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Questions about the automation of VO by ThisPlaceReddit • last post Jun 7th
I've been looking into voice-over acting (specifically audiobook recording). I work in media and a part of my job is hosting a animated show. I think VO work might be a great compliment. But then I see deepfake audio stuff like this: [https://www.theverge.com/2019/5/17/18629024/joe-rogan-ai-fake-voice-clone-deepfake-dessa](https://www.theverge.com/2019/5/17/18629024/joe-rogan-ai-fake-voice-clone-deepfake-dessa) I can tell its fake. There's a test in there to see if you can tell the difference between real and fake snippets. I don't think it's difficult to get 100% (I got 100%). But also, the fake sounds pretty real, and more natural than other robot voices I’ve heard. And it's only going to get better. This website lists a 37% risk (relatively lower risk of automation) [https://www.replacedbyrobot.info/16174/voice-actor](https://www.replacedbyrobot.info/16174/voice-actor) Some things I've read from VO actors says the nuance of voice acting work is so important and companies will always prefer the real thing. But then I imagine voice actors working with the ai. Rather than them feeding the ai stuff pulled from a podcast. Systematically feeding it all the different words and tones that are possible creates a tool that gives the audiobook author (for example) complete control over how it sounds possibly making it easier and cheaper than going through auditions, rerecords and requests etc. Giving them something better than what an amateur might give them. I’ve seen ai learning do some pretty amazing things, I imagine there must be a way to iterate every sentence/word with different options and let the human pick the most realistic sounding one or the one they want. And the machine will learn as it goes producing better first options. But then also maybe these ai voices will become recognizable and associated with what any author wants them to say. Then just as an audiobook (for example) read by Kevin Spacey would be of little draw to audiences today, these voices will have low value as they become associated with cheap, fast, offensive text. But then also maybe the tool has so many voices and can realistically alter voices or something and this isn’t an issue. But also maybe Audible just buys/creates some voices itself, offers them to authors and takes a bigger cut. And the market becomes selling your voice rather than selling your recording. I don’t know. Just random fears. What are your thoughts? I'm pretty sure AI/robots can do anything humans can do better. It's just a matter of how long it takes to get there. (edits for clarity) tl;dr How afraid are you of VO work (particularly audiobook recordings as this is my interest) becoming automated by these deepfake things?
Agent website says "Submission by industry referral only." by michgilgar • last post Jun 7th
I recently became SAG eligible and I'm looking for an agent in my city. This one looks really good but their contact page says "Submission by industry referral only." I believe this means I need a referral from someone in the industry. I know a few actors with lots of credits, but they're not represented by the same agency. So what exactly does this mean? Do I need my referral to contact the agent directly somehow? Write them a letter? There's really no other info on their contact page.
Best time to move to LA? by yungjrueskii • last post Jun 7th
Hi all, I'm an actor in Northern California and was curious to see what your thoughts are on my situation as far as when to move to LA. As far as experience goes: - I've been in an ongoing scene study class for about a year and a half. - I've been with an agent for a little over half a year in this market and audition consistently (mostly for commercials). - I have 10 credits to my name (mostly short films). - As of recently, I became a SAG Must Join. - I have a good amount of money saved up, but nothing crazy significant where I could just pursue acting full-time. Would love to hear what you all think and I would definitely enjoy hearing your personal stories and experiences with your moves to LA. It's a big step so it'd be great to learn as much as possible about the process. Thank you all in advance!
Interview: Actress and voice-over performer Therese Plumme by PureGainsborough • last post Jun 7th
Feeling like you’re behind the 8 ball in your career. by Selftapejunkie • last post Jun 7th
Audrey Helps Actors episode 12: Momentum, most recent season. Posted May 27, 2019. One of the better episodes I’ve heard recently. Talks about feeling behind your peers and how important life experiences really are. That even starting later in life could actually have you ahead of your peers who have been acting for years already.
Acting alone in a room full of people (ADVICE) by ramblingdan1990 • last post Jun 7th
Hey everyone, first time poster here so making a little bit of history for myself. Tomorrow I'm going to be on my first film set as an actor, and I've ended up being cast as the male lead in the film. It's a student short film, about 10 minutes long. I've learned my lines but no rehearsals were held for some reason and so I was wondering if anyone has any tips for when on set with the other actors? Is there any other way I could prepare to make sure it runs smoothly? Sorry if that's a dumb question but I'm a little nervous, very excited and just want things to go well tomorrow. Thanks for reading folks
Struggling actor Bill Oberst Jr. talks about the harsh realities of making it in Hollywood by holden_caulfield1 • last post Jun 6th
Acting workshops for foreigners in LA? by currentsofsaturn • last post Jun 6th
Hi guys, I'm an actress and filmmaker from the EU. Due to visa regulations, I can't legally stay in the US for longer than 3 months or work there. But, since L.A. is where the industry is, I would love to go for a while and take acting classes or workshops. I've found MANY. Not all of them seem legit. Maybe some of you could recommend some workshops for me, anywhere between intense 1 week workshops or up to 12 weeks. (OR maybe some of you even know of job openings in other, less creative filmmaking areas like lighting or camera operating that hire foreigners... but that's less realistic I guess). I would really appreciate your recommendations since I've only been to L.A. once and can only do so much research from many thousand miles away. Best.
