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Can you be a successful film actor living in the Bay Area or will you have better chances moving to LA or NY in the long run? by WEWEREONABREEAAKK • last post Jan 24th
Just wondering what the possibilities of living full time in the Bay Area and trying to make it as a film actor are. A lot of people tell me it's slim and it's all commercials and it would be much wiser for a person to move to LA and others tell me it's way less saturated than LA for actors and it's better to start and build up a portfolio here. Super confused!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jan 24 by AutoModerator • last post Jan 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. 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.
Fire service advice (weird question) by DeFOOFER • last post Jan 24th
Hi there, first of all please remove this if it’s not allowed :) So I’m not an actor, I am in the fire service and I have an important interview coming up. I need to recall on different events in my job and life to answer questions and they will judge me based on the info my answers have, they look for key words. I have a list of the keywords they want to hear and have put them in in my experience stories I think I am likely to face. But this is now like pages upon pages of text, and I was thinking you guys have experience in memorising scripts so I was looking for advice on how do I do that? Do I just read and reread over and over? Thanks for the advice
How to find open/worldwide casting calls? (Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, etc.) by acrylicvigilante_ • last post Jan 24th
I've been curious about this for a long time. A lot of really high renowned movies and tv shows (especially those made from books) discovered their actors through worldwide open casting calls that asked actors to submit video auditions. They were more concerned with talent and "look" than they were location. I know a lot of the actors for Game of Thrones as well as the kids for Harry Potter were discovered this way. Most of us are on Backstage/Actors Access or have agents, but these generally only provide local casting calls. Are there sites that show worldwide open calls?
Rap battle voice role opening: Doctor "Eggman" Robotnik by Moleman-NineThousand • last post Jan 24th
My 48-minute Epic Rap Battle for which I have been making casting call posts here for a while, with wonderful results so far, is nearing completion in the audio department; I currently still have only eight roles (out of a total of thirty-seven) left without anyone cast for them. Among these roles is, true to the post title, Sonic the Hedgehog's iconic longtime nemesis. In the context of my video, he should sound more-or-less like the character's modern official voice which has remained similar between multiple actors starting from Sonic Adventure 1. The character has 22 lines across three short verses; these may acceptably be individually recorded in a separate take for each: the ability to actually rap continuous verses is not necessary here. Anyone offering to take the part should be prepared to record within the next few days' time. The baseline, negotiable payment for this role starts at $50+. Additional necessary details/instructions, the timestamped script for the character and the incomplete audio file with the music will be swiftly forwarded to any candidates for the part via direct messaging upon their commenting on this post.
Voice Acting for Cartoons and Animation by HanskyleVO • last post Jan 24th
I'm going to start a series on my [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLe2zoWkc8N-iOBoTS-11zQ?view_as=subscriber) channel about the ins and outs of voice acting for character and I am looking for questions that people (amateurs or burgeoning professionals) may have about the industry and what sort of struggles you are having when it comes to things like character creation, auditions, etc... I know some of these questions are probably already answered on here but people learn in different ways and I know personally I connect easier when things are explained in a sort of one on one face to face type of setting. So my goal is to give voice actors a free, easy to access and understand, resource for all things character.
Spike Spiegel Voice Actor Steve Blum AMA This Thursday, January 24th, at 6 PM Pacific time! by -WakaJawaka- • last post Jan 23rd
Trip to NYC by Bootsandbones • last post Jan 23rd
Hi all! I'm an actor coming from a small town where I do community theatre + Fringe + training for medical students. I'm taking a trip to NYC the first week of April and want to be productive for the 5 days I have before my partner joins me and we go into vacation/family visiting mode. I've looked into taking a week-long intensive at UCB but they only have one for the second week that month. Does anyone have any suggestions for classes I can take for a few days or something else I can do to make the most of my time as an actor in the city? I really appreciate all of the great information I come across on this subreddit so I'm looking forward to your suggestions. Thanks!
Rural Area by Kristus_ridder • last post Jan 23rd
I have been acting for quite a while now, about 14 years, in local play companies and would like to branch out into larger productions. My only problem is that I live in the absolute boon docks, about 1 hour from a large city, and have no possibility to move to Atlanta or Fayettville, GA. I could feasibly get a job as an actor in the tourist trap shows in the close-ish city if one ever opens up, but that seams like a dead end to follow. So my question is, Should I just give up and stick to local plays, try to get an acting job at the tourist trap places, or is there an option I'm not seeing? ​ Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Lets read scenes together! by Lovejenlove • last post Jan 23rd
I just had an idea to connect with other actors over skype to read scenes. Not for auditions, but just for practice. One of my acting classes I visited said to read as many scenes as possible to exercise those acting muscles. We can take turns finding scenes and just read them together whenever we're available! I'm down to read any character that falls within Female 16-28
Thoughts on working as an extra - actors vlog by erindrapes • last post Jan 23rd
Hello, Reddit Can you please help me with Portfolio? by _LET_ • last post Jan 23rd
What kind of Photos should i click for my portfolio? Me and my friend we both are beginners, He is a photographer and i am an actor, We have good camera but we don't have studio we can do outdoor shoot only. Can anyone please tell me what kind of photos should i shoot for my portfolio?
PAID: Casting Young Japanese Actress for Vampire Pilot by RedCMedia • last post Jan 23rd
Hi Red C Media is a Philadelphia based Production company currently working on a television pilot for Neon Fangs, a moody late 80s Sword-wielding Vampire show. I am searching for a young Japanese girl (does not have to be full Japanese as the character is half Caucasian, but full Japanese also works) AGE: 3-10 but willing to negotiate age. One full day on set required. Gig is paid.
