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- How To Audition Like a Pro!by Jenn DavidToday’s technology is allowing actors the convenience of self-taped auditions. More and more casting directors are having actors send in their own self-taped auditions to be seen for the part without having to
- ‘Lovecraft Country’: Trenton Rostedt in Premiere Episode Of HBO Seriesby Jenn DavidEXCLUSIVE: Screen Actors Guild AwardsNominated, Actor for his Outstanding Action Performance in Westworld, Actor Trenton Rostedt is set to star in Season 1 Episode 1, as Deputy Dalton, opposite Jonathan Majors, Jurnee Smollett-Bell and Courtney B. Vance in HBO’s upcoming straight-to-series drama Lovecraft Country, from Misha Green, Oscar winner Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions, J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot and Warner Bros Television.
- Agency Rules of Conductby Jenn DavidAll represented talent, (including parents/guardians of talent under the age of 18), must agree and adhere, all below mentioned rules of professional conduct to ensure a successful working relationship. Failure to do so,
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- Tips to Instantly Improve Your Self Tape Videoby Jenn DavidWhat is a self tape? Self Taping is an increasingly used method of casting in the film and television industry, and now even in theatre. Instead of going along to a conventional audition,
- How to Format Your Child Actor Resumeby Jenn DavidWhether your child is a new actor just breaking in, or a more experienced actor who needs a little “resume make-over”, this information is for you! Many parents struggle with how to present their child’s work experience in a resume format. Who knew we would ever have to create an employment resume for someone who is 5 years old? It is common for parents to stray away from industry standards, or give unintentional, subtle messages that are negative, while creating a resume.
- How To Format Your Actor Resumeby Jenn DavidBelieve it or not, actor resumes are one area where the entertainment industry is pretty standard. Geography doesn’t make that much difference. That’s why most of the nationwide casting sites give you the
- Entertainment Payroll Basics and What You Need to Knowby Jenn DavidThe basic laws covering film and TV production payroll are similar to those that govern payroll for other businesses. But some wage-and-hour rules are made specific to the entertainment business for the Motion Picture Industry. Other provisions are made for specific crew member classifications, or for entire areas of production, in collective bargaining agreements negotiated by film and TV union locals.
- The World of Being a Parent to a Young Performerby Jenn DavidWelcome to the world of being a parent to a young performer! This job comes with many responsibilities. It’s important for a parent to realize this at the very beginning. Of course, the
- Verifying Information Reported for Your Child Actorby Jenn DavidIt is crucial to not only follow up with any correspondence received from the Social Security Administration, but it is recommended that minors request their Social Security Statement annually. They are not automatically sent to minors, they must be requested.
- The Falcon and the Winter Soldierby Jenn DavidVox magazine gives us an inside look on what to expect on Marvel’s first Disney+ show.
- 3 Commercial Audition Tips From a Talent Agent.by Jenn DavidWhen you are auditioning for a commercial via a self tape there are a few key foundational principles that I believe can transform your performance.
- Setting Up Your Actor’s Access Profileby Jenn DavidSince you are looking to do this professionally, you will want to be submitting for as many jobs as you can to make the most out of the incredible access this platform gives actors. So you would be best served by creating and paying for an Actors Access Plus account which gives you unlimited submissions, unlimited ECO Cast auditions, no charge to include your media in submissions and more.