When you go on an audition, it’s obvious that you want to be as charming and personable as possible to the Casting Directors and anyone else in the room.  However, you don’t want to push it to the level where you are obviously trying to schmooze to get a step up on everyone else in the room.  Working for MTV, I would cast many teenage to college aged kids.  And you’d be surprised how many young men that age think that trying to flirt with the Casting Director is a good tactic to stand out in a positive way: They are completely wrong. Read the rest of this entry »

If you’ve been acting for a while now, you probably have an agent or have explored the idea of getting an agent to represent you.  It is great to have an agent for many reasons.  An agent will help you find out about gigs and auditions that you wouldn’t have access to if you’re not represented.  Your agent can also be a great advisor for you and can help to negotiate contracts for any jobs you may book.  However, it also important to be with an agent you trust. Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever thought about starting a blog? You could write about anything! Your travels, the books you read, your favorite actors…you name it! As a blogger myself I find it very therapeutic and eye-opening. You can gain followers and learn from other bloggers. You can post and write about what jobs you want and what jobs you have landed! This could be your way into a web based series or something bigger. If your #1 passion is cooking then you could blog about why you should be Top Chef, but you don’t have to wait until auditions! Be proactive and do it yourself instead of waiting. Read the rest of this entry »

Do you know another language? If so, an overseas showbiz job might be perfect for you... Do other cultures interest and excite you? There are some many opportunities for you if you are bi or trilingual! Working on a cruise lines or on off Broadway overseas is a whole different ballgame. There are more parts overseas and elsewhere then in your own backyard sometimes! You can start off in an ensemble and then become the star or the understudy in just a few weeks: I’ve heard many success stories!  Just follow your dreams you never know what will happen!

By: Casting Director Jenny Rawdin

In case you live under a rock and haven’t heard…it’sValentine’s Day on Tuesday and romance is in the air! Everywhere you look you’ll see Valentine’s Day cards, candy, cute gifts, and of course sappy romantic movies hitting the theaters and playing on TV. I know this can be a dreaded day for those without a Valentine.  So…I’ve come up with the top 5 things to do on Valentine’s Day when you don’t have a Valentine: Read the rest of this entry »

Did you see the SAG Awards last night? There was a wonderful dedication to local’s parts in films throughout the years. These people were people that meant something to the towns they were filmed in, had special talents, and really fulfilled the director’s vision. These people had little to no experience acting, however, they took to the parts they were given and went for it 100 percent. Make sure you know where and when new films are shooting. Your big break could be right under your nose—so be sure to do research on where and when this can happen for YOU!

By: Casting Director Jenny Rawdin

Don’t let the weeks of Christmas and New Years tend be weeks of “excuses.”  Everyone likes to celebrate the holidays with lots of foods and drinks and suddenly you will find that your healthy eating and exercise habits are kicked out the door!  The hardest thing to do with staying fit is to get back into it after a week or more of abandoning it.  Start planning your post-holiday body now.  Start the New Year off with a new gym membership or trying new fitness classes. Read the rest of this entry »

With the holidays right around the corner, a lot of people tend to feel stressed out between work and holiday shopping.  Or maybe a lack of work and a less than ideal financial situation has you stressed out this time of year.  Most businesses start to wind down during the holidays so finding acting gigs can be few and far between right now.  Try not to let the stress of the holidays get you down and take this time to relax and enjoy the extra time you can spend with friends, family and loved ones. Read the rest of this entry »

Take some time to reflect on this past year.  Write down all of your accomplishments and goals and see if you fulfilled them to their fullest potential. If not that’s ok! That’s what New Year’s resolutions are for: take this time to plan your future and get your priorities straight before 2012 begins. For example, if you want to take classes then sign up now–they might even be a discount before 2012 even begins. Read the rest of this entry »

Promotional jobs are a great way to earn a few extra bucks during the holiday season. You can test out your model walk at your local Abercrombie and Fitch or Hollister stores. During the holiday season these stores have their latest greatest and hottest models & sales people in the front of the store. If you get this opportunity handed to you don’t pass it up! Take it and work it! This is your chance to practice for the real thing. Read the rest of this entry »

The holidays are here and if you’re anything like me you feel a combination of joy and stress!  Between gift shopping, making travel plans, and wrapping everything up at work, can all add more stress to our lives.  Sometimes it can feel like you’re running against the clock.  A great way to handle all of the additional things you have to get done by the holidays is to plan everything day by day.  If you procrastinate and cram everything into the last 2 weeks of the month you are doomed for more stress. Read the rest of this entry »