Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
As an actor, is it frowned upon if your favourite movies are MCU movies?
Like would you be considered less of an actor if that’s what even inspired you to act.
Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
Question about direct marketing, and the numbers of emails people say they send
I read posts where someone writes "I send about 50 emails per day to various orgs/companies". Fifty. As in five zero. Every day? To whom? And would it be follow up emails, or generic "Hi there, I do voices, any interest in using me for a project?". I can't imagine even LA or NY having that many companies involved in VO…
Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
Background should have its own sub
This sub gets bogged down with questions about background work and I think it should have it's own sub. This is not a slight against those who do background work. It is challenging work and essential to tv/filmmaking. But it is not acting, and has nothing to do with the craft. There is almost no practical crossover bet…
Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
Worst Free Porject I've Taken Part Of
So, a few weeks ago, I saw a post on one of my state's many acting Facebook groups. It was for a slasher/horror film. Of course, it was a free project and I decided to throw my resume in despite having no care in the world if I got in or not. For a little context, my resume isn't impressive and I've only recently been…
Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
How often do CDs extend audition deadlines?
I got a self tape request through ecocast a day ago for a network series regular pilot. By the time I got a reader to help me tape, I did my audition last minute and submitted to my agent about 5 minutes past the deadline due to difficulties uploading the videos, so they weren’t able to submit me to casting. 2 hours la…
Reddit · 22 Apr 2022
Wearing glasses as an actor?
I'm a BFA Acting student graduating in a year. I have extremely poor vision, and I've always worn glasses because contacts are both too expensive and not recommended for me. I have a bit of a unique eye problem that prevents me from doing most sports, going on rollercoasters, trampolines, etc. because any G-force or he…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
agencies
Look Models & Actors said that I would have to pay a $35 consultation fee because I’m not already in the industry, is that a thing agencies do? I thought Look was reputable but it’s giving scam.
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Good survival jobs?
I’m an acting student in college, and the plan is to move to New York after I graduate. While I’m here, I want to minor in a field that would help support the actor’s lifestyle. Any suggestions for what field I should study?
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback
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 a…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Acting in Horror (and screaming question)
I'm a female actor cast in my first horror project (and my first project since 2019 thanks covid) but I have no idea how to pull this off. I'd love to hear some techniques from other actors, especially ones who have acted in a project where they get killed by a monster (lol). I also have no idea how to scream. Do I pra…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
LGBT Actors- how do you play "Straight?"
I've been cast to play a straight man in a love triangle with 2 women, and I'm gay. I'm not very flamboyant or feminine, but it's not totally far fetched either to pin me as not straight. How have you dealt with this before? How can I be as believable as possible?
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Who are the top 10 Hottest/most in demand actors right now?
Timothee Chalamat...who else?
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Any book recommendations on Psychology?
I believe it’s important to have knowledge about psychology as an actor as it helps you determine why your character acts the way they do and what makes them tic.
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Actor's real names
I often see actor's real names written on IMDB and therefore on wikipedia and everywhere else. For example Natalie Portman - born Natalie Hershlag, Winona Ryder - born Winona Hershlag, Rebel Wilson - born Melanie Bownds and plenty of others. My question is do they have to list their birth name on IMDB or is it their ch…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
I came across a casting call that is past the deadline on actors access but is still available to check out
Is this some sort of error or has the submission date been extended?
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Acting more butch as a feminine man
First, I wanna start this by saying I’m very comfortable with myself as a man. I don’t really care that I’m perceived as being feminine. But it’s affecting my career as an actor so I’m not looking for comments that align with the sentiment “who cares! Just be you :)” Also I know I can turn down roles, but if I did I wo…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
is this a good acting class?
The two acting classes I've found locally have a ton of beginner actors. Are these kind of classes good? One is fun. The other is super boring...even though its full of beginners.
Reddit · 21 Apr 2022
Unvaccinated Actors
Is it difficult for unvaccinated actors to get an agent currently? I was going to send in my materials to an agency but they told me they only accept vaccinated actors Is this common? Will I be able to find an agent as an unvaccinated? Thanks
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
need your advice on acting training
Much of my early training was reading and reciting simpler material, mostly from children's books, song lyrics (much of it for children but not always) and reading simpler texts. I did this with a teacher who mostly focused on my voice, both singing and speaking. I was also taught how to use body movement when reciting…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
Engineering college student in Texas. How hard would it be to land a job?
