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Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Oct 24 by AutoModerator • last post Oct 24th
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 are some less common day jobs for voice actors? by ThePloetz • last post Oct 24th
Do any of you have any experience with non standard (ie waiter, bartender, barista) jobs while trying to break into the world voice acting (specifically video game and anime/animation) or do you know of anyone who was say a teacher, personal trainer, or a counselor or something?
Heads up on scam that seems to have migrated from Craigslist to Backstage by thisisnotarealperson • last post Oct 24th
Hey folks, it was just brought to my attention that this casting call on Backstage is just a front for a headshot scam that has come up here before: https://www.backstage.com/casting/the-hill-top-293534/ Here are links to the scam mentioned here: https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/beoti8/casting_headshot_scam_nyc/ https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/bc322e/casting_call_scams/ Short version: it's a fake casting call that's just a funnel for them to pressure you into taking headshots (which you don't need for background work anyway). It's a shame when stuff like this shows up on a legitimate site like Backstage or Actor's Access. I understand they can't really manually research every single person who posts a call on their site, but until someone reports a phony breakdown to them it stays up and pulls in who knows how many people who don't know better.
U.S. Actor wanting work in Vancouver by exiledforce1 • last post Oct 24th
Hi, does anyone know exactly what must be done for a Los Angeles based actor to be able to work in Canada? I have family that lives in Vancouver and I have agents interested in me there, but I don’t know how to get a work visa or the necessary papers. I can move to Vancouver for a month to make it happen. I think I’d need a bill with the address and apply for a regular job. Does anyone know exactly how it works?
Hiring voice actors and actress's by izayalee1725 • last post Oct 24th
Hi I'm a artist animatior and writer.I'm looking for voice actors and actresses for a Justice League animated fan series that I'm co-working on. Requirements Must have Discord DM me for more information
i feel like i’m failing by aesztic • last post Oct 24th
i go to this rlly good school and i auditioned today for one acts, not going to lie i thought i’d at least get a call back. but when the teacher posted the list i literally felt like i failed everything, everyone keeps telling me this is my first year its ok if i didn’t get in but i just feel like i’m such a bad actor bc of this and the fact that i didn’t get a role but half my class did rlly upsets me. what can i do to get over this self doubt? btw i’m a freshman
not a single callback by djspongebath • last post Oct 24th
Hey, guys! I’m a 20 year old “actress” based in London. So, this time last year, I decided to drop out of Film school to pursue acting (very original, I’m aware haha). I’d been wanting to act since I was pretty much able to speak, but never had the lady balls to admit it. It wasn’t until I went to University, that I couldn’t help but feel like I \*needed\* to get off my ass and at least try to make it. I had no acting experience apart from a few plays I’d done in school and studying Drama/Theatre for 2 years in High School. Within 2 weeks of dropping out, I worked as a read-in/stand-in during rehearsals for a TV pilot at Working Title HQ and then did an ad for Rimmel. I met the Director of the Pilot at a ‘Females in Film’ workshop I’d done the previous year, and through her, I met a successful casting director who advised that I send my headshot out to a bunch of agencies along with some info to try to really sell myself. I took the lady’s advice, and after a self-tape and 5 months after I dropped out, I was able to acquire an agent. A pretty well respected agent too, who has a couple famous clients from Game of Thrones to Sex Education (Netflix). My agent was keen on signing me and impressed with the monologue I’d sent her. She was convinced I had some 'pizzazz' bc I had the "ethnically ambiguous look" (half East-Asian, half Middle-Eastern), I grew up bi-dialectical (English/General American accent) and I was skilled in singing. And to think I thought the hardest part was behind me. Hah. Despite not having anything on my resumé, I was able to get auditions for multiple roles. Lead parts too. An epic adaptation Netflix show, the new LOTR series, Fast & Furious, The Walking Dead spin-off etc. Along with some mini-dramas and commercials too. It’s been 7 months, and I haven’t heard anything. Not a single thing. Lmao In all fairness I’ve only done around 10 castings (including walk-ins, self-tapes and for ads) but not hearing literally anything back -imma be honest- sucks ass !! a s s ! I feel like my life is stagnant. A lot of my friends are in their final year of University, and I can’t help but feel like I’ve wasted my time and should’ve stayed in Uni? I’m helping my Mom with her restaurant at the moment, which is keeping me occupied, and thankfully (I’m super grateful for this), money isn’t the real issue for me. I’m just terrified that I’ll get nowhere - which is so lame considering I’m 20 and I haven’t even hit the age that’s required for a quarter-life-crisis. SO discouraged here! If anyone’s been in a similar boat, please let me know! I’d love to hear all about it. And if there’s any advice you could possibly give, I’m all ears and would be so unbelievably thankful!!
