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  2. Reddit by misterjadams Dec 20th

    Best Day Jobs for Actors in NYC

    So I was just curious what people do for day jobs while chasing their dream? I've heard people say things like dog walking and being a waiter is perfect because they give you the freedom to go to auditions at a moments notice, But the pay is so low I can see...

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  3. Reddit by Dracomies Dec 20th

    Question regarding tipping and correct percentage?

    Hi there. Got a really dumb question but there doesn't seem to be much information on the subject. What would be the correct percentage to tip an actor or actress? I've been tipping at 20% for all my projects but just want to make sure it's ok. I tried...

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  7. Reddit by tillx321 Dec 19th

    Directors: do not text actors!!

    So last week i got a text from a director about auditioning for a project. It felt strange and unprofessional. Amongst other things that she said which were overall shady, i didnt like that she casually texted me. What are your thoughts on directors texting...

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  8. Reddit by thomyorkesadoptedson Dec 19th

    Cover letter for agency submissions?

    I'm sending out my materials to agents for the first time since moving to LA, and was wondering if personalized cover letters are really necessary? For this first round, I'm sending my stuff to 40 agencies -- do I really need to research each one, analyzing...

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  9. Reddit by AutoModerator Dec 19th

    Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Dec 19

    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...

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  10. Reddit by HPM89 Dec 19th

    Agent meeting, queeeeestions.

    So, I had a meeting with an agent yesterday, and it went really well. He was interested, and is planning on contacting the manager I’ve been freelancing with, and he told me to keep in touch. Only way for me to to do that is send a hand written letter. Very...

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  11. Reddit by badatsupermetroid Dec 19th

    Advice for a beginner

    Hello. I have never posted to reddit before but this seems to be the best place for my question. I have only been doing voice over work for about 8 months and I am trying everything I can to improve what I do. Do you have any advice for someone still trying...

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  12. Reddit by throwawayijmagnm Dec 19th

    Who here knows musical theatre?

    I made the following post in the musical theatre sub, and then realized it might be best to post it here too, as this is a much more active sub. Thanks all! \----------------- # Are there any well-known instances of someone learning to sing later in life and...

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  14. Reddit by tiny-daggers Dec 19th

    Hard time getting agents attention

    Hi! What’s the best way to initiate contact with an agent to get them to notice you and give you a chance? How do I formulate the best email? What do I mention? Is it better to call? Carrier pigeons? Smoke signals? I’ve been struggling with getting them to...

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  18. Reddit by JT-Sturgell Dec 18th

    How honest is community theater casting?

    I'd love to honestly know if things like a family's contributions to the theater play a role in who gets cast in lead roles in small community theater. How often is a less appropriate/talented actor given a roll for political reasons? If any community theater...

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