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Time For An Agent? by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 16th


Your chances of getting signed with a good agent can increase if you accomplish as many of the following as you can: 

-Have all of your marketing materials (headshots, reel, social media, resume) looking professional; 

-Aggressively keep working and expanding your credits; 

-Focus on growing the scale and quality of your roles with featured parts; 

-Become a SAG-AFTRA member when time is right; 

-Have a great manager who believes in you; 

-Get a referral from an actor who’s already represented by a good agency; 

-Work on a commercially successful film production or TV show; 

-Create your own content 

-Develop good relationships with casting directors; 

-Grow your social media following; 

-Have real talent. This is most important. 

#actor #agent #manager #talent #working #headshot #demoreel #audition 
 

‘The Blair Witch Project’ Actors Call Out ‘Reprehensible Behavior’ After Missing Out on Profits for Decades: ‘Don’t Do What We Did’ by Richard "RB" Botto  •  last post Jun 16th

I've said it before and I'll say it again, a good entertainment attorney is worth his/her weight in gold.


https://variety.com/2024/film/news/blair-witch-project-cast-robbed-financial-success-1236033647/

Actor Cover Letter by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 14th

Here is a cover letter example for actors to send to a prospective agent:


Hello, [name of agent],

I’m [your name], and I’m writing to seek representation in [TV/film/commercial work/etc.]. I have been working in the business for [X amount of time], and [write something about yourself that’s not obvious from your résumé or reel]. I’m [describe your type], and I was referred by [name of your reference; it’s helpful if you were referred, and for some agencies, it’s required]. I’ve recently been working on [name a recent project or professional experience], and I think your agency would be a good fit for me because [research the agency to find a reason].

I am currently appearing in [X show] on [X date]. If you can attend, I would love to get tickets for you. Also, I’m on [X series] currently airing on [X network].

If you would like to schedule an interview, I can be reached at [phone number, email, and website (website should include headshots, all links to your social media, news, IMDb, Actors Access, etc)]. I look forward to connecting soon. Below please find a link to my résumé and a link to my acting reel.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

—Links—

#actors #agent #manager #representation 

USC’s graduate acting and dramatic writing programs are now tuition-free by Pat Alexander  •  last post Jun 13th

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2024-06-12/usc-graduate-acting-dramatic-writing-mfa-programs-tuition-free

Difficult Part by Mario Leone  •  last post Jun 13th

As an actor what was your most challenging part?

First Julliard, then Yale, now USC... by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jun 12th

...I like the direction that MFA programs are moving towards. What are your thoughts? How much would not having to pay tuition inform your decision to go to grad school?
 
*it should be noted that my grad alma mater, my beloved University of Florida, has been tuition-free, plus provides a teaching stipend, for MFA actors since before my time when I started in 2002. 

https://www.aol.com/news/uscs-graduate-acting-dramatic-writing-100006736.html

Casting For Proof Of Concept Scene by Kevin Forest Frasure  •  last post Jun 11th

I am casting for a horror proof of concept scene in the Nashville area. I need an actress in 20s - 30s for role. See ad for more information and forward to any actresses who you think may be interested. https://nashville.craigslist.org/tlg/d/nashville-actress-needed-for-proof-of/7755224815.html

Upcoming AMA by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jun 11th

I am super excited to be hosting an Actor AMA here in the Acting Lounge on June 26th. Get your questions ready about training, side hustles, the biz for actors, or anything else that you could use some input or guidance on.

2 FREE Stage 32 In-Person Networking Meetups This Thursday, June 13th! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 11th

Hey, Actors!


There are 2 FREE Stage 32 in-person networking meetups coming up this Thursday, June 13th! I'm including links to the meetup pages for you all below. If you live in any of these cities or are nearby, be sure to RSVP and seize this opportunity to meet with other creatives in person and help build your local creative community! 

Austin, TX: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1980/June-Stage-32-Austin-TX-In-Person-Meetup
Phoenix, AZ: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1979/June-Phoenix-AZ-In-Person-Meetup

Wednesday's Ask Me Anything with James Kicklighter in the Filmmaking Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 11th

Hey, All!


Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with James Kicklighter, Multi-Award Winning Narrative & Documentary Film Director and Producer (THE SOUND OF IDENTITY & THE AMERICAN QUESTION), and Stage 32 Thought Leader in the Filmmaking Lounge! James is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How To Network Properly To Build A Film Career"

You can ask James questions like, What do I need to do to build a network? What are some best practices for networking and following up? How can I stand out to differentiate myself? What are the best means of communication with a new contact? Should I research contacts? etc. Don't miss out on a chance to ask your questions!

The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-6-12-to-Thursday-6-13-How-To-Network-Properly-To-Build-A-Film-Career

Do you know where actors make the most money? by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 11th

This might surprise you. Watch the video and learn.

https://youtu.be/QVqChTLyX2E

Many types of acting jobs bring in additional income.

You might not be familiar with some of the jobs.
Ever heard of standardized patient work or role playing jobs?

Commercial Print work is also a great job for actors.

Here is Another Great Video For You:

2024 Best Side Hustle Jobs for Actors - Many You've Never Heard About - Here are 23
https://youtu.be/7WdieakkoHA?si=jiTK44fYlruRt9yA

Have any suggestions for acting jobs outside of the traditional ones? If so, share them.

