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Nov 19, 2025

Building a Professional Acting Reel on a Budget

Have you ever pictured yourself playing a leading role or ever wondered how those on-screen personalities snagged their first big break? Here’s a hint: It wasn’t all about good looks or raw talent. Having spent years working on productions both… Read More

A diverse group of actors waiting to audition. Two are high-fiveing.
Nov 12, 2025

Casting Directors Share the Moment They Knew They Belonged in Casting

Many casting directors found their way into the entertainment industry through unconventional means. Others knew that this was what they wanted to do from a very young age. At some point, they all felt a connection to show business and… Read More

Two actors looking in the mirrors at their old and young reflections.
Nov 5, 2025

Age and Acting: How to Age Yourself Up or Down for a Role

Most times, especially in film, you will be cast as characters with an age range close to your own. That said, there are exceptions. For example, some actors look much younger or older than they actually are, and shows set… Read More

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Nov 3, 2025

7 Headshot Looks to Include in Your Repertoire

Headshots are a vital part of an actor’s hiring process. Although you’ll end up using one or two essential headshots for most projects, sometimes it’s good to have other, more specific looks to fill out your profile and submit for… Read More

3 Actors Who Stumbled Into Acting
Nov 17, 2025

3 Actors Who Stumbled Into Acting

In most instances, actors on stage and screen spend many years cultivating their craft and industry relationships, making sacrifices and going on countless auditions in pursuit of acting work. However, there are some relatively rare instances in which people, by… Read More

Adam Driver smiling outside in a suit.
Nov 10, 2025

Actors Who Were in the Military

Prior to transitioning to stage and screen, many actors have served in the military, taking discipline and other skills from their experience to inform their acting. Here are four actors whose military paths preceded their Hollywood ambitions. Adam Driver Before… Read More