Reddit · 7 May 2019
Wanting to become a voice actor.
My family keeps telling me that its unrealistic to be a voice actor but it's my dream to become one. I'm graduating out of high school in a few weeks and would love some advice on where to start.
Reddit · 7 May 2019
What is the purpose of asking about type?
I see posts all the time of actors uploading their headshot for feedback, which I understand, but also ask for opinion on their type, which I don't understand. Maybe I'm missing something, but I think that this type of feedback would do more to limit you than benefit you. Meaning, if you get the feedback that your type…
Reddit · 7 May 2019
Leap or not to leap, apathy is the question.
So presonal/real talk for a sec: I am beyond miserable at my current job. As most people here, my dream is to be a successful actor. From the moment I wake up to the moment I fall asleep thats all I want to do: Act, Direct, Produce ( I cant write lol). I cant just act to release some creative energy. I want more, im su…
Reddit · 7 May 2019
Yale summer conservatory or Stella Adler?
I got into Yale's summer conservatory and I have an interview set up for Stella Adler's summer program too that I feel pretty good about. Which one would guys advise? I really want to grow even more as an actor and want the best training possible and I am not sure which of the two is better. I am huge fan of many actor…
Reddit · 7 May 2019
Feedback please - 1st Script Reading
​ ​ https://i.redd.it/oul638xwpuw21.jpg ​ Hi ! I'm an actress living in Philly. Just wrote this script in the parking lot after work one day and decided to do an impromptu reading. Let me know what you think of the story line, the acting, the lighting, angle, etc. I wanted to reshoot it to make it…
Reddit · 7 May 2019
Female voice over.
We are making this advertisement for a coffee roasting company and we will pay a female voice actress to say, “You’re right. This is the best coffee!” We’ll pay you $20 in PayPal since this is a small part and you will be credited as well. It will be in YouTube. Contact me at devinmillarmusic@gmail.com if you’re intere…
Reddit · 7 May 2019
Putting yourself on Tape & Acting: Requires Hitting another character
For a kiss-scene I take in the moment and go on with the scene. But violent hitting? Any suggestions on how to do this? I have to go into a violent outburst (like from calm level 1 to 10) in a heartbeat and screaming and curious if you knew of any videos on how to do this. Obviously not attack casting/ha ha ha but seri…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
how do you even BECOME a big fish in a small pond
i have very little theatrical experience. but i know that acting is what i’ve wanted to do my whole life, i’ve just been pushing it off for art since i’m very shy. people tell me all the time about how good of an actress i would be. i get told by everyone in the theater department at my school that im pretty, i have a…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
Hand eye coordination as an actor
How important is it? My hand eye coordination isn’t great. I suck at sports, have bad handwriting, etc but it hasn’t hampered me from practically any role I’ve done yet. Yet, somebody on this sub said I probably won’t become a professional until I improve my hand eye coordination. The convo came up because I told them…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
Getting into acting at almost 24?
As a kid, my dream was to become an actor (cliche, right). Anyway, I never told my parents or anyone though because I was afraid they'd say that it was dumb or make fun of me for that being my dream. I had planned to take drama during middle school, but the middle school I ended up going didn't offer drama. So I though…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
I'd like to start a voice acting youtube channel but I'm not sure where to begin
As the title says, I'd like to start a voice acting youtube channel. I'm just a hobbyist, I don't intend to become a professional, so this would just be for fun and to motivate me to get more practice in. I'm just not sure what sort of content to include on it. I would like to do some comic dubs, or voice my own animat…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
Is it hard for "Indigenous Americas" actors to find jobs?
From my limited experience with Hollywood movies and TV (I'm not from the US), whenever there's a Native (American, Canadian, etc.) actor, they are almost guaranteed to play a Native and to have something to do with Native culture: tribes, dances around a fire, rituals, myths, etc. It's not like a white, black or Asian…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
Moving to LA and Advice for a Beginner
Hi all! As my title says, I will be moving to LA this August to start my MA in Public Relations at USC with a focus in the entertainment industry. This field is my career passion, but a side dream of mine has always been to be an actress. I only had the chance to start acting in high school, where I acted in my school’…
Reddit · 6 May 2019
Importance of posture
I just saw my performance on a feature film I worked on last summer. This was very special because I was the Music supervisor & on set watching this A lister act. The actor that was working with him in the scene couldn’t speak English well & the star got pissed, so the director asked me to do it. No lines, no rehearsal…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
how old were you when you first got into voice acting? How did you get your first audition?
Hello friends! So I hate to add to the whole pile of "where do I start" questions, but I'm really just desperate for advice. As a 22 year old female, currently in college for wildlife (I'm also very passionate about wildlife conservation, though completely unrelated to voice acting), I worry I may have waited too long…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
My first audition. Would this monologue be appropriate?
Hello, so soon, in about a week, i've got an audition. It's something i've always been curious about and wanted to try. I saw the ad on Facebook for CGTV, i think it's sponsored by Disney. The age limit is 26. I'm 21. They also sent a list of commercials for us to read for the part. It's not for a specific part, it's k…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
Seeking voice actors
Hello, I am making an animation youtube series about the SCP Foundation. If you know some lore or have heard of the Foundation before please DM me. I will give you a list of available roles. You dont have to have much experience in voice acting, just know the basics.
