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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.

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.

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)

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?