynamic cardioid. I have been looking into condensers because i’ve heard they’re really good for voice acting and the hit i’ve messed with condensers i’ve loved the sound. Question being, should I stick with the Shure MV7 or go with a condsenor like an AT2035 or an AKGP220? TL;DR: Need advice between choosing condenser or Shure MV7.
never the look, a vent by clawhammer-cat • last post May 8th
I have been trying to figure out why I've been annoyed with the influx of self tapes and headshots being posted outside of the threads, but I think I figured it out. I work really damn hard and the little self esteem that I do have goes to knowing that I'm a conscientious and driven actor. But I know I'm never really the look that anyone is looking for. When I see myself in stage pictures, I feel like I always stick out because of how I look. I never feel complimented in a lighting scheme and I have never read a script that calls for my ethnicity (and I read a LOT of scripts, as anyone who's seen me around prob knows). If I could give someone whiter and skinnier (and more societally-romanticized trans and gay) than me my chops, I bet I/we would book such cool stuff. But I'm just left here wondering. Anyways, bleh.
looking for voice actors to join my production there's alot of projects ahead and I'm in need of alot of help by Snoo92419 • last post May 7th
How do I get my feet wet in acting by goldengloves85 • last post May 7th
I think I’m a pretty attractive guy and I’d like to do acting. I’m 18 years old and I don’t have a dollar to my name though. I wanna be like a Robert deniro type actor in the business and try my hand in it. Not saying I’ll be as good but just in case remember the name Vance Torres-Miller. I think that my unique name with the two last names is a decent selling point as well. Anyone have any ideas on what I should do? Thanks
Toronto Headshots by New_Snow3372 • last post May 7th
Hey everyone! ​ I've recently taken to portrait work for my fellow performers. It kind of started in order to make quality headshots for actors without making the price exorbitant to the point its often debilitating (especially to students). ​ If anyone here needs some headshots done I'll get them done up at my studio for ya at a more than fair price. ​ Here's my portfolio: [https://jordandawson.me/stills](https://jordandawson.me/stills)
Some helpful tips for getting the most out of your voice actors - Game Developer Blog by poacher2k • last post May 7th
Looking for advice/encouragement/honesty after no acting for 3 years! by cryptidcult • last post May 7th
Hey everyone, never posted in this sub before so I hope this is okay. Everyone here seems super helpful and genuine so I wanted to get some input from anyone and everyone who has something to say. So I'm an actor at heart, it's the only thing I know will fulfill me in life. However, I have a chronically low self esteem and some mean imposter syndrome from bad experiences when I was younger. My high school film teacher wouldn't let me act in our films bc I didn't have "the look" and tbh it still hurts me to think about (I was 16, now 24). There are other instances of ppl talking about my looks, "ruining" myself with tattoos, having bangs, colored hair, even my ethnicity. I live in a state with a pretty active industry, but it's so hard to get work if you don't fit the "local look". I do not fit for many reasons. After auditioning for commercials and a few shows for 3 years of hearing nothing back, I'm a bit broken in a way. I haven't been auditioning because I'm too ashamed of myself. Haven't been in any sort of stage production either. I know I have potential and A LOT of passion for film/tv and I KNOW I can do it. I'm just paralyzed and can't get myself to move. Tonight I'm going to a friend's improv show and have been invited to participate if I so choose. I wish I could say I have the guts to get up on stage but I have that no longer. But who knows!! Maybe the part of me that loves performing will come out and push me in, but I don't know. If anyone has been through something similar or has some words of wisdom or resources, please share with me!! If you've read this far along, thank you so so much! Love Always! -S
What kind of profile does an actor have if they earn approximately $180,000 to $210,000 every year? by Snail343 • last post May 7th
I'm really curious to know cause they're greater than that top 25% of actors of course so they're kind of well known and their not an average actor (those salaries are $60,000 and $40,000 respectively) but they're not A-List movie stars. Or what kind of profile do they have if they earn $240,000 to $300,000 every year? What kind of profile does a television, movie or theater actor have if they earn that every year regularly?
Any memorization tips by yobv123 • last post May 6th
I’m a new actor and just got my first role in a play (as a lead :) ) and have a lot of lines to memorize, if anyone had any tips or just how to even begin I would greatly appreciate it!
Black Actors Help!! by cheylatte_ • last post May 6th
I’m (23F) a young actress and am about to get my first professional headshots taken. Most photographers charge by looks so how should I go about styling my hair. As most black women can relate, I’m sure, our hair is a revolving door of styles but I feel like I should look like my picture in person? Or am I overthinking? Or should I go with the most current “marketable look” ie my natural curls even though because my hair is 4c, it’s not always a viable option to wear out like to a last minute audition? Please help! I’m about to drop a pretty penny so I wanna make sure I get this right
Solo gamedev with limited budget seeks advice by couldbeso • last post May 6th
I'm a solo gamedev. I want to make a game with voice acting. I've made quite a number of small, free games but now I want to try to make my first commercial game and I really feel that the project needs voice acting. The problem - very limited money; I'm a solo hobbyist gamedev who is hoping to perhaps make a little money with a first commercial release but there is no guarantee that I will make any money. I've been looking into various options for finding voice actors. As it would be a commercial project I have ruled out the idea of trying to find free voice talent (by posting on Casting Call Club for example). But I cannot afford to pay what I have seen suggested as the going rate for such work. So my question to people here is: Would you consider it acceptable for someone in my position to seek to recruit voice actors for a small amount of payment (perhaps $100 per finished hour)? This would fit my limited budget and provide opportunities for less experienced voice actors to gain some experience and credit in a finished game. Or would you see this is as exploitative and that it would be better if I didn't make the game or made it without voice acting? I understand that asking this question might provoke some strong opinions but please be aware that I am asking because I don't want to exploit anyone. If I could make the game as I would like and pay the going rate then I would but that isn't possible at the moment. Also this project is at a very early stage and I'm nowhere near the hiring stage. I plan to get the game pretty much finished with placeholder speech (either recording myself or using text-to-speech software) before I look at hiring anyone so please don't respond with expressions of interest right now. I just want opinions on the question above so that I can decide at this stage whether or not to continue with the idea of having voice acting in my game.
What are actors that have had addiction issues before and then choose to play a role who was addict? by watch1122 • last post May 6th
Do these actors stay away from roles like that? Obviously Lindsey Lohan wouldn’t take on a role like that right? Lol. Zendaya playing Rue works really well and she has no history of abuse. But is there an actor in the gray zone that would fit?
How do people react when you tell them you’re an actor? by GamingSuplex • last post May 6th
I get all kinds of responses but people respond pretty negatively to me. Always trying to give me their opinion on it. The most recent ones I heard were “That’s not a job until you’re famous” or “It’s pretty inconsistent, isn’t it?”
Hiya! Long time lurker looking to upgrade my setup by ClareBear • last post May 6th
Hello! I've been a voice actor for a long time and have been subsisting with a subpar setup- it's served me well, but I think a little polish could help me all around. I currently have a rode podcaster USB mic that plugs directly into my MacBook and I use twisted wave. I use half of my closet which is pretty well treated (as I understand that's more than half the battle) and set the mic and computer on a shelf. THIS part also needs improvement since mic placement is tricky. I had been looking at the NT1-a and the scarlett solo, but never bit the bullet because I got very overwhelmed about making the "wrong" choice (although I know it's all subjective). Any advice appreciated! Thank you!