NYCastings - DirectSubmit » acting success 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 What is the difference between a Talent Agent and a Talent Manager? https://www.nycastings.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-talent-agent-and-a-talent-manager/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-the-difference-between-a-talent-agent-and-a-talent-manager https://www.nycastings.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-talent-agent-and-a-talent-manager/#comments Sat, 18 Jan 2025 17:20:20 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23599 Many people may get confused between a talent agent and a talent manager because these two professionals often work closely together and may have overlapping responsibilities. Both talent agents and talent managers are involved in the entertainment industry and help to represent and support the careers of actors and other artists. However, there are some […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-talent-agent-and-a-talent-manager/feed/ 0 What Every Film Director Expects Actors to Know https://www.nycastings.com/what-every-film-director-expects-actors-to-know/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-every-film-director-expects-actors-to-know https://www.nycastings.com/what-every-film-director-expects-actors-to-know/#comments Wed, 12 Apr 2023 19:24:20 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24078 Being an actor in the film industry can be an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience. However, success in this field requires a deep understanding of the expectations that directors have of their actors. This article aims to provide actors with valuable insights into what directors expect from them on set, ensuring a smooth and productive […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-every-film-director-expects-actors-to-know/feed/ 0 Dreams vs. the Truth: Managing Expectations in the World of Acting https://www.nycastings.com/dreams-vs-the-truth-managing-expectations-in-the-world-of-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dreams-vs-the-truth-managing-expectations-in-the-world-of-acting https://www.nycastings.com/dreams-vs-the-truth-managing-expectations-in-the-world-of-acting/#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:29:48 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23741 Becoming an actor is a dream shared by many individuals who are passionate about performing and entertaining others. The truth is that this path is often plagued with challenges and obstacles, and many aspiring actors have unrealistic expectations about the realities of the industry. Let’s explore some of the common expectations that people have when […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/dreams-vs-the-truth-managing-expectations-in-the-world-of-acting/feed/ 0 ‘Advice from the Experts’ Series – Myreon Arslan of MJB Talent Agency https://www.nycastings.com/advice-from-the-experts-series-myreon-arslan-of-mjb-talent-agency/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=advice-from-the-experts-series-myreon-arslan-of-mjb-talent-agency https://www.nycastings.com/advice-from-the-experts-series-myreon-arslan-of-mjb-talent-agency/#comments Tue, 03 Aug 2021 21:23:27 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21723 ‘Advice from the Experts’ Series – MJB Talent Agency’s owner, Myreon Arslan The business of acting can be overwhelming and intimidating. It usually begins with a desire and a passion to perform as a storyteller but can quickly turn into an unforgiving abyss of bad advice and talent over-saturation. How do you navigate the constantly […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/advice-from-the-experts-series-myreon-arslan-of-mjb-talent-agency/feed/ 0 A Talent Agent, a Book, and Lessons in Success: An Interview with Jason Lockhart of Atlanta Models & Talent, Inc. https://www.nycastings.com/a-talent-agent-a-book-and-lessons-in-success-an-interview-with-jason-lockhart-of-atlanta-models-talent-inc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-talent-agent-a-book-and-lessons-in-success-an-interview-with-jason-lockhart-of-atlanta-models-talent-inc https://www.nycastings.com/a-talent-agent-a-book-and-lessons-in-success-an-interview-with-jason-lockhart-of-atlanta-models-talent-inc/#comments Mon, 18 May 2020 16:39:07 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=19743 By: Kayla Klatzkin   Jason Lockhart looks every bit the part of the hip Hollywood agent. Tattooed, in a stylish suit, fast talking and confident from his years of experience and success in the industry, you can tell right away this is a guy who gets things done – and any actor would be lucky […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-talent-agent-a-book-and-lessons-in-success-an-interview-with-jason-lockhart-of-atlanta-models-talent-inc/feed/ 0 Don’t You Forget About Me: How to Make Sure You’re an Actor They’ll Remember https://www.nycastings.com/dont-you-forget-about-me-how-to-make-sure-youre-an-actor-theyll-remember/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dont-you-forget-about-me-how-to-make-sure-youre-an-actor-theyll-remember https://www.nycastings.com/dont-you-forget-about-me-how-to-make-sure-youre-an-actor-theyll-remember/#comments Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:33:36 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17158 If you’ve been a working actor for any length of time, you’ve surely experienced the surreal moment of walking into an audition waiting room and seeing a dozen or more people who look a whole lot like you. I had the privilege of meeting the incredible John Carroll Lynch (Fargo, American Horror Story) after