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Why do actors who are not as talented as other actors blow up? by Expert-Butterscotch • last post Jan 19th
I’ve seen this a lot and honestly it feels like a slap in the face. Especially because people always give the notion that all you have to do is work hard.
A podcast about voice actors and their stories by yunebug • last post Jan 19th
TL;DR - I created a podcast about voice actors and their stories. It's paid. I think we all have our stories to share and learn a thing or two. I'd love to have you on the show. Link below. Hi everyone! One thing I've always enjoyed about this industry has been the people - the helpful, kind, and supportive ones that I've had the fortune to meet and to work with over the last three years. And it got me thinking - there's gotta be many, many voice actors around the world with interesting stories to tell - about their lives, about how they got started. There are many podcasts out there about the voice acting world - from the established and famous who offer helpful advice and stories, to podcasts focusing on the business side - but I wanted to tell the stories of the voice actors who are working - working hard to get where they want to go. So I created a podcast - Voice Actor Showcase. [https://www.voiceactorshowcase.com](https://www.voiceactorshowcase.com) \- available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. @ VoiceActorShow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. I pay the voice actors - $50 for now (sorry) - and each episode is a short performance by the voice actor followed by an interview about her/him as a person and as a voice actor, as well as the experience of walking this path that we're all on. This $50 could be extra change that pays for a nice dinner for two (or a bottle of whiskey), or a much needed supplement to their income this month. This is the point - we're all in different places in our journeys. My hope is to create an outlet where we can hear each others' stories. I think we have a wonderful community here on reddit - and I love reading the posts here - but I wanted something to listen to in the car, or walking my dog, or etc. So far, two episodes are up, third one is in queue for Friday, and I have six more in production currently - and the stories and the people have been absolutely wonderful and interesting. I really would love to share this with you folks. I will state it here and now - I do not plan on making any profit with this podcast. I'd love sponsors and other people/entities who are willing to financially support the show, and if such event occurs, it'll go straight to operating costs as well as paying the voice actors a higher fee. PROMISE. And I welcome any and all voice actors who are willing to share their stories. Looking forward to hearing from you. Sorry about the novel - I'm an over-sharer. Thanks for listening (reading).
Are talent agencies likely to sign with someone with little to no experience? by spn121 • last post Jan 19th
This is just for my pure curiosity. I stumbled upon the wiki page of Emma Mackey, the girl that plays Maeve in Sex Education. It says there that she studied English at Uni of Leeds, where she also appeared in a few stage productions, and that’s about it. Afterwards she just moved to London and signed with the Curtis Brown Agency. Since she didn’t go to drama school/appear in anything significant before Sex Education, may Curtis Brown or any other agencies take actors with little to no experience? Thank you:)
I’m sick—what do I do? by legendofpokki • last post Jan 19th
Being sick **sucks**, and I think we all know that. I’m definitely not a professional voice actor or anything, but a croaky voice, sore throat, and persistent cough have been essentially blocking me from doing what I love. I’m wondering what I can do to keep my voice healthy so that when I fully recover I’ll immediately be available for recording? Any advice is appreciated!
I need voice Actors for a My Little Pony fan series I'm starting + Animation, especially MALE CHARACTERS by PrincessLuna2342 • last post Jan 19th
The available characters are King Ignatius (The previous king) - minor, Queen Aqua (The previous queen) - minor, Scout (The Prince) - major, Harmony (The new princess) - major, Woodwind (The Evil King) - medium, Breeze (The new queen, doesn't know her husband is evil) - minor. Do not worry. This will all make sense later. :)
I want to become an actor by LostWitss • last post Jan 18th
Hello, so this is my first post on Reddit. I want to become an actor, my passion has been to make people feel emotions and really push those feelings. Problem is, I'm a tall chubby 19 year old guy. I'm broke and barely holding on. I want to make my dreams a reality and I have no clue where to start, I am so lost. Can anyone help me?
