Where to Find Casting Notices

If you are an aspiring thespian you will need to find casting notices to get work in the area you are interested in. Casting notices are placed in trade papers as well as on the Internet. These notices give detail about what types of roles are available in theatre as well as film and television.

Tips on how to find casting notices for movies

Casting notices will explain what type of demographic they are looking for in their candidate. They will specify age, sex and height for the role they are casting for as well as the time and location for the audition. In order to get involved you will need to have a portfolio and resume ready to go when you step into an audition. Your portfolio should include a current black and white 8x10 photo of yourself as well as an attached resume with work you have done previously. Be prompt, professional and courteous and arrive on time just as the casting notice describes. Some casting notices will have email contacts and you may have to submit this information to a casting agent for review before they will even see anyone. The casting agent wants to work with talented people and will want you to be committed to the project.

Depending on what the casting notices asks for you will want to dress casual, yet professional. Remember you are not a superstar yet and you should wear some clothes that fit well and you look great in. As a rule of thumb, everyone has an outfit they look their best in. Don’t be afraid to look professional. Some casting notices will tell you to dress a certain way. Don’t under dress or wear clothing that is revealing or considered fad or trendy. You are a professional and are looking for a break; they will look at your overall appearance as well as your ability to act if they decide to give you the job. You will only get one chance to make a lasting impression.

On the day of the audition report to where the casting notice tells you to. At this time, you will meet with the casting agent as well as the producer and the director of the film. You will be given a script and told which lines you will need to recite or “act out” for them. This is your only shot to get the job done right, so you will have to put your best effort into your performance. Some casting agents may post a script on a website that can be found on a casting notice.

You may also be videotaped so that they can review your performance over and over again. Sometimes it’s the subtle gesture or hint that can make or break you. Watch your body language and speak clearly. Don’t be overdramatic and campy. Casting agents are looking to work with serious individuals to achieve the best result for their film. They may ask you questions about your availability and will let you know that if they are interested they will contact you. This is a standard line at the end of almost every audition. Be appreciative and say thank you at the end. Don’t stop there, continue to keep looking for more casting notices!

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