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Reddit · 21 Sep 2021

[PAID] Looking for 4 voice actors for 3D-animated short film, "SHATTERED". Cantonese-speaking ability required for 3 roles. Pay around $100 — rate negotiable!

Hi! I am creating a 3D-animated short film for my senior thesis that will primarily be in Cantonese and feature a Chinese-American family in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY. We’re currently seeking voice actors for our film, specifically three Cantonese-speaking voice actors. * **SCOTT — $100:** A 17-18 year old, queer Chine…

Reddit · 21 Sep 2021

[PAID] Looking for 4 voice actors for 3D-animated short film, "SHATTERED". Cantonese-speaking ability required for 3 roles. Pay around $100 — rate negotiable!

Hi! I am creating a 3D-animated short film for my senior thesis that will primarily be in Cantonese and feature a Chinese-American family in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY. We’re currently seeking voice actors for our film, specifically three Cantonese-speaking voice actors. ​ * **SCOTT — $100:** A 17-18 year old, qu…

Reddit · 20 Sep 2021

Need help with my location settings on Actors Access.

Under my account section I'm trying to select more than just two regions  But it won't let me. I want to get notifications for basically anything on the entire East Coast. Why can't I do this?  What the hell am I paying for? Also trying to set it so I only get notifications for feature films.

Reddit · 20 Sep 2021

Don’t ask what your chance of being famous is…we’ll never know, and it’s counterproductive to ask.

All over this subreddit and the rest of the Internet, I see questions about “I am X, can I still act?” Or, “I am X years old, is there still time?” The answer is always yes…if you want to act because you love it. But come on, when we ask this, we’re asking, “Is it still possible to become rich and famous?” Maybe not EV…

Reddit · 20 Sep 2021

How do I credit voice actors correctly?

I've been working on a project where for a couple of the characters we have one actor for the acting on screen and a different actor for the voice over - how would I differentiate their credits? I have done: Katie: .... Katie's voice performance: ... Is there a better way of doing this should I break down the credits u…

Reddit · 20 Sep 2021

INSANE Hazbin Hotel Cover

Hello you beautiful voice actors! Recently I took a number of courses that really made it clear to me that in order to really get out there and be noticed, on top of being great at auditions, is to make content and be known - and so I made a cover of a song with the help of my professional audio engineer friend and I h…

Reddit · 20 Sep 2021

is this a legit agency?

It's called MAX Agency and it is in Toronto There are over 200 google reviews and they seem split on either completely loving the agency or hating it. I am completely 50-50 on whether it's a scam or not because some of the negative comments really just look like bitter people who didn't get an audition while a lot of t…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Actors with websites: would you recommend making one?

I’ve gotten mixed feedback regarding the usefulness of actor websites nowadays. One of the main pros I can think of is that it has all your materials in one place. What other things should actors consider when deciding whether or not they need a website? How has your site helped you? Would love to know your thoughts. T…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

What are some things I should consider when trying to pursue a career in voice acting?

For a while I’ve been wanting to become a voice actor. I’m just curious if there are maybe any good ways to practice voice acting. Also what are some things I should consider or know before becoming a voice actor. Any advice is very much appreciated :)

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Director/writer just changed the project to voiceover, a week before we’re supposed to film. I’m angry. This is unprofessional right? What should I do??

Two months ago I booked a lead role in a project that was supposed to be a trilogy of three short films. The writer/director of the film just told me they are making it completely animated… ONE WEEK before we’re supposed to film. And before that he changed filming dates around multiple times. Which caused my hotel date…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Tips or advice for a young person who would like to pursue voice acting as a career one day

For quite a while I’ve been wanting to become a voice actor. I mainly would like to voice in anime and video games since that is what has inspired me to want to become a voice actor. I would like some advice on when would maybe be the best time to start or maybe even where to start. Also what are some things I should c…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

FEMALE VOICE ACTOR NEEDED (just for fun)

im looking for a female voice actor to say a few lines for a youtube series im doing called detectives under cover. look here for more info [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ed1P0qbOQNTXmFxL5vT8g/videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-ed1P0qbOQNTXmFxL5vT8g/videos) this is not for a major role i just need these li…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Hot take: stop over producing your self tapes.

My agent told me that the majority of his clients are booking jobs based on extremely minimal self tape production value. The lighting does not have to be perfect, and in fact, he told me that extremely well produced tapes like those you record at a studio, will often be seen negatively by casting, as it means the acto…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Survey for voice actors

Hi everyone! I am looking for input from voice artists to find out how you use owned platforms (e.g. a personal website) to market your services and how satisfied you are with the options available. I have a feeling this is a particularly annoying challenge, and your input will be hugely helpful to me in solving it! Pl…

Reddit · 19 Sep 2021

Adelaide Fringe Play Auditions Open!

