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Sage advice by RuleOld7246 • last post Apr 1st
First Rejection! by MagicMethHeads • last post Apr 1st
I had my first audition a couple weeks ago for a guest star role for a large TV production and got to the last round of call backs! Unfortunately the actor who was cast for the older version of the character was of another ethnicity so I didn’t get the role. Despite that I’m happy I got that far with my first audition! The CD also directly told me I did a great job which was awesome for the morale. I think I’m on the right track!
Sag-aftra background actors event by Kenneth Adrian Ellis • last post Mar 31st
DISCOVER (CONCERNING) GETTING PAID WHAT-**YOU** ARE OWED
Hollywood Ends Covid Protocols by Matthew Gross • last post Mar 31st
Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, National Executive Director for SAG-AFTRA, sent an email this afternoon letting the membership know that Hollywood's unions and guilds agreed to end Covid health safety protocols on May 11. 2023. There are certain provisions where talent can request testing, but generally testing, mask wearing, distancing, etc. are at an end. This change will reduce the enormous cost of testing and PPE which productions had to bear.
Just got approached for a role for the first time. by lpjrgoose • last post Mar 31st
So I was recently in a production of Yamina Reza's 'Art' (I played Marc) and a few days after we closed, a member of the Board of Directors at a local community theatre sent me a message through Facebook (we've worked together on a few shows before) and he said that the director for their production of Harvey Fierstein's "Torch Song" was interested in casting me after seeing me in 'Art'. So a phone number exchange and a few texts later and I'll next be appearing as David in "Torch Song," without ever auditioning for it. This is the first time something like this has ever happened to me, where someone has handpicked me to be in their production after seeing my performance in another show, so I'm super excited and honored and feel like I'm almost starting to "make it" as an actor. So I also was just curious how often this happens to you guys, what your reaction was, and what the situation was (what show you were in/what role you got) when something like this first happened to you.
New voice actors: It's okay to be skeptical. This life/path/ business takes time. by Failed2launch • last post Mar 31st
If you are new to voice acting, I just want to say, I'm happy you are here. I also want to say, save your money, and do your research. This path is full of rejection, and people criticizing your voice and acting skills. WARNING: This is a TOUGH LOVE post. If you are under the age of 18, or you are having a rough mental health day, you need to back out of this post and come back later. Come back when you are in a good mood. I do not need a "reddit cares award"...again. Without further ado.... BE SKEPTICAL. Yes, even of this post. Get a second opinion. Read the getting started post on this subreddit and watch YouTube and listen to podcasts. If someone said "I made $1000 on fiver doing voice over" please think about it for just a moment. If someone says "I will make your demo for you in just three days after you take my class" please think about it for a moment. If someone says "This is so easy, you just do voices and make money " please think about it for a moment. Get a second opinion. Be skeptical. My advice, is slow down. SLOW. Take a moment and start reading. Not just this post, but read on to many posts by everyone. This entire business and life involves reading. Use the reddit search bar, and google. There's a good chance that question has been asked , and there's probably even a podcast or YouTube answering it. After you get your answer, get a second opinion. See if someone completely different has the same, or a different answer. Even if you are just here because you want to be in video games or anime or you just like to do silly voices on YouTube. Be skeptical. You can make good money, eventually. But if someone is promising you the world, stop and think about it for a moment. You should also know, that for most people, you can't just be a voice actor and survive on your own. Most professional voice actors, either worked full time in their day job and did part time voice acting, or work a part time job and do full time voice acting. The people in this life who are working full time have spent thousands of hours working, and studying. They are always taking classes, workshops, being in workout groups, and marketing themselves and seeking out opportunities. It's