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Reddit by qawsedrftgyhzxcv Jul 31st

Question regarding auditions

So I’m directing a short that I wrote. I graduated film school and have been using Backstage to find actors. However, one of the actors that I really like, only read the first scene when I requested a self tape with the sides, which had two scenes. Then on...

Reddit by jordandblack Jul 31st

JordanBlackVO, my YouTube Channel! I’ve been working as a voice actor and have decided to start making original content; two videos up so far! If you’re into that, stop by!

Reddit by DiligentSTND Jul 30th

Are there any Christian actors here?

I ask because I've been interested in acting for some time, and I'm also a Christian. Christians have a big thing about foul language. The thing with that is that there are some four-letter words that I don't have a problem with using. Yet there are others I...

Reddit by Micshan Jul 30th

[Paid Work] African American Actress Needed For Podcast/Visual Novel

Hello everyone! I'm searching for an African American woman to play the role of Selena in my upcoming podcast/visual novel "The Storm Chasers". Selena is the primary antagonist to the show and is a powerful sea goddess who has been trapped on an island for...

Reddit by TheRadHatter9 Jul 30th

[Industry Talk] After Scarlett Johansson's lawsuit against Disney regarding Black Widow's streaming release, more are doing the same or thinking about it (Gerard Butler, Emma Stone). How do you think this will affect SAG/streaming relations and pay?

Scarlett's lawsuit: https://www.indiewire.com/2021/07/scarlett-johansson-sues-disney-black-widow-streaming-1234654389/ ([thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/ou21h1/scarlett_johansson_sues_disney_over_black_widow/) in r/movies) Gerard Butler...

Reddit by mraladdinsirwat Jul 30th

Actors with agents/managers/both, how do you feel like you’re doing? Where are you in your career?

Title!!

Reddit by Iceycat1234 Jul 30th

Success

I’ve had this thought recently, and it’s sort of a question. What separates those who find extreme success in this field vs those who never achieve much of anything? Now I know there’s obviously a lot of factors to success, but is there sort of a thing you...

Reddit by just_ice523 Jul 30th

Actors Access: Is it worth it?

I’m currently an actor without representation but don’t want my lack of an agent to hold back my opportunities to audition for tv/movie roles. I’ve heard that AA is the industry standard, but know that it can be challenging if you’re newer to the industry...

Reddit by Micshan Jul 30th

[Paid Work] African American Voice Actress Needed For Podcast/Visual Novel

Reddit by Ill-Measurement-4966 Jul 30th

This show explains acting very simply, i recommend watching it. They mention “Acting is making the choice that makes you fully alive,That can express your own life. Any struggles can be given if it fits script. Imagination is the actors freedom that comes

Reddit by AutoModerator Jul 29th

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...

Reddit by cerealqueen275 Jul 29th

Class for busy auditioning actor in LA/ virtual

I am auditioning a lot (3+ times a week) for leads and series regs and not getting anywhere. I’ve been pinned for some big roles in the past but lately, since everything has gone on tape, it feels like I have been at a standstill. I want to get back to taking...

Reddit by jalenbbb Jul 29th

Is it unprofessional to call a someone’s manager?

I have this actor that I idolize and I am now an actor myself and I’m not big enough to the point where I can make contact with them but I do have their managers contact info and I would seriously like to talk with this actor( they are not someone crazy huge...

Reddit by AHungerForKnowledge Jul 29th

Why do VO artists charge more for Full Broadcast Rights?

I’m brand new to voice acting. I’ve been approached by a few people who have asked how much I charge for full broadcast rights. I’m obviously not complaining, but why do voice actors charge more for full broadcast rights? It’s no additional work so I guess I...

Reddit by justsomethrowawayacc Jul 29th

Should I disclose that I’m an actor when applying for regular jobs?

I live in the LA market and I’ve heard that employers won’t hire someone if they know they’re an actor because they get the impression that they’d have to call out a bunch for auditions. People have told me it’s better to lie and not mention it at all, and...

Reddit by moto_maji Jul 29th

Actors with hospitality jobs, have you gone back to wearing a mask?

Reddit by justdreaming44 Jul 29th

Starting again from (almost) scratch

Hey all, I studied musical theater at a fairly prestigious university in Los Angeles several years ago (graduated in 2012, yikes). I was pretty good. Terrible dancer but great singer and actor. I became deeply depressed in my senior year and completely walked...

Reddit by manifestingmydreams9 Jul 29th

Any other actively auditioning actors in NYC want to rehearse and help each other read for our self tapes?

my tapes are increasing, mainly co-star for tv & supporting for films, sometimes bigger roles, all for big time CDs & directors. I'm looking to expand my circle of readers / rehearsal buddies. shoot me a PM if you're interested!

Reddit by anonactor27 Jul 28th

Coping with the Reality of Dreams

So, I've never exactly held a high standard for celebrities or anything, but there are of course the ones I look up to, or appreciate more than others. I've also never thought that the industry is all sunshine and roses, I know its awful and has awful people...

Reddit by Honest_Efficiency207 Jul 28th

Is it normal to work a full day on a set that's non paying as a leads actor