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Dual Canadian and American Citizen - Can I Use This To My Advantage? by sparkleeyes  •  last post Jan 11th

Pretty much as the title states. Also, I’m 25, female, biracial. I was born in Canada and moved to America at a fairly young age. I currently live in Los Angeles and I’m seeking a manager. I have solid headshots and a pretty good resume for a green actor. I’m currently waiting on better reel footage, but I have a short reel. Should I be looking for reps in Canada? I feel like I might be missing out on potential roles. In LA, I’m a small fish in a big pond. As a Canadian citizen, I know I’m able to work on some Canadian productions that Americans aren’t. Any thoughts?

Got a talk from a close friend by filthyhanded  •  last post Jan 11th

Hey guys, So I’m planning on going to school for acting (I’m specialize in improv, not in actual acting) and one of my friends sat down and talked to me about this. How agencies, commercials, etc don’t really care about your education but more about your looks. I’ve had problems with my memory from a concussion I had awhile back. But! I am a very committed person and I don’t stop until I get the results I need, whatever it might be. I know I have the right mindset for this, and it has been my dream to be an actor. I’m well aware that the industry treats people like they’re nothing and I know it’s going to be hard to get a job right after I graduate, but it’s something that I want to do. I really do appreciate what my friend said + I value their opinion. I did have second thoughts after the talk, I am literally putting all my eggs in one basket. I also come from a family that doesn’t have much, so the thought does cross my mind that I’m wasting their money. What are your guy’s thoughts on this? You can be as brutally honest as you want, I really don’t mind.

Actorive.com Review: Actorive Scam or Legit? by NewsOnlineIncome  •  last post Jan 11th

Following things make us suspicious about Actorive website:- # Actorive has provided its company’s address as “5 WARD LANE,FILER,ID 83328“. However, when we searched for this location on Google Maps, we found out it is an address of a residential farm area but not an address of any company or shop or store. So, it makes Actorive a very suspicious website since legit online stores always provide the authentic detailed company’s address but scam online stores always found to be hiding their identity or providing a fake address. On top of that, lots of similar kinds of suspicious sites using the same address such as Agenotsy, DarrellHartley, Outfityle, Strapelet, Shrinkela and so on # These days multiple new online stores are claiming to sell various items on huge discount, but most of them are scams. So, it’s better to stay away from the new online stores or at least do some research before you purchase something from the new online stores because most of these new online stores don’t deliver the purchased items to their clients or, deliver completely different or very low-quality items. To know more details about Actorive, please click the link here: https://de-reviews.com/actorive/

Feeling guilty for wanting to rent a room at the top of my budget cause I'm an actor by worldtraveler9700  •  last post Jan 10th

Hi all, I'm looking at moving and was wondering how actors look at finding places to live with a fluctuating income and still maintaining a decent quality of life. I make enough to live, be happy and pursue my career. But sometimes it's almost like I feel like I shouldn't be living somewhere that's within my budget but at the top end of it because I need to 'save as much as I can'. Is there a different way you all look at this?

What do Backround Actors talk about on scene? by zachwilik  •  last post Jan 10th

In movies when the main characters are talking let’s say in the backround what are the people talking to eachother about, I mean like let’s say in the halls in school, when they are walking, what do they talk about?

Are there any actors with foreign language degrees? by Winter_01  •  last post Jan 10th

I was researching different routes into acting online and came across an interesting article by timeshighereducation.com saying "language degrees also appear to be a good requisite for a career in acting." Since I am currently studying for a foreign language degree myself, I decided to test the validity of that quote by trying to find actors with foreign language degrees to see how they got into the industry, but so far I've been rather unsuccessful. Thus, I was wondering if anyone knows of any actors (well-known or otherwise) who possess a foreign language degree, as it may (or may not!) help me get into acting. Any help is much appreciated.

Can I use a selfie as a headshot? I hust want to start as an extra or something by dropthatmic  •  last post Jan 10th

I dont have any experience being an actor so I just want to start out as a extra just to see how every works and plays out. The problem is that I look horrible on camera and the best pictures I have of myself are mirror selfies. I dont have the money or the confidence to get a professional headshot. Can I just use a mirror selfie for now?

Looking for actors for episode 4 of this Vlog by cinematrick  •  last post Jan 10th

Voice Actors Needed For Animated Short *Paid Work* by ajeezyart  •  last post Jan 10th

Hi everyone! I'm currently developing a short 2-minute animation for an upcoming series called "ReBirth: Broken Memory". As of right now, the animation itself and the script are competently finished and we just need 2 Voice Actors who can lend their talents to 2 of the main characters (and possibly a few background characters also). To give you an idea of the voices we need, below are the characters and a brief summary of each of them: Cross - Best described as a rough around the edges war vet & father. Will do whatever it takes to accomplish his goals. Dr. Ukiyo - Best described as an older scientist. Although both arrogant and conniving, he serves the main antagonist loyally. As this is only a 2-minute animation, there won't be too much dialogue until the full series is developed. If interested at all, please feel free to contact me and let me know what your rates are. I'll also be sure to answer any questions you may have. •Must be able to provide a demo reel •Access to a good recording setup •Reasonable acting ability •Be able to commit to a project and work within deadlines

