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Central Casting has started onboarding new background actors. by TimPrice2 • last post May 27th
Central Casting has started onboarding new background actors. It will probably be very difficult to make an appointment for some time, but I imagine it will get easier over time.
what to do when someone insults your acting... by threelittlebirds111 • last post May 27th
hi this is about if a dumb question and I know that it really doesn’t matter if one person calls your acting terrible, but I feel like this may help someone else so I’ll post it anyway. basically I submitted a very short acting video to a fun not professional project on TikTok (if you’d like to get involved dm me ☺️ and I’ll ask the project coordinator if you can join) obviously we aren’t professional actors with years of experience and this project is just for fun. but some people comment on our videos, and I guess they have a right to voice their opinion, that the acting is terrible and that these actors should never be cast in anything. obviously what a 32 year old man thinks about some kids acting shouldn’t be taken to heart, but sometimes you read this and it does hurt a little and it makes you doubt if you are even good at acting. because you put your heart into creating something and you chose to be vulnerable. I’m not saying to lie and tell actors that they are good when they aren’t. anyway, I was just wondering if anyone has experienced people telling them that they’d never make it or that they shouldn’t continue acting because they are bad, and how did you overcome it? I haven’t even had acting classes yet so really, I don’t know why I am making such a big deal lol, but thanks anyway. and I know the acting industry is cut throat and people judge you and everything, so I guess this is kinda good in building my resilience. but another thing is, what if they are right? that you actually just aren’t cut out for acting? but then again acting is a craft and not an inborn skill right? So anyone could be good if they tried? I also know that you can’t please everyone (: anyway, that’s a lot. thanks for reading if you did.
How do I make my cover letter more personal? by hoehoehoe96 • last post May 26th
I’m sending out submissions to agents and my two friends who read the cover letter are saying that I sound so formal. In my head all that matters is a very short introduction about me “my name is, I’m from and I live in” and then write a couple of sentences about the biggest projects I’ve worked on. Link to reel etc. They say my personality doesn’t shine through and it doesn’t look like I’m sending it specifically to them, but rather mass emailing. The second part I do really want to work on though, because I truly have done my research and I’m submitting to like 40 agents that I have picked out of like 300. But I don’t have a specific reason for each one of them. Perhaps 10 of them because they represent actors in the both comedy and drama genre. 10 others because they have every ethnicity in their rooster aside from mine. And of course, all of them because their clients actually are working. I do have a good resume and while I’m not aiming too high but not too low either. I’ve already had an agent several years but I just felt like it was time to move on! Also, how the hell is my personality supposed to shine when everywhere I read agents saying to keep it short. Is there a great way to keep it sorts but also make it look like they’re not just one out of 40 agents I’m sending out to?
Advice for an actor who's almost a junior in college by PsychologicalFilm130 • last post May 26th
As I move closer to graduating from college, I am worried about and also focusing on devising a plan to move out of my state and start an acting career. Do you guys have any advice for after college? Even before graduating, what are some steps I can take to build connections and find a job(I'm in SC right now so opportunities are very dry) ?
Casting Networks' "update" by maxdurden • last post May 26th
Hey folks, just a fair warning: make sure you check your Casting Networks page to make sure it's working correctly ASAP. The update made profiles have all kinds of problems and lock people out of thier up to date profiles, on the actor and agent sides. I'm missing out on a fairly large audition that I just received that is due TOMORROW at 9 am (my team received it at 8 pm tonight for context) through CN and I cannot access the invitation to get the sides. The helpline for LA Casting and Casting Networks are both not answering either. This business...you can do everything right for years and see nothing from it, but the one thing you slip on (not making sure the service you pay for...works) completely dry fucks you at the first chance. But we are supposed to be thankful to just even be in the room. Sorry for the rant at the end but I'm shaking I'm so mad. Hope this post saves someone the same fate.
