NYCastings - DirectSubmit » Search Results » Self-Taped https://www.nycastings.com Casting Tools for Casting Directors and On-Camera Talent Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:20:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.2 Making a Better Self-Taped Audition: Questions to Ask Your Casting Director https://www.nycastings.com/making-a-better-self-taped-audition-questions-to-ask-your-casting-director/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=making-a-better-self-taped-audition-questions-to-ask-your-casting-director https://www.nycastings.com/making-a-better-self-taped-audition-questions-to-ask-your-casting-director/#comments Tue, 12 Nov 2024 21:53:11 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25305 Hey there, aspiring actors! So, you’ve got your script, your camera is ready, and you’re about to dive into creating that perfect self-taped audition. Self-taped auditions have become a staple in the casting process, especially in the age of digital connectivity. They offer flexibility and a chance to showcase your talent from the comfort of […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/making-a-better-self-taped-audition-questions-to-ask-your-casting-director/feed/ 0 Get More Auditions with these Direct Submitting Tips https://www.nycastings.com/get-more-auditions-with-these-direct-submitting-tips/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-more-auditions-with-these-direct-submitting-tips https://www.nycastings.com/get-more-auditions-with-these-direct-submitting-tips/#comments Thu, 24 Oct 2024 23:41:02 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20110 Here are some tips to address good Direct Submitting etiquette. Please read and use these tips when submitting to projects. … Do not submit to projects in states you are not in, unless the casting notice states that this is a nationwide casting or seeing talent in a couple of different cities. … Most jobs […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/get-more-auditions-with-these-direct-submitting-tips/feed/ 0 The Self-Taping Audition Controversy https://www.nycastings.com/the-self-taping-audition-controversy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-self-taping-audition-controversy https://www.nycastings.com/the-self-taping-audition-controversy/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2024 19:16:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25223 In recent times, a debate has stirred the entertainment industry, particularly the acting community, revolving around the practice of self-taping auditions. Notably, Olivia Colman, an acclaimed actress, has voiced her opinion, labeling the request for actors to self-tape as disrespectful. This article delves into the nuances of this controversy, exploring the benefits and pitfalls of […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-self-taping-audition-controversy/feed/ 0 Self-Taped Monologues – Using Downtime To Get More Screentime! https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-monologues-using-downtime-to-get-more-screentime/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=self-taped-monologues-using-downtime-to-get-more-screentime https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-monologues-using-downtime-to-get-more-screentime/#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:21:38 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17981 Since many of us have a lot more time free time right now, due to our social distancing practices, it can give actors some time to ‘up their resume’ game with some new video. You can easily do this by setting up your smart phones or computers and recording some monologues or scenes with your […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-monologues-using-downtime-to-get-more-screentime/feed/ 0 Have Your Resume Reviewed by a Professional https://www.nycastings.com/resume-reviews-have-your-actors-resume-photos-reels-monologues-reviewed-by-a-professional/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=resume-reviews-have-your-actors-resume-photos-reels-monologues-reviewed-by-a-professional https://www.nycastings.com/resume-reviews-have-your-actors-resume-photos-reels-monologues-reviewed-by-a-professional/#comments Sun, 01 Oct 2023 22:14:03 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16977 Resume Reviews – Get Hands-on Written Reviews of your Resume, Photos, Reels and  Self-Taped Recordings. If you are new to the acting business, you really need to start off right to have the best chance of getting jobs right away. If you’re experiences, it can’t hurt to have a fresh perspective on your resume from an […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/resume-reviews-have-your-actors-resume-photos-reels-monologues-reviewed-by-a-professional/feed/ 0 Sustaining Longevity in Acting Careers https://www.nycastings.com/sustaining-longevity-in-acting-careers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sustaining-longevity-in-acting-careers https://www.nycastings.com/sustaining-longevity-in-acting-careers/#comments Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:20:04 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24461 It’s no secret that the entertainment industry is highly competitive. For