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IMDbPro by thatguy_sk • last post Jul 19th
What are your thoughts on the necessity of IMDbPro for those in the Tv/Film industry and at what point of ones career, if any, should an actor invest in a subscription?
Always wanted to be an actor. by G8rTheH8rlmao • last post Jul 19th
So, like the title says, I’ve always wanted to be an actor. For years I’ve been self conscious not just with friends or people that are rude to me in general, but with family too. I know what you guys are gonna say, to just not think about them or just ignore what they say n stuff but that doesent work. I’m not sure if you can audition with just videos to any studio but that’s my plan if you can and if I get accepted or something and just letting my family know if I got the role after I do the video audition. I’m also not sure If like having an agent or something is optional or mandatory. I’m 14 and know of a lot of child actors that dont/didn’t have an agent or have took any acting classes prior to their acting career. If anyone wants to give me some info on websites I can audition on or anything else, let me know. I’m also fine with voice acting. Thanks everyone (Let me know if there’s any typos or words that don’t make sense, it’s 4 am and iOS13 swipe keyboard is pretty bad)
Have you ever been told you're selfish to be an actor by friends/family? How did you respond? by CuspChaser111 • last post Jul 19th
I'll make my story brief - I've wanted to be an actor since childhood. I wasn't allowed to pursue the dream by parents, I got a 'real' job/MBA, I found a way to put myself through school again for acting, everything has been paid on my own here in NYC. I love acting. It's my therapy. It's my joy. Well-written plays are my jam. Never asked parents for a dime for headshots, anything. ​ My sister accused me the other day of becoming an actor because I'm selfish and want to be famous. That I'm self-absorbed and don't care about other people. That acting is a superficial pursuit. I'm not famous by any means. Fame has its pitfalls. I have been on a few shows, I've written my own plays, and my first short film I wrote this year was most recently accepted into an Oscars-qualifying contest. Look that's a long shot but I'm still pretty happy about it. ​ I don't think I'm what you'd call a superficial person. I like to watch the work. One of the reasons I've stayed in NYC is that actors seem to be more grounded here (not all, but it seems NYC is more grounded in general) - how do you respond when people accuse you?
SAG UNION: INTERNATIONAL ACTORS by Lour-55 • last post Jul 19th
Hello, Its known that its much harder for international actors to become part of the SAG union, can somebody please provide me with ways an international actor can gain their SAG card. Thanks
Los Angeles voiceover actors. How did you get your agent? by tryingtobebetter1225 • last post Jul 18th
What are the steps? Google has so many different options that really are more about getting your own work. However you look up most actors out here that i Know they all have voice agents.
What is the greatest direction you have received as an actor? by boxkidfilms • last post Jul 18th
I am an aspiring film writer/director and I have recently become interested into the acting process. In the past it was something that intimidated me but I have become extremely excited about the collaborative nature of every aspect of filmmaking and I was curious to hear from actors what the best direction they have received is and why. Thank you!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 18 by AutoModerator • last post Jul 18th
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.
Has Anyone Ever Benefited from Doing Background Acting for Free? by RealMadamePsychosis • last post Jul 18th
Obviously, I'm not going to do extra work for one of the big studios, but there are a lot of student projects/no budget films that need background actors. Initially, I thought that this might be a good method for getting to know filmmakers who might want to collaborate in the future, but mostly the background actors get treated like moving props (which, no hard feelings, that's what we are!). I'm all about supporting small projects and student work and whatnot, but it's getting to the point where, if I'm going to travel and dedicate a minimum of 8 hours of my time, I'm probably going to want some kind of positive (doesn't have to be pay, but something other than Dollar Store chips that serve as craft services) So, I ask of you, has anyone ever benefited from doing a background acting gig for free?
Are there any military veterans groups or resources for actors in Los Angeles? by bruceleexdarwin • last post Jul 18th
I find that there are usually veterans resources in many career fields, but I couldn't find one for actors in Los Angeles.
Is it realistic to try to become an actor in the Midwest? by lacpoer • last post Jul 18th
I’ve always loved acting so much, and I’m in a lot of theatre at my school, and basically I just practice how I would play certain parts constantly during my free time. I’ve gotten to the point where I can confidently say that I’m a pretty good actor. I’m about to be a senior in high school but I don’t know if it’s realistic enough to pursue it after school ends.