Reddit · 5 May 2019
What's actually SAG-AFTRA ?
So I'm from Europe and in one year I'll be living in USA. So if I get a SAG card does it help me to get roles easier? Am I represented by an agent that works on sag-aftra ? If I don't get a card or if I don't want a membership will casting directors see first actors that have a SAG card ? Can you also write me (if you…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
Anyone here a Latino American female actress who doesn’t speak Spanish? What has been your experience in the industry? Do you feel more roles are being casted nowadays where they don’t ask you to use a broken accent and play stereotypes like hookers, maid
Because everything I read is negative . Remezca magazine and Latina magazine and other articles have featured interviews by America Ferrera, Eva Longoria, Jimmy Smit and other minorities who are American before all else and don’t speak the language of their grandparents etc. anyhow they all say it’s super hard to get c…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
Is it possible to capitalize on looking like a famous actor?
I constantly get people telling me I look like a famous actor. Not only do I physically look like him and am the same height, but I’m told I have certain intangible qualities about my body language and demeanor that are similar to his. Maybe this is a silly question, but is there a way to capitalize on this? Whether as…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
Using JCPenney Portraits for Headshots?
I'm a college student who is on a really tight budget right now, but I want to participate in a local cattle call that's coming up. I only have a couple of school production credits and a student short film credit. Knowing my budget and experience, is it still acceptable to use JCPenney Portraits to use as my headshots…
Reddit · 5 May 2019
Could I use a YouTube prank video I was in as part of my reel?
I was hired as an actor to get pranked by some dudes acting all crazy in an elevator and then have them reveal it was a prank. I think I did a great job acting scared and the comments on the video even mention a lot how scared I looked, they better have paid me out well, I seemed terrified, etc. Do you think I could ad…
Reddit · 4 May 2019
Searching for an Agent/Agencies
Do I have what it takes to be an actor ? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZwe4oKNcfk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZwe4oKNcfk)
Reddit · 4 May 2019
Best summer acting programs? (LA, NYC etc)
Hi everyone I’m an 18 year old student who’s interested in acting for film/tv. I wanted to take part in a intensive acting program to strengthen my acting skills and really begin my journey as someone who is interested in acting to become a well-trained actor. Do you guys have any recommendations on studios and summer…
Reddit · 4 May 2019
I need some advice from you guys
So let me set the scene here: I’m a 14 year old European kid and I’ve always wanted to become a doctor, for the soul purpose of helping people. Also bare in mind that I have been raised by two upper middle class parents and that I can do almost anything academic with my life at this point. So last weekend I went to see…
Reddit · 4 May 2019
Need to act alone a movie/tv scene with 2-3 characters in it. Advice for scene and how to pull it off?
So I will audition for an acting school and for the first day we need to prepare a 2-minute-long scene from film or series where we act all the characters alone. It’s okay to modify the scene a bit to make it fit the time frame and purpose. Has anyone acted a scene this way, any advice? And could you suggest good scene…
Reddit · 4 May 2019
Why do actors sometimes not look at their fellow actors when acting?
I have been acting since 6th grade (Freshman in College now) but I never got an answer as to why some actors do this. When I look it up on Google, I can't seem to find an answer. My assumption was so they don't laugh maybe? Because I know it's a bit difficult to not laugh looking at each other for some people. Other th…
Reddit · 4 May 2019
Could a successful 80's film actor live comfortably off just the SAG residuals?
I'm curious - so you have a successful 1980's film actor (for example a brat pack member, though all of those folks went on to do at least some stuff afterwards), who only had film success in the 1980's - say 10 successful films that are still shown on TV etc - would their residual checks keep them in millionaire statu…
Reddit · 3 May 2019
[PAID] Looking for sarcastic BBC news style voice. 6 words.
If this violates any rules please let me know. I'm looking for a voice over for a small "machinima" clip (cinema based on gaming footage). This is non-commercial - I'm just working on the next step in creating cinematics with a little bit of dialogue. Two sentences and 6 words total. I'm not sure what the rate is for v…
Reddit · 3 May 2019
Hey LA Actors! what do you know about Avant Artists
I met with them this week and they seemed cool and said they want to sign me but I can't find a lot about them online. Anyone have any inside info on them?
Reddit · 3 May 2019
Looking for a German speaking voice actor for a short explainer video (2 min)
Hi everyone, I am looking for a voice actor that will do the German voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. Please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole production of the 2 min video. Unfortunately we are quite tight on schedule and we will need it beginning of next week. Thanks
Reddit · 3 May 2019
[PAID] German Voice Over for Short Explainer Video (1 min)
Hi everyone, I am looking for a voice actor that will do the German voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. Please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole production of the 2 min video. Unfortunately we are quite tight on schedule and we will need it beginning of next week. Thanks
Reddit · 3 May 2019
My biggest problem with acting...how do you ignore The Camera?