okay to be skeptical. It's okay if it all seems overwhelming. It's okay if you don't have the best microphone or recording space. Actually, it's even beneficial if you slow down, and study. The older you get, the more life experiences you will have. This plays into your acting . You will need to be able to show the world you can be emotionally vulnerable. If you had love ones pass away, or a pet, you can pull from that emotional toolbox in the future. If, you had horrible days where everything went wrong or someone was really mean to you and you were so angry you were going to explode, you can save that for your emotional toolbox. If, you found the love of your life and you were so overjoyed and inspired that you got married, you can save that for your toolbox. Being an actor requires you to dig deep, even for something as trivial as a 30 second commercial about drunk driving. Jobs, whatever you have worked for, it's all relevant. Fast food? relevant Plumber? relevant Teacher? relevant Mechanic? relevant Pharmacist? relevant Radio DJ? relevant Your past job fields are relevant because you may play a role in the future that calls on this. In addition, if you have a favorite hobby or few, those too are important. Guns? relevant Knitting? relevant Equestrian? relevant Baking? relevant Many audiobooks about those topics, or YouTube explainer videos usually sound better when you are actually interested in what is being talked about. Technology has vastly improved, and things have gotten way cheaper. A $100 mic has improved over the years as well as a $400 mic. Acoustic treatment has gotten way cheaper for your recording space. Information is readily available and mostly free one the internet. Remember what I Said about being skeptical. Do you need a Sennheiser 416 at this very moment? And is the Scarlett 2i2 good enough? Watch videos, comparisons, and make sure you are 100% sure you know what you are buying and if you even need it at this moment. We are also seeing how A.I. plays out for voice actors. People are getting new standard contracts made with their entertainment attorneys to protect their voice from being used by others without permission or payment. Maybe that's something you should look into. if you intend to make THIS your lifes work, what you want to be known for, you MUST be a self starter, entrepreneur and have a growth mindset. No matter where you are auditioning, you are ALWAYS competing with the best of the best. So, every successful voice actor has mentioned the same theme: Luck is preparation meeting opportunity. You need to be ready for when the time comes to start putting yourself out there. And it's okay if it feels overwhelming right now. But, you need to remember, this IS a business. And you are the owner. You are also the product. It's YOUR responsibility to take care of YOU. It's your responsibility to research and follow up. Finally, get help. It's okay, to ask for help, but remember, if you are reaching out to a professional, and they say "sure, read this ". Read it. That person is helping you. They are being nice by suggesting something that helped them. And, if you have the money, there are still good people out there who are willing to help. But be skeptical Is the person you are paying for coaching a successful voice actor? Check their imdb. Are they still landing jobs in the past two years? Be skeptical. Be patient. This path is a long one. And most importantly, be kind to yourself. Remember to take a break every once in awhile. But also, remember to kick your own ass and get out there, and get to work. -With love, to all, keep on punchin and rollin'. J
Beginner at acting by Rude_Structure6066 • last post Mar 31st
Hey guys, so I’m a beginner at film acting and just wondering if you guys could teach me the basics terms and how to go about it? What is union vs nonunion, how can you be a union actor, what is SAG/SAG-AFTRA? Etc. also if I’m missing anything?
Are these red flags for a project I am auditioning for? by AccountantLong9075 • last post Mar 31st
Doing a routine google search on the director/writer of a feature I am auditioning for- got it on AA self submitting. CD is well established and credited. But I found a go fund me- like page for the film. On the page, the director states how he loves discovering new talent, and gave one big actor their start in a film he made 10 years ago (this seems true), and that "aspiring actors" can purchase a perk to bypass the audition process or send resumes to an email address. There are some big names attached, but on the go fund site theres like $50k left to reach. It suppose to shoot in May, this seems kinda odd, right?
