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Best way to simultaneously record voice actors that are in different locations. by GeoMDCM • last post Jan 2nd
Please excuse my ignorance as I'm completely new to this. I'm interested in making a scripted podcast. When I was a "writer" in Los Angeles, I pitched multiple scripts, blah blah blah, nothing happened. Anyway, I always wanted to film/create the movies my self, but that avenue just isn't an option. I'd like to create a scripted podcast, and before I get too far ahead of my self, I'd like to figure out if it's plausible. For the sake of argument, let's say on location isn't an option. I'm trying to figure out the correct/best way to simultaneously record multiple voice actors that are all in different locations. How I envision the process is to have voice actors record their own dialogue while connected through skype to play off each other's emotions. When the scene/s is complete, they send me the files that they have recorded and I can mix them in post. Recording the actual Skype session was an option, but I figured the compression would just kill the mixing/editing in post. Like I said before, please excuse my ignorance. If there is a correct way to do this, let me know. Or if you have any further questions, don't hesitate to ask.
The Screen Actors Guild & Leaving New York | Will Franken by midnightmasss • last post Jan 2nd
Best websites for extra work in Los Angeles or New York? by NimbusCloud1 • last post Jan 2nd
10 years ago I registered with Central casting in Los Angeles. The only offers I ever got for extra work we're actually positions where they just wanted somebody to bring props, usually a car that had to be no more than 2 years old and they always wanted me to bring my own costume to play a police woman or a waitress, Etc. I recently rejoined and it seems like nothing has changed. The latest job required that I bring my own bagpipes. This place feels like such a total joke but I hear people say they use it all the time and get work. I also just discovered that there is something called extras access. This is obviously the same company as Actors Access and breakdown Express. I tried to log in with the same registration information I have for my Actors Access account but it didn't recognize me. So do I have to create a whole different profile for extras access? Also looks like they charge to submit to extra work? no way.
Question for London based actors! by tomibombadill • last post Jan 2nd
Hello London actors! Anyone heard about Middleweek Newton academy? Supposedly it's mostly a screen acting course with an agency read at the end. I know the agency is legit but I am curious about the quality of the course. Is it any good? Or is it just to lure people in with false promises of getting an agent? I am also open to hear some suggestion of some good workshops in London if you have some! Cheers guys!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jan 2 by AutoModerator • last post Jan 2nd
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.
Improv comedy experience..amyone else? by StrobeRogers • last post Jan 1st
Hello, I seem to do better when i am around other actors vs my local indie school, where I usually have non actors. Anyone else and what does this mean? Thanks
Actors Gaming League by ChrisLuhrsVA • last post Jan 1st
Hey everyone! I'm starting a group called Actors Gaming League. Mainly for Fortnite right now but if you're interested in joining the Discord server, let me know. :)
Actors Gaming League by ChrisLuhrsVA • last post Jan 1st
Hey everyone! I'm starting a group called Actors Gaming League. Mainly for Fortnite right now. If you're interested in joining the Discord server, let me know. The only requirement is to have a microphone. :)
What are some good ressources to check out if want to improve your craft? by SirCuntyMcDoucheface • last post Jan 1st
I've recently got into VOing and am now trying to find ways to improve. So far, I've found the book "The Art of Voice Acting" by James Alburger which seems to be highly respected in the community, a similar book by famous voice actor Yuri Lowenthal, and the "Tip of The Tongue" podcast on the JelloApocalypse YouTube channel. If someone could point me towards any other good ressources that I could learn from, free or not, that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Acting beyond the method by stile03 • last post Jan 1st
Daniel day Lewis is considered in the top 3 actors to ever live (if not the best actor) and he is renowned for his embodiment of his characters, not one of his performances are the same which makes him so unique and amazing. He is known for being a method actor that stays in character throughout the entire 8 month shoots of his movies, there was a claim that in “my left foot” DDL would make people push him around set in a wheelchair and that he broke 2 ribs whilst acting out his paralysis. So my question is, do you guys think that there will ever be an actor better than DDL? And my second question is do you think that it is possible for an actor to surpass Daniel day Lewis without being a method actor? Or is method acting vital to reaaaallly connecting with a characters past present future and emotions related.
Any of you actors out there skateboard? by throwawayacccccccoun • last post Jan 1st
Just curious.
When I watch myself on video, I find myself involuntarily shaking my head. I hate it. What might you recommend to break this habit? by OUntimelyDeath • last post Dec 31st
I’ve been this way for years, but it hasn’t been as much a problem before as it is for the project I’m working on now. I’ve taken movement classes, and apparently they didn’t beat this out of me. Little shakes, when I’m trying to keep my head still. Like Jay Leno. It doesn’t seem to be medically related. I’ve checked with my physician. This is just how I am. I hate this more than anything else about me, because it makes me a worse actor, and I just can’t seem to shak— uh, you know, get rid of it. Any tips to help me be more mindful of my movements? And happy new year, of course!
