Recent Casting Note
Please spread the word about this. We want to make sure our talent are the BEST and the MOST PREPARED when they go out and these notes are very important in ensuring that happens. It's not often we get notes…
Please spread the word about this. We want to make sure our talent are the BEST and the MOST PREPARED when they go out and these notes are very important in ensuring that happens. It's not often we get notes…
The quote from the casting director posted earlier could literally be from every single casting director in the Southeast. I'm sure they all face the same problems with actors. I know I've been paired with actors who are unprepared (and…
ACPA wants to get the word out about our new partnership with the Kaiser Permanente Bridge Program. We are really excited to be able to offer actors and production personnel the opportunity to have affordable insurance. Below is a very…
The other day I got to run camera for an audition while the Director was in the room. It allowed me to see how actors behave when the client is in the room. Here are some things I felt needed…
Okay, so this tip may initially seem contradictory to what some of you have been taught as actors. Basically, my advice is the following: STOP STARING AT THE OTHER CHARACTER SO MUCH Too many actors think that 100% eye contact…
THERE'S RECENTLY BEEN A PROBLEM WITH GETTING PAPERWORK DONE ON JOBS, MAKING BOOKKEEPING AND BILLPAY HARDER. WE ALL WANT THINGS TO RUN SMOOTHLY, ESPECIALLY WHEN PAYMENT IS INVOLVED. IF YOU WANT TO RECEIVE PAYMENT ON A JOB AS SOON AS…
For the times when you work as an extra and wonder if you should be considered a principal, use this checklist from SAG to reference what constitutes a principal performance. A. Anyone who is seen and who speaks a…
It's been awhile since I last posted. Today I want to address the overall preparedness of the actors I see when I run camera. Disclaimer: my posts are never directed at anyone in particular. They are based on numerous auditions,…
For SAG bookings, we need a copy of the contract that they give you on set. But for non-union jobs, we need the yellow copy of the 3-part Houghton voucher. Why?? We are getting busier and busier & really need…
I know gas prices are high and that’s certainly a factor but for any talent wondering if it's worth the trouble to drive to Wilmington or New Orleans to audition in person for the Fincannon's, I asked a successful Atlanta…