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Reddit · 25 Feb 2021

I really truly hate this journey, I hate what this feels like, trying to "break in"... I just have to know based on my situation if I'm even remotely close because I can't live like this forever it's insane

im not looking for sympathy. everything is perspective. I'm at the point where I am just so burnt out with this. I resent the fact that I've spend 8 years and I still feel lost. I resent the fact that I can't seem to get respect / an honest answer without paying somebody to bullshit me. I resent the lack of feedback fr…

Reddit · 25 Feb 2021

Actor's Access - Talent Link Question

Hi everyone! I just recently decided to pursue my dreams of acting again since I'm nearby LA now (the last time I did any sort of acting was almost a decade ago in high school) and so I've been using Actor's Access for almost the past month. I've had about 6-7 auditions out of maybe 70-80 submissions but no luck quite…

Reddit · 25 Feb 2021

New to acting

Hi all. I’m 17 and i’ve never acted before. Ive just been accepted into the acting program at Georgia State University. I have no acting experience. I never did theatre and I never got enrolled into acting classes. I’m a little nervous. Ive always wanted to be an actress for as long as I can remember. My biggest dream…

Reddit · 25 Feb 2021

13 week broadcast rate

I'm new to the talent agency business. I was asked what my actors rate would be for a commercial that would run through the NBA finals. It's a 13 week usage fee. This is definitely new to us. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Your Experience With/Without a Manager

Hey r/acting! I'm a pretty green NU actor in NYC, but I've been lucky enough to have signed with a SAG franchised theatrical agent last year. Since then, I've just been sending in self submits, agent submits, updating my materials, etc... and I started to wonder, do I need a manager? I saw one of my agent's clients sig…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

How do you study actors?

I want to take acting more seriously, and by doing so i want to watch a bunch of tv/film to study the actor's. But I'm not sure what i am meant to be studying

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Agent reps too many people

Hey guys , I signed with an agency with one agent. She is constantly signing people and prob has 700 or more on her roster. She’s constantly signing new people which is super annoying. Has anyone else had a situation like this? How did you handle it? I was thinking of chatting with her about it but a chat still doesn’t…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Do actors have non-acting jobs?

I was just curious about not so famous actors, if they need to have other jobs to support themselves since acting gigs come and go usually. Even if one or two of their gigs are widely successful, would they still need something else to supplement income?

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Chances of being an actor in movies?

I’ve been in a pilot, and got cast as a lead in a movie that got cancelled. I’ve been on Broadway a few times... what are the chances of being cast as the lead in the movie for me? I’ve always wanted to be the lead in a movie... praying for pilot season to work out

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

I have a plethora of questions.

Hey everyone. Sorry if this post violates the server rules, I'm not entirely certain if it does, but I have a handful of questions about voice acting, as I'm in a bit of a strange position. I've wanted to be an actor for years, but now I'm starting to gravitate more towards voice acting now that I've been doing extreme…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

How to hire people?

Hi, I'm an indie game dev working on my 2nd game, and I'm considering adding voice acting to it once the script is done and implemented ( so, most probably in a few years ). However, I have absolutely no clue where I can hire people and how expensive it can get. I'm not looking for extremely professional actors, Anyone…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Not sure if I'm actually gonna post this

I (14M) think I want to be an actor but I don't know what to do. I know I'd have to tell my parents to actually start doing anything, but I want to be sure that this is what I want to do with my life first. I haven't even tried much or anything like that yet but I want to at least try it. Idk whenever I feel like I cou…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Long self-tapes with short deadlines

I recently got a self tape tonight (Wednesday) with 13 pages, 3 scenes (roughly 4-6 pages per scene and the deadline is Friday Morning. I don’t know if anyone else is finding this, but I’m finding it really hard to learn long scenes in such a short space of time. How quickly can people normally learn scenes, film, edit…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Hard rule for takes. Don't stop!

I've been told this by casting agents and now in the time of self taping, I reaffirmed for myself. I stopped toward the end of a take cuz I thought I did a line with the wrong energy. Imagine my dismay when as I was editing, my partner and I both said "This is absolutely the perfect take!" Of course it was the take I s…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Talent agents in ATL, NY, LA

Fellow actors, agents, directors, and anything in between. I currently live in Michigan and have representation. 2 agents to be exact. I was thinking of sending online submissions to a few talent agents in NY, ATL, and LA. Will this conflict with the agents I have here? And will I even be considered since I’m out of st…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Union v. Nonunion post-pandemic: pros and cons?

So this is specifically about AEA: but if anyone has insight to sister unions I’m sure it would be helpful to somebody out there too. When the pandemic hit I was a theatre actor with 45 EMC weeks, and an upcoming contract that would take me Equity at the end of 2020. That contract was postponed, and while it hasn’t bee…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

I am SO over seeing these types of roles for women!