I live in the middle of nowhere in Texas. I’m also an engineering student in college, but I have always had a passion for acting. I was an actor in my theatre program for high school for 3 years and have done student films. Should I consider moving or getting an agent?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
Rankings
If you're not new to the biz, then you know the star meter rankings don't mean anything and no one cares about them for reasons I shouldn't have to go into here (do your research). But is that same "system" applied to the agencies or companies that rep the actors? I'm asking because I see agencies listed in the top ran…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
Does Magnesium spray help?
I heard another Voice actor say they used magnesium spray for tired vocal chords. Is this helpful? If so, what brands do you recommend?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
any American here signed to a Canadian or out of USA agent?
Just want to see if any American actor on this board has been lucky enough to get reps in Canada or somewhere else? I'm just ready to travel anywhere for my career. I need to start making moves.
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
Take note actors... These are the types of agents to avoid like the plague.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/u6i7au/bad\_sign\_or\_not\_honest\_opinions\_wanted\_from/](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/u6i7au/bad_sign_or_not_honest_opinions_wanted_from/) [https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/u7lkx0/agent\_meeting\_update\_you\_cant\_make\_this\_shit\_up/](https://www.reddi…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
Should I upgrade to AA plus if I'm a beginner?
I only have like one film credit, ands its a small role. Is AA for more experienced actors who have more credits? Is it worth paying 70$ for?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2022
skills section of an actors profile. How much is too much?
I've been trying to look through other people's acting profiles to get some wisdom here, but I'm curious on the Reddit perspective. I've basically spent my entire life trying every hobby... Juggling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, motorcycles every type of longboarding and skateboarding, capoeira, rock climbing, break dancing, t…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Does Actors Access fully vet everything?
Submitted and got an audition for a role- but the director ,writer, producer are not listed. CD is but cant find anything on them. The audition instructions are weird- asking me to watch a video and film my reaction. Says the role pays decently but something feels kinda off. Its listed as a "feature" film.
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Pay from union/payrolled jobs
Question from working actors: When you work a job that uses a payroll service like EP, ABS, etc, does your agency have the check made out to them? (You’ve signed a check authorization at some point.) And then they send you a check with your cut. Do they also send a scan of the check? If not - how do you track your ytd…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Are there any other groups other than TMFA that help actors get more comfortable around others?
I personally found TMFA sketchy and kinda slummy so just curious if anyone knows of any.
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Offered a Resident Artist Position, is it worth it?
I've been offered a position as a Resident Artist with a local arts center but don't know if this is even a typical or fair rate/situation I've been offered. To be honest, I didn't even know that resident artists positions still existed, within theaters as an actor at least. I auditioned for their center's production t…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Feeling bait-and-switched: Got lead role, but it's VR and I can't use any of it
Ive worked really hard in acting professional for 7 years. Recently, I started transitioning to one of my biggest loves: COMEDY! After years of doing smaller projects with qwful footage, I've been searching high and low for a GREAT comedy project to be a part of. I managed to land the lead role of an excellent, well-wr…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Learning to act self taught style?
I'm not looking to become a professional actor, or audition for anything, or any of that. I just want to become as good of an actor as I possibly can, and develop the skill for my own needs, like performing a character in one of my own skits. How can I begin, should I just record myself acting and see how I do, then re…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Actors for Ukraine Benefit!!
Calling all actors across the world to join us this Saturday for an Actors for Ukraine Benefit!! Hello my name is Brian Beegle and I am a Casting Director in Atlanta, Georgia. On Saturday, April 23rd at 8PM Eastern Time, I'll be hosting a 3 hour fundraiser for Ukraine on Youtube Live, and I am going to teach a very uni…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
Who are your favorite LGBT actors under 40?
ideally favorite non binary/ male actors in their 20's?
Reddit · 19 Apr 2022
How do you manage excitement over "big" auditions? (context below)
So I'm a trans actor and am in a weird spot right now. The auditions I get from my agent are either token co-star/guest star roles that are clearly meant to check a box for the network or they're massive roles that CDs are having a hard time filling because they don't really know enough queer actors yet. I have this cu…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Actors with an S-CORP? What does the nitty gritty look like, is it worth it?
