The entertainment industry is full of attractive people who want to be stars. This goes without saying. So, when you’re creating your headshot, it’s not enough to be photogenic. Your shot could still easily get lost in the crowd. You’ll want to create a visually appealing pic that truly depicts who you and why you’re […]
YouTube can be a highly effective way to get yourself out there for the world to see. It should be part of your marketing package, which also includes your resume, portfolio, and headshot and any other social media handles. There are many things you can do with a YouTube channel. Finding your niche and the […]
Method acting surmises that actors can learn, through training and extensive practice, to realistically take on the traits of a fictional character to the point that they become that character for the duration of a project. Instead of the traditional theory that acting is entirely presentational, method acting more closely aligns the actor with the […]
The key to landing a role lies in ensuring when you exit the audition room, you leave the casting director inspired and excited to work with you. And, part of this is as simple as having a pleasant personality. First impressions are everything. You might get a chance to come back even if you don’t […]
Practice Grounding Techniques Before Recit While it has been done before, performing your own monologue is definitely a risky approach. Presenting your writing at an audition could came across as a little over the top. In fact, it may rub a casting director the wrong way. It could look like you haven’t been booked in […]
If you are ready to make the transition from actor to director, you already know this is no easy feat. It will take some well-thought-out planning and preparation. If you feel you have what it takes, however, the first step is to come up with a viable project and go from there. There are also […]
Thinking a bit outside of the box will help you get your foot in the door. What does this mean, exactly? It means possessing the ability to think unconventionally when it comes to securing a spot in the spotlight. Sure, you can audition, go to open calls, shoot out your headshot or letters of interest. […]
Ever listen to yourself on a voice recording and think, ‘That can’t be me’? Often, when you’re playing back an audio taping it seems foreign or distorted. You mean think you sound squeaky or your voice is deeper than you thought. And this is precisely why it is important to get to know your voice […]
