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Guides for actors: headshots, showreels, self-tapes and Spotlight. Written by Luke, a working screen actor who shoots actor headshots and films showreels in Liverpool.
Why actor headshot prices vary so much, the hidden extras to check for, what a session should include, and exactly what my £180 session in Liverpool covers. … Continue readingHow Much Do Actor Headshots Cost in the UK?
The ideal acting showreel length at every career stage, what casting directors and Spotlight say, and how to cut your reel down without losing your best moments. … Continue readingHow Long Should an Acting Showreel Be?
How to set up a self tape at home that casting enjoys watching: framing, background, lighting, sound, your reader, the ident, and how to name and send the file. … Continue readingSelf Tape Audition Tips: Setup, Lighting and Sound at Home
No credits, no reel? Three ways to build an acting showreel from nothing, what material to choose, and how casting directors want it cut. … Continue readingHow to Make a Showreel With No Credits
The rule of thumb for updating actor headshots, the changes that mean you need new ones straight away, and how to time a refresh with your career. … Continue readingHow Often Should Actors Update Their Headshots?
The colours, necklines and layers that work for actor headshots, what to avoid, and exactly what to pack for your session. … Continue readingWhat to Wear for Actor Headshots
How commercial and theatrical headshots differ, whether UK actors need both, which to lead with on Spotlight, and how to get both looks from one session. … Continue readingCommercial vs Theatrical Headshots: What’s the Difference?
Everything Spotlight asks for in a headshot: the minimum size, file limits, how many photos to upload, photographer credits, retouching and what casting directors look for in your main photo. … Continue readingSpotlight Headshot Requirements: Sizes, Rules and What Casting Want
What casting directors want from an actor showreel: best work first, short and snappy, clear sound, and scenes that match your casting. Plus what to do with no credits yet. … Continue readingWhat Casting Directors Want From a Showreel
How to prepare for an actor headshot shoot: what to wear, hair and makeup, the night before, what happens on the day and choosing your shots for Spotlight. … Continue readingHow to Prepare for Your Actor Headshot Shoot