I know men don’t get these breakdowns through LACasting, but for us girls, we are constantly getting “gold digger” roles to submit too. For those of you that aren’t familiar... it’s the “real women, not actors” videos, in which a dude approaches a girl and asks her out, and she says no. And then he pulls up in his fanc…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Any Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) actors on here?

Just curious if any of you identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)? Interested to hear how it intersects with your acting, if it improves/enhances it, or gets in the way? How do you navigate the business part of it like auditions, agents, etc?

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Should I put scare acting experience on a resume.

I haven’t really done any acting stuff outside of school besides fright fest and hallow fest. Should I put my scare acting on my actors access resume. It’s basically interactive improv theatre but still, I’m worried people might not take it seriously at all. I just want to get my ball rolling and get an agent sooner th…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Voiceover actor advice

I’ve decided to expand my acting career and tap into voice acting. What do you guys recommend as far as equipment and accessories? I know some microphones pick up certain ranges better than others so it just makes things a little confusing on decision making. My acting reel is in my bio if that helps figure out what mi…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

Rant: Crappy Low Budget Projects

I'm non-union in a small market and auditions have been scarce during COVID. When I do find auditions, the projects suck! I'm not even talking about the storyline, I'm talking about the dang script. So much is expected of us as actors (make sure to self-tape this way, create a reel that way, memorize the lines for your…

Reddit · 24 Feb 2021

I have acting experience, no idea for what classes to take, and wanting to make a demo reel.

I had no idea what to title this exactly, so let me explain. I also apologize in advance if this is answered somewhere. I am struggling and have been for a long time as to what “classes” I should be taking for voice acting. I know that there’s plenty of resources out there, and that there’s not exactly a need for forma…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

actors access

how reliable and trustworthy is actors access? im coming from az but dont mind going to other places for auditioning and filming!

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

How important is sex appeal when trying to become successful?

I've observed the acting world of both today and decades past. It always seems like the actors who truly make it to the top share one common attribute - powerful sex appeal. More than talent, looks, age, luck, connections and hard work; sexuality and attractiveness seem to be the qualities that elevate an actor. Here a…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

What do you use for embedding your demos on your website?

Does anyone use VoiceZam? It looks great and clients can download demos directly from the widget, but it's $9/mo and I'm trying to keep costs low. Currently I'm using Soundcloud, but to be honest, Soundcloud files look like garbage on mobile unless listeners have the app. I think it's good to have demos on Soundcloud a…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Beginner's Microphone

Hey there! I RARELY use Reddit, so pardon me if this kind of post is not common. (´ω｀\*) I am looking to start a home studio for voice acting. I am trying to create a set-up that would work for Youtube videos, podcasts, and voiceovers for ACX. I am a beginning voice actress, so I'd like to have a good setup to begin my…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

I may have gotten a role but I also need a haircut...

Here’s a fun one. I auditioned with a self tape for a role on a show. The casting company asked for my availability but that same days, the role went back up on Actor’s Access. It’s been a few weeks (almost a month) and the description says I need to be available for the next month or so but I’m not sure if this means…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Best female actors that are under the radar right now?

Finishing up my first screenplay and usually, I envision this "dream cast" for my characters (just for fun) but I have this one female lead that I just can't imagine anyone playing. So, in your opinion, who are the most talented up-and-comers that you're excited to see more of?

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

How to find your acting type ?

I know who I look like out of ‘famous’, well I’ve been told so anyway. I look like a young Tom Cruise is what I’m told, but he wouldn’t be my idol of an actor. With that in mind how do you find your acting type ? What’s the best way to go about it.

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Been with my agent since November, had 0 auditions since.

UK based. I’m in a popular demographic as I’m a female actor on the 16-25 age range. I know times are hard for our industry but most of my acquaintances & friends who are in the industry are getting at least some self tapes... anyone here know if it’s normal or not? Should I leave my agent?

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Anybody else who would have rather seen Nick Cage as a character actor?

I don’t know why, but I feel like Cage washes himself out really fast in his big roles. Anything where he has less than say 20 minutes of screen time I find myself enjoying his quirkiness and mannerisms, I just think he’s a little too ‘goofy’ for me to enjoy his major roles. Thought about this after watching National T…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

When did you know it was time to turn Equity?

I'm an EMC actor who is currently sitting at 25 points. I've put a good amount of thought into when I eventually want to turn, but I don't think I want to do it super soon. My logic has been that I want to get a good amount of non-union/union credits on my resume first and try to become more of a known name in my local…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Self-confidence: is it an illusion or is it a requirement for success as an actor?

