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again, would love to connect with other young actors by -deepsri • last post Mar 15th
I'm a young adult looking for others who also need virtual readers. I currently need a male reader. Please DM. Thankyou ♡
Vent/Are any other actors getting a lot of dropped pins & holds since covid? by StampyJunior • last post Mar 15th
Using a burner account. Before covid, I always booked when I was pinned for a role. Since covid, I keep getting pins and availability checks, sometimes at the last minute, for which I clear my schedule, and then....nothing. I have to reach out to my reps who check with casting to find out I'm not working. I'm getting the suspicion that they're getting actors to clear their schedules as a standby for roles who've auditioned/been called back for in case the actor cast for the role fails the covid test. Frankly, this is starting to piss me off. I have to keep my schedule flexible and open, at personal expense since having a day job would keep me from being available the next day at the last minute. At this point, I'm starting to get resentful that I am essentially a stand-by for covid testing and not getting compensated for it, much less the courtesy of being told I'm no longer on hold. I'd really like to know if other actors on my level (costar, occasional small recurring or guest star) are experiencing anything similar?I know how fortunate I am to have these opportunities, that casting recognizes my talents and abilities, that I'm being seen for this stuff, because I spent many years as an actor "out in the cold" without reps, so I know all of that. But if I'm going broke keeping my schedule available for well-funded shows who are taking advantage of this, it's undermining my enthusiasm for doing it at all. Thanks for the feedback, or just for the listen.
Agent Queries (UK) by booboothefewl • last post Mar 15th
I am a new actor who after training and a few credits has started looking for an agent to progress in my career. A lot of my close friends in the industry don’t have agents either so when it came to advice I used the internet. A massive point of advice was to specify which agents you would like to submit to with each agency- which for was already difficult, as an green actor I’m not very picky and didn’t know how to choose. Either way I managed to do so and sent a emails out a day ago. I have now received an email of confirmation for one agency, that my submission has been received and will be sent to all agents, even though in my email I addressed to two specific agents. My question is will it significantly ruin my chances with the other agents at the agency if I’ve addressed my email to specific agents? (Also fellow Uk actors how long did u have to wait to hear back from the gent that signed you?)
Cdn Actors with US rep: how did you get yours? by iamfeelingshy • last post Mar 15th
Curious as to how actors secured their US rep, did you have an 0-1 visa already? What were the steps?
Actors/Actresses - Challenges You’ve Faced and How You Overcame Them? by haley_actress • last post Mar 15th
What are some challenges that you as an actor have faced and how did you overcome them?
Is This Enough? (Cover Letter) by kidpassion • last post Mar 15th
Last year, I met a VP of a giant film company, and through that, I befriended a lot of the cast for a film. I currently keep in touch with them, and they’re verified on social media, and some even signed to a major record label. I was the designated behind-the-scenes photographer in a movie referred to by the VP, but my heart is in acting. (Photos have yet to be released and are pending clearance.) I’m starting in acting, and the only thing I have on my resume are independent projects (self-produced)—Theatre stuff from high school and my upcoming acting classes. I have an online series that I collaborate with other actors which helps on the social media front, but I’m still contemplating on submitting myself to principal agents. Especially since I don’t have a sufficient demo reel. I’ve written a witty cover letter that gets to the point but has my style and tone. I’ve selected four agencies I would love to meet. However, I don’t know if my connection with the VP would help in this situation. In my cover letter draft, I included the opportunity I had to work that set and how I was referred by the VP. But, I don’t know if that works to my advantage since it’s not acting related. (Or is it?) I am fortunate to have all these famous friends but does it really benefit me if I add that to my cover letter and try submitting with only a small resume and professional headshots?
Do I add a music video to my acting resume? by lobstahfi • last post Mar 15th
So I've been googling for the past half hour and can't get a satisfactory response, should I add a music video role to my resume? This particular video only had two actors and I had a very decent amount of screen time. If so, how do I add it? I apologize if this is a stupid question, I'm just very confused.
What are the best alternatives to BTVA Casting Call now that it no longer exists? by QCBJS • last post Mar 15th
While not having the best vocal range myself, I used to love being involved with projects on Behind the Voice Actors, it was not only a great way to develop a network, but it was fun and motivational as well. It essentially kick started my journey towards becoming a freelance producer and consultant for large names such as The Living Tombstone and Jananimations. Does anybody know what the best alternatives are that come close to the way Casting Call operated? basically it allowed you to upload a project, character and script, and anyone would be able to upload a recording of their voice to tryout for that character. All free of charge.
