Auditions: it always seems like there is so much riding on them. They are the key to us getting work as an actor, and also seem to be the gateway to unlocking our dreams. If they go well, we have a shot! And if not, then, at least temporarily ourRead More →
Ever wondered what casting directors are really looking for? Or how to approach your next audition? Or maybe you’d just like to know a little more about a particular casting director before reaching out to them or heading into the room…. Here you’ll find a combination of video, one thatRead More →
Self tape auditions for actors are more than just the technical stuff – there is still audition etiquette! Here are 6 things that actors can do to make a casting director’s life easier! Read More →
Casting directors spend a lot of time thinking about actors – searching for them, meeting them, watching their auditions, and ultimately helping them book jobs. They have a lot of advice to share! Here are their top tips for 2022.Read More →
Throughout the duration of your acting career, you’re going to do a lot of auditions (hopefully!) and take a lot of meetings. As actors it’s part of what we do. Meetings might be with agents and managers, and as your career progresses, directors and producers. And unless you are wellRead More →
For the foreseeable future, in-person auditions are a thing of the past. While self-tapes have been around for more that a decade, (yes, really… and they literally use to be on tape!), overnight they have become the industry norm. What’s new is virtual auditions. These are auditions held live, butRead More →
You guys are in for a treat! I was able to catch up with veteran Casting Director, Katie Griffin, who generously shared her insights on a wide range of topics including do’s and don’t for audition, headshots and resumes, and even voiceovers. You might know Katie from the #hellomynameis challengeRead More →
** This post was originally published in December 2019 but has been completely updated for January 2021 Audition: as actors we often wait, hope and pray for them. Auditions are our lifeblood. They mean getting in front of a casting director, which means getting a shot at a job, whichRead More →
Join me for wonderful, informative and heartwarming interview with NYC Casting Director, the amazing Brette Goldstein, CSA. Brette gives us the inside scoop on a new platform casting directors are using for virtual auditions. You don’t want to miss this! A little bit about Brette… Brette has cast five televisionRead More →
As actors, we often think of casting directors as being the gatekeepers in this business; somewhat unaccessible and trying to keep us at arms length. But the truth is, casting is generally on our side. They truly want actors to succeed! Yes, it is also their job is to collaborateRead More →