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Thoughts on Wendy Alane Wright's "Hollywood Winners Circle" program? by greatgreengoblins  •  last post Jan 29th

I've been in TMFA for a while and have learned some great stuff. All I hear is praise for the HWC. I've been acting for 5 years (4 of those in college) and I'm seeking business training and how to put together a really, really good package for representation. It seems like HWC is the best option, but idk if that's more or less TMFA propaganda. Wendy seems like an incredible person. She has raving reviews from actors in the group. It seems every day someone posts that thanks to her, they have a manager/agent. She seems kind and tough and someone who will whip your package into shape. Thing is... It's $795. That seems very steep for a master course. Those who have taken it, is it worth? Id be taking it for the business instructions, because I know it's not an acting class, and I think that's what I want. I'm torn on whether I should buy the course, or find the info elsewhere and piece it all together over a longer period of time. Really I'm looking for feedback from those who have taken it. Good investment, or waste of $800?

Body language acting during monologues by punoq  •  last post Jan 29th

Hi! I'm filming audition apes for drama schools. Some require full body shots, and after watching my practices back, I often find my body language is awkward and I kind of instinctively flap my arms and switch weight on my feet without realising it, any tips my fellow actors can give on keeping your body language neautral as possible/ being able to connect it with your head and shoulder acting? Thank YOU! ps. I have ADHD so that doesn't help.

An actor’s guide to camera framing by Augmented-Actor  •  last post Jan 29th

Big project in need of a voice actor! by Milk-and-Lightwood  •  last post Jan 28th

So this is a project that none of the team is getting paid for, it is all in creative fun. We are a group of animators, music producers, and artists who are trying to make a big thing with a small budget/no budget to make a small demo of a concept. This all sounds pretty vague but I would be more than happy to explain the project in private. The team is all semi professional/in college for our craft and we are doing this at a very laid back in your own time pacing. So if anyone is interested please message me or comment!

Positive and rewarding stories you’ve had on your acting journey? by deanu-  •  last post Jan 28th

I’m just starting out and I’ve started practicing and doing online lessons. I’m excited to be on this journey and want to be a working actor in LA in the next couple of years. I find myself getting anxious and slightly discouraged at times when I hear horror stories of how difficult it is to get anywhere. I’m not in it for the fame, but I’d like to know I could get work and make an impact if I work hard enough. Can you share some rewarding experiences you’ve had on your journey? How long you’ve been acting, if you’ve gotten to work on projects that you’ve enjoyed, and any other advice?

Acting and Art school by HippieHamBoi  •  last post Jan 28th

Hey guys, so just a brief bit about me I'm 19, and I've wanted wanted be an actor for awhile, I'm natural at public speaking and just enjoy performing for others. My dream has always been to attend university and study the arts, from music to theatre thats what I wanted. However, my family ain't rich. I'm currently attending community college and studying to be an engineer as I competed and won STEM competitions in highschool and figured if I had to do something "real" I'd enjoy engineering because I enjoy the creative problem solving... but mostly just the creative part lol. My question is this, what I really wanna do is art, acting and music etc. Should I minor in acting and keep my engineering degree to support myself or should I switch and go all in? Thanks in advance!

Thoughts on being a foreign actor in China by iamstephenyuan  •  last post Jan 28th

Hey guys, we have a podcast called Shades Of yellow that focuses on highlighting every-day asian people, including my friend Jim Liu who is an actor in China but is British-Taiwanese. Anyways, he was in a movie called The Farewell with Awkwafina a while back and we got. to talk about what it was like transitioning to be a full time actor in China, and whether or not it's possible for more foreigners to do so. Would love to hear your thoughts and whether or not more foreigners want to enter the China market as actors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIuNabKTVVw

Would a birthmark on my face reduce my chances of being cast in anything? by lumosmax_1  •  last post Jan 28th

I have this birthmark on the right side of my forehead about 1 cm across, and I honestly haven't seen many male actors on TV or in films with something like it. I'm not too insecure about it, but I'm a little worried that it could be distracting to a casting director or simply cause me to miss out on a role. Should I consider removing it at some point in the future, or is it something I probably don't need to worry about? (I should probably add that it's easily covered by my hair, and it often is. It's only really noticeable if my hair's combed back and my full forehead is in view.) \[Also, I realize this isn't directly related to this subreddit, but it was the only one I could think of to post it in. If anyone has any other subreddit suggestions please let me know.\]

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator  •  last post Jan 28th

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.

