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Friday, June 13, 2008
About a year ago I stumbled upon a site that a few tech guys I knew recommended called Digg.com. It's a really cool website that has helped us connect with some amazing people and really cool content on the web.So What is Digg.com?Digg.com is a site ... [more]
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Friday, June 6, 2008
Members are always shooting me over messages about what to do if their photos are coming up blurry. For the most part, resolution ends up being the issue.So, if your headshots aren't coming up as clear as you'd like them, take these steps to clean th... [more]
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Monday, May 5, 2008
Who would have thought…a place to go online and post your own talent only to have America vote you INTO a job! Thanks to Gotcast.com, that next BIG opportunity just became that much closer to reality. So, if there were a way to get an edge over all t... [more]
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Monday, March 24, 2008
I started working as a fulltime casting executive at E! Entertainment and the Style Network over 5 years ago. Unfortunately my college communications classes didn't help me in Casting. Instead, I started at the bottom as a casting assistant, as did t... [more]
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Saturday, January 19, 2008
Ok, so you want to show that you’ve got “skills” and are worthy of hosting a show, right? You’ve also figured, “Since I don’t really have any material for a demo reel, I may as well have my best friend shoot some video of me so I can create one from ... [more]
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Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Here's what I do know:There has never been a better time to be a host. Networks are scrambling to get new programming on the air with February and May Sweeps coming because most of the scripted shows that they had in the can will expire in the next c... [more]
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Sunday, December 30, 2007
Auditions are your opportunity to shine in front of a casting director. That being said, it’s important to do everything in your power to do the best that you can do. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind: 1) Always show up early and/or ... [more]
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Monday, December 24, 2007
There are over 250 agencies in Los Angeles, each with a varying number of agents. These agencies range from boutiques with just one or two agents to corporate agencies that might have upwards of hundreds of agents. It’s helpful to identify the agenci... [more]
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Wednesday, December 12, 2007
In Hollywood, agents are responsible for procuring work for their clients. Agents use their existing relationships with television networks, producers, and casting directors to help secure auditions and jobs for their clients. Agents are also respons... [more]
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Monday, December 3, 2007
If you’ve never worked on camera before, we recommend jumping into an acting and/or hosting workshop before you do anything. These classes/workshops will help you to gain a general understanding of the fundamentals of the craft before you jump into i... [more]
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Monday, November 19, 2007
So what should your headshots look like?If you ask 5 different people, you’ll probably get 5 different answers. But, here are a few global rules of thumb: 1) COLOR COLOR COLOR…definitely make sure that your headshot is in color. 2) It’s... [more]
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Monday, November 12, 2007
Your demo reel is extremely important. It shows what you’re capable of and highlights your body of work, if you have one. Here are a few guidelines: 1) Your demo reel should be no more than 3-5 minutes in length. Casting directors often make a decisi... [more]
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Monday, November 5, 2007
It is possible to secure an agent before moving to LA. However, this is more the exception than the rule. Agents typically prefer to work with artists who are willing to take the risk and actually move to LA. If an artist is too insecure about his/he... [more]
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Monday, October 15, 2007
Agents procure work for their clients. They then commission 10% of the compensation earned by their clients, as determined by California state law. Agents typically facilitate auditions and general meetings for clien... [more]
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