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Future voice actors for Verosika Mayday's crew in Helluva Boss. Let my know what you think. by strangealiendialect • last post Oct 5th
Tired of LA, How's Vancouver? by CaptoObvo • last post Oct 5th
Anyone know what casting opportunities are like in Vancouver? I thought the competition would be highly trained and skilled in LA, I was ready to compete but it's just about numbers here. Actors here aren't more talented, the opposite in fact. It's just flooded with untrained, inexperienced time wasters. It makes luck a much bigger factor than skill and I hate it. I was doing better in SF, booking pretty much every audition I got, but there wasn't much going on. I'm thinking Vancouver next.
I'm 19 close to London and want to get into acting. How? by blaikalva • last post Oct 5th
I'll try to keep it brief. I am an aspiring actor located in the south of England. I'm 19 years old and would like to start now, and work my way up. I don't have much experience, theatre as a kid, I have been an extra so have been on a television set. Financially I don't really have much saved up, and I'd be willing to start out with small roles. I'm just unsure how to get into the industry and would appreciate some advice. Is my location OK? I can't really leave England or Europe right now.
question about agents/casting subscriptions by Nesquik_kicks • last post Oct 5th
Will an agent tell you to sign up for those casting subscriptions such as casting network,casting workbook or actors access? And that comes out of you own pocket correct?, that is fine and normal right? Or the agency pays for that? And do you have the option to pay monthly or annual if it’s out your own pocket do they tell you to sign up for more than one and how much would it usually cost? Thanks and Sorry for all the questions.
Paid voice acting gig for a new podcast by mikehooker2004 • last post Oct 5th
Hi I am launching a new podcast that is focused on people who have had encounters with aliens. Some of my guests are happy to be interviewed but don't want their voice or identity being public for fear of ridicule, they are ok with their story being told as an alias with a voice actor. I'm unsure of what the going rate is for voice acting but this would be no more than 1 hour and I'm willing to pay up to $50 USD for that hour, it would need to be done after 9pm EST (only time I have peace and quiet) within the next 2 weeks. It would be done over Skype and I'd like to think everyone in here has a decent quality microphone. Currently I am looking for a female voice actor with an American accent, preferable to be from the New England area but not a deal breaker.
Second income? by Strict_Carpenter_661 • last post Oct 5th
Since acting is really difficult to make money out of unless your amongst the top actors, does most people here have regulars jobs or do they work extra roles or small acting jobs to get by?
Eco Cast Audition - No Sides - What do I send? by writerinneedofadvice • last post Oct 4th
Newbie here, please help. I got invited to do an Eco Cast Audition on Actors Access, however, there are no sides attached and the audition instructions read: "Will C-Mail for any additional media." What am I supposed to send? A demo reel, a monologue, a scene? The word "additional" certainly makes it seem like I should be sending something. If it makes a difference this is for a commercial.
How do you create larger-than-life characters? by Clean_Eye_622 • last post Oct 4th
When I research acting, I keep seeing how to create a more realistic character, their goals, etc. And I'm great at connecting with realistic and dynamic characters and fleshing them out. But what I need to know is how do you create more larger-than-life/comedic/over-the-top characters just from reading a script? Especially when it comes to your typical villains, like the type you might see in a cartoon or theatre, or kids show - ex. Glenn Close as Cruella de Vil. For example, When I was in the Wiz, I ( and the director) thought I could come off as a bit boring, even performing ensemble roles. To be honest I thought the script was just boring. But there were some actors who could really bring these characters/scripts to life in a very entertaining way that I just didn't know how to. Or when I was cast as the god of death in Once on this Island, I couldn't figure out what to do with myself... I didn't want to copy the original actress's performance, as fantastic as it was, and whatever I tried, it kinda felt like I was being cringy/trying too hard. I can be more dramatic or over-the-top with more realistic characters because I can kinda just amplify some elements of myself or people I know, and it's entertaining. But how am I suppose to connect with something so much more larger-than-life, like a god of death? How do I come up with their physicality or voice, or attitude, etc? How can I make that entertaining???
