Reddit · 9 Sep 2022
How do I pay taxes as an actor?
I have recently started getting paid for my acting, and I dont know how to set up a business or anything. Please help lol
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
Feel Like I Can't Make Any Progress - What Am I Doing Wrong?
I'm in my late twenties and have been in this industry for pretty much a decade in some way or another, but I feel like I've been doing it wrong this entire time and have made 0 progress. I'm based in NY, have my BFA from a prestigious college, have taken a million classes/workshops, have professional headshots/materia…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
Any tips for an international actor who's just starting out???
Basically, I'm an 18yr old girl, and I want to pursue acting. The problem is, I don't live in the US, or in a country where there's at least any theater where I could start out at. I used to be on lots of school productions, but since I just graduated, I can no longer do that. I've also tried attending acting classes,…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
Best way to connect with other Actors in Los Angeles
Been in LA for 2 years now and I still have barely connected with other actors out here. What’s the best way to connect with other actors, put myself out there more, and meet new people in LA?
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
As a minority, how hard is it honestly to make a career out of acting?
Do you find yourself having to work twice as hard? Do you get rejected because you don’t have the look they want? I really like the idea of being an actress, not necessarily to “make it” but to have a steady income from it would be a dream. I am a minority woman and hearing how competitive it is already makes me doubt…
Reddit · 8 Sep 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 · 8 Sep 2022
Can you recommend plays for three "actors" ?
We are 18 year olds, a girl and two boy. A drama would be nice, but we would love to hear about anything. The duration have to be around a 45min-1 hour, but we can make it shorter/longer so don't worry. Thank you in advanve guys, gals :)
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
[Hiring] Voiceover for YouTube videos
I run a virtual assistant agency that regularly develops content for clients. I am developing content packages that include articles, social media, and videos and I am interested in adding a voiceover actor to my agency. Our process is this: * We create the article * Our automated tool helps us generate a presentation…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
[HIRING] Female voice actor
Hello,I own a business that works through discord,and Im looking for someone to be voicechatting with people on discord(no cam,just talking),we would go 50-50 on the money I would be the one to get the customers,and u would be the one to talk to them.Hopefully u are from Europe aswell so timezones wont be a problem. Co…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
[TASK] Source and upload scripts and scenes for actors to Wordpress based website ($6 hour)
TASK: Find monologues and extracts from TV, Film, and Play scripts to be uploaded and categorized on my Wordpress based website. Full details: I'm developing a website for actors to be able to search and download monologues and scenes from plays, film, and TV. I'm looking for someone to assist with curating and uploadi…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
Question from a non actor
What's the best way to find non-union actors? Facebook group? Backstage? Personally I would prefer to build up a database of talent than selecting from a random group of people who applied to casting call promising a position immediately. What do you think?
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
Aspring Actress in Texas
Hi all. Ever since I was a kid \[I am a 21F\], I've wanted to act on screen but never did do theatre or anything like that through school. I actually forgot about it for awhile until summer of 2018. Even then, I was unable to take theatre my senior year. I come from a large city in Texas, there are absolutely no acting…
Reddit · 8 Sep 2022
How Much Do You Think Is Fair To Pay VO's who are playing Side Characters for a short film?
What do you think is the maximum you should pay voice actors for Smaller roles in a short film? What is your budget range?
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
How can i pursue becoming an actor realistically.
Here is my situation. I m 23. I work from 7am-12pm roughly. I make about 1000$ a week minus gas which is around 150. And it is 1099 which means i can write off taxes. So basically around 45k a year. There is not a job that pays as good as this one and as comfortable. God allows me to take care of my family of 5(includi…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Any actors in Los Angeles without a car?
If so is it easy to get around? Is it practical to live in Los Angeles without a car period? I don't go out too much. I have been to LA numerous to audition and have experienced how ridiculous uber prices can raise when the freeway gets busy. I realize auditions won't be everyday and some will be self tape. How do you…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Does it benefit an actor in any way to do production assistant work while acting at the same time?
I mainly do acting full-time but between the times that I’m not booking work or auditioning I’m always looking to help out so I’ll do extra work. When I was on set doing extra work I offered to help and after the project was finished I got a call to do PA work on the next SAG project. Will this help me or benefit me in…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Got Accepted Into An Agency But...
So, I got an email saying I was accepted to an agency I looked into! But I am skeptical of signing any paperwork just yet. Why? Well, when I initially researched talent agencies near me, I took a look at their website and it seemed very off putting...so I never signed up or submitted anything. Fast forward to two month…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
How do you nail TVCs?
