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Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Feb 3rd
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 at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
A Inspiring Message from a Rising Actor Going After his Dream Role by Quentin-OAT • last post Feb 3rd
Hey folks! I wanted to share a story that I hope will inspire! Long story short, I'm a rising actor and when I heard Michael B. Jordan was producing a live action Static Shock movie. Although I felt discouraged at first since I wasn't a big name actor, I decided to take a chance on myself and start a petition to get some attention for an audition. By doing so, I gathered up 700+ signatures within a month and had my story featured in multiple news sources ***worldwide***. The only limits we have, especially as actors, are the ones we make for ourselves; don't let anyone stop you from living your dreams. Hope I inspired you to live yours! Lastly, if you could support the cause by signing and sharing, I'd greatly appreciate it: [change.org/ShotAtShock](https://change.org/ShotAtShock)
The AI Voice at the Highest Level (SPOILERS for The Book of Boba Fett) by FlurryOfBlows • last post Feb 3rd
This post contains spoilers for the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett on Disney+. I think many members of this community have been aware for a while now that AI programmes are beginning to be used in professional settings to synthesise voice. Famously, Duolingo use AI to synthesise voices across many languages for their language learning programmes. I’ve always managed to brush this aside somewhat. “They’ll always need actors - an AI can’t perform like an actor can, and surely that’s what voice acting is all about”. That is, until I watched the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett. In episode 6 of thisStar Wars TV series, Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker returns as a deepfake, accompanied by one of the least engaging vocal performances I’ve ever encountered. Every line carried an almost Tommy Wiseau-like inflection, the tone was flat, there was little to no emotion communicated. It was genuinely bad. But, nevertheless, Disney and Star Wars, as two of the most powerful entities in entertainment, chose to use an AI rather than an actor to voice Skywalker. And people on the Star Wars subreddit were loving it. So that brings me to my question. Is there any hope for us voice actors, when studios and audiences so no value in good vocal performance?
What are some steps to really become a professional actor? by EvitableOblivion • last post Feb 3rd
I really want to pursue acting seriously. I live 30 minutes from LA, and don’t have time for much, so what should I put my time into for now so I can best attempt to start some traction? I was told making voice acting reel might be a good idea ?
I’m so close to giving up my dream and really need advice. by Sunset_0o3 • last post Feb 3rd
I’ve wanted to become an actress since I was verry little.My mom tried to put me in acting classes when I was 8 but I refused because I was young and stupid.After that I tried to want a different career,but that made me want to act even more and I knew that if I did something else I would regret it. So I started taking classes again from the start of this school year (iam a senior in high school).And it turns out that I actually have talent for it too,which motivates me even more to Actually pursue it.My only problem is Money and the fact that I live in Belgium.My plan was to start here and then move to the us once I have made a name for myself,but turns out that it isn’t that easy either.I don’t come from a rich family,so I’ll have to work multiple minimum wage jobs and somehow balance it with auditions.Why?because Flemish actors are notoriously being underpaid.Belgium also has a pretty small film industry so my hopes of getting casted abroad are kind of low.And getting a visa and a green card also sounds almost impossible and I just don’t know what to do anymore.I’ve been overthinking it all for almost a month and iam hopeless.Iam kind of considering giving up and pursuing a different career,but I know I’ll just hate my life. If anyone has advice for me I’d really appreciate it because I’ve literally overthought every single option I could think of and I feel like iam going to go crazy.The fact that iam a senior in high school and that I have to pick a study next year is making this even more stressful.
Who are some of your favorite In Their Own Universe characters? by nacho__mama • last post Feb 3rd
Especially a male who could be a potential killer? I'm creating a pitch deck and all I can think of is Christopher Lloyd but I need a younger actor.
Self Tapes are..... a lot by rantingrainbow • last post Feb 3rd
I'm FINALLY out there as a professionally working trans actor, and oh my GOD, I heard stories about making self tapes, but I had no idea just how much they can royally suck sometimes. Right now, I'm trying to find a better ring light, but I'm not sure exactly what to get. Any tips on getting used to making self tapes, or getting off-book quickly???
