Reddit · 29 Apr 2020
Hello
Hello I am 12 and I am an actor I have gotten medals for it and have even been on tv and I am new here but I really love all of you guys quality content best of wishes to us all
Reddit · 29 Apr 2020
Open Casting call for Native: Japanese - Mandarin - Russian - Mexican Spanish Speakers
**Memrise - Self Shoot** We are looking for native speaking actors who are confident with self-shooting on their mobile phone. We are looking for someone who is confident, very expressive and quirky. You will be filming videos in your home on your phone. Filming will not take place with our crew. **The rate** is £1…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2020
Moving to Santa Barbara
I am a relatively new actor based in NYC. I was wondering if it was reasonable to move to Santa Barbara and still be able to take advantage of the acting world in Los Angeles. I realize last minute casting calls would be impossible, but, with just a couple hours between the cities (and a train) as well as the shift to…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2020
5 Tips for Actors in Isolation
If our career choice was a roller coaster before it now feels like the coaster has come to a screeching halt at the top of a loop leaving us dangling and unsure of how we are going to end up. First and foremost, you are not alone. As a collective, we are all in this together. So, how do we manage? How do we stay connec…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2020
youth actors !
hii ! does anyone ages 12-17 wanna be in a Instagram gc? its strictly to talk about acting. we can speak on our own experiences, and tips. acting for youth is a bit different than for adults so i figured it'll be a good idea :). if you wanna be in it, comment your age and Instagram username! (also im hoping this isnt c…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
Beginning actor and potential moves
I'm currently based in Orange County outside LA. I have minimal university training in theatre and am looking for an opportunity to practice, gain professional training and grow. Would it be useful to stay in my area or look elsewhere (such as NYC) to build a resume and credits? I have heard about smaller markets i.e.…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
Becoming a better actor!
Don’t get me wrong, I completely understand that to become a better actor you go to acting lessons, you analyse film and then the other 90% is actually ACTING a scene or whatever. However I would now like to ask a question with the comparison of acting to sport, when you are for example playing basketball, you will tra…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
I've Created a Cartoon Show... but Where to Go from Here?
Hey all, it seems I’ve ended up in a very peculiar situation and would appreciate some down-to-earth advice on the matter. What I have in front of me is a gag dub of a flop animated program from 1987. Not an abridged skit but a full season of twenty-minute-long episodes rewritten, reordered and cut up quite literally d…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
Do agents invest in actresses who’ve gone through full-time undergraduate acting programs more than ones who’ve only done short courses?
I need some insight because I want to apply to drama schools in the future for 2-3 year programs but is it worth it? And which programs do you recommend (which schools in the world have good programs?) Is it better to go with the 2-3 year course or will having gone through short courses be enough? Would appreciate your…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
Being an artist is really complicated
I've recently come to the conclusion there are two types of actors. One that discover acting at an early age, and they then pursue it, and it gives them hope and direction for the rest of their lives in some fashion...and if they don't listen, they end up rudderless and have to scrape everything together in an unorthod…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2020
Help me I’m stupid.
Hi. I’m an actor and need help with getting the technical stuff set up. I want an easy preset for auditions. I just downloaded rx elements 7 and am pulling my hair out because I’m stupid. I was using audacity, but it’s not working with Catalina on my Mac now and I’m over it. I’m looking for a DAW I can use rx 7 element…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
Something Different - I'm a singer and Made this Video with Breathing Exercises that Actors can Practice at Home
[Video](https://youtu.be/SjbzRR2cu_E) I usually make tutorials for singers, but as an actor-in-training myself, I have been in many classes where instructors impress upon us the importance of breathing. Since we are all quarantined, I thought this was a great time to hone our skills. Specifically, these exercises all u…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
What movie inspired you to become an actor/want to become an actor?
I'm a Swiss born asian male living in Melbourne Australia, and I've been a movie fan since I can remember, I have always loved watching movies and doing research of how an actor prepares for a role and the behind scenes. It has always been at the back of my mind to try and get into acting but it never really went any f…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
Actors Access Question
Can a Canadian actor submit themselves to submissions/breakdowns that are posted under US (e.g. Los Angeles, New York, etc.) Do you pretty much have free reign to submit for any projects that are posted on the site?
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
How much do I pay Voice Actors?
A little background. I have a small youtube channel (3k subs) and am currently working on some animated shorts. I plan to post the shorts in my channel (monetized), twitter, tumblr, instagram and facebook. I am in the process of hiring voice actors for these shorts but for now, my budget is quite limited, but I still w…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
Giving up on acting
Anyone else feel like giving up on this? I’ve been at this for years and have booked jobs but not at all consistently or enough to live on. At the same time I see other actors that started after me being much more successful. I’ve invested so much time, money and energy into this but I don’t feel like I’m getting anyth…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
Drama school for screen acting
Hi guys, this is my first post on reddit so I’m sorry if I’ve done anything wrong. I’ve dreamed of being an actor my whole life and cannot remember a time where it hadn’t been my life’s plan. I am about to complete my drama A-level next year and I also do youth theatre at my local theatre. I am planning to apply to RAD…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2020
If anyone needs a voice actor hmu
I did a few voice acting lines for some people a while back but I never did anything professional, I'm cheap, I can do voice impressions of cartoon characters pretty well my best include Rick Sanchez, Peter Griffin, and Kermit the frog. If you don't want voice impressions I can also bend my voice to low and high.
