Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Chicago for actors?
If not NY or LA, how’s Chicago to start your acting career? Do they have any good acting conservatory program?
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Posting Auditions After Shows Have Been Released
YouTube recommended a self tape video to me today and it was someone’s tape for a role on Wednesday for Netflix. The top comment was telling the poster to take it down because they heard of casting directors blacklisting actors for posting auditions. In this case though, the character and the auditions scenes (not verb…
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
How do you maintain a healthy relationship to acting?
The title. I feel like the excitement to improve my craft and create art gets overshadowed by the business of acting. So I would love to start some dialogue and hopefully not find out I’m the only one… How do you stay sane when there are so many comparison traps everywhere? How do you stay hopeful when you feel behind…
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Actors who’ve done non-musicals at OSF, Shakespeare in the Park NY, Off-Broadway, Broadway, etc. HOW?
Would love to know your journey and any tips you have for people wanting to get on those stages.
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Jobs for actors
What sort of jobs do you guys have which allows you flexibility and go for those auditions. I’m from the UK and I’m working a 9-5 so a lot of the time I have to miss the auditions.
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Pay per minute
Hi Voice actors, I have recently put in a demo reel for a long term cartoon project (haven't been accepted yet, just an audition). The project will be 3-4 cartoons a week at around 9-12 minutes long, I would be playing one character. The company have requested that I include a quote per minute of recording, as an Austr…
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
In need of voice actor for new YouTube channel
I am looking to hire a voice actor for my YouTube channel. The scripts are roughly 500-900 words, and the videos are no longer than 10 minutes (usually 7-8 mins). The scripts are informative and pretty easy to read. Looking to pay for around 10-15 videos as of now. The script should really only need 1 take, and can be…
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Are there any NYC on-camera acting classes that has an emphasis on community building?
As the title says, I'm coming from a class where every week we would go out for drinks after class and honestly was a bunch of awesome folks just acting and messing around together. Everybody wanted to be an actor and took it seriously, but nobody took themselves that seriously and thats what I'm looking for. I think I…
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
On A Hot Mic
ig: @on_a_hot_mic is a page dedicated to celebrating Voice Actors! Submit (free) via ig DM to be featured. No strings attached! Any pic of you and a microphone. @on_a_hot_mic (Mods, if this post is inappropriate, please let me know).
Reddit · 23 Dec 2022
Does anyone have any good self tape equipment they’d recommend for a beginner actor?
I had this video forwarded to me by a friend, and I’m looking to buy a good tripod / microphone / light for Christmas so I can start getting myself out there. I’ve seen similar posts, but trying to get a really great, portable, and professional set up to get me started. Would appreciate any kind of Amazon links / recom…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
[Hiring] Looking for a Voice Over talent
Join our fun and exciting team! We run successful YouTube channels in the gaming and animation niches, and we are currently looking to hire skilled voice actors. **Job Role:** Voice-Over Talent **Offer:** $20 - $40 per hour (depending on experience) **Skills and Requirements:** * Must be 18 years or older. * Proven exp…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
Can any Atlanta Based actors help me with getting an agent in Atlanta?
Hello I’m Atlanta based actor and have extensive theater experience as well professional training and skills. I have gotten on sets , student films, and professional headshots . I submitted to agents but didn’t hear back at all. Are there any professional actors located in Atlanta who could help me with getting an agen…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
Improv vs on camera class
I’m a 16 and looking to take a acting class. I’m in the middle of improv or a on camera class for beginners but the improv is way less expensive with more classes. It is also well know(second city) so I don’t know what to choose. Does improv help you as an actor? I just don’t want to waste money on the wrong one.
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
How much can an average actor expect to make?
Whenever I try to search career prospects in acting, I’m bombarded with figures like “there’s only a 1 in a million chance that you’ll make it as an actor” or “you’re more likely to get into Harvard”, etc. I find these very silly and misleading because I doubt that most actors go into it thinking that they’re gonna bec…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
Any podcast episodes you guys recommend that detail a successful actor's journey into breaking into the industry?
Going on a long drive today and would love to have something that keeps me entertained so I was wondering if you guys know any podcast episodes that detail an actor's journey into breaking in the industry? I was a fan of Jenna Fischer's book and looking for similar vibes.
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
As a buyer of an unprofessional gig, what's the proper way to convey what I want?
tw: Fiverr discussion Hi, buyer here, not a voice actor. I've selected a voice actor for a basic Fiverr gig to say how ever so many words. After purchase, I'm presented with 3 fields. One for the script, one for clarifying pronunciations, and one for clarifying tone & pitch. I could ask them what they prefer each and e…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
Opinions on Wednesday?