I could just be seeing it wrong, so definitely correct me, but it seems like a lot of well known actors (and maybe successful people in general) believe in themselves and have a considerable amount of self-confidence. It could just be the social media effect, but I’ve come to the realization that the only thing stoppin…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Best Acting Studios or Classes in Dallas, TX?

Hey y'all so I've found a whole lot about Austin acting studios but not too much about Dallas. What are your thoughts and opinions? I'll list a few just to put out what I've seen/visited around here: Glenn Morshower with The Extra Mile, Nancy Chartier, Michele Condrey with REACT Studios, Michelle Sherrill, Theresa Bell…

Reddit · 23 Feb 2021

Have you ever had a direct booking?

Have you ever gotten a direct booking without auditioning? I'd be interested in hearing about your experience. \[Note\] I'm not an actor. I'm just interested in hearing about it if anyone wants to share their experience.

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Resume layout and starting out

This is a very common question. I Ireland and I’m extremely eager to start out in acting. I want to focus on film and TV. But during these unprecedented times it’s tough. So I thought I’d take this time to do a load of research and practice so I will be prepared for when I start to audition. First things first, I plan…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Question for background actors who are in the union.

Suppose someone wanted to be a full-time background actor. They have no interest in being a regular actor whatsoever, they just want to do background work. They're also able to join SAG and they do. Would it be hard to get enough background work to meet SAGs requirements for health insurance? I don't mean right now wit…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Can anyone identify this one blonde actress that appears in damn near every commercial? I've seen her in a million ads and it's driving me crazy.

Here's one she did with Bryan Cranston: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXpE9u-yuTs She's also in one of those Sam Adams "Your cousin from Boston" ads https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2BDf-JDUIk I've also definitely seen her in a Nintendo Switch commercial and I think one for laundry detergent or something. This is jus…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

not sending in self-tapes you aren't happy with

just venting here and sharing my experience I finally got an audition after months of not having anything. For some reason, it came out so awful. I was overacting, not focused, and dumbed down my performance. It's probably because I was so excited to be doing a self-tape that I self-sabatoged. I hate that as actors we…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

what's it like being a working actor?

so what's it like being a working actor? and no I don't mean, like, celebrities who "made it" in Hollywood and have millions of dollars and live a high-class life and attend the oscars and stuff... because let's be real, the odds of making it that big are quite slim. So, what's it like just being a working actor who is…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

What's the Irish equivalent of the UK casting directory Spotlight?

I'm Irish and I lived in the UK, I got Spotlight membership while there which is regarded as a necessary thing for UK agents to consider representing you. I also joined Equity, the UK union. I let my membership of both lapse last year since I now live in the Mediterranean and COVID stopped everything, and I can just re…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Auditions and casting in Europe

Hello all, Any Europe based actors in here? I am currently living in Italy and I was wondering how the acting scene is out here? As well as if you have any tips and tricks to find castings all throughout Europe? Any websites, groups, etc would all be appreciated!

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Actors: what was a non-theater related class you took that you feel helped you as an actor?

I hope this is an okay place to post this. But I’m curious. I’m going back to college in the summer and wanted to know if any actors had experiences with certain classes that they then applied to their acting? Non college course classes or just random skills/hobbies that helped are welcomed suggestions too!

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Coogan account

Parents of child actors- who do you suggest opening a Coogan account with? Is Actors FCU easy to work with? This will have to be done online, as we need to set it up ASAP. Thanks in advance!

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Film & Theatre Terms & Vocabulary for Actors.

Hey Friends! If anyone needs help learning some basics of Film /Theatre Terminology for Actors. Check out this helpful video. It's full of 40 Terms to start with, plus more fun, insight and help for Actors of All Levels. This way you don't feel lost in a theatre rehearsal or working on set. Hope it adds to your Day! [h…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

I'm not sure where I can do better in my setup

Hey there! I'm sure the words "aspiring voice actor" have been said on here a million times as are the some of the things I'll be talking about here. The only difference between those and this post (hopefully) is that I've already done research, applied it, and still don't know where I am going wrong. Not to say there'…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Casting Networks prices skyrocketed !?

La casting/ casting networks is increasing its price from $16.95 to $25.95 per month!? How’s The pandemic been treating you? Better yet, how’s your career going now that you are one year older? Lots of new reel footage? Unless your Tiffany Haddish, the answer is you probably didn’t book much during the pandemic. Now th…

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Not gonna lie, it's kind of hard to see 'actor audition tapes before they made it' and realize 99% of them are white and exceptionally attractive ppl

Kind of annoying.

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

Strong accent failure

So, I can imitate many accents, I am really good at it. However, I myself have an accent when I speak normally (latino) so doing the average American accent is the hardest for me. Like I said, other accent are fine, is just the typical American one I have a problem with. Could I still become a voice actress?

Reddit · 22 Feb 2021

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