The Internet has made it a lot easier to connect with casting directors. That’s the good news. The bad news is that the Internet has made it easy for everyone to connect with casting directors. With so many online submissions being sent to casting, it has never been more important to have all your online ducks in a row. Here are a few tips to help your online submission get seen and get you in the door.
1. Be prepared: It’s important that your profile is fully fleshed out. Make sure you have taken care of the following items:
Have multiple looks. At a bare minimum, your online profile should have two photos. One should be a commercial look—the image that shows off your winning smile and makes us want to hang out with you and buy whatever product you might be selling. The next look should be your theatrical (or dramatic) look. This photo shows off your serious side and makes us wonder what secrets you may have. If you have the ability, you should have a few more specific looks as well, such as office and casual looks showing you with facial hair or clean-shaven. Women can add a dressed up look with straight and or curly hair styles. If you are submitting for a role that takes place in an office, use a
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