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Reddit by AshleyWLovesCats Nov 13th

Shower thought: if editors get paid for test edits why don’t actors get paid for self tapes?

My boyfriend is a video editor. Sometimes to “audition” him clients ask him to edit a test video for which he gets paid $150-$200. He can often spend 8 hours, sometimes more on a test edit. If they like him, they bring him on the project for his day rate...
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Reddit by Opening_Landscape769 Nov 13th

What do you think is the best website builder for a voice actor?

Howdy! I'm looking to build a website and wanted to get some opinions on which website builders you've enjoyed using. I just tried dabbling in Godaddy.com for the first time but when I looked to upload demos, it seems like the best option it gives me is to...
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Reddit by voiceonscreen Nov 12th

Attractive, affordable websites for voice talent

**Most voice talent websites suck. Ours don't.** Most voice over actor websites are terrible. They look dated. They have weird spacing. They look wrong on mobile. And they make skilled talent look amateur. Yikes. Show casting and talent agents you’re the real...
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Reddit by voiceonscreen Nov 12th

What are some features of the best voice actor websites?

What are some of the features you need to incorporate into your website if you want to make it as a voice actor? I'd love to hear your ideas and I have some of my own: **Your best demo right up top.** If people are visiting your website to listen to your...
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Reddit by LilOprah85 Nov 12th

Homophobic manager. What would you do?

Need advice. My manager (I don’t have an agent) found a relationship podcast deal for me a few months ago. He then told me I wasn’t allowed to have gay/alternative lifestyle guests on the program. I walked away. Because zero dollars are worth excluding an...
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Reddit by patrick_luvs_LSD Nov 12th

Audition Times

Say auditions are being held between 9 to 5. Are you given a specific time to audition or is it just going by the order the actor arrives? I will be working a shift that is only from 5am to 1pm.
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Reddit by LCKLCKLCK Nov 12th

Feeling Overwhelmed

Let me just first say that I’m not completely new to acting but I’m by no means established either. I joined this community very recently, and I’m happy to be a part of it. My main goal is to get better, learn new skills/techniques and book more work. I’m a...
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Reddit by RinaK98 Nov 12th

I have no clue what I’m doing

In all honestly I’ve always thought about acting but I’ve got no theatrical background whatsoever absolutely nothing even remotely within the category but I do really want to be some sort of actress or model but have no idea how to go about it. Does anyone...
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Reddit by Living_Bee_6344 Nov 12th

What should I do?

I’m broke, I’m in college and I hate it. I want to be an actress in Hollywood or London. I feel like trying to make a living as actor in my home country would be a waste of time. Is that wrong ? And should I stay in college?
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Reddit by pajamapants117 Nov 12th

Done with the pursuit, just want someone else to provide a counter perspective for others

Hello reddit acting community. I recently posted this into another space.. but that post was 9 years old and felt that it may be more relevant as a new post. Anywho, please find a few of the reasons I'm pulling the plug on this pathway - at the end I'd love...
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Reddit by Hellaraiser_ Nov 12th

Ever notice how many movie actors have big heads? Or are a little short so their heads appear larger? If you have a big head, or appear to have a big head, you should consider a career in movie acting.

Normal-sized heads look small on the big-screen.
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Reddit by Legacy888 Nov 12th

Best place to put your audition recordings?

I have a few podcasts going and frequently ask for voice actors. When I do, many are not sure how to get me their recording. What is your suggestion? What is the easiest turnkey way to get a podcaster your recording? I would like to suggest something next...
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Reddit by AutoModerator Nov 11th

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...
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Reddit by qpFacts Nov 11th

Bad Child Acting In TV Shows

Do they usually choose child actors off their looks or actual acting when casting for 1 specific episode? I usually hate TV (Especially Crime Shows) episodes that centers around the Stars needing info from a kid or something like that because the interactions...
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Reddit by Dramatic_Mousse_6526 Nov 11th

How does the film industry work in Spain?

I have noticed a lot of Spanish actors move to Madrid because that is where most auditions and TV and film productions are. Is moving to Barcelona instead of Madrid to pursue acting in TV and film worth it?
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Reddit by iamfeelingshy Nov 11th

Getting a Manager for Actors who reside outside of US

Anyone have experience getting a manager in US? Is having a visa an absolute must- as in no one will consider you if you do not have a visa? Just curious, would love to hear your 2 cents. Thank you thank you!!
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Reddit by DraconicToxin Nov 11th

Tongue splitting as an actor

Hey acting community. I work as an actor atm and am supposed to be working on some film related stuff later this year if not early next. I really wanna get my tongue split but am afraid it'll ruin my acting career. Does anyone have any experience or knowledge...
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Reddit by TinyTim3765 Nov 11th

What's A Good Starting Laptop?

Ive been in the market for a laptop for a little while now, and I am a little overwhelmed with all of the options. I'm looking for something that's preferably not too pricey, but that i can still do everything I need to do on. Any recommendations? Thanks in...
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Reddit by NorthSouthGabi189 Nov 11th

Okay, basically, i want to become a voice actor, but for my stories, i'm a writer, how do i start?

Basically, i thought it'd be Fun to dub my own characters, i mean, a Lot of directors direct and act, and they literally got the sound design dude for general grievous. I'm praticing alone for sometime, muttering words and trying to Control my tone, and i...
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Reddit by bailout203pump Nov 10th

Bad news for Actors & anyone in the Entertainment Industry

Before I declare my prediction, because at the end of the day that is all this post is, I'd like to say that I harbor no animosity towards the entertainment industry. In all honestly, even though I'm a major in CS and Finance at a good university, I've always...
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