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looking to get feedback on my materials from some LA based working actors by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 25th
i just got new look-specific headshots, put together a new reel, and I'm being more targeted in my approach to industry. I've gotten auditions for major things previously, but few and far between. im sag and repped. I'm trying to get that first network co-star, as better reps have said to reach out once I get them under my belt. I would love any private feedback / advice from people a couple rungs above me. I can just shoot you my links privately or I can buy you one of those expensive coffees and waste your time in person. thanks guys
how do i become a background actor with no acting experience? i’ve tried central casting but the waiting list for an appointment is literally years... by Seth9595 • last post Aug 25th
i’m skilled on atvs and motor cycles if that helps me get a job in the field
Talent Link/Actors Access Question ! by teapeaz • last post Aug 24th
Hey! Who here has uses talent link? I have been using it and getting responses, but the initial request to contact from actors access usually just says “contact this person” with no further information other than an email address etc. Do you typically contact with headshot and resume even if they don’t ask for it? How do you typically word the email when reaching out to them? Trying to be as efficient with my email as possible, without being presumptive. I already had one agency respond that they were just inviting me to an open call, and didn’t need my materials etc. Also — most agencies have been responding to me asking for a meeting right away, but the one I am most interested in hasn’t gotten back to me! Oy!
Pros and Cons of being an Actor? by qiis • last post Aug 24th
What is your favourite thing about being an actor and the things that come with it? And what do you not like about acting/being an actor?
how did you get your first co-star? tips and strategies for a frustrated, repped & union actor trying to move forward by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 24th
my reel is good. professional quality scenes and good acting. i have low level agents in multiple markets. i'm in sag. i have multiple imdb credits. i've done shorts, student films, theater, comedy / improv shows. i've gotten some tv / film auditions for series regulars, and a couple co-stars, and got pinned 1 time for a co-star, but this is all over the course of a few years. my frequency of auditions is horrible, like 10 a year (for tv/film), a couple a week if I spend all my time submitting for low / un-paid student projects, but i'm fed up with that. there is no benefit for me for doing those types of projects anymore. there is no reason why i shouldn't be getting more auditions for co-stars, i'm perfectly capable of booking 1 line if I could just get in the door for one. something is wrong here and I don't know how to move forward. i know once i DO get a co-star credit, the floodgates will open. but as of now I'm still standing on the outside looking in, and it's really horrible. higher up agents / managers say "get back to me when you have a couple co-stars". cool. what can I do here? what did you do to get your first one? i know comparing is not good, but something has to give here. would any working professionals maybe be kind enough to check out my materials / AA profile and perhaps offer some suggestions? i would really appreciate it
Actors Wanted! by bearbents • last post Aug 24th
Hi everyone. I’m an aspiring filmmaker. I write scripts (so far only short films), & i’m searching for actors who are interested in being on camera! I live in Virginia & am looking for anyone who is willing to meet in or around the area. I particularly live about 40 minutes from Washington, D.C. & Maryland, same distance for Richmond in the opposite direction. I’m willing to travel to meet up with anyone who is interested. I have multiple scripts I’m looking to make. One being a Sci-Fi, others being Dramas. If you are interested in knowing more, feel free to ask or direct message me! Or contact me here: carolinedistefano@aol.com @/bearbents on instagram @/carolinestfu on twitter
Casting Directors Agents by MIAxPaperPlanes • last post Aug 24th
So I was going through a list of Casting Directors and noticed that they too have Agents who also represent actors and that these actors end up being in most of the big theatre or TV shows. Is it likely that Agencies do this because it makes it easier to get their actors works since a casting directors will likely look at their Agencies books first or is this frowned upon?
Hey guys I’m literally using my throwaway because this is something very important to me that I’m very scared of asking by anonimouslee_ • last post Aug 24th
I’m already keeping my expectations low for this one. I’m the biggest Marvel fan ever and have the exact same age as the character of Kate Bishop. Last month marvel announced that they’re making a Hawkeye tv series and Kate Bishop will be a huge character in it. They did not announce which actress will be portraying her because either they want to keep it a secret OR because they haven’t cast anyone yet. I come from a country that has no business with Hollywood and I don’t have an agent or agency. I’m currently finishing my theatre degree and my biggest dream is to be an actor and if I dare to fantasise too much I can picture myself auditioning for this character. I have already seen other actresses being cast as characters that I love without me so much as having had the chance of auditioning, and many of you will agree that it hurts. Do you guys know if there’s anything I can do? Any casting director or agent I can contact? Anything at all someone in my situation can do? Sorry for dumb but specific question.
