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Reddit by fReeboi555 Oct 3rd

What an actor should look like?

Reddit by Looking2Progress Oct 3rd

Should I put audio work on my CV?

Hey guys, I'm in a bit of a dilemma here, I'm predominantly a film/tv actor but recently I've been working with Audible on a couple of radio dramas but I'm not sure what to do with the credits. Do I put them in a section of their own on my CV? So, I have...

Reddit by worldtraveler9700 Oct 3rd

Advice/tips/good vibes are much appreciated!

I have an audition tomorrow! It was last minute so I had to talk to my manager about leaving two hours early. She said that they'll get me out of there at the time I need to be, but also said 'see if your coworker can come in early', kind of like an...

Reddit by Silverhyruler Oct 2nd

Why should I stay in theatre if I got a garbage role?

I'm in my final year of high school. Used to do Stagecraft, but my friends joined me to do theatre. I found a character I really liked (not a lead) and practiced for hours to get it just right, to the point where I was ome of the only actors that didn't use a...

Reddit by bryalin Oct 2nd

After much thought and soul searching (and some savings), I'm leaving my complacent, non-flexible, mentally demanding $100k/yr job to pursue acting...but where do I go from here?

I currently do work in the industry...just not as an actor. It's occurred to me lately that I have chosen safety/security in my well-paying job but am left feeling empty inside every day standing in the shadows of what it is I first moved to LA for over a...

Reddit by thisisnotarealperson Oct 2nd

Need a website or a demo reel edit? I know a guy

An actor friend of mine has been doing web and video work for his day job for years and he's looking for new clients. Good dude, check out his stuff and reach out to him if you're interested. http://ammvisuals.com/

Reddit by CaliforniaStoked Oct 2nd

Can I Use This As A Reel?

So I took a 3 year break from acting, and in these last 8 months, I lost about 40 pounds. I just recently started to pursue acting again about 4 weeks ago. I'm submitting for roles on Actors Access. I know they say to have a reel on there, because it bumps...

Reddit by ActorActingInLA Oct 2nd

Minc Talent?

I'm considering Minc Talent for across the board representation. Has anyone heard of them or have any experience with them, good or bad? They seem to have a lot of raving Yelp reviews, but I see that a lot of their actors on IMDB don't have any "WOW" credits...

Reddit by bryalin Oct 2nd

An actor friend thinks they booked a recurring guest star role on a popular network series off of their Instagram posts but I would say it's probably due to their previous work/credits.

My actor friend posted stories/posts like "thank you Universe for this role I'm about to book" and thinks bc one of the producers "liked" it and "saw" the Instagram story after the audition that it helped them get booked. This friend is insisting I get on...

Reddit by CobainMyBrains Oct 2nd

Got an audition for Toronto Film School

I am to do a video audition tape for admission into TFS. I was a child actor in India and recently getting back to my roots. Any suggestions help. For the audition I am planning to do the hospital monologue of The Joker played by Heath Ledger, talking to...

Reddit by pop_goestheworld Oct 2nd

How did you get your talent agent/manager?

Hi there, I'm about to drop my manager. After speaking with a lot of my friends who are doing well in the industry, they agree that this manager is just not good or doing anything for me. How did you all get your talent agents? I have a great commercial...

Reddit by penguin_reddit Oct 1st

Do agents care how many different projects are featured in a submitted demo reel ?

I'm trying to cut down my reel to under 2 minutes and all of my best scenes (in my opinion) are in only 2 projects that i've done. Will this be ok? Does it not matter so long as the reel showcases my best work and my marketability as an actor? Thanks in...

Reddit by MrHenryMop Oct 1st

Got a good role but IMDB is holding me back! Need advice!

Hello, So I just got a break with a great role in a Hulu show that aired a few weeks ago. My IMBD is getting some good traction, which is great (!) but IMBD is listing my old production crew credits as well, which I’ve heard doesn’t look great if I am trying...

Reddit by michaelgaryscott__ Oct 1st

First role ever!!!

Hello!!! I just landed my first role ever in a student film for a university close by!!! I have auditioning so much and have finally landed a role. I feel so overwhelmed and excited! I landed the lead role and I never would have pictured myself getting this...

Reddit by BUTTERSANDWlCH Oct 1st

Actors with self-image issues? How do you deal with it?

I guess this is sort of a rambly post but I really wanted to reach out and talk to other people about this. I want to get into acting and I have ptosis (drooping of the eyelid) on my left eye. The actress Melissa Joan Hart (Sabrina the Teenage Witch) also has...

Reddit by THG497 Oct 1st

Interviewing a talent agent for a school project! Help me on questions to ask.

I go to school for theatre and we all were assigned a person in the industry to interview. I'm interviewing a talent agent in Florida (because I want to be a television actor and I'm moving to Florida for a couple years). I want to ask the right questions. I...

Reddit by 1BadassStoryteller Oct 1st

Be Careful With Social Media

I just want to post this here as a reminder. When working on a project, make sure what you post on social media is appropriate and approved. What do I mean? I work at a major studio. We tell people, listen, don't post spoilers or anything that is not...

Reddit by AGTrumpet Oct 1st

Non union Commercial contract help

What is the minimum an actor who is not union yet expect to be paid for a 2 day (12 hour / day) shoot? I'm currently be offered a $1000 flat fee / buyout (no residuals) for a 13wk nation/regional broadcast usage for social media/internet + 1 year exclusivity...

Reddit by Ben08Ellis Sep 30th

Essay Question Are there too many actors? Can you help?

Hi i'm doing a discursive essay on if there are too many actors. And I was wanting some help! what are your experiences with this topic e.g have you had roles turned down because of numbers, had to turn someone down because of numbers or the opposite! Your...

Reddit by SpiritedAirport Sep 30th

Does the concept on an unplayable character exist?