Hi everyone! I'm Jazz from Quasar Arts - a new theatre company based in Adelaide, Australia. Currently our auditions for an original, new play (sci-fi, dystopian-drama) titled 'Escaping The Burning Sun' that will be premiering in the 2022 Adelaide Fringe Festival are OPEN. If you are from Adelaide, or know anyone from…

Reddit · 18 Sep 2021

feeling overwhelmed by multiple auditions i need to do. do you guys have any tips or advice on how to handle/deal with multiple auditions (time management and etc)?

hello fellow actors. i am just starting out. i am looking to build my reel so the past few days, ive just been submitting to several student film castings and commercials in hopes i can get footage and build my reel in the process. i now have 4 pending audition invite, and there are about 3 prescreens that i am also pl…

Reddit · 18 Sep 2021

ARBRO STELLA Voice Casting [Indie Cartoon]

Hello, everybody,  Call me Blond. I have been working for some time now on a passion project and I would like to cast those of you who are interested in the work to voiceover some of the characters of the main cast.   Here's a teaser featuring some characters of the main cast: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqeqlZVY6…

Reddit · 18 Sep 2021

Character Demo is finally done, need honest feedback!

So I finally finished my character demo! I don't really consider myself a character actor and prefer to stick with just boring ol' voice over work, but through being on Fiverr and just getting booked for random things I've sort of been pushed more and more towards character acting. Also every once in a while I see a po…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

How helpful are book like these for aspiring actors?

I’m mostly referring to the two books below and any similar to them. If they are useful, in what way? And would you say one is better than another? https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/0801481546/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1 https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/0896762521/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

WeAudition Reader Experience?

Short version: I'm trying to get back on my acting game and feeling extraordinary rusty. I keep hearing about WeAudition and thinking that serving as a reader could help me get back in the swing if connecting with other actors while helping with *their* projects without having to have/coordinate my own. If you've been…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Is it a bad idea to get SAG Vouchers from a background job?

Hi all, I got asked to do a background job (I have an obscure trait that they need from a few background actors). I would get $ and a SAG Voucher, and this would be my 2nd voucher (earned another in 2019 for a commercial). I don't want to shoot myself in the foot and limit job opportunities in the future, but I also do…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Where to find a coach to help me improve talking voice?

I don't really plan to be a voice actor, if anything the closest activity I'd like to try would be casting my favorite games (Starcraft 2 and Rainbow 6). But I really want to hire a voice acting coach or a similar professional to help me improve my talking voice because I always thought I had a bad speaking voice. I fe…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Looking for Andrew Garfield Spider-Man Sound-a-Like for Audio Drama Project - PAID

Currently looking for an actor who can channel Andrew Garfield's portrayal of Spider-Man, while still being able to perform and act beyond an impression. The role will be for a non-profit full script audio drama. Paid at $2 a line for a total of 226 lines. $452 overall. Auditions will be needed before final confirmatio…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Have you ever "faked" your way through a scene?

The actors I know are all self-described method actors; according to them, you have to feel sad to play sad or otherwise the audience will notice. But I'm not so sure that's true. I'm pretty sure there are tons of actors that do not emotionally prepare for their scenes. They go out and say their lines while going throu…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Just some stuff I've noticed when people / new people post on here. This is a place for advice so help us help you. **Specifics are our friend.** Let's practice critical thinking.... **EX 1: I've gotten a brand new agent/mgr/rep! I don't know what to do ack help!!!**

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Acting for videogames - Will the cinema-theater training work? or maybe I should try something more focalized?

I am very new at acting, I haven't done it since high school (but I remember loving it! I am now 30 F yo) I am a game developer generalist (programmer, 3d and 2d artist) and recently re-discovered my love for singing and acting, and I'd like to use it in game development, I am currently going to acting classes, they ar…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Booked my First SAG movie and my Scene was cut Venting and using this space to talk to myself

In the Past 2 years I've booked 3 SAG Feature Films 2 Major Stream Series, and 6 Commercials. I've been incredibly fortunate. I can definitely say I know a thing or two, but I'm not here to act like I'm the shit or pretend I know everything. Cause I don't. I still have a lot to learn. I'm just here to Vent because I kn…

Reddit · 17 Sep 2021

Finally have time to get started as a voice actor. I want to make a demo reel and need advice.

Hello all, as the title states, I am just getting started. I want to make a demo reel based off some scripts but don't really know where to look for a variety if script samples that are safe for me to use in the demo reel. Any suggestions or resources? I can see myself doing eLearning, professional, ads, etc. Trying di…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Don't ever stop and it's never too late

I just felt like sharing my acting story because i feel like this might help some of you I'm not where I want to be as an actor but the last few weeks changed a lot for me and I'm nearer to my goal than ever 9 years ago I had the change to act on a real stage in front of real people for the first time, it was so much f…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

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 · 16 Sep 2021

Actors access video quality

Hello everyone, Can someone help me out here? I’ve uploaded a 1080p quality video on actors access but it seems to be watered down due to the site? What can I do to resolve this? If I uploaded a 720p quality video would the site water it down more or would it be better off for me? I do not want to take the video I alre…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Actors Access Plus Questions.

Hello, I've been searching for an answer, but I couldn't find one. I'm thinking of signing up for actors access plus account, and I'm wondering if the plus account will allow me to upload demo clips for free? I notice I can submit unlimitedly, as well as pictures are free, but I'm wondering what about a demo reel? Can…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

When you booked your first costar, were you repped or unrepped?