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
How do I teach someone who doesn’t know how to act to act.
I’m making a film soon with friends and I don’t have the benefit of hiring actors and I have to rely on them. The roles are already similar to they personalities so it’ll be easier to slip into a persona. Other than that, do you actors have any advice on how to handle them and try to a get an at least competent perform…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
Getting started during a pandemic
Hi all! I'm an actor with an extensive training background and I've always been interested in voiceover. I was just preparing to put together a new demo before the pandemic hit. I know building a homebrew demo is generally frowned upon, but under the circumstances I'm not sure I have any other choice if I want to start…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
Becoming a superhero actor
I know this sounds dumb and probably kinda childish, but i hope some of you also share this dream of one day playing in a superhero movie. Not because all of the money and fame, but more to inspire others like I got inspired of. Just to give something back, something that brings so much joy to some people. So now my qu…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
Becoming a superhero actor
I know this sounds dumb and probably kinda childish, but i hope some of you also share this dream of one day playing in a superhero movie. Not because all of the money and fame, but more to inspire others like I got inspired of. Just to give something back, something that brings so much joy to some people. So now my qu…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
Discovering whether I like acting
I've always been fascinated with how actors sort of become their characters. That is what I first fell in love with about films. So I wanted to be an actor. So far though I've never been on set(because I either didn't get the part or if I did I couldn't go due to far location) or gone to acting classes(hardly any in my…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
My stammer has stopped me from pursuing this craft, but seeing James Earl Jones taught me something.
He is one of the best known actors of all time! he did Darth Vader and Mufasa and he had a sever stammer. I was told I have a good voice and I what to use my gift and refine it to share to the world. I won't go so far as to say we have a lot in common, but I think we have similar backgrounds as we are both black men wi…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2020
Trained actor looking to start voice acting remotely
Hello! I am an actor in the twin cities area, and I am moving to Chicago by the end of the year. I have a BFA in acting and was always told by my professors that I should do voice acting. It’s something that I really love and would love to get real work in, but I feel like we didn’t talk about it much in class, we had…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2020
best platform to upload Demo Reels?
I was going to upload my Demo Reel to Actors Access even though I rarely use it, but it costs $150 because of how long they are. Someone told me don't upload to YouTube, instead chose Vimeo. Is that true? I'd love advice, thank you.
Reddit · 25 Apr 2020
Practicing Catholics in the arts exist!!
Hi everyone! I want to get the word out so more practicing Catholics can feel less alone! Find us on facebook-- "Catholic Performing Artists". Group mission: We exist! This private group is to foster healthy conversation and debate, and generate moral support amongst practicing Catholics who uphold the moral teachings…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2020
AMA with IFP Gotham Award-winning Indie Producer Today!
Hey, everyone. I'm an independent film producer and today, Saturday, April 25th, I'll be doing an AMA. Here's a bit of background: As a kid, I was interested in becoming an actor. I took classes and ended up doing some voiceover work but soon realized I wanted to be more of a behind the scenes type. I wanted to realize…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2020
AMA with IFP Gotham Award-winning Independent Film and Television Producer
Hey, everyone. I'm an independent film producer and this is my AMA. First, I just want to note that I have opted to remain anonymous for a variety of reasons, not least of which is so that I don’t end up receiving tons of emails with headshots from people asking me to look at reels - I always use a casting director so…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2020
At 26, I've decided to pursue the acting career I've dreamed of so badly. I have an audition for a reputable acting school, but I haven't played a character since I was 16. What should I be doing right now in quarantine to set myself up for success?
Hi folks! I won't bore you with the full life story. I did 5 years of youth drama school as a teenager. Acting was all I ever wanted to do as a kid, and I used to obsessively read acting websites like industry websites as a teenager thinking about the career I wanted to have. I had this whole plan in my head for how I…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Hiring actress/actor north of Boston
Basic iPhone video in a retail store to show a product. Script. Paid. Youtube video. You tell me what your time is worth per hour. Thanks
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Is there any way to find a radio ad online? I want to find my first one!
I recently booked my first VO gig early this month (April 2020). A :30 radio spot for a pizza place to be run in the Michigan area. I’d really love to hear the final product but seeing as this is my first job, I have no idea how I can. I doubt it’s customary for the client to send the actor the finished ad, so I was ho…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Voice acting in Vietnam, as a Vietnamese
Hello. This is my first post on this subreddit. I am a Vietnamese, and I want to be a voice actor for anime characters. Sorry for my bad English. I am currently studying in upper secondary education, and I wish to follow a voice acting career. I may need some tips to get started. What do I need to prepare? Should I tak…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Did Matthew McConaughey read his own reviews to become a better actor?
