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Would you walk off set if this happened to you? by looks4radio • last post Aug 27th
This is a long post but hopefully it will help other actors here. My agent (One of the bigger commercial agents in LA) hit me up about doing a non-union (I'm SAG-E) digital spot for a toy company. The agreed upon terms was that it would be for digital broadcast only with two years usage for a $500 flat rate. I show up on set and it turns out it is a huge production for one of the biggest toy companies in the world promoting arguably the biggest film franchise in the world. I get covid tested, drop off my wardrobe, eat breakfast, and go through hair and makeup. While in the makeup trailer I hear a producer say that this will be on TV. It turns out that this is a National TV Spot. So I ask one of the producers if this is digital only spot. She acts all coy but immediately grabs a talent release and asks me to sign it. The talent release says they can use my image however they like in perpetuity. So I call my agent and he tells me not to sign it because the agreement was for it to be just a digital spot for that rate and he tells me that he will call them. So I return the talent release to the producer and I inform her that there must be some confusion because the agreement we made was for a digital spot. She tells me that she will talk to the higher ups about it. So I'm sitting in an RV for awhile when this producer comes storming in and tells the other producer to pull up the casting sheets because, "it is for TV and we aren't paying anymore." He then walks right out without acknowledging me. I call my agent back and he tells me to stand by because they are trying to work it out. He then asks me what I think is fair in terms of payment. Since it is a national TV spot I say that there should be a buyout of some sort. I ask for $2000 on top of the session fee but let him know I would settle for $1000 since I'm already there. So I'm just sitting there twiddling my thumbs when the big boss comes over and says,"Hey, man. I'm sorry but this client sucks and they refuse to pay anymore money." He goes on to say that the original agreement was a miscommunication on their end and that it's only a couple shots that they need me for. I tell him that I can't agree to be featured heavily in a National TV Commercial for just $500 and he releases me from the commercial and then informs me that they won't be paying me for my time. I contest this since I have already been there for three hours and have brought wardrobe, been tested, and had makeup applied to my face. He says that is too bad and that my agent will just have to fight it out with the toy company. This is not the first time a large corporation has pulled a bait and switch on me. Earlier this month, I negotiated a higher fee for the whole cast when I read a contract and realized they were using a spot for TV when they said it was only for digital use. So the big lesson to take away here is that you should always read your contracts and make sure your agent gets the contract beforehand. I am also seriously considering biting the bullet and joining SAG now even though I work a lot of non-union commercials. So would you stick to your guns and walk away from a job or would you keep your mouth shut and just do the commercial???
I wanted to share this story of an Indian American actor who is struggling in Hollywood. by Arnizzle117 • last post Aug 27th
I think this story is a really telling one about how competitive the acting industry is in Hollywood. This guy has been acting for years and it seems like the industry is uber-competitive and there are no hopes of it getting any easier. Even as we see a proliferation of new content platforms and studios, the trade just isn't providing a stable enough income for so many of those pursuing it. What does everyone think about this? Original Post [Here](https://uncomfortablybrown.com/my-parents-were-right-i-should-have-chosen-engineering-as-a-career-choice-not-acting/)
I'm looking to hire some voice actors for a film I've been animated but don't know what kind of budget I'll need. by DezDude18 • last post Aug 27th
I'm nearing the end of animating a film and need voice actors for multiple roles. This is my first ever full length film I've animated and gotten voice work done professionally so I don't know how much it will cost. For some more info I have roles with just a few lines, but I also have the main characters with a significant amount of lines. Is there a way to know about how much it will cost based on the amount of lines? I'm new to this sub, so sorry if my format isn't quite right.
I want to be a voice actor. [Demon1] No VFX/SFX by 100DegreesinSiberia • last post Aug 27th
How do I know what to pay by DezDude18 • last post Aug 27th
How do I know what to pay for voice actors? I'm about to start looking for voice actors for an animated film I just finished. I have about 15-20 characters that I need voiced and I want to know how much it will cost to have them all done.