Losing a dream role? How does it affect you? by express_sushi49 • last post Aug 24th
This post is semi-cathartic, but I'm also just very curious about how other people cope with such a feeling. So recently, a big company has revealed casting for a new character. This is a character I've dreamed about playing for over a decade, and may be one of the founding reasons to become an actor, along with enjoyment, passion of the craft, happiness. Having a couple dream roles always helps that motivation factor. Recently it was announced that that character, one whom I thought I easily would've had another 5-6 years to build myself up a name to be eligible for, just got cast, and to a very worthy and credible actor too. Naturally, I'm gutted. I had laws of attraction in affect and made this character my home screen phone background, as well as had a sketch stuck to the wall in my office. This character would've been "I'm living a dream" if I'd gotten this role. Point is, in the wake of this announcement, I am sitting here truly hurt by it. Like missing a bus, being too slow/late, like that chance of a lifetime is gone forever. It's really got me down, because I've never felt this before. I've never had this happen. Not only am I shocked by the announcement itself, but I didn't expect the film for at least another half-decade or longer. Has anyone else here experienced this? How do you handle the lingering feels of demotivation and depression? I just feel like planting my face into my pillow and laying down all day. Worst part is I'm not even being melodramatic lol. Totally wanting to hear other's experiences akin to this and how to keep on trucking.
Do I really have to display myself on social media if I want to make it? by enjoythesilencio • last post Aug 24th
I'm new to acting and am barely getting into it, but I've been doing a lot of research and listening to people's advice. I heard that nowadays if you really want to get noticed, you should put yourself on social media and try to connect to people who are in the industry online. I also heard that it especially helps if you have a lot of followers. I've even heard famous actors talk about it. What do you think? I'm asking because I'm personally just not a big fan of social media and think it can be pretty toxic. I know as an actor you obviously have to put yourself out there, but is displaying myself on places like Instagram necessary? I feel like for a lot of things nowadays, a lot of people who either are some kind of artist, have a business, etc. put themselves on Instagram to try and connect or get more noticed... but it's personally not my thing. I mean I doubt it really is necessary, but I'm curious.
How do I progress "further" at an early age by eduardbrokexd • last post Aug 23rd
Hello, I am 16 years old and live in Germany,Hamburg. Short rundown on what "acting" I have done in the past The first time I ever something to do with "acting" was just try out as an extra in a kids movie about 10 months ago. 3-4 months later I joined a youth theatre group and we actually had our first play about 2 months ago. I have also got myself in an extra agency.And got 1 role as a featured extra in a commercial and one in a popuplar kids series but also just as an extra. I have also joined the school theatre this year. So as of now I am standing with 1 theatre play in my youth group 1 commercial as a featured extra 1 series as an extra 1 film as an extra So how do I progress further. I have been looking on like the german casting call sites that are [https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/](https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/) and [https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene\_Castings/Casting\_Angebote/](https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene_Castings/Casting_Angebote/) have been getting mixed succes. I actually did like an E-casting for an coming an age of series and they liked the selftape I send but in the end I did not get it since the budget did not allow for me toget an accomodation in Munich since their budget was tight. I have also picked up stanislavskis "an actor prepares" but have been struggling with the book a bit since the English vocabulary used in the book is on quite a high level. I had an consistent 1- or 2+ in English but this book is more than challenging for me. So on progressing further - Me and my agent have quite a good connection.She also connects extras,small part actors and actors. So my point is should I ask her if she could take me as a small part time actor or something else. Or would this be a big no no with my references? ​ One last [question.Do](https://question.Do) you think it is worth it to get a premium subcription for these casting sites like the one I linked above?(jobwrk) It is about 50€ a year and it's like actors acces,backstage etc but just for germans.
Voice actor by Gaby_boavv • last post Aug 23rd
Someone need a female voice or a cute happy child-like male/ female? You can contact me: **gabyboavv@gmail.com** (I reply everyone) Don't worry so much about cash :)
Looking for voice actor to make call by napkinorigami93 • last post Aug 23rd
Is acting something anyone can be good at? by Pessimistic_Sheep • last post Aug 23rd
So acting's something I've always wanted to try. I'm in college now (studying something else) but I've been taking some classes in my free time. The thing is, I'm total shit. Even compared to other beginners in my classes I'm really, really bad. I think it might be a combination of anxiety and low self esteem, but I can barely even get my words out audibly, and my body is stiff as a board. I'm pretty sure actors are supposed to be very social and confident and charismatic, so I sometimes wonder if the money and time I'm putting into this is going to waste. Is this something that can change over time? Or are some people just not meant to act?