Newbie by Necessary-Ad-7398 • last post May 26th
So, Im a newbie pft Im 23, from Spain, I always liked the idea of acting, I did some plays in school and high school, but I knew that didnt have much real future oportunities so I just went for my second passion: motorsport, I had some friends that studied arts and one of them actually got big and forgot about us (as usual) Soooo, after 5 years studying mechanics I graduated, got a job and covid said hello, everything fell down and I got fired, and after so many months I didnt had any jobs, I randomly got an opportunity to be an extra in a show so I took it and went great, met some people and some famous actors and I decided I was going to give it a try, I got an audition for netflix and Im waiting for more to come that I already signed for, people tells me its going so so fast and I had zero acting experience, any advises? (Im broke I cant afford acting classes)
Looking for a specific kind of VO similar to that of Minami Takayama, Fujiko Takimoto, etc. [$12/sec] by Kintobirama-Jr • last post May 26th
I’m looking for a voice actor to do certain grunts and shouts similar to that of Minami Takayama, Fujiko Takimoto, etc. If you’re unfamiliar with these VA’s, I’m basically looking for people who can replicate voices of characters like young Link from the ocarina of time series, Billy Hatcher, Kakeru, etc. (Basically the young boy protagonist that does nothing but shouts) No talking or lines needed outside of grunts, the list of needed chants will be provided! I’m looking to pay $12/sec of clips but willing to negotiate a flat rate for a set of sounds. I only need about 20s-30s of sounds. Please pm me if interested or have any questions, thanks!
Yesterday was The First Time I Confidently Said I Wanted To Be A Professional Actor by krimsonblaid3 • last post May 26th
I’m from a small town in Montana and we are actually really arts oriented. We have several community plays and even a pretty decent standup comedy scene. Since about eighth grade, when I attended a play at the high school I now go to, I knew I wanted to be an actor. Or at the very least, be involved in the arts. When I did my first show my freshman year, that only solidified it. Then I decided to branch out into standup and realized that I was pretty good at that. However, because of where I live, you never hear of people who go on to become actors. It doesn’t happen where I’m from. But, at lunch yesterday, we somehow got on the topic of what we wanted to do when we left high school. Most of my friends didn’t have answers, but I decided to be honest. “I want to move to LA and become an actor.” I was expecting some form of ridicule or something from them. Even a playful jest, but that didn’t happen. They all kind of went, “Huh. Good luck.” It wasn’t expected, but it was great to say that and really mean it.
What was your first voice acting job/gig? by KobeKastle • last post May 26th
I really want to pursue voice acting as a career and while playing around on Websites like casting call club and behind the voice actors is fun, I want to get to a point where I’m hired for an actual gig. I have a microphone and all but don’t know where to look to get REAL DEAL gigs. I’ve taken quite a few classes with a personal vocal coach as well as a few acting classes with someone in the industry and I just wanna try and dip my toe in a little. So I’m curious what was your first voice over gig and how’d you get it?
What Can I Do When I Am Doing Everything Right and It Still Doesn’t Work? by FurmidableCat • last post May 26th
I have dedicated my whole life to being an actor and used to make a living out of it by having on average one role per month and doing some background work and other jobs related to acting. I have been taking acting classes for more than ten years and know a lot about the business side of show business. But now, I haven’t had any roles for months and I struggle to find something as simple as background work. (Even though I should have priority with my union). I keep asking teachers and acting coaches what I could be doing wrong and no one has an answer to that. I see so many people who haven’t worked as hard as me and have pretty average skills work much more than I do. (and I am talking about people who just freeze when we have to practice something in class or don’t even know their lines and are always late for example). Sometimes, I am overqualified for some jobs and they take a non union beginner who looks just like me. (And when my union found out about that, they agreed that it didn’t make sense and shouldn’t have happened). I am also losing tons of job opportunities because of COVID restrictions that make some non union actors work more than professionals. I am not saying that the industry owes me anything, but I hate how it is so much out of my control. I am not perfect either, but I expected to have achieved much more things with all the work I have done. What the hell am I doing wrong and what can I do if it still doesn’t work when I do everything right?
