There’s a lot of energy in the air for actors during January. It’s when the industry, after the holiday slowdown, starts moving again. For newer actors, this is an exciting time because early in the year, many agencies and management offices are back in full gear, planning rosters, reviewing goals, and getting ready for the season ahead.
\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve been building momentum and you\u2019re thinking, \u201cOkay, it might be time to talk representation,\u201d January is often when that search starts feeling realistic. Representation is a business relationship you enter because it helps both sides. A rep\u2019s job is to market you, pitch you, guide your strategy, and open doors you cannot open alone.
\n\n\n\nYour job is to be a product they can confidently sell and a collaborator they can trust. So how do you walk into that first conversation with an agent or manager and sound like someone who\u2019s ready?
\n\n\n\n\u2022 Representation conversations are business meetings, not favors, and actors need to understand what they offer before asking for support.
\n\n\n\n\u2022 Agents and managers serve different roles, and choosing the right one depends on your current career stage and momentum.
\n\n\n\n\u2022 Reps look for clarity, professionalism, and consistency just as much as they look for raw acting talent.
\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s break it down: what reps actually look for in new talent, how to present yourself like a pro, what to say (and not say), and how to know if this rep is the right fit for you.
\n\n\n\nAgent vs. Manager: Know What You\u2019re Actually Asking For
\n\n\n\nThe roles of “agent” and “manager” are often treated as interchangeable words for \u201cperson who helps my career.\u201d They overlap, but they\u2019re not the same job.
\n\n\n\nAgents primarily procure work. They submit, negotiate and aim to land you auditions and bookings. They usually have larger rosters and more specific lanes (theatrical, commercial, voice-over, etc.). Agents tend to be more selective about clients who are \u201cready to go\u201d right now.
\n\n\n\nManagers often focus more on long-term development and career strategy. They might help you choose classes, shape your branding, build materials, and position you for the right casting offices. Managers can submit you, too, but their value often lies in big-picture navigation.
\n\n\n\nMany actors have both. There\u2019s no one correct order. The proper order is: the one that matches where you are right now.
\n\n\n\nWhy January Can Be a Smart Time to Reach Out
\n\n\n\nActors don\u2019t only chase reps during pilot season or showcase season, but January has a few natural advantages:
\n\n\n\nIndustry rhythm returns. People are back at work after holiday breaks. Meetings start happening again.
New-year roster planning. Some reps assess their client lists early in the year, setting goals, shifting focus, and identifying gaps they want to fill.
Actors feel the \u201cstart\u201d line. Newer actors often decide to get serious now, which means you\u2019ll see more workshops, submissions and conversations happening. The takeaway is not \u201cJanuary is magic.\u201d It\u2019s \u201cJanuary is momentum-friendly.\u201d If you\u2019ve been preparing, this is a clean moment to step forward.
What Reps Look For in New Talent (Spoiler: It\u2019s Not Just Talent)
Yes, they want acting ability. But in representation conversations, talent is only one piece of the puzzle. Reps are listening for signs that you are bookable, coachable and consistent.
1) Casting Lanes
New actors get nervous about being \u201cboxed in.\u201d Reps aren\u2019t trying to trap you. They\u2019re trying to understand how to sell you. You don\u2019t need a rigid brand statement like, \u201cI am the sardonic barista with a secret heartbreak.\u201d You do need a practical lane, such as:
If a rep can\u2019t easily picture where you fit, they don\u2019t know what rooms to push you into.
\n\n\n\n2) Training and Craft
Reps want to know you\u2019re serious. Training signals commitment and stamina. They\u2019ll listen for:
3) Strong Materials
\n\n\n\nYou don\u2019t need to be perfect, but you do need to be presentable. If your headshots and reel look underlit or rushed, reps will worry you\u2019re not ready for professional pitching.
\n\n\n\n4) Momentum
\n\n\n\nMomentum does not have to mean a series regular credit. It can mean:
\n\n\n\n5) Professionalism and Emotional Maturity
\n\n\n\nThis is the invisible factor that makes or breaks it. Reps listen for:
\n\n\n\nThe rep-client relationship can last years. They\u2019re looking for someone they won\u2019t have to \u201cparent.\u201d
\n\n\n\nBefore You Reach Out: Build Your \u201cRep-Ready\u201d Package
\n\n\n\nThink of your materials as a storefront window. The rep is walking past quickly. You want them to stop.
Headshots: current, competitive, and truthful. One strong theatrical shot and one commercial-friendly option is a good baseline. They should look like you now, not \u201cyou, two faces ago.\u201d Avoid over-retouching. Casting can smell it.
Reel: short, specific, and easy to watch. If you have professional footage, great. If not, you can still build a smart starter reel: 60-90 seconds is fine to start. Put your best moment first. Choose scenes that match your likely casting.
\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re using self-produced footage, keep it clean: good audio, good lighting, and acting that feels lived-in rather than performed at the camera.
\n\n\n\nActing resume: simple, accurate and readable. Lead/supporting credits first. Training clearly listed with studios and teachers. Special skills that are real. (If you list \u201cdialects,\u201d be prepared to do them in real time.)
\n\n\n\nOnline presence: make it boring in the best way. Reps will look you up. Make sure your public-facing stuff matches the actor you\u2019re presenting. Professional actor website or profile links help. Social media doesn\u2019t have to be curated like a museum, but it should not be a chaos scrapbook either.
\n\n\n\nA short, confident pitch about who you are
Have a 2-3 sentence summary that\u2019s human, not corporate:
\u201cI\u2019m a California-based comedic actor, actively training and booking indie projects. I\u2019m focused on TV and commercial work and looking for representation to help expand my theatrical reach while maintaining a strong commercial momentum.\u201d
\n\n\n\nHow to Start the Conversation: Submissions That Don\u2019t Sound Desperate
\n\n\n\nYour goal is to make it easy for a rep to say yes to a meeting.
Outreach email template (customize it)
Subject: Seeking representation | [Your Name] | [Type/Lane]
Hi [Name],
I\u2019m [Your Name], a [location]-based actor. My work lives in [your lane: grounded drama/comedic commercial/etc.], and I\u2019m currently training with [studio/teacher] while building credits in [film/theater/VO/commercial].
I\u2019m reaching out because I admire [specific reason: their client roster, their focus, a recent client booking, their agency\u2019s niche]. I\u2019d love to be considered for representation.
Here are my materials:
Headshots: [link]
Reel: [link]
Resume: [link]
Casting Networks profile: [link]
Thank you for your time and consideration,
[Your Name]
[Phone] | [Email] | [Website/Profile link]
Why this works: it\u2019s short, specific, and gives them everything they need without making them dig.
\n\n\n\nWhat Not To Do
\n\n\n\nIf they agree to meet (Zoom, phone, or in person), congrats. Now the real audition begins.
\n\n\n\nYour Prep Checklist
\n\n\n\nWhat Reps Typically Ask
\n\n\n\nA rep is not a celebrity you\u2019re lucky to meet. They\u2019re a potential teammate. Treat the conversation like you\u2019re exploring a collaboration where both parties benefit.
\n\n\n\nQuestions to Ask a Potential Rep (So You Don\u2019t Choose Blind)
\n\n\n\nNew actors sometimes forget they\u2019re allowed to interview the rep, too. You are. Please do. Choosing a rep is like choosing a gym trainer, a business partner and a therapist who gets paid in commission. Compatibility matters. Here are strong questions that won\u2019t make you sound suspicious:
\n\n\n\nFit and Strategy
\u201cWhere do you see me fitting best right now?\u201d
\u201cWhat kinds of roles would you submit me for in the next few months?\u201d
\u201cWhat\u2019s one thing you\u2019d want me to improve immediately?\u201d
Communication and Process
\u201cHow do you prefer to communicate: email, text, calls?\u201d
\u201cHow often do you like to check in?\u201d
\u201cDo you give feedback on tapes, or do you prefer clients work with coaches?\u201d
Submission Approach
\u201cHow do you decide what to submit clients for?\u201d
\u201cHow do you tailor submissions for specific offices?\u201d
Business and Expectations
\u201cWhat are your commission terms?\u201d
\u201cDo you work with contracts?\u201d
\u201cDo you have any upfront fees?\u201d (More on this in a moment.)
