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Microphones for voiceover recording. Find out what equipment you need to record voiceovers at home

Microphones, Pre-Amps & Audio Files: What You Need to Know To Do Voiceovers

2021-02-22
By: Hunter
On: February 22, 2021
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR, VOICEOVER

This has come up a few times in the last week with my private coaching clients. When reviewing their latest materials / recordings, I realized that everyone, even though they were getting a few of the major things right with recording, were still also making some pretty big blunders. TheRead More →

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Acting Books and Books on Acting | Learn how to act from home. The best book EVERY actor should read! Larry Moss, Uta Hagen, Sanford Meisner, Scott Sedita | MyActorGuide.com

14 of the Best Books on Acting that Every Actor Needs to Read

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2021-01-18
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: January 18, 2021
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR, RESOURCES
With: 2 Comments

Originally published March 12, 2020 If you look at professionals in any industry, they are constantly honing their skills. As actors, we are told to “always be in class”, and while this is vitally important, it’s only one piece of the puzzle in being at the top of your game.Read More →

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What is an ACTOR’S HEADSHOT? What should it look like? Do actors REALLY need headshots? Find out what the difference is between a Commercial and Theatrical headshot and why you need them!

What is an Actor’s Headshot and Why Do You Need One?

2020-11-06
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: November 6, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR
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NOTE: This post was first published in March 2020 but has been completely rewritten and updated. Acting is an expensive profession to start out, and if you’re brand new to the biz, it can be tempting to try and save on headshots. iPhones take great pictures, right? So why spendRead More →

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Learn how to act naturally and realistically. Acting, how to be real, realistic acting and not be fake. How to be a good actor and act emotionally.

How To Act Realistically and Not Look Like You’re Acting

2020-11-02
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: November 2, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR

One of the things that I get asked most frequently by new actors and one of the biggest points of frustration is how to act realistically – how to do it, go through the motions and say your lines  without it feeling stiff or rehearsed? I’m not going to lie toRead More →

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How do you get an acting agent? Learn how to stand out to an agent or a manger and actually get signed!

How To Stand Out To An Agent or Manager and Actually Get Signed

2020-08-31
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: August 31, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR, CAREER ADVICE

“Getting an agent” is not like getting a dentist or hairstylist; you can’t just walk into an agency, or call them up and tell them that you want to be represented and actually have them sign you. Keep in mind, that when they “represent” you, their butt is on theRead More →

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Actors can learn how to memorize lines fast! Memorize lines for auditions in 30 minutes or less. Learn more at MyActorGuide.com

7 Easy Tricks to Memorize Lines Fast

2020-03-19
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: March 19, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR
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How To Learn Your Lines in 30 Minutes or Less Have 15 minutes? Do Steps 1, 2  and 3 + 15 Minutes for One Other Thing So, you’ve landing a sweet audition with a major casting office. You’re super stoked, but also super nervous – you’ve gotta be off-book, butRead More →

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Shakespeare and Company | Become a better actor instantly! Learn why EVERY actor should study Shakespeare and how it can change your acting career.

How Studying Shakespeare Instantly Makes You a Better Actor

2020-02-29
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: February 29, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR
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There is an old saying in theatre, “Once you can do Shakespeare, you can do anything.” Although studying Shakespeare as a new actor can feel daunting, I have found the adage to be true; it’s absolutely invaluable.Read More →

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Thinking about starting a career in voice over? The voiceover industry has really taken off! Here are eight simple tips for starting a career in VO. | MyActorGuide.com

How To Start A Career in Voiceovers

2020-02-27
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: February 27, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR, VOICEOVER
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Voice over is something that I never planned to do. I came up through the theatre as a kid, found my way from the stage to the camera as a young adult. The camera and I hit it off! We had an instant love affair! Rivaled only by the loveRead More →

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Learn how to get into character as an actor. Ask yourself these key questions before your audition. | MyActorGuide.com

Getting Into Character: 50 Killer Question to Help You Prepare as an Actor

2020-01-15
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: January 15, 2020
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR, RESOURCES
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We’ve all had that experience of meeting an actor in real life or seeing them in an interview and realizing that they are not the same person as the character they are playing. It can be both magical or oddly pierce our illusions. Bringing the words to life and liftingRead More →

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Do you want to become an actor? You're going to need headshots! So what do you wear to a headshot shoot? Find out at MyActorGuide.com. The ultimate resource for new actors!

What to Wear for Headshots

2019-08-15
By: Hunter Phoenix
On: August 15, 2019
In: ACTING / THE ACTOR
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In a previous post, I’ve already talked about the difference between commercial and theatrical shots, here we’re going to break it down a bit more and answer some of the most common questions of what your headshots should look like. Wardrobe This is usually the first question that actors askRead More →

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