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Book out/in: Technically speaking, an actor is always ready, willing and able to work. Therefore, it's imperative that we are aware of the EXACT dates when you are not available for work. You must book in and out with us. It is most convenient to book out by emailing your dates. 

Simply email us the actual dates when you are not available (including traveling days), the reason why you need to book out and an emergency contact incase we need to reach you. If you are also repped by an agent, please book out with them at the same time so we all our schedules match.

Confirmation: With thousands of actors vying for the one role and hundreds of talent reps competing to get our actors seen, our ability to confirm your appointment quickly with a client is a vital first step to you booking the job. In most cases, the time of the audition is set by the casting director and we cannot change the appointment times. ALL CONFIRMATIONS ARE FINAL. Once you are confirmed to attend an audition, you must attend. 

·        If we leave you a message announcing an audition appointment, it is imperative that you return our call within 2 hours so that we can confirm your attendance with the Casting Director. Check your messages frequently (at least every 2 hours and at the end of the day).

·        If we are fully aware of your daily schedule, we will confirm automatically. 

·        If we are NOT aware of your availability and we have not heard from you after 2 hours, we will replace you with an available actor.   

Conflicts: It is your responsibility to inform us of any PRODUCT CONFLICTS in commercials. If we call you for a commercial audition and you have a product conflict, LET US KNOW! You cannot attend that audition! A conflict means that you have a commercial running in the same region for a similar or competitive product, or if you are receiving holding fees for one. 

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Punctuality: Please arrive at your audition on time or early. This will allow you time to get centered and relax before you go in to meet the Casting Director, Director, Producer, Writer and/ or Star. On some occasions, you will be handed new sides. Arriving early will afford you the time to familiarize yourself with this new material. On occasion, casting directors will not allow you to audition if you arrive late. If you're previous audition is running late, notify the casting director that you have another audition you need to get to and could they please bump you up the line so you don't run late.

No Show: A casting director's job is to remember names, faces and information that might help or hurt the production. NEVER skip an audition after you've been confirmed. If you just can't get yourself together, call us and we will cover for you. A temporary pain is not worth ruining your livelihood. This is a business of professionals. We all have a responsibility to others and we must always consider how our actions will affect the other people involved. If a Casting Director calls to tell me that you were a No Show, you will automatically be dropped.

Readiness: Most people are not afraid of failing. They do it all the time. People are generally afraid of succeeding. They do it less often. When we throw you the ball, we rely on you to run with it. This means that you must prepare yourself mentally, physically and artistically to win. If possible, use a coach to help you prepare for auditions. But above all, strive to discover reasons why you should get the part and work to dispel the fears that you won't. The future is anyone's guess. Guess on your side!

Research: When auditioning for Film & TV, get information about any of the industry professionals you may be meeting. The Internet Movie Database will help. Also, keep a journal of the people you meet. This will help you learn the "players".

Extra 8x10: For the most part, casting directors will already have your 8x10 and resume in front of them when you arrive. But on occasion, they will ask you for an extra copy. Therefore, always bring an extra 8x10 stapled to your resume (cut down to fit the 8x10 headshot) to every audition.

Sign in: For commercial auditions, you must sign in and sign out. Upon arrival to any audition, check to see if there is a sign in sheet and fill in the requested information. For auditions with no sign-in sheet, the casting director or assistant is holding it and they will sign you in and out. In those occasions, make sure the person in charge knows you have arrived.

Slate: For On Camera auditions, they will ask you to slate. There are variations on the theme, but no matter what they ask for, it will always have the basic slate: your name & talent rep.

Example: “Hi, I’m         your name here      . I’m with Six Degrees”.

If the audition came to me from an agent I set you up with, you will slate using that agency name (and sign in with their number). I will always let you know who to slate as your rep.

When slating, look into the camera. Then when you start the scene, focus your eyes on the reader thereby creating a 4th wall for the viewer of the tape.

Follow up: After each audition, please call us to let us know how you thought it went. It’s important for us to know how the experience was for you. This will also give us the opportunity to answer whatever questions or concerns you might have so that your comfort level and performance improves with each audition. If nothing else, this will give you the chance to share your joy or let off steam. You can always leave a message if you are calling outside of regular business hours.

Feedback: For the most part, casting directors and management only discuss feedback if the actor's time is in demand and needs to clear his schedule. If the actor is relatively new to the business and may possibly need further training or coaching, I also sometimes check with casting for feedback. Otherwise, casting directors are not in the business of making sure an actor improves his/her audition technique. Keeping your talent and skill sharp is your job. If you're auditions are unproductive, do some self examination to release whatever blockages you have.

Leaving messages: Leave your FULL name, always leave the number, and state the purpose of your call. If you do not leave your telephone number, your call will not be returned regardless of how often we speak.

Gratitude & Appreciation: Industry Professionals are always taking a risk whenever they meet with an unknown actor. Send a postcard or a hand written thank you note expressing your appreciation for their taking the time to meet with you.