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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Looking for a camera to film vlogs/self-tapes/short films. Which one is best to buy?

I want to make a career investment and buy a nice video camera. I write and create my own content, and want my work to be higher quality than what I get with my IPhone 6S, as I will be moving to LA within the next couple years and need footage. I am looking for quality over cheap price - so I’m willing to save up and p…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Questions about the automation of VO

I've been looking into voice-over acting (specifically audiobook recording). I work in media and a part of my job is hosting a animated show. I think VO work might be a great compliment. But then I see deepfake audio stuff like this: [https://www.theverge.com/2019/5/17/18629024/joe-rogan-ai-fake-voice-clone-deepfake-de…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Agent website says "Submission by industry referral only."

I recently became SAG eligible and I'm looking for an agent in my city. This one looks really good but their contact page says "Submission by industry referral only." I believe this means I need a referral from someone in the industry. I know a few actors with lots of credits, but they're not represented by the same ag…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Best time to move to LA?

Hi all, I'm an actor in Northern California and was curious to see what your thoughts are on my situation as far as when to move to LA. As far as experience goes: - I've been in an ongoing scene study class for about a year and a half. - I've been with an agent for a little over half a year in this market and audition…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Feeling like you’re behind the 8 ball in your career.

Audrey Helps Actors episode 12: Momentum, most recent season. Posted May 27, 2019. One of the better episodes I’ve heard recently. Talks about feeling behind your peers and how important life experiences really are. That even starting later in life could actually have you ahead of your peers who have been acting for ye…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2019

Acting alone in a room full of people (ADVICE)

Hey everyone, first time poster here so making a little bit of history for myself. Tomorrow I'm going to be on my first film set as an actor, and I've ended up being cast as the male lead in the film. It's a student short film, about 10 minutes long. I've learned my lines but no rehearsals were held for some reason and…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2019

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jun 6

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 · 6 Jun 2019

Acting workshops for foreigners in LA?

Hi guys, I'm an actress and filmmaker from the EU. Due to visa regulations, I can't legally stay in the US for longer than 3 months or work there. But, since L.A. is where the industry is, I would love to go for a while and take acting classes or workshops. I've found MANY. Not all of them seem legit. Maybe some of you…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2019

How big of a role is needed to have a praise worthy performance?

I was usually cast as bit parts in my drama days. While I would do my best in these parts, I realized that even if I was the best guard #2 in the world, (as oppose to a mediocre one), few would notice or care. As I gained a few lines here and there over the years, I have often wondered this question. How much of a chan…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2019

Present for my husband, help!

My husband is an actor and loves it, it’s definitely his passion. His birthday is next month and I’d love to get him something acting-wise. Is there a book or anything that you found helpful? Or really anything! Thanks!

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

3 months in NYC, studios/classes you can recommend?

I am currently a San Francisco/Bay Area based actor (a little over a year of representation and some short film credits) and have an opportunity to live in NYC (rent-free!) for 3 months this coming late Summer-early Fall. Other than just getting to experience life in NYC, I've been trying explore options to study actin…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

Where do you go for auditions?

Little back story, I graduated from a 6 month course at John Casablanca’s. It taught me lots and gave me a lot of confidence performing in front of people. I was recommended by JC at the end of the course to sign with this MTM agency. That fell through and I never signed any contract with them because they were poorly…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

I Want To Be An Actor But I'm Skinny

Hello, Reddit! I'm 17 years old. I'm just beginning to learn acting and I want to be a great actor, not because of money and fame, but because I want to inspire people and make them feel what a movie should be all about. But there's a little bit of problem... I'm skinny. Will it be a problem to skinny people who passio…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

Can American actors get big in other countries?

I know my goal should be trying to make it in my own country, but I want to try to make it in movies in other countries as well. Part of it is me wanting to see the world and part of it is me loving foreign culture and cinema. I love to watch movies from countries like Korea, Japan, Germany, China, India, and Norway ju…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

Do I need to join an actor's union as a teenager?

I am 15 years old, and quite experienced for my age (supporting character in Netflix original, guest role on a show with a very well known cast, both of these series are yet to be released). I've heard a bit about the importance of joining acting unions, in Australia (where I'm based) it's called actors equity I think.…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

[REQUEST] College Assignment Help

Hey guys, I'm a Music Tech student tasked with recreating a scene from a chosen piece of media. I am to take a clip, remove the audio from said clip and then produce and record my own by any means whether that be recording instruments or Foley art mainly. I have chosen a scene from the game "The Last Of Us" and am hopi…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2019

Podcast with Mel Hutchison - The Walking Dead's Clementine

I just had Melissa Hutchison on my podcast to talk about her voice acting career, the impact of her role as Clementine, fans' emotional response to The Walking Dead, and the experience of the final season with Telltale Games' sudden closure last year. Check it out, she is awesome :) [https://puttin-in-work-with-jono-pe…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2019

i wanted to be an actor because i wanted to spend my life doing something i love, yet all i do is spend the vast majority of my time doing things I absolutely hate, just to survive

if the industry doesnt make an actual effort to find talent that ISN"T of the wealthy class, then art will suffer, plain and simple. i get that this industry isn't "fair", and that life via capitalism is a fucking nightmare for everyone not born rich, but god damn, to not even have the chance to PARTICIPATE because eve…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2019

People just getting into acting

Or thinking about it...listen to the podcast Audrey Helps Actors. Been lurking here awhile and I see a lot of the same questions almost every single day. Or people coming here for monologue ideas and all that...was listening to an episode yesterday that stresses the fact that getting used to doing your own research sho…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2019

Director looking for feedback - Meisner trained actors

TL;DR: I made a short using Meisner techniques, what are your thoughts on the performances? (or other aspects) ​ Hey! So I'm a director who came out of film school a couple of years ago knowing next to nothing about acting, but knowing that it was a vital part of the craft. In trying to learn how to direct actor…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2019

Am Dram advice?

