Casting these days has gone into hyper-drive and I’ve seen a trend in client requests for completing casting with self-submissions. This usually occurs when a client needs to expedite the casting process due to tight deadlines. (I call it “fast food” casting.) And this usually means self-submissions are in lieu of a casting session. So suffice to say, knowing the basics of creating a killer self-submission is really important to landing a job!
Here are some tips to remember every time you self-submit:
1. Stick to the guidelines. If there are parameters given by the casting director, follow them! If it says “slate” or to state your location or height/weight, make sure you do exactly what is requested. If there is a limit on file size or format, make sure yours meets the criteria. You wouldn’t believe how many actors don’t and end up never getting reviewed.
2. Pay attention to lighting.I can’t tell you how many times actors will submit for projects when they get home at night and forget to turn a light on. One woman submitted for the lead in a TV show I was casting and was great—the client’s top pick. She sent her clip in and we eagerly watched, excited to see what our
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