NYCastings - DirectSubmit » Headshots 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 Actors, Singers, Dancers – Did You Know? https://www.nycastings.com/actors-singers-dancers-did-you-know/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=actors-singers-dancers-did-you-know https://www.nycastings.com/actors-singers-dancers-did-you-know/#comments Mon, 12 Aug 2024 22:35:52 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25538 Did you know that knowledge and preparation are key to standing out and thriving? For many aspiring and seasoned actors, singers and dancers, there’s a constant hunger to learn industry insights. From understanding casting dynamics to mastering self-tape techniques, every bit of insider knowledge can make a significant difference in advancing your career. Below is […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/actors-singers-dancers-did-you-know/feed/ 0 Mastering Your Image: The Actor as the Architect of Perception https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-your-image-the-actor-as-the-architect-of-perception/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mastering-your-image-the-actor-as-the-architect-of-perception https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-your-image-the-actor-as-the-architect-of-perception/#comments Thu, 28 Sep 2023 21:13:11 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24652 Mastering Your Image: The Actor as the Architect of Perception In the world of acting, perception plays a crucial role in the trajectory of your career. You are not merely a performer but a brand, an entity with a unique signature that stands out among the rest. Each decision you make, from your headshots to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/mastering-your-image-the-actor-as-the-architect-of-perception/feed/ 0 The Power of One: Embracing Your Independence as an Actor https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/#comments Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:48:01 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23800 As an actor, it can be easy to fall into the trap of waiting for opportunities to come your way. It’s natural to feel like you need to rely on others, whether it’s a casting director, agent or manager, to give you a chance. The truth is that you have the power to create your […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/feed/ 0 The Child Actor’s Guide to Financial Responsibility: Managing Bills and Expenses https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:11:47 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23729 This is show business, and just like any business, there are bills, expenses and financial responsibilities. From paying taxes to purchasing insurance, child actors have to plan ahead and be financially responsible in order to manage their earnings. Understanding what bills need to be paid is essential for these young performers. I’m sure the last […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/feed/ 0 A Guide For Parents Of Child Actors: Part III https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:10:35 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23725 Over the past couple of weeks, we gave you the Introduction Guide for Parents of Child Actors Part I and Part II. Now we bring you the concluding part of this series, which discusses how to cultivate a healthy mindset and how to handle rejections. A Guide For Parents of Child Actors is a resource […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/feed/ 0 A Guide for Parents of Child Actors: Part II https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2023 19:28:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23692 The dream of becoming an actor is one that’s captivated young people for centuries. The glamour, fame and artistry associated with the profession is alluring to many children. Whether your child is just beginning to express a desire to pursue acting or they’ve been set on the path for some time, it’s important to know […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/feed/ 0 A Guide for Parents of Child Actors: Part I https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:48:44 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23682 Being a parent of a child actor can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It’s also one that comes with unique challenges. From finding the right acting classes to navigating auditions, there’s a lot for parents to learn. This guide provides introductory information for parents who are interested in helping their children pursue their passions […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/feed/ 0 How to Get Ahead With Headshots https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-ahead-with-headshots/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-get-ahead-with-headshots https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-ahead-with-headshots/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:49:30 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23364 Standing out in such an over-competitive market is at times difficult.  With that said, uniqueness becomes even more fleeting when we feel we are overcompensating to gain opportunities.  But for actors specifically, getting ahead may be as easy as one word – headshots. Headshots are the bread and butter for any serious actor or actress.  […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-ahead-with-headshots/feed/ 0 The Ultimate Guide To New York Talent Agencies For Child Actors and Models https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:52:07 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23296 New York is the city of opportunity and there is no better place to start your child’s career than with a New York City talent agent. But before you start calling around, you need to ask yourself: Are you and your child ready to take the leap? We’ll talk more about this toward the bottom.. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/feed/ 0 These NYC Headshot Photographers are the Best Kept Secret of Successful Actors https://www.nycastings.com/these-nyc-headshot-photographers-are-the-best-kept-secret-of-successful-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=these-nyc-headshot-photographers-are-the-best-kept-secret-of-successful-actors https://www.nycastings.com/these-nyc-headshot-photographers-are-the-best-kept-secret-of-successful-actors/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2022 20:27:58 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23245 There’s one pet peeve that Casting Directors have, and that’s when an actor does NOT look like their headshot. Can you guess why? No need to think about it too much because I’m going to tell you why in just a minute. I apologize in advance if I sound a little stern, but that’s how […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/these-nyc-headshot-photographers-are-the-best-kept-secret-of-successful-actors/feed/ 0 January Curry of Destination Casting talks first impressions and background acting – You’re not just a number on a set of skins