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Is it common for directors to be verbally abusive to actors? by Eriflee • last post Sep 5th
Today, I was supposed to take part in a 3-episode production (15 mins each) about careers in the IT and computer field When we met the director last week, he was polite. He asked many questions, voiced his concerns about our schedule, and wanted to know if we had any worries etc. In short, he seemed like a pretty good guy so my colleague and I (with our bosses' blessings) took up the gig. We were only paid for transportation and meals but we did it anyway because we liked the idea of the show Come today and holy crap, the director was yelling at his crew in the first 10 mins of shooting. "Where the hell is Albert?! I need the toolkit!" "Who's doing crowd control?!" "Lighting crew! What the hell are you doing?!" and so on After an hour, my colleague's phone vibrated during a scene. The director literally flung the director's cone on the floor and stomped off. In another scene, I got a line wrong about 5 times (take note I am NOT a trained actor), and the director pointed at me and yelled, "The hell do you think you are doing?! Do you not understand basic English?!" I reined in my temper. Maybe the director was just having a bad day 3 hours into shooting, my colleague and I were supposed to split up and walk in a certain way but we walked in the wrong direction. The director kicked a chair down and started cussing before stomping off again My colleague and I pulled off our mics and told the producer "Yeah we aren't putting up with this" The producer did a half-hearted plead before saying "Alright, just do whatever you want." The crew didn't even try to stop us. The director tried calling us later but I've just set his number to be put on "ignore" This is the first time I am taking part in a film production. Is it normal for directors to be so verbally abusive? I can't imagine what actors and actresses have to go through
Actors who have ADHD by hoehoehoe96 • last post Sep 4th
So I have been diagnosed bipolar II and been on meds for 18 months. But I think that I might have ADHD as well. Since I was a kid, whenever I heard about ADHD I always thought “that’s me”. My two biggest “problems” was that I could NEVER focus during class. Like impossible. But I do feel now that I’m 30 that I can focus a little better (when I’m in class doing something I love, as in acting). But if I read a book for instance, I will read a full page before realizing that I’ve been zooming out and not even paid attention to what I read, then I reread and realize again and again and again the same problem. In my acting classes, my peers and teachers always joke about how I can’t stand still when I’m on stage, both while acting but even while actually just standing there afterwards getting notes. Literally, I’m a walking machine. And everybody make it sound so easy “just be still.”, but I can’t just be still. It’s not me deciding the movement, it’s my body moving automatically. I feel like even when I act in front of the camera, my face and body wants to move. But when I’m sick, those days I feel so good in my body because it doesn’t want to move and distract me, and my acting gets so much better. So my question to those who have ADHD, do you recognize the movements I described as distraction when acting, and if so, did your body stop moving that much and you started being able to be standing still after diagnoses/meds? I guess my question is, does the meds help your acting?
We Talk Funny returns! by AKComic • last post Sep 4th
We Talk Funny, the long-running popular live voiceover comedy show in Burbank, CA - which featured some of the biggest voice actors in the world - has unfortunately been on hiatus since the pandemic began… but no more! We Talk Funny has returned - in podcast form! The new show just premiered today with FIVE new episodes, chock full of voice acting advice, comedy & geeky goodness! Featuring: - Jon Allen (anime VA from “Dragon Ball Super”) - Carlos Alazraqui (“Rocko’s Modern Life”, “Fairly OddParents”, voice of the Taco Bell Chihuahua) - Wally Wingers (voice of The Riddler from the “Batman: Arkham” video games) - Darcy Rose Byrnes (Disney’s “Sophia the First, Nickelodeon’s “The Legend of Korra”) - Andy Merrill (voice of Brak from “Space Ghost: Coast to Coast” and Oglethorpe from “Aqua Teen Hunger Force”) New episodes premiere every Saturday morning; listen and subscribe at [WeTalkFunnyLive.com](http://www.wetalkfunnylive.com)!
[PAID WORK] Looking for someone who might be able to do an evil-ish Orson Welles impression! by not_your_platypus • last post Sep 4th
At the end of October, I am opening up a pop-up art gallery/record store in Brooklyn, NY as part of a grant I received from the New York Foundation for the Arts. The project involves a fictional intergalactic record label, lots of original music and art, and a villain who has his own musical aspirations. As part of the experience of the event, this evil villain has released his own song with a sort of spoken word intro (more of a decree). I am looking to hire a voice actor who can do an evil-ish Orson Welles impression (slightly more evil than The Brain) and read a short script that is about 45 seconds to a minute long. I am open to negotiating a fee for your time and effort as this will be remote work and it might take a few takes to get close to the sound I'm looking for. I can start my offer at $75, but I am willing to negotiate and get you a good price for your hard work! Please DM me or leave a comment below if you are interested in doing this! I can pay through PayPal, Zelle, Cash App, etc.
