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Moving to LA? by justidag • last post Mar 7th
Hi everyone! I made a post a few days ago about auditioning for theatre school even if I didn’t feel ready, well I have some more questions haha. Basically I am 18 and am planning on going to theatre school (I have done one theatre class and am doing one right now as well). After I am done with that my plan is to move to L.A from Sweden to try to make it there. I’ve always wanted to live in the US, even if it wasn’t as an actor, but I have a few questions about it to someone who has maybe done something similar as what I am planning on doing. First of all, how hard is it do get a green card? My stepfather is American, which hopefully helps a little bit, but I am not sure at all, and I’ve heard it’s basically impossible to get a green card as an actor. Second of all, is it possible to live inside of L.A or do you have to live outside of it at first, before you (hopefully) start making money as an actor and not only from a part-time job. I am currently planning on moving there with two friends (not actors), which probably helps because it is two more sources of income, but it also increases the price on the apartment. I read that you don’t really want to live outside of LA since it means that it might be a little hard to get to auditions and meetings and stuff. Do you want to rent or buy an apartment? In Sweden we usually buy apartments instead of renting, but maybe it’s different in the US. Maybe it is different because I would be living with two friends as well. If there is any other information I should know that I didn’t ask about, please tell me. Thank you very much!
[Hiring] Looking for Child Voice Actress by lightraei • last post Mar 7th
Hello everyone. I'm looking to hire a child voice actress (approx. 7 years old) for some voice acting to be synced to an animated short. There will be no dialogues, but it involves a lot of expressions -- happy laughter, heavy breathing, gasping, sick coughing, and crying (from holding in to crying very expressively). Please drop me a message along with the rate charged if you are familiar with any suitable candidates. I'd be happy to listen to any portfolio. Thank you very much in advance.
The Fixers Side character Casting Call (Unpaid) by Gobboking • last post Mar 7th
Hey Everyone. I posted earlier this week looking for voice actors willing to get on bored with my machinima project to play the main cast. Since making that post I have found many interested people with talent and it's great to see such a pique in interest. As a result I have devised a list of side characters that will appear in the series. In the file presented you will be able to see their bio and some audition lines. Feel free to send me your audio on discord; GOBBO#0844 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OZSybqNfqBnAYE1OuISlHhIz2nuSa8dVLze70q7mH9Y/edit?usp=drivesdk
[Discussion] What does a reliable actor bring to set? by dbonx • last post Mar 7th
I’d love to hear what everyone thinks is critical for an actor to bring to set. I recently PA’d on a short film and at the end of the weekend, wrote down a list of things a reliable PA brings to set. As an actor primarily though, I realized I hadn’t made a list of things I should bring as an actor. Two things I would bring are a self-awareness of everyone else on set and lines memorized! Might go without saying, but its possible that what sounds obvious to me may not be the first thing others think. What would make your list of things to bring?
Audition on Saturday, really nervous and will take any advice! by worldtraveler9700 • last post Mar 7th
I have an audition for a summer program with a well known theater in my area. I auditioned last year and wasn't selected so I spent a lot of the past year preparing and would really love to get into the program. It's fairly competitive (last year there were around 40ish applicants and they accepted around 15-18) and my concern is that I'm just not good enough. I havent been able to get to my voice teacher because she's a professional actress herself and in show and I'm just not sure if my monologue is 'perfect'. My vocal coach did tell me that I need to focus on how far I've come in that year and show my growth. I feel more prepared than last year but I'm still nervous about screwing up and am overly critical of myself. Thanks in advance for all your advice
VOICE ACTORS WANTED! - The Little Engine That Could 2: Return of the Railroad (2020) by ripplationnation • last post Mar 7th
Hello, we are working on a sequel to The Little Engine That Could, the 1991 film obviously with Tillie and all those characters. It will be entirely 2D and frame by frame so it literally will live up to the classic is what we’re hoping. Anyways we are in need of people to the voice of Tillie, the voice of Farnsworth, Jeepers, Rollo, and all of the cast. Not a single person obviously haha, just a bunch of people. This gig will be $50 a session. Contact us if you’re interested at: kaijaackanimationcontact@gmail.com Take care! Have a nice day! -KAIJAACK
Need Help Negotiating Non-Union Commercial Contract by nonunion_throwaway • last post Mar 7th