I am two episodes in and really struggling. Jenna Ortega and Gwendolyn Christie are excellent, but a lot of the other actors seem weak? I get that it’s more campy style and the acting tends to fit that, but the actress playing Enid was fake crying (she was actually supposed to be upset though) and some of these other a…
Reddit · 22 Dec 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…
Reddit · 22 Dec 2022
Random question
This is something that always come to mind when actors either film a show in another country or state they aren’t from. Is housing provided to actors if they are either apart of the main cast or main role in a movie. How does that work? Do they get payed as they work?
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
David Foster Wallace Narration
I am a voice actor and huge literary fan. Here is a narration of my favorite David Foster Wallace short story, Forever Overhead. Just for enjoyment! https://youtu.be/oFp0tPC-guk
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
Should I Even Bother?
I have an audition for an AEA theater company coming in January. I am looking forward to it as this could be my first experience in a Unionized theatre. That is, I was excited until I read their website. I am very supportive of diversity in the workplace. The only problem I have is with people who only hire off diversi…
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
Help deciding where to go
Hello everyone. I want to get out of my small town in the Midwest and move to a larger city (not New York or Los Angeles) where there is far more opportunity for actors. I'm thinking a city where there is a great regional theatre market. But the thing is, I don't know how to choose or find what city I want to move to t…
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
Toronto-based Actors, avoid PartyInThe6ix and Tevya Heller!
Tevya Heller and others working on an upcoming project ‘ PartyInThe6ix ‘ utilize a lot of the popular sites for new actors (such as Mandy, Backstage, etc.) to reach out to them and invite them to audition for a hosting role. He promises a large salary and the role does seem very appealing; however, you very likely will…
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
How actually useful is it to get the Steve Blum course in actually putting into practice what you learn in it?
I have always wanted to be voice actor Since freshman year of Highschool And I still do so now And yet, the stuff I’ve seen of what you pay money for felt more like a podcast rather than a proper course I love Steve Blum’s work, and yet, i didn’t the impression that this was an actually useful course, and not a podcast…
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
Background acting in LA
I have been working as a background actress for mostly TV on streaming platforms-and network shows for about 3 months My question to those who have been working as principle / guest star roles is or anyone in the industry is - is this work productive and profitable as an un-represented theatrical actress I have been st…
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
Which is your biggest example of "so-bad-they-are-good" actors/actresses?
For me, it's Chris Klein. Don't get me wrong, I love how he acts in all American Pie movies he is in, but... Did you guys ever see this Legend of Chun-Li performance? It's laughably bad!
Reddit · 21 Dec 2022
When is it "peak" season?
So, i started self submitting about 4 weeks ago, on both backstage and Actors access (actors access I started about 2 weeks ago I think). I don't have much experience, aside from doing theater when i was a child, and then reality later on after i turned 18.. i am 27 now. I have been called for about 6 auditions on back…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Covid has changed my voice
I'm sorry if this kind of post is unwelcome here. I'm not a voice actor but I think this community could help answer by question. I've always been soft spoken to the point it can be a strain to be heard. Now that I have covid, my voice sounds strange but I much prefer it because it travels effortlessly and my mother do…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
My Pilot Season/ Agency Representation Gameplan. Thoughts?
Disclaimer: I am learning and this is by no means the gameplan of a seasoned actor. Just a bit of background. I started acting about 1.5 years ago. The first year I took classes and for the last 6 months ive been booking here and there. Some self-submissions and others with my agency. I don't have a large agency as I'm…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Yale school of drama (acting) admissions process & experience
I’ve been acting professionally for about 4 years now.. starting out in theatre and working myself through film and television. I even worked on a television show for a year in production/full time-stand in so I’ve always known the fast pace of this world. I did all of this while still attending undergraduate school. T…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Tough characters
What do you define as a "tough character" to play? I keep hearing actors refer to some of their roles as being difficult characters, but I don't know what they mean by that. What does this mean, or look like, to you all? Thanks.
