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Reddit · 14 Oct 2022

Creating art and improving on it

Hey all, this may seem like a bit of a silly title. However, I’m a relatively fresh Australian Actor. I’m a young, aspiring country person wanting to be apart of something. I want (as the title suggests) to add to this visual medium that we call Television and movies and indie films. I want to help create this beautifu…

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Reddit · 13 Oct 2022

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 · 13 Oct 2022

[Hiring] Voice Actor for advertising copy

Hiring voice talent to record a handful of voice over lines to be used in video ads for a game. Looking to cast both male and female voices with native American or Canadian English accents. Here is a reference for the tone and style of the voice over we're aiming for: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHzDdvfOEhU](https…

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Reddit · 13 Oct 2022

I have very minimum interest in watching movies and shows due to my long term depression, what are some shows/movies I should watch to keep myself updated with the Acting world?

Warning: Kind of a long post, sorry! TLDR at the end :) Hello! So as the title says, I lost interest in my hobbies and basic things like watching entertainment once my depression settled in. I didn't realise this until recently and I've been dealing with it since I was 11. I've graduated from uni for my Acting course a…

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Reddit · 12 Oct 2022

What to do going forward with my YouTube channel?

So I have YouTube channel that basically serves as my default website/portfolio (I have an actual website, but my YouTube channel has attracted me more attention do to how big YouTube is) it has all my reels, all things I voiced in are neatly organized a playlist by year, and I have portfolio playlist that I can send t…

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Reddit · 12 Oct 2022

Quebec actors question

Does anyone know how I can self-represent myself and submit to private breakdowns if I live in Quebec?

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Reddit · 12 Oct 2022

Been with my agent 6 months and I've only had 4 auditions...is this normal?

So I got my first agent in April and since then she's gotten me 4 auditions and I haven't booked any of them (which I guess is to be expected since I'm new and still finding my footing). I figured that since I'm an ACTRA Apprentice with no professional credits on my resume (only Student theatre/film projects) that that…

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Reddit · 12 Oct 2022

REALITY TV HOST

Hello All, ​ I know the question of whether you should be a reality tv actor is generally a no-no. However, I have been approached to Host a reality tv show. Would this be good or bad for my career if I am looking to get more serious roles later on. Would hosting be as damaging as being a contestant? For example…

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Reddit · 11 Oct 2022

How long did it take to hear a callback?

Hey, I am new and love getting advice and hearing everyone’s stories so I’m curious. How long did it take to get a call back for a movie/short film/ commercial even if it’s for a background character? How many auditions did you apply to? Especially on BACKSTAGE or Actors Access?

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Reddit · 11 Oct 2022

Should an agency/manager make you sign up for Actors Access?

So I just had a phone call with someone from an agency and they said I needed to sign up for Actors Access. Is this something required or is this a red flag? I'm not looking to get scammed. The agency is called Golden Artists Entertainment in Atlanta, anyone know it?

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Reddit · 11 Oct 2022

Best acting workshops for beginners

I am a new actor who is just in love with the art of acting, but my city is super small and does not have any acting classes, can y'all send some of the best acting workshops that you guys know?

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Reddit · 11 Oct 2022

When did you hire your first PR person/agency?

So I think I know the answer to this already, but would still love to have some insight. I've recently booked a recurring co-star on a network show that has become meatier each episode they bring me back, to where in the latest, I have an entire scene with just the main actor and I. (I think if I get another scene like…

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Reddit · 11 Oct 2022

Avail check question

So I got an avail check last week for shoot dates that were around 3 weeks out from that date. The original audition was through Actors Access, but the casting director asked us to email them to confirm availability and vax status. I did that, and just to be safe, I replied to their C-Mail message. They didn’t send any…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Why are many actors writers and vive versa?

