by Cast It Admin | Mar 4, 2016 | The Competitive Edge, US
In a commercial audition, the Casting Director or the Session Director gives you directions before you start. The directions will usually be made up of: The general feel of the spot The feel of who you are in the spot/attitude Your relationship to other characters in...
by Cast It Admin | Feb 3, 2016 | The Competitive Edge, US
There Is More To Being A Successful Actor Than Knowing Technique. As talent, of course, you are focused on your audition technique; how you get the call back and the booking. This blog is not about that. However, knowing and understanding the process will enable you...
by Cast It Admin | Jan 5, 2016 | The Competitive Edge, US
Do you have the important trait that will make you stand out? In my book Breaking Into Commercials I list seven elements that give you the competitive edge. Know The Technique Maintain a Positive Attitude Always Expect The Unexpected Expect to be Put at a Disadvantage...
by Cast It Admin | Dec 1, 2015 | The Competitive Edge, US
Happy Holidays. As the end of the year is usually time for reflecting on goals you have reached and creating new goals, I am giving you a holiday gift reminder of positive energy and positive thoughts. Here are a number of thoughts to keep in mind to send yourself...
by Cast It Admin | Nov 3, 2015 | The Competitive Edge, US
If you are under the impression that the voiceover field is closed, you are wrong. The iron-clad gates have opened up. The voiceover field is the new Wild West of an acting career and talent are expanding their career to include voiceovers. When I cast voiceovers, I...
by Cast It Admin | Oct 8, 2015 | The Competitive Edge, US
Are Avails Driving You Crazy? We all know avails are a good thing. But are they driving you crazy? Being put on avail is certainly a recognized indication that you’ve done a good job–and they bring you one step closer to booking the job. (I must take this moment to...
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