A young actor I’m mentoring asked me this question, and I gave them my answer, but I’m curious how typical it is. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/ppfas2)

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

How Does an Agent Deal With a Complicated Schedule?

I am thinking of getting an agent after years of being self-represented. I used to get a lot of small roles from being self-represented, but I think I am ready for the next level and have someone submit me for bigger roles and give me feedback on how to be better. However, I already have tons of opportunities as a bran…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Anyone have Dyspraxia?

Pretty much the only well-known actor who I can think of that has it is Daniel Radcliffe. If you're not aware of what Dyspraxia is...it's pretty much a disorder that ruins your fine motor skills. Kids with it have terrible handwriting, suck at sports, poor coordination. take longer to learn to tie their shoes, etc. Of…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Is it worth it to join AEA if I’m moving to LA after school?

Grad student at an acting program here. During the final year of our MFA, we do a show with a regional house in the area and get an equity contract if I so choose, to join the union. My goal is to primarily work in tv/film post-graduation, and move to LA to do so…is joining equity even worth it in the LA market? The in…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Rejoin Equity or Spotlight?

UK voice actor here. I got my memberships with Equity (union) and Spotlight (UK's main/biggest casting directory) through on-camera work, but the pandemic hit and I let my memberships lapse for financial reasons. About a year ago, I got into voice acting and ended up with a whole professional setup at home. I love it s…

Reddit · 16 Sep 2021

Does smoking weed dull your reactions, even when you’re sober?

My new teacher has a no drugs (including but not limited to weed) 24 hours before class rule, which makes sense because she doesn’t want people showing up high. However, she also explicitly recommended that none of us smoke pot at all. She says consistent smoking will “dull reactions and create a very distinctive letha…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Plays with ADHD characters?

Hello I (17M) am an actor, mostly musical theatre is where my passion lies but I do read plays often and enjoy performing in them as well. I have ADHD and while it does make my life pretty difficult at times, it has honestly served me well in many aspects of acting (learning Stanislavski). I can live in the moment and…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

CASTING NOTICE for a short student film in the West Palm Beach / Lake Worth areas of Florida

TITLE: 4:08 PM TYPE: Student Short Film of a 6-page Script SYNOPSIS: Blair and Dylan, a young couple deeply in love, spend their last moments together before an asteroid destroys the world. ***** ROLES: Blair and Dylan BLAIR - A person in their mid-20s to early 30s. They are an emotionally sensitive person. The concept…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Will flint three tears of drama/theater school help me with getting better at acting?

I am currently doing a three year run theatre school in my country. I want to be an actor when we grow up. Will doing theatre help me with that, make me better in any kind of way?

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Importance of social media to career? Thoughts appreciated

Hi everyone! **15-second version:** Having a huge social media following and "engaging" (whatever the f\*\*\* that's even supposed to mean lol) with followers is like, way way WAY more important for your acting career than I thought (like... frighteningly so?), and apparently agents and the like think you should be on…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

How to improve my acting at home? I’m an aspiring voice actor who is pretty bad at it.

The reason i’m asking is because I am always told I’m bad at lying so I also wonder if that has anything to do with it

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Best Acting School Chandigarh ,India

Best Acting Classes Chandigarh -MS Asian Film Academy is a renowned acting school located in the heart of Chandigarh. We offer extensive training for the serious actor in theatre, film, and television. It’s a Unit of MSAsian Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. (MS Groupe). Our Academy provides the tools, training, and discipline t…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

I’m a former actor.

I wouldn’t call my self famous, but I have been pulled in the streets a few times. I acted as the CCTV footage of James Bulger on “CrimesThatShookBritain”. I had been coached acting through “stagecoach” within their studios. I have stopped acting for around, 5years. I leave school in May, so the question is; do I go ba…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

A very newbie question about dialog delivery...

Hi all. I've frequently seen bloopers in sitcoms where someone will mention that they only know their lines. I've always wondered, how is that possible? I know it's a dumb question but how do you know when your next turn is to speak if you don't know if the previous actor is fully done delivering their lines? Forgive m…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Disability in Casting

Hey guys! This is my first time posting on this community, but I finally have a reason :) I’m in the IB (international baccalaureate) program at school and we have to write a two sided argument about an ethical dilemma. Mine is -“Should able bodied actors be cast in the roles of disabled characters?” Please feel free t…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Laptop in the booth?

Newbie Voice Actor here: you'll probably see me post ALOT of questions over the next month! I'm making a Vocal Booth with PVC booth but with a wooden frame and Producer's Choice Acoustic blankets from VocalBoothToGo. I would love to have a laptop in the booth to record but I'm worried about fan noise. Any laptop recomm…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

drama school vs acting classes

i’m currently on a gap year after graduating highschool, i was supposed to apply to drama school for this year but i didn’t feel ready mentally. truthfully, i’ve just always had this weird feeling about drama school that i haven’t been able to pinpoint. is that demanding and intense 3 years worth it when you can learn…

Reddit · 15 Sep 2021

Any advice appreciated.

So I really would like to be a voiceover actress for animated movies and cartoons. How would I best go about doing that?