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What does an Actor do After the Audition ? by Alicia McClendon • last post Aug 16th
For me, I do different things.
Needing a reader - General American by itchyrice-cake • last post Aug 16th
Hi! im a male 32 yr old actor looking for a scene partner over zoom - im based in Brisbane! Bonus points if you can do American Accent! Thank you!!!
[Paid] Looking for two Voice Actors for a game cinematic by GameDevAdvisor • last post Aug 16th
Hey there, *(this is a repost as reddit's AI decided to filter it the first time we posted after a few hours)* we're a tiny indie team, currently finishing a cinematic for a game, set in a sci-fi setting, featuring 3 characters - male, female and a digital ship intelligence. We're looking for 2 roles here, male and female in their 20s or 30s. One of the candidates will have the range to also voice the ship assistant (neutral but not robotic, classic synthetic voice after post-processing). * [Here are the characters in motion with mocap (WIP)](https://sz-portfolio.my.canva.site/va-audition) The female is the lieutenant of the ship; brave, determined but also warm and caring as they have known each other for over a decade. The male assumes the captain role; steadfast, bold and a born leader but not quite himself in this cinematic. He does not have a very deep voice, as some submissions so far have assumed, just because he is a captain. Let the visuals of his character in motion inspire you to find a tone and cadence, as we want to hear your personal take. Neither has any strong accent. The lieutenant (female) is at approximately 150 words whereas the captain (male) is at 250-300 words as he's also speaking outside the cinematic in the gameplay part of the intro. The dialogue between the two starts off mild and gets a bit heated, albeit without shouting. For the recording sessions, you'll get the script (with tone annotations) and the cinematic (still WIP at that time) to work with. I'm very happy to closely work with you and help you shape the voice. Price-wise, we are looking at baseline $30 for the female and $60 for the male with the additional increase for whoever will speak the ship intelligence lines. Likely PayPal as we are in the EU but open to other feasible options, we'll find a solution. Should we see a good fit, we're definitely interested in discussing long-term collaboration for those two lead roles as the project is already set to continue all throughout the next year. If you're interested, please submit your audition [**here**](https://tally.so/r/b5R1D0) with a soft deadline until the 25th of August. (If you can see this text, it's still ongoing and I'll update it once we've filled the role). The script will be revealed to you when you select your role on the form. Not sure how necessary these disclaimers are but obviously no AI, your voice will not be used to anything AI at all, only for this cinematic (+gameplay for male) and nothing more. The audition lines are not "real" in the sense that they are not in the cinematic or anywhere else and were specifically drafted for this audition. We're not corpos. Also nothing even remotely nsfw, romantic or weird. If you have already sent a submission, you do not need to do it again, we received all your submissions and listened to all of them so far and really appreciate all the voices we heard. Happy to clear things up if there are questions. I'm looking forward to hearing your voices! Thank you ?
Hey everyone , pro voice actor here by g4brielm0t4 • last post Aug 16th
My best advice for voice acting is let go of being comfortable lol there’s nothing complacent about voice acting you must abandon your comfort zone try as many voices as you can a good easy way to start is find characters whose voice tone is similar to yours and start mastering characters like that for exactly if your voice is naturally deeper then search for deep voice characters to practice as a kind of safe space but don’t get comfortable there push to see either how high or how deep your voice can go take what you already have and master it then tweak it to do different types of voices I also am willing to answer any questions you may have or specific areas you want advice in put them in the comments and I’ll answer them best I can
What training would you recommend to an experienced director who wants to understand your craft better? by HeronPuzzleheaded858 • last post Aug 16th
Hi! I’m a European-based film director, currently in NYC, looking for ways to deepen and expand my work with actors. I’ve directed several shorts and debut feature film that received international recognition. Much of my work so far has involved casting outside the professional acting world, particularly children, older people, and first-time performers. Working with a non-professional trained cast has been incredibly rewarding and has resulted in some remarkable performances. At this point in my career, though, I’d like to expand the tools I have when working with professionally trained actors and deepen my understanding of the acting process. I’m interested in high-level training, whether acting classes, scene study, intensive workshops, or programs specifically designed for directors. I’m also very open to taking acting classes myself. I had some exposure to Meisner during film school and I’m looking for something that can genuinely challenge and expand my existing practice. I’d love to hear what you think could be most valuable at this stage of my practice ❤️ Thank you!