Need help by JulesLuck7 • last post Dec 31st
I been going through horrible depression. My life isn’t how I wanted it to be not even close to what I wanted. I know i shouldn’t be complaining because at the end of the day I have a roof.. but I can’t stop thinking I want to be happier. I want to stop thinking about what happened.... anyways I’m on here because I always wanted to be a actress since I was little. I guess I owe it to my innocent old me to atleast try. If you guys can help me.. I would really appreciate it.
Acting Lessons & Coaching for making YouTubes? by tgparker2010 • last post Dec 31st
I'm a non-Actor, but I do have a small business which I wish to promote on YouTube. I was wondering if there were any Acting Lessons & Coaching for making YouTubes for Non-actors looking to promote their biz. I don't want or need to win an "Oscar, but I would like my YouTube presentations and prmotions to be more Effective & Dynamic? Ideas and Suggestions? Thanks in advance?
I have no idea what I'm doing by IDrawStuffSometimes7 • last post Dec 31st
I've been told I should be a voice actor. And tbh that sounds awesome cuz I've always loved cartoons and the like. I just have no idea how to do any of that stuff, like where to go, what to get, etc. (If anyone cares but I doubt it) I can strain my voice really high but also creepily low (female). Like I can do a perfect (perfect) Timmy Turner, pretty much any Tara Strong voice for that matter; Truffles, Dil, adolescent boy or sweet little girl voices. The other babies from Rugrats are pretty easy too (except Susie of course, only Cree can do Susie). Also sassy teen girl voice "like whateverrrr." And then I can go super low and do a nice Charlotte Pickles (I like Rugrats a lot). I've managed to go even lower and give people chills. Like it's scary how low my voice is for being female. Finally, and much to my boyfriend's dismay, my anime girl voices are cringy af, the stereotypical english-dubbed anime girl voice; for example, the english version of "nico nico niiii" might as well be me. Not to toot my own horn, I just wanna know if I can get anywhere with... this.
Can we get a sticky post for all the “I want to be a voice actor” questions? by KindaAVampire • last post Dec 31st
It seems like multiple people a day will post the exact same question and get the same answers. I get that many people don’t look at the sidebar, having something front and center with resources and links will probably help cut down on the repetitive “I’ve been told I have a great voice, what now?” posts over and over and over again.
Value in learning to lip sync? by kwpapke • last post Dec 31st
Most of my VO work is for [my Youtube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFIXyhSUTEPgWJYh851xGg). Most of the scenes are shot out in the wilderness. Sometimes, despite using a dead cat, lav mic, etc. I get crappy audio due to high winds, background noise like a waterfall/river, or other issues. I've been tempted to learn how to lipsync to patch in studio quality audio, but not sure whether that skill has value beyond that occasional use. I do some audiobooks, Librivox work, etc. and have considered doing more commercial VO work. It seems like a lot of CGI voices done by celebrity actors are essentially lip sync jobs, some commercials are perhaps created this way because the actor has a lousy voice. Anyway, curious if there is a market for lip sync talent out there. Any first-hand knowledge?
NEED FEMALE VOICE OVER [HIRING] by LaurenLane923 • last post Dec 31st
I am looking for a female voice actor to do a short voice over. Willing to pay $15 Must. * Be confident * Have good equipment * Be engaging * Not be afraid to tweak my original script * Not have a radio voice (looking for a more casual theme) If things go well i will hire you **DAILY** for new voice overs! To apply all you have to do is send me a sample of your voice in DM.
When do Non-Union projects film in Toronto? by PuffyBunny96 • last post Dec 31st
Hey! I live in Toronto and I am a new actress, but I need to get some sort of job ASAP. I am non-union right now and was just wondering if you think it's possible for me to try and get a temporary 9-5? as it seems that everything that I have done for the non-union projects I've worked on has been on the weekends (and it seems a lot of the ppl doing union stuff must have day jobs too?) Thanks! TLDR - does most non-union stuff film on weekends or nah?
Need voice actors ASAP for a proof of concept project by projectstuff500 • last post Dec 31st
Hi everyone! I'm looking for voice actors to basically record some short scene readings as part of a show pitch. I want people to use the ubiquitous epic fantasy/historical drama Britishish accent of *Game of Thrones*, *Lord of the Rings*, *Rome*, *Medici*, *Vikings*, etc. **Altogether, I have eight speaking roles/characters and around 16 lines of dialogue that I want performed**. They do not all have to be played by different voice actors, but the voices have to sound distinct. Here are the roles: **A mad emperor** **(male; in late 40s)**, 1 line **A lord at court** **(male; in late 40s)**, 1 line **An ambitious rebel commander** **(male; in late 20s/early 30s)**, 2 lines **A principled empress** **(female; in mid 50s)**, 1 line **A deposed queen (female; in late 30s/early 40s)**, around 4 lines **A young king** **(male; in early 20s)** around 3 lines **A gregarious emperor** **(male; in late 40s)**, 2 lines **A fiery empress** **(female; in early 40s)**, 2 lines Please contact me if you are interested and/or can help me find good voice actors for the project. I'm willing to pay for quality but I'm doing this independently and don't want to spend a lot of money (and this is only part of my pitch). Thank you very much for your help!