Tips for honing my skills by Bourbon_Lake524 • last post May 26th
Hi! I am new to this acting experience. I’ve never acted on a show or a movie before because I have a deal with my parents that I can’t be an actor until I can support myself. Anyway, I would like to ask for some tips that would help my acting skills, tips for memorizing scripts etc. Any tips would be highly appreciated ! <3 I also spend some time watching acting videos on youtube, does anyone know any channel that gives out tips about acting? Right now, the only one I watch is Makayla Lysiak and she gives great advice.. Let me know if you have some great channels out there that helped you.
going to college for acting by XenoLeeChan • last post May 26th
context:I am 18 years old and I have been wanting to be an actor since I was 9 and I had a rough start on where to go. I was offered to go to a college that has an acting department but I just don't know how I feel about college and have been told that there's no point in going expect for connections. ​ I am wondering if it would benefit or matter If I should go or not
Looking for voice talent for some of my video projects. ($25 to $45 USD per hour) by Watersurf • last post May 26th
Hello everyone, I am looking for some voice talent for my upcoming video projects. I have been struggling to get voice actors and some of my projects have been shelved due to this reason. I'd like to get working on them if possible and I figure I reach out to those on this subreddit. I haven't done something like this before so I'm sorry if I mess anything up. Here is my [YT Channel](https://www.youtube.com/c/watersurf) if anyone is interested on what type of voice-work you'd be helping me out with. ​ Anyway, onto the stuff I have. I have many characters, some being short 1 to 2 lines and others being full on main and/or side characters. Here are some of the characters I currently have available. I will also link to the videos that are related to them to give you an idea what you'd be voicing. * **Hero** \- [*Smash Dudes*](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjAAC6H_aB6Uuk0nBwGFaKgA91X_iMAkl) * This is literally the Hero from Dragon Quest/Smash Ultimate. His lines are him getting annoyed by Banjo Kazooie and eventually getting fed up with him. * **~~Sephiroth~~** ~~-~~ *~~Smash Dudes~~* * ~~Same story, it's Sephiroth from FF7/Smash Ultimate. His lines are fighting Pirahna Plant and getting annoyed by him.~~ * **~~Overlord~~** ~~(Main Antagonist) - Hero's Space Adventure~~ *(*[*sequel film to these*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgzNsS8jbeQ)*)* * ~~They are the evil overlord that rules the galaxy with an iron fist. Stumbles upon the hero when he comes into his sector of space and decides to go against him, which leads into the main plot.~~ * **First-Mate** (Main Confidant) - Hero's Space Adventure * They are the right-hand man to the main protagonist and goes along with his antics. * **Solider 1** (Tertiary Character) - Hero's Space Adventure * He is just a guard who is on the lookout for the protagonist in the story. Is quickly killed. * **Guard 2** (Tertiary Character) - Hero's Space Adventure * A prison guard aboard the ship when the protagonist is captured. Tortures the hero and is later killed when he escapes. * **Lieutenant** (Tertiary Character) - Hero's Space Adventure * They are a minor role. They just question the main antagonist's methods. ​ I will update this post or make a comment letting those know what is taken and what not. It will be first come first serve; I will try to edit the post as I get requests in. If you are interested, please DM me or message me on discord Watersurf #3532. On top of being paid, I will also make sure to credit everyone who helps out in the description of the videos (once they come out) if they want that as well. Thank you! Also, I apologize to the mods if this post isn't the best.
Decompress daily and your teeth will thank you by hiwally • last post May 25th
Hello actors of Reddit! Here's a friendly tip from our team of dentists and hygienists to help you keep those beautiful teeth happy and healthy. Take a moment. Connect with your body. What is your jaw doing? Are you (like millions of others) clenching or grinding? For many who have had so much uncertainty around their career and wellbeing, the pandemic year has been a huge source of physical and emotional stress and tension. All that strain doesn't just make your brow furrow or your stomach turn, it can make you clench and grind your teeth. **So I clench my teeth a little bit, what's the big deal?** Our teeth are pretty darn strong, right? Chewing exerts pressures up to 40 pounds on each tooth. But the muscles in our jaw can clench up to 250 pounds of force when we grind. That extra force wears down enamel, causes migraines, changes the structure of your face, and can lead to cracked teeth and gum recession. **5 Tips to Destress and Keep Your Teeth Happy** **1| Meditate or journal before bed** Having a stressful thought bouncing around your head when you drift off to sleep can lead you to grind your teeth. It can help to meditate and clear your mind before bed, or to write down what's on your mind in a journal. Let those pages hold your thoughts so your mind is free to dream. **2| Identify your triggers** If you catch yourself grinding your teeth during the day, try to pinpoint the trigger. Is it when you're dealing with a difficult customer? When you have to interact with people in person and are stressed about maintaining a 6-foot distance? Once you identify the trigger, you can make yourself aware when the trigger happens and then practice "active jaw relaxing" **3| Relax your jaw throughout the day** When your triggers come, take a moment and become aware of your mouth. Open your jaw a smidge and rest the tip of your tongue on the top of your front bottom teeth. Then slightly close your jaw until your top teeth touch your tongue. This activity helps your jaw muscles relax. **4| Ensure you have good posture during the day** Settle into your working space and check your alignment in a few key areas. Are your ears over your shoulders? If you work at a desk, is it just below your elbow height? Are your feet flat on the ground? Is the center of your screen at eye level or no more than 2" below eye-level? If not, might be time for a few adjustments. **5| Walk away from your work environment (and work) at least once per day** Set a reminder and go for a walk, out of your house and away from your work. Try to leave your phone at home, or at least keep it in your pocket so your neck and eyes get a break from the screen. Moving helps decompress your body. And the extra oxygen and looking out at a further horizon will decompress your mind. Plus, getting away from work is always helpful to keep everything in perspective.
