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let get the starmeter green AND VOTE by William Delesk  •  last post Oct 2nd

LET EACH AND EVERYONE VISIT HONORABLY, I WILL ALSO VIEW, M, MAKE SURE TO DROP YOUR LINK v4v ; https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11324909/

Actor Headshot Tips by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 30th



- Don’t overdo your makeup. You want to look like yourself on your best day and not look like you tried too hard. Be yourself. Do your hair the way you would for every audition.

- Don’t go quirky with clothing and props.
Let’s not get nuts here. Keep it simple and classy, and follow the standard format. Professionalism gets you noticed. A simple, solid shirt with a little texture that fits you well and matches your eyes should do the trick. No whites and no graphics or anything that might distract from your face, and no props.

- Consider natural light vs. studio.
Some photographers do both, as they offer a different look and feel. Natural light gives a very real look. Studio lighting tends to be a little more polished, with a more neutral backdrop. If you are more of a sitcom actor, perhaps a well-lit studio headshot is best for you. If you want to look like you are on the Fargo series go for the outdoor look.

- Pay attention to framing, lighting, and background.
Generally a good headshot is chest-up with good lighting on your face, and no strong dramatic shadows.

- Choose personality over glamour.
Make sure it looks like you with easy airbrushing. Casting directors expect you to look just like your headshot and will not be happy when you show up looking totally different or 10 years older. It’s not about looking pretty, it’s about representing your type, wrinkles included.

- Go pro.
Spend money—it’s worth it. Go to a professional who is trained, understands lighting, and takes headshots for a living, not a friend who happens to have a decent camera who has a hobby of taking photos. Save those pics for Instagram and leave the headshots to the pros.

#actor #headshot

Should Actors Pursue Audition Pay? A Former Casting Director Worries It Would Lead To “Death Of Developmental Actors” by Richard "RB" Botto  •  last post Sep 29th

What say you?


https://deadline.com/2023/09/audition-pay-actors-self-taping-1235558634/

Are your auditions and roles fulfilling your acting aspirations? by Anne Alexander-Sieder  •  last post Sep 29th

Or do you feel like you've got a lot more to offer but don't really get the chance to showcase your talents?

Student Fils:Building Industry Relationships by Cecelia Specht  •  last post Sep 29th

If you're looking to build valuable Industry relationships and get permissible Acting work during the strike remember that Student films are a great way to do both. For the best experience be sure to choose Universities with highly regarded Film Departments that have a good reputation for producing respected work. Hope this helps during these sometimes disheartening times. Break legs!

D Tips in 30(Sneak Peek): The Want! Every character has one, how do you make a connection? by Diakeim Lyles  •  last post Sep 28th

D Tips in 30(Sneak Peek): The Want! Every character has one, how do you make a connection?

Full D-Tip in 30 at Dlylescast.com

Getting cast in a short film - Vivien Taylor in Censure and Confines by Richard Mark Bazley  •  last post Sep 28th

Vivien Taylor explains how she got cast in Richard Bazley's  short films, Censure and Confines.

Getting cast in a multi award winning short film - Luke Dejahang by Richard Mark Bazley  •  last post Sep 28th

Take control of your filmmaking journey. be proactive. Here Luke Dejahang explains how he reached  out to director Richard Bazley after watching his sensational debut Censure.

Acting notes by Director Richard Bazley. by Richard Mark Bazley  •  last post Sep 28th

A clip from my interview with Adam Loretz 'What makes a multi award winning short film?'. Here I talk about how my training in animation has proved useful and has even influenced my Directing in Live Action.

For the full interview go to https://youtu.be/VXK91jCmAcE

by Omari Washington  •  last post Sep 28th

Hey Superstars!


Are you craving a big, juicy Fatburger, crispy Skinny Fries, and Shakes made with real ice cream? Fatburger - West Hollywood is inviting you in for an exclusive offer available for all SAG AFTRA and WGA members. Stop by now through 9/30/23, show your member card, and receive 15% off your entire order.

Valid for in-store purchases only at Fatburger - West Hollywood. Must show this post and SAG AFTRA/WGA member card to cashier. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Cannot be combined with any other promotion. Discount valid once per customer per visit. Offer may be revoked at any time. See store associate for further details.

EXPIRES: 9/30/2023 Code: FB1016

SAG-AFTRA & Studios To Meet Monday by Richard "RB" Botto  •  last post Sep 28th

Finish line around the bend.

https://deadline.com/2023/09/actors-strike-sag-aftra-studios-could-meet-soon-1235556499/

SAG & AMPTP Scheduled to Return to the Negotiating Table by Matthew Gross  •  last post Sep 27th

Received an official email. SAG-AFTRA and AMPTP will return to the negotiating table on Monday, October 2nd.

Stage 32’s $100,000 Education Giveaway! by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Sep 27th

Stage 32 is giving away $100,000 in free webinar education to help members sharpen their skills or learn a new craft or aspect of the business during the SAG-AFTRA strike.


