Welcome to InstantCast’s new ”Ask June,” blog section designed to answer all your InstantCast & showbiz questions. I am a longtime InstantCast member and I want to help you make the most of InstantCast. Start by sending in your questions to me by leaving comments on this blog or click here to send me fanmail. I’ll do my very best to help you with anything life’s throwing at you. (It doesn’t only have to be about acting!) I don’t have all the answers, but we will figure it out together. Hear my showbiz advice this week: Read the rest of this entry »

InstantCast member Cindy Garcia writes “Hello, June. I’ve listened to your advice and I keep up on InstantCast’s postings daily.  I have been going on auditions and sending my photos out.  I got a callback and just finished my first movie!  We just need to keep putting ourselves out there as you say.  My life is so exciting and InstantCast has been a great help!” Click here to send Cindy fanmail!  Read the rest of this entry »

Tanya Bennett, new INSTANTCAST member writes: “I live in a small town and there’s not much here for TV.  I feel stuck, I need advice on how to get started.” Welcome, Tanya, You have started out on the right foot by joining INSTANTCAST.  You will learn a lot by logging in every day.  In your town, contact local theatre groups.  The stage gives you a world of knowledge.  Also, get in touch with local TV stations and ask if they are in need of interns.  Find the closest classes and study, study, study! Read the rest of this entry »

Jane Hines, 28, from Dallas, Texas asks: How do I start to get my name out there? Hi, Jane, You are on your way to stardom with your InstantCast profile!  Make sure to keep your profile updated and keep your headshot current.  Add your special skills (musical instruments, singing, dancing, accents, etc.)  Then, share your profile with as many casting directors and agents as you can!  Start in your area and branch out.  Submit for many of the parts you find on InstantCast.  Best to you, Jane, and keep us posted!

Alexandra Popa writes: “I’m new to this industry, I want a beautiful career. How hard is it as a beginner to find a job? Is it easier if you find an agent”? Dear Alexandra, Begin by building your resume. Extra work is an excellent way to meet people in the industry and learn the ropes. When auditioning for an agent, show them what sets you apart from the crowd and what makes you marketable. Read the rest of this entry »

Luis Rodriguez from Bell Gardens, CA asks: “Can I get an example of an answer to ‘What is your star material’”? June says “Remember why you started acting and let your passion reveal itself. Impress Casting Directors with your special skills (dance moves, language skills, anything that makes you unique) and be prepared to demonstrate them if asked. You want to stand out from the crowd by bringing something one of a kind to the table. So my advice would be to think about what makes YOU different from everyone else and let that shine through to Casting Directors. Break a leg, Luis!” Click here to send June fanmail and ask your questions!

By: InstantCast Community Leader, June Define

InstantCast Member Tyritam writes: 
Dear June, I am a beginning actor/artist. I really don’t have a resume to submit as I’ve only done some small neighborhood things.  How do I submit for parts when I don’t have a resume?
Dear Tyritam, You DO have a resume…you just don’t know it!  When you’re getting started you can submit your pictures and InstanCast profile.  Get your resume together by listing your Name, contact info, and personal info on top (stats: height, weight, age range, clothing sizes, hair and eye color).

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This question comes from up and coming member, Elaine Hegarty frome Oceanside, CA:
Dear June, I was wondering if you can tell me if I am submitting for casting calls correctly on Instantcast.  I browse the casting calls and when I see one that I think I would be  a good fit, I click on it and send my info to the e-mail address indicated.  Am I doing it the right way? Read the rest of this entry »

Dear June, How important is speaking another language besides English in landing an acting role? Dickie Thomas, Sebastopol, CA
Hi, Dickie–Thanks for your interesting question! I’ve drawn on fellow acting friends and my own past experiences to answer this one. We are in agreement that growing up in a multi-lingual household is a definite plus: speaking different languages gives you an edge over your competition. Read the rest of this entry »

Dear June, I recently had my first audition. I thought I nailed it, but they asked me to do it again a totally different way than I had prepared. I left feeling disappointed. I don’t think they liked me, what do you think? New at this in Florida.
Dear New at this in Florida, When a casting director asks you to do something “a different way,” it’s a good sign.  This means that they’re interested in you and they’re giving you more time so they can evaluate you.   There usually is no right or wrong way to play the part, and they like variety. To prepare for next time, be ready to change it up!  Break a leg, June