a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/dont-you-forget-about-me-how-to-make-sure-youre-an-actor-theyll-remember/feed/ 0 Why You Should Reconsider If You’re Thinking About Quitting Acting https://www.nycastings.com/why-you-should-reconsider-if-youre-thinking-about-quitting-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-you-should-reconsider-if-youre-thinking-about-quitting-acting https://www.nycastings.com/why-you-should-reconsider-if-youre-thinking-about-quitting-acting/#comments Thu, 27 Jun 2019 16:16:58 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16139 Actors can be a sensitive lot, as we all know. It just makes sense; in order to to do this job and do it well, you have to be closely in touch with the entire spectrum of human emotions, and you need the empathy it takes to imagine yourself undergoing a variety of circumstances and […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/why-you-should-reconsider-if-youre-thinking-about-quitting-acting/feed/ 0 Stop Wasting Time – Jump Start Your Acting Career By Cutting Out These Time-Wasters https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2019 21:41:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15523 “Ticking away the moments that make up the dull day You fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way” “Time” – Pink Floyd Actors, especially those in the earlier stages of their careers, are constantly being told to just be patient. And this is solid advice – you’ve got to give yourself time to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/feed/ 0 Actors – I Just Booked My Breakout Role! Now what? https://www.nycastings.com/kids-13/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kids-13 https://www.nycastings.com/kids-13/#comments Thu, 30 Aug 2018 16:20:28 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=14375 Finally! After what seems like forever, (probably because it WAS forever), you land the juicy job that gets you noticed. Welcome to the land of frenzy, Actors! … Your life is about to change with this breakout role. Instead of working 14-18 hour days a couple times a week, you’ll be working those hours three […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/kids-13/feed/ 0 Transform Your Acting Career with 8 Steps Used by the Most Successful Sales People In The World https://www.nycastings.com/transform-your-acting-career-with-8-steps-used-by-the-most-successful-sales-people-in-the-world/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=transform-your-acting-career-with-8-steps-used-by-the-most-successful-sales-people-in-the-world https://www.nycastings.com/transform-your-acting-career-with-8-steps-used-by-the-most-successful-sales-people-in-the-world/#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2016 16:41:19 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=7650 As many other actors, I wasn’t always getting paid to act.  One of my numerous jobs was that of a door to door sales person. It was at PI Advertising where I learned the 8 steps to success.   Some of the greatest sales people in the world follow these or similar steps. At PI […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/transform-your-acting-career-with-8-steps-used-by-the-most-successful-sales-people-in-the-world/feed/ 0 The 1 Thing Actors Need To Do To Be Successful https://www.nycastings.com/the-1-thing-actors-need-to-do-to-be-successful/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-1-thing-actors-need-to-do-to-be-successful https://www.nycastings.com/the-1-thing-actors-need-to-do-to-be-successful/#comments Thu, 26 May 2016 16:10:19 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=6468 There’s no one clear way to become a successful actor. Aside from the fact that everyone defines success differently, it’s not like going to school, doing your fair share of unpaid work, and having an ever-growing list of IMDB credits guarantees that you’ll be Hollywood’s next big star. It’s just not that easy (Because if […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-1-thing-actors-need-to-do-to-be-successful/feed/ 0 What a Ride! Summer Crockett Moore reveals the sweet rewards of rocking the indie film world. https://www.nycastings.com/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-2 https://www.nycastings.com/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-2/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:43:00 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/wpblog/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-2/ Ready to explode on the indie film scene? To strut down some film festival red carpets? And finally get those locked doors to burst open? Well get your inner dreamer ready for intense inspiration because actress/producer Summer Crockett Moore recently scored indie success with her film JUNCTION, and she’s dishing about all of the sweet […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-2/feed/ 0 What a Ride! Summer Crockett Moore reveals the sweet rewards of rocking the indie film world https://www.nycastings.com/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-3 https://www.nycastings.com/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-3/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2013 14:43:00 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/wpblog/what-a-ride-summer-crockett-moore-reveals-the-sweet-rewards-of-rocking-the-indie-film-world-3/ Ready to explode on the indie film scene? To strut down some film festival red carpets? And finally get those locked doors to burst open? Well get your inner dreamer ready for intense inspiration because actress/producer Summer Crockett Moore recently scored indie success with her film JUNCTION, and she’s dishing about all of the sweet […]

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