Is there a secret to it or is it purely down to disposition? Seems like there are actors who naturally book TVC after TVC. Personally, I’ve never booked a TVC, but am regularly cast for narrative projects. I have another TVC audition tomorrow and was wondering if I’m wasting my time or if there are things that I could…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
question about shooting schedules
hey! finally landed a meaty role with a supporting character with many lines that appears through-out the script, where-as all my roles before were either smaller or it was a short enough short-film I could easily remember all my lines at once. but now i landed my first role with enough dialogue i will now have to be w…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Partner for Acting?
Hey everyone, I wanted to ask if there were any experienced actors or at least any actors more experienced than myself I can practice some Meisner technique with? I’ve been acting for several months and the feedback I generally get is that I’m pretty good, but it’s hard to keep that momentum without anyone to run lines…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Yesterday I booked an incredible recurring role (my 2nd) that includes international travel. My first recurring airs this week. I’m over the moon but feel can never share my big wins with many other actor friends without feeling like I’m boasting. Anonymo
Let me preface this by saying that I’m not here to inflate my ego; I am nowhere near the top of billing; in fact I’m closer to the bottom than the middle lol, but I am aware that I have covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time as a no-name actor and I’m proud of myself for that. So I just booked a recurring gu…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
Tired of Everyone
I want to be a Pediatric Nurse, Actress and Voice Actress, and possibly start a Small Business. People keep telling me I'm "trying to do too much." I don't know if I can take another "that's too much/you can't do all that" before I just quiet on everything.
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
How do you prepare for a tv role larger than a costar?
Hi. For actor’s who have worked on TV shows, how do you guys like to rehearse/prepare yourselves before shooting a role in a tv show larger than a costar? Have you ever had to rehearse on your own without any help? What do you usually do? Any pointers/tips? Thanks!
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
how to get recognize??
(this is my first ever posting on reddit, so my apologies if im not doing it right…) im a—beginning—actress at 15, and i can’t seem to find any REAL, AUTHENTIC, and LEGIT casting calls/auditions for beginners and whenever i do, they will always say i have good potential and ask for over $500!! i was merely close to pay…
Reddit · 7 Sep 2022
A question for actors who are also filmmakers
I know I can't expect random people on the internet to solve my indecisiveness for me but perhaps I can get some insights from someone with more experience. I did my Bachelor's in a field that turned out not to be my thing. Meanwhile I did a part-time course in filmmaking, and when it finished I also did a part-time ac…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
ADHD Actors- Any tips on apps to keep auditions/schedule organized?
I self-submit and lose track of things so easily, a regular calendar doesn’t seem to be enough to keep me on top of deadlines. Curious what apps/workflow/tips folks might have to help because she is OVERWHELMED and DISORGANIZED. ***NOT interested in debating ADHD / diagnosing***
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
Any anime tips?
Hey all! I’m hoping y’all can help me out. I’m an actor, and have decided to pursue my dream of voice acting for dubbed anime. Would any of y’all have any tips on what some good first steps would look like? Any good agencies or the like? I’m out in Dallas trying my absolute best but I’m not sure where to start.
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
Actors needed- my script is finished
A while ago I posted I wanted to direct a short film and a lot of people reached out. But the script wasn’t finished but now it is It’s a classic story about a boy & a girl but it’s not a romance. It comes from my strange and weird mind and I love it and would love to bring it to life. ACTORS NEEDED Lead Male is aged 1…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
What Medication Would Help with Long-Term or Photographic Memory That Would Help Actors Memorize Dozens of Lines?
Hey, I've heard somewhere that A-List Actors, or elite A-List Actors like DiCaprio, that they sometimes or often have prescriptions or over-the-counter medication given to them that was designed for conditions related to dementia, even though they don't have dementia. This medication gives you a boost in the area of th…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
The Danger Of THINKING In Acting
If I had to sum up the “secret” to creating Attention grabbing performances that make people forget their watching an actor and authentically builds the skill of being in the moment, it would be this ditty I was taught years ago... Only deal with MEANING. Which means how does it make you FEE? Very simple principle. Def…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2022
Finding Partners
Hi all, Im an aspiring writer/producer and I wanted to find some aspiring actors in my city who would be interested in creating ideas + filming them for YouTube. Any idea where I could look to network?
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
I live close to Budapest, I would like to be a background actor in Dune: Part 2, which is currently filmed in BP. How does it works?
I don't know how does it works, but I would really like to get into background acting, if anyone knows these things please leave a comment.
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
At what point is it worth paying for IMDb pro?