Any TV show or movies when looked up about the cast, many of them are also writers, producers and directors. But more often than anything else I've found that they are actors and writers. Why is that? I don't intend to say that they mustn't be both or many aside to acting. But seeing this the case repeatedly makes me w…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

I was booked for a show without auditioning

This doesn't happen to me too often, but I've done quite a lot of true crime shows, non-union shows etc. I am wondering if word of mouth has gone around from doing previous work on other shows in order to be booked for this show particularly. I do have a reel and resumé that are top notch and it's casting director(s) t…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Feeling a little low

I am trying to be an actor and currently pursuing an associate degree in fine arts, but I’m already in my late 20s. I have a backstage account and a profile that could use some work but overall isn’t bad. I just don’t have any experience to show on it. I’ve applied to couple things and actually got call backs but the s…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Need your Two Cents

Hey there guys, real quick, my latest job I was the star of a 45 minute episode of the finale of an anthology series (different stories and actors each episode). On my resume I put "Episode Lead" but do you think "star" or "Guest star" would be more appropriate here? Thank you.

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Do I need social media?

Hi! I’m a 20 year old actor (screen) and have had social media for a very long time. However, I’m at a point where I find it very addicting and honestly useless, other than the connections I’ve made with it. Now, I want to get rid of my socials, but I’m holding onto them because of these connections. Can y’all tell me…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

MY MINDSET/IDEAS OF SUCCESS IN ACTING NEED TO BE CHANGED. Please help.

I want to be one of those actors who don’t care at ALL about awards, merits, recognition and all that stuff, and instead only care about the love of their craft, the work they get to do, the creativity, collaboration, and experience of acting. But I’m not one of those actors. I DO care about the work and the craft and…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

My scene made it into the extended cut! (and what to do now?)

Hey guys, So this is my story. Back in February 2021 I was scrolling through reddit, and I found myself on r/marvelstudiosspoilers. I found a post that was linked to an extras casting facebook page, and decided to sign up for it because I live near Atlanta (where the movie was being filmed). The movie turned out to be…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Looking for actors in the LA area to embark on the journey of a lifetime

Analogies aside, I am looking for like-minded LA-based actors/comedians who want in on creating a social media dynasty! I have loads of longer-form (5 mins; for YouTube) and short-form (1-2 mins; mainly for TikTok) comedy/horror sketch ideas to produce, and a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema 4k camera to shoot with. I would lo…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

MY MINDSET/IDEAS OF SUCCESS IN ACTING NEED TO BE CHANGED. Please help.

I want to be one of those actors who don't care at ALL about awards, merits, recognition and all that stuff, and instead only care about the love of their craft, the work they get to do, the creativity, collaboration, and experience of acting. But I'm not one of those actors. I DO care about the work and the craft and…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

New media and sag-e?

Not getting ahead of myself but curious—I have an audition for a sag podcast—if I book it, does it make me sag-e? I’ve seen how new media content creators can do this but not actors.

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

How to release suppressed emotions?

Acting is all about emotions. But I’m one of those people who are very “cold” and “unemotional” (while still dreaming of being an actor lol). The reason I’m like this is that I learned from an early age to “hide” my emotions, feelings, and opinions from certain people (namely family) in order to avoid being harmed, moc…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Audition

I (14F) found a paid audition for a feature film that's being directed by Ethan Coen. It's for background characters in a scene and I am in the big age range for the actors. No headshot nor reel is necessary for the audition. To me it sounds worth it, and Ethan Coen seems like someone worth putting as a director I work…

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Reddit · 10 Oct 2022

Toronto: what is your experience at these acting studios?

I’m looking for an acting class that can build me a solid foundation as an actor. I been looking into Lbacting,Armstrong, EVN, and pro actors lab but I want to know what do you think is best? What was your experience with these studios?

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Reddit · 9 Oct 2022

3 Helpful Tips for you beginners in Voice Over

Hey Reddit! My name is Chris, I am a character and commercial voice actor with 5 years of voice acting under my belt. I just created a new channel I hope will help new voice actors grow. I'm going to be making videos on Audacity Tutorials, Voice Acting Tips, Business growth and marketing tips, Dealing with common misco…

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Reddit · 9 Oct 2022

A few conversations with agency regarding submissions

Hey r/acting, just needing a sounding board, and appreciate the input I’ve been thinking of bringing up a few things with my agents. For background, I’m in Vancouver signed to a full-service boutique agency that reps a good range of artists, from developing talent to actors that are co-represented by top ten US agencie…

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Reddit · 9 Oct 2022

How hard is it being an Asian American actor?