Requesting Advice in Order to Not Be Taken Advantage Of by deepdarkboys • last post Sep 4th
Hi Voiceacting Community. I'm at a very important crossroads, so I want to thank you in advance for reading. I am an amateur, freelance voice actor. I typically work on Fiverr. My rate is $5 per 250 words, and if the client wants the work done inside of 48 hours, I double the rate. Since I am not a professional, I feel this is a comfortable rate that works for both me and my clients. I recently landed my first major gig. I won an audition to become the new voice of a YouTube channel that recaps films. They had to switch from an AI-generated voice in order to avoid demonetization. The owner of the channel is paying me $40 per script. The scripts are always over 2,000 words, which means I'm operating at a cut rate. I figure maybe it's worth it, given that the work is consistent. But here's the thing. He needs one of these scripts done (10-15 minutes of fully polished audio) every single day. And he only gets them to me 24 hours before he needs them back. So in addition to cutting my rate for him, I'm also getting no bonus for absurd turnaround times. He's now saying that he wants me to record my face for every video, as well. He wants me to at least set up a green screen and look into camera to recite the unique intro for each vid, and now he's saying he'd like it if I did Picture in Picture for the entirety of the video (which makes no sense, because then I can't have my mic in it's proper recording space, and I have to nail everything in one take). He's effectively got me running the channel on my own at this point. And paying me what feels like a tiny, fractional amount for it. The videos all get more than 1 million hits.. I'm not sure what that equates to on YouTube, profit-wise, but I feel it's a good deal more than 40 dollars. I don't want to be greedy, but I also don't want to get taken for a ride here.. I have a full-time job outside of voice acting. Doing these scripts every day eats up the majority of my free time. Thanks again everyone for reading :) I've only been at this for about 8 months now so it's important to me to find guidance.
Acting classes in Orange County/Long Beach by Automatic_Attitude58 • last post Sep 4th
Im a beginner actress looking for a good acting studio. Most of the recommendations from people on this subreddit in LA are around an hour away from me. Is there any reputable acting studios around the OC or Long Beach area or do I have to go to LA to find good acting classes?
Does hollywood only hire americans and British actors for American characters roles? by Intelligent-Oil241 • last post Sep 4th
I've seen a lot of Italians,french,african heck even middle easterns who might pass as americans so assuming they can do an American accent can they play the role of an American or will they always be stuck playing a stereotype?
LA or ATL? by just_ice523 • last post Sep 4th
I understand that each decision an actor makes is ultimately up to them, but from both LA actors and ATL actors, which would you say is the better move for someone who aspires to be in a lead role/series regular, but is still relatively new as far as resume credits go? At the end of the day, is there a difference when it comes to the amount of auditions you get?
I need help by mustard_lettuce1235 • last post Sep 4th
Hi im a young voice actor looking for advice how to get a job (im 14 for introduction) and I just want to know how I'd get into it. I'm not sure were a good place to start because im new to this, id main like to be in the Animation category because I like doing deeper or more sturn voices. Any advice helps. Please and thank you and if anyone wants to hear me do some voices I like to do for examples your free to otherwise I just need advice.
Do I have to be self absorbed to be an actor? by OneRing2RuleEmAll • last post Sep 4th
I have this friend who’s trying to be an actor And he is really into the superficial part of it and doesn’t actually know how to act. He says that connections and image are the most important part. Seems a little fake if you ask me.
Should I go ahead with a non-union agency or wait and see about a union agency? by Awkward-Ideal • last post Sep 3rd
So I’m a fairly new actor with background experience in major SAG productions and supporting roles in two student films. I started sending out my info to agencies today and got two emails today from non-union agencies about interviews to see if I’d be a fit for their agencies. From my research in this forum, I’ve seen that it isn’t really worth it to join non-union agencies, especially if you are interested in sag work, which I am. My question is, as a new actor, should I go ahead with non-union agencies or should I take my chances and wait to see if a sag agency might be interested?