Australian actor looking for advice on getting into film/Marvel casting by Rikashade91 • last post Aug 16th
**I’m an aspiring Australian actor trying to find a legitimate way to get in touch with someone involved in Marvel casting. Does anyone here work at Marvel/Disney or know someone in the casting industry I could speak to?**
Chicago actor by tedsmom11 • last post Aug 16th
Hey folks! Worked professionally for years here in Chicago, since coming back to the scene I’ve had no luck. Losing steam on the hustle. Want some advice on getting a meeting with an agent! My headshots are great, resume seems ok, don’t know what to do! Currently in a class. Don’t want to give up on my journey
Acting scene in Texas for a newer actor by DrivenToSuccess-01 • last post Aug 16th
How's the acting scene in Texas, especially in Austin? I want to become a great actor and have been taking classes for 5 years, but I think I might have to go to Texas for a bit. I know LA and NYC have the most productions but with the whole tax incentives, will Texas become a major market soon? Also, I wonder if I should live in Texas and pursue acting from there, and then move to LA/NYC later. Any thoughts?
Hi I do marital arts but want to know if there is anything in particular I should train in for on set choreography by Rorscach_33 • last post Aug 16th
I've trained in Martial arts since I was 7 or 8 years old and have been doing so for a while. While I want to be versatile I do notice actors like Jackie Chan or Jet Li has trained in some form of Wushu or performance based Martial art. I train in a variety of stuff and wouldn't lie and say I'm a pro fighter or anything but I have the skills. However, I am curious if in particular there is something I should learn if I plan to get big into that kind of genre or scene (obviously I want to do more than be a action man but I do feel my skill set should have some use on screen)
Hear me out. Sarah Snook x Sadie Sink in a movie together on time travel and multiple selves.. by SuccessfullyAsleep • last post Aug 16th
I think they’re both amazingly talented actresses who are SO versatile in the roles they take up. I think I will faint with joy if they ever announced a project together. Oh well, a girl can dream!
It's been 2 weeks trying to find work as a Los Angeles background actor and no luck. What am I missing? by Single_Lettuce_7670 • last post Aug 16th
To anyone who has gotten a background acting gig in Los Angeles. I'm starting out, had a friend take pictures of me with their professional camera in front of a whiteish background. Do I really need stuff like a video of my acting or to include my social media or a comment under the roles I apply for to get accepted? What am I missing? I'm 18 mostly applying for 16-25 year old gigs.
Catering by Less_Print_2075 • last post Aug 16th
Hey guys, I was wondering if you have any recommendations for what to serve for food? I'm trying to plan a short film and was wondering are there any particular drinks or snacks that would be a good idea to have on hand? I just saw pizza being mentioned on another board as a bad idea as it makes actors and crew feel sluggish. Any type of meals you like to see, that keep your energy going?
[$350 PFH / PAID] Voice Actor Narrator Needed: Gritty Dark Sci-Fi / Body Horror Novella (Lean, Slow-Burn, Heavy Psychological Trauma) by TheProject_Echo • last post Aug 16th
⚠️ STRICT CONTENT & AUDIO WARNING — PLEASE READ EVERY WORD: This is definitely not a PG-13 story. This is a zero-compromise psychological thriller and body horror project dealing with unblinking, raw, and disturbing themes—including severe physical trauma, psychological dissociation, and toxic, abusive human actions. No Moralizing or Selective Squeamishness: This story does not sugarcoat, excuse, or glorify its characters' actions. If you are comfortable with dark sci-fi violence, but draw the line when human cruelty and psychological violation get too real, do not message me. You must narrate the script exactly as written without flinching, judging, or attempting to moralize the material. Performance Style (No Robotic / Monotone Readers): Looking for a dynamic, living performance—not a stiff, flat audiobook voice. You must naturally shift tones, carry heavy emotional weight, and capture the sharp, volatile intensity of the scenes. Casting Requirement: Looking for a young female voice actor narrator with a native American accent. (Please do not apply if your natural accent or performance style does not match this requirement). Zero Tolerance for Wasted Time: If dark, visceral content makes you hesitate or back out later, save us both time and do not message me. A Collaborative Process & Check-Ins: This is an active partnership. If hired, you are expected to maintain clear communication and send sample audio clips for review at agreed-upon milestones rather than ghosting. Pristine Audio Required: This is a professional audiobook narration job at $350 PFH. Absolute zero background noise, mouth clicks, heavy breathing, or room reverb. If your home studio isn't broadcast-clean, do not apply. Turnaround Time & Workflow: Once a contract is signed and a chapter batch is assigned, the completed, pristine audio files must be delivered within 14 days. This project is paid per chapter batch based on completed milestones (Cash App or PayPal only). How to Apply & Send Auditions: You can view the project and audition materials at https://archiveofourown.org/works/90596721 Send your completed auditions and voice portfolio directly to anubisarmijo323@gmail.com Applications missing portfolio or audition links, or inquiries from anyone who hasn't fully read and embraced these themes, will be immediately ignored.