A good rep won\u2019t be offended by thoughtful questions. They\u2019ll be relieved you\u2019re taking this seriously.
\n\n\n\nRed Flags: When \u201cOpportunity\u201d Smells Like Trouble
\n\n\n\nNot every person who calls themselves a rep is going to help your career. Some are simply selling access, confidence or confusion.
Watch out for:
Upfront fees as the main event. Legit reps earn when you earn (commission). Paying for photos or classes can be normal if it\u2019s your choice and truly optional. Being required to pay them or their \u201cpreferred photographer\u201d as a condition is a caution sign. Vague promises. \u201cI can get you in everything.\u201d Nobody can.
\n\n\n\nPressure tactics. \u201cYou have to decide today.\u201d You don\u2019t. No interest in your materials or lane. If they\u2019re not asking smart questions, they may not know how to build you. They trash-talk other reps or casting. Professional people don\u2019t need to do that.
\n\n\n\nYour career will involve enough rejection. You don\u2019t need to pay for it.
\n\n\n\nGreen Flags: Signs You\u2019ve Found a Real Teammate
Look for:
Specificity. They can articulate where you fit and why. A plan. Even a simple one: \u201cLet\u2019s tighten your commercial package, aim for co-stars, and build relationships with these offices.\u201d
Professional boundaries. Clear communication norms, clear expectations. Respect for your growth. They want you training and improving, not just \u201cwaiting for them to fix everything.\u201d
\n\n\n\nThey\u2019re honest about timing. If they say, \u201cYou\u2019re close, but you need X,\u201d that can be a great sign.
\n\n\n\nAfter the Meeting: Follow-Up Without Being a Stage-5 Clinger
\n\n\n\nSend a thank-you email within 24 hours. Keep it simple:
\u201cThank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I appreciated your insight about [specific point]. I\u2019m excited about the possibility of working together and would love to stay in touch. Thanks again, [Your Name].\u201d
If they asked for something (updated headshots, a new clip, a resume tweak), send it promptly. Speed is a professional love language. If you don\u2019t hear back, a polite follow-up a week or two later is fine. Then let it breathe.
The Truth New Actors Need to Hear: Representation Doesn\u2019t Replace the Work
\n\n\n\nA rep is not a magic wand. They’re more like a lever. The stronger your foundation, the more force they can apply. An agent or manager can open doors, but they can\u2019t audition for you. You still need to build your craft, stabilize your confidence, and create the consistency that makes casting offices trust you.
\n\n\n\nA rep can help you aim, but you still have to fire the arrow. And the more reliable you are, the easier it is for them to pitch you with confidence.
\n\n\n\n\u2022 January is a momentum-friendly time to pursue representation if your materials, training, and casting lane are already in place.
\n\n\n\n\u2022 Strong headshots, a focused reel, ongoing training, and small but consistent booking patterns make you easier to pitch.
\n\n\n\n\u2022 The right representative feels like a collaborative teammate who offers specificity, strategy, and honesty rather than pressure or vague promises.
\nThe post Should You Get an Agent or Manager First? How Actors Can Prepare for Representation appeared first on Casting Networks.
\n", "content_text": "There’s a lot of energy in the air for actors during January. It’s when the industry, after the holiday slowdown, starts moving again. For newer actors, this is an exciting time because early in the year, many agencies and management offices are back in full gear, planning rosters, reviewing goals, and getting ready for the season ahead. \n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve been building momentum and you\u2019re thinking, \u201cOkay, it might be time to talk representation,\u201d January is often when that search starts feeling realistic. Representation is a business relationship you enter because it helps both sides. A rep\u2019s job is to market you, pitch you, guide your strategy, and open doors you cannot open alone. \n\n\n\nYour job is to be a product they can confidently sell and a collaborator they can trust. So how do you walk into that first conversation with an agent or manager and sound like someone who\u2019s ready?\n\n\n\nKey Insights\n\n\n\n\u2022 Representation conversations are business meetings, not favors, and actors need to understand what they offer before asking for support.\n\n\n\n\u2022 Agents and managers serve different roles, and choosing the right one depends on your current career stage and momentum.\n\n\n\n\u2022 Reps look for clarity, professionalism, and consistency just as much as they look for raw acting talent.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s break it down: what reps actually look for in new talent, how to present yourself like a pro, what to say (and not say), and how to know if this rep is the right fit for you.\n\n\n\nAgent vs. Manager: Know What You\u2019re Actually Asking For\n\n\n\nThe roles of “agent” and “manager” are often treated as interchangeable words for \u201cperson who helps my career.\u201d They overlap, but they\u2019re not the same job.\n\n\n\nAgents primarily procure work. They submit, negotiate and aim to land you auditions and bookings. They usually have larger rosters and more specific lanes (theatrical, commercial, voice-over, etc.). Agents tend to be more selective about clients who are \u201cready to go\u201d right now.\n\n\n\nManagers often focus more on long-term development and career strategy. They might help you choose classes, shape your branding, build materials, and position you for the right casting offices. Managers can submit you, too, but their value often lies in big-picture navigation.\n\n\n\nMany actors have both. There\u2019s no one correct order. The proper order is: the one that matches where you are right now.\n\n\n\nWhy January Can Be a Smart Time to Reach Out\n\n\n\nActors don\u2019t only chase reps during pilot season or showcase season, but January has a few natural advantages:\n\n\n\nIndustry rhythm returns. People are back at work after holiday breaks. Meetings start happening again.New-year roster planning. Some reps assess their client lists early in the year, setting goals, shifting focus, and identifying gaps they want to fill.\n\n\n\nActors feel the \u201cstart\u201d line. Newer actors often decide to get serious now, which means you\u2019ll see more workshops, submissions and conversations happening. The takeaway is not \u201cJanuary is magic.\u201d It\u2019s \u201cJanuary is momentum-friendly.\u201d If you\u2019ve been preparing, this is a clean moment to step forward.\n\n\n\nWhat Reps Look For in New Talent (Spoiler: It\u2019s Not Just Talent)Yes, they want acting ability. But in representation conversations, talent is only one piece of the puzzle. Reps are listening for signs that you are bookable, coachable and consistent.\n\n\n\n1) Casting LanesNew actors get nervous about being \u201cboxed in.\u201d Reps aren\u2019t trying to trap you. They\u2019re trying to understand how to sell you. You don\u2019t need a rigid brand statement like, \u201cI am the sardonic barista with a secret heartbreak.\u201d You do need a practical lane, such as:\n\n\n\n\ngrounded teen/young adult drama\n\n\n\ncomedic best friend with fast timing\n\n\n\nblue-collar, approachable dad energy\n\n\n\npolished corporate commercial look\n\n\n\nquirky, offbeat character with warmth\n\n\n\n\nIf a rep can\u2019t easily picture where you fit, they don\u2019t know what rooms to push you into.\n\n\n\n2) Training and CraftReps want to know you\u2019re serious. Training signals commitment and stamina. They\u2019ll listen for:\n\n\n\n\nongoing class or recent intensives\n\n\n\na coach you work with for tapes\n\n\n\nspecialized skills (voice, improv, movement, dialects)\n\n\n\nmeasurable progress, not just \u201cI took one class once\u201d\n\n\n\n\n3) Strong Materials\n\n\n\nYou don\u2019t need to be perfect, but you do need to be presentable. If your headshots and reel look underlit or rushed, reps will worry you\u2019re not ready for professional pitching.