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Reddit by Vanthuuu Jun 8th

Can you message the casting director on Actors access?

I got an eco cast request and they said don’t submit if you’re not free Tuesday! I’m not free Tuesday until the late afternoon so I’m just trying to verify that with them before I put the time into a self tape! Is there a way to message them from the eco cast...

Reddit by penguin_reddit Jun 8th

Best career consultation places for actors in LA?

Really looking for advice and have questions about my career/whether I should switch/seek out new reps - I have representation in NYC, a few professional credits, graduated with a BFA, and I just moved to LA. I'm feeling a bit stuck and lost. Anyone know any...

Reddit by FlargenstowTayne Jun 8th

Opinions On Advancing Your Career Through Crew Work

I’ve heard a lot of people give advice on working on film crews to advance your acting career (through networking and whatnot). There are stories like Chris Pine getting people coffee onset, as a crew member, when he was starting out. The thing they fail to...

Reddit by TheOfficialJonSnow Jun 7th

SAG New Media Contract, Enough for Union Eligibility?

Will keep this short. I'm a non-union actor who just signed a New Media contract as part of an ongoing web series (I am joining an established project / cast and taking over one of the principle roles). All my previous credits are non-union projects / roles...

Reddit by Ranshi922 Jun 7th

Any Tips for Dubbing?

Hi, I’m a fairly novice voice actor, but I’m trying to do everything I can to get practice and experience in the industry. I recently got a call back on an audition and they asked for a sample of me dubbing over some footage. I have no experience dubbing, and...

Reddit by Rosssy94 Jun 7th

I interviewed Jane Perry who's a voice actor that's worked on Hitman, Returnal, and Cyberpunk.

Reddit by meinai88 Jun 7th

Agent Submissions

Hello fellow actors, I am getting ready to submit to agents here in Toronto and just had a quick question. How do I know how many headshots to include in my submission email? Do I just send my best one or do I send 3 (1 for film, 1 for commercials and 1 other...

Reddit by cheerallyear Jun 7th

Agency meeting question

First time poster here. I posted this on another FB page but no one answered so maybe I’ll get more help here. Hi all! I can't believe it but an agency actually got ahold of me and would like to do a phone interview! This agency is a big one in town. I will...

Reddit by jackfrench9 Jun 7th

Looking for a male voice actor to do some sound effects for a video game (PAID)

Hi there, I hope I'm not breaking any rules by posting this, but here goes: I'm working on an indie First-Person Shooter game and I'm looking to get some custom audio recordings for my main character. Currently I'm using sounds from an old video game and I...

Reddit by wrecked_wretch Jun 7th

Do actors ever get lost in their fights on screen?

I was watching A Few Good Men the other night and was mesmerized by Jack Nicholson's and Tom Cruise's performance. Their anger towards each other seemed so genuine and pure which got me thinking: do you think actors ever take their scripted arguments/fights...

Reddit by toserveman91 Jun 7th

Acting with a mental illness...

Here's one last question that may sound a bit odd and not everyone will be comfortable being open about but do any of you (willing to divulge so) have any mental health issues that you have to juggle while being an actor? For instance, I have social anxiety...

Reddit by Saaaintniiiick Jun 7th

Got cut from short film

I had a small (but seemingly important) part in a short film recently and it got me my first IMDB credit, which I was just ecstatic about. It felt like I had made a mark in my career. I liked seeing that I was ‘known for’ something. I went to check the IMDB...

Reddit by Shakesqueer7 Jun 7th

I want to form a company as an adult

I would like to form a Shakespearean acting company when I grow up (with contemporary plays and musicals too ofc) and I can’t stop worrying about it. I don’t want to be that person who get straight out of their bfa program and starts one, I’d get some years...

Reddit by TerribleBanana4466 Jun 6th

I need advice about agent

Ok this is kind of a long story so bear with me. Back in March, I got an agent REALLY LUCKILY. I only had 3 student film credits to my name, and this agency only takes pretty established actors that have co-stars or are SAG-eligible. However, I met the agent...

Reddit by littlegnome85 Jun 6th

Casting Networks Class Action Lawsuit?

Are there any updates on this? I've seen this idea being tossed around in the past, now with their yearly rates almost reaching $300 a year it seems inevitable. The website is a mess and the customer service is either non-existent or outsourced. I really wish...

Reddit by josh16gamer12 Jun 6th

Any tips for Aspiring voice actor?

Hello im a 17 y/o and i've done a couple of voice acting videos or even voice overs, but i think im missing le coup d grace. I think my voice acting skills could be a little better so if anyone is willing to give me some tips i would gladly appreciate it!

Reddit by SwimGood22 Jun 6th

When sending an offer to actors, is it okay to share other talent that are looking to be involved in the project, even if they haven't locked in yet?

Hi all — I’m a filmmaker currently in talks with people at CAA and UTA to cast a few actors for my short. I have several incredible actors that want to read the screenplay and their agents are asking for an offer. That said - is it fine if I mention the other...

Reddit by heregoeseverythng Jun 6th

Getting an MFA in Your 30s

Hi Reddit, I’m a 32 year old woman considering getting an MFA next year. I’ve auditioned for programs a couple of times, will be getting a coach and working my bum off to get into a program in 2023. I would love to hear of any other older actors especially...

Reddit by International_Alps76 Jun 6th

Really struggling any advice would be helpful!

I’m new to LA. I’m in search for an acting school that actually cares about the actor and is passionate about teaching. From what I’ve noticed, 90% of these schools are all after money and they don’t care about anything else. Can ANYONE PLEASE suggest me an...

Reddit by jackvegas Jun 6th

I believe I'm an actor trapped in an average life...please help

I firmly believe that I have a unique look...and an ability to hit levels of intensity and passion others can't. My look is most likely a pigeon hole..I'm ok with that. I'm just trying to find a way to be a part of film in any way using these "traits" I have...