I'm giving away my first XLR mic kit! by LukeLC • last post Jan 18th
Greetings, aspiring voice actors! I see a lot of questions on subs like this asking about beginner mic setups, which typically involve something USB. While USB mics have come a long way, the reality is you will instantly lose a lot of credibility with one. XLR is what you want. Not only do they produce a more authentic sound, but they'll introduce you to other aspects of audio production that will serve you well as you advance. Also, you might be surprised at how affordable an XLR setup can be. Case in point, my first XLR setup was hardly pricey, but it did the job. Now I'm moving soon, and rather than find a way to pack it along with me, I decided it'd be better to put it in the hands of someone who can use it! # Witness for yourself: https://preview.redd.it/d9d8uroh3lb41.jpg?width=3210&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8ab609c70f0ace1e10f24c6babbb7484cf5419ec https://preview.redd.it/9vz6mwoh3lb41.jpg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b28b13698c62f4ad22b08d3263314428b42a3225 What I'm giving away includes a **Neewer NW800**, **desktop stand**, **pop filter**, **48V phantom power supply**, **one XLR-to-XLR cable**, and **one XLR-to-3.5mm cable**. Again, I must stress that this is a **beginner** recording setup. To get the best quality out of this mic (or any XLR mic), you will want to upgrade to a proper audio interface at some point down the road. But that's not to say you won't get some mileage out of the kit as-is. [Here's an example of a trailer I voice acted](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-Ux8hNt8WQ) using this very mic. # How to participate: * To enter the giveaway, comment below and tell me a voice actor that inspired you! * When this post is 48 hours old, I'll use [random.org](https://random.org) to pick someone from the comments and send them a PM. * All I ask is that you pay for shipping (about $7). Send me your PayPal address and I'll create a proper transaction so everything is on the up-and-up. *(If the shipping fee is genuinely a problem for you, let me know and we'll work it out.)* * Participants should *probably* be from the US. If you're in, say, Canada, we can make it happen, but shipping fees will be higher. Good luck, and enjoy!
Waiting for an audition and dealing with the anticipation by web_head91 • last post Jan 17th
Hello chums and fiends. I am a stage actor. I have two auditions scheduled for two days apart in a couple weeks. One is for a professional theater (equity), and one is community. I've been acting for a couple years now and so even though I'm not new to auditioning, I wanted to make a post about what I'm feeling. I think the hardest part of auditioning is the anticipation leading up to it. Once I'm in the room and actually doing it, some adrenaline kicks in, I'm excited, and it's a little scary but in a more manageable way. Sitting and waiting, though, is a pain. It's hard. I feel like I'm staving off waves of minor panic attacks 24/7. This is what I do: Each day, I practice my audition pieces. I go over them a few times, try different things, etc. Then, as I get ready for bed, I write down the lyrics to the songs I'm preparing, and will just kinda recite them in my head as I'm brushing my teeth and such. Then I try to run through them again, in my head, as I go through my morning routine. Then I usually sing them in the car on the way to work after doing some vocal warm ups. ​ I feel like each day, I work on my auditions. But it is still daunting to think about, and it's hard to just carry the anxiety with me everywhere I go. I just wanted to put this out there and see if anyone has any tips. I'm sure for some of us here that are film actors with agents, who audition every few days, it's a different beast. As a theater actor who is trying to transition from community to equity/pro, I only audition maybe once or twice every three months or so. So it feels like a fresh process each time.
Question about acting résumé... by jbp22 • last post Jan 17th
Hey! I'm an actor from Vancouver and have a question... On your resume, is it better to list all your training or only some? If a CD sees say... 9 different actor training workshops and schools but say... 6 film credits, will they think the amount of training is good or that the actor must not be that good if they have a bunch of training and only 6 credits and just pass them by? OR, is it something to not even think about? Thanks!!!
What does everyone use to attach their materials? by StrobeRogers • last post Jan 17th
Hello, I normally use staples and cut by light. I think I'm going back to actor paper. I have heard to use permanent double tape instead? Any thoughts? Thanks
Why is it so hard to find a voice over actor who can play a down to earth husband but also fun and light hearted? by ReCKoNeR_ • last post Jan 17th
I have been trying for months to find a voice over actor who can do a voice over role of some lines as a husband having a normal light hearted conversation with his wife. For some reason almost every voice over actor I have encountered seems to never been in a relationship or no idea how to talk to women. I am not trying to generalize, but it's been almost impossible to find someone who can just act...normal? It's almost everyone wants to put a looney toon spin on it. How do I avoid this?
What am I? by Bronko79 • last post Jan 17th
Hello all. I have a big question. I have very poor voice to be a voice actor. However I am a game composer sound designer, and since I am packed with microphones and good gear to mess around with I grown myself a pioneer over modulation.Thanks for that I picked voice acting myself. The only problem is I modulate my voice. I have programmed hundreds of combinators in Reason 11, years of experimenting gave me a tool to make myself sound good,but none of the voices I produce is mine. When I start recording my voice comes out in ways that no one could recognise me yet for roles that need some special spices I would be excellent for. I have 150 voices by now. Robots and droids, artificial intelligence kinda voice, ghosts werewolves, zombies, monsters. I have been able to copy zombies of Resident Evil4 , Heli Mike, Krauser, Leon S Kennedy Salazar before and after shift and many monsters like Garrador and regenerator. Copied Churchill, Gollum, Played astronauts, apache pilots and many many others. My english isn't perfect but I can read scripts well, though this is not the main point. I cannot say I am a voice actor, because I change my voice, so what exactly am I? I wanna address companies and such ,but If I would be lucky to get an interview and start talking they would see straight away I am not the one they are looking for. Anyone please?
