Every year, thousands of actors descend on Los Angeles with dreams of finding fame and fortune. They come from far and wide, and many come from the U.K.!
We Brits are drawn to the sunshine, beaches, and wealth of opportunity that is said to be found in the City of Angels. Unfortunately, many arrive ill-informed and unprepared, failing to make the most of their visit. London and L.A. are two different markets, and it’s important to be aware of their differences if you’re thinking of coming to Hollywood.
One thing they have in common is the importance of an actor’s headshot. Your headshot is the key that might get you in that room with the agent, manager or casting director who could change your career. But what makes a good headshot in each market is something that is constantly evolving, and is often not consistent across cities.
If you’re a British actor with your sights set on Hollywood, here are a few things you should know about your number one marketing tool.
ColorYour headshot must be in color! (That’s how they spell “colour” in California, another useful thing to remember!) The U.K. market is catching up and people have been using colour for a couple of years now, but
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