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Does College training equate to union eligible classes/experience? by Miserable-Survey7 • last post Mar 21st
So I have been applying to several agencies and heard back from a few and this recent one said that since i’m not 18 (but 17) I should use this time to get film/ commercial classes under my belt since it would he hard to suggest me to union projects (understandably) with only theatre credits. The thing is that i’m going to be attending NYU Tisch for drama in the Fall and i’m honestly not sure if the training i’ll get there will count as training suitable to be eligible for these kinds of projects (film/tv). Should I also be taking film study classes/ commercial classes on the side or before I attend? I really want to get at least some commercials in while i’m younger since my eventual goal is to act on film/ tv. I know that you have to be SAG/Union and have an agent to be even considered for television roles which is why I have been trying for an agency but it’s hard when you don’t have experience or referrals. The reason i’ve never taken classes besides the ones offered at school is 100% money (I can barely afford to be in productions at school). I by no means expect become an A-list actor by getting an agent and putting no work in, I just really want to start somewhere in my career and get that door open. I tried backstage, actors access, and other platforms but backstage only has short films near me and actors access seems to prefer union. I know I need training because i’ll get contacted back by an agency due to my self-tape but my cold-read skills aren’t the best. Sorry if I sound green haha no one around me knows about this kinda thing they just support my efforts from afar. Any advice would be gold, thank you!
Which side job is the most optimal for actors? by Fit_Dog_952 • last post Mar 21st
I’m 18 and I’ll be moving to LA this year in August. I’ll be a college student so on top of auditioning on a regular basis I’ll probably have to get a job on the side. Which job would be the most optimal considering auditions and all the time/energy I’ll already be putting into acting?
Found a role (SAG-AFTRA UPA) on Actor’s Access, got invited to audition, but can’t tell if it’s worth the trip, or even legit? by astroharp • last post Mar 21st
I was going to make a trip to NY this weekend for this audition, but before I commit to any decisions, I look up the Director, Producer, Casting Director, etc., to check their credibility. I haven’t found anything about them … I also don’t know if they’re inviting just anyone. I got in touch with the casting director to ask questions like where will this be streamed (don’t know if that’s taboo to ask) but they said they’ll give all the details at the audition. So my question is … is this normal? Should I make the trip or sit this one out due to the lack of transparency?
An Actor is an Entrepreneur by Default by artistsstrategy • last post Mar 21st
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Getting started by StrawberryFay • last post Mar 21st
Howdy hey everybody! I just wanted to stop in here and say hello. I'm new to voice acting (quite literally just getting started) and just wanted to ask a quick question or two. One of the places I had been told about by a friend of mine was Casting Call Club. I understand this is more so a site to just... dip your toes into voice acting and sorta getting used to it, but I still wanted to drop in and ask if there are any particular safety precautions to take when auditioning for some sort of role (paid or unpaid) and if there were other places to look in terms of starting out as a voice actor. I also just wanted to put myself out here and start talking/meeting to other people and connecting with others. I know this post is... more than all over the place, but as said, I'm quite fresh to voice acting and as daunting as this can be, my knowledge is still quite low. Thank you.
Recording a scene? by redsly4 • last post Mar 21st
Hey so I’m not actually an actor hence this very simple question: when recording myself performing a scene that has multiple characters, am I supposed to at-least say every character’s line or am I supposes to pick one and just stop talking as if the other characters are saying their line? Im in college and my major (speech comm) is grouped with the theatre major so I end up taking theatre classes sometimes. I have an assignment to perform a monologue or scene (recording) from “mother courage and her children” but unfortunately that play doesn’t have any monologues (that I know of? I did a basic google search lol I haven’t actually read the play-i know terrible) so I have to pick a scene. The assignment is due tonight and I’m trying to avoid asking my prof this last minute. Thank you!
What pictures/videos should be in a portfolio? by Wisdomking • last post Mar 20th
I want to start working as an extra/small actor (in Germany) Modelling/acting agencies require a portfolio of pictures and videos of myself. I do have a handful of pictures and one video (small commercial I played in). But I realised I need a lot more pictures and seemingly in different situations and from different angles. Each agency has their own requirements. I setup a session with a Photographer friend and want to take a bunch of pictures and maybe short clips. What type of pictures and clips would you say HAVE to be in an acting portfolio? Is their a template we can follow? Thx for the help!
Who are some of the most popular gay/bi male actors currently? by Worldly_Bandicoot120 • last post Mar 20th
In their teens, 20's, and 30's ideally?
Regarding Covid by vanillafudgetwirl • last post Mar 20th
Are a lot of tv/movie sets still requiring weekly testing AND covid shots (and booster?) or are they settling those rules? Just wondering because I’ve been holding off on auditioning for bigger projects (via actors access, which is why i’ve been using backstage) due to that, while many community theaters/even some small short films near me require one or the other (mostly just proof of 2 doses of covid vax) if even.
