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At Instant Accent, we’re more than an accent platform! As well as driving for greater authenticity and representation of accents, we are passionate about connecting people and creating opportunities!

See our prize draws, open events, partnerships and more below:

Submit your American Accent Tapes for the chance to receive feedback from top American Casting Associate Lainey Lipson.

Film a scene or monologue (2 minutes max) in a General American Accent and send to team@instantaccent.com

Requirements:

  • Tapes must be in General American Accent

  • If General American is your natural accent, try a different American accent for your submission.

THE PRIZE:

  • Recognition: 10 shortlisted tapes will be showcased across our platforms.

  • The top 3 will receive personal written feedback from top American Casting Associate Lainey Lipson.

The deadline for entry is 18th March at 5p.m. GMT

THE ACCENT GAMES: American Accents

Actors shared their work and represented themselves in their natural accents for the opportunity to receive feedback from top Casting Director Caitlin Joseph. See the Top 4 below, and the top 10 HERE.

SELF-TAPE SHARE: Represent Yourself!

Community Power Hour

Oscar Salem

Fresh from leading the series Vigil alongside Suranne Jones and our very own Shannon Hayes. We discussed all things acting industry, accents, keeping sharp, auditions and making sure your wellbeing is in check with a good hobby!

Elan James

We discussed what it means to be a multi-hyphenate, what it’s like working on long-running West End shows, how to keep the side hustles going and how to grow your social media presence as a creative in a meaningful way.

Olivia Swann

We discussed the world of accents, drama school, character creation as a season regular, and the joys and challenges of working on an international scale. Listen to the playback for some gems from Olivia about maintaining your power, being yourself and having a PLAY!

Peter Mooney

We discussed the tools needed to be financially healthy going into self-assessment season and beyond. Pete debunked a lot of assumptions freelancers may have about completing their self-assessment and made it accessible and straightforward.

The playback for our Community Power Hours will be online soon. To be added to the mailing list when is available, contact us.