Skip to content
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy

Search this website

My Actor Guide
My Actor Guide
Secondary Navigation Menu
Menu
  • Home
  • ACTING
  • AUDITION TIPS
  • CAREER
  • RESOURCES
  • MATERIALS + MARKETING
  • SHOP

Headshots

Do you want to become an actor? You're going to need headshots! So what do you wear to a headshot shoot? Find out at MyActorGuide.com. The ultimate resource for new actors!

What Should I Wear for Actors Headshots? Commercial vs Theatrical

2024-07-15

This post was originally published in March 2020 and has been rewritten and updated. In a previous post, What is an Actor’s Headshot and Why Do You Need One? I talked about the difference between “Commercial Headshots” and “Theatrical Headshots”. (*Please note: theatrical means photos you use for film andRead More →

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin61
61 Shares
How actors can plan and prep for headshots that will get you cast. Learn how to take the best headshots you possibly can!

How To Plan and Shoot Headshots That Will Get You Cast

2024-06-15

I can’t stress the importance of having great headshots! For actors they really are your calling card – this is the first step to getting you in front of the casting director and into the audition room, or setting up a meeting with an agent. Over the course of yourRead More →

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin399
399 Shares
What is an actors headshot? How do I shoot one? Should actors smile in headshots? Find out what it's like to shoot your first actors headshot with the HeadshotTruck.com at MyActorGuide.com!

[VIDEO] Actors Headshots: A Guide to Your First Session

2022-12-20

“What is an actor’s headshot?” “Do I really need one?” “What happens in a headshot session?” These are all questions I’ve been getting asked lately by new actors. Sometimes I forget how confusing it can be the you are new to the biz! To help you out with this, IRead More →

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin72
72 Shares
How to get actor headshots that get you work. Tips from top NYC headshot photographer!

Actor Headshots: 6 Secrets to Headshots that Actually Get You Work

2021-03-20

Actor headshots are what you use to get work and book acting gigs. Make sure your photos are working for you.Read More →

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin
0 Shares
What is an ACTOR’S HEADSHOT? What should it look like? Do actors REALLY need headshots? Find out what the difference is between a Commercial and Theatrical headshot and why you need them!

What is an Actor’s Headshot and Why Do You Need One?: Essential FAQ Answered

2020-06-01

Note: This post was first published in March 2020 but has been completely rewritten and updated. Acting is an expensive profession to start out, and if you’re brand new to the biz, it can be tempting to try and save on headshots. iPhones take great pictures, right? So why spendRead More →

Tweet
Share
Share
Pin685
685 Shares

Like Us On Facebook

Facebook Pagelike Widget

Welcome to My Actor Guide!

About Me

Hi! I'm Hunter Phoenix. I'm the founder of My Actor Guide. I'm a career actress, model and voice over artist with 20+ years experience in 8 different countries. And I have a passion for all things acting + entertainment industry ... almost all of it!

I remember wanting to try the whole “acting thing” as a career and just not having any idea where to begin; no training, no experience, no agent, or family in the industry – but I created an acting career from scratch! You can too.

Every age, every nationality, every size, every level of experience.

My mission is to help you unlock your creativity and courage to try acting as a new career or to fully pursue this dream and passion on a path that you have already started on.

Let Me + My Actor Guide help you with the how.

Read More .... 


The Hollywood Actors Playbook

Let’s Connect!

  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Need a Self Tape Partner?

Want to earn money while helping other actors audition?

Get 25% off WeAudition with the promo code MAG25

Find a self-tape audition partner. Meet other actors and make money auditioning with WeAudition discount code at MyActorGuide.com

Popular Posts

Acting Techniques Every Actor Needs to Know: Meisner, Method Acting, Stanislavsky, Stella Adler, Uta Hagen... and more! Find out where to study acting at MyActorGuide.com

5 Essential Acting Techniques Every Actor Needs To Know

SAG-AFTRA Self Tape Audition Rules

6 Things Actors Need to Know About the New SAG-AFTRA Self-Tape Audition Rules

SAG-AFTRA Strike: What actors can and cannot work on.

SAG-AFTRA Strike: A Guide for Actors

Film terms new actors should know before working on a set of a film or tv shoot. Learn how to become an actor and live your dream!

53 Film Terms Actors Need to Know to Survive On-Set

Find the best headshot photographers for actors in Atlanta, GA. Headshot photographers in Atlanta at MyActorGuide.com!

Top Headshot Photographers for Actors in Atlanta

Audition listings for actors! Casting calls and more

16 Audition Sites Every New Actor Should Know About

Recent Posts

  • How To Find The Best Acting Class for You
  • Actor’s Basic Resume: What To Include, What To Avoid (plus a FREE template to download!)
  • Social Media for Actors: Why You Need It, and 5 Golden Rules to Ace Your Profiles and Book More Work
  • 5 Essential Acting Techniques Every Actor Needs To Know
  • What Should I Wear for Actors Headshots? Commercial vs Theatrical
  • How To Plan and Shoot Headshots That Will Get You Cast
  • 6 Things Actors Need to Know About the New SAG-AFTRA Self-Tape Audition Rules
  • SAG-AFTRA Strike: A Guide for Actors
  • 9 Ways for Actors to Move Forward in a Slow Industry
  • 10 Audition Tips for Actors Who Want to Work
  • ACTING
  • AUDITION TIPS
  • CAREER
  • SAY HELLO
  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Privacy Policy | Copyright © MyActorGuide.com 2020 - 2022 • All Rights Reserved.

MY ACTOR GUIDE, its staff, and content-providers are not casting directors, talent agents or managers. providers and are not rendering personal advice or offer of employment.
Use of this website, including any of its content, is subject to the Terms & Conditions, available here. Email Signup Terms: By clicking “Sign Up” or otherwise subscribing to the email list you consent to the collection and secure storage of this data by MyActorGuide as described in My Actor Guide's Privacy Policy. We will be using the information you provide to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing. I understand that I may modify or delete my data at any time.

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Cookie settingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT
My Actor Guide
  • Home
  • ACTING
  • AUDITION TIPS
  • CAREER
  • RESOURCES
  • MATERIALS + MARKETING
  • SHOP