So, I'm an actor and filmmaker and a director friend of mine told me some years ago that Matthew Mcconaughey, after being almost completely typecast in romantic comedies, read reviews of his own performances alongside his agent and worked on everything the reviews picked out as flaws. He became a much better actor in t…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Recently made my first demo, would love your thoughts and feedback!
Hi voice actors! Rookie here, I have acting training and experience, but voice acting is new to me. Recently made my own demo reel, and would love your thoughts on it. My setup has since improved, I'm thinking of redoing it perhaps for better quality. Also I've heard that if your demo isn't professionally produced it's…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
What audition technique works for you?
I've been listening to the podcast Audrey Helps Actors for a while now and the most recent episode they were talking about audition techniques that work for their actor friends that book 5-10 times a year v. once a year v. once every few years. What has created palpable results for you? \-Wigs? (I've never tried wigs b…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Hi guys, i need help figuring out pitch, vocal range/ notes.
Im a beginner ‘voice actor’. actually, i’ve been interested since i was 12 but am starting to take it more seriously. i have been researching and something i know i need to work on is my range, which is bad. I’ve been looking up how to increase range and one of the first things is identifying what my range is, the lowe…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Question: How To Politely Rescind A Request?
I recently saw some memes from an artist-centric Facebook page about how clients 'ghost' creators as soon as they see the price of the work. I'm assuming this frustration is shared by voice actors as well. I've had occasions where I contact an artist/performer and ask for a price quote, just to see how much it would be…
Reddit · 24 Apr 2020
Projects will honestly say "have a good quality mic, be able to record lines daily, have a flexible schedule, and expect not to be paid"
Edit: I'm not saying that a quality mic isn't a must have for voice actors, but don't expect great quality if you're not paying.
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
What's the problem with casting a white voice actors for person of color roles, and vice versa?
I tries posting this on another sub but got removed. I may be ignorant but here are my thoughts on this. Portraying characters on screen is an entirely different matter and I seethe problem with it. I understand that there may be a problem with PoC getting less jobs from white people, however, shouldn't talent come fir…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
Any advice on geting your parents to le you act?
Idk if I can ask for advice on here, but I'll this post anyways. I want to become a professional theatre actor but my parents won't allow it out of concern that will be: A) Disappointed if I don't become successful B) Poor C) Become a drug addict and/or a Sex worker because I'm poor/I'm famous and corrupted I kinda see…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 23
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 · 23 Apr 2020
Guidance on pursuing an acting career
I am a young actor trying to one day make it big or at least become a professional actor. I predominantly do community theater and do about six shows a year. I plan on continuing community theater but does that help in anyway? I plan on going to collage and getting a degree in computer engineering as a backup to acting…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
I need some advice
So I’m wanting to be a voice actor and I’m just wondering if there is a school or a class and how much it usually costs so if you guys can tell me that’ll be awesome thank you
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
AMA with Independent Film Producer this Saturday!
Hey, everyone. I'm an independent film producer and this Saturday, April 25th, I'll be doing an AMA. Here's a bit of background: As a kid, I was interested in becoming an actor. I took classes and ended up doing some voiceover work but soon realized I wanted to be more of a behind the scenes type. I wanted to realize *…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
How much money do actors take home after paying manager, publicist, tax etc?
I am from the UK and one of my favourite tv series was "The Inbetweeners." I read that the actors weren't paid very well for the tv show itself, although no actual figures have been put out, the show itself had a shoestring budget. However, it was the movies where the money seem to be made. I read that the four actors…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
Book Keeping as a side job? Has anyone done this?
Looking to learn some new skills while in quarantine and was wondering if this was a good side job/career for actors. Anyone know anything about book keeping?
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
Awkward... But it's driving me a bit insane
Hello! So bit of an awkward topic. When I was younger, I partook in some online RP's of a kinky nature. Due to my idiocy, some people found out my name. I stopped everything immediately and never did it again. Now I don't judge people for what they do and I really think there's nothing wrong with it, but I am also want…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
Collective horror feature (quarantine-proff). Looking for actors around the globe
Hello. First of all, Im sorry if this is the wrong place to post this (and please, excuse my english) My name is Max and Im a **screenwriter/filmmaker** from Argentina. As many around the globe Ive been self-isolated at my place for quite some time now. At this time Im **working on a collaborative project** with some f…
Reddit · 23 Apr 2020
What have you heard about these agencies?
I got offers from: - Johnson Talent Agency - Avant Artists - ABA Talent Agency - Chic Models - Mademoiselle Talent Agency Anyone signed with them or know of them? I’m currently a non-union actor in Los Angeles that’s looking for an agency to find work for me to become SAG-E.