#CDAtips from @SpotlightUK
22 Jul 2019
This week's tip is from feedback we've received from multiple casting directors. You should only correspond with the casting director regarding a casting. Do NOT take it upon yourself to contact a producer or director listed on a breakdown 💻#RaiseYourProfile #MondayMotivation
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#CDAtips ☀️You’d be amazed how many casting appointments are missed when we finally have a burst of sunny weather. It’s tempting… but don’t let that be you! 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ If you do feel hot, flustered or sweaty don’t stress or feel embarrassed. It won’t be as obvious on camera as you imagine. Take a sec to chill and don't let it be a distraction 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ Bring water and a fan for use while sitting in a hot studio waiting room. Take your water into the room with you in case of coughing fits / dry mouth 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ Remember to still follow the wardrobe brief for a casting regardless of the weather outside. Summer outfits don’t work in winter ads 😎#castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ If you go abroad learn a few phrases in the local language … you never know when they might come in handy. (But never claim to be fluent in a language unless you REALLY are!) 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ Holidays are a time to relax but don’t switch off completely, still check your emails, texts and messages and keep an eye on breakdown services 😎#castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️ Public transport gets hot. You’ll feel better if you avoid auditioning in a sweaty mess, take a spare top to change into when you get to the casting venue 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips ☀️Be prepared to self tape from your hols. Once you’ve unpacked, reccy the best place to film that unexpected self tape request … quiet, good lighting and a neutral background 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips☀️Use sunscreen. Lots of autumn, winter and Xmas ads shoot in the summer - lobster-red faces and tan lines could pose a problem 😎 #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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#CDAtips Keep your agent informed of your holiday dates and keep your @TagminUK profile up to date - even with last minute day trips. Castings can come in overnight! This is VERY important. #castingtips #casting #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorlife
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Remember to follow us next week for #CDAtips with great advice from our members on castings over the summer season. #castingtips #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorslife #casting
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Look out for a week of #CDAtips with great advice from our members on castings over the summer season. Starting Monday 8th July... #castingtips #castingdirectors #actors #actingtips #actorslife #casting
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12 Jun 2018
If you've not had a read through already, catch up with #CDAtips for fab #castingdirector wisdom 💛 Thanks for sharing the expert advice @CDAssoc #acting #actors
Tip 1) When contacting a CD make sure you send a good photo, your contact details, a CV and a link to your showreel if you have one. And remember don’t be surprised if you don’t get a response, it doesn’t mean we haven’t seen your material. #CDAtips #Grads from @scorpioredhair
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And a timely reminder courtesy of @scorpioredhair “Graduate Actors can join @TheMandyNetwork and get the first three months free.” #CDAtips #Grads
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Let 13 be your lucky number today! We've just tweeted 13 top #tips for recent #dramaschool #graduates ... and all #actors.
Look for hashtags #CDAtips #Grads.
Happy Friday!
#casting #castingdirectors #acting #actorslife
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Tip 13) If you don’t immediately get an agent do not worry. As a self-represented actor you have to be your own agent, be proactive and the opportunities are out there. #CDAtips #Grads from @AndCasting
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Tip 12) Never contact via social media. It can seem like an easier and more direct way to contact a casting director, but it also feels less professional. Stick to an email in the first instance. #CDAtips #Grads from @pearsoncasting
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Tip 11) Make sure you have good headshots - not glamorous, wearing very little make-up, natural, not too posed, at least one with a natural smile, maybe a three-quarter or full length shot. #CDAtips #Grads from @scorpioredhair
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