Feedback wanted for voiceover samples by shelsss  •  last post Jan 10th

I’m a self taught Australian voice actor and wanted to get some unbiased feedback on my work. I’m currently working on a few samples in different categories but this is what I’ve got so far. Here’s the link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MRfEXSRgW4nnP76wZIPPgbV_0YX4vBQl If you have any suggestions on what I can improve on, types of samples I can add to my portfolio etc I’d love to hear them! Thanks :)

What do you do when you feel like giving up? by arabactor99  •  last post Jan 10th

I’m a fairly new actor, and I absolutely love every second that I am practicing, auditioning, or working on my element. The hardest part for me is getting my family and friends approval. Since I am 24 already and just began acting and planning a move to LA, I constantly hear how pointless it is, how I’ll never make it into the industry, how I’m wasting my life and will end up broke and pursuing a false dream, and more. I’m just wondering how others keep there head straight and keep going when this is all I hear every day?

Do most actors have a day/side job? by Dabrigstar  •  last post Jan 9th

As much as I love performing, sometimes jobs can be few and far between. even if you get a huge gig where you get four straight weeks work for thousands of dollars, once the four weeks are over you are unemployed again and until you get something else, you are on your own. barring the actors who make enough to live off it full time (not many) what do the other actors do to support themselves between gigs? do they have a day job at a supermarket or as a taxi driver or something? And how hard is it to balance your day job with an acting job?

Submission To Audition Ratio : Actors Access by CaliforniaStoked  •  last post Jan 9th

Hello, I was curious what everyones submission to audition ratio is on Actors Access? I'm mostly asking for my own research, and to look at my materials to see what I can improve on in order to get in the room more in 2020. I know type has a lot to do with it, so feel free to mention that as well. I'm located in Los Angeles. I submit to roughly 25 auditions a week, and maybe get one audition. My type is very girl next door/best friend/troubled teen, and I usually play around 17-24. I mostly get called in for dramatic roles. Lifetime movies, heroin addict teen, etc. I feel like my headshots are an 8/10. They are strong, but could be stronger. Once I save a bit more money, I plan to take some new ones. My reel needs to be updated, because I lost a significant amount of weight, and I feel like I need more variety in my reel clips, for when I submit to different types of projects. I'd love to hear from everyone else, just to get an idea of how I can improve my submission to audition ratio in the new year, and what the average audition ratio is for others who are a similar type to me. Thanks!!

How do Actors take off? Is it really LUCK and PERFECT TIMING? Or is it naturally hard work and effort that matters more? by TheUnidentifiedBoy  •  last post Jan 9th

I'm asking this because I've seen a lot of stuff on this topic and more importantly I've seen a young actor take off being super famous with never ending work as a child and having that success for their entire life, then I see other Actors who also started young, but never got much work, or fame, or anything even up to the age of 50. Some can take 1 year and become famous from nothing or some can take 30 years and STILL NOT become famous with experience???

I want to get into the art of acting. Is there anything I can learn just from watching tv shows and movies from day to day? by Kamihkaze  •  last post Jan 9th

First time posting here guys. I have been really interested in acting for the past few years now but business school has prevented me from dedicating much time. I graduate in Spring so I will have more time to pursue this. In the meantime, What can I pick up from watching actors/actresses on screen? Is there certain things I should pay attention to? What are some other sources I can use or read to better my understanding of what I can expect when getting into the field hardcore. Thanks!

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jan 9 by AutoModerator  •  last post Jan 9th

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.

Planning to move over to LA later this year frustrated by regional stigmas UK actors face- what can I expect with day jobs? by EFC94  •  last post Jan 9th

Just to add a bit of context. I'm a dual national of the US and UK. I'm currently living in Liverpool, UK and I find my regional accent is closing a lot of doors in my face over here when I go for roles. I can switch between any UK and US regional accents but I'm never given the chance and am often told how well I have auditioned, or have a good profile but my accent isn't right. Frustrating. I also notice my lack of stage background or drama qualifications block me from getting to an optimal number of auditions over here as they like actors to have classic theatrical training before they audition for shows in most cases. Again, frustrating. So, using the only ace I have, my US nationality, I plan on moving over to Los Angeles to remove my regional stigma to just being an English guy who can do a perfect regional American accent when required. It seems a lot of actors in LA are in a similar boat where they take part in conservatories and weekly classes whilst they audition but don't necessarily have classical training. I'd be interested to hear the experience of others in terms of the day job they have to support themselves whilst auditioning. Here in Liverpool, I've been able to work as an office Copywriter on decent pay and just take classes in the evening and book a half-day/full day/unpaid day when needed for auditions. It seems that in LA most actors I read about are just scraping by waiting tables or working at a grocery store. Is this a stereotype, or the stone-cold truth? Is it not possible to work a qualified role of some variety whilst you are auditioning, must you struggle on with borderline poverty until you start booking regularly which could take years if ever?