a syllabus of modeling scam avoidance tips

By Karen Gonzalez


The casting process for an aspiring actor includes two things that are worth preparing for: a screening interview and a call back. These two, while sounding similar, are very different from each other. A screening interview refers to a short meeting whereby the casting director tries to decide if you're the best person to play the part.

On the other hand, a call back is basically one step before clinching the part. This refers to a situation where the casting director has already chosen you but just wants to make sure that he has made the right decision. He just wants to make sure that you have the right "chemistry" to take on the job.

Call back interviews can be unpredictable, so get ready for some fun. There are those that last for a few minutes or even half a day. As soon as you receive the call, try finding out as much as you can about the details. Ask the person calling, usually called the casting coordinator, about the names of the people who will be interviewing you. When you have this information, do your research. In addition to this, get to know more about the director, the film, the production company, the script, and most especially the role that you will play.

As mentioned before, most of the interviewing panel will be meeting with you for the first time. So be prepared to answer the same questions over and over again. Be patient and try as much as possible not to get frustrated. Answer them thoroughly as much as you can as if this was the first time someone asked that question.

Another important thing to remember is to go to the venue a few minutes before your scheduled time. Do not be too early nor too late. Being early will make you anxious. Being late might cost you the part. You can compose yourself while waiting as well as go over your preparations in your head.

When you're in the interview, be sure to come across as smart and engaging. Be careful when you tell a joke. Make the conversation light and go straight to the point especially when you want to say something. Do not try to take over the interviewer's statements especially when they pause because it is most likely that they are just organizing their thoughts. Avoid using "um" and "uh" to fill in gaps in your sentences.

Because this is an acting job, attend the call back prepared. When asked to act out a part, be willing. It is also wise to bring extra copies of your resume, your bio, your screen shots, as well as other documents that will tell the interviewers that you have had acting experience and training.

After the call back interview, try to recall each of the interviewer's names and send them a thank you note later on. While this practice is already acceptable, it will also make a good impression as well as help them remember you when making the final decision.




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