Your demo is produced. Your spot on the talent roster is secured. The audition comes in. Now what? Simple. Follow these five steps.
1. Pay attention.Auditions come with specific instructions as to how a file should be labeled, slate information, how to submit, etc. Make sure you pay close attention to all of these little details; if you miss one, your audition may end up in the trash.
2. Slate if you’re asked to.If the audition doesn’t specify slate instructions, ask the sender. Different booking entities have different slate preferences. Some want tail slates while others may want only your first name. Still another agent may prefer no slate at all.
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Also, there is no need to explain yourself before the read. Let your delivery demonstrate what style you’re hitting and do not re-slate before additional takes.
3. Keep quiet on the details.Never share audition information, especially in a public venue like social media. While a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) may not accompany the audition, it should still be treated as confidential information.
4. Don’t check in.Agents and other booking entities don’t have time to follow-up with
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