Taping Services in Seattle? by laadefreakinda • last post Jul 18th
Hey Seattle actors! I'm from Atlanta but visiting Seattle for a week. Just received an audition and was curious if you guys had any taping services around here. Thank you for any suggestions you have!
I don’t think voice acting is for me... by HalleckG65 • last post Jul 17th
I’ve been interested in, and working at, voice acting for a while now. I’ve followed guides, practiced, even got a few (non paid) gigs. I’ve told myself for a long time that this is what I wanted to do. But I’m not sure anymore. My heart just isn’t in it. While working towards my goal, what I discovered is that I really like audio post-production work. A lot. In the last few months I’ve easily spent more time doing that than actually acting. Everything from editing dialogue, music mixing, podcast production, all of it. I can’t get enough. When I’m in my booth recording, my mind is wandering towards the production side. I’m not writing this to be a downer, or to look for guidance. I’m fairly sure my mind is made up—and I’m okay with that. This may have been a dream, and I may have spent many hours/days/weeks working towards it, but I don’t feel like I’m walking away empty-handed. I may never be the voice actor I dreamed I’d be, but I found another passion in the process, and I wouldn’t trade the experience for anything. Thank you to everyone in this sub. It’s been a great resource and fun place to hang out. Keep following your dreams, but don’t get too discouraged if it doesn’t pan out how you imagined. You might just find you needed the journey to discover something else instead. In the end, it’s still a worthwhile endeavor. Thanks!
Looking to see if this type of acting has a coined title... by treelablonck • last post Jul 17th
I have been conceptualizing/writing for a film that mixes fully staged scenes with characters but also incorporates scenes in which said characters interact with the general public (who are not aware that the character is acting) , somewhat in the vain of what Sacha Baron Cohen does , or Nathan For You, except my film isn't a comedy. I was wondering if there was a term that referred to this approach to storytelling, in which a person is engaging with someone who isn't aware that they are interacting with an actor/character. My apologies for the wordy passage, but let me know!
I think I'm secretly a musical theatre actor by StrobeRogers • last post Jul 17th
Hello all, I've been desperate to be taken seriously as long as I can remember. However, I started voice lessons. Initially, I thought.."well, this would be good enough to be more well rounded." I randomly signed up for a MT audition.. And now I'm excited about it..and feel might even be more fulfilling.. And I think I may be a musical theatre actor. I mean, I love doing dramatic work, but I don't particularly have that look. I still love working on films.. There's just something about MT.. Anyone else ?
Agency Recommendations by JustFoeQuestions • last post Jul 17th
Hello everyone! I am an actor of about 5 years now. I have training, a reel, professional headshots, resume, etc... and now I’m looking to branch out into the bigger east coast markets. Currently I have an agent in Pittsburgh, but now I’m looking to expand myself and was hoping someone may know of good and reputable agencies I could apply to. The areas I’m looking at are; New York- Chicago- Boston- Baltimore/DC- Philadelphia - Buffalo- Thanks I’m advance!!
What's your 5 year plan as an actor? by tryingtobebetter1225 • last post Jul 17th
I'm not asking you to give up every strategy you have but whats a rough draft of a 5 year plan as an actor. So hard to strategize with this career.
SAG rates for a spec commercial by thinkmad8 • last post Jul 17th
Hey all, Apologies if this is the wrong subreddit - I just know some SAG folks are around. If I (director) produce a spec commercial for my reel - and I want to use SAG actors, how do I sort out what their rate is? Or maybe - what defines a commercial? That it's funded by a brand and actually is aired? Cause neither of those would be true in this case. Thanks!
Who do you follow on twitter? by layonthebeech • last post Jul 17th
Trying to branch out my network a bit. Looking for creatives, voice actors, anyone! You can follow me @layonthebeech and i'll be sure to follow you back.
acting with social anxiety- I NEED ADVICE by caroline11797 • last post Jul 17th
I am 14 and have horrible anxiety around other people. It's not just stage fright, I hate when the attention is on me at any time, i hate acting games that are supposed to be fun. The problem is I'm so passionate for acting. I have a few years' experience with theater classes, but i felt like everyone hated me because i was probably boring and never talked. I am thinking of taking an acting class to try to become more confident but I'm scared people will judge me, because I'm so quiet and to be an actor you have to be sort of outgoing. (i'm sorry if this post is depressing but im desperate here))My acting skills are actually decent but I just shrivel up when I act in front of other people, especially people my age. HELP