Headshots - What do you like? And is it different to what your agents like? by BenFromPerth23  •  last post Jan 28th

TL;DR. What makes a good acting headshot? What is "standard", and is there any way to "elevate" it so that it stands out, but still fits in? Hey guys, I'm a professional fashion/beauty photographer. I recently met a young actress, and we collaborated on a shoot. She was only 17, so her Mum (Who was also a fashion stylist, and worked at a modelling agency) was involved too. I was careful to shoot a few headshots for each look, but I was pretty confident that with my high megapixel camera I could pull a headshot out of almost anything. We did a mix of natural light, and artificial. She chose her best 5 to give to her agent (I was mostly in agreement), including one we thought was perfect for her professional headshot. That was a softly lit natural light shot, with the head turned maybe just a bit far to be a "traditional" headshot, but we had more straight to camera options too. It was very natural. But her Agent said "They were beautiful, but too 'Modelly' " So I went back to the other shots, cropped about 17 into headshots, and sent them off for approval. Her agent writes back this morning and is in love with one shot (to replace her old headshot), so I was right - and we got the shot. Job done. The thing is... it's absolutely not my fave shot. It's good, but we got better. In this shot she was wearing a low cut collared "business" jacket, and she presents as about 25? Is that a positive considering her actual age maybe? She's looking straight to camera, but it's a straight up fashion shot. Lots of attitude. Fashion lighting. Very editorial. More "modelly" than the one we were rejected on in my eyes. I guess it's a personal preference. But I'm wondering if Acting Agents are looking for something different? Because her Mum (A Model Agent) absolutely loved the other shots for a model folio (her daughter technically isn't one. Concentrates on acting). Also, I'm currently in a small market. And it's not known for being bold. Everything I saw of her other talent was very... safe. Is that a factor? If you could sum up the best acting headshots you've seen or had taken, what would you say they have that makes them work? Is it a certain type of lighting? Location? Expression? Clothing? Is there any way to elevate them beyond what everyone else is doing? Or best to stick to what's proven to work?

I’m interested in becoming a porn actor. Any idea to start? by EcxTaZy_LeMAs  •  last post Jan 28th

questions about top talent agencies by RuinAlive  •  last post Jan 28th

I am moving to LA a few months before the major network release of my first supporting role in a drama series. I am aware that it’s hard to get the attention of the big and reputable agencies, but I’d like to know a few things: Are top talent agencies looking for new and upcoming talent? Would they sign someone after they have their first major role in a show? As an actor with only a few credits, would it be harmful to join a top talent agency? Do they treat all talent the same and give all of their talent the same opportunities? And are these agencies all SAG-AFTRA? I have received a SAG invitation, but I won’t join until I have to, but if I get signed, will I have to join? Do I reach out to the agency first? Of course, I’d only reach out if they accept submissions, but do the agencies ever reach out to the talent? Would an email submission considered annoying? If I chose to email, am I supposed to market myself to these agencies and convince them to sign me? Would it be responsible for me to reach out to the agencies BEFORE my first appearance on a major network comes out? And would it be wise to connect with talent repped by these agencies so that I can get a recommendation? I am open to any other creative ways, thoughts, or ideas that can help me sign with a top talent agency. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I really would like to have a strategy going into this industry. And I can use all the help I can get.

Questions about New Series Regular Bookings by mgruffer  •  last post Jan 28th

We just found out that my daughter was pinned for a series regular role on a SAG-AFTRA pilot for a major streaming service. We know we can't celebrate yet, but I'm new to this and wondering what to expect if she actually gets it. Filming is expected to start in two months. I am wondering: 1. What happens if filming happens in another state/country? Do they help with lodging and travel expenses and things like that, and how would this be decided? What if the parents can't make the move, even if temporary? (We totally can and would, but as she's a minor I'm just wondering how they make this work for everyone involved). 2. Will they let us read the entire script to make sure we approve of the content before agreeing to the terms? 3. Is it possible for the agent to blow the deal and we never even find out that an offer was made/discussed? Does this happen sometimes and the actor never even knows that they were "in the mix"? Thank you!

any book recommendations? by nxvsha  •  last post Jan 28th

I recently read Jenna Fischers book called "The Actors Life" and absolutely loved it! Wondering if there are any other ones you guys would recommend.

Looking to cast male actors 16-27 by swollendreams  •  last post Jan 28th

Hey I am looking to cast 2 male actors for lgbtq role, ages between 16-27, let me know if anyone here would be possibly interested? I am looking for one with a decent athletic build, the other thin-regular.

Actors who've turned down paid roles: what is your story? by SPELDWR0NG  •  last post Jan 28th

If you've turned down multiple paid gigs then what was the story of either the first or most interesting role you turned down?

Does anyone miss the idea of in person auditions? - Especially actors in NYC and LA. by CaliforniaStoked  •  last post Jan 28th

I love self tapes. As someone who gets nervous during in person auditions and stresses about forgetting my lines, self tapes are where I feel like my best work gets to shine. They truly are a blessing for me. But being an LA actor, one who moved here from a small town- I miss driving to Hollywood or a studio lot looking my best and feeling like a million bucks. Driving down palm tree lined streets on a beautiful sunny California day, while listening to music that makes you feel something and going over lines. Always having that small glimmer of hope that today could be the day that everything changes. I miss the energy of commercial auditions, and the back and forth banter with a casting director that you really hit it off with. Or that celebratory special treat after an audition, when you feel like you did well. I appreciate self tapes, and the convenience of them. But I’m ready for the world to go back to normal now, because I miss the LA audition experience.