Does anyone know the SAG rate for a fitting? by TimPrice2 • last post Oct 4th
I know background SAG actors are paid $45 for a two hour fitting if it occurs on a non-work day. What are regular actors paid? I'm not an actor, but I have an actor who's doing a fitting and I don't know what I'm supposed to pay them. I've been googling and can't find it. I don't want to pull a number out of thin air and end up underpaying them if there's a normal rate.
Trying to help my wife! by AaronTheDort • last post Oct 4th
Hello, I’m not sure if this is the right subreddit, so please let me know if it’s not and where I can go. Anyway, as the title suggests I am trying to help my wife. She is an aspiring actress currently in L.A. She has been auditioning for anything she can get her hands on through all the main online listing sites. She has done a few short films and a couple student films, but wants to do more. She has also taken multiple classes to continue to grow her craft. After doing research into how to get better potential jobs, I found that getting a manager or agent is the way to go. So the advice I am looking for is how can I assist her in this process, or what should she really be doing to get a manger or agent. She has submitted to some but has only heard back from one, and it was a no. Are there any tips that could help her? Or that I could use to help her? Thank you in advance any help would be greatly appreciated!!
I need help- by Diligent-Noise5880 • last post Oct 4th
So, I was contacted by a director after seeing my cattle call audition to audition specifically for her show. This is an amazing opportunity but I'm a tad apprehensive because the role she has called me for is that of a Brazillian maid. I am not Brazillian but I do have 6 years of experience speaking Spanish, and many people when they look at me assume I'm mixed due to my hair (it's extremely curly). I don't know my background but I do know I never grew up in a Latinx household. Would it be wrong of me to accept the audition and go out for the role? Most of the actors I've seen playing the part have been white and seemingly aren't Latinx but obviously, you can't tell if someone is by how they look because you can be white and Latinx. Please help- I don't want to do anything offensive/harmful to anyone. It would amazing part to have but again I would hate to do something shitty. I had one person whom I know who's Cuban that said they thought it was okay, but I really need more opinions. (This is cross-posted)
Which city has more opportunities for new actors: Atlanta, GA or New York’s Metropolitan Area, NY? by Palomomomo • last post Oct 4th
As a recent graduate with a Fashion Business degree and various job offers from company’s located in the aforementioned cities, I plan to attend an Acting School (most likely remotely) while also applying to as many Casting Calls as possible, attending Modelling Photoshoots, submitting auditions, honing my repertoire and perhaps make some connections along the way. I have never had any real formal training as of yet, and have only acted in one short thriller film (back in 2016) and you’re odd high school play lol Either way, wherever my day job beckons me, I’m incredibly excited for the road ahead. I’m 200% committed to retaining as much knowledge as I can to improve my craft and immerse myself in an infinite surplus of genres and projects from all kinds of bona fide directors.
What's the Average Audition-to-Gig Ratio for Voice Actors? by Juuggyy • last post Oct 4th
I was talking to a voice acting veteran and he told me he gets 1 Gig for every 10 or so auditions he does. And I met another guy who told me he gets 1 for every 50. I'm completely lost as to what's normal in this industry. What do you guys think?