Voice actors/actresses for a new animation channel on youtube by Gutokenji • last post Feb 3rd
Hey guys! I'm looking for voice actors/actresses for a new animation channel on youtube based on animes. In fact, I already have a monetized animation channel, but all the videos are dubbed in Brazilian Portuguese, so I already have more than 20 videos available to be dubbed in English on the new channel that I'm going to create. The videos has 2-4 minutes each (average), and I see great potential to grow on the platform with the English dub. Regarding remuneration, I will be more than happy to compensate the voice actors/actresses once the channel is monetized, to be negotiated with each voice actor/actresses for each animation. In other words, unfortunately I'm not able to pay at the beginning, but we can negotiate a fixed amount, in a single shot via Paypal, conditioned to the monetization of the channel, but I have no idea of a fair value for it in USD. Thank you all for the attention and I will leave here the link of my animation channel in Portuguese for your reference and data regarding the channel below: Youtube: 13,000 followers, Total views 1,600,000 [https://www.youtube.com/c/GutoKenji](https://www.youtube.com/c/GutoKenji) Tiktok: Followers 40,000, Total views 1,400,000 [https://www.tiktok.com/@guto\_kenji](https://www.tiktok.com/@guto_kenji) In addition, Facebook pages and groups shared my animations totaling more than 3,000,000 views and I was featured in articles on news sites of games and movies in Brazil. All the above data were obtained in 10 months since the opening of the Brazilian channel. If you like animes and a have a good voice for it, please send me a message. Beginners are welcome too! To community moderatos: If this remuneration format is not accepted, I ask you to kindly remove the post and I apologize if there is mistakes in my english text.
Auditioning for a role outside your home location? by LevinDaVidaLoca • last post Feb 3rd
Hi guys. As a newbie actor based in the UK, can I audition for roles that is outside my location? Like US, Canada etc? Also, is there any complications with auditioning on an international level?
I got rejected from acting school, what now? by Daniel-is-a-Bastard • last post Feb 3rd
So, I (18) just want to be an actor, a musical one would have my preference, but I got rejected from acting school, they didn't even tell me why. And "the next best thing" just doesn't feel right, I was thinking visual art, but acting keeps being all I want, but I feel like I'm too late. I started relatively late with acting classes (11-ish), and I quit after two years, which devastated me because "I had to focus on school". Biggest mistake. I feel like I'm too late now, I have no connections, and I only recently started singing now that I have enough money. I still feel like I can't even do musical classes because of 1) I don't have that money and 2) I'm not even good enough for that. So what now? Is there still a way to the stage for me? And what now?
Convention Agents? by rosencranzand • last post Feb 3rd
So I can't find much info on google so I thought I'd try here. You know how known and relatively well known Animation and VG VO actors go to conventions to sign things, do panels? Does any body have any info on: 1) What is the lowest level that a "Convention agent" would consider someone? Can you think of an example 2) Can you name some agents that do this kind of thing? Thanks!
Should I join Actors access or Backstage by Elcompaenrique • last post Feb 3rd
I have little acting experience but I want to audition for commercials, tv and film. Which platform is better for that?
Podcast with professional voice actor Don Grant. by ItsTheTenthDoctor • last post Feb 3rd
Older podcast episode in regards to the show but it covers voice acting with a professional who’s been in the industry. https://www.podcasttheway.com/l/the-voiceover/ Description copy and pasted: Today's guest is Don Grant; a professional voice actor whose work has even appeared in Super Bowl commercials. There's a lot to discuss in the profession of voice acting, from the technical to the historical. In this episode, he shares his perspective that comes from decades of practicing and performing. Tune in to learn more, or you can always just tune in to hear my voice outclassed for an entire episode.