\[originally posted to r/legaladvice\] ​ Hey team! ​ I'm a self-represented stage, film, and voiceover actor with well over a decade's experience. I just booked a gig **in Chicago** for a commercial spot for a national brand. I am a character actor/student of the Stanislavki System by training, and this will be my first commercial. Edit: **I have not yet signed the contract.** ​ I know that for union commercials, residuals are pretty standard. As well, there is a finite length of time \[usually 13 weeks\] after which the actor is either released from a non-compete clause or is offered a further buyout for the next cycle \[another 13 weeks\]. Moreover, additional compensation is usually offered for each mode of usage \[broadcast rate = x, digital rate = y, online rate = z, combinations of those = combinations of x, y, and z\]. That said, this is a **non-union** gig, so I want to make sure that I'm getting a fair deal, and could use some advice for negotiating the terms of my contract. I am running the contract by a few friends in law and film production, and **would love any tips on resources for pro-bono or small-fee legal advise from agents or entertainment lawyers.** ​ Important info: 1. The compensation being offered is $800, which includes a $50 fee for a wardrobe fitting and $750 for a one-day filming session. **This is over 6x the normal daily rate in Chicago for leading roles in non-union short films and features--I definitely don't want to pass on this.** 2. The release does **not** currently include any terms for residuals/royalties. 3. The "Scope of Use" is listed as "Broadcast/Digital/Online", the "Term of Use" is "In Perpetuity", and the "Territory" of use is "Global". 4. The contract includes the following clauses: * "The Licensed Parties shall have the right, without limitation, to use, re-use, publish, and re-publish such photographs or video in which the Actor may be included ... without restriction as to changes or alterations ... made through any medium *at the Photographer's studios or elsewhere, and* ***in any and all media now or hereafter known for ... any other purpose whatsoever.****"* * "The Actor warrants and represents that this license does not in any way conflict with any existing commitment on his or her part. The Actor has not heretofore authorized (which authority is still in effect), *nor will the Actor authorize or permit, the use of the Actor's name, picture, portrait, likeness, actions or testimonial statement in connection with the advertising or promotion of* ***any product or service competitive to or incompatible with The Product.***" ​ The release I've been provided seems straightforward w.r.t. accident/liability, and the initial terms of compensation. My main concerns involve: 1. **Is this a fair rate/how does this compare to non-union and union commercial rates for a one-day non-union commercial filming session?** 2. **Do I have room to negotiate residuals, and how should I approach these negotiations?** 3. Given that this is a **national brand** and the scope of use of the commercial includes *global* Broadband, Digital, and Online, **should I negotiate a higher rate?** 4. The "In Perpetuity" term of use seems like it will limit my eligibility for future work if, for example, in a year's time I am offered a role in a competing brand's commercial. I would like to avoid closing doors to future work if possible. **How should I negotiate an amendment to the contract that will release me from the non-compete clause after some finite term?** ​ Really grateful in advance for any advise or resources y'all can provide. Thanks! ​ ​
Is an agent a good judge of your acting? by iluye1 • last post Mar 6th
So I have really good reps who I've been with for YEARS and believe in me who get me out constantly. I recently received a self-tape request for a sci-fi role, the dialogue is muted with personality (think Star Trek-style), and I really love this genre so I made sure to get a good tape together. I LOVED my self tape, the tape place that I go to loved it, the teacher who coached me on my audition was really impressed with the tape, I showed a few actor friends who also loved it and think I'm really fit for the role. My agent and manager called me today telling me they sent it, but didn't think it was my "best" work. They have never once told me this, even for the self-tapes that I KNOW were "meh". It's left me feeling in a funk. Has anyone received this sort of feedback when you really thought you put your best foot forward? My agents aren't actors.... is their opinion a good judge of my acting? Should I not take it to heart? I'm wondering if they just didn't understand this type of dialogue... anyone who read the sides with me thought it was a great representation of the genre. It's one of the few tapes in my whole history that I was really excited I did lol
Directors reaction to my scene? by tyler35855 • last post Mar 6th
I tend to have a hard time reading people... So my class practiced a play. My character has a small role in the 3 character play, but I show the most range of emotions. My character goes from crying one second, to laughing the next. It's challenging, but rewarding... Today, we practiced our play in front of the director/teacher. During MY scenes, we performed and not one word was heard from the director. not one interruption. I thought I killed it, but I don't know now... In the following scenes (I wasn't in) The director interrupted the actors and added good advice, and ways to do the scene differently. She also laughed with them and made jokes.. So my question is: Did I absolutely kill the performance BECAUSE the director didn't interrupt us with helpful tips?? or did I do the performance well enough that she thought I didn't need any help?? Did she not interrupt us because we were so bad she just wanted to get it over with?