Been advised to incorporate by my reps. All very exciting stuff, spoke to someone who does this process but he warned me there is a lot of maintenance that goes into it, bookkeeping, payroll, etc. He says it’s a lot of maintenance and one has to be organized. So i’m just curious if you guys on here that do have an S co…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Industry Questions
Hey! I’m a hobbiest voice actor who is looking to make it in the industry. I do have one question that’s been bugging me for a while. Before now, all of my work included projects from Casting Call Club that were basically Minecraft and Gacha projects. I was recently told that this could get you blacklisted in the indus…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Bad sign or not??? (honest opinions wanted from actors who have representation)
Okay... So in my search for represention, I've had agents get back to me and I've had a couple of offers. So in wrapping up my decision, I reached out to a couple more agencies that asked me where I was based but didn't hit me back upon my answer. I told them I had other offers to consider and to let me know if I shoul…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Where to look for Representation
Hi all, I am a trained actor through a reputable studio for profesisonal actors and have a Spotlight account. I am writing shows and putting them on around London to lure agents but am having little luck getting them to come see me in action. I am getting hella frustrated because I am ready to work and am playing along…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Spouse Doesn’t Support my Acting Career in LA
Hi actors! I’m a SAG-AFTRA actor in LA & I’ve been here since 2009. I pursued acting 2009-2012 and then took a break when I got married and I also went to hairdressing school. Recently I was working a 9-5 job that I was miserable at. I had a health scare too & I just realized I can’t be this unhappy doing administrativ…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Voice Demo Reel Line Sources.
Hello! I was going to do a Demo-Reel tomorrow for my Backstage account after setting up a makeshift sound booth. I am planning on using lines from books as characters. I don't have many books (Embarresing for an actor, I know) Do you guys have any ideas of what else I could use?
Reddit · 18 Apr 2022
Can you do non-union work once your Union?
This may be silly, but once you are a part of an agency, can you still do other jobs for other clients that are non-union? The question arises from hearing so many voice actors from podcasts saying "My first year I didn't get any work at this agency." Which makes you wonder if you should join the Union at all. (SAG-AFT…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
Looking for busines-looking actor
Not sure if that's the right subreddit anywas. ​ Its not for a movie,advertisement or anythig I just need someone to call me on Friday(22.4.2022 07:45 CET ) via video chat and act like you're offering me a job in the trading industry ​ You need to be business-looking you need to have the fitting backgroun…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
Best acting coaches in LA to get representation?
Hi, do you guys know any good acting coaches in Los Angeles to help get some representation? I know some actors have been able to sign to an agency without taking an acting class (like Lili Reinhart) but that seems to be a bit more difficult? I have looked into some coaches but there are so many it’s hard. If you guys…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
Looking for CCC alternatives
I'm not a voice actor, but I'm directing a visual novel and I'm looking for a new site to search on for talent. Since Casting Call Club's search system is currently fucked, I can't find talents I'm looking for who fit particular qualities. Are there any alternatives out there with working searchbars that allow me to fi…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
I wanna know your story!
Hello actors! It has always been a hobby of mine to look up the actors of the moment on wikipedia, find out their story, how they got into acting and cool fun facts. But I wonder now, what is your story? How did you get into acting? Did your first steps in this industry freeze you? Enjoy your Sunday!
Reddit · 17 Apr 2022
Need a voice actor? Hit me up!
Hey there! I’m a voice actor in the wings, and I’m looking for more opportunities to be apart of! I’m not exactly looking to be paid, unless it’s a bigger project, and rather looking for things to add to my portfolio! If you’d like to see what I can do, DM me at my Instagram: @/wannabe.m.e !
Reddit · 16 Apr 2022
Is this more of a UK thing?
First of all I just wish to say I am not homophobic in the slightest, I am simply wondering as I saw a post on twitter from a casting director about wanting to specifically have 'Queer actors and Performers' only get in touch for upcoming work. So my question is, with a normal job there are discrimination laws in place…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2022
Agent advice
Hey everyone, is my agent being greedy or being honest. The other day I found some work on my own from Mandy & my agent found me that same work a few days after I did. But I told him that I’ve already auditioned for them as I’ve been shortlisted. My agent then calls me few days later telling me that I shouldn’t be appl…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2022
Best Film/TV Acting Coaches In Atlanta?
I am a theatre actor based out of NYC and have worked in numerous Broadway and regional productions… whenever I get an audition or self tape for on-camera work, I feel like I have no clue what I’m doing. My fiancée and I will be moving to the Atlanta area soon for the many film opportunities, and I’d love to work with…