Sell out by shhitsfins • last post Oct 24th
Have you ever decided to take a big leap in your career because becoming struggling actor is tiring? Have you ever taken a big 9 to 5 job halfway through your acting career? Not your typical waitressing job, like a real corporate job, not admin either. I don't plan on quitting acting but I know this job will slow down my career quite a bit. If you have done this, did you ever feel like a sell out to your craft and career? I've only been seriously doing this for 3 years, and I feel like I'm giving up so easily but then the anxiety of not knowing whether I have enough money for gas next month scares me. Mind you, I'm acting in my hometown, where unions or organizations to protect the actors, don't exist. It's basically a cowboy town here.
Most accredited acting schools? by Gabby173748 • last post Oct 24th
I’m currently a sophomore in high school and I know this will make me sound just like every other fifteen year old out there but I really want to be an actress and when I say really I mean I was telling my mother when I was four years old that I wanted to be an actress in movies more than anything in the entire world. And it’s still true I have like an ache in my heart every day because of it. Alright sorry for being dramatic but I’m having a crisis and am thinking what the hell I’ll just try to attend an acting school during the summer just for the heck of it just to know i did something about it. I’m currently looking at American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Lee Strasbourg academy, Stellar Adler Studio, and The Barrow Group theater. I know that some film schools in America are considered shady or a scam such as NYFA. So which one of the acting schools listed would be the smartest one to attend? (And yes I know that most of them require auditions). I actually used to do acting back in eighth grade and got a lead role in a short film for my ever first audition and got accepted into a showcase but I was an unprofessional immature idiot and flaked on both of them because my dad told me I’d never make it, but I’m saying that to give context on my past experiences related to acting and I also took about a year worth of classes. So if I were to go to one of those schools which one would be best? And I am planning on looking into what different techniques they teach to narrow down which ones would be a best fit for me but I’m still worried about which ones are accredited or a scam. Thanks.
How to find an agent? by beewho • last post Oct 24th
Hi, I am an actor in LA (just moved here). What's the best way to find an agent in LA? I am mainly seeking commercial and theatrical representation.
TOP 10 Things New Actors Don't Consider Video by westrideforward • last post Oct 24th
Actors Live-streaming and using social media by Scott Sheldon • last post Oct 23rd
Hello everyone! I work in Talent Development for a social app with monetized live-streaming. I believe that experienced performers would have a leg up when it comes to being entertaining and engaged with a live audience on our app, but I also find that some actors dismiss social media opportunities. I feel like any exposure can be good, particularly when it can help expand your social media presence and make you extra money. Any thoughts on how to phrase my pitch or reach the right performers who might be open to the world of live-streaming apps?
Australian Actors Advice by asimplelizard • last post Oct 23rd
Hello everyone! First time posting here, I’ve always wanted to act but I’m not sure where to start! I’ve done some unpaid background work on student films before but I’m not sure what the next steps are. It seems that most professional actors have agents but I’m not sure how to get one of those?!
Agents of North America & Canada: What is your usual checklist when receiving submissions from international actors? by leeleeleelee1234 • last post Oct 23rd
As the title states, what initially interests you in an international actor when they submit their package to you? I feel like I’ve got enough experience on screen and training to make the next step to an international agency, because I believe I have a great chance for the market in North America & Canada especially (My Aussie agent tells me the same). I’m Australian, 27, male, and living in Melbourne. My American accent is solid. Can also do New York and Southern. I’ve got plenty of training & experience under my belt of over 5 years, experience on a few TV shows, a supporting role in a feature due for release this year and am currently filming a feature film as the lead which is due for release around April 2020. I’ve got a nice reel that shows what I can do, a self tape reel that showcases what I can do audition wise and a nice set of headshots. Do you believe I’m ready for the international market? Would love any sort of tips going forward so I can make sure I’m putting my best foot forward.
