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CASTING CALL | LOS ANGELES | COMEDY SHORT by teensforshort • last post Aug 28th
Hi! - I am producing a comedy short and looking for a black / African American male between the age of 30-60 is LA, CA to play the role of Dad. This is a non-union unpaid job. We will shoot on Sept 12th or 13th pending your avails and it will only take a couple hours. LOG LINE: It's Sunday morning and all Jordyn desperately wants to do is sleep in just a little bit longer, but that's just not in the cards - from roommate issues to incessant parents, this is the relatable story of an unexpectedly rough Sunday morning. WHO IS PRODUCING: Less Than Strangers is a collective of budding Los Angeles artists in the entertainment space. It all began with a few actors who met on reddit and the collective quickly grew to include directors, producers, writers and crew with varying degrees of experience. The goal? To continuously produce content to showcase our talent and build on our experience. CASTING POST ON BACKSTAGE: [https://www.backstage.com/casting/sunday-morning-367292/?utm\_source=social\_share&utm\_medium=copy\_link&utm\_campaign=casting\_call](https://www.backstage.com/casting/sunday-morning-367292/?utm_source=social_share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=casting_call)
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Voice Actors by coyoteshck • last post Aug 28th
Anybody utilize the SAG AFTRA Federal Credit Union for Savings or Checkings? by davejim • last post Aug 28th
Wondering if I should switch over from my current bank (who I'm perfectly happy with). The podcast "Audrey Helps Actors" has mentioned it in passing a few times but never gone into detail, so looking for first hand reviews and experience!
Director and voice director? by lawson125 • last post Aug 28th
What’s the difference between the two? I assume the director of an animated project would direct everyone involved. But do voice directors spend more time with the actors? Are they responsible for bringing out an actor’s best performance? How do directors and voice directors collaborate?
A New Collaborative Subreddit Between Voice-Actors, Actors, and Screenwriters by W_T_D_ • last post Aug 28th
Hello everyone and thanks to the moderators for giving me permission to post this! To make a long(er) story short, I recently took hold of a subreddit from years back that was restricted and abandoned by its founder. r/Scriptread is a place for screenwriters to post either a monologue or a dialogue-heavy, character-driven scene that actors and voice-actors may perform through visual or audio-only recordings. To the benefit of both sides, writers get to hear their work aloud and performers have access to a range of monologues and scenes that they may use for demo reels or any similar works; or it could simply be a place to hone your skills and practice. If you would like to participate, please join at r/Scriptread where, at this moment, an example script and recording awaits. More will be flowing in as I make the rounds and visit other subreddits. I hope to see some of you there! I also just started a [discord server](https://discord.com/invite/DypJ54) where everyone can chat and performers can easily work together.
Looking to hire a voice actor to do a British accent by crapfacejustin • last post Aug 28th
Looking for an actor to do an absurd ludicrous British accent(think southpark) for an animated script. It doesn’t have to be great just good and funny and outlandish. Doesn’t pay a lot but I’m willing to negotiate.
How do I get a agent without referral by Mferraro1808 • last post Aug 28th
Hey everyone! I just emailed every SAG Franchised agent in my area and I'm curious if there is anything else I can do to talk to them? Also, how long does it typically take for them to get back to you? Like I feel really good with my actor's package. I have plenty of scene clips and a reel, as well as plenty of great headshots from a reputable photographer.