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
California minor child actor - work permit form for school
I am trying to fillout the paperwork for California minor child actor work permit and I am having problems finding the right school form. Does anyone know which is the right website or agency to contact? The school form that I have found has a waterdrop and looks like it’s not the correct form. Has anyone had this issu…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Agents and agency
Hi guys, do you have any good agents and agencies to recomend to someone who is still a beginner? Also, would be amazing if they worked with international actors
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
looking for tips on how to do a Michael J. Fox/Marty Mcfly impression
so I'm doing a Marty Mcfly cosplay and I was wondering how to imitate his voice and I would greatly appreciate any help from all of you wonderful voice actors. I do apologize if this is the wrong subreddit, if so please tell me what sub I should go to. Thanks
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
How to deal with unprofessionalism
I work a lot of student/ small budget films. And I’m alright with this usually the cast and crew is very professional and make some pretty good short films, they also take great care of the actors since usually we are there for free on our own time. I applied for a small budget student project and thought I knew what I…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Feeling like everyone can get an agent except me
I know it’ll happen when I’m ready, and if nobody’s signing me I’m clearly not. I’m discouraged right now, met a girl on set the other day that has an agent and that was her very first job, had never taken an acting class, got an agent with a self tape and a selfie. Meanwhile I’m on my third feature film booked on acto…
Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
WebPrimo+ : A Better Way of Making Websites
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Reddit · 20 Dec 2022
Hiring for Voice Over Actors/Actress
looking for voice over actors/actress. Hit me up with your samples - this is for a YT channel with over 22M subscribers. Rates are between $20-40 or can go above depending on experience/portfolio. Message me with your samples. Only experienced voice actor/actress with sample will be accommodated. Feel free to ask more…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
Do you find actors to be over critical of themselves?
Recently had a short film I was the lead in released, I almost cried watching because I felt I did such a horrible job acting. It was my first time on camera and I was pretty nervous so I know while we were shooting it felt not great. But everyone involved that attended our premier was acting like I did such an amazing…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
What do you all recommend teenage actors do?
I do drama GCSE (UK) and take acting classes for 3 hours a week but I don't have any headshots done ( I don't want to spend £200 just to have a growth spurt and look completely different on set), I don't have an agent and I live in the countryside (closest audition I could find was 90 miles away). I'm not necessarily i…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
Reputable NJ/NY agents
Hi I’m interested in getting an agent and have a few questions. Long story short my first agent was a complete scam so I decided to find work on my own work through backstage, actors access, etc. I started acting 2 months ago and have 6 credits under my belt some background work some supporting and even a lead role. I’…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
Can I put a 'Real people' commercial on my acting resume?
Bit torn on this one, curious if there's a standard here. I was randomly scouted on the street to be in a focus group, and it turned out to be one of those Chevy commercials with "Real people". Turns out they are in fact just regular people, I didn't know I was 'acting' in it until the commercial aired and I got a chec…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
I want to go into voice acting
Hello everyone! I have been giving becoming a voice actor a lot of thought for some time now and now I want to take the first steps. My friends have been trying to get me to go into voice acting for a while now since I can do various impressions of movie and video game characters as well as random voices of different p…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
Is it true that doing background work can stunt your success as an actor?
Hi. Currently for work I’m doing bg work and I’ve heard various people say that doing bg work overall will stunt me as an actor as industry professionals will only see me as background, and I have heard others say that this is false. What are your guys thoughts?
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
my first time on a film set: Director doesn't know the actresses keep leaving bc the XP's "opportunities", what to do??
I didn't get any help on the "no dumb questions" thread so hoping to get help here!: I think the director is unaware the exec p is the reason the female actors for their project keep disappearing; here's what's going on: low budget TV show in the making, they often need repeat extras (so the same extras to show up for…
Reddit · 19 Dec 2022
Looking for a Voice Artist for a Gaming and Animation YT character - FOXY
**Job Role: Voice-Over Actor** **Offer: $20 - $40 per hour (depending on experience)** We run a successful animation and gaming youtube channel looking to hire Voice Actors. Kindly go to this link to audition: [https://t.ly/3Qyw](https://t.ly/3Qyw) Skills and Requirements: * Must be 18 years or older. * Must be able to…
Reddit · 18 Dec 2022
Is this acting class a scam?
Hi, so I looked around and found this studio on lessons.com I'm a bit suspicious about this as the class doesn't have any address, photos, etc. It tells you to pay for the class in the website with paypal, venmo, etc. The closest thing to a photo is pictures of the teacher, but other information is very vague. She clai…
Reddit · 18 Dec 2022
Acting in VA
So, I want to be an actress and possibly a model while still in my undergrad in college. (Nothing to do with my major, but I want to do it as a hobby or possibly second career once I finish my master's) Anyone know of some agencies I could go through that would work with a21 year old, 5'7" Black female in the DC/MD/VA…
Reddit · 18 Dec 2022
When there are characters that have accents why don't they just get voice actors who naturally have that accent to voice them?
Say, if there is a character with a German accent, instead of getting an American to do a stereotypical German accent, why don't they just get a German who learned English as a second language to voice them? I guess it's because most recording sessions are local and require everyone to come to a studio to record. There…
Reddit · 18 Dec 2022
Landing an Agent
hello!!!! I'm an actor in Vancouver, Canada and graduated last year with a certificate in acting. I've been doing some stage productions and previously had an agent who worked out of a different city, and now am trying to land an agent here in Vancouver. Seems like this community is mostly geared towards LA (just trave…