Acting Reel Feedback Request by NimbleGamer • last post Jan 17th
Hey guys! My name is Jadon, I'm an actor who's been in and around the craft for a few years as an adult and definitely as a kid. I've been doing some of my own projects and student films that are halfway decent as I'm trying to progress each day(hopefully to get a sag card and eventually get into bigger productions). That being said, I'd love feedback on my latest reel! The link is: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQ7aVpPFKQY&t=6s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQ7aVpPFKQY&t=6s) ​ Let me know all thoughts, critiques, technical, creative, etc. Also, I will be posting more creative video content and work so stay tuned! :)
Hey actors, my day job is in casting. Send me links to self-tapes/reels and I will give you honest advice on how you can improve. by ace_113 • last post Jan 17th
Yep, no costs, free advice. Just trying to pay it forward and give access to those who may not get the opportunity to talk to someone in the industry :) \-Ace
Improving singing ability? by sdietwnsie • last post Jan 17th
Hey guys, I’m an actor and have a lot of experience within theatre. However very minimal singing experience, I really wanna start to improve my singing voice as it would open up more castings for me, whilst I do plan on getting lessons at some point (when I can afford it lol) is there anything anyone can suggest to start improving it on my own? Any advice any of you have followed in the past that has helped with your voice? Thanks in advance !!
Need a tee edited? by randyvinneau • last post Jan 17th
Hey everybody! I’ve been inspired by [the post](https://reddit.com/r/acting/comments/epyay7/hey_actors_my_day_job_is_in_casting_send_me_links/) from u/ace_113 and I figured I’d do my part to keep the good deeds going. If you need your reel edited, let me know. If you have a bunch of footage and you need it put together I can do that for you. I can work with you to make your reel need what you/your agent are looking for. [Here](https://youtu.be/twv_75ZqrA8) is my reel as an example.
I just got an email regarding a casting director.... by wolfguardian72 • last post Jan 17th
It’s not fake, is it? The guy said I had auditioned for him in the past, but it’s been so long that I don’t remember. He is asking if I’d be interested in joining a list of some spreadsheet of actors to use on his projects. The only thing he mainly asks for is a recent headshot, reel (or acting video), union status, rate, etc. It seems like a detailed email and I don’t wanna be tricked again with some false flag here.
Can your agent/manager see the stuff you self-submit for on Actors Access? by silkk8 • last post Jan 17th
I recently got an Eco Cast audition request for an ULB film on AA. Due to some extenuating circumstances I don't think I'll be able to submit a tape, but I'm wary on declining if my manager will see that I turned it down. I don't want her to think I'll make that a habit for stuff she submits me for.
Audio Drama BULLET BORN brought to life by great voice acting! by RiotRadioFM • last post Jan 16th
The first time I posted about Bullet Born, it was only available on Youtube. I was encouraged to explore options to get it on different platforms, and that's when I stumbled upon Anchor. Now Bullet Born is available on the following platforms! Google Podcast [https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMTkyOTBkMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==](https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMTkyOTBkMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==) Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7zKFikXMX12f1FetNI7MPV](https://open.spotify.com/show/7zKFikXMX12f1FetNI7MPV) Breaker [https://www.breaker.audio/bullet-born](https://www.breaker.audio/bullet-born) Overcast [https://overcast.fm/itunes1491811813/bullet-born](https://overcast.fm/itunes1491811813/bullet-born) Pocketcasts [https://pca.st/as3c9slu](https://pca.st/as3c9slu) Radio Public [https://radiopublic.com/bullet-born-WD4OgE](https://radiopublic.com/bullet-born-WD4OgE) Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1491811813](https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1491811813) You can also hear commercial free versions of the episodes if you support us on Patreon. There is also currently a raffle going on for special merch on our Patreon as well. \-An 11x17 Arch Stanton autographed Superman Art Print (Arch Stanton is the Artist of the piece, and creator of Bullet Born) \-A 10x10 Batman V Superman Emblem Art Print \-Third Eye Storytelling T-Shirt We hope you enjoy our show, and support us on Patreon. The money goes to paying our artists, voice actors, and helps us continue to tell our stories! [https://www.patreon.com/Thirdeyestorytelling](https://www.patreon.com/Thirdeyestorytelling)
Meisner tenchique is seemingly for reactive characters, but... by curtisclone • last post Jan 16th
I was introduced to acting through monologues and Shakespeare, not particularly using any technique. However, I know that I "self-direct" and heavily rehearse my lines and emotional beats so that each performance is basically like the last. Which brings me to the allure of Meisner and being open to and listening to the other actors to inform how to bring the next line of performance. After minimal research with the Meisner technique, however, **it seems as though it is used primarily in a REACTIVE way, but what if you need to be the initial force of the scene, or push into a monologue?**