Wondering if there are any actors applying to grad schools for the Fall 2021 year or any current grad students that could shed some light on the current state of things! by duaane • last post Aug 28th
Hi all! I wanted to post this question for any actors thinking of applying to grad schools, or any who are currently enrolled that could shed some light on the current state of their schools. My story: I'm an actor based in Los Angeles and I've been pursuing acting out here for the past 3 years. I have my bachelor's degree in Television and Film with a concentration in screenwriting. I’ve taken acting classes out here in LA and I’d some stage work before moving out here. I’ve got representation and I’ve gotten a TV movie credit as well as made some of my own work! I’ve talked to a bunch of actors, teachers, my rep and read a bunch of relevant posts on this subreddit. I know for sure that I want to apply to grad school for the next incoming classes (fall 2021). That said, I’ve got a friend who’s in his 2nd year at Yale and they recently decided to not have an incoming class for 2021. It’s a bummer since of course I planned on applying. It wasn’t my top choice but that decision made me wonder if other schools were going to follow suit, especially considering that it’s Yale. My list now is Irvine, Old Globe, UCSD, and Brown. I just wanted to ask anyone who’s in a similar situation as me your thoughts on the matter. Or any current grad students at these schools or others how they feel about online learning so far as actors/ the general morale from staff? Any knowledge or opinions is greatly appreciated!
Booking roles with longer hair (Male) by snowchamp1229 • last post Aug 27th
I wanted to know what people on this sub think about when it comes to booking roles (or not) when it comes to hair length. So growing up I (28M) used to have normal short hair, but since I turned 22 I'd fallen in love with having longer hair. Think neck or even past shoulder length hair. For my headshots and on a regular basis I normally keep it slicked back and in a bun so it looks professional and approachable, but I wonder if its preventing me from getting auditions for leading roles. I'm not signed atm so I don't have somebody to confer with so I figured this might be the next best thing. From the POV of other actors, writers, directors, producers, casting, etc what are your opinions? Would a clean styled man bun be prevent me from getting a bulk of leading roles?
why is it so hard to find roles for black people? by sampuckettwasblack • last post Aug 27th
so i am a 17 years old and I frequently look into Backstage and Actors Access for roles that are fit for me. The last role that actually fit me was for a movie produced by Fox and directed by Kenya Barris. I was really happy that followed a black teenage main character, but of course main character had to play basketball and be in a interracial family. there’s nothing wrong with interracial families, but if you know anything about Kenya Barris that’s literally what most of his movies/shows are about. For example Blackish, Mixedish, and Black AF. it’s actually really tiring. i could’ve auditioned but I didn’t have money to pay for the sides with actors access so I missed out on it. I have been looking for acting roles ever since I was around 12 and I have always noticed that it’s super hard to find roles for black teenagers. I’m not represented by an agent, so I just look on acting websites to see open call or auditions. I live in the Bay Area if anyone wants context. anyways why is it so hard for writers to create a black character without their whole storyline about being black or something stereotypical. are black roles not desirable to film like what is the problem? maybe I sound spoiled or something, but I just want to know if any black actors or any actors have noticed this or is it just me going crazy.
Why are British actors so good? by ObserverOfSociety • last post Aug 27th
Should I Just Take the LA Plunge? by Kaviness • last post Aug 27th
Hi all, I've been contemplating when the "right" time to move to LA is for me and am wondering if I should just do it. I'd love thoughts on my situation and different perspectives on what I've been feeling. I'm currently based in the SF Bay Area but have noticed a lack of opportunity for narrative film work here in the past couple of years. (My goal is to act in dramatic feature films). There seems to be commercials, theatre, and student films but I haven't booked (or even found auditions for) any narrative work here. I am on all the casting sites, have networked with filmmakers, etc. and have worked on several student-level films and community theatre productions. The student film work I have done has not been super high production value so I don't know about making a reel of it. I almost feel like my career is going more into the theatre realm just because they are the opportunities that most come up for me here. However, I really do want to work on camera and am feeling like I am in a rut. I have taken several acting classes and continue to self-educate - I have had trouble finding good quality acting schools around here that have a professional "studio" approach. (If anyone knows any in the SF Bay Area I would be very appreciative!). Obviously, I know COVID has thrown a wrench into the acting sphere around the globe but I would love to get any thoughts you all might have. I feel like I am living in a "just as if not more expensive" area than LA yet don't have the same level of opportunities (even just getting access to more high quality acting schools would be great!) However, I am mindful of the fact that LA is saturated and don't want to pre-maturely move there if it is not my time. I feel like I am spinning my wheels up here and am not finding opportunities that are in line with the direction I want to go. Disclaimer: I am not searching fame and realize my career is going to take a long time for me even to become a working actor. This is more of a question of career move to become a better actor. I've been acting for several years now and am looking to push myself more! Any thoughts are greatly appreciated! :)
Needing 18+ female va by 14dy1nw4171n8 • last post Aug 27th
Must be 18+ Have PayPal Be comfortable with nsfw content Looking for someone to voice my succubus oc mostly sfw content like hellos and good morning master type of lines. Occasionally will need nsfw content for animations Actress will be paid set agreed on amount per content needed. Role will be recurring. Character image is on my profile. Please have a good day!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Aug 27 by AutoModerator • last post Aug 27th
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.