actors, sustaining longevity in their careers can often feel like traversing a tightrope while juggling flaming bowling pins. However, fear not! In this article, we will delve into the secrets of how actors can stay relevant, inspired, and motivated in this ever-evolving profession. Continuous […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/sustaining-longevity-in-acting-careers/feed/ 0 Mastering the Art of Character Development: 10 Essential Tips for Actors https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-the-art-of-character-development-10-essential-tips-for-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mastering-the-art-of-character-development-10-essential-tips-for-actors https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-the-art-of-character-development-10-essential-tips-for-actors/#comments Wed, 29 Mar 2023 19:45:09 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23987 Just received a script for a self-taped audition, and you’re eager to make a lasting impression? Fear not! In this article, we’ll explore ten essential tips from expert acting coaches to help you develop a rich, multidimensional character from a script. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or an aspiring thespian, these tried-and-true techniques will guide you […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-the-art-of-character-development-10-essential-tips-for-actors/feed/ 0 Why Actors Should Make Their Own Content https://www.nycastings.com/why-actors-should-make-their-own-content/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-actors-should-make-their-own-content https://www.nycastings.com/why-actors-should-make-their-own-content/#comments Wed, 02 Nov 2022 21:28:40 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23400 A lot is being asked of actors these days. Due to the pandemic, most auditions are self-taped, meaning actors are required to film themselves rather than attend in-person auditions. At first glance, this could seem convenient for actors – and maybe it is for some – but it can also be a laborious and tedious chore. As […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/why-actors-should-make-their-own-content/feed/ 0 Eric Ladin of Ozark and Where the Crawdads Sing Talks Politics and Being of Jewish Faith https://www.nycastings.com/eric-ladin-of-ozark-and-where-the-crawdads-sing-talks-politics-and-being-of-jewish-faith/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=eric-ladin-of-ozark-and-where-the-crawdads-sing-talks-politics-and-being-of-jewish-faith https://www.nycastings.com/eric-ladin-of-ozark-and-where-the-crawdads-sing-talks-politics-and-being-of-jewish-faith/#comments Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:00:10 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22676 Actor Eric Ladin is a face you’ve seen before… Ozark, video games such as Street Fighter and Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, just to name a few. Be sure to check out his new film Where the Crawdads Sing which comes out July 15, 2022. You can watch the official trailer here. Eric also discussed […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/eric-ladin-of-ozark-and-where-the-crawdads-sing-talks-politics-and-being-of-jewish-faith/feed/ 0 From Disaster to Master of your Acting Career – DirectSubmitting https://www.nycastings.com/from-disaster-to-master-of-your-acting-career-directsubmitting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-disaster-to-master-of-your-acting-career-directsubmitting https://www.nycastings.com/from-disaster-to-master-of-your-acting-career-directsubmitting/#comments Sat, 15 May 2021 22:51:04 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=18309 An acting career is like any other career in terms of skill level and how well you can market you skills. The one thing that totally separates an acting career from everything else is that what you look like, and what you sound like are probably the most important things. Here are some things I […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/from-disaster-to-master-of-your-acting-career-directsubmitting/feed/ 0 The Actor’s Reel: It’s essential https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-reel-its-essential/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-actors-reel-its-essential https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-reel-its-essential/#comments Wed, 28 Apr 2021 01:23:11 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21229 Greetings actors, it’s time to get real with your reel! If you’re submitting to projects for any kind of lead or supporting role, the casting director, director and/or producers are going to want to see your work. Also, agents and managers will want to see video on you. DirectSubmit makes it’s really easy to show them […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-reel-its-essential/feed/ 0 Monologues for Actors https://www.nycastings.com/monologues-for-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=monologues-for-actors https://www.nycastings.com/monologues-for-actors/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:51:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?page_id=18136 The post Monologues for Actors appeared first on NYCastings - DirectSubmit.