I am an aspiring voice actor. Looking for advice. by LetsBeNicePeopleOK • last post Aug 23rd
I have a voicee that is suitable for voice overs, but when I record myself I find I sound stilted and unnatural. Does anyone have any tips on how I can train myself to sound more natural? I have a good home recording studio but have always used this for music. It's perfect for voice recording, alas, I am not.
Would LOVE your help :-) by hanvee_ • last post Aug 23rd
I’m doing a course on branding and marketing for Actors and part of that means finding your own personal “Brand”. Below is a link to a super quick and easy survey that will help me figure that out! It would be AMAZING if you could take 2 minutes to watch the quick intro video and then answer a couple of questions that follow. The more responses I can get the better and the more strangers that take the time to do it the better so if you have a spare minute... Thank you thank you.
¿London or Madrid? for a Spanish actor from Barcelona by adriasanchezig • last post Aug 23rd
I can speak English, Spanish and Catalan. I'm 27, I can look between 20-30, depending on facial hair. I live in Barcelona, where there are almost no auditions for TV or Movies, just commercials. It's so rare to get a Movie or TV Audition, once a year maximum. And I'm considering moving to another city. I have two options: **Madrid**: Netflix just opened the first production centre of europe in Madrid. There's also productions for Movistar + (a spanish cable tv network with some productions) and all the local TV. It would be for roles in spanish, so I would be competing with all the rest of spanish actors. I have some friends there, they told me there are much more auditions than in Barcelona **London**: It's the most important city in europe for Movies and TV Shows. It would be for roles as a spanish or spaniard, where I speak english with spanish accent, or maybe some small roles in spanish. I would be competing with less actors, as there are not that much spanish actors with a good level of spoken english. I should go there before Brexit. **USA** (L.A): Not possible because I can't get a VISA. I'm applying every year for the DV Lottery, but it's just a dream What do you think? Thank you very much for your advice.
How do I go one step "further" as a teen? by eduardbrokexd • last post Aug 23rd
Hello, I am 16 years old and live in Germany,Hamburg. Short rundown on what "acting" I have done in the past The first time I ever something to do with "acting" was just try out as an extra in a kids movie about 10 months ago. 3-4 months later I joined a youth theatre group and we actually had our first play about 2 months ago. I have also got myself in an extra agency.And got 1 role as a featured extra in a commercial and one in a popuplar kids series but also just as an extra. I have also joined the school theatre this year. So as of now I am standing with 1 theatre play in my youth group 1 commercial as a featured extra 1 series as an extra 1 film as an extra So how do I progress further. I have been looking on like the german casting call sites that are [https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/](https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/) and [https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene\_Castings/Casting\_Angebote/](https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene_Castings/Casting_Angebote/) have been getting mixed succes. I actually did like an E-casting for an coming an age of series and they liked the selftape I send but in the end I did not get it since the budget did not allow for me toget an accomodation in Munich since their budget was tight. I have also picked up stanislavskis "an actor prepares" but have been struggling with the book a bit since the English vocabulary used in the book is on quite a high level. I had an consistent 1- or 2+ in English but this book is more than challenging for me. So on progressing further - Me and my agent have quite a good connection.She also connects extras,small part actors and actors. So my point is should I ask her if she could take me as a small part time actor or something else. Or would this be a big no no with my references? One last question.Do you think it is worth it to get a premium subcription for these casting sites like the one I linked above?(jobwrk) It is about 50€ a year and it's like actors acces,backstage etc but just for germans.
What is the best way to get into acting and to get my name out there if I have a stutter? by Kai246810 • last post Aug 23rd
This is my first post here. I have always wanted to be an actor since from the time I was very little. I used to be very extroverted, and each time I saw people I'd love to put on a show for them. Ever since I developed a stutter in 5th grade however, my extrovertedness turned into shyness and introversion. I'm 17 right now, and I have really thought about what I want to do when I get out of highschool. I still want desperately to be in the acting business one way or another. I don't have any real acting experience outside of theatre camps I attended in my youth. I am very aware that acting is a very hard profession to be successful in. I am well aware that it is extremely competitive, and that a lot of it is not what you know, but rather who you know. However, I am an extremely stubborn person. If I want something bad enough, I make sure I get it one way or another. It is very hard for me to admit defeat I'm at a point in my life where I am willing to push through my insecurities to accomplish what I truly want. I'm wondering what the best route is for someone like me to get into acting. Snt replies would be greatly appreciated. Thanks