Hi everyone! Just needed a bit of advice. My name is Mairead. I'm a trained actress who left London about 2 years ago for personal reasons. I've only got back to my passion in the last 18months or so and I want to make a proper go at it. Next month I'll be performing in Bedroom Farce by Alan Aykebourn with a local Amat…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2019

Help finding a cartoon voice actor?

Hello there, I've been having a very doffocult time finding a male character/cartoon voice actor for a very tiny animation I'm working on. There's plenty of voice actors, and I've been on various forums, Fiverr, Newgrounds etc. But with little to no luck-- lots of talented people that's for sure! But for some reason it…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2019

I need help evoking genuine sadness in my acting

So I'm playing a king in a theatre play. I think I'm a bit of a method actor because I can evoke anger and hapiness and a little fear as well using my own experiences. I just think of one guy that's funny, or one irritating person or event and immediately I feel the anger/happiness/whatever. With sadness it is harder.…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2019

Who else loves Tara Strong?

I only discovered who she was a few months ago and I still can't believe how many voices she can do, and how many times I've actually already heard her voice! Does anyone else have a favorite voice actor they would recommend checking out?

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2019

What to do in meetings with managers/agents?

I'm at the point in my acting journey where I've stacked quite a few indie short credits, have been on a web series, and am producing my own content as well. I have a reel and I feel confident in myself as an actor, but I still make sure to take classes regularly.....so now I'm doing those P2P at Actors Connection and…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2019

The childrens hour audition

In a while i will be auditioning for "The childrens hour" for those of you who dont know there is only one major male part in that play. The director already knows and likes me but im not sure if he sees me as a viable dramatic actor (as i usually stick to comedic roles.) What are some ways to make sure I stand out at…

Backstage

Backstage · 2 Jun 2019

Film/Television Agent

Hello! Struggling a little with finding an agent. Many want a referral, and the several I have emailed have not responded. I have a commercial agent, and have done several commercials, but want to transition to what I’ve trained so hard for. Are follow up appropriate for the agents I’ve...

Backstage

Backstage · 2 Jun 2019

Voiceover agents

Hi everyone I wanted to know if anyone has sent out any of their voiceover demos to agents via email or submissions and gotten response? I was looking to send my voiceover demo to some VO agents such as CESD. would love to hear some thoughts and any advice!

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Reddit · 2 Jun 2019

LA to NYC

Hi All! I've been in LA for about three and a half years now and am finally accepting it isn't where I really want to be. I'm really happy and proud of the training I've done here, how I've evolved as a person, and how I've deepened (word?) as an artist - but after a visit to NYC it became blatantly clear that I've bee…

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Reddit · 2 Jun 2019

What kind of samples would be reccomended for a voice123 portfolio

I am trying to get started on my dream of being a voice actor, but I have run into a problem. I have no earthly idea what to record to advertise my voice and my anxiety makes me feel ridiculously stupid anytime I record anything. What types pf recordings are people supposed to put on their profile and any reccomendatio…

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Reddit · 1 Jun 2019

A question for actors with agents

Hello actors! I recently (three days ago) had an audition with an agency (BMG talent) and I thought it went really well. It seemed to me that the agent was teasing a three year contract. I’m based in Chicago. I am wondering how long I should expect to wait before I hear back from them. How long did it take for you to h…

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Reddit · 31 May 2019

I'm afraid of being an older actor help

Guys, I'm just now getting comfortable with the idea of what I have to do to put together a career. I'll be 40 in 2 years...then trying for 10 years maybe?.. I literally can't see myself do anything else (I tried) but I don't even know how to survive let alone have enough money for auditions.. How does anyone survive l…

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Reddit · 31 May 2019

Should I Take This Role?

So I few days ago, I saw a post on Reddit looking for actors to do an unpaid vlog style series. It's kinda like Lonley Girl15 if any of you guys remember that. Well I got a part and was excited, but then I started thinking about my future as an actor and it got me thinking if I should take it or not. Like could this ge…

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Reddit · 31 May 2019

scene study help

Hoping someone can help. Looking for a scene for two actors involving PTSD and the military. Thanks for any suggestions.

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Reddit · 31 May 2019

I decided to create a short film by myself and with only a smarthpone.

Hi guys, I am an actor. Recently I made a short film using only my smartphone, a cheap mic and one light. Let me know what you think. This post is just a motivation that sometimes we can create our own work and never stop develop our skills. Thanks.Here is the link:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QI4NFB6kNT4](https://…

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Reddit · 31 May 2019

Hello Stage actors!

I was recently invited to audition for a local company that hosts a 'rep' season every summer, and have been cast. Today is the end of the first week of rehearsals so for the first time since leaving Drama School, where we were taught in the old English Rep. system, I'm actually 'in Rep.'! Two roles in 2 different show…

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Reddit · 30 May 2019

For an actor to play a convincing role, must their character reflect something within their own psyche? For example, for Heath Ledger to play a great Joker, did he have to have sociopathic tendencies deep within his psyche?

For an actor to convincingly play a role and generate raw emotions, it must resonate with something within his own psyche, right? I'm not saying that "LEDGER IS A SOCIOPATH". But the human unconscious mind is so vast, complex, mysterious, and deep. For him to play Joker as well as he did, do you think it reflects a dee…

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Reddit · 30 May 2019

Need some input

I'm going to spend some time making a site for voice actors to find jobs and connect with others, what is something you would love to see implemented in an online voice-over site that other sites like Voices.com or Voices123 just dont quite have?