TypeCastMe: Headshot Critique Site by underestimatedbutton • last post Oct 4th
I'm not actually looking for headshot feedback, so I hope it's okay to post this, but I recently came across [TypeCastMe](https://typecastme.com/). I couldn't find previous mentions of it on the sub and thought people here might find value in it :) Basically, actors upload their headshots, which site visitors can then evaluate for their percieved age range, ethnicity, and profession/lifestyle, as well as if the photo seems professionally shot and outdated or up-to-date. The actor that posted the picture then gets the feedback broken down I statistics/percentages to review. I'm finding it really useful to see a variety of headshots with the opportunity to start looking at them critically, through casting's eyes. I'm simultaneously feeling a lot better about my own headshots and identifying places where I can refine them for my next set, lol. It's a little like a game and is rather addicting. I do think the lifestyle/profession options are a little lacking, and I wish there were a way to comment or say if a headshot is actually, you know, *good*, but I think it's a nice starting point for type research and studying headshots. If you're interested in spending any time playing around on the site, I reccomend starting a (free) account; if you're not logged in, something about the algorithm will just cycle through the most recently posted pictures over and over again. If you're signed in, though, the system tracks which photos you've reviewed - and for every 50, you get a credit to upload your own picture *without* the $5 fee they advertise. It's also much easier to navigate on the desktop site, rather than on a mobile device. Anyway, I'm having fun with it, and I thought you guys might, too :)
Can you book a co-star, guest star etc on major projects without being SAG-E? by xoaku • last post Oct 3rd
I’ve auditioned for co-stars and guest stars on major shows and recently a fellow actor told me that CD’s basically throw the submission in the trash if the actor isn’t at least SAG eligible. Is that true? Besides background work and taft harley, can you become SAG eligible if you book a SAG ultra low budget or micro low budget project? What are the odds of a non union actor booking such a role?
Always wanted to be an actor. by PillowAssasin • last post Oct 3rd
As the title says, I felt that it’s something I always wanted to do but never pursued it. Felt that I needed to pursue other things to make family happy and now I’m at the point where I feel I have nothing to lose but to go for it. I would love to find a position to be an understudy or for lack of better words being an apprentice under somebody. Any direction or thoughts on how to make this happen?
Acting skills stagnant after 10 years by Bank-thr0waway • last post Oct 3rd
I've been trying to become an actor for 10 years. My performances from 10 years ago are about the same as my performances today. Despite spending thousands of dollars worth of classes, my acting skills have remained stagnant. I've only slightly improved, but when I've looked back at mmt own work, it feels like I started acting 3 months ago instead of 10 years ago. And mind you, this was after years worth of classes at different schools and thousands of dollars spent. Much of it was spent at multiple community college acting classes in multiple cities, since that was all I could afford given my bad financial situation, but I had also studied at with an adult group class at a private acting school. And all of this was after years of doing my own research and studying on the side. I've only done 6 community/school theatre productions in the past 10 years, 2 amateur V.O. roles, and 3 student films, 2 that I wrote myself. First of all, how does this even happen? And is there any way to change course from here?
Uk skilled worker visa for actors by Ok_Explanation_2317 • last post Oct 3rd
I'm planing to go to film academy, which isn't a university but rather a 2 year course,in my home country in EU and after I finsh I will apply for a UK visa because I want to work there. My question is how do I find a sponsorskip after just an acting course, without TV nor movie credits?
Would it bother you if a production used a "cheap" looking camera? by TimPrice2 • last post Oct 3rd
I produce small, micro-budget projects. I have another one coming up in two weeks that is nothing but actors sitting in a single, studio location speaking directly into a camera (it's an usual project). I've been planning on using my Sony ZV-1 as my camera. I've tested it extensively and the quality of video I get is very good. I'm perfectly happy with it. The problem is, I just got done casting this project and I got some very, very experienced actors on board. I was not expecting to get people this big. Several of them have even produced projects with much larger budgets than mine. I'm worried about having these professionals speaking into what looks like a point and shoot camera. I'm considering a last minute upgrade to something a little more expensive looking like a GH5 just for appearance sake. The actual quality of footage isn't an issue. What are your thoughts? Would it bother you if you showed up on a tiny set and the producer was using a Sony ZV-1 (it's a very small vlogger camera)? Would a slightly larger mirrorless make you feel better even if it isn't logical? I'd appreciate your thoughts.
If I have child voice actors in my animation show will I have to replace them every season or so? by BobsBurgerLove • last post Oct 3rd
A lot of child voice actors get replaced by season in animated shows so will I have to have them replaced every season?