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Help with ACTRA needed!! by Legal-Past9101 • last post Nov 9th
Hi all, To keep it short and simple, our team is working on a digital media production and is required to hire talent under ACTRA. We have limited experience with this since we typically opt to work directly with talent. We require a handful of voiceover actors to do a script which is already created for a 60sec spot. Anyone available to chat? We have lots of questions on how to get started and need some guidance on how to navigate through ACTRA. Please send a message if you may! Much thanks!
How do YOU support yourself during a conservatory/acting program? by cocoagirl88 • last post Nov 9th
Hi all! I've got a bit of a silly question here but I am genuinely curious... I currently work full-time as a graphic designer – went to uni for Design and have been working in the field for about 3 years now, not including internships worked throughout college – all of this is to say design is clearly my full-time career. I was a very active performer throughout elementary school, middle school, and high school - but did not consider attending an acting program for uni. Now I am really missing that world, and have been seriously considering doing a deep dive back into acting & performing, BUT am having a tough time understanding how actors can support themselves while attending full-time conservatories that cost around 17K a year? I obviously worked part-time at stores and restaurants throughout college (as I imagine many do while attending grad school/conservatories/programs etc.) but have a hard time seeing that as enough income to support oneself while also attending classes for 18-25 hours a week, AND trying to pay for rent in a city like LA or NYC. Can someone make it make sense? How do YOU personally support yourself? Do you freelance? Do you work in restaurants? Do your parents support you? Do you save up in advance? Etc. etc. Thanks so much!
Does anyone have insight on how Eco-Cast works on the CD's end? by aznednacni • last post Nov 9th
So when you're logged into Actors Access, there's a dropdown at the top for auditions, then you can go to Eco-Cast auditions, and choose either current or archived. I always assumed that when one moves from current to archived, then that means they've passed on you. It's been good for my mental health to stop checking haha, but that's a different conversation. But then it happened recently that an audition got moved to archived, but I continued receiving the automatic message updates as they changed the submission deadline. Why would I have continued to get updates after it got moved to archived? I guess the question is, what does it really mean when an audition moves from current to archived?
Any advice for Drama school by Epicmonster5601 • last post Nov 9th
So I’m 17 currently turning 18 next august so at the moment I’m currently signing up for drama schools and unis atm, mainly centred in London as that’s where I wanna study acting to become an even better actor and work my way into the industry after that. I’ve done really well for myself I think. In the past year I got casted as Roger for Lord of the Flies, I played Eric in bouncers, I’ve got chosen to do a Christmas solo piece at the Christmas show where I live, I got asked to do a promotional video for my colleges acting course. Im really proud of myself as I used to be super insecure, self conscious and shy but ever since doing acting I’ve come out of my shell a lot more. I just got casted as the lead role in a short war film too. I’ve really enjoyed doing acting and I wanna take it further which is why i wanna go to drama school. Does anyone have any tips for going into places like London Central, RADA and Bristol old vic.
How much training does one need to land a job? by secretwep • last post Nov 9th
Hello, I really want to build my career in voice acting, and after doing some research, I've come to understand that professional training is very important (some websites like Bodalgo even make that a requirement). So, I was just wondering: how much training is adequate and considered professional training? I am seeing a lot of online courses from many voice actors (some of which very well-known) with varying price ranges and types, like yearly subscriptions for $1000 dollars, monthly subscriptions for $150 each, or one-day online workshops for around $200... So many options but I don't want to spend too much (but also not too little, of course). It's kinda tough browsing and choosing the right offerings for coaching in terms of value. EDIT: Some minor grammatical/semantic edits. EDIT 2: I just joined this subreddit, but I gotta say, I'm loving it already. Very supportive. Thanks so much for the help folks!
Resident status for Toronto-based productions by CanadianonOPT • last post Nov 9th
Hi all; quick question: I'm a professional Canadian actor with rep in LA and Toronto. Some casting directors in Canada have inquired about me "paying taxes in Ontario" due to the production tax breaks, which I currently don't! (I'm currently living with my family in Alberta to save money and chip away at my student loans lol). Is there any workaround for this, e.g. paying a Torontonian friend's utility bills to use as proof, incorporating myself...? I'm going to move to Ontario in the next couple of years once I have more funds but am looking for a solution before then! Suggestions are welcome!
Booked my first job! by KrendleStaven • last post Nov 9th
[link to my demo](https://voice123.com/voice-actor/joshuatimothyteodoro) After three years of coaching and many auditions I’ve finally booked. It feels redeeming after all of the hard work and dollars. All I can say is, imposter syndrome is a real thing and it slowed me down since demo completion. Not really knowing if I was any good. So hearing that I booked based on demo alone and then they love the first take is a huge sigh of relief. I have pushed hard and have the best coach in the business. Voice over has really made me take a step back and look at myself. Learning who you are can be a struggle. This entire endeavor has been so therapeutic in that realm. To get into a secondary reality I need to know who I am first and foremost. It’s not the biggest job in the world but it’s the biggest job I’ve ever booked! Thanks for listening!
Is Sag membership important by laferrari2020 • last post Nov 9th
How important is Sag membership for beginning actors? Do you receive much more work with Sag membership?
