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Agent wasted my time just not to sign me by throwawayyyycount • last post Mar 11th
This is a Sag-Aftra agency … I was on the phone with the agent for 1 hour and 30 minutes and he basically was telling me their “moto” of their agency and educating me about the industry (some information that I already knew, and some I didn’t) He then looked at my resume and said I lacked training (I have on-camera, voice,improv, and theater class) as training, he said since I’m young that casting directors will be more lenient but he started recommending these classes which I believe he may be getting a cut from it because the class is owned by one of he’s clients and he post him alot. And then said I needed new pictures because you can see the “lights in my eyes” like what???? That’s suppose to happen so my eyes won’t look dead. He didn’t recommend me anyone until I emailed them a couple hours later saying I found a photographer to take my new pictures, and then he emailed me back sending me a different photographer saying I should check them out like Umm okay ??? Next.. he says I need knew footage (I use my recent self tape for my reels) I honestly forgot what he complained about, but he said that my acting was good so idk ??? He gave me advice about correcting my resume such as capitalizing certain words, putting the production name instead of the characters name etc… so I appreciate that. At the end of the meeting he said once I do all this, then he would be interested in potentially signing me. The meeting happened on Monday and he emailed me yesterday basically telling me to hurry because this is a good season for young actors like me that play teenagers to get booked. If you were me, would you sign with them or wait a couple months to re-submit to other agencies.
Actors you should all enter this monologue competition! by chloecam29 • last post Mar 10th
Hi everyone, first time posting on here, but I saw on social media that Flairbox are running a monologue competition, and each entry is **guaranteed to get feedback from an industry professional.** It's to raise funds for Turkey and Syria, and it's open until the 16th March. I think you can be from anywhere in the world. The casting directors will pick their favourite one and also the one with the most 'claps' will win acting industry prizes too. Here's my entry and the details to enter! (would really appreciate a wee clap but no pressure haha) [https://app.flairbox.co/videos/bbeb29ea-2806-4687-9ee7-26c0aadf2feb](https://app.flairbox.co/videos/bbeb29ea-2806-4687-9ee7-26c0aadf2feb) [https://www.flairbox.co/monologues-for-turkey-syria](https://www.flairbox.co/monologues-for-turkey-syria)
I embarrassed myself by se20201 • last post Mar 10th
So, I performed two monologues in front of my whole class and I was so nervous that my mouth got dry and I had terrible diction. I was also kind of lightheaded on stage for some reason, and I wasn’t even looking at the audience. How can I come back from this? I almost cried from embarrassment. The most disssapointing thing was that I spent 3 weeks preparing for this, and now my whole classs just thinks I’m another terrible actress
Is it worth starting voice acting if AI is going to take most of the jobs? by shae_duane • last post Mar 10th
I don't have any real experience in VO so I want to pay for training and eventually have a demo made. I'm just not sure if it's worth spending $2000+ to get into the field only to find no work. AI is already good enough now that it's starting to take away the really low paying jobs. Regardless of what people are saying, I am extremely confident that in five years there will be AI that sounds indistinguishable from a voice actor. I also believe that no matter how real AI will one day sound, their will be those clients who will never use AI. So there will always be some work. But how can someone like me, who is just getting started, expect to get any real work? Is pursing voice acting at this day and age a good idea?
Remembering lines? by jpling • last post Mar 10th
I've worked as a voice actor a lot where the text is always in front of you. I've done short scenes where the dialogue is minimal and it's mostly about reacting (especially in classes or in very small parts I've done on TV). My question is, how do you go about memorising a lot of dialogue! I read Bryan Cranston's book where he mentions circling the verbs and using them as markers. Obviously rehearse as much as possible but what if you don't have much time? I feel like remembering lines kills my performance and my reactions.
Comedic Monologue suggestions: by Iwillrestoreprussia • last post Mar 10th
Hello, this is my first time posting here. I was reluctant to post since I’ve seen how toxic the comments can be here sometimes but I figured I’d ask anyway. I have audition soon and I’d like to hear a few idea for comedic monologues if at all possible. I already have a few ideas, but want to hear others To help narrow it down here’s some additional information. It’s one of three short plays that my college is putting on. It’s student written, but I’ve read the material and it seems mostly fine. The story is about a young girl recounting her childhood in rural Tennessee, and how she balanced her love of the arts mixed with the religious and sometimes crazy people that surround her. The action is mostly comedic and played for laughs. The cast is made up of four actors, three play multiple roles, representing different people from her life. Hope that helps. I understand it’s very low stakes compared to the rest of the sub, but just thought I’d ask.
At what point are you no longer a ‘developing actor’? by Big-Adeptness995 • last post Mar 10th
I see the term ‘developing actor’ used quite often and loosely. What’s the general consensus on when an actor is no longer considered developmental? After 1-2 costar roles in major series? After a few guest stars? What about actors with extensive indie credits but no “mainstream” credits yet? Would love to hear everyone’s thoughts.