Casting Call for a short film by Unfair-Gur-3990 • last post Aug 16th
Hello everyone! I’m just about finished developing a short WLW (women-loving-women) film screenplay and am currently moving into the casting/production stage. I’m primarily a writer/director and have very little acting experience myself, so rather than starring in my own film, my team and I are looking for actors who are interested in helping bring this story to life. I’m looking for aspiring or established actors between the ages of 20–35 of all experience levels who would be willing to entertain the idea of starring in a small, indie independently produced film that may appear at a film festival. At this stage, compensation will be limited, and I want to be completely transparent about that. The primary things I can offer are a finished film for your portfolio, exposure, creative experience, and the opportunity to work with a small team that genuinely cares about a project. If you’re someone who loves acting, filmmaking, or simply wants to gain experience and be part of something creative, we’d love to hear from you. The Story: On the way to say goodbye to one of the most important people in her life, a grieving woman unexpectedly meets someone who reminds her that she hasn’t lost her ability to say hello to someone new. Alternatively\*: During a drive, two people learn and explore the meaning of life, both traveling toward the same destination for completely different reasons — one toward an ending, the other toward a beginning.\* We are currently based in USA Central America, so travel may be necessary. We are also locating to LA for a short period of time during shooting. No travel is required there. We plan to start a GoFundMe/crowdfunding campaign along with the funds we currently have to help cover travel and production-related expenses for selected cast members. However, I want to be upfront that traveling internationally may still be a significant commitment. Though, we are prepared to take the brunt force of the cost! If traveling to the filming location isn’t realistic for you, we completely understand. The casting process will be almost entirely virtual and will consist of three phases before filming. Actors of all races, ethnicities, backgrounds, and experience levels are encouraged to reach out! 1 Initial Submission You’ll submit a short acting tape/portfolio to a secure email. This can include: A monologue, An emotional scene, A scene from another project, Or another personal demonstration of your acting ability. The submission should be between 2–7 minutes. Along with your tape, you’ll also provide your preferences and boundaries regarding what you are and are not comfortable filming. There is no explicit sexual content in this film. There is a brief kiss scene and some implied intimacy between characters, but intimacy itself is not depicted on screen. 2 Character Audition After the initial submissions are reviewed, selected actors will receive a character breakdown along with approximately 2+ minutes of dialogue/screenplay material. This stage will give you the opportunity to act specifically as the character you’re auditioning for and show your interpretation of the material. You’ll also have the opportunity to tell us more about yourself, your creative interests, and anything you feel you could bring to the character. I want actors to have room to make the character their own, rather than simply reading exactly what is written on the page. 3 Meet the team This is where you will meet cast members and crew in a secure videoconference. We will also be upfront about the individuals receiving your work and if you prefer that route you may audition to a crew member LIVE via videoconference. We already have a team working on areas such as: Makeup, Lighting , Sound, Camera etc. You will get to meet them all. Even if you’re relatively new to acting, please don’t be afraid to reach out. This is an independent project, and I’m much more interested in your ability to connect with the material, collaborate, and bring something genuine to a character than simply how long your résumé is. PSA: This is a collaborative project. You’ll be working alongside other actors, directors, and crew members, so communication and teamwork are extremely important. We’re looking for people who are: Punctual and dependable. Comfortable collaborating with others Creative and willing to experiment. Respectful of boundaries. Open to feedback. Final, Passionate about filmmaking and/or acting!! We want to create an environment where everyone feels respected, heard, and comfortable being creative\*\*.\*\* If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, PM me or comment with your email! In the Email or PM please include: Name: Age: General Location aka State Best way to contact you: # or email A bit about yourself if wanted Acting clips/portfolio (if available) the relate to phase 1 If you’re ready, feel free to send an acting clip that could be useful for Phase 1 of the casting process. I’m really hoping to find people who are excited about the story and want to help make it something real!!