Actors Access talent link - management company red flag? by ComfortableSecurity1 • last post Mar 14th
Hello! I'm just wondering if it's a red flag if a management company doesn't have a website/Facebook page, and doesn't have much social media presence (or online presence period)? I was contacted through the Actor's Access talent link by a management company, and since it's my first time contacting a manager I was just looking for some context about what might be considered normal! I've also heard to be slightly wary of talent link, so want to make sure I'm walking in as clear-eyed as possible. On IMDBPro they seem legit - appear to have about 150 clients who work a good amount, definitely at a tier above where I'm working now. I'm just concerned about the lack of website and general online presence? I can't seem to find much information on them beyond LinkedIn, Insta and IMDBPro. 150 clients also seems like it might be a lot for a management company - though that's just from a little google research, I could be very wrong. Also, they're in LA and I'm in NY - though that seems like it might not matter so much. Thanks so much!
Are vocals tweaked a tiny bit? I don't know how to phrase it but hear me out. by chobibi • last post Mar 14th
I know voice actors can tweak their voices for their roles but I'm asking about the process when, for example, a live action actor does their first va job and they sound a little bit different than their usual voice. A different pitch is often what I notice and I wonder if that is simply done in the editing process.
All the way to the bank... by Lisandro Boccacci • last post Mar 14th
"I was at lunch with an actor friend when one of those alerts came over his phone for a casting that matched his online profile. He opened the message and followed the link to the breakdown, and started reading aloud: "this guy's a loser. A schlub. A sad sack whose mere presence makes everyone else uncomfortable. He's losing his hair and gaining a gut. He cant win." We looked at each other and burst into laughter. " Yeah. I go out for this guy all the time, " he said. I asked, " how do you take that, emotionally, when you're not in such a good place, and those words land in your inbox?" We looked at each other, then after a beat, both said, " take it all the way to the bank" I say that phrase a lot. I also add the phrase, "wipe your tears with hundred-dollar bills,' sometimes because the visual is so delicious. " --- From a book I'm reading, thought I share a paragraph...its good stuff.
Any actors in the Tupelo area? by Shortestfilm • last post Mar 14th
Looking for actors,crew,etc I can work with!
Talent Agencies by Prestigious_Poet_372 • last post Mar 14th
Do actors *need* talent agencies to be successful.If not who are some examples of famous people without them.
need a female reader? I need a male one too this week. by -deepsri • last post Mar 14th
Preferably teen/young male actors, can you please DM me?
Been offered two roles... by throwaway6383957380 • last post Mar 14th
I was cast in a one act play for a festival a few weeks back, got told that I "nailed it" and that noone else who auditioned really understood the part. The play is a short comedy that includes an almost cartoonish female lead, whom I play. I decided to keep auditioning for roles even though we've now had one read-through and one rehearsal because I figured it's good practice and I can get out there and make connections with directors. I've now been offered a supporting role in the Torch Song Trilogy, with a fantastic director who seems to really respect her actors input. During the audition we had an almost hour long conversation about the play and the part, and the opportunity as a queer woman to be part of a play that meant so much to my community is wild. The two plays have overlapping performance dates, and professionalism is telling me I have already agreed to be in the one-acter, but I selfishly want to pull out and take the new part. Any advice on what to do?
I don't know what part. by Leopard_Narrow • last post Mar 14th
A director told me he wants me to join the team as a actor. It's a short film about human trafficing. I digg the story cause it's a huge problem for refugees. Anyways fast forward i have a online introduction upcoming friday with the team they work with. Does it happen more often that you can step into a project but that the director still don't know exacly what part he will give you?
CD follows you on social media after a callback, what does it mean? by Both_Host_3040 • last post Mar 13th
i know we are supposed to let it go after a callback, but auditioned for a big role last week on streaming network. they said my tape was going forward to producers, then i haven’t heard a thing and it’s been a week. then a few weeks ago the casting director i met and read with started following me on instagram! what does that mean? that i’m in contention still? or that i am out of contention but that she wants to keep tabs on my work? haha. for context i am an atlanta based actor just had callback for series regular last week
Casting for student film question by MrLeakyToaster • last post Mar 13th
I’m casting a role for an unpaid student short film (travel compensation, lunch and plenty of yummy craft services provided). Only issue is I would need a non union 30 something classically trained actor who would be able to commit to that for two days of filming. I suppose the key is that the character could stray into scene chewing without a good actor. I don’t quite trust my directing ability yet to make a mediocre or bad actor shine. Is this impossible criteria to aim for? I’m sure it is but thought I might as well see what people think. Also “student film” as in young filmmaker but not connected to a school so I wouldn’t be able to go to faculty for help. Thanks!
How can you tell if you would make it in this industry? by heavensoul • last post Mar 13th
Sorry this might be a stupid question, ever since I was a teenager (now 24) I always watched so many movies and series and was so passionate about acting I always thought about it but never really considered it as an option because I never believed I could become a good actor including voice acting etc and felt like it’s too much stuff that I don’t know nor do I have experience I always noticed that I imitate a certain character after every series or movie I watch that I feel like that character is close to how I am in real life, I would act random scenarios dramatic ones in front of the camera but I never truly considered it I guess Can you please share your thoughts