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Book SynopsisPractical, positive and uplifting, the advice in this book is designed to lead to the best outcomes possible for you, the actor, making the transition from craft to career. The reader is given insight into the various types of casting directors across the industry and how that practical knowledge can benefit you and increase your chance of success. While providing an in-depth insight into the role of the casting director, this book explains the jobs of all the other people involved in the casting process including producers, network executives, writers and how they influence casting decisions. As the collected wisdom Merri Sugarman's 20+ years of experience in different aspects of professional casting within television, film and theater, this book is a treasure trove of advice to help the actors and those who support them in their career goals, learn what it takes to be a pro. For those who choose to make their craft a career, it's an invaluable resource.
Table of ContentsForeword Introduction: My path from actor to casting director Chapter 1: What exactly does a casting director do? Chapter 2: How to begin Chapter 3: Where to live and why there? Chapter 4: Your two different day jobs Chapter 5: Unions: when it's time to join Chapter 6: Representation and submissions Chapter 7: Pictures, resumes, reels and websites Chapter 8: The self-tape and virtual audition Chapter 9: The casting director and audition process Chapter 10: In the audition room Chapter 11: Auditions: Being prepared Chapter 12: Curious kids Chapter 13: Where do I find the work? Chapter 14: Booking it - or not Chapter 15: The first day of school Chapter 16: Networking Chapter 17: Continuing education Chapter 18: Alternate career path Chapter 19: That's a wrap Chapter 20: Casting in a post-pandemic world Appendix 1: Useful resources Appendix 2: Glossary Index