How big of a role is needed to have a praise worthy performance? by Squirejons • last post Jun 6th
I was usually cast as bit parts in my drama days. While I would do my best in these parts, I realized that even if I was the best guard #2 in the world, (as oppose to a mediocre one), few would notice or care. As I gained a few lines here and there over the years, I have often wondered this question. How much of a chance does an actor need to showcase their ability to the point that it is noticeable?
Present for my husband, help! by templenameis_beyonce • last post Jun 6th
My husband is an actor and loves it, it’s definitely his passion. His birthday is next month and I’d love to get him something acting-wise. Is there a book or anything that you found helpful? Or really anything! Thanks!
In case you need clarification on what people mean when they say theatre is an actor's medium by thisisnotarealperson • last post Jun 6th
Most actors’ careers only last one year according to new study by cranekicked • last post Jun 6th
How can you tell whether the issue is with the material you chose or your acting ability? by silkk8 • last post Jun 6th
I recently performed a scene in front of two groups of agents, some top tier, some boutique. I’ve done it before with mixed results, but I have gotten very encouraging feedback before, when I performed a monologue. This time I did a scene from a different movie, but one I’d worked on in class and gotten good feedback from. I did the scene twice and I was feeling pretty good about it, but then I got my written feedback from the agents and it was...less than stellar. They were all pretty much bored, I got called one note by someone too. Apparently I came across way worse than I thought I did, when usually the opposite happens. It was pretty harsh criticism from some of them, and I’m not going to lie, it hurt my confidence in my abilities pretty badly. One said my look needs polishing, which I guess was a nice way of saying I looked sloppy? I’m just confused how I can get such drastically different feedback just from doing a different piece of material that fits my type, wearing pretty much the same clothes too. I just don’t know where the problem is, and it sucks because I know I have the ability to do well, and I have before...at least I think. Idk this just really shook me and my sense of my abilities as an actor.
what sort of roles do actors like? by strontium_pup • last post Jun 6th
speaking as a writer not an actor.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jun 6 by AutoModerator • last post Jun 6th
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. 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.
Regarding packaging and find representation by Audrey • last post Jun 5th
Hey there, I need mentor to guide me for my resume, headshot, reel. I appreciate if you can help me!!
3 months in NYC, studios/classes you can recommend? by yukon_potato • last post Jun 5th
I am currently a San Francisco/Bay Area based actor (a little over a year of representation and some short film credits) and have an opportunity to live in NYC (rent-free!) for 3 months this coming late Summer-early Fall. Other than just getting to experience life in NYC, I've been trying explore options to study acting during my time out there, maybe study a different school or method of acting (I've been training under the Chubbuck method for a few years). I know 3 months is a limited time but I really want to make the most of it. Can anyone recommend some classes/studios I can look into? ​ Also, how realistic would it be try to pursue some short film work or even extra while out there? ​ Also also, I really want to express some gratitude for this subreddit! You guys have such a valuable resource that I've turned to these past couple years!
I practice and do warm ups with my voice but i don’t know how to practice dubbing. I’m kinda new, so idk if it’s possible to get videos with out a certain voice actors voice. For example, if I wanted to practice dubbing Lucy’s voice from fairytale, I don’ by Rain-Rider • last post Jun 5th
Plz halp :(
Where do you go for auditions? by -CapriSun- • last post Jun 5th
Little back story, I graduated from a 6 month course at John Casablanca’s. It taught me lots and gave me a lot of confidence performing in front of people. I was recommended by JC at the end of the course to sign with this MTM agency. That fell through and I never signed any contract with them because they were poorly managed and my “agent” got fired nearly a month after I was referred to her. I’ve been submitting on Backstage and Actors Access quite a bit and so far I’ve landed one role. I know I have to keep trying, I’m nowhere near giving up I’m just trying to get more involved. Another important thing is that I live in Arizona, the scene out here is almost non existent. I’m looking at LA auditions because I can drive there no problem. I’m also planning to take a trip to Cali and trying to sign with an agency out there so I can get some help with getting auditions. With all that being said, what are some places you go to that have helped you out? If anyone wants to start a conversation feel free to message me! I’m open to talk about the industry and meet people in this subreddit. Thanks for reading!