No one can function with one part missing, so teamwork is important, as well as embracing each piece of the puzzle. That means staying informed about what is happening in the entertainment industry as a whole. So how do you do that?

1. It’s awards season, so pay attention! The nominees for the SAG awards were just announced. Go see the nominated movies to get a taste of this year’s best and know what the industry is doing creatively.

2. Variety is the news source of the entertainment world, so keep up with it on a regular basis. It’s available online, so just head over after you’ve applied to the latest casting calls on InstantCast.

3. Use networking sites like InstantCast to find out what’s happening on all levels of the entertainment industry.

4. If you live in Los Angeles or New York City, check out The Paley Center for Media and learn about the history of television and radio. If you know where everything started, you’ll be able to see where this industry is headed in the future!

By Casting Director Renee Godbout

Unfortunately, now might not be the time to sign on the dotted line. If you’re offered a principle role then waiting may not be an option. For those that aren’t in that category, it might be smart to not rush into things. All I’m advising is to take the time to think about the pluses and minuses.

What are the pluses and minuses, anyway? Click here to find out!

By Casting Director Renee Godbout