\n\n\n\n4) Momentum\n\n\n\nMomentum does not have to mean a series regular credit. It can mean:\n\n\n\n\nconsistent self-tape auditions through Casting Networks\n\n\n\ncallbacks in student/indie projects\n\n\n\na short film run, festival acceptance, or strong role in a local theater production\n\n\n\na clean pattern: you submit, you book, you deliver\n\n\n\nReps love patterns. Patterns are predictable. Predictable is profitable.\n\n\n\n\n5) Professionalism and Emotional Maturity\n\n\n\nThis is the invisible factor that makes or breaks it. Reps listen for:\n\n\n\n\nDo you take direction without defensiveness?\n\n\n\nDo you show up on time and prepared?\n\n\n\nCan you communicate like an adult?\n\n\n\nAre you building a career, or chasing validation?\n\n\n\n\nThe rep-client relationship can last years. They\u2019re looking for someone they won\u2019t have to \u201cparent.\u201d\n\n\n\nBefore You Reach Out: Build Your \u201cRep-Ready\u201d Package\n\n\n\nThink of your materials as a storefront window. The rep is walking past quickly. You want them to stop.Headshots: current, competitive, and truthful. One strong theatrical shot and one commercial-friendly option is a good baseline. They should look like you now, not \u201cyou, two faces ago.\u201d Avoid over-retouching. Casting can smell it.\n\n\n\nReel: short, specific, and easy to watch. If you have professional footage, great. If not, you can still build a smart starter reel: 60-90 seconds is fine to start. Put your best moment first. Choose scenes that match your likely casting.\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re using self-produced footage, keep it clean: good audio, good lighting, and acting that feels lived-in rather than performed at the camera.\n\n\n\nActing resume: simple, accurate and readable. Lead/supporting credits first. Training clearly listed with studios and teachers. Special skills that are real. (If you list \u201cdialects,\u201d be prepared to do them in real time.)\n\n\n\nOnline presence: make it boring in the best way. Reps will look you up. Make sure your public-facing stuff matches the actor you\u2019re presenting. Professional actor website or profile links help. Social media doesn\u2019t have to be curated like a museum, but it should not be a chaos scrapbook either.\n\n\n\nA short, confident pitch about who you areHave a 2-3 sentence summary that\u2019s human, not corporate:\n\n\n\n\u201cI\u2019m a California-based comedic actor, actively training and booking indie projects. I\u2019m focused on TV and commercial work and looking for representation to help expand my theatrical reach while maintaining a strong commercial momentum.\u201d\n\n\n\nHow to Start the Conversation: Submissions That Don\u2019t Sound Desperate\n\n\n\nYour goal is to make it easy for a rep to say yes to a meeting.Outreach email template (customize it)Subject: Seeking representation | [Your Name] | [Type/Lane]Hi [Name],I\u2019m [Your Name], a [location]-based actor. My work lives in [your lane: grounded drama/comedic commercial/etc.], and I\u2019m currently training with [studio/teacher] while building credits in [film/theater/VO/commercial].I\u2019m reaching out because I admire [specific reason: their client roster, their focus, a recent client booking, their agency\u2019s niche]. I\u2019d love to be considered for representation.Here are my materials:Headshots: [link]Reel: [link]Resume: [link]Casting Networks profile: [link]\n\n\n\nThank you for your time and consideration,[Your Name][Phone] | [Email] | [Website/Profile link]\n\n\n\nWhy this works: it\u2019s short, specific, and gives them everything they need without making them dig.\n\n\n\nWhat Not To Do\n\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t send huge attachments unless requested.\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t write a memoir about your childhood dream.\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t insult your current situation (\u201cNo one will give me a chance\u201d).\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t ask them to \u201ctake a risk\u201d on you. Show them why it\u2019s not a risk.\n\n\n\nPreparing for the Meeting: What to Bring, What to Say, How to Act Like a Pro\n\n\n\n\nIf they agree to meet (Zoom, phone, or in person), congrats. Now the real audition begins.\n\n\n\nYour Prep Checklist\n\n\n\n\nWatch your reel again. Know what they\u2019re about to see.\n\n\n\nBe ready to talk about your recent training and what you\u2019re working on.\n\n\n\nKnow your availability and your goals for the next 6-12 months.\n\n\n\nHave a list of questions (more on that below).\n\n\n\nBe prepared to discuss your current submission access on Casting Networks.\n\n\n\n\nWhat Reps Typically Ask\n\n\n\n\n\u201cTell me about yourself.\u201d\n\nThey\u2019re asking: \u201cCan you communicate clearly and confidently?\u201d\n\n\n\n\n\n\u201cWhat are you going out for?\u201d\n\nThey\u2019re asking: \u201cDo you understand your casting lane, and can you be marketed?\u201d\n\n\n\n\n\n\u201cWhat are your goals?\u201d\n\nThey\u2019re asking: \u201cAre you realistic and strategic, or purely vibes?”\n\n\n\n\n\n\u201cWhat are you doing right now to build your career?\u201d\n\nThey\u2019re asking: \u201cWill you work even when you\u2019re not booking?\u201d\n\n\n\n\n\nThe vibe you want: confident coworker, not starry-eyed fan\n\n\n\n\nA rep is not a celebrity you\u2019re lucky to meet. They\u2019re a potential teammate. Treat the conversation like you\u2019re exploring a collaboration where both parties benefit.\n\n\n\nQuestions to Ask a Potential Rep (So You Don\u2019t Choose Blind)\n\n\n\nNew actors sometimes forget they\u2019re allowed to interview the rep, too. You are. Please do. Choosing a rep is like choosing a gym trainer, a business partner and a therapist who gets paid in commission. Compatibility matters. Here are strong questions that won\u2019t make you sound suspicious:\n\n\n\nFit and Strategy\u201cWhere do you see me fitting best right now?\u201d\u201cWhat kinds of roles would you submit me for in the next few months?\u201d\u201cWhat\u2019s one thing you\u2019d want me to improve immediately?\u201d\n\n\n\nCommunication and Process\u201cHow do you prefer to communicate: email, text, calls?\u201d\u201cHow often do you like to check in?\u201d\u201cDo you give feedback on tapes, or do you prefer clients work with coaches?\u201d\n\n\n\nSubmission Approach\u201cHow do you decide what to submit clients for?\u201d\u201cHow do you tailor submissions for specific offices?\u201d\n\n\n\nBusiness and Expectations\u201cWhat are your commission terms?\u201d\u201cDo you work with contracts?\u201d\u201cDo you have any upfront fees?\u201d (More on this in a moment.)\n\n\n\nA good rep won\u2019t be offended by thoughtful questions. They\u2019ll be relieved you\u2019re taking this seriously.\n\n\n\nRed Flags: When \u201cOpportunity\u201d Smells Like Trouble\n\n\n\nNot every person who calls themselves a rep is going to help your career. Some are simply selling access, confidence or confusion.Watch out for:\n\n\n\nUpfront fees as the main event. Legit reps earn when you earn (commission). Paying for photos or classes can be normal if it\u2019s your choice and truly optional. Being required to pay them or their \u201cpreferred photographer\u201d as a condition is a caution sign. Vague promises. \u201cI can get you in everything.\u201d Nobody can.\n\n\n\nPressure tactics. \u201cYou have to decide today.\u201d You don\u2019t. No interest in your materials or lane. If they\u2019re not asking smart questions, they may not know how to build you. They trash-talk other reps or casting. Professional people don\u2019t need to do that.\n\n\n\nYour career will involve enough rejection. You don\u2019t need to pay for it.\n\n\n\nGreen Flags: Signs You\u2019ve Found a Real TeammateLook for:Specificity. They can articulate where you fit and why. A plan. Even a simple one: \u201cLet\u2019s tighten your commercial package, aim for co-stars, and build relationships with these offices.\u201d\n\n\n\nProfessional boundaries. Clear communication norms, clear expectations. Respect for your growth. They want you training and improving, not just \u201cwaiting for them to fix everything.\u201d\n\n\n\nThey\u2019re honest about timing. If they say, \u201cYou\u2019re close, but you need X,\u201d that can be a great sign.