Special Skills

Differentiate Yourself from Others with a DirectSubmit NYCastings Resume

In the cutthroat world of show business, actors must prioritize crafting an outstanding resume. A meticulously prepared resume not only showcases your skills and experience but also sets you apart in the eyes of casting professionals and talent agents. The ...
Stand-Up Comedy for Actors

Many stand-up comedians have become successful actors. This, of course, includes roles in comedies, but also includes dramas; great stand-up comedians like Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams went on to win Academy Awards (Goldberg for Ghost in 1990; Williams for Good Will Hunting ...
Acting Technique - Clay Banks Studio

As we continue our “Advice from the Experts” series, we are joined with special guest, Clay Banks, owner of Clay Banks Studio, Intl. (CBSI) and Clay Banks Productions. Coach Banks, the title his peers and actors refer to him by, began his ...
DirectSubmit Advice From The Experts

‘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 ...
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“If something isn’t special, then it’s ordinary.”  –Nora Roberts “It’s not usual to be unusual.”  –Syed Sharukh If you’re an actor, you are special, and you already know it. Don’t let anyone ever tell you different. Actors and other types ...
SpecialSkills

“What I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you.” – Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills in “Taken” (2009) When ...
EXTRAS-thedarkknight

You saw the casting notice on NYCastings, you sent in your best headshot, and the rest is out of your hands. Until, suddenly, you get a late night call from casting saying that you’re needed on set — for one of your ...
5waystoboostyourcareer2

Everyone can use a little change. Especially when it’s for the better! So go ahead and get ready to make a difference in the way you approach auditions, with these 5 deep insights from Anthony Pichette – a casting director ...