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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Help with ACTRA needed!!

Hi all, To keep it short and simple, our team is working on a digital media production and is required to hire talent under ACTRA. We have limited experience with this since we typically opt to work directly with talent. We require a handful of voiceover actors to do a script which is already created for a 60sec spot.…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

How do YOU support yourself during a conservatory/acting program?

Hi all! I've got a bit of a silly question here but I am genuinely curious... I currently work full-time as a graphic designer – went to uni for Design and have been working in the field for about 3 years now, not including internships worked throughout college – all of this is to say design is clearly my full-time car…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Does anyone have insight on how Eco-Cast works on the CD's end?

So when you're logged into Actors Access, there's a dropdown at the top for auditions, then you can go to Eco-Cast auditions, and choose either current or archived. I always assumed that when one moves from current to archived, then that means they've passed on you. It's been good for my mental health to stop checking…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Any advice for Drama school

So I’m 17 currently turning 18 next august so at the moment I’m currently signing up for drama schools and unis atm, mainly centred in London as that’s where I wanna study acting to become an even better actor and work my way into the industry after that. I’ve done really well for myself I think. In the past year I got…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Resident status for Toronto-based productions

Hi all; quick question: I'm a professional Canadian actor with rep in LA and Toronto. Some casting directors in Canada have inquired about me "paying taxes in Ontario" due to the production tax breaks, which I currently don't! (I'm currently living with my family in Alberta to save money and chip away at my student loa…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Is Sag membership important

How important is Sag membership for beginning actors? Do you receive much more work with Sag membership?

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

How much training does one need to land a job?

Hello, I really want to build my career in voice acting, and after doing some research, I've come to understand that professional training is very important (some websites like Bodalgo even make that a requirement). So, I was just wondering: how much training is adequate and considered professional training? I am seein…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Booked my first job!

[link to my demo](https://voice123.com/voice-actor/joshuatimothyteodoro) After three years of coaching and many auditions I’ve finally booked. It feels redeeming after all of the hard work and dollars. All I can say is, imposter syndrome is a real thing and it slowed me down since demo completion. Not really knowing if…

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Reddit · 9 Nov 2021

Trans voice actor?

Hi! I'm recruiting voice actors for several characters in an upcoming mobile moba-esque game. We're aiming for a lot of diversity amongst our characters, which means they are from all over the world and from many walks of life. One of them is a transman from Brazil and I really want to find an actual trans actor to por…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

Filipino Actor: Seeing yourself on tv is surreal

18M I’ve been working in the performance/entertainment industry for 6 years. I’m currently part of the main cast of a big budget tele novela. I’ve acted on tv in recent years and have performed live concerts for the longest time. It’s still such a surreal experience seeing yourself next to big names, working with direc…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

Does video quality on Actors Access get worse when you upload your media?

I am uploading a new performance onto my Actors Access (AA) profile and noticed that the video quality gets worse when viewing it via AA. I was wondering if anyone else has noticed when they upload their media onto the site. I'm not sure if I need to switch up the format when I export my media onto AA or if AA needs im…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

HELP ME FIND MY ACTOR TYPE

Hello everyone! Every year the seniors in my acting program complete these surveys to help “type” or “brand” us in regards to the TV/FILM industry. If you could take a look at these photos and answer the questions it would be a huge help for me! [Brand Survey](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCjxHlbsGTOgujK1a…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

Need some comforting.

Sorry for my english, its not my native language. Im not shure if this is the right place to post this but im feeling kind off lost rightnow and need some comforting. I am an aspiring actor and my first play as a paid actor in a big theater is premiering on Friday. Needless to say its a pretty big deal for me. Today th…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

Young actor, asking questions and experiences.

Hello. I'm new to this subreddit and wanted to talk about me and my experiences starting a possible career in acting, since I am only a tween, and also to ask some simple questions to older and more knowing actors. I have been in choirs and voice lessons for about 5 years now and still going strong. I have started acti…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

What are my chances of finding work as an actress?

I’m a 21 year old white woman and have recently decided to take an acting class. Acting and film is something I’ve always been interested in. I chose to take acting classes to hopefully boost my social skills and creativity as I am an aspiring writer. I think I’m going to benefit from this even if I don’t pursue acting…

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

NorCal voiceover/voice actors: what is your annual income like?

I'm looking into this as a multi-pronged approach to being independent and am wondering what your earning is like. **UPDATE:** All I'm looking for here is ballpark figures, folks, and can we not turn this into some sort of internet argument? Thanks.