\n\n\n\nAfter the Meeting: Follow-Up Without Being a Stage-5 Clinger\n\n\n\nSend a thank-you email within 24 hours. Keep it simple:\u201cThank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I appreciated your insight about [specific point]. I\u2019m excited about the possibility of working together and would love to stay in touch. Thanks again, [Your Name].\u201dIf they asked for something (updated headshots, a new clip, a resume tweak), send it promptly. Speed is a professional love language. If you don\u2019t hear back, a polite follow-up a week or two later is fine. Then let it breathe.\n\n\n\nThe Truth New Actors Need to Hear: Representation Doesn\u2019t Replace the Work\n\n\n\nA rep is not a magic wand. They’re more like a lever. The stronger your foundation, the more force they can apply. An agent or manager can open doors, but they can\u2019t audition for you. You still need to build your craft, stabilize your confidence, and create the consistency that makes casting offices trust you. \n\n\n\nA rep can help you aim, but you still have to fire the arrow. And the more reliable you are, the easier it is for them to pitch you with confidence.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\n\n\u2022 January is a momentum-friendly time to pursue representation if your materials, training, and casting lane are already in place.\n\n\n\n\u2022 Strong headshots, a focused reel, ongoing training, and small but consistent booking patterns make you easier to pitch.\n\n\n\n\u2022 The right representative feels like a collaborative teammate who offers specificity, strategy, and honesty rather than pressure or vague promises.\nThe post Should You Get an Agent or Manager First? How Actors Can Prepare for Representation appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2026-02-03T09:42:23-08:00", "date_modified": "2026-02-03T09:42:23-08:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Ilana Rapp", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/ilana-rapp/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/07d/07dc58967567c577ff8552ea9636ee65x512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Ilana Rapp", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/ilana-rapp/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/07d/07dc58967567c577ff8552ea9636ee65x512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/iStock-1315709930-scaled.jpg", "tags": [ "Acting Journeys", "Business of Acting", "Industry 101", "Your Career" ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=199150", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-bonus-episode-emmy-winning-casting-director-julie-schubert-keep-it-simple/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Bonus Episode: Emmy-Winning Casting Director Julie Schubert \u2014 \u2018Keep It Simple\u2019", "content_html": "\nJulie Schubert is an Emmy-winning casting director based in New York. Select film and TV credits include: The Diplomat, Under the Bridge, House of Cards (Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting); Marvel’s Daredevil; Marvel’s Jessica Jones; Mindhunter; Confessions of a Shopaholic, among others. Schubert also worked on iconic films like The Devil Wears Prada and The Departed early on in her career.
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\nJulie Schubert: The minute that you start trusting that you know what you’re doing, that you are confident in it, the minute you let the rest of it go and it really lets your performance shine through. I’m not saying you’re not going to be nervous to go into these sessions. I mean, I’m certainly nervous to go into meetings on projects that I’m really excited to work on and I end up babbling like a moron.
\n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Well because you kind of audition too as casting professionals. A lot of actors forget that I think.
\n\n\n\nJulie Schubert: Absolutely. We are auditioning the same way that actors are. We don’t know where our next job is coming from most of the time.
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\n", "content_text": "Julie Schubert is an Emmy-winning casting director based in New York. Select film and TV credits include: The Diplomat, Under the Bridge, House of Cards (Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting); Marvel’s Daredevil; Marvel’s Jessica Jones; Mindhunter; Confessions of a Shopaholic, among others. Schubert also worked on iconic films like The Devil Wears Prada and The Departed early on in her career.\n\n\n\nThe episode covers:\n\n\n\n\nCasting director Julie Schubert emphasizes that actors should bring their unique point of view to auditions rather than trying to guess what the casting team wants. \n\n\n\nSchubert prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, carefully managing her time by only reviewing self-tapes she has specifically requested. \n\n\n\nShe highlights the shared experience of auditioning and job uncertainty that both casting professionals and actors face in the entertainment industry.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Emmy-Winning Casting Director Julie Schubert: Keep It Simple\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie Schubert: The minute that you start trusting that you know what you’re doing, that you are confident in it, the minute you let the rest of it go and it really lets your performance shine through. I’m not saying you’re not going to be nervous to go into these sessions. I mean, I’m certainly nervous to go into meetings on projects that I’m really excited to work on and I end up babbling like a moron. \n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Well because you kind of audition too as casting professionals. A lot of actors forget that I think.\n\n\n\nJulie Schubert: Absolutely. We are auditioning the same way that actors are. We don’t know where our next job is coming from most of the time.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 12: Voice Over Career Advice from Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 11: How to Get & Keep a TV/Film Agent with Talent Agent Michele Cavallero\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 10: Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Bonus Episode: Emmy-Winning Casting Director Julie Schubert \u2014 ‘Keep It Simple’ appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-06-19T08:45:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/BONUS-Julie-Schubert.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/emmy-winning-casting-director-julie-schubert-keep-it-simple_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 511875 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=196897", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-12-voice-over-career-advice-from-casting-director-danielle-pretsfelder-demchick/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 12: Voiceover Career Advice from Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick", "content_html": "\nAs a former Casting Director at Nickelodeon and the founder of DPD Casting, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick shares her expertise on everything from the importance of training and finding an agent, to debunking common voiceover misconceptions (hint: it’s all about the acting!).
\n\n\n\nShe also dives into the technical necessities of a home setup, the evolving impact of AI in the industry and her passion for promoting diversity in casting. Tune in for practical tips and insights to kickstart or advance your voiceover career!
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\n\n\n\nDanielle Pretsfelder Demchick: I think it’s just about having a little bit of training under your belt, knowing the terminology, understanding how to work with a mic and also–you do really need to have some sort of at-home setup if you want to do voice over. You don’t need a ready-to-go full booth and broadcast quality. But you need to have something where you’re able to record from home and audition. Or maybe if it’s a sort of a DIY booking, you want to be able to build your credits, so you want to be able to do that from home. Because especially since the pandemic, there’s a real influx of work that requires a home studio. Even if it’s a basic home studio.