Non voice actor looking for help, how do you all in the voice acting community define a line? by baconatoroc • last post May 25th
I’m creating a animated short film currently talking with voice actors and they frequently use the term ‘$___ per line”. In your community is a line considered a single sentence(ending with a period or some type of exclamation point) or is a line considered the entire segment of dialogue a character speaks regardless of how many sentences are in it?
Beginner actor needing insight help, first step? by helloNayo • last post May 25th
This may be too specific to ask but I am currently someone who has never taken an acting class and is finally just jumping in... Not jumping right in but being indecisive on where to jump. Searching for online classes has come up with so many results but I’ve roughly narrowed it down to two. One is with Barrow Group in NY which is Beginner I being 8 weeks long and the other is a class based in Atlanta with Drama Inc by Kathleen Hogan called Uta Hagen’s technique for 6 weeks. What makes me indecisive (and perhaps this is nothing to stress about) is whether or not I should jump into a class based on a technique(drama Inc.) or if I should go with Barrow Group that seems to not have a focused technique taught. Is this a non-question? Do I decide by a coin flip? Any tips for beginners?
starter/demo. by thenerdword • last post May 25th
so I recently decided to pursue voice acting. I have done a bit of research, some VA state that you need a demo reel to start, others don’t. however, all the opportunities I have come across call for a demo or sample. for those who are voice actors/actresses, when you started out what did you provide as a demo reel? or what did you record as a sample to send in? I am new to this and I am truly going out on a limb to follow my dreams so any tips/tricks will be helpful!
Type Feedback? by futurebro • last post May 25th
Trying to get specific about my type before getting new HS and reel stuff. \-Any actors I remind you of? \-Any character types / age I could play? \-Tv/film/theatre universes you could see me existing in? Thanks so much. Photos: [http://daveamarr.com/main.html#photos-wrap](http://daveamarr.com/main.html#photos-wrap) Reel: [https://vimeo.com/438006781](https://vimeo.com/438006781) Monologue: [https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/525990535](https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/525990535)
Is speaking with a Canadian accent on Canadian productions even allowed these days? by bethp12 • last post May 25th
It seems Canadian actors are even toning it down in Canadian productions produced by CBC. This is making me feel insecure, I feel like I couldn't even get work on productions in my own country at this point if this is the case. I have tried to flatten some of my vowels but it's hard and there are other features and intonations that are harder to smooth. I don't care if I work in the states but now I'm thinking getting hired in Canada with a mild Canadian accent will be hard too. Please give me your input.
Bigger and Smaller by opusdio • last post May 25th
Hey guys, I'm a directing student coming up on my thesis film. I think I'm okay with actors but there's always one thing that gets my head in knots which is the whole concept of getting an actor to go bigger or smaller. I've been told "bigger" and "smaller" on their own are bad directions (although I have also heard that simple things like "faster" and "slower" are actually good directions so I am confusion), so I'm often in the situation of trying to use character motivation and when that doesn't work almost feeling like I'm tricking the actor into going up or down. Any help or tips? Is "bigger" and "smaller" bad direction in your eyes? thx