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Website advice... by Secret_Mycologist_75 • last post Aug 30th
Anyone using Wix, able to tell me how to get demos on the site? What all does a BEGINNING voice actor need on their website? Thank you for your time.
Commercials are the bread & butter for most actors by FicusWaititree • last post Aug 30th
Hey actors, I've been in the biz (in Los Angeles) for over a decade and I wanted to share some insight on commercial work. While booking commercials is just as competitive as booking theatrical work, I feel that a lot of actors neglect the financial benefits of booking one or two (or several) commercials a year to be able to afford being an actor in LA. Commercial work PAYS! I was finally able to quit all of my side gigs because I was making enough passive income through my commercial residuals. I was doing at least 1 film and 1-2 TV gigs a year and even with that I wasn't able to stop serving, catering, nannying, assisting, temping etc. Booking consistent commercial work, specifically national commercials, has put me in a place where I qualify for SAG health insurance, benefits, can comfortably pay for those expensive union dues and comfortably live and play in LA, while taking classes monthly and paying for coaching when I need it for auditions. I strongly encourage you actors to include breaking in to commercial work when you move out to LA. See if you agents can rep you across the board. Take a commercial class! Seriously, IT HELPS. And reach out to other actors who have booked commercials and ask them about their experiences. I would also like to answer any questions you have about commercial work! So let me know if I can offer any help on your journey...
Leave a note for casting? by smelbulock • last post Aug 30th
Do you have to leave a note? Like what do you put? It’s for actors access
Monologue for Christmas show by DollOnAMusicBox • last post Aug 30th
I’m an actor who has my first in person audition after covid. For the past year it’s all been self-tales. This job is for an immersive Christmas show from Oct-December and instead of sending me material, they’ve given me free reign to do any piece that lasts between 2-3 minutes thats child friendly and Christmas themed. I’m looking for something comical and I have no idea what to do. Any ideas? I’d rather they just sent me a script, this kind of thing stresses me out.
Actors access photo resolution issues? by GVNESHA • last post Aug 30th
When I upload my headshots to AA and preview my profile, the photos have lost a noticeable amount of quality compared to the originals. Just slightly fuzzy. Not bad but not professional standard either. Is this just a preview error? Is it a bandwidth thing? Is it compression? Do I need to save the color profiles in photoshop like one does to save quality on a Instagram post from desktop? Any help is appreciated!
Never knew my 'type'. by GreaterLesserGreat • last post Aug 30th
I'm not an actor, I'm just a guy who had a couple of dreams and fantasies of being one. I know the "never too late" stuff, but save that for now. One thing that hindered me was that I never had the beginnings of an idea what my 'type' was. I feel like I've never seen someone who looked like me in movies. On the street? Sure. But I couldn't even begin to guess what roles I was good for, or what I would audition for. I never did take many photos of myself, but [This](https://imgur.com/G7YGFKE) is me in my early 20's. I think [this](https://imgur.com/V096tKP) is mid-20's, and [this](https://imgur.com/CV2iOJI) is more recent at 34. I've since shaved my head, but look roughly the same. So...this guy is who in what? Hair could have been cut and beard can go obviously, but regardless I still have no idea. I don't think I've ever seen someone like me in a major acting role. So what would it have been? Thanks.
Getting Better by JoeGoldbergSwiftie • last post Aug 30th
In y’all’s experience, what’s the best way to become a better screen actor? I know there are classes, but I need to save money on those. What do y’all do to build your skill and confidence as far as books, watching YouTube videos or listening to podcasts, or things like that?
Microphone suggestions by DotHase • last post Aug 30th
I'm a beginner voice actor, (I'd at least like to say my skills are pretty decent though, I do have some coaching) but I don't want to go with a USB mic as lots of YouTube videos suggest. Basically, I want something that is good to last me for a while, so I'd like to get something decently high end but not too crazy. Let's say around $250 is my limit. As I'm a beginner I'd like for you to keep in mind that sound proofing is probably going to be a difficulty, I haven't started that yet, but once I get a mic, that'll be my next step, I can't guarantee a perfectly great sound proof setup. I hear a poorly treated room is best with a dynamic mic. I'd also like to mention that when I make the "S" sound, there's a bit of a whistle sound. With all that said, if you have any suggestions for a mixer + mic, these are the two I need right now, I'd greatly appreciate it. If you would like more info, ask away. Thank you!
Audition monologues for non-binary actor by cBord0 • last post Aug 30th
I haven’t acted in a few years and have an audition for a queer production of The Importance of Being Earnest soon. I’m looking for two contrasting monologues that would be a good fit for the show. I’m nonbinary and would be comfortable reading monologues written for any gender.
