Tag: agent
My Running Shoes Might be Like Your Acting Career
If you are not getting the acting and modeling auditions or jobs you want, there are some specific things you should be doing.
You Won’t Believe the Booking I Had
A few weeks ago I received an email from a promotional company. They normally hire people to hand out items in stores or bring people to a booth at a convention. This one was different, and you won’t believe the booking I had. I Did a Similar Job Many Years Ago Many years ago I […]
Why Today Was the Perfect Day to Get My Haircut
Today was the perfect day for me to get my hair cut. When you watch the video you will learn why today was the right day to change my look and get my hair cut. Never Cut Your Hair Until After You Learned That You Didn’t Book the Audition In This video you will […]
3 Things to do When Work is Slow
There are 3 things all actors and models should do when work is slow. Virtually all actors and models go through time periods when work is slow. I was recently on a roll. Got cast in an ABC pilot, worked on a Steve Carell feature and then right after those jobs I had a 2-day […]
I Got Booked on an ABC Pilot
While giving workshops in South Africa, I got an email telling me I was booked for an ABC pilot. It is very hard to get these types of bookings. Casting directors can receive anywhere between 500-1500 head shot/resume submissions per role. Then, only a small percentage of those actors get the chance to audition. After […]
If I Heard This Comment Over 30 Years Ago, I Might Not Be an Actor
I recently heard this comment from an agent. If I heard it when I was starting in the industry, I might not have entered the business. Not All Agents Understand the Industry Starting an acting or modeling agency, does not automatically mean that the agent understands how to run the business properly. I recently heard […]
5 Questions You Need to Ask Before Accepting a Go-See
Most models don’t even think about asking questions before agreeing to attend a go-see. They get get an email or text from their agent with the details, confirm and attend. Don’t Agree to Attending a Go-See Until Before you confirm with your agent, there are some questions that always need to be asked. 1. Who is the […]
How Far Can You Push an Acting Agent
There is a fine line between pushing an agent too far but also being proactive and taking care of yourself. I recently was asked to audition and have the video sent back to the agent by the next day. I worked really hard at understanding the material, who my character was, what the character wanted […]
This Was a Really Bad Experience With an Agent
Sometimes we run into really bad experiences with agents. This happened to me a while ago. I want to share it with you so that you handle this type of situation better than I did. Like with many things in this industry, even after being a full-time actor for more than 30 years, I am […]
What to Say to an Agent When Work is Slow
If you are an actor or model and finding that work is slow, what should you say to your agent to make things change? First, keep in mind, that everyone has slow periods throughout their career. If you happen to be fortunate enough to be a series regular on a show that runs for years, […]
4 Things You Can Do to Help Your Agent Get You More Work – Video
I was recently asked to help find talent for a few business video projects. I had the chance to get a glimpse into the life of an agent. It was a great experience for me. I always knew that agents work incredibly hard, but it was so interesting to see how much detailed work goes […]
Can You Ask Your Agent This Question?
It is very exciting to get news about an audition or go-see (the audition for models.) But there is a problem and you aren’t sure if you can ask your agent this question. When is it OK to Ask Your Agent for a Favor I was recently in a situation where I was told about […]
What Many Actors Forget to Put on Their Resume
Many people don’t know what they should or should not place on their acting resume. And, lot’s of people have no idea how important an acting resume can be for an actor, but for a reason that will surprise you. If you are just getting started in the acting industry then you won’t have any […]
This is When You Need to Say No to an Agent
When actors and models receive a notice that we have gotten a booking, it is a very exciting. Booking jobs can be very hard and to hear that we got cast, helps make all of the hard work we have done worthwhile. That is why it is so hard to say no to an agent […]
Signing This Modeling Contract Could Cost You Thousands of Dollars
If you ever get the opportunity to work on a commercial modeling job, you will be asked to sign a model a modeling contract on the set. It is called a model release form. This is a legal document that gives the photographer permission to use your image. The model release form has to be […]
Do Actors Have to Memorize Lines for an Audition?
Do Actors Have to Memorize Lines for an Audition? By Aaron Marcus Written for BackStage Whether or not an actor has to memorize lines for an audition is a question I get asked all the time. It’s a pretty simple and straightforward one, but the answer can be complicated. If you’re told that the casting director […]
Didn’t Book the Job? That Might be a Good Sign. Here’s Why
Have you had an audition, thought your read was great and then you fond out that you did not book the job? Or, have you auditioned multiple times for the same show or casting director, never booked anything and figured they are not liking your read? It can be very frustrating. Watch this video and learn why […]
Warning: Avoid this Acting Scam
Unfortunately in the acting and modeling industry, there are many people who prey on folks who have a dream. They know enough about the industry to tell you what you want to hear, but don’t have the knowledge, experience or contacts to turn your dream into a reality. Any acting scam and modeling scam is costly. […]
Didn’t Book the TV/Film Job? Maybe This is Why
You get excited because you are contacted about auditioning for a TV show or feature film. And, you should be excited. It is hard to get auditions. Actually, getting the audition is winning. And now you are thinking about how you can book the job. You should be excited about getting the film or TV […]
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