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\n", "content_text": "As a former Casting Director at Nickelodeon and the founder of DPD Casting, Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick shares her expertise on everything from the importance of training and finding an agent, to debunking common voiceover misconceptions (hint: it’s all about the acting!). \n\n\n\nShe also dives into the technical necessities of a home setup, the evolving impact of AI in the industry and her passion for promoting diversity in casting. Tune in for practical tips and insights to kickstart or advance your voiceover career!\n\n\n\nThe episode covers:\n\n\n\n\nEssential advice for actors on how to successfully break into and navigate the voiceover industry, including training, securing representation, and setting up your home studio. \n\n\n\nInsider perspectives on common voiceover misconceptions, the impact of AI, and the importance of diversity in casting. \n\n\n\nPractical tips and strategies for warming up, preparing slates, and understanding key casting terminology to enhance their voiceover auditions.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Voice Over Career Advice from Nickelodeon Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDanielle Pretsfelder Demchick: I think it’s just about having a little bit of training under your belt, knowing the terminology, understanding how to work with a mic and also–you do really need to have some sort of at-home setup if you want to do voice over. You don’t need a ready-to-go full booth and broadcast quality. But you need to have something where you’re able to record from home and audition. Or maybe if it’s a sort of a DIY booking, you want to be able to build your credits, so you want to be able to do that from home. Because especially since the pandemic, there’s a real influx of work that requires a home studio. Even if it’s a basic home studio. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin\n\n\n\nHow Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick, CSA, Elevates Underrepresented Communities \n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 12: Voiceover Career Advice from Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-06-17T05:34:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/EP11_DaniellePretsfelderDemchick.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/voice-over-career-advice-from-nickelodeon-casting-director-danielle-pretsfelder-demchick_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 856367 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=193194", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-11-how-to-get-keep-a-tv-film-agent-with-talent-agent-michele-cavallero/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 11: How to Get & Keep a TV/Film Agent with Talent Agent Michele Cavallero", "content_html": "\nTake 3 Talents‘ Michele Cavallero joins How We Role with host Robert Peterpaul to discuss all the intricacies of signing with an agent and creating a healthy career together.
\n\n\n\nThe episode covers:
\n\n\n\n\u2022 How to be ready to secure representation that works for you.
\u2022 The #1 thing she looks for when signing talent.
\u2022 Building and maintaining a healthy agent-actor relationship.
Submit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!
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\n\n\n\nMichelle Cavallero: You shouldn’t be afraid to reach out to your agent, with questions, with concerns. I also love open communication so I always tell my talent if there’s a show, a role, a casting director, a choreographer that you really want to work with, shoot me an email. I’ll just keep it on my radar and keep an extra eye on it because we want to make sure we’re submitting and pushing talent for projects they’re excited about. So that open communication really is everything.
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\n", "content_text": "Take 3 Talents‘ Michele Cavallero joins How We Role with host Robert Peterpaul to discuss all the intricacies of signing with an agent and creating a healthy career together.\n\n\n\nThe episode covers:\n\n\n\n\u2022 How to be ready to secure representation that works for you.\u2022 The #1 thing she looks for when signing talent.\u2022 Building and maintaining a healthy agent-actor relationship.\n\n\n\nSubmit your questions for future episodes, and if you enjoyed this conversation, please share it with a friend and leave us a review!\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: How to Get & Keep a TV/Film Agent with Take 3 Talent Agency’s Michele Cavallero\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichelle Cavallero: You shouldn’t be afraid to reach out to your agent, with questions, with concerns. I also love open communication so I always tell my talent if there’s a show, a role, a casting director, a choreographer that you really want to work with, shoot me an email. I’ll just keep it on my radar and keep an extra eye on it because we want to make sure we’re submitting and pushing talent for projects they’re excited about. So that open communication really is everything.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin\n\n\n\nTim Payne\u2019s Advice for Staying Present\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 11: How to Get & Keep a TV/Film Agent with Talent Agent Michele Cavallero appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-06-03T07:00:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Episode-10-Michele-Cavallero.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/how-to-get-keep-a-tv-film-agent-with-take-3-talent-agency-s-michele-cavallero_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 467471 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=188850", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-10-actor-anxiety-mindset-hacks-that-actually-work-with-casting-director-lisa-london/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 10: Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London", "content_html": "\nVeteran Casting Director Lisa London shares insights on the most powerful tool in an actor’s toolkit – their mindset. She joins How We Role host Robert Peterpaul to uncover how an actor can be more mindful and present in the room.
\n\n\n\nThe episode covers:
\n\n\n\nLisa London has been a casting director for more than 30 years and has cast over a 100 successful film and television shows. She and her business partner, Catherine Stroud, have cast many notable actors and actresses at the beginning of in their careers who have all gone on to become stars.
\n\n\n\nSome of these actors include: Miley Cyrus, Jonah Hill, Emma Stone, Katharine McPhee, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Ruffalo, Brad Pitt, Megan Hilty, Adrian R. Mante, Joey King, Yara Shahidi, Noah Centineo, Josh Gad and Mariska Hargitay. Lisa has cast many film and TV genres from comedies to dramas to thrillers to family friendly films.
\n\n\n\nShe cast many movies for Adam Sandler\u2019s company, Happy Madison Productions including the comedy classic, Grandma\u2019s Boy and The House Bunny. She also works with many independent filmmakers helping them to get talent attached to their films to get them into production.
\n\n\n\nLisa also wrote a book for actors which is the 411 guide on the business side of acting, From Start to Stardom (The Casting Director\u2019s Guide For Actors). Her book is available on Amazon. She also teaches audition technique classes where she strives to help actors with many aspects of their careers. Lisa assists actors in building confidence in themselves and turning their goals into realities.
\n\n\n\nFind out more at: www.fromstarttostardom.com
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\n\n\n\nLisa London: One of my favorite stories is [of] Bryan Cranston. He got his first job for Malcom in the Middle in his forties, and he got his iconic role in Breaking Bad in his fifties. He was working it. Working hard, it takes a huge amount of persistence. There’s a lot of rejection and things that happen. But if \u2014 like I said \u2014 you love it and it\u2019s what you want to do, then you keep persisting along that road. I feel what all those actors have who go on to be hugely successful, is not only their charisma, and their ‘je ne sais quoi,’ that intangible quality about them, is they work really hard.
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\n\n\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 10: Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London appeared first on Casting Networks.
\n", "content_text": "Veteran Casting Director Lisa London shares insights on the most powerful tool in an actor’s toolkit – their mindset. She joins How We Role host Robert Peterpaul to uncover how an actor can be more mindful and present in the room. \n\n\n\nThe episode covers:\n\n\n\n\nWhy focusing on the process rather than the outcome will set you free.\n\n\n\nThe common thread between the successful actors she’s cast like Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt and Emma Stone.\n\n\n\nHer #1 tip for being on a set.\n\n\n\nHer golden rule for self-tapes and so much more.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa London has been a casting director for more than 30 years and has cast over a 100 successful film and television shows. She and her business partner, Catherine Stroud, have cast many notable actors and actresses at the beginning of in their careers who have all gone on to become stars. \n\n\n\nSome of these actors include: Miley Cyrus, Jonah Hill, Emma Stone, Katharine McPhee, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Ruffalo, Brad Pitt, Megan Hilty, Adrian R. Mante, Joey King, Yara Shahidi, Noah Centineo, Josh Gad and Mariska Hargitay. Lisa has cast many film and TV genres from comedies to dramas to thrillers to family friendly films. \n\n\n\nShe cast many movies for Adam Sandler\u2019s company, Happy Madison Productions including the comedy classic, Grandma\u2019s Boy and The House Bunny. She also works with many independent filmmakers helping them to get talent attached to their films to get them into production.\n\n\n\nLisa also wrote a book for actors which is the 411 guide on the business side of acting, From Start to Stardom (The Casting Director\u2019s Guide For Actors). Her book is available on Amazon. She also teaches audition technique classes where she strives to help actors with many aspects of their careers. Lisa assists actors in building confidence in themselves and turning their goals into realities.\n\n\n\nFind out more at: www.fromstarttostardom.com\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa London: One of my favorite stories is [of] Bryan Cranston. He got his first job for Malcom in the Middle in his forties, and he got his iconic role in Breaking Bad in his fifties. He was working it. Working hard, it takes a huge amount of persistence. There’s a lot of rejection and things that happen. But if \u2014 like I said \u2014 you love it and it\u2019s what you want to do, then you keep persisting along that road. I feel what all those actors have who go on to be hugely successful, is not only their charisma, and their ‘je ne sais quoi,’ that intangible quality about them, is they work really hard.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin\n\n\n\nTim Payne\u2019s Advice for Staying Present\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 10: Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-05-20T03:00:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Episode-11-Lisa-London-1.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/actor-anxiety-mindset-hacks-that-actually-work-with-casting-director-lisa-london_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 1061841 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=183694", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-9-optimize-your-casting-profile-and-get-booked-with-casting-director-virginia-anello-casting-networks-jason-teresi/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 9: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks\u2019 Jason Teresi", "content_html": "\nA casting profile is like a 24/7 audition\u2014even when you\u2019re not in the room.