If skills don’t matter, what can I work on? by FurmidableCat • last post Aug 30th
I have been training to be an actor for more than ten years, have such a long resume that I have to only keep the most important stuff, have good casting pictures, many acting demos, a good website, a good network, etc. and I am now still struggling to get work. I have noticed that even when I am one of the most skilled to do the job, that doesn’t mean I’ll get it. They often take other people for other reasons than skills even though many of them have almost no experience and training (and they weren’t « amazing at the audition », there was no audition). Even my union agrees that they didn’t have the right to take a non union member instead of union members who applied in some cases. I have seen people get roles because they had a lot of followers, because the lead actor thought they were cute, because they didn’t know the agreements so the production took advantage of them, because they were looking for a specific casting even though that meant taking someone who is not as good as an actor, etc. I always get great feedback from my acting teachers but sometimes, people who don’t even remember their lines in class, freeze when they are supposed to do the scene or can’t take any direction succeed. And many other amazing actors in my class don’t get work either. I am not saying this to brag that « I am the best actor », that’s not the point and I am not saying I always am. The point is that sometimes the most skilled actor (being me or anyone else) don’t get the role for other reasons. I am not the only one struggling with that. I have seen tons of people who are amazing actors but don’t work as much as I believe they should. I get hired easily in other industries in which all that matters is our skills, but there are so many other important things when it comes to acting. So what can we do other than working on our skills as actors? Having a unique look? A special skill? Doing something unique at the audition? Having an even better network? Playing dumb? Is it just luck? What the heck am I supposed to work on? Note: Don’t comment « Maybe you were not the best actor in this case. » I am not only talking about me. I am talking about so many very skilled actors who don’t get work while other people who objectively have no training and/or experience get roles.
[PAID] Looking for Voice Actors for a Strategy RPG game by BlackMarchStudios • last post Aug 30th
**About the Game** Crimson Tactics: The Rise of the White Banner brings you an epic adventure in the form of a turn-based tactical RPG. Set in a medieval high fantasy world, witness a massive political disruption through the lives of different characters and fight for the fate of Wendalle. [More Info on Steam.](https://store.steampowered.com/app/1480810/) **About the Job** We are looking for voice actors for the following roles: **Story Characters:** * **Duke Beorn** - A patriotic duke of Wendalle who is an extremist by nature. He used to be friends with King Edrich but decided to assassinate him as he thought that would save his motherland, since he was of the opinion that Edrich’s idealistic rule would destroy Wendalle. * **King Edrich** - An idealist and pacifist, he is the current monarch of Wendalle. The King who would not take strict actions against his aristocracy who were leaching off his kindness because of his ideals of kindness and peace. This left Wendalle in a very vulnerable position due lack of unity. * **Grimm Pernelle** - The leader of the special ops unit of Asalia called The Order of the Crimson Phantoms. Duke Beorn enlists Pernelle’s aid to assassinate King Edrich so that he can rule as a regent under Asalia. * **Faolan Arvel** - An apprentice Guardian Knight who is timid and manages to escape the massacre that takes place in the King’s castle. He is the only living witness to the entire sequence of events that takes place in the castle. **Generic Characters:** * **Guardian Knight 1** - One of the two units assigned at the castle gates. * **Guardian Knight 2** - One of the two units assigned at the castle gates. * **Guardian Knight 3** - The leader of the military unit that was tasked with defending the castle and took part in the courtyard battle. * **Guardian Knight 4** - One of the units in charge of guarding King Edrich. This unit also takes part in the throne room battle. **Rate (Negotiable)**: $50 per 30 mins of recording session **Requirements:** * Quality Mic Setup. * Experience recording Voice Overs. * Availability for one virtual recording session (30 mins-2 hours) between September 1 and September 10 and another emergency virtual recording (30 mins-2 hours) session between September 20 and September 30. The emergency session is just in case we get anything wrong or need a retake for a line. It might not be needed. **Recommended:** * Experience as a Voice Actor / Voiceover Artist. * Acoustically treated room. * Experience using Discord. **We will sign a freelance contract and an NDA.** **How to apply** If interested, please private message me with a link to your voice work and details about your mic setup. Moreover, please select which role/s you are interested in and send me audio recording/s of you performing the corresponding line from the script: **Duke Beorn:** > Ha! You seek lost sheep in the midst of wolves even at this hour of the setting sun. Come, let the wolf bare his fangs! **King Edrich:** > (Calmly demands) DUKE BEORN! What madness obligates you to turn to betrayal? Did the trials we have faced have so less a meaning? **Grimm Pernelle:** > Our banner… for you have been granted salvation by the Holy Emperor. (Raises his hand and exclaims loudly) Glory to the Holy Empire of Asalia! **Faolan Arvel:** > Unknown, Your Majesty. But the strength and bloodlust they give forth is immense. **Guardian Knights:** > Halt! Not a step further! Surrender at the hour you still can. Please feel free to ask any questions here or via Reddit PM. Edit 1: You can use anything from Youtube, Soundcloud, Dropbox to GDrive to send the auditions. They can also be sent to careers@blackmarchstudios.com Edit 2: All roles are male. We will recruit for female roles in the next round
Can a SAG-AFTRA actor choose to work for free? by SunLandingWasFaked • last post Aug 30th
I want to employ a SAG actor on my LOW budget feature film. Looking through all of the SAG-AFTRA paperwork it looks like a massive headache and extra expenses that not even the actor himself wants to burden the production with. Is there a way a union actor can choose to work for free?
