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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Auction Items with Voice Acting opportunities

Hello everyone. I would like to let you know about two opportunities for items at a charity auction. This is for a 501c(3) horse rescue called "*Win Place Home*". **The auction ends on Saturday, 12 June at 8pm PST**. \~ [ZOOM **Voice Over Workshop** "Focusing on Acting for Animation and Games" with veteran Performance,…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

What next? Agency recommendation.

In the first part I’ll introduce myself, feel free to skip if you don’t want to read it: Hi, i am from Serbia, which is a small European country with even smaller amount of opportunities for people that are looking to act in movies/tv that are using english language. I’ve been doing some background acting, taking class…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Should I send in a tape?

Curious incident are auditioning for Christopher for their tour. Christopher is literally my dream role, as an autistic actor I’d love to play a character like me. He is an incredibly important character to me, one of the audition monologues is a piece I got an A* for at university (I know this means little, but still)…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Cut and/or dye hair as an actress?

I'm a white actress and I currently have long brunette hair, my natural color. It's worth noting that I'm based in Spain, so most actors and actresses, like the general population, are white. Therefore, there's less variety when it comes to hair textures than what you might see in America or the UK. Also, I don't have…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Parenting and mothering in this business? And during a pandemic?

Are there are any parents of young children here with some advice or commiseration? I gave birth to a healthy girl last May in New York City during the height of the pandemic. While I didn't have to give birth in April when things were totally unknown, it was still extremely difficult. We weren't able to have any famil…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Actors Access breakdown submissions

When submitting yourself for roles found on Actors Access, is it best to upload media for the breakdown, or wait until you get an Eco Cast invite? I've heard mixed things from other actors. A couple told me that it is best to wait until you get the actual eco cast, because its $22 to upload media, and the video you cho…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Debate: Is Doing It Out of "Passion” an Excuse Not to Pay Actors?

I applied to be part of a play and later found out that it was non union ( I am union) and unpaid. I considered that a play involved many days of rehearsals and then the actual performances in front of an audience. I love doing volunteer student short films, projects with the Kino movements, plays in which we split the…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

The “Original Broadway Cast Did It This Way” Syndrome

Hi everyone! As some of you may know, I recently started a theatre podcast that is primarily geared towards teen and young adult actors. This week we covered what is know in the community as the “Original Broadway Cast Did It This Way” syndrome. This is the idea that all subsequent productions of a show should be almos…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

what motivates you in your current stage of acting?

when the idea sparked in my head to become an actor, I can't even remember what motivated me..I always loved TV, movies, the overall entertainment world. I was a big fan of Kevin Smith and his films. As I got older, I loved ranchy comedians: Superbad, Harold and Kumar, Knocked Up, Pineapple Express. I was a big Judd Ap…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2021

Tip of my tongue... Am I crazy, or is this a real thing? Some type of "mastermind" for actors, videographers, and other people who want to be in "the industry"?

I feel like it's run by a lady with grey hair and glasses? I think the concept was that it's not *only* acting but more of an "industry mastermind group"? So it wasn't just actors, but also videographers and maybe even like... Production assistants? It may be called something "Tribe" or something short and snappy name?…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

ISO director/writer

I live near Savannah, Georgia. I am an aspiring actor and have what i believe to be a good idea for a show. Please get with me if you know anyone around the area who could be of assistance. Thank you!

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Whats expected from a director?

Hello, actors from Reddit I am a director in the making of a short film right now and some times i Just dont know what the actors are expecting from me. I am collaborative and will answer to any question with honesty. But sometimes, in the middle of the scene, i can see whats wrong but I cant explain what the actors sh…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Actor’s Edge Studio (Aaron Metchik)

Hello! Does anyone have experience with the Actor’s Edge Studio? I wasn’t able to find many reviews online, but I’m currently watching a free 9-hr course from him, and saw that his classes are $195 a month over a three month period. His classes are a bit cheaper than my current classes at the Margie Haber Studio, so I…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Aspiring actor/writer. Which side should I focus on?

Naturally, I’m going to focus and practice both because I love doing both but it takes approximately 10,000 hours to become an expert at something and to do so quickly would take hours of practice every day (it would be kinda hard to do hours of practice of both and manage school.) So here’s where I’m at: writing is de…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Ever heard people say you weren’t good enough? How did you respond?