So I think I have the ability to reach those depths of emotion needed to be an actor. However, the problem I have is being too conscious of the camera. Even a live audience does not throw me off as much as that big black hole, the camera, following me everywhere. I can't train my eyes to make it invisible. It's like a…
Reddit · 3 May 2019
SAG Eligibility - What Union Vouchers Count?
Hi all! I'm currently a non-SAG actor, and I just finished background work on a feature film & a TV show in NY - I was hired as Union background for both, and was booked for 1 day in the film and 1 day in the show. Of course, I got a Union Voucher for each day on set (2 total). ​ I also received another Union Vo…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
New to acting
I've been going for auditions for a while now but the few times I've been picked I couldn't accept the role for certain reasons so I've never actually been In a film set or film before. I've realized quite a few things about my acting ability during these auditions. For me the major obstacle is how stiff I am movement…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - May 2
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 · 2 May 2019
How much should I charge per line?
I'm voicing a character in an animation. It started out as a one-time thing that I was doing just for fun, but now that the creator set up a Patreon, she is paying the actors, and the animation has become a series. I've never done voice work before, and I have no idea what to charge. She says the other actors are charg…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
Looking for a voice actor for an explainer video (2 min) on short notice
Hi everyone, ​ I hope this place is the right one. If not, please let me know. I am looking for a voice actor that will do the voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. ​ Is this the right place to ask for offers (via PM)? If so, please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
How does one grow as a person when you have a full time job?
Hello, I'm an older actor who is trying to get ready for URTA. My thing is I'm in a place where I work 6 days a week (which is great since I didnt have a job at all reliable before)and I'm usually exhausted after work. How do I get the life experience I need to fuel my workand get monologues ready? Thanks
Reddit · 2 May 2019
A question on Demo Reels
Ok, so this may be an incredibly "newbie" question. I had no problem finding the lines for my demo reel, but the issue is, how do I go about finding the contexts for the lines? I can put an inflection to my lines but I need to find the right context so I can do the PROPER inflection with my own voice, not mimicking the…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
Any LA peeps wanna catch up for coffee or something with an Australian actor/YouTuber?
Hope everyone's well! ​ I work full time in online video (YouTube). I create my own content and help with other people's content - I act, write, and direct as well. Here in Australia, I've been working on quite a few short films recently, some have been nominated for awards & others have won awards. I'm working…
Reddit · 2 May 2019
Best acting "manual" to read to work with British actors?
I'm working towards directing some short films and I want to increase my vocabulary for communicating with actors as much as possible. The UK's much less Method oriented than the US, so I was thinking that maybe Meisner's book would be the best one to read? And/or The Actor And The Target?
Reddit · 2 May 2019
A thought for you guys! If you've decided to move to LA to be an actor, the best thing you can do before you go is read a few books about the BUSINESS of acting so that you're prepared for the most important part of getting started, which is knowing how t
You can be the most talented actor on the planet but if you don't know how you should handle getting a commercial agent / making a reel / coming across as a professional in your communications your road is going to be harder than it has to be! Just want to help!
Reddit · 1 May 2019
I need your help guys :)
Hello! I need an advice of some sort. I got accepted to study acting in the UK and they want my audition tape... I need to record a scene from a movie or tv series. That's where the complications come in. I'm disabled, as in Dr. House level of disability. I use a cane usually because of the pain management problems, in…
Reddit · 1 May 2019
What do you want/need in an acting class/bootcamp
I work at an acting coaching studio and we are currently putting together an acting bootcamp. Our thoughts were to hold a session once a week for six weeks and eventually bring in casting directors for at least two of the sessions at the end. Max class size of 12. We want to focus on not just the acting, but also on in…
Reddit · 1 May 2019
You are here podcast (Film & Acting Podcast)
Hello everyone, new to this community and reddit looking to introduce you guys to a podcast that focuses on film and acting that these guys has been doing the past few months. The podcast is called the "You are here podcast" by Mike Nowicki (Filmmaker) and Dave Volino (Actor). The focus is inspiring upcoming actors and…
Reddit · 1 May 2019
Would I be in the wrong for asking for a new set of headshots that were originally done for free, but totally half-assed?
So in case anyone is unaware, sometimes it happens that an indie production offering no pay for background actors will offer free headshots done by one of the usually many photographers on set. So I get cast as background for a production offering this very thing. Myself and a few other background actors are inquiring…
Reddit · 1 May 2019
LA actors
How did you guys find your talent agent? Do I need to book on my own before I contact agencies for my resume? I currently only have theatre wor,k no film.
Reddit · 1 May 2019
I’m realising to grow as an actor I must grow in myself first.
I’m realising more and more how the defence mechanisms my ego has created to protect me, are leading me far away from true honesty and vulnerability. I’ve always been a perfectionist in some area’s of my life, mainly area’s I care deeply for- On set the other day I wasn’t able to reach a point emotionally that I wanted…
Reddit · 1 May 2019
How to know when to start looking for agents?
I know a lot of actors are approached by agents. I've worked on maybe 15 films and I feel like I have a lot of experience, how do I know when I cross the threshold and I should start looking for an agent?