Is Actors Access Still Down for everyone else? by flueflom • last post Aug 29th
Acting classes in NYC after graduation? by AlphaMan69Poppers • last post Aug 29th
Hi there, I have a question about which acting classes people usually take after they graduate from acting conservatory. I graduated from an acting school three years ago, and since then, I have been cast continuously in small back bocks theater plays and low budget short films and web series. A year ago, I wanted to brush up some techniques, so I took online acting class of traditional acting technique (Meisner, Hagen, etc.) class for beginner at a famous acting studio in NYC (the reason I took “beginner” class is that I’ve never taught those classic acting techniques at the school because I majored in musical theater.) What they taught in the world blind class was really good. Most of the exercise we did were new to me, and I learned a lot there. HOWEVER, I was super disappointed by the others students attitude. Of course I was the oldest one in the class (I’m late 20s and the others were early 20s and younger). Few of them missed class several times without telling the instructor or scene partner, some were doing other stuff while not in the scene, not eager to rehearse out side on the class, and one person ghosted the final performance. I was completely shocked by the range of energy each student gave, and I felt like I was wasting my money, even though I learned a lot from the instructor and some good students. Now. I’m thinking, I want to take some in-person On-Camera acting classes in NYC, but I don’t want to make the same mistakes that I made. Here’s the question: do you know any acting school or studio where I can take classes without enrolling a year-long course, and where I can learn with serious adults actors? I’m thinking HB Studio’s on-camera classes and Lee Strasberg Institute’s intensives. Anyone know how these are? Any tips will help. Thanks!
Does every actor have an acting coach? by AlphaMan69Poppers • last post Aug 29th
Hi y’all! I just got this simple question. Do you need an acting coach? I wonder all those actors in film and tv continuously work with their acting coach. Do they hire them every time they get a part in a big project? How about third actors who landed small roles in tv? So they hire acting coaches just to say fee lines? I want to know what kind of actors get acting coaches at when? If anyone knows, let me know! Thanks!
to change the name or not to change the name by lapedit • last post Aug 29th
that is the question. I've been acting in NYC for about 4 years now and am looking to potentially change my name. Why should I do this? there is already an actor with a similar name who is miles ahead of me career wise. I'd like to differentiate but I also know that my name as is, is fantastic. Also-my last name speaks to an ethnicity that I don't exactly look like. I don't look like an indian person but I am indian. If anybody has thoughts I would love to hear them. I asked my manager about this but .... lets just say barely any advice is better than no advice at all.
LTM FREE Voiceover Workouts - SPOTS OPEN by StupidButMotivated • last post Aug 29th
Hey friends! I host a free voiceover workout group that is open to all levels of voice actors from super beginners to working professionals. The workouts are once a week, with spots available Monday - Thursday at 8:00 PM EDT, as well as Thursday at 7:30 PM PDT via zoom. What we do: Practice a variety of scripts including character, commercial, narration, etc. Give/receive feedback from fellow voice actors Improv Free and paid monthly Workshops and Webinars hosted by professional voice actors An active discord community with free voiceover resources, tips, feedback, casting calls, Friday Night improv groups, and equipment/editing advice. Again, with the exception of workshops hosted by professionals that we hire (and these are completely voluntary), everything is FREE. Sign up using the link below, and I will reach out via email with a confirmation of your workout date. There are a limited number of spots per day, so it will be on a first come first served basis. Anyone who does not get a spot can be put on the waiting list! https://forms.gle/hF3ezv7ChPjXgTcP8 Please do not hesitate to shoot me a message with any questions! THANKS!
Career advice by Iceycat1234 • last post Aug 29th
Not sure how to form this question, but I’ll try to do my best. I’m a film actor and I know to even have a chance at acting professionally in film one needs to venture to LA. The question I have is how do you know if you’re ready? Is there a detriment to moving out with mild experience? I have a decent resume of just short films and such in the Dallas area and of course training. But I just wonder, am I missing progressing my career if I wait to move to LA? Take Chris Evan’s for example he moved out to Los Angeles after he graduated and it worked well. I’m 19 and I don’t know if I should wait, to gain more experience, or just move when covid hopefully dissipates. Any thoughts or advice would be great. For those of you who did make the move did you internally know it was the right time?
What should an actor do everyday, for practice? by JackBBSS • last post Aug 29th
Hi. I have started acting a few weeks ago, any routines/videos that will improve my acting? Thanks, any help would be appreciated.
What plays to read for beginners? by JackBBSS • last post Aug 29th
Hi, I started acting and I heard plays are good, for learning. What plays should I read? How should I read it? And how does it make me a better actor?