Help moving on from a rough situation? by onesmallstepfordork • last post Oct 23rd
I was cast in a play a couple months ago. The director/writer was very unorthodox to put it simply. She often stepped over my boundaries as a person in ways that were extremely irrelevant to my character or the play as a whole. (I.e., she once gave me an exercise where I had to “sadly” confess that I was molested as a child. No character in this play is sexually assaulted. In the middle of me doing the exercise she made a buzzer noise and said I wasn’t being convincing enough.) Regardless, I made it my goal to toe the line of my own comfort to try and be professional and generous in the room. Several weeks in, the director had a talk with me about how I’m not fitting in. I tend to keep to myself and I don’t really hang out after rehearsal hours on principle (I have a bad habit of letting work get too personal) and when I tried to explain that I’m just a quiet person but I am present and contributing she said that wasn’t enough and implied she wanted me to drop out. I asked her if I was doing a good job with the character and she said absolutely, she’s very happy with what I’m doing. But it’s very important to her that there’s camaraderie between actors and it’s “up to me” (hint: it wasn’t) but she didn’t feel I was a fit. I walked into the next rehearsal and the director (also the writer) has changed the play. I don’t have any songs, my scenes are shorter. Out of frustration and embarrassment I came up with an excuse, dropped out, and blocked everyone. I’m frustrated and angry with how everything turned out. It’s been weeks since I dropped out but I can’t let it go. TL;DR: I’m a huge baby and I’m having a hard time letting go and growing from a work situation that ended badly. How can I move on?
How can i legally live in usa without needing to study acting? by elviano • last post Oct 23rd
Hi everyone. So the title looks like it doesn't belong here, lol, but i think it does. So I'm a 17 year old boy from a European country who wants to fullfill his dream of becoming an actor in usa. But i have decided unfortunately or not that i won't study(because i don't have the money) but I'll be taking acting classes and also acting workshops. My country is part of visa waiver program so i need only ESTA but ESTA allows me to stay in usa for 90 days only. There's a visa that is for people who want to imigrate to usa but one needs to have 1) a first degree relative. 2) invest 1 million. 3) study. 4) be accepted in a high place job and the employer must inform the giverment that you're not taking the job from an american... So how does it work? How can i stay in the usa for as long as i want without being illegal? How did some of you succeeded in staying there without any trouble? Is my only chance being illegal?
Roxie With A Broken Foot #TheSearchForRoxie by bethperformsstuff • last post Oct 23rd
Hey actor people! This is more theatrical- than film-related, but since I saw some theatre in here, I figured I'd give it a shot! I put together a video audition for the [Broadway.com](https://broadway.com/) and Chicago contest to find their new Roxie Hart (**#TheSearchforRoxie**), and I'd love to share it with you. The first round is decided by their casting team, but I figure that showing them it gets good online traction can't hurt, right? Plus, I'm doing **Hot Honey Rag on a broken foot,** and that alone is something. Would you click the link and give me a look-see? Likes and comments on YouTube, plus shares on social media help a lot, too, if you feel so inclined. Thank you in advance for any help you can throw my way!! [https://youtu.be/F92fcwFmkYM](https://youtu.be/F92fcwFmkYM) Mods, I read the rules and figured that this is okay, but please let me know if it ain't!
Recommending someone to an agent? by momthinksimpurdy • last post Oct 23rd
I worked on a short with an actor, who asked who my agent was. She wanted me to recommend her to my agent, but I don’t really want to recommend anyone whose work and background I’m not familiar with. She’s a new actor, with no training. And to be honest, not to knock her down, but I’m not believing what she’s doing/saying as the character. Her actions and dialogue’s so stiff and calculated. Maybe I can recommend her in a year or two, but not now maybe? My agent might think I’m a dumbass for recommending someone who’s not ready. She’s also expecting me to get back to her about my recommendation.
[$300]Looking for upgrade as I start practicing the craft more seriously by Polygeekism • last post Oct 23rd
Hey there voice actors. I am going to start pursuing VA/VO a little more seriously over the winter and am going to upgrade my blue snoball either myself or as a suggested Xmas or birthday present from my wife. I am looking for a setup around $300 including the mic and the audio interface for the PC. I will have the mounting equipment and pop filter and whatnot purchased separately from this budget. I know there is more that goes into it other than hardware, but I have already gotten what I want out of the snowball, and have always been annoyed by it's lack of sensitivity anyway. What are your suggestions for getting started at this next price point.
College Audition/Pre-Screening Advice by bgirlsdoitwell • last post Oct 23rd
Hello! It’s college audition season, which means that I get to spend my days having that slight actor paranoia of making sure I get every possible piece of advice to feel as prepared as I can be. Obviously, college auditions are different than regular auditions. They’re trying to get a feel for who you are as a person. Does anyone have any information about what the process is like after you perform your pieces? I know some schools like to talk with you afterwards, some don’t. What type of stuff will they ask/talk to you about? Secondly, pre-screening. Yikes. I’ve never done a self-tape before, but I’m fortunate enough that my photographer parents have a blue background and good lighting systems. What should I wear? Should I keep my outfits consistent throughout all the tapes? I’m a 17 year old female, if that’s any help. I’m applying for a BFA in Acting at Millikin University, Webster University, Northern Kentucky University, UT Austin, and the University of Cincinnati’s CCM. Thank you!