Performing naked - Penis advice by BullionGodspeed • last post Jan 23rd
I'm happy with my pretty regular dick, but am worried that he'll shrivel up on stage if I'm nervous or I suppose even cold. What can I do to ensure he is in good form for an audience? ​ EDIT: Thanks for all the feedback. For context it's a nude poetry reading. I'm not an actor, I want to push against body image/anxiety issues from when I was younger. I'm not trying to look like a porn star, more to prevent a worst case scenario.
Casting Asian Actors for a Fan Film shot in the Houston Area by Ambiant_co • last post Jan 23rd
Hi this is Ambient, I am currently working on working on a fan film based on a classic sci fi Anime series. ACTORS MIGHT NOT BE PAID; DUE TO THIS BEING A STUDENT FILM. Lead Male Role: AGE 13-17 CHARACTER DESCRIPTION: Quiet, Timid and Shy ​ Lead Female Role: AGE 24-34 CHARACTER DESCRIPTION: Spunky, brave, but Impatient during stress. ​ Supporting Male Role: AGE 35-50 CHARACTER DESCRIPTION: Heartless, Cold and manipulative For more info please reply in the Comments. If you are interested send me a DM.
Promoting community theater by JuanDeGeek • last post Jan 23rd
Please help (suggestions needed) Been trying to promote community theater. Like every other board member in charge of promotions/marketing I already have a real job so little ever gets accomplished. We have approximately 100k in population, a blue color county with multiple decent troupes and venues. I am tired of empty seats and tired of meeting people who have never heard of us and our productions. Efforts so far; Theater club through neighboring village park and recreation department where I negotiate deals and specials like a house tour, meet actors or crew, appetizers, etc a (this will get the axe by next month without more results) Next; Contact retirement communities and other groups about group outings. Promotional videos, individual shows, each troupe, and maybe even a video on the state of community theater in general.
How To Tell The Difference? by CaliforniaStoked • last post Jan 23rd
I want to first apologize for how this post may sound. I know its not going to come out the right way and might sound rude, but I'm genuinely curious, so I'll take the criticism. ​ How do you filter out the good film schools from the bad film schools, as far as final product for reels go? I have some great reel footage from a few low budget TV shows that I did a few years ago. The only problem is, I feel like it may be be negatively impacting me when submitting for projects, because I lost so much weight since then, and look drastically different. I'm way skinnier and fit now, and honestly I look a lot better. ​ So I'm trying to redo my reel from scratch, and although its been awhile since I've done unpaid work, I'm considering doing it again for a bit, so I can get some updated footage for a new reel. My one concern tho, is that I'm going to be wasting my time because we all know student films can be a hit or miss as far as quality and production goes. ​ So my question is, do you have anything specific you look for when submitting yourself to unpaid student films? Are some schools known to have better quality end products then others? Do you only do final student thesis projects, because they have more expereince at the school? What do you specifically look for, so it won't be a waste of time if your one goal is to get reel footage? ​ Also, before someone suggests I just film my reel myself with friends... my friends who act are all working actors and don't have the time, nor do I have the proper equipment. So submitting to other peoples films would be the easier route for me at the moment.
Audition Tapes on YouTube by CuspChaser111 • last post Jan 23rd
**Good actors often don't get parts.** The audition tape for Pretty Little Liars with Shay what's her name is awful. The audition tape for Zach Effron (I can't find it anymore) is awful. The audition tape for Blake Lively Gossip Girl bored me to tears. The audition tapes for Miley Cyrus and ScarJo were meh. The audition tape for Jennifer Garner for Daredevil is cute but I'm not like WOW. The audition tape for Henry Thomas in ET was actually an improv (just learned this) and it is phenomenal, he got it. Apparently when he read scripted material it was not that great but good thing he could play dungeons and dragons. The audition tape for Hugh Laurie for House is one of my favorites. Rachel for The Notebook too. And man the audition for Precious - Gabourey is mindblowingly good. The audition tape for Aaron Paul Breaking Bad is great, and it proves even if you miss lines just get back into the character and you will book it. He's very funny and natural so that's a cool lesson in itself. ​ Moral of the story: How many times can I start a sentence by writing "The Audition Tape" ​ Are there any tapes I missed? I'd love to see. Thanks!
Help with compensation by Roshek712 • last post Jan 23rd
Hello everyone! Hope all is well. I could use you guys' professional opinion. I'm in the process of hiring a voice actor for a short film. They're reviewing the script rn, and I've been asked to provide an amount I'm willing to pay for this job. Gig specs: \- Predicted 1 day of recording, 2 if any extreme changes are necessary. \- It's strictly a narration gig, so not a lot of sync necessary. It just goes over the film. \- Length is 5:44 mins. \- 450 words, give or take. \- THEY ARE UNION WORKERS. That means under SAG-AFTRA. \- They are professionals. Like, as pro as it gets: games, anime, animation. The whole shabang. ​ Any help/insight/input would be super valuable. I'm willing to pay generously if that tips the scales towards a "yes" from them, but don't wan't to go completely bankrupt. ​ Thank you! ​
Best Self Taping Camera for the Traveling Actor? by DirectivePodcast • last post Jan 22nd
Hi there! I'm doing my MFA in the UK currently and came into some money recently. I wanted to invest in some kind of camera that I can use when I get back in the game once I finish my program in July. Only problem is I have to be able to get it back to the states easily when I return. I've tossed around getting a 4k webcam, 4k Gopro, or donating my kidney to get a new phone with a quality camera. What would you guys recommend for the mobile actor that won't break the bank? I've got a mic and lighting covered so it's just this bit. Thanks! TLDR: Live internationally, moving eventually, need a self tape camera that is travel friendly.