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I got an audition with a HUGE anime dubbing studio, WHERE DO I START?! by Hs4Ever • last post Aug 28th
Hello everyone! I've been a voice actor for over a year now, and my resume has just 2 original animations and 3 indie games. The rest is video game mods and fan projects. I've only just dipped my toes into the professional side of the voice-over business, but today I somehow got a callback from one of the biggest production studios in the world to dub an anime movie! I have very little experience with dubbing, and I have NO experience with auditioning for a studio of this caliber, so what should I look out for this time around? What should I change about my audition and the way my email is structured? I usually don't slate, so do I slate this time around? I would really appreciate your advice, because this is a HUGE opportunity for me, and I'd like to nail it!
(UK) Quarter life crisis, how can I get into (comedy) acting? by Hum4nS4v10r68 • last post Aug 28th
(UK, South England) I'm turning 26 soon and realising that I've pushed aside my "true passion" for too long (sorry if I sound like such a cliche
Atlanta actors, where are most of the auditions held? by bluepineapple42069 • last post Aug 28th
So im visiting Atlanta in a little bit. Im planning on maybe moving soon. I wanted to know where in Atlanta are most of the auditions held. I would want to get an apartment near by. Where would you recommend?
I’d love some constructive feedback on my package before I submit to LA managers again! by Rainingsun15 • last post Aug 28th
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What’s one aspect of acting, every actor should focus more on? by apsibkn • last post Aug 27th
Looking for Podcast Guests by jonahofthesea • last post Aug 27th
I'm looking for actors who have been in rehearsal with playwrights to guest on the playwriting podcast Theatrically Speaking. The more experience with living playwrights, the better. Rewrites, changes during production, how to use them during rehearsal, etc. Bring your experiences. Recording schedule can be flexible, around 25 minutes. Guests are paired. You would need a microphone and a quiet room.
Should I tell My agent about this? by ActorActingInLA • last post Aug 27th
I just got my first LA agent a few months back. I don't get sent out by them very often, and all the things I've booked, I booked on my own and give them a cut of the money. For the last three years, I've done Universal Studios Horror Nights as a scare actor. Its more of a "day job" for me, then a legit acting gig, since I focus more on theatrical and commercial. It pays my bills during the fall, and I've done it for years. It doesn't interfere with other acting gigs/auditions, and I can take a few nights off if needed (if I book something else). Am I going to have to give my agent a cut of this? I was thinking of just not even telling them. If I give them a cut, I'll have to go out and find another day job during this, since my bills won't be covered by the paycheck after I pay them, since its basically minimum wage. My contract states that they take a cut of Film, TV, commercial, print, and legitimate theater. But then says "and other acting jobs". So that could mean anything. Thoughts? Of course, if I tell them, they'll say I have to give them a cut, since they're never gonna turn down money. But I talked to other scare actors last year and they told me they absolutely do not give agents a cut of their weekly check from scare acting.
Big change in hairstyle, looking for advice about current reel/demo clips. by astreetcarnamedlove • last post Aug 27th
Hey guys, I'm a male actor, 18-24 range , and I have longer hair (medium-ish length, up to my upper lip) in my current headshots and demo clips. Anyways, I'm planning on getting new headshots soon and to also start sporting a shorter cut, think crew cut/buzz cut territory. So in your own opinion, do you think it would still be a good idea to submit with my current demo clips until I'm able to update it with the shorter haircut or do I have basically start over again collecting clips? (Ah, the good ol' need clips to get cast, but need to get cast to get clips conundrum.) One other option is to self tape a few scenes for the meantime. P.S. I currently don't have an agent to consult, but I'm thinking getting one in the next 6 months or so. Thanks in advance!
Would you walk off set if this happened to you? by looks4radio • last post Aug 27th
This is a long post but hopefully it will help other actors here. My agent (One of the bigger commercial agents in LA) hit me up about doing a non-union (I'm SAG-E) digital spot for a toy company. The agreed upon terms was that it would be for digital broadcast only with two years usage for a $500 flat rate. I show up on set and it turns out it is a huge production for one of the biggest toy companies in the world promoting arguably the biggest film franchise in the world. I get covid tested, drop off my wardrobe, eat breakfast, and go through hair and makeup. While in the makeup trailer I hear a producer say that this will be on TV. It turns out that this is a National TV Spot. So I ask one of the producers if this is digital only spot. She acts all coy but immediately grabs a talent release and asks me to sign it. The talent release says they can use my image however they like in perpetuity. So I call my agent and he tells me not to sign it because the agreement was for it to be just a digital spot for that rate and he tells me that he will call them. So I return the talent release to the producer and I inform her that there must be some confusion because the agreement we made was for a digital spot. She tells me that she will talk to the higher ups about it. So I'm sitting in an RV for awhile when this producer comes storming in and tells the other producer to pull up the casting sheets because, "it is for TV and we aren't paying anymore." He then walks right out without acknowledging me. I call my agent back and he tells me to stand by because they are trying to work it out. He then asks me what I think is fair in terms of payment. Since it is a national TV spot I say that there should be a buyout of some sort. I ask for $2000 on top of the session fee but let him know I would settle for $1000 since I'm already there. So I'm just sitting there twiddling my thumbs when the big boss comes over and says,"Hey, man. I'm sorry but this client sucks and they refuse to pay anymore money." He goes on to say that the original agreement was a miscommunication on their end and that it's only a couple shots that they need me for. I tell him that I can't agree to be featured heavily in a National TV Commercial for just $500 and he releases me from the commercial and then informs me that they won't be paying me for my time. I contest this since I have already been there for three hours and have brought wardrobe, been tested, and had makeup applied to my face. He says that is too bad and that my agent will just have to fight it out with the toy company. This is not the first time a large corporation has pulled a bait and switch on me. Earlier this month, I negotiated a higher fee for the whole cast when I read a contract and realized they were using a spot for TV when they said it was only for digital use. So the big lesson to take away here is that you should always read your contracts and make sure your agent gets the contract beforehand. I am also seriously considering biting the bullet and joining SAG now even though I work a lot of non-union commercials. So would you stick to your guns and walk away from a job or would you keep your mouth shut and just do the commercial???