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Reddit · 8 Nov 2021

Interview with Voice Actor Kenny James voice of Bowser from Super Mario

50 Minutes of interview into the life of Mr. Kenny James where we discuss his thoughts on Jack Black as the voice of Bowser for the Mario movie, to his advise on how to become a successful voice actor. The interview will air this Friday. Hope you guys enjoy it and get a lot of value from it! [https://youtu.be/smljM-mx2…

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Reddit · 7 Nov 2021

Having Trouble Connecting to fellow Cast

Hey guys, college student here. I'm in a show that's being produced by my university and I've come to realize I'm a bit of the odd man out in the cast. I can't really seem to connect with my fellow cast members and it's starting to affect my experience in the rehearsal space. To the point where I've been openly disresp…

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Reddit · 7 Nov 2021

Help

I live in Europe. An actor told me that if you were big in your home country but decide to move to Hollywood, you basically go back to the bottom of the ladder. I dream of Hollywood and I speak english almost perfectly but I'm completely broke...so I don't know what to do...Should I try in the UK instead ? But I don't…

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Reddit · 7 Nov 2021

Forget to rename files before submitting, Am I screwed?

I made the stupid mistake of uploading my commercial audition to actors access and someone forgetting to rename my videos so now they just say ‘My video 1’ and ‘My video 2’. In the past my agent told me casting most likely won’t even look at ur audition if this happens so I sent my agent an email right after I noticed…

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Reddit · 7 Nov 2021

Actor's Access

Quick question: Is it worth it? For anyone that's a part of it what are some positives and negatives? I haven't heard much about it and want to hear some feedback before pulling the trigger on joining.

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Reddit · 6 Nov 2021

Tips for a new actor??

So I've landed my first audition for the lead of a short indie film. This would be my largest role yet if I book it, as I've only done student films and that sort of thing. Any advice for really becoming the character and nailing the audition? Appreciate any tips!

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Reddit · 6 Nov 2021

How do you find developmental talent agencies, and when do you start applying?

I'm taking a year or so after finishing my acting BA to work in a smaller regional market to build a reel, build an on-camera resume/IMdb credits, build up my other marketing materials, and save a ton of money before I head to LA to try to break into film/TV there. I've been doing well so far. I'm working all the time…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Acting groups in nyc

Hello everyone, I recently moved to NY and feel a bit overwhelmed. There is a lot of theaters etc that have been temporarily closed and I am looking to meet actors in the area and join a acting group/theater that is low key. I was wondering if anyone knew how to find or knew of any that you'd recommend me to look into.…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Help me get my degree.

Hi everybody, I am a last year BA acting student and in order to get my BA degree I need to write a work that starts from the thesis ,,is it possible for the actor to perform , indifferently to the space in which he performs?” I need to do research work, so if you could recommend me some books related to this topic, I…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Transgender Actors & Comedians: Please shed some light re: Dave Chappelle for me?

I want this to be a respectful discussion, but coming from a comedy background, everything is fair game for getting made fun of. Lisa Lampanelli did it well, Carlin did it well, really well-written comedy shows do it well. Can you weigh in on exactly what is so offensive about Dave's work? I have watched Sticks 'n Ston…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Silly question, should I vape in this self-tape?

I genuinely don't know. I'm not a new actor so I feel silly for asking this question but at in-person auditions, you get a prop or mime it. This is in my house though, so would it be bad if I vaped? In one of the scenes a guy gets handed a joint and takes a huge hit. Professional job not indie, what are your thoughts?…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Screen Testing, what’s the difference?

Okay so obviously I looked on the internet, but I’m still confused. Mind you, I don’t know much about acting but I definitely want to be an actor. I’ve watched some marvel and other movie auditions so I have to ask. 1)What exactly is a screen test? 2)And how is it different from an audition? 3)Furthermore, for future r…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

Rehearsing with directors

I have a silly question given that I have never worked in the film industry. I have read reports about directors who are assholes etc. in fact there was an article that George Clooney refuses to work with directors who require 40 takes. But there was an old video of I think Glenn close rehearsing with someone for the m…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

The Actor and the Target

Hey just wondering if anyone can recommend any videos or sites or blogs breaking Declan Donellan's books down. He has some moments where I'm conflicted about his message. Some moments make sense and then others seem to contradictions one another such as his disdain for the use of the word "I" which he then goes on to u…

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Reddit · 5 Nov 2021

How to impersonate powerful japanese voices like Erwin Smith?