]]> https://www.nycastings.com/monologues-for-actors/feed/ 0 Self-Taped Auditioning on DirectSubmit https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-auditioning/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=self-taped-auditioning https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-auditioning/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2020 17:59:48 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17940 Since we’re all trying to keep a little more distance right now for safety, we want to remind Talent & Clients that we have features to accommodate self-taped auditioning. … The clients may choose to ask for self-tapes in the casting notice and request talent to record them before submitting or they may choose to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/self-taped-auditioning/feed/ 0 Acting Terms Everyone Should Know https://www.nycastings.com/acting-terms-everyone-should-know/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acting-terms-everyone-should-know https://www.nycastings.com/acting-terms-everyone-should-know/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2019 18:00:35 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17050 Here is a great list of acting terms and Entertainment industry terms which you will hear often on film sets, in theatre productions and in recording studios.   Above the Line – A budgetary term for movies and TV. The line refers to money budgeted for creative talent, such as actors, writers, directors, and producers. Academic […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/acting-terms-everyone-should-know/feed/ 0 DirectSubmit Instructions for Client Dashboards https://www.nycastings.com/directsubmit-instructions-for-client-dashboards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=directsubmit-instructions-for-client-dashboards https://www.nycastings.com/directsubmit-instructions-for-client-dashboards/#comments Thu, 31 Oct 2019 15:29:43 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?page_id=17025 How to use the Casting Dashboard 1. When the Talent submits to a role you will see them under the NEW list. If nobody has submitted that role, it will not show yet. If they have, just click the number to start reviewing the talent. ___ 2. You can view the talent’s Full Profile (Credits, Special Skills, Training, […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/directsubmit-instructions-for-client-dashboards/feed/ 0 Be Prepared: It’s a Great Slogan For Actors And Scouts Alike https://www.nycastings.com/be-prepared-its-a-great-slogan-for-actors-and-scouts-alike/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=be-prepared-its-a-great-slogan-for-actors-and-scouts-alike https://www.nycastings.com/be-prepared-its-a-great-slogan-for-actors-and-scouts-alike/#comments Mon, 28 Oct 2019 15:42:28 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16955 As creative professionals, it’s one of the great joys in any actor’s life to get thrown into an unexpectedly extra-creative situation while on stage or on set. Who doesn’t love it when a director or AD says something like, “Hey, why don’t you just try something and see what happens?” If you’re a newbie director […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/be-prepared-its-a-great-slogan-for-actors-and-scouts-alike/feed/ 0 Post A Casting Notice – What Happens Next https://www.nycastings.com/post-a-casting-notice-what-happens-next/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=post-a-casting-notice-what-happens-next https://www.nycastings.com/post-a-casting-notice-what-happens-next/#comments Wed, 23 Oct 2019 17:40:59 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?page_id=16891 The post Post A Casting Notice – What Happens Next appeared first on NYCastings - DirectSubmit.

]]> https://www.nycastings.com/post-a-casting-notice-what-happens-next/feed/ 0 Casting Director Chat Feature – Send Video, Photos, Scripts, Contracts & More https://www.nycastings.com/new-casting-director-chat-feature/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-casting-director-chat-feature https://www.nycastings.com/new-casting-director-chat-feature/#comments Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:31:37 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16781 Our new Messaging system makes it easy for Casting Directors to send you files such as: – Scripts – Contracts – Reference Photos, Videos – Call Sheets If you see a new message in your dashboard saying: (3) Casting Messages make sure you respond quickly, and are able to send materials back as soon as asked.  If […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/new-casting-director-chat-feature/feed/ 0 Communicating with Talent – Sharing Scripts, Contracts, Reference Photos, videos & Call Sheets https://www.nycastings.com/communicating-with-talent-sharing-scripts-contracts-reference-photos-videos-call-sheets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=communicating-with-talent-sharing-scripts-contracts-reference-photos-videos-call-sheets https://www.nycastings.com/communicating-with-talent-sharing-scripts-contracts-reference-photos-videos-call-sheets/#comments Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:06:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?page_id=16761 … … Communicating with Talent When Talent Submissions come in from a Casting Notice, you have various ways to sort & communicate with them. Assign them to Groups to Email or Call for live Auditions, or request for them to make Self-Taped Auditions.  …. Need help coordinating Self-Taped Auditions, Scripts or Call Sheets? We have a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/communicating-with-talent-sharing-scripts-contracts-reference-photos-videos-call-sheets/feed/ 0 Content Creators Affiliate Partners Program https://www.nycastings.com/partners-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=partners-program https://www.nycastings.com/partners-program/#comments Tue, 15 Oct 2019 14:56:28 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?page_id=16704 Content Creators Affiliate Partners Program If you’re a busy Casting Director or Content Creator, we’re building new things to save you money, make you money and give you a more personalized system for casting and scouting. If you’re not familiar with NYCastings / DirectSubmit, we’re known for our nationwide database of On-Camera talent – Actors, Models, […]

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