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Advice for Actors in Toronto (Please help) by aanabella01 • last post Sep 23rd
My agent has a girl who looks exactly like me and while she says that we look and have different backgrounds, it really feels like she has sidetracked me. Has anyone dealt with this and also, has anyone asked their agents to show them the list of things they are being submitted for? If so, how is the nice way to ask them?
Balencing an acting and school life by Connor_XT • last post Sep 23rd
I'm Sixteen and ive been doing theatre acting sense i was around four or five. Its always been my biggest passion and i always wanted to make it on the "big screen" as an actor Just a month or so ago, i applied to a talent agency for extras, as i just wanted to get a feel of what its like working on set before trying to get bigger roles I got the comformation two days ago that ive been booked for a netflix show, and i got another email today telling me ive been booked for another netflix show early tomorrow morning (very late notice
Voice Amplifiers for Actors by Hmmmwww • last post Sep 23rd
I am working at an event where I have to move through space and talk over loud music in costume. Everyone else is just yelling, but I'm killing my voice every night that the event takes place and I looked for some alternatives. I found voice amplifiers and I bought a ZOWEETEK Portable Rechargeable Mini Voice Amplifier. I think it'll work fine for the job. I wear the speaker under my clothes and talk into the headset and it just gives me a little extra boost over the music. I need a headset that isn't as obvious as the one that the Voice Amp came with though. I was looking for a lav like people use in large theaters (lav attached to a pack that talks to the theater sound system, and the lav is taped to the actor's cheek). I bought a cheap Lav (PoP voice Professional Lavalier Lapel Microphone) but the moment I connect the lav to the voice amp I get wild, terrible feedback. Any suggestions for me? How do I eliminate this feedback? Is there another specific incognito lav I could use? I'd love to keep my budget under $100 for the whole project. I'm afraid that I will have to quit this job that I love if I can't figure out a solution and the team won't be able to work with me to figure anything out that connects to the larger audio system. Thank you so so much for giving this a thought for me!
[PAID] Mexican Voice Actress Needed For Pilot Animation $84 by chwippy • last post Sep 22nd
Our animation team is in need of a voice actress for a tomboy high school student of Mexican background. All of her lines are in English. An American accent is preferable, since she was raised in America. She has twelve lines in the script, so we are offering $7 per line for a total of $84. Please have demos of previous work prepared if you are interested in the role. ONLY ACTRESSES OF MEXICAN BACKGROUND WILL BE CONSIDERED. Thanks in advance! <:
Trying to understand this sub by Qiofoeieuwiwhuwjsegh • last post Sep 22nd
Am I correct in my understanding that amateur/hobbyist actors posting here, posting their non-audition monologues etc. are not particularly welcome? If so, then I understand. The first video I posted here, hoping to get feedback, recieved one dislike and zero comments in 2 days. I'm trying to figure out the reason: *Abysmal acting? I doubt it, but the Dunning-Kruger effect could be in action, I won't dismiss that option *That I filmed myself with a potato? *That this is a subreddit for professional actors only? And if this is not the place for me, where could I get feedback from? any particular forums you know of? Many thanks :) Steven, professional concert pianist, composer, singer and aspiring amateur actor
This might sound like a dumb question... by galacticliz30 • last post Sep 22nd
Do you have to be a certain height to be a voice actor? (I'm 5'1, ik right lol) I'm thinking about this career and was curious. I think voice acting is so cool especially when they do motion capture.
Negotiating a commercial extension as a non-union actor with no rep. by CliffOliver • last post Sep 22nd
I booked a regional commercial a few months ago that has impressed the client that they want to put the commercial on cable in two markets and potentially nationwide. They sent me the rates and they seem reasonable, but I think there’s wiggle room to negotiate for more. I understand that they can say no to any proposal, but if you were to negotiate in good faith what would be an appropriate amount/increase to ask for?
What type of work other than acting can a Degree in Acting be usefull for? by yafugginfruit • last post Sep 22nd
I went to drama school in the UK about 5 years ago and completed a BA Hons in Acting. Given how the last few years has made this already difficult industry even worse, I am thinking of calling it quits on the acting. Are there any fields that my degree would be a bonus in? I often hear that most agents began as actors, some TV presenters too. Any ideas as to where I could earn a living?
International actors in non-english speaking countries (specifically Japanese actors but asking any) by I_am_u_as_r_me • last post Sep 22nd
I’ve always wondered if an American actor or actress would benefit more from an over seas market. Do you find this to be true? Assuming an actor learns the language of the native land and assuming that country has a film industry. It is a guess but it seems like there would be potential less competition as far as casting, yes there would be potentially fewer roles but way less competition than in the US.
Advice for a project by CStarling4 • last post Sep 22nd
For my Art Entrepreneurship, I have to create a hypothetical business that has to do with my major, that being theatre. I finally came up with an idea and wanted to hear opinions. Again this isn’t a real business, it’s hypothetical. A casting company for everyone, big directed to women, lgbt, disabled and minorities. Being be three of those I thought this would be a good business. But I’d love to hear feedback. My first idea was coming up with a website. One that is inviting, promoted by popular actors who got those ideals, the site being easy to navigate including larger text, text to speech and subtitles on any videos or pictures.
stage names by alleglorys7 • last post Sep 22nd
i was recently thinking about acquiring a stage name for many reasons. firstly because i have an ethnic name (first name is very close to the english alternate and surname is only 4 letters but people still struggle) so i don’t want to deal with people constantly mispronouncing it. do actors usually change their full name or just their surname? and do actors ever receive hate for changing their real name (especially ethnic actors)? if you guys could give a name to a 18 year old female, meditteranean looking with curly/wavy hair and distinct features what pops into your mind?