As an actor what are some notable advantages of paying for Pro rather than the free membership?
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
What do you think about getting a major in dramatic art?
hello everyone! so I'm a 19 years old guy. I love acting, though I've never done it outside high school plays, but being an actor has always been my dream, since forever. Thing is today I'm applicating for college and I'm between *Dramatic Art* and specializing in foreign languages (English & French). Thing is I don't…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
Hello,
Any actors in the state of Georgia who’d be interested in being in a horror fan film?
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
Anyone else live a "double life" as an actor?
I'm in my mid-20s and have been pursuing a professional acting career in Los Angeles for the past three years. I graduated from college with a "normal" degree and didn't tell my professors or classmates that I was only majoring in this field to make my parents happy and planned to pursue acting shortly after graduation…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
officially hit 150 tapes in past 18 months. god give me the fortitude to keep plowing forward
150 tapes over 65 CD offices. This is all strictly theatrical auditions for major tv / film via reps. No commercial / vo / student film / self submission stuff included. I work with a couple low level agents and a manager. - 29 CDs have given 2+ auditions - 16 CDs have given 3+ auditions - 12 CDs have given 4+ audition…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2022
What are y’all’s thoughts on Jennifer Connelly in “A Beautiful Mind”?
I personally thought she did an amazing job in this movie and she definitely deserved her Best Supporting Actress win, but I wanted to know what other other people think?
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Is this informative?
Good Morning Everyone, Recently, I started my acting career after thinking while also continuing my studying in my university towards a traditional degree. My university is from a smaller area, with respect to acting, and I thought it would be informative to share my knowledge, understanding, and experiences from the p…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
UK agencies for newbie actors?
I was wondering if anyone here about any agencies who cater to actors who are just starting out? A lot of the ones i've found seem to looking for experienced professionals.
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Can’t decide whether I should go to drama school or not
Last week I posted abt getting rejected from drama school,and ig this is kind of a follow up post. Ive been doing a bit better since then,and I’ve been thinking abt drama school and what I think abt going etc.I’ve always never been a 100% sure whether I want to go or not.Part of me does bc the idea of intensively learn…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Can I pursue ASMR(pg stuff only) and still pursue being a successful actress?
I would want my asmr stuff to be skits as well so it would tie into acting greatly but I am scared it may hurt my chances of booking something big. I’m not sure these days because everything is internet and social media based now and it’s encouraged to have multiple hobbies but let me know what you think.
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Dragon Ball Broly Voice Fandub
I am an aspiring voice actor and I just started my own voice work a couple months ago. I know I have a ways to go but these are my two Fandubs of Broly from Dragon Ball: [https://youtu.be/s\_zQV5dJq4o](https://youtu.be/s_zQV5dJq4o) [https://youtu.be/qt-sJDiDyvE](https://youtu.be/qt-sJDiDyvE) ​ Please give me fee…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Acting as a hobby
Can someone please recommend reputed online coaches or classes to learn acting? I only plan to do it as a hobby and not looking to become a professional actress. I am however interested in seriously pursuing acting as a skill. I would love to explore if I have the ability to act. Also don’t want to keep it limited to a…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Uncredited IMDB
Is it worth it putting your featured bg work on imdb if you are uncredited? Even if your character had a name for that role? I see a lot of people do it and even some famous actors like Scott Wolf as well! What are your thoughts on it?
Reddit · 4 Sep 2022
Actors Access Material
Should I put my co-star role even if it’s just 7 seconds long? All my other materials are just self tapes and have been getting me a good number of auditions.
Reddit · 3 Sep 2022
Is actors connection legit?
I know I can’t go in expecting to sign with an agent or be cast by a casting director, but I want to know that it’s not a scam. Will I actually get to perform a scene for who they say or are they just going to steal my $40?
Reddit · 3 Sep 2022
How many actors are there in the US?
Just curious what people think the total number is. Including Union/non-union and aspiring, early career to established. SAG/AFTRA membership is “approximately 160000” Equity membership is 51,000 Maybe a good criteria is people who are auditioning or intend to start auditioning soon. What do people think? Do the unions…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2022
Is this a good sign? What does this mean
On Monday I auditioned for a TV show on HBO Max. It was a small Co Star Role. A few days later the same casting director for that show requested for me to audition for another project. My manager sent me the audition from the casting director and they told me that casting was going to send me the sides. For the project…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2022
interested in both acting and business at the same time
hi, i’m a teenager who wants to get into the film industry (preferably as an actor) but currently i am in a high school strand where i’m taking up accounting and business. do you guys have any tips for me to make the best of both worlds come together?