SYNOPSIS
This online class will provide feedback from an experienced casting professional. No more than 20 performers will be participating. This class is open to beginners.
When a new Casting Access Online class is announced, eligible performers RSVP to request a space in the class and are added to the class on a first-come/first-served basis. Confirmed participants will be notified by e-mail.
The date listed for the class is the day enrollment and cancellation close, and your headshots and self-tapes are sent to the casting director.
Please prepare a scene from Film/TV of two minutes in length or less. Be sure to have a reader off camera reading with you.
You will have until April 7th 9:00am (PST) to rehearse, record, and upload a video containing your performance of the material you chose.You will upload the video using your YouTube account and email the unlisted video link. The casting director will review your workshop video and provided notes. Finally, you will attend a live Q&A with the casting director on April 9th at 6:00pm (PST) after getting the chance to review your feedback and watch the videos of the other participating actors.
CASTING DIRECTOR BIO
Rich Mento has cast over 50 films and television shows. He was the casting director for Safe Haven, Warm Bodies, No Strings Attached, Dear John, Remember Me, Step Up, Step Up 2: The Streets, Step Up 3D, Step Up Revolution, Step Up All In,and many more.
REQUIREMENTS
You must have completed a Casting Access Online application prior to registering for this class.
If you RSVP for this class you must be able to upload your video by 9:00am PST on April 7th. DO NOT BE LATE. Those who have been seated by April 7th are expected to comply. You must cancel your reservation if you cannot comply.
This class is open to beginners.
Your video will not be accepted IF:
-Your video is shot vertically instead of horizontally. If you need to shoot on an iPhone or tablet, turn it sideways.
-It is not appropriately framed. Standard framing is top of the head to mid chest.
-The video has poor sound, clarity, or lighting. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but it cannot take away from your performance.
-You have a distracting background. If you cannot provide a solid background, a minimal background is best.
-Your video has title cards or subtitles. They are unnecessary.
-Your video settings are not Unlisted. Videos that are Private or Public will not be accepted.
-You “share” the video through YouTube. You must email the video URL to the specified email address.