[PAID] Looking for a Japanese Voice Actor by Thejoker594 • last post Mar 10th
We’re looking for Japanese Voice Actor for our cyberpunk/fantasy graphic novel trailer. We are launching our book very soon, and we’re looking for a voice actor who can perform a character in Japanese. As we’re still new to voice acting community, the rate is up for discussion! Let’s put a minimum rate around $10 as the line is very short. This is a reference: https://fb.watch/jbU0uCsMHq/ If you’re interested, feel free to DM me your showreel & email. Or feel free to share the job with your Japanese actor friends!
make a movie by Vinny Giovanniello • last post Mar 9th
Who wants to make a movie and is in NYC looking to collab with some people to create something, I am able to attribute help writing, producing and acting https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10497521/?ref_=tt_cl_t_4
UK/London Actors, what's a good side job/hustle at the moment? by SnooPuppers1557 • last post Mar 9th
I've been out of the side job game for a bit as my previous one is now gone thanks to the pandemic. Wondering what busy actors are doing on the side in London these days? I'm auditioning a lot at the moment so i would need it to be extremely flexible Thanks :)
Stage names! What is it good for? by GuardsmanReines • last post Mar 9th
I'm a really young actor looking to get in the industry, but I'm feeling like a fish outta water with all the terminology and etiquette. Are there any inherent advantages for using stage names? I like the idea, but I feel like it may prove unnecessary.
Looking to give r/ActingNerds a good home... by maxdurden • last post Mar 9th
Hey everyone, I'm the moderator of the Acting Nerds subreddit, and it's become a place where folks that are just getting into acting, or are non actors, feel safe asking questions and posting thier work. It's a really great, wholesome little community that I have really enjoyed moderating. But the truth is, I just don't have the time to devote to it to really get it to the next level. It makes me sad, but I'm clearing it off my plate because of how busy my acting stuff has gotten, and it will help the sub grow. So I have to let my little bird flyyyyyy. It's really important to me that I find the right person for the job. I'm reaching out to all you badasses to see if anyone would be interested in taking the sub off my hands and continuing the mission. Feel free to send me a DM and we can chat!
Largo.ai... by maxdurden • last post Mar 9th
Hey all. So, I just received an email from a representative for Largo.ai saying that I was a good match for some projects on the platform, and asking me if I would like to join their waitlist. I checked Largo.ai out, and it seems to be casting site like Actor's Access, but it's AI driven, and they claim that leads to better democratisation of who gets what auditions. It claims to be a more direct line of communication between producers and talent. Initially, I was a bit put off by how corporate it all seems, but I put my artist brain aside once I remembered that many producers are corporate folks, so it makes sense that the branding is geared towards that. I signed up for the wait list, and then came the tiers. Three options: 12.04/month, 24.09/month, and 41.05/month. Pretty damn steep. Like... really steep. It's like they fully didn't do any research on platforms that could compete (Actor's Access, LA casting, etc...) And priced it blindly. Or the more likely scenario: they did do the research, and realized that if they price theirs higher, many people will assume it's better. Whoops. The three tiers will get you things like the ability to contact producers yourself at the highest tier, as well as "2x more chances to get auditions" and "4x more chances to get auditions" for the last two tiers respectfully. Not sure what that even means because they don't explain it, plus it seems a little disingenuous considering most of the copy on the site talks about "taking the chance out of getting auditions." Yeah. Sure. Anyway, does anyone have any experience with this wildly priced "new revolution in the casting biz"?
Actors Access Slates by FiremanTodd • last post Mar 9th
Although I know what a slate is, I'm wondering if someone can explain what the Actors Access Slates are and how they might be helpful. Is it worth the extra cost?
What popular actors do you think are genuinely bad/untalented when it comes to their craft? by Brave-Court-1582 • last post Mar 9th
For me, it's Emma Roberts. I genuinely think she's a terrible actor and plays the same person in every single thing I've seen her in. What are your unpopular opinions?
Good side hustles in London by Brave-Court-1582 • last post Mar 9th
Out of curiosity, what do those of you who are actors in London do, on the side? I work in a restaurant and have a few other side gigs going, but Im hesitant to fully like start a full time job/career as I'm really hoping/believing I will get lucky soon. What are your thoughts?
Actors Access slow for anyone else? by wjxm • last post Mar 9th
I’m wondering if I unclicked a box or something recently because I haven’t received an email even a “Projects Match Your Profile” email since late February. Is this happening to everyone or should I contact the site? Thanks!
Is the actor training program at the university of utah any good? by batdude_2 • last post Mar 9th
Hey guys, I was wondering if people could give me their thoughts about the actor training program at the university of utah?
Adapting my feature screenplay into a film, and a major Hollywood actor's agent just asked for my sample work. I'm scared? by SwimGood22 • last post Mar 9th
I'm a screenwriter that's adapting my first script into a feature film. I recently got into contact with the agent and manager that reps one of the biggest actors in the industry. They asked for an offer and I sent through with details. After two weeks of silence, I just heard from them asking for a sample of my directing work to send over. I'm scared because I don't have a sample as I've primarily been a screenwriter and am only now taking the step forward to adapt into a feature. What should I tell them? I thought after two weeks of silence they had passed, but am confused why they'd need my sample work too?