Here’s how to redeem your free webinar:

Go to: www.stage32.com/webinars

Enter code: NFCFPUR

This code is good for one webinar per person and this offer will be good until September 30, 2023 (Saturday)

Read more about the giveaway in this blog: www.stage32.com/blog/stage-32s-100000-education-giveaway-featured-in-variety-3452

Actually Got Fired From A Show - Never Told This Horrible Story Before by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Sep 26th

Actually Got Fired From A Show - Never Told This Horrible Story Before

https://youtu.be/Q1nF32J75v0

Very excited ? about a new project un Morocco by Sabrina Culver  •  last post Sep 26th

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29246868/?mode=desktop&ref_=ext_shr_lnk please click on the link My lovely Karmalicity friends for more information Thanks for continued support :)

looking for models for advertising and billboard by Dani Super  •  last post Sep 25th

Jeff Monre Photography is looking for models for advertising and billboard . and we are looking for a new face with 0-2 years experience in the Industry. its a paid photo shoot and its going to be done in rented studio for an editorial magazine. Purpose of Shoot: Need Talents in photo shoot for advertising and billboard . Format of Shoot Video:- Its going to be inspiration and directions mood board and stock pictures Product / Brand: Shoes and fabrics Material No of models: 20 needed Paying $1500 Model brief: From all different nationalities, ages, genders, races · No of days: Not specified, 4 or 5 days · Dates of Photo-shoot : 5th October 2023 to 15th October 2023 No of hours: from 3 to 8 hours · Send headshot to info@jeffmonreimage.online for more details .

Casting Directors Advice on Auditioning by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 23rd



Kim Williams:
"Make strong, confident choices. If you go a little bit bigger than necessary, it's okay. We can pull you back from that, but at least we know there's something there that can be worked with. And it's important to come in with the right mindset. There are so many things that are outside of your control as far as booking the role, but your job is to give a good performance. If you do that, the producers, directors and I will remember you and think of you for future projects. Rushing is a huge thing too. I find myself often giving the note to slow down and think of what you're saying."

Jessica Sherman:
"I think the big one for me happens before they even come into the room. It's a lack of knowledge of the casting process. The idea to keep in mind is that by the time you book the role, especially for TV roles, there's been approximately 30 people that have had to sign off to say that you're the person. So the best person may not always be the one who gets the role.
The person that everyone can agree on gets the role.
Having that background information is a huge asset to actors because it kind of takes the pressure off a little bit as far as their experience in the room.

Christine Sheaks:
"Don't come in unprepared. If an actor has 10 auditions that day and then takes two seconds to look at the material, it'll show. I always tell actors to have their agents call me if that's the case. If I can give them a later time or another day, I would rather do that than have them come in unprepared. Also, actors should never bring in a prop. The only exception is a cell phone, which is okay because it's not distracting."

Joey Paul Jensen:
"The biggest mistake you can make is allowing room for doubt. Doubt leads to insecurity, and insecurity will lead to mistakes. Small mistakes, such as forgetting to print your sides or leaving your belongings in the room after auditioning, are really just manifestations of the root issue of doubt. The antidote is to connect to your identity as a storyteller. When you're auditioning, you're a part of a bigger story being told.

#actor #audition #casting


SAG Wardrobe & Hold Update by Matthew Gross  •  last post Sep 23rd

SAG Talent ONLY - this rule does not apply to Non Union Talent). (As Of Today) Extras casting companies can NO longer ask Sag talent to bring “voluntary wardrobe options”, they now have to specify the “amount” needed & talent will receive a wardrobe bump for each option they are asked to "bring", whether they use all of the attire or not. Sag will be cracking down on this rule as of today. We were told that all extras casting companies in town received their last warning from Sag & will no longer be asking for "voluntary options". If an extras casting company asks you to bring "voluntary options" you can anonymously report this to Sag. If you bring 10 voluntary options, you will get 10 wardrobe bumps whether all options are used or not. Also just a friendly reminder that extras casting companies cannot put (extras/stand ins/doubles) on "hold" or "on avail" without paying a full session fee (We know some extras casting companies are still abusing this rule). They are supposed to be only "checking your avail, so they can submit you" and then "rechecking your avail again at the time of booking". If someone is "holding" or "on availing" you, make sure you are paid a full session fee. You can anonymously report this to Sag. The rules were made for everyone to follow...if a couple specific companies are not following these rules (we already know they are not), nothing will change if you don't speak up.


This announcement was emailed to me from Casting Networks.

Actor Grace Duah is doing an AMA today! by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Sep 22nd

Hey all - Grace Duah, a Stage 32 Executive, professional Actress (Gossip Girl Reboot on MAX), screenwriter, and producer is hosting a 24-hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") in the Writer's Room Lounge today, focused on writing dialogue that stands out to talent. This is a great chance to ask Grace any questions you have about her journey or your craft and career. 


Here is her AMA Link: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/vip/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-9-22-to-9-23-Writing-dialogue-that-stands-out-to-talent

And remember, if you aren't a member of the Stage 32 Writer's Room you can get a first month free by signing up here: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

D Tips in 30(Sneak Peek): CASTING & your SOCIAL MEDIA by Diakeim Lyles  •  last post Sep 22nd

D Tips in 30(Sneak Peek): How important is your social media to the casting process?

Full D-Tip in 30 at Dlylescast.com