\n\n\n\nIn this insightful conversation, Casting Director Virginia Anello and Casting Networks\u2019 Jason Teresi join host Robert Peterpaul to break down what makes a standout casting profile. They’ll cover:
\n\n\n\nVirginia Anello, CSA, is a Casting Director and Partner at O\u2019Connor Casting Company with 17 years of experience in the industry. A Columbia College Chicago grad, she champions Chicago talent and loves helping actors thrive\u2014plus quoting movies and embracing all things nerdy.
\n\n\n\nJason Teresi is Casting Networks\u2019 Client Success Manager and a former actor. With over 24 years in the industry, he brings deep insight into actor profiles and works closely with casting professionals worldwide. He\u2019s a proud dad, Chicago theater alum and industry veteran.
\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.
\n\n\n\nVirginia Anello: Just to be submitted (for a role) is a win, because already your agent thinks you’re right for it. If I click on you, I think you might be right for it. If I audition you, two people really think you’re right for it.
\n\n\n\nJason Teresi: A couple of things I wanted to touch on. It’s your job as an actor, and your agent’s job as an agent, to make the casting director’s job as easy as possible. You don’t want to send them links that they have to click on that take them outside of the system that they’re using. “Click on this link and go to YouTube and watch this,” no. They want to stay inclusive in the platform so they can do their jobs.
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\n", "content_text": "A casting profile is like a 24/7 audition\u2014even when you\u2019re not in the room.\n\n\n\nIn this insightful conversation, Casting Director Virginia Anello and Casting Networks\u2019 Jason Teresi join host Robert Peterpaul to break down what makes a standout casting profile. They’ll cover:\n\n\n\n\nThe #1 thing that impresses casting directors\n\n\n\nHow to appear in the right casting searches\n\n\n\nWhat to update every 4\u20136 months to stay competitive\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Anello, CSA, is a Casting Director and Partner at O\u2019Connor Casting Company with 17 years of experience in the industry. A Columbia College Chicago grad, she champions Chicago talent and loves helping actors thrive\u2014plus quoting movies and embracing all things nerdy.\n\n\n\nJason Teresi is Casting Networks\u2019 Client Success Manager and a former actor. With over 24 years in the industry, he brings deep insight into actor profiles and works closely with casting professionals worldwide. He\u2019s a proud dad, Chicago theater alum and industry veteran.\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Anello: Just to be submitted (for a role) is a win, because already your agent thinks you’re right for it. If I click on you, I think you might be right for it. If I audition you, two people really think you’re right for it.\n\n\n\nJason Teresi: A couple of things I wanted to touch on. It’s your job as an actor, and your agent’s job as an agent, to make the casting director’s job as easy as possible. You don’t want to send them links that they have to click on that take them outside of the system that they’re using. “Click on this link and go to YouTube and watch this,” no. They want to stay inclusive in the platform so they can do their jobs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 BONUS Episode: Live From the Red Carpet at Artios Awards\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 9: Optimize Your Casting Profile and Get Booked with Casting Director Virginia Anello & Casting Networks’ Jason Teresi appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-05-06T06:24:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Episode-9-Anello-Teresi.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/optimize-your-casting-profile-and-get-booked-with-casting-director-virginia-anello-cn-s-jason-teresi_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 758220 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=179902", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-8-how-to-craft-authentic-performances-fast-with-famed-acting-coach-warner-loughlin/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin", "content_html": "\nFor nearly three decades, Warner Loughlin has empowered actors. She has coached Emmy, Golden Globe, Tony and Grammy winners, including talents like Oscar-nominee Amy Adams, Glen Powell, Ryan Reynolds, Matt Bomer and\u00a0White Lotus\u00a0star Michelle Monaghan to name a few. Known for her warmth and intuitive approach, Warner\u2019s technique shatters the myth that an actor’s past emotional traumas must be the fuel or foundation for their work.\u00a0
\n\n\n\nSpelled out in her beautiful book,\u00a0The Warner Loughlin Technique: An Acting Revolution, Warner\u2019s method is imaginative, practical and psychologically deep, giving actors a safe and effective way to access emotion and create extremely nuanced and unique performances. Warner studied Contemporary Literature and Shakespeare at Oxford University and received her BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
\n\n\n\nLearn more about her and her sensational acting studio at www.warnerloughlin.com.
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\n\n\n\nWarner Loughlin: Sometimes I read scripts just for fun. I know that’s nerdy, but you get so much more information. Sometimes we don’t have the script, right? We gotta go to that character breakdown that casting gives us. I take those breakdowns with a little tiny grain of salt, because you’re not quite sure who might have written those.
\n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Sometimes they don’t have the full script, either; the person writing those.
\n\n\n\nWarner Loughlin: Right. But it does give us a little flavor and a flair. I also read all the other characters, because sometimes a breakdown will have all the other characters listed.
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\n", "content_text": "For nearly three decades, Warner Loughlin has empowered actors. She has coached Emmy, Golden Globe, Tony and Grammy winners, including talents like Oscar-nominee Amy Adams, Glen Powell, Ryan Reynolds, Matt Bomer and\u00a0White Lotus\u00a0star Michelle Monaghan to name a few. Known for her warmth and intuitive approach, Warner\u2019s technique shatters the myth that an actor’s past emotional traumas must be the fuel or foundation for their work.\u00a0\n\n\n\nSpelled out in her beautiful book,\u00a0The Warner Loughlin Technique: An Acting Revolution, Warner\u2019s method is imaginative, practical and psychologically deep, giving actors a safe and effective way to access emotion and create extremely nuanced and unique performances. Warner studied Contemporary Literature and Shakespeare at Oxford University and received her BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.\n\n\n\nLearn more about her and her sensational acting studio at www.warnerloughlin.com.\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Warner Loughlin: How to Prepare Your for Character\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWarner Loughlin: Sometimes I read scripts just for fun. I know that’s nerdy, but you get so much more information. Sometimes we don’t have the script, right? We gotta go to that character breakdown that casting gives us. I take those breakdowns with a little tiny grain of salt, because you’re not quite sure who might have written those. \n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Sometimes they don’t have the full script, either; the person writing those.\n\n\n\nWarner Loughlin: Right. But it does give us a little flavor and a flair. I also read all the other characters, because sometimes a breakdown will have all the other characters listed.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 4: Crafting Standout Acting Resumes & Materials with Actor Reboot\u2019s Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU)\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 3: How to Capture Your Best Actor Headshots with Sub/Urban Photography\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 8: How to Craft Authentic Performances FAST with Famed Acting Coach Warner Loughlin appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-04-22T05:30:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Episode-8-Warner-Loughlin.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/how-to-craft-authentic-performances-fast-with-famed-acting-coach-warner-loughlin_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 695339 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=176260", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-7-tony-goldwyn-law-order-hacks-why-actors-should-embrace-discomfort-more/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 7: Tony Goldwyn: Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More", "content_html": "\nTony Goldwyn (Ghost, Scandal, and Oppenheimer) joins How We Role to share his journey from struggling with anxiety to finding authentic presence in his work. The actor, producer and director offers multi-perspectives on an actor’s journey, giving insights into the benefits of embracing uncertainty and how digging deeper can set you free.