I came across some TikToks/Videoclips of people impersonating the:“Shinzou wo sasageyo“ from Erwin Smith from Attack on Titan and I think they were pretty dope. Now my question is, as the title already says, do you guys have advices on how to get that power behind the voice like Erwin Smith does (his voice actor is Dai…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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 a…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Foods to bring that are filling for a long day on set?

Hey! I’m vegetarian- I’m filming something and I’m looking for foods that other actors bring for long days on set. It’s an indie film that won’t be having craft services- what should I bring? What foods do you bring to set?

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

IMDB Pro question, because my first co-star role show is airing this month: Can I get away with just paying for "1 month subscription" to get my professional pic(s) and self-written bio put up, and it'll stay that way even after my subscription ends? Or m

I don't have any IMDB credits, so far, so I don't have any experience with this stuff. Show comes out on Nov. 13th. Depending on the cutting-room decisions, I'll be in a maximum of 8 or 9 episodes. They've just put up the IMDB website, and all the famous actors are already on there. I read that I'll have to wait for th…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Actor's access submission help.

I noticed that most of what I have submitted to so far just has me send photo/slate/reel. However, I was looking at one listing and decided to see if there were sides on showfax and there were. Are they expecting people to pay $44 ($22/min) to upload a self tape of the scene just to submit? I have a subscription so it…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Looking for Headshot rec in Bay Area

Looking for Headshot rec in Bay Area I’m looking for someone in the Bay Area/Silicon Valley who has actors headshot experience. All the ones I’m finding are geared towards business headshots and I don’t want to have to go all the way to LA to get them done. Any recommendations would be super appreciated!

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

If you had $20k to spend on your acting career how would you spend it?

I’m a beginner actor in NYC. I have 20k saved and I want to train super hard, network, and jump in ASAP because I’m only getting older. What do you guys suggest I do? Classes and a coach simultaneously? If so any recommendations? I feel like I’m being stagnant and I saved up this money for acting so I want to do as muc…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Movement Continuity/Acting Continuity Question

Hi everyone. I'm relatively new to acting (within the last two years) and have what might be considered a rookie question, but I need to ask it! I've been thinking a lot about continuity lately and not just with props, costume, makeup, hair, etc., but with physical movements, gestures and delivery of my scenes in gener…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Birmingham, AL Casting

I've seen plenty of scam audition offers (trying to get you to pay for a membership to view listings and so on). Does anybody know of any companies that actually audition, hire and pay actors/extras in the area? [Filmbirmingham.com](https://Filmbirmingham.com) suggests contacting the movies in progress and asking for t…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

Obstacle in method to act

I'm facing this issue, where as an actor I've read a play again and again and after I'm able to imagine it think what the character I'm playing would be like, it's living in my imagination. But I'm having difficulty bringing it into reality. I'm able to bring the tempo and rythym where I start with, but after some time…

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Reddit · 4 Nov 2021

How much would a fair price be for commission of 220 words in latin?

Pretty much as the title says. I need a commission, first time ever I'm paying for something like this, so not really sure how much should I pay, don't want to overpay or be scammed. Additional info: * it's not a text but a series of 25 sentences circa, so I would need the same amount of .wav files; * it's latin, but a…

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Reddit · 3 Nov 2021

I’m in a feature film, have my own scene with an A list actor, but no lines. The focus of the whole scene was on me. Can I add this to my resume? I’m credited on IMDb.

For context: I was directed by the director and it took roughly 1 hr to film my scene (different angles, specific activity in scene that took time to reset). I didn’t sign a principal contract but was 100% recognizable in the final shot and credited in theatres. I am trying to get a new theatrical agent and think this…

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Reddit · 3 Nov 2021

Has anyone been verified on Twitter with IMDb credits?

The reason I ask is that Twitter says they will verify you if you have 50+ credits. But on IMDb it will say for example… “Actor (10 credits)” …if you have done 10 shows, no matter how many episodes you’ve done. Does anyone know if Twitter is referencing this count? Or the number of credited episodes you’ve done (eg: yo…

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Reddit · 3 Nov 2021

I want to get into acting… I think?

To preface this, I have little to no acting experience. Once I got a callback when I was 16, but that’s it. Now, I am 23, and the question in my head occasionally arises “should I try and act?”. This question pops in my head whenever I see a performance that is really inspiring to me (this time it was Dune). What I wou…