Casting for Influencers in North America! by Lilith Astaroth • last post Aug 27th
Greetings! I run a talent agency based in North America (USA and Canada), and we are casting talent for a livestreaming app called BIGO Live. If you have a following of at least 20k or more on Facebook, Instagram, or Tik Tok, you'll be eligible for a 3-month contract! More details are included in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNzDIOWlScc If you do not have at least 20k followers, and are still interested in working for the app on a commission-based pay, please watch this video instead, from one of our contracted hosts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNzIB5ab7Bs If you are interested in this opportunity, please email us at OYDAgency@gmail.com Lilith Own Your Destiny Talent Agency
"Middle Aged" Male Voice Actor Needed - Yelling / Cartoon / Comedy by muzorewa • last post Aug 27th
Rate is $20 to record a few phrases for an upcoming short film. Timeline is within the next month or so. Send your voice examples over or feel free to do an example recording (something like "God Dammit!!") Thanks!
In classes and other places everyone says that I sound great but to me I always sound monotone by Uplanapepsihole • last post Aug 27th
Idk how to explain properly but In theatre class, theatre and whenever I act people will give critiques (obviously) but it’s never about me sounding monotone. I’ve even asked about it and they say no but I sound monotoned to myself. In recordings and just listening to myself, I sound monotoned but no one agrees. Idk what to do cause I find it hard to focus on other aspects when this is plaguing my mind. Maybe anxiety but again, what am I meant to do about that as an actor?
Not sociable as an actor by Zestyclose_Bat_9468 • last post Aug 27th
I have quite a few friends in theatre, but after a change in course and focusing on a film career, I've created new actor friends (film) who are just beyond sociable. I'm talking about going out constantly, sharing drinks, partying, and who appear "aesthetically pleasing" (I don't mean this insultingly, I just don't *fit* into the crowd). I thought I was sociable and fun to be around but recently found no desire to do any of these things with people I work with, even if I've been invited multiple times. Will this hinder me as an actor? I'm not even very introverted, but I just don't care to spend excess time with people I don't mesh with. Should I just push through and force myself to socialize for the benefit of my career? Reminder, I get along well with most people, just don't feel close to those in the film community and am worried about making connections. Also, I'm 22 for reference and on the edge of graduating college!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Aug 26th
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
Help Reading Sides + ISO Toronto Actors by Potential-Intern966 • last post Aug 26th
hi everyone, i have a few self-tapes to do that involve another person in the scene and was wondering if there was someone who could help me out with this. my friends/family all have insane schedules and i would more than likely like to do this with other actors. Bonus if you're from toronto as i'd love to meet new people from toronto so we could chat about the industry/our experiences. TIA!
Small gig: research and focus group experiment checking testimonials effects by LocoLocksmith • last post Aug 26th
Hey! We are checking if different ways to record company by different ethnicities effect prospects differently. The actors are welcome from all genders and ethnical backgrounds. The pay is $35 per video of a testimonial for different services background outside and next to a house OR inside next to dinner table. Limited spots : 25. Please DM if interested.
Voice Actors Wanted for Animated Prologue by Rextyl • last post Aug 26th
I've written a script for a prologue that's part of a bigger animated project. This prologue will be used as a basis for a trailer for a Kickstarter campaign to fund the rest of the project. The project falls under the fantasy-adventure genre, taking place in a world you'd commonly associate with fantasy, with creatures such as fairies, giants, goblins, etc. We have room for **3 more voice actors** to play three more characters, and the kinds of voices we need are as follows... * A **male voice** for an elderly character, should sound like he's in his late 70s, very forgetful and stubborn * A **female voice** for a cynical kind of character, showing a disinterested demeanor with a bit of an edge to her. * A **female voice** for an egotistical kind of character, thinks very highly of herself, is very greedy, and gives off that "if I want something I take it" kind of a vibe. But she shows signs of vulnerability. In regards to pay, it'd be at a rate based on finished minutes of voice acting work, for example... * 0-2 minutes/300 words or less would equal out to around $100 to $250 * 2-5 minutes/300 to 750 words would range out to $250 to $500 * 5-15 minutes/750 to 2250 words range out to $500 to $750 * 15-30 minutes/2250 to 4500 words range out to $750 to $1000 * 30-45 minutes/ 4500 to 6000 words range out to $1000 to $1250 * $45+ minutes/6000+ words range out to a custom quote agreed by the voice actor and director Payment can either be through PayPal or Venmo. If there are any questions please let me know and if you want to know a little bit more about the project I'd be happy to share more info with all potential voice actors. DM me if you are interested and link me to your *Discord* as that'd be the best place to contact me. Hope to hear from many who are interested and thanks for taking the time to read.