For major tv shows, motion pictures and animation vo.. how many get called back? My child is into acting and always gets called back by major networks such as Nick and Disney but he’s never actually booked anything. He got started two years ago and has a short resume. I keep telling him that he should be proud of getti…

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Reddit · 8 Oct 2022

Agency Question?

Hi guys!! I have a quick question about agencies. So I'm currently signed with an agent in a smaller market and am looking to branch out and find an agent in a nearby larger market. I'm an 18 tpy actress (I look too young to even play anything above 18) and am confused about if I submit to the youth or adult division.…

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Reddit · 8 Oct 2022

[HIRING] Voice actor needed, lines need delivered within 24 hours! [PAID]

Hey there, long story short our original voice actor did not come through. We run a Tik-Tok page that posts sports related animated shorts. We have 20.5k followers and average 50-170k views, with some reaching 3 million! Because of the time it takes to animate the cartoons we need the voice-work delivered as soon as po…

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Reddit · 8 Oct 2022

Breakdowns on the weekend on actors access

I'm new to acting and I saw online about how you could find good casting calls on Actors Access. I have a full time job from Monday through Friday, so I can't really be asking for permission during weekdays, unless it's a really good role. So, in order to start gaining experience and start building a resume for acting…

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Reddit · 8 Oct 2022

Booked my first role, but I’m pretty nervous

So I’ve been trying out acting for a few months now and have done probably 10 auditions or so. And I booked my first role, which is really exciting but also super nerve wracking because it’s also the lead. I’m not too sure how much I can actually say about it other than that it’s a short, but the cast and crew is not a…

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Reddit · 8 Oct 2022

I can't give a full-bodied yell :(

Hello, I've been aspiring to be a voice actor for a while and I've been practicing and I'd like to think I've got *some* acting skill HOWEVER; it doesn't mean shit when your voice can't handle anything remotely strong. I just can't scream. Like, when getting to a certain volume, you'd need to raise your pitch to go hig…

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

Self Tapes Should Be Paid (Rant)

This is a rant because I am tired of this industry and how they treat actors. This new age of self tapes is ridiculous. Basically we are expected to setup lights and camera and PROVIDE THE READER and edit the damn thing and submit it to casting!!?? These are all things that casting is supposed to do … and guess what?!…

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

book and cd

I ve done 2 parts in 2 series where they also hire amateur actors and now I will take acting classes to be able to do this professionally maybe next year. Do you guys think I need to make my book now or leave it for later ?

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

Techniques Allergic Reaction

Hello, I have a role that requires me to feign having an allergic reaction. Do any experienced actors have techniques for quickly turning red in the face, sweaty, teary-eyed, or anything else symptom of a food allergy? (I feel like turning red in the face would be particularly convincing but I can’t just throw a bunch…

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

NYCastings is awful

Sorry, this is just to vent because I have had almost every casting platform over the past 5 years but have had so many issues with NYCastings I don't even know if it's worth the cheaper subscription cost...Every time I log in I check the mark that says "keep my logged in" but then as soon as I try to submit for a job,…

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

The Ultimate 30 Rock Quiz - Season 6

# [Welcome to the Ultimate 30 Rock Quiz - Season 6!](https://freeonlinesurveys.com/s/1ulFbOXe) If you haven't already taken the previous seasons' quizzes, they can be found here! [Season 1](https://freeonlinesurveys.com/s/eJhF2Z2X) [Season 2](https://freeonlinesurveys.com/s/N1js8xxC) [Season 3](https://freeonlinesurvey…

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

Actors Bible

This is to new people and to people who are lost or demotivated when it comes to dramatic arts. Stanislavski The system should be treated as a guide and base for your acting career.

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Reddit · 7 Oct 2022

I'm new to acting and want to be an actor someday. Any Tips?

I'm 14 just getting into acting and I've fallen in love with it. I have signed up for theater class, preformed in the latest play and have been in choir for 4 years with multiple solos. Do you all have any tips that I should know getting into this field?