A while back when I started acting as a hobby, there would be some people that didnt think I was good enough. They wouldnt say it to me though, I would overhear it on set. I’ve had training but had to stop for a while due to work and the cost. I remember hearing “yeah, he can’t act”. Or this one that stuck close “he’s…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Getting acting experience in Australia

Any fellow Australians know where to find casting calls for student films/small indie films or any work that would accept an actor with minimal/no experience and has done some classes? (Other than Starnow and Facebook groups?)

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Question about salary for different types of roles in a film

To start, I am not an actor and do not have the skills or looks to become one, but I am a big movie fan and have always wondered what sort of salaries(just general really rough estimates) people make for certain roles. Its easy to find out how much stars and co stars of big block buster movies makes. But how much do th…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

How do film students find actors?

This might be a dumb question but since most film schools have some form of a final year showcase component, or since students just like to film things for their portfolios - how do they often recruit actors? I’ve seen some on backstage etc but certainly not a lot. I live near several universities and I’m interested in…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Headshots/admin/audition

I joined a scene study acting class about 4 months ago. I’ve put up a few monologues, and several scenes with other actors. I am still brand new to the acting world. But, I am wondering how soon should a beginner actor get headshots and begin submitting for auditions? Should I wait until I have more practice/time with…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

[Paid] Voice Actress Needed for Little Girl

​ [The little girl.](https://preview.redd.it/ansr0itamn371.png?width=1280&format=png&auto=webp&s=d6b40961a6c08a46743e93fec4456517b620016c) You only have to read one line. That's it. I just need you to sound as child-like as possible. I'm willing to offer $10 USD to anyone interested. **Line:** "Look Jayden! It's…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Looking for a job

I am an aspiring actor/model. I live in Savannah, Ga. I am willing to travel around Georgia, Sc, and Fl, for any jobs. Please let me know if any of you know any auditions or places to find open calls. Thank you!

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Traveling/vacationing/making plans as an actor

I'm curious how other actors deal with this, since this is something that continuously stresses me out and I'm trying to learn how to navigate it. (And I have not had to deal with this during the worst of the pandemic, so I think that may be why this is a new stressor.) We all know that auditions come in randomly, and…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Background actor question

Hello! I haven’t done any background acting gigs in a while due to the mandatory quarantines a lot of casting agencies have been requiring conflicting with my regular job. But. I applied for several gigs now and got correspondence back on two of them. They are both asking if I’m available for the day of shooting. Since…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2021

Using social media effectively?

I’m wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to use social media effectively for business. I’ve had some minor success with generating leads just by commenting on production company posts, but nothing compared to what email marketing has done. Looking at the pages of other voice actors with more followers than I,…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

How do you... as an actor/actress?

Hi! I'm only sixteen, and aspiring to join the film and acting industry here in the next couple of years and milestones of my life... Which leaves me with a world of questions, and the internet at my fingertips. And I've learned to use that to my advantage. Watching loads of shows I like, and then searching the web for…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

How does union background work compare to non-union background work in LA?

For those of you who've done background acting in LA, how would you say union background acting differs from non-union. Obviously the pay is different (seems to be substantially different) but what else are the other differences? Are the background jobs different (ie, I'd think you might get more funeral scenes or role…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

So yea...

This might get lengthy how ever I am going to try and be simply cohesive for I may be spending too much time on r/trees But!! Heh.. I am wanting to get a full break down of the kind of programs that are either offered online and or near by me which is Atlanta. I kind of also want to introduce myself here I guess if tha…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

[Hiring - Paid] Six Roles For A Victorian-Era Audio Drama

Hey all, I'm looking for voice actors for **SIX** **ROLES:** * *Two Thieves (M)* * *Fence (M)* * *Three Guards (M)* My script is short **(8 Pages)**, with the **Two Thieves** being the protagonists, and therefore have the **most lines** out of all the roles. **The Fence** is present for **two pages** of the script. **2…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

Emailing Agencies Seeking Representation

I’m wondering how do you guys go about emailing various agencies to seek representation? My current email spiel is “Dear whom this may concern, My name is \[NAME\]. I am \[AGE\] years old and I am interested in being represented by your agency in the acting industry. I am extremely driven and dedicated to working in th…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

ATLA The Promise Comic Dub Casting Call!