I need some help for an interview I'm going to in three hours by CashYT • last post Aug 26th
Hey so I'm going to an interview/audition at 5PM PST today, 3 hours and 15 minutes after I make this post, and it's to be an actor at a haunted corn maze in my city for a bit of extra money for a month or two. The problem is that the part I'm trying out for is supposed to be a scary clown who still has the mentality of a five year old, and I'm not sure how to do a voice for it. I've tried looking on youtube for help but it's all tips on how to sound like Jigsaw who basically just has a normal ass voice, or how to modulate your voice using programs like audacity. I don't know if a post like this is allowed, but I would really appreciate some help. Thanks :)
LA Agencies to get co and guests stars by goombanna • last post Aug 26th
Hey all, I'm currently on the agency hunt, and I'm specifically looking for an agency that has the weight to get co-star and guest star auditions and are willing to take on developing (but highly experienced) actors. I have casting director connections, a good resume, my own body of high-quality projects, great classes under my belt, a large social media following, and a manager, but I'm at the point where I need someone on my team who can get auditions for larger projects. I have seen other threads talking about scouring IMDb, but I'm hoping someone can personally recommend an agency they know that gets them or their friends co-star and guest-star auditions frequently. I'm not looking for a starter's agency that doesn't have the pull to get auditions for big projects, but a solid agency that's willing to take on the right developing actor. I really appreciate any leads! Thanks so much!
Script partner played mind games within the mind games written into the script by konzquenze • last post Aug 26th
My partner played mind games with me by changing the tone of the lines, made the meaning something completely different, made multiple gaslighting attempts, on the day of the performance and did nothing according to the rehearsals. Is this a common practice in the world of acting? do actors fuck with co actors like this?
Excellent on self tape, but horrible on set by AlphaMan69Poppers • last post Aug 26th
Hi everyone, how’s it going? I’m an actor who is trying to shift from theater acting to acting on camera, and I have been successfully cast on non-Union projects like featured films and shorts, and they say they loved my self-tape auditions. However then, when filming starts, I suck. I suck like the worst. I get nervous, I get shy and insecure, and I mispronounce words, etc.. I work with my acting coach and we rehearse a lot together, and I feel well prepared until I get to the set. I get so insecure that I cannot express on set what I rehearsed with my coach, and it feels sucks. I don’t want to disappoint anyone on set or from the production, but I can feel my energy get sucked up, and I feel like I’m a kindergarten kid on the first day. Does anyone have the same experience as me? Should I keep applying on projects, so should I take some classes now? I appreciate any advice. Thanks!
How “legit” is Backstage? by Fun-Share-130 • last post Aug 26th
I know that Backstage is legit in the sense that there is definitely some good, real things on there. However, I know it’s pretty easy for people to post on there (vs actors access where you have to be a CD). I have OCD and I get very nervous on backstage because I’m always scared of ending up in a dangerous situation (I should definitely add I’m Non Union) and irrationally I sometimes convince myself someone is making a fake production to kidnap girls. What are some ways to make sure the production is dealing with are legit? Are there things to ask the person you’re messaging with, such as for the filmmakers previous work or resume? I hope this makes sense I’m not sure exactly how to word this lol! Also, please don’t try to give me advice as an actor and OCD. This is truly the only aspect of the career that my ocd affects lol so I’m actively working on changing that:) Further question: what are some basics that most film makers should be able to provide before filming to prove they are serious filmmakers (is it common for filmmakers to have a website, social media, resume, etc)
Good vs. Bad Acting? by justintimeforstuff • last post Aug 25th
Am I stupid lmao because for some reason I’m unable to differentiate good acting from bad acting. I’ve watched so many movies (those with “good” and “bad” acting alike) and still have trouble. I’m sure you guys don’t have to try very hard to distinguish the two, and I realize this is a strange question lol, but could you give me some pointers to how you distinguish good or bad acting? A lot of people say good acting makes them believe that person is the character but I always just see the actor (even when the acting is said to be really good)
Balancing Acting With a Job by gregieb429 • last post Aug 25th
I know early on you need another source of income but I was wondering how you navigate (or used to if you’re a working actor) having a job and acting. I only have a certain number of days off. I also don’t work in NYC anymore because I lost my job during the pandemic and had to settle for something in the suburbs so it’s not like I can slip out and go on an audition during my lunch hour. I’ve taken some stuff online (commercial classes/improv) but that’s mostly it right now.