what is the point of even chasing this if no matter what you do, you cannot get auditions for paid work? do you just come to the conclusion that it's just not in the cards for you? by thisbemyusername1234 • last post Aug 27th
I just can't read one more sentence of somebody talking about how busy their months have been with auditions. I have been chasing this for years, I have done everything, from making my own shit, to changing reps, joining SAG, to moving around different markets, to self submitting like crazy, and I get such a low amount of auditions from my agents that it is so fucking depressing and infuriating and dehumanizing that I don't even feel like wasting my time with this anymore. I just don't understand. I dont understand how nobody tells you the truth about this, like, it's one thing to not be cast, I get that, but to not even get fucking auditions after YEARS of chasing this? after getting into SAG? I wouldn't wish this life experience on my worst enemy. to see trust fund kids and people just starting get swooped up into a career, and to bust my ass and sacrifice so much for literally breadcrumbs of breadcrumbs, I just can't put into words how angry and exasperated I am. I almost feel like low level agents and managers shouldn't even be able to conduct business, because they are just such a complete waste of time for actors, get your hopes up, don't communicate, have no game plan, don't care about you, what the fuck is the point of even being with them? I dont know what to say anymore, it sucks to know that you have the goods and it doesn't fucking matter. but like seriously at what point do you just say, you know what? I can't spend my life chasing something that gives me 0 in return.
Need Black Male Actor to play the active Dad of 22 year old - See details below by Spirited_Sprinkles99 • last post Aug 27th
\[DAD\] Mr. "Work Hard, Play Hard." He doesn't just live each day, he CONQUERS it! Organized, energetic, capable and loving, with a low tolerance for laziness which makes his kids see him as somewhat of a drill sergeant. ​ No Pay - Copy and Credit Provided. This film will hit multiple film festivals.
A New Collaborative Subreddit Between Actors, Voice-Actors, and Screenwriters by W_T_D_ • last post Aug 27th
Hello everyone and thanks to the moderators for giving me permission to post this! To make a long(er) story short, I recently took hold of a subreddit from years back that was restricted and abandoned by its founder. r/Scriptread is a place for screenwriters to post either a monologue or a dialogue-heavy, character-driven scene that actors and voice-actors may perform through visual or audio-only recordings. To the benefit of both sides, writers get to hear their work aloud and performers have access to a range of works that they may use for demo reels or any similar works; or it could simply be a place to hone your skills and practice. If you would like to participate, please join at r/Scriptread where, at this moment, an example script and recording awaits. More will be flowing in as I make the rounds and visit other subreddits. I hope to see some of you there!
How to portray a vampire bite by atxhidden • last post Aug 27th
So I'm curious on shows like The vampire diaries and the originals, whenever 1 actor who is a vampire has to portray that he/she is biting another actor on the neck, how do they do that? Do you just leave your mouth open on their neck? Do you think at any point someone has accidentally given another person a hickey because of it?
Self tape by AgileSeaworthiness3 • last post Aug 27th
Hello guys, I need your help please, I have an audition but I have to send a self tape and I have no idea how that works, I’m new in the business and I don’t know if someone has to read the other actor lines or just read my part, any advice would help me a lot thank you!