I want to be an actor but I have bad acne by KrymIsHere • last post Sep 22nd
I know this is a frequently asked question but what do I do?
LA auditions-Actors Access, Backstage etc (pre Covid!) by lindtwa09 • last post Sep 21st
For acting auditions in LA (pre covid, I know things are weird now), when submitting online to sites like these: 1-how many auditions on average did you get invited to a wk/month? 2-what was the turn around time or lead time that you usually got? (same day in 2 hours? 2 wks out? the day before?)
Any Atlanta Actors here? by soz_babe • last post Sep 21st
After several mental breakdowns I am finally taking my leap of faith into acting. Any advice and for those taking/taken acting classes, what class do you recommend?
Is it a bad idea to reach out to agents and/or managers if you have training and a reel, but no professional credits? by Full_Temperature_179 • last post Sep 21st
I have no professional acting credits. I’ve been in 2 student films, paid to have a scene made with a great company in LA, and I have a few acting clips that I made with other actors from my school. I think my reel looks awesome, but I’m 22 years old and I have no real credits. Is it too soon to reach out to managers and/or agents?
SAG Question by MrLeakyToaster • last post Sep 21st
I’m an aspiring actor/director and I don’t have my SAG card yet. Could I become SAG eligible even if it’s just working enough hours on my own film? Could I even get myself a SAG card if I direct a SAG short and put myself in it? I’m sure there’s some reason this wouldn’t work or else everyone would do it but I haven’t been able to find any information on it.
[PAID] Looking for 4 voice actors for 3D-animated short film, "SHATTERED". Cantonese-speaking ability required for 3 roles. Pay around $100 — rate negotiable! by bloopedyblap • last post Sep 21st
Hi! I am creating a 3D-animated short film for my senior thesis that will primarily be in Cantonese and feature a Chinese-American family in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY. We’re currently seeking voice actors for our film, specifically three Cantonese-speaking voice actors. ​ * **SCOTT — $100:** A 17-18 year old, queer Chinese-American male. He is a passionate and dedicated artist who is growing into his identity. Although he is confident when he goes to the city to take pictures, he struggles to connect with his parents and express his dreams. Scott’s Cantonese speaking ability is limited. *\*MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK SOME CANTONESE. LGBTQ+ actors encouraged to apply.* * **DEDI — $100:** A middle-aged Chinese immigrant. Although he has traditional values and acts stern and inexpressive, he used to be a passionate photographer. However, he gave up his love in order to provide for the family, and along the way, he hardened his heart to dreams. *\*MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK CANTONESE.* * **MAMI — $75:** A middle-aged Chinese immigrant. She is the type of mother to overworry and nag because she values her family above all else. She is the glue holding this family together. Although she has traditional values, she just wants to understand her son. *\*MUST BE ABLE TO SPEAK CANTONESE.* * **BABY SCOTT — $50:** A 5-7 years old Chinese-American toddler. He is curious, creative, bubbly, and loving. He admires and loves his parents. ​ In addition to voicing the lines, we would also require you to record a video of your mouth, so we can have lip sync reference for the animators— this would also be compensated. Rates are negotiable! **If you are interested,** [**please record yourself performing these audition lines**](https://tinyurl.com/shattered-voice-casting)**, and send your demo submissions to me by email! You can also** [**check out our Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/shattered_thesis/)**.** If you know anyone who might be interested in these roles, please send this post their way. It’s not often you get to see Cantonese in American films, much less animated films, and it’s really important to us that we are authentic to our story. :\^)
Which will give me a head-start: buying custom reels or more classes? by An-Actual-Vampire1 • last post Sep 21st
Hi, I bought a custom acting reel from Acting and Voice Studios for about $750. In my opinion, it was not worth the money because I’m barely in the scene in comparison with my scene partner. At the same time, the quality is pretty good and I have an IMDB credit now (not that it means much for a 2-minute video lol). I looked online and other places look like they offer worse production quality but the reels are about half the price. How soon is it to buy more demo reels? I’m a new actor (have only taken tao serious acting classes) and according to people here, you can see that in the video (which is totally ok). Should I wait until I take more classes first? I’m getting inpatient because I have been acting for a months now and barely got a supporting role in a student short film.
[HIRING] Actors/Actresses for 30 second selfie video ad. Online/Remote gig. ($30) by buxhzk • last post Sep 21st
Hi I am looking for native English speaking actors who can create aquick testimonial video for our product. You can film the video in your mobile phone and submit. Video length : 30 \~ 60 secondsWe will provide you the script to create the video.You have to be a native English speaker.When you send me message / chat request. Please send the following \- Your Country name \- Link to any one of your social profiles (IG , FB , Twitter)this is to verify you are who you say you are. (We won't be making this info or your name public. Its only for verification) ​ Payment : Paypal / Crypto Thanks