How to get background acting work as an extra: where to register, photos, what to bring to set, set etiquette, and how background work relates to SAG-AFTRA.
Commercial vs Theatrical Acting: What Is the Difference?
The difference between commercial and theatrical acting: auditions, headshots, pay, training, and which path beginners should pursue.
Acting Resume for Beginners: Format, Examples, and Tips
How to write an acting resume with little or no experience: the standard format, what to include, special skills, formatting tips, and resumes for kids.
What to Wear to an Acting Audition or Modeling Casting
What to wear and bring to acting auditions and modeling go sees, plus audition etiquette tips for adults, kids, and parents.
Self Tape Audition Tips: Setup, Lighting, and Performance
How to record a professional self tape audition at home: camera, lighting, sound, framing, reader tips, slates, and common mistakes to avoid.
Headshots for Actors and Models: What You Need and How to Get Them
What makes a great actor headshot, how headshots differ from modeling digitals, what they cost, and tips for a successful session.
How to Get a Talent Agent, Even With No Experience
How new actors can get a talent agent: what agents look for, the difference between agents and managers, a step by step submission plan, and questions to ask before signing.
Modeling and Acting Scams: 12 Red Flags Every Performer Should Know
Learn the 12 most common red flags of modeling and acting scams, what legitimate opportunities look like, and what to do if you think you were targeted.
How to Find Legitimate Acting Auditions: A Beginner’s Guide
A practical beginner guide to finding real acting auditions: where to look, what materials you need, and how to tell a legitimate casting call from a scam.
Start Your Acting or Modeling Career Today: A Step by Step Roadmap
A step by step roadmap for starting an acting or modeling career, from headshots and resumes to auditions, agents, and avoiding scams.