Opinions on mullets by Aggressive_Cattle_69 • last post Mar 31st
Queer/non-binary actor here considering a short mullet to switch up my look. I have an “edgy/alternative” look but can clean up for roles with a pretty standard male presenting haircut. Think the mullet will limit my bookings or should I go full tilt for something new? Any and all opinions encouraged and appreciated
Your weekly /r/VoiceActing roundup for the week of March 24 - March 30 by subredditsummarybot • last post Mar 31st
**Friday, March 24 - Thursday, March 30** ###Top 10 Posts | score | comments | title & link | |--|--|--| | 131 | [15 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/1245zbo/booth_update/) | `[Booth Related]` Booth update!| | 83 | [5 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/122xxte/a_lesson_learned_from_a_failed_audition_an_advice/) | `[Advice]` A Lesson Learned From A Failed Audition / An Advice for Newcomers| | 76 | [7 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/124az53/dont_give_up_you_can_do_it_if_you_have_faith_in/) | `[Getting Started]` Don't give up; you can do it if you have faith in your talents!| | 62 | [17 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/126gddn/fiverr_account_permanently_disabled_with_no/) | `[Advice]` Fiverr account permanently disabled with no warning| | 42 | [8 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/120sa12/fandubs_go_in_the_friday_anything_goes_threads/) | `[Mod News]` Fandubs go in the 'Friday Anything Goes' threads only.| | 37 | [11 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/125q8g4/got_hired_on_backstagecom_whats_next/) | `[Advice]` Got hired on backstage.com- what's next?| | 30 | [26 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/123cm00/convincing_my_parents_to_let_me_voice_act_teen/) | `[Advice]` Convincing my parents to let me voice act (Teen)| | 25 | [19 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/12243ny/voice_acting_voice_over_classes/) | `[Advice]` Voice Acting / Voice Over Classes?| | 19 | [3 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/123w6d1/voice_acting_coachingclass_recommendations/) | `[Advice]` Voice Acting Coaching/Class Recommendations?| | 18 | [8 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/124qeo6/does_anybody_have_recent_experience_or_know/) | `[Advice]` Does anybody have recent experience or know anything about the company “Voices for All”?| ###Top 5 Most Commented | score | comments | title & link | |--|--|--| | 3 | [29 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/1238yfm/best_blankets_to_use/) | `[Advice]` Best Blankets to use?| | 4 | [22 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/126pt84/does_any_one_have_experience_with_anime_voice/) | `[Discussion]` Does any one have experience with anime voice acting? Why are the same VAs getting casted over and over again?| | 2 | [17 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/121wof2/mic_help_200_budget/) | `[Microphones]` Mic help! 200$ budget| | 0 | [14 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/122qdjq/looking_for_voice_actor/) | `[PAID work]` Looking for voice actor| | 16 | [11 comments](/r/VoiceActing/comments/121tkw3/looking_for_guidance_on_microphone_vibrations/) | `[Advice]` Looking for guidance on microphone vibrations.|
Question about "local hire" by berdulf • last post Mar 31st
I'm starting to get the sense this is a bit controversial. I've recently started looking at breakdowns to get started in acting. At first, I assumed "local hire" meant precisely that. So if a project in Atlanta specified "local hire", they weren't considering anyone outside Atlanta. Then I found a few articles that mentioned it in the context of travel expenses and that some newer actors take local hire roles in other cities, knowing they won't get travel reimbursements. But now I'm seeing differing opinions about this on the subreddit, to the point of calling somebody a scab that needs to get out of the industry (which might have been more about more of an argument over the testing requirement than geography). Is the issue simply over trying to get a local hire role when you aren't local? Or is the issue with people who *lie about being local* to get a role? Are there CDs that have no problems with casting non-local actors unless there's a covid testing requirement or a need to be available on short notice? I've heard that some CDs have been burned by actors who haven't been truthful about where they actually live and couldn't show up for covid testing. And yes, I anticipate a range of experiences and opinions.
A good mic for a beginner? by Noah_HK • last post Mar 31st
So i've finally decided to act on my dream of being a voice actor and i will ofc need a good mic. I was wondering what you lovely folks would recomend. I have around 3000 USD to use but i'd rather not use that much on my first mic. Some info that might be usefull: I will be using a 2022 Asus ROG Zephyrus g14 with 16gb ram My room is medium to øargely sized with no soundproofing. Though it is quite packed (don't know if it makes a difference but thought i should mention) This mic is mostly gonnna be for practise and if i'm lucky some small VA jobs and once i can see a future doing it i'll invest in more expensive equipment Thank you in advance to everyone who responds!
Does this seem predatory? Or is it just me? by Trustfundturd • last post Mar 31st
Screenshot from Actors access where I saw the breakdown.
Connecticut by COOP89 • last post Mar 31st
Any fellow nutmeg state actors on her have any advice or wanna link up?