Trans voice actor? by JohanWq • last post Nov 9th
Hi! I'm recruiting voice actors for several characters in an upcoming mobile moba-esque game. We're aiming for a lot of diversity amongst our characters, which means they are from all over the world and from many walks of life. One of them is a transman from Brazil and I really want to find an actual trans actor to portray them. One who is Brazillian or speaks Brazilian Portuguese would be fantastic, but if I have to choose, trans representation wins. I found [this old thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/VoiceActing/comments/an9wcb/voice_acting_and_gender_transition/) asking for trans voice actors, but is there anyone where who might guide me on where to look or who can spread the word? Or better yet, would be able to fill the role? The script is 400-500 words (estimated 3 minutes of finished recording) and up to $500, depending on experience, talent, and sound quality. It will be a live-directed session. As the game will be released worldwide once out of alpha, this will be a complete buyout for use of the audio. Provided the game takes off as we hope, there will be more work in the future.
How Do I take my First Small Step into a Larger World? by omershriki122 • last post Nov 9th
Hey guys! This is my first time posting on Reddit after a long time of just being a reader. I'm 21 years old and like most people following this subreddit I'd like to find my way of entering the film making industry in hopes of being and actor and filmmaker. My main problem is I have about 0 connections to this industry and all I know about it comes from research online and social media (Reddit, Instagram, Twitter ect.). I'd love to hear some stories on how people here started out cause I'm kind of in the blue and have a ton of energy that I'd love to know how to put to good use. Thanks in advance!
Just got pinned for a role 14 years younger than me. by CuspChaser111 • last post Nov 9th
Don't let 'age' in scripts throw you. I had two other actresses this year tell me I am 'crazy' to think I could get cast as younger - but I was being sincere when I said I get cast in a variety of age ranges - and I just got pinned for a role that requires a woman to be in her 20s. I am glad I didn't listen to them because many POC have a bit more options when it comes to age ranges they play. What I did is focus on the 'essence' of the person in the script and try to bring it to life as best I could. (Also I have learned when I refer to a 'character' in the script as a 'person' instead it helps me ground my auditions more.)
Why are there so many assholes in this industry? by _Suumcuique_ • last post Nov 9th
I mean I love it, dont get me wrong. But like sometimes I feel that there are too many assholes in this industry. ​ I also work in sales and theres many assholes too but recently I spent time with a friend who works with education in a school and we went to her friends birthday. Most people being those who work in the medical or education industry. Now of course there were definitely some flaws but people just seemed more humble and laid back. ​ In the film industry, holy dogshit, its a hailstorm of asshole people. But I deal with it because I love working with films, love certain directors, certain actors, etc... and of course, we have a great energy that you dont see anywhere else. ​ Theres also a lot of these "silent expectations" from people. They're always expecting you to do something for them but dont want to flat out say it.
Emotional Support for Actors by Ninjamowgli • last post Nov 9th
Greetings Fam!! I hope everyone is having fun with their passion for storytelling. I have worked as an actor for over 15 years. I am not famous. I do not make millions of dollars. As a matter of fact I took this entire year off from acting to try and better understand the work and see if it is really something I want in my life anymore. AMA
What credit for a non-speaking role in a re-enactment for a documentary/true crime show? by ActingGrad • last post Nov 9th
I'm unclear how a role like this is credited. I was recently cast in a non-union true crime show, playing a real named person who was part of the crime, re-enacting the events. I don't speak on screen--instead there is narration over the top of several of us acting out the events. Is a part like that a background actor, a featured background actor, or an actor? I'm going to do the part for the money regardless, but I'm not clear if I can put it on my resume. Thanks in advance!
How to have a fake name ? by Living_Bee_6344 • last post Nov 9th
I don't want to use my real name as an actress, but isn't it complicated when it comes to signing contracts and stuff ? Like, do I put my real name on a contract, or my fake name, or both ? Does anyone here uses a different name in their job than in their private life ?
Filipino Actor: Seeing yourself on tv is surreal by Pleural_Mesothelioma • last post Nov 8th
18M I’ve been working in the performance/entertainment industry for 6 years. I’m currently part of the main cast of a big budget tele novela. I’ve acted on tv in recent years and have performed live concerts for the longest time. It’s still such a surreal experience seeing yourself next to big names, working with directors and technical crew, exchanging ideas with fellow actors, and lastly (I know my youth is showing) kissing a celebrity. Crazy stuff. It feels like just yesterday I was selling candy on the street. I love my craft and I love my job
Does video quality on Actors Access get worse when you upload your media? by gosh_sammit • last post Nov 8th
I am uploading a new performance onto my Actors Access (AA) profile and noticed that the video quality gets worse when viewing it via AA. I was wondering if anyone else has noticed when they upload their media onto the site. I'm not sure if I need to switch up the format when I export my media onto AA or if AA needs improvement on their end... Anyway if anyone has any thoughts or helpful advice I would love to hear about it. Appreciate the help!
HELP ME FIND MY ACTOR TYPE by rosehustler21 • last post Nov 8th
Hello everyone! Every year the seniors in my acting program complete these surveys to help “type” or “brand” us in regards to the TV/FILM industry. If you could take a look at these photos and answer the questions it would be a huge help for me! [Brand Survey](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCjxHlbsGTOgujK1a2d9kP9OPfWlcgz-tSALIXHh8NtIIRKA/viewform)
Need some comforting. by guyfromthestore • last post Nov 8th
Sorry for my english, its not my native language. Im not shure if this is the right place to post this but im feeling kind off lost rightnow and need some comforting. I am an aspiring actor and my first play as a paid actor in a big theater is premiering on Friday. Needless to say its a pretty big deal for me. Today the director whom i like a lot got tested positive for covid and now we arent shure if we can proceed to play on friday and even if we can it will be a very bumpy road to get there on friday. Especialy for me because shes some sort off mentor to me and we still have some things to work on. I also feel very bad for her because she has been working on this play for a long time and even if we can play on friday she wont be able to be there. I was already pretty nervous for the Premiere and this is Crushing me right now.