Discord made for NYC Filmmakers (and actors!) by Vabrynnn • last post Feb 3rd
Hey all, In this pandemic it has been hard to meet others and I thought it would be nice to create a discord for creatives in NYC. This discord is intended for hobbyists to working professionals. I have made channels for every major industry department, eg: actors, G&E, costume, etc. and there are more general channels for filmmakers trying to talk shop! The intention is to also have this discord have regular meetups so that we can meet each other in person. This is a brand new discord so forgive me if it needs a little touching-up. But I'd love to have anyone interested join! The link to the discord server is below. [https://discord.gg/kz9G8QBG](https://discord.gg/kz9G8QBG)
Talent Agencies in Toronto by meinai88 • last post Feb 3rd
Hello fellow Toronto actors. I have been take classes since October and I am thinking of submitting to agencies for represention. However, I don't have any experience just some training so I was wondering what are my chances of being accepted by an agency. Two people that I know from my classes were just accepted to AMP Talent who are in the similar situation as me. I did some research and found out that AMP is not listed on the Actra site but has good reviews on goggle. Would joining an agency not on the Actra site wise or should I submit to ones on Actra site. Thank you all for your advice.
Critiquing Showreels live and Everything Film Acting by CmdrRosettaStone • last post Feb 3rd
Hey everybody, my name is [Scott Cleverdon](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0166526) together with my wife [Assumpta Serna](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0785264) we have taught film acting for the last 20 years. We've also done the job, Assumpta more than most will ever do in their lives (and in 6 different languages). Follow the IMdb links to seeSince the start of this pandemic of ours, we have been livestreaming on the subject of film acting technique, career management, agents, casting directors, international work and pretty much anything you can think of. [trying to be easy on the eyes an ears](https://preview.redd.it/j7rh5zyppof81.png?width=1280&format=png&auto=webp&s=65fe86483acdf86c79227d36ba8b780fac6b9b5f) We're live simultaneously on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/escuelaassumptaserna), [Twitch](https://www.twitch.tv/assumptaserna), [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/in/assumptaserna/) and [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/assumptaserna), four days a week and on thursdays we're in English at 7pm GMT. We usually review showreels and give our advice and help on what we see can be improved and we're always open to new ideas. I'm relatively new to Reddit and I thought this might be interesting to this subreddit. Our english playlist is [HERE](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYIEtBLIwJsK7eojqrrmDyxHWHGp5kLsF) The latest is where we're debunking that [charlatan at the Actor's Academy.](https://youtu.be/9BAueS_GsP4) And we'd love to know what you think and if any of y'all would be interested in having your showreels or headshots critiqued.
What is the best website to get auditions if I live in Texas and travel to LA frequently? by maximilli2n • last post Feb 3rd
I live in Texas and travel to LA a lot, right now I don’t know whether to use actors access or backstage, which would be best for me? As someone who’s trying to do films exclusively.
Tips on getting signed by an agency (networking) by Anywhere______ • last post Feb 3rd
Agencies like UTA, ICM, Innovative, and CAA and more seem to be referral only or email. And I feel that sending an email won’t be effective at all since I imagine these agencies get a million emails a day from strangers everyday. I know that referrals come through connections but it’s tough for someone like me for example that has no ties to the industry whatsoever. Any networking tips for people that wanna get industry referrals and contacts to get further ahead? I get that talent has a lot to do with someone’s advancement in their acting career but it seems like the actors who get good work are all signed by good agencies and are well connected. How does one become well connected? :/
Haruki Murakami Actor's Monologue by NextIndependence3176 • last post Feb 3rd
Starting a new series of monologues. This one is from "After the quake" by Haruki Murakami. Hope you enjoy.
Acting Authentic by Skdang • last post Feb 3rd
I feel like I over act. People tell me I'm not, but when I watch my self and compare it to people on tv or actors I like I don't feel like I'm over acting. I know I shouldn't be thinking about acting and just be, be the character, but I feel like even when I am I don't seem natural when I watch myself. When I try to not over do it, it looks full and unexpressive. Any advice? Thank you!!