I wanted to share this story of an Indian American actor who is struggling in Hollywood. by Arnizzle117 • last post Aug 27th
I think this story is a really telling one about how competitive the acting industry is in Hollywood. This guy has been acting for years and it seems like the industry is uber-competitive and there are no hopes of it getting any easier. Even as we see a proliferation of new content platforms and studios, the trade just isn't providing a stable enough income for so many of those pursuing it. What does everyone think about this? Original Post [Here](https://uncomfortablybrown.com/my-parents-were-right-i-should-have-chosen-engineering-as-a-career-choice-not-acting/)
I'm looking to hire some voice actors for a film I've been animated but don't know what kind of budget I'll need. by DezDude18 • last post Aug 27th
I'm nearing the end of animating a film and need voice actors for multiple roles. This is my first ever full length film I've animated and gotten voice work done professionally so I don't know how much it will cost. For some more info I have roles with just a few lines, but I also have the main characters with a significant amount of lines. Is there a way to know about how much it will cost based on the amount of lines? I'm new to this sub, so sorry if my format isn't quite right.
I want to be a voice actor. [Demon1] No VFX/SFX by 100DegreesinSiberia • last post Aug 27th
How do I know what to pay by DezDude18 • last post Aug 27th
How do I know what to pay for voice actors? I'm about to start looking for voice actors for an animated film I just finished. I have about 15-20 characters that I need voiced and I want to know how much it will cost to have them all done.
Casting for Influencers in North America! by Lilith Astaroth • last post Aug 27th
Greetings! I run a talent agency based in North America (USA and Canada), and we are casting talent for a livestreaming app called BIGO Live. If you have a following of at least 20k or more on Facebook, Instagram, or Tik Tok, you'll be eligible for a 3-month contract! More details are included in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNzDIOWlScc If you do not have at least 20k followers, and are still interested in working for the app on a commission-based pay, please watch this video instead, from one of our contracted hosts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNzIB5ab7Bs If you are interested in this opportunity, please email us at OYDAgency@gmail.com Lilith Own Your Destiny Talent Agency
"Middle Aged" Male Voice Actor Needed - Yelling / Cartoon / Comedy by muzorewa • last post Aug 27th
Rate is $20 to record a few phrases for an upcoming short film. Timeline is within the next month or so. Send your voice examples over or feel free to do an example recording (something like "God Dammit!!") Thanks!
In classes and other places everyone says that I sound great but to me I always sound monotone by Uplanapepsihole • last post Aug 27th
Idk how to explain properly but In theatre class, theatre and whenever I act people will give critiques (obviously) but it’s never about me sounding monotone. I’ve even asked about it and they say no but I sound monotoned to myself. In recordings and just listening to myself, I sound monotoned but no one agrees. Idk what to do cause I find it hard to focus on other aspects when this is plaguing my mind. Maybe anxiety but again, what am I meant to do about that as an actor?
Not sociable as an actor by Zestyclose_Bat_9468 • last post Aug 27th
I have quite a few friends in theatre, but after a change in course and focusing on a film career, I've created new actor friends (film) who are just beyond sociable. I'm talking about going out constantly, sharing drinks, partying, and who appear "aesthetically pleasing" (I don't mean this insultingly, I just don't *fit* into the crowd). I thought I was sociable and fun to be around but recently found no desire to do any of these things with people I work with, even if I've been invited multiple times. Will this hinder me as an actor? I'm not even very introverted, but I just don't care to spend excess time with people I don't mesh with. Should I just push through and force myself to socialize for the benefit of my career? Reminder, I get along well with most people, just don't feel close to those in the film community and am worried about making connections. Also, I'm 22 for reference and on the edge of graduating college!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Aug 26th
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.
Help Reading Sides + ISO Toronto Actors by Potential-Intern966 • last post Aug 26th
hi everyone, i have a few self-tapes to do that involve another person in the scene and was wondering if there was someone who could help me out with this. my friends/family all have insane schedules and i would more than likely like to do this with other actors. Bonus if you're from toronto as i'd love to meet new people from toronto so we could chat about the industry/our experiences. TIA!
Small gig: research and focus group experiment checking testimonials effects by LocoLocksmith • last post Aug 26th
Hey! We are checking if different ways to record company by different ethnicities effect prospects differently. The actors are welcome from all genders and ethnical backgrounds. The pay is $35 per video of a testimonial for different services background outside and next to a house OR inside next to dinner table. Limited spots : 25. Please DM if interested.