Why do voice actors / actresses have to do multiple roles in a anime / show by JustSumnerdOnTheWeb • last post Mar 20th
Why is it very limited? they can't just get more?
Should I start writing off my acting purchases? by MaveInfinite • last post Mar 20th
Actors always tell me anything in which I purchase that involves my acting I should write it off on my taxes. Now, I don't do my taxes so i have no idea how to even do that. Should I start?
Adding Agency Rep to Manager? by Alfred Kemp • last post Mar 20th
Hi, I have a wonderful and dedicated manager and am consistently auditioning. What value would be added by signing with an agent to add to my team?
Voice Editing question by Aelazarus • last post Mar 20th
So I was wondering, as a beginner in the whole business/full time hobby as a VA, is voice editing through audacity or Adobe Audition allowed? By editing I mean changing pitches or modifying the sounds themselves? For example, if I make a zombie sound as a base form and I edit it to sound deeper and more gutteral, does it make me more of a sound engineer rather than a voice actor or is it technically allowed? A bit confused...
Who is your favorite actor and why is it Keeanu Reeds? by _Yeetgod • last post Mar 20th
What is your favorite keeanu movie
Best City to move to for a young 18 year old actor? by Astro975 • last post Mar 20th
NYC, LA, or ATL. Of course anywhere I go will be a struggle so don't factor in money just opportunities for an unknown young actor.
How long does it take to get paid for a Sag job? by yo_its_dest • last post Mar 19th
Helllooo So I just worked my first sag job! (I’m non-Union, but sag eligible now!!) Just wanted to see how long actors are usually paid after their finished day? The producer also said usually actors get paid for fittings (Ithink he said day rate). But does this apply for non union? I should just wait n see but I’m eager!!! Thank yalls
When Do I Apply to a Principal Talent Agency? by kidpassion • last post Mar 19th
I have a background in film production, writing and sound editing, so I’m using that for my projects. I’m starting in acting and audition regularly for student films. I get a few callbacks, but mostly rejections at this point. Next month, I’m taking professional acting classes that I will do continuously. I’m shooting a short film with another actor, which is keeping me busy. And I’m filming a few of the opening scenes in the coming weeks. The final edits for that two-minute bit won’t take too long, but it does highlight my dominant style and personality. Our chemistry reads have been going great, and there are a lot of little bits that go beyond the script that was pleasing to see. On Instagram, I started a mini-series that I’ve written out ten episodes for and am filming and editing daily, releasing weekly. My paper resume is short, but it has some experience. My headshots have been professionally done at a studio too. I’ve researched the talent agencies in my area that I’d love to meet, and I’m laser-focused on my top four, but that’s a real shot in the dark, and I don’t want to miss it. Based on this experience, is it too soon for me to apply? If so, when should I consider applying?
Still put “ON AVAIL” same day as testing by padgettjwr • last post Mar 19th
I’ve been put “ON AVAIL” for a commercial for a pretty big company, and today was supposed to be testing for whomever books it. So I expected a an email yesterday to see if I booked it or not, but still no response from casting. My agent contacted them last night but no response and it’s already the morning of the testing day. Is it possible they already contacted the person who got the role yesterday and didn’t send a “release” email to those who didn’t, or they are gonna pick someone the same day as testing? It’s just really frustrating that they would wait the same day as testing to book them, forcing actors to just get up immediately as soon as they get booked. I am just curious of how frequent this happens nowadays.
this is getting real. by Harvo223 • last post Mar 19th
i’ve been acting since i was 8, so for about 10 years, and for as long as i can remember being a professional actor is something i’ve always sort of dreamt about. cut forward to now, i’ve applied to drama schools. sure i’ve been straight rejected from 3, but i have a preliminary call back for one school and i’m going in to another school for an in person, final recall where it’s decided whether i’m given an offer or not. my dreams are slowly coming true and it is the scariest, yet most gratifying thing i think i’ve ever experienced in my life. even if i don’t get in to said schools, there’s still been enough of a response to show me that i have some potential as an actor. i’ve never been more scared, excited yet proud of myself. this has been my first time ever really auditioning for some big league stuff and i’m just in shock that i’ve made it this far. all i’ve ever done in my acting ‘career’ has simply been amateur stuff for the fun of it, so this is an absolutely massive step. i have nobody else who would care to hear this or really understand it so i just wanted to share it here. i’m just bubbling with excitement and anxiety.
What to put for Actors Access notes to CD? by sydeb1 • last post Mar 19th
Hi! I want to apply for a role, and want to write something to the CD. I know it’s not guaranteed they’ll see it, as I’m sure they have a ton of submissions. But I still want to add something, I just have no idea what to put or where to start. Please help! Thanks :)