The Stereotypical "Aspiring Actor" Personality/Lifestyle by JottScoplin • last post Sep 3rd
Although I've been involved in the film industry in LA for several years, acting is something I've done for just under a year -- I landed my first speaking role for an online video series with a lot of reach just this past week. Throughout my time in this industry, I've noticed that so many of the negative stereotypes about aspiring actors hold true: the self-centeredness, smugness, superficiality, addiction to social media and status, vanity, brazenness, etc. Acting, in and of itself, is something I truly love with a burning passion, but it's so difficult for me to relate to some of my peers in the industry. I'm one of those cliché "shy and polite around strangers; loud and eccentric around close friends" types, so there are times when I feel very out-of-place at a new gig when I'm surrounded by super forward, boisterous-from-the-get-go individuals. Another thing I've observed is just how obsessed the average (young) aspiring actor seems to be about status and image -- it's like they care more about gaining social media followers than actually being a good actor/contributing to good film. The fake "I know I just met you but we're totally best friends already!" persona, that so many of them put on, just bugs the hell out of me, and I can't help but wonder if that type of personality is needed to make it in the industry. Is this just par for the course? Is there a reason for this, besides the obvious "everyone just wants to be famous" thing? Is some of this actually necessary to make a name for yourself? P.S. - I've met many wonderful, genuine, interesting people who don't fit this stereotype, so not everyone fits this mold, obviously
How do Actors Change their Accent? by Intelligent-Oil241 • last post Sep 3rd
Is it natural talent or do they get trained exclusively for that role? If it's the latter then wouldn't be cheaper for film studios to just do casting roles for americans only to avoid those extra costs?
Actors in nyc - tell me about tv/film there by SpareRutabaga8416 • last post Sep 3rd
Howdy! This is for the actors in NYC. Theater aside, can you talk about your experience or hurdles in booking paid television and film work in NYC? I’m moving from LA to be with family and I’m nervous about the lack of financially lucrative opportunities there. I’m still fairly new to the business, but I get to meet tons of casting directors here. So many opportunities to work. What is your take on making a living as an actor in NYC? Do you end up traveling to LA for pilot season?
I work at a call center by Disenno_de_Suennos • last post Sep 3rd
Hello, so I am training to be a voice actor and I happen to work at a call center. So how can I take advantage of this while I am at work? Is there any exercise that you would think that I can try with my calls? ​ Thank you very much in advance.
*UPDATED ROLES - Looking for actors for table read over Zoom - short film (32pgs) by Organic-Carob-3761 • last post Sep 3rd
\*\*\*Update - I have cast most of the roles, I am only in need of the roles listed below! Thank you for everyone who responded! I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be conducted over Zoom, and recorded to further develop my screenplay. The date and time of the table read will be based on the actors' availability. There is no compensation, but you will receive a copy of the recorded table read. **\*This screenplay contains strong language, drug use, and sexual situations.** If interested, please email me at [jimjbon@gmail.com](mailto:jimjbon@gmail.com) with the role(s) you may be interested in reading for (see below). All ages (18+) and genders are welcome to read for any role. Roles: Haman (M, ANY AGE - pref. 40+) - A jovial hippie who is brainwashed by the cult he is in. He is led by Esther, whom he reveres. He is very friendly, and often uses his friendliness to manipulate people into joining his cult. Esther (F, ANY AGE - pref. 50+) - The leader of the cult which Elijah and Haman are followers of. Very bizarre and eccentric both in how she talks and in her movements, which are clumsy and bug-like. She acts like royalty among her followers.
Interview with the Voice Actress of Princess Peach from Super Mario by NintendoAcademyMike • last post Sep 3rd
Hi everyone! I interviewed the voice actress of Princess Peach from the Super Mario series! She shares how she got started along with some tips for us up and coming voice actors! Interview starts soon! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhBvxZ1TacI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhBvxZ1TacI)
how do you get over the “unattainable” feeling? by alleglorys7 • last post Sep 3rd
i’m certain almost every aspiring actor/actress has gone through this. i’m not sure if my depression is instigating this but i go through ups and downs with my determination. sometimes i’m so certain that i’ll achieve what i’ve always wanted to do and that nothing is impossible as long as i don’t put a mental block in my head. after all i’m the only one that can achieve my dream for myself but lately i’ve just been feeling that being an actress seems so unattainable and impossible especially because it’s the only thing i want to do in my life, i feel like if i don’t succeed as an actress i’ll be a complete failure and have nothing going for me. i personally know no one else around me that’s taking a “riskier” path which makes the “it’s unrealistic” feeling stronger because my brother is the golden child who went to uni and studies medicine . my mom was unsure at first only because she didn’t want me to be “jobless” but after that she’s been nothing but supportive . so i’m just gonna feel like such a letdown to her if i don’t succeed, after taking so many risks
Any professional consensus on self-submitting after getting an agent? by chickenandwaffurs • last post Sep 3rd
Hi all! I’m very grateful to have signed with an agent last week who has already been working hard to pitch me to CDs and landing me auditions. However, I’ve been lurking this sub for a while and have noticed mixed opinions on whether an actor should continue self-submitting after getting an agent. More specifically, I’m thinking about cancelling my backstage subscription and was wondering if I could get some opinions on this. Thank you!