What should I do before my audition?
What should I do before my audition?
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- Have your digital or paper headshot and resume ready-to-go.
- Prepare your wardrobe.
- Research the project for which you’re auditioning.
- Research the casting director, producers, and directors.
- Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to the audition.
- Treat yourself well.
What do I say in an ident?
It needs to be simple and easy, just look into the camera and say your name, who you are represented by, and the part you are reading for. Do it with ease and a natural smile won’t hurt. For the IDENT, make sure that they can see ALL of you.
What does slate your name mean?
What does it mean to slate your name? Simply put, it’s reading your name aloud prior to performing the audition copy so that the casting director, or decision maker, knows who they are listening to.
What should I expect at an audition?
Expect to be treated like a professional at every audition you walk into, and expect to act like one. Rookie mistakes include shaking hands with the casting director and not putting your phone on silent, according to casting director Rachel Williams. Additionally, not coming in prepared shows lack of seriousness on your part.
How can I improve my audition performance?
Attending acting classes is also helpful, not only to improve your performance once in the audition room, but to keep you connected with other actors who know the ins and outs of upcoming auditions. Additionally, consider buying tickets to theater shows in your town.
What are the do’s and don’t’s when submitting for an acting role?
Here’s a list of common DO’s and DON’T’s when submitting for an acting role. #1 Don’t send an outdated photo or picture that doesn’t look like you. When you submit a photo, it shouldn’t be more than 5 years old. The more recent the photo, the better.
Do I need a demo reel to submit to auditions?
The casting department shouldn’t have to ask for it twice if you have it. Having a Demo Reel is ideal, but sending them any decent quality video with your acting in it helps a lot. It’s best to upload your video somewhere (YouTube, Vimeo, etc) and share that link in your submission.
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