I wanted to share this really cool casting call I found! They're looking for voice actors, animators, and sound and video engineers. Check it out! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZXbOVS9xTY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZXbOVS9xTY)

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2021

Spoken word poetry

Hey fellow voice actors, IDEA: Hey Fellow voice actors, so I just started a YouTube channel about self-improvement, art, and filmmaking. I’m thinking of having a voice actor to read out some of my poetry and potentially be a long-term connection. If you are interested please shoot me a Dm. And we can get started as soo…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Getting brought in for bigger sized roles by CDs?

Is this mainly based on headshot matching character idea or do they take skill level into account or other materials such as a demo reel, previous credits, etc., into account? In other words, is it likely for a newer signed actress to get brought in for Series Regular roles without demo reel or even previous credits?

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Better to Start in Small City or Bigger Market Cities

Hi this is something I've been weighing in my mind. Brief background: I am an engineering student that did 2 plays my final two semesters in college and immediately fell love. I got an offer with a tech company and currently I have the option to be in Portland or SF Bay area. I have a counter offer in consulting for At…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Self Tape Contest

Hey [r/acting](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/), The concept of 'competitive art' is inherently a bit lame - but since self tapes have become so important recently, I thought it could be fun to throw down. No entry fee or anything. I'm up for judging - if someone else wants to judge with me, I think two could work too…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

I've failed

I want to share my experience with this sub to lift the weight out of my shoulders and to help myself cope with what my mind understands as a failure. I'm spanish. I come, as a lot of artists, from a very humble background. I have been working survival jobs to support my studies and myself for as long as I can remember…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Getting to a point where I don’t know if I’m doing anything right...

Been auditioning for the past year during covid. Started off with great auditions, consistently 2 or 3 a week. I’ve booked 2 commercials but have only even gotten one callback for a TV show. What am I doing wrong? Now it seems like I’m only getting 1 tv/film audition every 2 weeks and the motivation is dwindling. I use…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Confusion between trusting acting methods/techniques.

So I've been reading acting techniques and some say acting is giving your all in regards to emotion and feelings and so you have to use yourself and your instincts and give it your all.Somewhere else i read that you cannot use your personal feelings that it might go out of control. I personally feel like using my emoti…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

is LA still THE place to become an actor?

I moved to LA a year ago to pursue acting. COVID of course put a pause on it, but its coming back around. I keep hearing grumbles saying that I should have moved to Austin or chicago instead because LA isnt THE place to try to become an actor anymore. Now im getting paranoid like I made the wrong choice.

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Please help! I do not know who this actor is.

This actor looks vaguely like Scott from the band Pentatonix. He has very short grayish blond hair and big bulging blue eyes. I think he is an action actor. Sorry if this is vague, I know exactly what he looks like but nothing he is in or what his name is. Thank you!

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

Feeling like a fraud

I posted a few days ago about how I had my first commercial audition in over a year and absolutely blew it. I’ve never been angrier about a performance. A day passed with no word and me still feeling like crap, and then I received an email. Now the email wasn’t a confirmation of booking. It was my agent letting me know…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

We are not hired for our skills... But how do we deal with that?

After dedicating ten years of my life to acting and trying to get better, I understood that my success was not based on my skills. Too often, it is based on having the right look, having a lot of followers, being a real police officer/nurse/exotic dancer (even though they are not actors), living together (due to covid)…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

17 auditions in 1327 days. Do I drop my agent?

Just as the title says, in the last 1327 days since I've signed with my agent, she's gotten me 17 auditions. That works out to 1 audition every 78 days. Of those 17 auditions I've gotten 6. I feel I'm a competent voice actor. I'm baffled as to how I've had so few auditions. However I've never had a voice over agent bef…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2021

[Paid Job] English Voice Over (Female) - $40

Good Day, I'm looking for a female english voice actress to do a voice over for a promotional video I'm doing for my business (app development start-up). Nothing long (I hope), about \~40 seconds, looking to pay via PayPal. Ideally I'd like to hear how you'd sound so inboxing a recording or providing a link to your wor…