The Importance of Emotions for Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 10th



“When we connect to people with our emotions we generally want two things: To be understood and/or to have the other person feel the same way that we feel. In order to have these things happen, first we must deeply feel the emotion and second, the emotion needs to be expressed in a strong and compelling way.

This is exactly what has to happen in an audition. You need to walk into the room with a feeling of joy for being there and excitement that you get to share your work and yourself. If this is what is naturally being expressed, that is what the people in the room will connect to and they’ll have an immediate, positive response to you. This works both ways, as I’m sure you know. If you don’t feel connected to the material and don’t feel confident that your audition will be a strong and interesting representation of what you have to offer the role, you’ll connect with doubt and anxiety. When it’s time to work, and this goes for taped auditions as well, you need to reach out to the people watching and connect to them with the honestly felt emotions you’ve brought to the piece, expressed with power and heart.  

“Expressed” is a keyword here. Remember, film and TV auditioning and acting is not so much about creating something outside of you as it is about expressing what is already inside you. The people in the room want pure emotion, honestly expressed and in a taped audition the camera demands no less. Any showing, selling, or creating outside of the self puts a wall of effort in front of you and makes it impossible for you to make the true connections that make the auditioners feel what you want them to feel. But when your connection is eye to eye, face to face, and emotion to emotion, they know they’ve met the actor who can make the audience take notice and really feel. 

To connect through the eyes, body energy, facial expressions, and emotions is to so thoroughly wrap yourself around a role that you cannot be separated from it.”


- Craig Wallace is the creator and award-winning teacher of the Wallace Audition Technique

#actor #expression #technique #emotion #audition
 

3 acting tips: how to produce REAL emotion by Amanda Toney  •  last post Jun 9th

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-PDoo2BXLQ

Happily getting things done! by Christian Larson  •  last post Jun 9th

https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm7298862?ref_=hm_nv_usr_profile Help me help you, Thanks!

My dream is to be American movie Acting by Siter Ibrahim  •  last post Jun 8th

My dream is to be American movie Acting

Is there any funding available for Actors who want to go further with their training/career? by Jonathan William Turnock  •  last post Jun 8th

I am wondering how to get funding for further training  or more guidance on how to do this please. I really want things to work out for me. I am currently unemployed but obliviously I want to achieve things in life and I want to make things like this happen. I graduated from University last year and I want to push further. 

Phoenix area actors! by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Jun 6th

June in person meet up next week

https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1979

Social Media For Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 6th



You know that social media offers excellent tools to market yourself, but are you using each platform properly?
As an actor, you want to constantly strive to create an image of yourself as an interesting and relatable person. So often, though, through the misuse of social media, the blending of personal and professional comes through and it becomes difficult to showcase ourself in the appropriate light. This isn’t a rebuke on sharing parts of your life that are interesting and unrelated to acting; relating to your followers is an important part of being social. However, being consistent and molding your image is critical to gain a consistent and dedicated following.
In the entertainment industry, image and perception are (almost) everything. You should strive to show your professionalism, talent, skill set, and appreciation for working daily to make yourself a better person and talent.

Aspects of who you are and how you work to become better at your craft is very important to your social media profiles. Posting that you are at your workshop, getting new headshots, going to an audition, listening to a podcast about how to give an energetic performance every time, working on a new accent, etc., are all fantastic examples of what you could be telling your followers to boost your credibility.
This also highlights that you are serious about your work as an actor.
Focusing your time and energy is key to your online engagement. Don’t spread yourself too thin by using more than three social media accounts. You should be using social media to show followers and fans what you’re doing career-wise; it should not be the activity itself.
Don’t spend more than 15-20 minutes per day on each platform and spend it crafting what you are saying rather than mindlessly roaming around wasting time.
Spend time talking to and responding to your friends/fans to show that you hear them. Did you know that Mr. Rogers reportedly responded to every single one of his fan letters? That’s the commitment and respect he felt his audience deserved.

#actor #socialmedia #lifestyle

Actors: How to Master the Art of Self Tape! by Sydney Summers  •  last post Jun 6th

Stage 32 is excite to welcome Kym Jackson back for her upcoming webinar. 


For an actor today, self tapes make the world go around. They are the main way for us to show what we can do with a role, to book work and for casting offices and filmmakers to get to know us.
There are right and wrong ways to execute each element of a self tape. Some issues can be so bad that casting may not be able to share your tape with production, and may not have time to give notes for you to do it again. Most aren’t ‘deal breakers’ - they just make us look a little worse, and don’t really help us ‘shine’.

In this webinar, Kym will walk you through self tape equipment and technical set up, then share performance tips, before moving on to editing methods and finally exporting and uploading your self taped auditions. She will show you how to execute each stage of self taping in a way that supports and enhances your performance, so you can avoid mistakes that distract from it.
Plus receive a Self Tape Setup Map Handout!

Sign up link: https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-webinars?h=actors-master-t...

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

These 2 Words Changed My Life For The Better by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 4th

These 2 words changed my life and acting career for the better

https://youtu.be/CrrWr1lQQPw

As artists, our lives can get really crazy busy. We all juggle so many things
at once. I now use these 2 words to relax and truly enjoy and appreciate what I 
am doing. 

Enjoy the video: https://youtu.be/CrrWr1lQQPw

Would love to hear what you do that helps maintain some type of normalcy in your crazy life.

Share your thoughts.
Aaron