Going on Tape

A lot of people live in different cities than the ones that are actually casting. Which makes simply auditioning very difficult. You’ve got to present yourself and you’ve got to WOW the people watching the tap from a million miles away. In auditions, sometimes a vibe in the room between the casting and the auditioner is all it takes. When putting together a tape… 1. Introduce yourself – Say your name into the camera, this is called the slate. There are... Read More

Headshots (aka The 8×10)

Headshots are an integral tool for an actor to promote themselves.  A solid headshot can open the doors for opportunities such as auditions and work.  However, getting that golden 8×10 can often times be a bit of a hassle.  Here are some tips that may keep that piece of paper from becoming a weight that gets in your way. TRENDING HISTORY – This constantly changes. In the 80s headshots were black and white and super tight, from the shoulders up. 90s were about three... Read More

Making a Demo Reel

It’s important for an actor to have a demo reel to market themselves and showcase their work.  With the world moving online, more so than ever, the necessity for a digital copy of your work has risen.  So get started today, because it takes a while to develop, collect, and edit a body of work. Generally actors have two demo reels: Commercial (showcasing their commercial work) and Theatrical (showcasing film and television work).  If you have enough professional footage... Read More

Getting Yourself Out There

Once you have all your marketing materials (resume, headshot, demo reel), you want to get your name and work out into the industry.  There are a few options you can choose from: MASS MAILING: 1. Use the Ross Reports or IMDBPro to find names and addresses of agents, managers, and casting directors.  If there are a few agents listed under one agency, just pick one, possibly one you’ve heard of, or send to them all. 2. Sort through the ones in which you’re interested. ... Read More

The Acting Resume

What should go on a Resume? 1. Your Name – duh. 2. Representation – The name of your reps and their information. 3. Film Credits- Here you want to list the title of the production and the director. (Character is optional) 4. Television Credits – List the show title, the Network and your level of involvement* Levels of Involvement —Regular – Appears on the show every week, is most likely in the opening credits. —Recurring... Read More