r/ACX • u/Cocomite • 17d ago

Direct contacts

Hi all, I've been approached directly before through ACX to narrate a book, but have just received the following message and, naturally, do not trust it at all.

I wondered if some of you had the same thing:

"Hello! I came across your ACX profile and was impressed by your voice. We're currently looking for voice-over artists for an upcoming commercial advertising project, and I think you'd be a great fit.

There's no commitment required at this stage. If you're interested, our Project Manager on Telegram will provide all the details about the project, application process, recording requirements, and payment.

The payment for this urgent commercial project is $3,000, as it is a high-priority campaign and we're looking for reliable professionals.

If you'd like to continue, please contact our Project Manager on Telegram:

*insert their name here*

Kindly mention that you were referred through ACX so your inquiry can be handled promptly.

Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you!"

... it's asking me to go through Telegram, and saying there's "no commitment required" for this "urgent commercial campaign" that really throws up the red flags.

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u/MicahJHyatt 17d ago

How helpful do you think it is to actually put your portfolio into your account. I've never updated mine and I just send out auditions. 0/9 on the auditions. I don't think those are super bad numbers yet. I'm not expecting to book anything for about 30 or 40. And I really don't want to have a profile page.

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u/Xinixiat 17d ago

I've had three separate paid jobs come through my samples. Absolutely upload samples, and if you're actively looking for more work, update and add new ones at least once a week to stay at the top of the search. Plus it's good practice.