"attend every industry event... financing forums... probably the only actor there... 'I'm actually an actor,' you may get a project" (Dan Griffin, actor-producer).
"Actors must constantly look for work and stay in touch with their contacts... including Myspace, Twitter and the New York Film Exposure a group started by Amore Leighton Black... In addition to sending out e-mails about industry events and opportunities, Black sets up meetings around the city for members..."
"Singer also emhasizes the need to make the most of every opportunity. Early in her acting career, she had a role in an Off-Off Broadway play, and one evening a man was waiting for her after a performance. 'He said he used to produce on Broadway and that if he was still producing he would do anything to help my career,' she recalls. 'I looked at him and thanked him and that was it. I didn't have a networking brain. I should have asked him to lunch and gotten some contacts from him'... Even familiar territory, such as your school, can be a valuable resource... 'Ask them if they can mentor you or if you could work for them" (Lynn Singer, acting and vocal coach).
"LoGiudice also finds parties helpful in building her network. Because she's interested in film and wants to get to know filmmakers, she organized a monthly performance party and gets the word out through Facebook. 'Before the party, I organized a film screening and invited filmmakers to show their films,' she says. 'That was the way I met my collaborator on some of the short films that I work on now."... it's important to know what you want in your career and to listen to others who have experience: "I've built a community of artists who I really respect, who are really supportive, and who are very positive. Fifty percent of the work I've gotten has been from knowing friends of friends" (Lauren LoGiudice, actor and model).
Dramalogue: Informative on auditions, writing opportunities, and classes, plus study guides and tips: http://www.dramalogue.com
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General "schmoozing" notes:
See each casting director once a year.
When sending a mailing for a show to agents/ casting directors, let them know how they can get 2 comps.
Know about current events, James Lapine will pull an actor aside and start talking about current events to see if they are smart people, not just actors.
On actorsaccess.com submissions, point out something in the "notes" section to get noticed.
Know your "ins".
Don't ask them for something special, just ask for them to keep you in mind.
"Please let me know if there is an open call I should go to."... They might get you an appointment.
"Please let me know if there is a part for me."
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