The Mysterious NDB by Yoghurt-Kitchen • last post Aug 16th
I’m a SAG actor and just want to note that I’m tired of getting f\*\*\*ed over by productions. just worked a gig this past week that claimed they called and NDB and lost out on like 6 meal penalties. I was in holding the entire time and not once did they call out an NDB. I remember actually making a comment at the very cheap breakfast they provided, but stopped complaining as I saw EVERYONE was eating it. don’t get me wrong, there were more non union than SAG that day…but they said there was a sag breakfast truck we had access to which I find HILARIOUS considering not a SINGLE person around me had a different food plate. I’m sure there was a separate truck blocks away from holding, but to claim we had access to it? Same thing happened with lunch where we walked in two hours late, and there was our lunch boxes up and cold. I felt bad, but considering all the food safety parasite stuff that is happening, I wasn’t about to eat meat that had been sitting out for over two hours. And I even asked catering and they said this is what they had. Lo and behold, 20 minutes go by and my two friends who are stand ins for the day walk in with a hot fresh plate of food. Turns out there was an area away from holding with hot fresh food…when I tell you i was flabbergasted. my little tush marched over there and grabbed a plate of food So fast. Again, no announcement was ever made. I’m sure if there was anything mentioned it happened quite literally just once so they could take advantage of the fact BG was mostly children and their parents today. Obvi with most children being non union, and their being with their parents, who don’t know how to act on set (I say this because our scenes kept getting delayed because the main actor kept getting stopped by these parents and kids because they were asking for pictures) it’s smart af. They were so loud I couldn’t hear anything that was being said anyway. Oh ontop of the bs NDB… I had to stop eating to take pictures. So like…if it was a true NDB that wouldn’t have happened. I was like one of the first numbers called, and obvs they started w/ SAG first…but like we got breakfast and they didn’t think to a.stop us while we got breakfast to mention the truck, and b. hey we’re about to take wardrobe pictures just fyi or c. yall are on your NDB, so we wont stop you to take pictures and we will come back to yalls numbers in 15. it also started raining and we were outside all day which was annoying but I guess all in the days work. We tried getting a cool off break from the SAG rep that appeared but alas no…got sunburned pretty nice that day and yes I spf twice. oh and my water bottle? Filled with coke rather than oh you know water. anyway just wanted to vent. I’m tired of having to fight just to get the basics. it’d be different if it was a meal penalty or two, but 6 meal penalties is a lot of money. we got lunch three hours late and I know that because catering confirmed the food was just sitting from when the lunch call should have been.
Paid for in-flight movies? by Designer_Big9218 • last post Aug 16th
If wrong location, please advise. Have read numerous articles that state that actors don't get paid/residuals for anything other than broadcast and syndication, which made it appear that actors are getting cheated. Just read an article where Matthew McConaughey said he made a ton of money from in-flight views of an old movie of his. So how does reimbursement for in-flight movies work? Any other source of income/residuals?
Private classes or group online classes by No-Sale-6707 • last post Aug 16th
Hey everyone! I’m 22F and I’ve been wanting to get into acting for some time now. Unfortunately, there are no theaters/studios that offer adult acting classes within even a 2 hour drive of me. There are some previous actors in the area who will teach private lessons, but they’re around $75 hourly or more. I’ve also been able to find some online classes, and they’re between 20-50 per hour when the cost is broken down. My main concern with both classes is that neither include actually working with other actors/students throughout the class. Either way though, unless I move, these are my only options. Would a $75 per hour class be worth it, even though I’m really just wanting to dip my toes in the water? It’s pretty out of my budget right now, so I’d only be able to go 1-2 times a month.
Choosing a different major apart from acting by myhouseofstone13 • last post Aug 16th
Hi everybody, in two days I will start my film major (which is not just film because it includes other media like TV, streaming, advertising). I chose this major as an alternative to my true passion, acting/musical theater/live performing. My parents recommended that I did something else apart from acting to sustain myself because it is very hard to get into the acting industry. Yes, I know that working in the audiovisual sector is hard too but at least there are some jobs one can get with the major, unlike acting, where you are chosen through auditions and where opportunities are more limited. Besides, if I was choosing something that was not acting, I thought I should choose the closest thing to acting. Something that would at least allow me to create stories and work with actors. I'm currently struggling with anxiety about starting this major. I'm worried that I won't have time to pursue my passion at the same time, because next year I want to start a more intense training, like 12 hour training per week, going to train 3 times a week. It's nice to have other tools apart from acting, which can be very unstable. But I don't want to start uni feeling unmotivated or disappointed. Is there any advice from anyone who struggles or has struggled with this? With the strong desire to work full time as artists but still having to earn a stable income?
looking for feedback on materials on actors access by No-Rip6657 • last post Aug 16th
asking for feedback on my actors access profile. I've been told by coaches, agent, manager and cd that it looks pretty good, but i dont feel like it yields me that great of a yield on being sent an eco cast. Super fine with some brutally honest feedback. My hair length is always changing so it can be hard to keep updated with professional accurate hair length pictures. [https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/BenHard](https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/BenHard)