Acting Auditions Tips
Nowadays, acting auditions are not only being streamed online, but there's also been a rise in how many of them search using social media and other websites. That means the competition is fierce and you need to be at the top of your game right now. We're here to help! This blog post will teach you all about acting auditions tips such as what to wear, some things never to do on an audition or during a call-back, and some actor guidelines found on the Internet that may help you land your next role.
Action Items:
– Know who you're going in for. If they're a director, be prepared to tell them specific things they've done that have impressed you and why you like their work. If they're an actor, ask them what it's like to work with the director so that you can form your own opinions on that. No matter who it is, try to find out as much as possible about them beforehand.
– Know what the role requires of you before going into an audition or call-back. This could mean knowing about the character you'll be playing or perhaps even getting a copy of the script. If you don't know the role, it can be a good idea to ask the casting director on your list if there's anything you need to do beforehand.
– The best time for your audition or call-back is the morning. If you're in New York City and are scheduled for a call-back at 3 PM, leave yourself enough time to get to that location and be prepared with everything because this isn't something you want to stress over.
– Be sure to dress appropriately. You don't want to show up in your pajamas or whatever and this could look sketchy on camera (or even off). We suggest going for a morning run, eating a good breakfast, and then getting ready. Show up on time.
– When you're on set, follow all instructions as best you can, even if you don't agree with them. For example, if the director asks everyone to be quiet during an audition, keep silent whether you like what's going on or not. There's a time to talk and there's a time to not talk and the first one is right now!
– Don't do anything that might damage your future career in any way. Don't do anything on set that might be considered rude or disrespectful to the director or other actors. It's important that the director sees you as a positive person and someone who will work well with everyone else on set.
– Do not speak to other actors. When you're in front of the camera, it's best not to make eye contact with other actors, even when you're giving directions. This is a sign of disrespect and means that you won't work well with others on set.
– If you were told not to do something (like talking), then don't do it! The director will understand either way and they trust your professionalism enough to give that command so don't make them look bad by going against them.
– We recommend following the audition format most of the time. If you run into an exception, make sure to talk about it with the casting director beforehand.
– Be sure to know your lines and be prepared. If your callback or audition involves a script, know all of your lines and be able to deliver them with emotion and believability. That's what they want! Also be prepared with a 1-2 minute warm up if needed.
– Make eye contact when you can. This is important in any situation but even more so now because they want to see that you'll work well on camera. You may also want to try practicing this before stepping in front of the camera (or mirror).
– It's okay to get a little emotional during an audition. When you're getting into character and it makes sense, nobody will ever know (unless you tell them).
– If the director or casting director gives you direction, listen to it! If they want you to change something, do it! If they want you to do something different, again do it. You can't be nervous and worry about making them look bad if they say something that may offend or hurt your feelings.
– Keep your expectations realistic. You may get a callback and never get the part, but that's okay. As long as it's not because you bombed or messed up, everything was good and they liked you, then good for you!
– If you don't get what you want after an audition or call-back, do not let it bother you. This happens to everyone. Don't always be negative. Do your best and move on to the next thing!
– Know the basics of acting like how to act for a camera (including what direction to look when), knowing your lines, warming up before going on camera, how to tell where/when to be on camera, really learning your character's story and purpose on set/the film.
– The best bet for you is to ask your talent agency to get you in touch with casting directors and film companies. Ask them if they know of any casting calls, call-backs, and shoots going on. Also check out our blog posts about acting: How to Get Into Acting and How to Make it in Hollywood!
– Have fun! Acting is a great way to make a living without having to get in front of the camera every single day. You'll love every second of it if you do it right and this could be your big break! Good luck!!
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