\n\n\n\nGoldwyn is an actor, director and producer. His latest feature directing project, Ezra, with Bobby Cannavale and Robert DeNiro, was released by Bleecker Street Films. Goldwyn made his feature directorial debut with A Walk on the Moon. The film premiered at Sundance and received a National Board of Review Award for Excellence in Independent Filmmaking. Other feature directing credits: Conviction, starring Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell which was awarded the Freedom of Expression honor from the National Board of Review; The Last Kiss and Someone Like You. His many acting credits include Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, ABC’s Scandal and the cult-classic Ghost.
\n\n\n\nGoldwyn\u2019s New York theater credits include Tony and Olivier Award-winner The Inheritance, directed by Stephen Daldry; Ivo van Hove\u2019s Network with Bryan Cranston; the Broadway revival of Promises, Promises; Holiday at Circle in the Square; The Water\u2019s Edge and Spike Heels at Second Stage Theater; The Dying Gaul at the Vineyard Theater; The Sum of Us at the Cherry Lane Theatre, for which he won an Obie Award and Digby at Manhattan Theatre Club.
\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you stream podcasts.
\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Tony Goldwyn (‘Law & Order,’ ‘Hacks‘): Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More
\n\n\n\nTony Goldwyn: I value the contribution of a person who has one line, as much as I do the person who’s the main guest star of that episode (of Law & Order) or one of our series regulars. What makes something good, is that every layer is real and good and excellent. The truth is, it’s exciting for me because that person, who may be young, who’s coming in and doing their first line on television ever, in a year or two might be the lead in a show. They might have a big career ahead of them.
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\n\n\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 7: Tony Goldwyn: Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More appeared first on Casting Networks.
\n", "content_text": "Tony Goldwyn (Ghost, Scandal, and Oppenheimer) joins How We Role to share his journey from struggling with anxiety to finding authentic presence in his work. The actor, producer and director offers multi-perspectives on an actor’s journey, giving insights into the benefits of embracing uncertainty and how digging deeper can set you free.\n\n\n\nGoldwyn is an actor, director and producer. His latest feature directing project, Ezra, with Bobby Cannavale and Robert DeNiro, was released by Bleecker Street Films. Goldwyn made his feature directorial debut with A Walk on the Moon. The film premiered at Sundance and received a National Board of Review Award for Excellence in Independent Filmmaking. Other feature directing credits: Conviction, starring Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell which was awarded the Freedom of Expression honor from the National Board of Review; The Last Kiss and Someone Like You. His many acting credits include Oscar-winning Oppenheimer, ABC’s Scandal and the cult-classic Ghost.\n\n\n\nGoldwyn\u2019s New York theater credits include Tony and Olivier Award-winner The Inheritance, directed by Stephen Daldry; Ivo van Hove\u2019s Network with Bryan Cranston; the Broadway revival of Promises, Promises; Holiday at Circle in the Square; The Water\u2019s Edge and Spike Heels at Second Stage Theater; The Dying Gaul at the Vineyard Theater; The Sum of Us at the Cherry Lane Theatre, for which he won an Obie Award and Digby at Manhattan Theatre Club.\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Tony Goldwyn (‘Law & Order,’ ‘Hacks‘): Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTony Goldwyn: I value the contribution of a person who has one line, as much as I do the person who’s the main guest star of that episode (of Law & Order) or one of our series regulars. What makes something good, is that every layer is real and good and excellent. The truth is, it’s exciting for me because that person, who may be young, who’s coming in and doing their first line on television ever, in a year or two might be the lead in a show. They might have a big career ahead of them.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 4: Crafting Standout Acting Resumes & Materials with Actor Reboot\u2019s Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU)\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 3: How to Capture Your Best Actor Headshots with Sub/Urban Photography\n\n\n\n\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 7: Tony Goldwyn: Why Actors Should Embrace Discomfort & More appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-04-08T05:40:00-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Casting Networks", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/casting-networks/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/200/200444408742b2af675bc62d4765cbe4x512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Casting Networks", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/casting-networks/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/200/200444408742b2af675bc62d4765cbe4x512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Copy-of-Episode-7-Tony-Goldwyn.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tony-goldwyn-law-order-hacks-why-actors-should-embrace-discomfort-more_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 587964 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=172031", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-episode-5-ultimate-self-tape-audition-guide-for-actors-with-casting-director-erica-a-hart/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart", "content_html": "\nCasting Director Erica A. Hart joins ‘How We Role’ to discuss self tape auditions and the self-worth behind a successful one. From making strong choices to using props effectively, Erica gives host Robert Peterpaul her ultimate guide to producing tapes that get results.
\n\n\n\nERICA A. HART, CSA, was born and raised in Washington, DC, and studied film and television at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. She started at ABC Primetime Casting and then moved to independent casting. Among her many credits, she’s cast:
\n\n\n\nTV/Streaming: \u2018Black Mirror\u2019 (Season 6 US Casting), \u2018A Black Lady Sketch Show\u2019 (Season 4), \u2018That Damn Michael Che\u2019, \u2018Jodie\u2019, \u2018Bust Down\u2019, \u2018The Girls on the Bus\u2019, \u2018The Equalizer\u2019 (Seasons 4 & 5), \u2018Survival of the Thickest\u2019 (Season 2).
Broadway: \u2018Chicken & Biscuits\u2019, \u2018Pass Over\u2019, \u2018Death of a Salesman\u2019, \u2018Jaja\u2019s African Hair Braiding\u2019.
Film: \u2018We Strangers\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Veo Veo a Family\u2019 (Tribeca), \u2018The Surrogate\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Lapsis\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Cupids\u2019 (Tribeca), \u2018Natives\u2019 (SXSW).
Off-Broadway: \u2018How to Defend Yourself\u2019 (NYTW), \u2018Saturday Church\u2019 (NYTW), \u2018Scarlett Dreams\u2019 (Midnight Theatricals).
Regional: \u2018El Coqu\u00ed\u2019 (Long Wharf Theatre).
Music Videos: \u2018Fight for You\u2019 (H.E.R. \u2013 Oscar-winning song), \u2018Get Some\u2019 (Ghosted \u2013 Premiered at SXSW).
Erica is an Artios Award winner, serves on the Board of the Casting Society, is a TV Academy member, and teaches at various colleges and universities.
\n\n\n\nWebsite: www.hartcasting.com
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\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, Mix Tape): From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet
\n\n\n\nErica A. Hart: You gotta just try. You’ve got to show up. Showing up is fifty-percent (of the thing). Even if you’re like, ‘Well, I’m an actor, I’m not interested in working on-set,’ or, ‘I’m not interested in working on stage,’ or whatever. You never know who’s going to be on set with you. If a friend is like, ‘Hey, I’m creating a short film, do you want to just come by and be a PA? Or come on and hold the boom mic?’ If you just say yes, and show up for the day, you never know who’s going to be on-set that might say ‘Hey, do you want to do this [other] thing?’ or ‘Hey, I heard that you’re an actor, I have this project that you would be perfect for.’
