Amateurs Nervous First Time M... — Casting Desperate

For the amateur, the first time in front of a professional camera is a "fight or flight" moment. This creates a specific set of behaviors:

If you find yourself heading into a casting call as a nervous amateur, remember these three things:

From the perspective of a production company, casting amateurs serves several purposes: Casting desperate amateurs nervous first time m...

Know what you are and aren't willing to do before you walk through the door. The Bottom Line

True professional casting should always prioritize . For the amateur, the first time in front

A "casting" should never require an amateur to perform acts that aren't clearly outlined in a pre-approved script or brief. Tips for First-Timers

Many amateurs enter the room with a sense of desperation to succeed, making them highly coachable but also highly vulnerable. A "casting" should never require an amateur to

Amateurs should never be pressured into signing documents they don't understand.