A few questions for a screenplay featuring an actress! by sej777 • last post Mar 31st
Hello acting community! I'm writing a story where the main character is an actress and was wondering if y'all could help me out by answering any or all of the following questions: 1. What are the worst audition or on-set (theatrical or commercial) experiences you've had? Doesn't have to be too dark - could even be funny or just generally ridiculous in terms of what was required 2. What's the craziest thing you've done in attempt to get a role or an agent / manager? I want people to root for this actress so need to show her really committing / sacrificing in order to get her break (e.g. lying about having certain skills then having to learn, not revealing an allergy, extreme method acting methods, etc) - this doesn't have to be a personal story, if you know of famous actors who've done crazy things, that would be great! 3. What's been an experience where you've been seriously screwed over or let down after being close to getting a break / role? 4. What are the craziest non-conventional ways you've heard people score roles? (e.g. she was the casting director's babysitter / the director saw her at his favorite coffee shop, etc) 5. If you could wave a magic wand and become best friends with a person in one role in the industry to help you accelerate your career - would it be a big casting director, a famous director, or a producer? Or someone else? who do you think has the most sway across roles? 6. Any common demotivating things that people say in auditions / your experience during auditions? Outside of the things shown in LaLa land haha
Suggestions for Acting Training by astonishing_senator • last post Mar 31st
Hi! I am an aspiring actor originally from Toronto, Canada, currently residing in Ottawa, Canada, for my studies. I am at the beginning of my acting journey and am seeking guidance on how to approach training to hone my talents before applying to agencies for representation. Specifically, I am interested in improving my skills in areas such as improv, on-camera acting, acting techniques, scene study, and cold reading. In Ottawa, I am aware of only one acting studio for in-person training, which is highly rated - the [Screen Acting Academy](https://screenactingacademy.ca). This studio offers four levels of training, along with workshops for improv, auditions, and commercials. Classes take place once a week for three hours. However, I am also considering online training options, such as [LB Acting Studios](https://lbactingstudio.com), [Armstrong Acting Studios](https://www.armstrongactingstudios.com), and the [Houde School of Acting](https://www.houdeschoolofacting.com). I am uncertain about the effectiveness of online classes, though. Additionally, I am unsure whether I should pursue improv training online with [Second City](https://www.secondcity.com/toronto/) or attend an in-person class in Ottawa. To supplement my training, I am considering becoming involved in community theatre to practice my skills, build my credits, and network. I would greatly appreciate any advice, suggestions, or warnings from the community on how best to approach my training and further my career as an actor. Thank you in advance for your valuable input!
Feeling Self-Conscious. by Dwayne_Man9323 • last post Mar 31st
So, I recently got a glimpse of One Piece's Film Red English Dub, and Amalee is freaking amazing! She also has done a lot of English covers of songs from the movie, and she's got quite a few followers on Youtube, which is even more amazing! (Even though it's a crime, they didn't add them to the movie! >3<) But for some reason, I can't help but feel utterly inferior to her and wonder if I'll be as great as she is. I mean, I'm barely getting started late in the game, and I just hit the big 3 and O. but I am well aware that every voice actor's journey is different, and I know that every single actor in the world has worked hard to get to where they are. I just wish I could stop letting this lousy feeling get to me, and I'm wondering if everyone else has felt the same way. If you did, how did you go about dealing with it?
could you kiss on real life like they do in hollywood? by irisworldx • last post Mar 31st
Hello, so I just had a thought. I've seen people I know in school kissing before and it honestly looks kind of gross. I've kissed some guys and it sucked too. They didnt really know how to kiss and ew peoples mouths taste weird. But when I watch movies it looks so smooth and enjoyable, I know they are just acting and its heavily choreographed. But Is there a way to kiss like that in real life? And what techniques are commonly used by actors in Hollywood kissing scenes? how do actors kiss because I want to kiss like that. Explain pls..
Self-tape Auditions by Tammy Hunt • last post Mar 30th
Contrasting Action Heroes by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Mar 30th
Deadline released this really interesting article today contrasting various action heroes throughout cinema history. It made me think about the kind of action heroes that we'll likely see moving forward. I'd love to know the community's thoughts on what makes a great action hero or heroine, and what kind of action stars you all hope to see more of in the future.