[Hiring] Talented actor wanted to host a YouTube show by psny2kuk • last post Mar 6th
I'm looking for a talented actor/actress who can host a YouTube show. You must have the ability to film and upload videos to us. We provide scripts for each episode however improvisation is a plus. Budget: Negotiable > 50 USD or profit share. Please send us links to **your previous acting skills or create a video demonstrating your skills** if you don’t have a show reel.
Branding Survey about my Type by Jujumonge • last post Mar 6th
Hello /r/acting! I was asked to conduct a survey about my type as an actor and was hoping you could help me out! ​ This is the link: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhMGDW\_xEfTmJ8wULDJ0I7WM6drpZA-E2LaX1hsW-rLZGOsg/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfhMGDW_xEfTmJ8wULDJ0I7WM6drpZA-E2LaX1hsW-rLZGOsg/viewform) ​ Thanks in advance!
“Your too shy to be an Actor” by Ts0nami00 • last post Mar 6th
So basically I have an audition for Drama School soon and I’m not the most social person I like to have my alone time and be creative and what not. When I told my parents that I wanted to be an actor they weren’t really surprised, but they keep telling me that I’ll probably never be an actor because I’m a shy person. The thing is, I have been in theater class in school and it made me feel so alive, I could express myself in ways that I’ve never been able to express myself before, also when I was on the stage all of my shyness was gone and I was just living in the moment. I don’t know, my parents have never seen me on stage in school before so maybe that’s why they assume I couldn’t be an actor. My friends however are really supportive and keep telling me to go for it. Basically what I want to ask is, even when a person is shy and introverted, can they still be an actor? Sorry if I misspelled anything or something but English isn’t my first language
Setting up a website (actor/photographer/videographer) by monsow • last post Mar 6th
Hi all, I'm an actor and photographer/videographer who has currently reached the point in my career where I feel it would be appropriate with a professional website. My only question is I'm unsure if I should just make one website with my name, and include all my professions, or if I should separate it into two websites: one with acting and one with photo/video. Personally, I would much prefer to just have one one website with everything, as it's much simpler and cheaper. My only worry is if it maybe looks unprofessional to have it all in one? Would love some opinions.
An actress got into 18 film fests with the FIRST FILM she wrote/directed. Here's how... by prueslove • last post Mar 6th
Netflix jobs by arnoldlegend99 • last post Mar 6th
Hi everyone. I’m 21 and considering dropping out of college to pursue acting in LA. I was wondering from You all how hard it truly is with little experience, high hopes, and acting classes already found and paid for to become a netflix actor? Is it as impossible as everyone says?
[OC] How to Give Actors Freedom - Video Essay by Brickwallpictures • last post Mar 6th
I went from having no accolades to being a two time award winning actor in the span of one week. by bigguysmalldog • last post Mar 6th
Actress seeking representation by Susie Clary • last post Mar 5th
Hello everyone, I am an actress looking for a manager/agent. In advance thank you so much for reading my post and providing feedback. Can anyone give me advice on how to find a good agent? What should I look for in an agent? Other than photos, what do agents want to see such as reels, etc...? Once again, thank you for taking the time to read my post. Any and all feedback is greatly appreciated. Have a wonderful and creative day. Susie
Feedback for a Video Reel player with tracks for actors. by actor-websites • last post Mar 5th
Voices123 - is it worth it? by LAgreiner • last post Mar 5th
Hi All - Voice actor here just starting out in this space. I've been taking some VO classes and recording copy in my own home studio - but i really want to start actually auditioning! SO far I'm hearing a lot of people are suggesting Voices123 is the better platform to use. Cost considered, Is it worth it? I've yet to record a full reel (funds are tight) is it okay to just put samples up on Voices123 vs a full reel? I'm pretty savvy with garageband - should i make my own and post? Or should I just hold off all together? Ultimately I would love to just post some samples of my work / or create my own reel, land a few small gigs and be able to pay for a professional reel, but I know its all a gamble. Help??