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\n", "content_text": "Casting Director Erica A. Hart joins ‘How We Role’ to discuss self tape auditions and the self-worth behind a successful one. From making strong choices to using props effectively, Erica gives host Robert Peterpaul her ultimate guide to producing tapes that get results.\n\n\n\nERICA A. HART, CSA, was born and raised in Washington, DC, and studied film and television at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. She started at ABC Primetime Casting and then moved to independent casting. Among her many credits, she’s cast: \n\n\n\nTV/Streaming: \u2018Black Mirror\u2019 (Season 6 US Casting), \u2018A Black Lady Sketch Show\u2019 (Season 4), \u2018That Damn Michael Che\u2019, \u2018Jodie\u2019, \u2018Bust Down\u2019, \u2018The Girls on the Bus\u2019, \u2018The Equalizer\u2019 (Seasons 4 & 5), \u2018Survival of the Thickest\u2019 (Season 2).Broadway: \u2018Chicken & Biscuits\u2019, \u2018Pass Over\u2019, \u2018Death of a Salesman\u2019, \u2018Jaja\u2019s African Hair Braiding\u2019.Film: \u2018We Strangers\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Veo Veo a Family\u2019 (Tribeca), \u2018The Surrogate\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Lapsis\u2019 (SXSW), \u2018Cupids\u2019 (Tribeca), \u2018Natives\u2019 (SXSW).Off-Broadway: \u2018How to Defend Yourself\u2019 (NYTW), \u2018Saturday Church\u2019 (NYTW), \u2018Scarlett Dreams\u2019 (Midnight Theatricals).Regional: \u2018El Coqu\u00ed\u2019 (Long Wharf Theatre).Music Videos: \u2018Fight for You\u2019 (H.E.R. \u2013 Oscar-winning song), \u2018Get Some\u2019 (Ghosted \u2013 Premiered at SXSW).\n\n\n\nErica is an Artios Award winner, serves on the Board of the Casting Society, is a TV Academy member, and teaches at various colleges and universities.\n\n\n\nWebsite: www.hartcasting.com\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, Mix Tape): From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErica A. Hart: You gotta just try. You’ve got to show up. Showing up is fifty-percent (of the thing). Even if you’re like, ‘Well, I’m an actor, I’m not interested in working on-set,’ or, ‘I’m not interested in working on stage,’ or whatever. You never know who’s going to be on set with you. If a friend is like, ‘Hey, I’m creating a short film, do you want to just come by and be a PA? Or come on and hold the boom mic?’ If you just say yes, and show up for the day, you never know who’s going to be on-set that might say ‘Hey, do you want to do this [other] thing?’ or ‘Hey, I heard that you’re an actor, I have this project that you would be perfect for.’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 4: Crafting Standout Acting Resumes & Materials with Actor Reboot\u2019s Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU)\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 3: How to Capture Your Best Actor Headshots with Sub/Urban Photography\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 BONUS Episode: Teresa Palmer (\u2018The Fall Guy\u2019, \u2018Mix Tape\u2019): From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet\n\n\n\n\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ Episode 5: Ultimate Self Tape Audition Guide for Actors with Casting Director Erica A. Hart appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-03-25T07:34:43-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Steffanie Bradley", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/steffanie-jensen/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/3e8/3e8ce2e7f86b5a07c0aef6d0a90ffd6cx512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Episode-6-Erica-A.-Hart.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Casting Directors", "Podcast: How We Role", "The Industry" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/ultimate-self-tape-audition-guide-for-actors-with-casting-director-erica-a-hart_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 552115 } ] }, { "id": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/?p=170485", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-we-role-bonus-episode-teresa-palmer-the-fall-guy-mix-tape-from-background-artist-to-1-on-the-call-sheet/", "title": "\u2018How We Role\u2019 BONUS Episode: Teresa Palmer: From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet", "content_html": "\nAcclaimed actor Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, A Discovery of Witches) joins How We Role to share tangible tips for actors. From starting as a background artist to landing the number one spot on the call sheet, Teresa\u2019s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. She remains incredibly generous with her knowledge. In fact, she\u2019s eager to share all of her acting secrets with you\u2014including how she prepares for roles and a hack for crying on cue.
\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer is a globally recognized performer who has been nominated for multiple Best Actress awards, including Critics Choice and many others from her home country in Australia. You\u2019ll likely recognize Teresa from her extensive onscreen work alongside some of the most acclaimed talents in the industry. She shared the screen with Cate Blanchett and Christian Bale in Knight of Cups. She also appeared alongside Andrew Garfield in Mel Gibson\u2019s Oscar-nominated film Hacksaw Ridge.
\n\n\n\nTeresa\u2019s TV work includes\u00a0The Last Anniversary, an adaptation of Liane Moriarty\u2019s book, and the show that brought us together today:\u00a0Mix Tape.
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\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer: Something that I do is, after hair and makeup are touching you up, and you know you’re about to go on, practice some Ujjayi yogic breath where it’s a deep, you know that deep breath that you have? Keep your eyes open. So you’re doing the breath and already you can see my eyes now have started to water.
\n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Oh my gosh, yeah.
\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer: So it’s like a deep Ujjayi breath, but keep your eyes open, don’t blink, and it brings a heat to behind your eyes that makes you seem upset. See? Look at my eyes. I just did it very briefly. So it makes seem upset and emotional and vulnerable and that just brings the body to that place.
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\n", "content_text": "Acclaimed actor Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, A Discovery of Witches) joins How We Role to share tangible tips for actors. From starting as a background artist to landing the number one spot on the call sheet, Teresa\u2019s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. She remains incredibly generous with her knowledge. In fact, she\u2019s eager to share all of her acting secrets with you\u2014including how she prepares for roles and a hack for crying on cue.\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer is a globally recognized performer who has been nominated for multiple Best Actress awards, including Critics Choice and many others from her home country in Australia. You\u2019ll likely recognize Teresa from her extensive onscreen work alongside some of the most acclaimed talents in the industry. She shared the screen with Cate Blanchett and Christian Bale in Knight of Cups. She also appeared alongside Andrew Garfield in Mel Gibson\u2019s Oscar-nominated film Hacksaw Ridge.\n\n\n\nTeresa\u2019s TV work includes\u00a0The Last Anniversary, an adaptation of Liane Moriarty\u2019s book, and the show that brought us together today:\u00a0Mix Tape.\n\n\n\nListen to How We Role on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you stream podcasts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEpisode Preview: Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy, Mix Tape): From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer: Something that I do is, after hair and makeup are touching you up, and you know you’re about to go on, practice some Ujjayi yogic breath where it’s a deep, you know that deep breath that you have? Keep your eyes open. So you’re doing the breath and already you can see my eyes now have started to water.\n\n\n\nRobert Peterpaul: Oh my gosh, yeah.\n\n\n\nTeresa Palmer: So it’s like a deep Ujjayi breath, but keep your eyes open, don’t blink, and it brings a heat to behind your eyes that makes you seem upset. See? Look at my eyes. I just did it very briefly. So it makes seem upset and emotional and vulnerable and that just brings the body to that place.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to find your next role with Casting Networks? Sign up for a free trial today!\n\n\n\nYou may also like:\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Do When You Don’t Have Time to Prepare\n\n\n\nCasting Insights: Angelique Midthunder on Casting \u2018Opus\u2019\n\n\n\n\u2018How We Role\u2019 Episode 4: Crafting Standout Acting Resumes & Materials with Actor Reboot\u2019s Phil Sloves (Law & Order: SVU)\n\n\n\n\n\nThe post ‘How We Role’ BONUS Episode: Teresa Palmer: From Background Artist to #1 on the Call Sheet appeared first on Casting Networks.", "date_published": "2025-03-13T07:45:52-07:00", "date_modified": "2026-04-23T09:48:26-07:00", "authors": [ { "name": "Casting Networks", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/casting-networks/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/200/200444408742b2af675bc62d4765cbe4x512.jpg" } ], "author": { "name": "Casting Networks", "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/author/casting-networks/", "avatar": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/wphb-cache/gravatar/200/200444408742b2af675bc62d4765cbe4x512.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Episode-5-Teresa-Palmer-1.png", "tags": [ "Business of Acting", "Podcast: How We Role" ], "attachments": [ { "url": "https://www.castingnetworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/teresa-palmer-the-fall-guy-mix-tape-from-background-artist-to-1-on-the-call-sheet_soundbite.mp3", "mime_type": "audio/mpeg", "size_in_bytes": 746957 } ] } ] }