https://www.nycastings.com/january-curry-of-destination-casting-talk-first-impressions-and-background-acting-youre-not-just-a-number-on-a-set-of-skins/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=january-curry-of-destination-casting-talk-first-impressions-and-background-acting-youre-not-just-a-number-on-a-set-of-skins https://www.nycastings.com/january-curry-of-destination-casting-talk-first-impressions-and-background-acting-youre-not-just-a-number-on-a-set-of-skins/#comments Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:21:06 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21885 From background actor to extras casting director, January Curry is the Atlanta powerhouse behind her own company, Destination Casting. Her first dip into the casting world was as a casting assistant for George Pierre where she quickly found her footing in principal and background casting for major network shows and theatrical releases. However, that same […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/january-curry-of-destination-casting-talk-first-impressions-and-background-acting-youre-not-just-a-number-on-a-set-of-skins/feed/ 0 10 ways YOU can make more Money in Acting https://www.nycastings.com/10-ways-you-can-make-more-pulling-in-advice-from-those-who-work-for-a-living-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=10-ways-you-can-make-more-pulling-in-advice-from-those-who-work-for-a-living-2 https://www.nycastings.com/10-ways-you-can-make-more-pulling-in-advice-from-those-who-work-for-a-living-2/#comments Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:40:00 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/wpblog/10-ways-you-can-make-more-pulling-in-advice-from-those-who-work-for-a-living-2/ 10 ways YOU can make more Money in Acting I think I can, I think I can, I think I can… For certain – you can! You can keep chugging up this mountain called YOUR ACTING DREAM… no matter how high it seems. Of course, it helps to get insight from those who have already […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/10-ways-you-can-make-more-pulling-in-advice-from-those-who-work-for-a-living-2/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 Disconnect on Actors and Agents: An Interview with Talent Agent, Josh Sassanella https://www.nycastings.com/the-disconnect-on-actors-and-agents-an-interview-with-talent-agent-josh-sassanella/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-disconnect-on-actors-and-agents-an-interview-with-talent-agent-josh-sassanella https://www.nycastings.com/the-disconnect-on-actors-and-agents-an-interview-with-talent-agent-josh-sassanella/#comments Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:46:11 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20402 With several years in the business, both as a Broadway actor and now an agent, Josh Sassanella talks about the disconnect between agents and their clients. This is an issue that has been in the industry for years yet, barely anyone addresses this topic. If the relationship between the agent and the actor is strong, […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-disconnect-on-actors-and-agents-an-interview-with-talent-agent-josh-sassanella/feed/ 0 New Photo Up-loader – Crop & Rotate https://www.nycastings.com/new-photo-up-loader-crop-rotate/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-photo-up-loader-crop-rotate https://www.nycastings.com/new-photo-up-loader-crop-rotate/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:58:01 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17662 We have installed a new Photo Up-loader! … It should make uploading photos much easier and gives you some simple editing options like Crop and Rotate.  … We have also made the new limit 50 photos.  … Click here to get to your Photo Upload page and enjoy!

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/new-photo-up-loader-crop-rotate/feed/ 0 Get Your Look Together And Get Cast: The Importance Of Creating An Overall Package https://www.nycastings.com/get-your-look-together-and-get-cast-the-importance-of-creating-an-overall-package/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-your-look-together-and-get-cast-the-importance-of-creating-an-overall-package https://www.nycastings.com/get-your-look-together-and-get-cast-the-importance-of-creating-an-overall-package/#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2019 19:20:03 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15544 If you’re dedicated to the life of the working actor, then you know as well as I do how much fun we get to have doing the best job in the world. (The secret is we get to play!) And unlike mentally checked-out 9-to-5ers, we get the privilege of being fully engaged with doing what […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/get-your-look-together-and-get-cast-the-importance-of-creating-an-overall-package/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 How to Get Seen at Equity Auditions https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-seen-at-equity-auditions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-get-seen-at-equity-auditions https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-seen-at-equity-auditions/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2019 14:36:45 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16347 How to Get Seen at Equity Auditions… It’s a tale as old as time – or at least as old as our modern definition of work: you get out of school, your fresh little brain just jam-packed with new knowledge that you’re eager to parley into work in your field to earn some sweet, sweet […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-get-seen-at-equity-auditions/feed/ 0 5 NY Headshot Photographers That I Like https://www.nycastings.com/5-ny-headshot-photographers-that-i-like/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5-ny-headshot-photographers-that-i-like https://www.nycastings.com/5-ny-headshot-photographers-that-i-like/#comments Tue, 04 Jun 2019 18:28:12 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16041 5 NY Headshot Photographers That I Like Here is a list of good NY Headshot Photographers to research when you’re ready to get your first or your next Actors Headshot. When looking for a photographer to take your ‘Actors Headshot’ it is very important that you find a specialist in Actors Headshots. They know what […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/5-ny-headshot-photographers-that-i-like/feed/ 0 In An Acting Drought? Be Like Matt and Ben – Create Your Own Acting Work https://www.nycastings.com/in-an-acting-drought-be-like-matt-and-ben-create-your-own-acting-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-an-acting-drought-be-like-matt-and-ben-create-your-own-acting-work https://www.nycastings.com/in-an-acting-drought-be-like-matt-and-ben-create-your-own-acting-work/#comments Wed, 15 May 2019 14:46:52 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15964 You ever have one of those acting hot streaks, where you can do no wrong? A period where you book everything you touch, even to the point where you’re turning down work? It’s nice, isn’t it. But of course, what goes up must come down – after the season of plenty, comes The Drought.  Suddenly […]

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