Nearly A Half-Million Contacts Made On Star Search Casting In 2007

The numbers are in & Star Search Casting is officially the #1 casting website & the first choice for entertainment professionals and aspiring performers. Star Search Casting members have been contacted nearly a half-million times in 2007 by casting directors & agents resulting in the launch of thousands of successful careers in the entertainment industry.

HOLLYWOOD – There are a lot of reasons why Star Search Casting (www.StarSearchCasting.com) is the #1 casting website, but one of the primary reasons is that casting directors and agents contacted singers, dancers, actors and models on Star Search Casting 424,610 times in 2007. And the year isn’t over yet! Each week, thousands of contacts are made and new stars are born.

Star Search Casting has quickly become the first choice for casting directors and talent agents scouting singers, actors, dancers and models online. The website has almost a quarter of a million members worldwide, and the membership base is constantly growing due to the wealth of invaluable opportunities and resources available at http://www.StarSearchCasting.com.

Star Search Casting makes it easy for casting directors and talent agents to search for talent. The website gives its members the option to post and online resume, video and audio files and up to 100 photos. By reviewing the online profiles of Star Search Casting members that are interested in acting, dancing, modeling or singing, casting directors get far more information than what they receive from most agencies on a day to day basis. This additional information is essential in helping casting directors not only make better decisions, but also find the perfect singer, dancer, actor or model for the job.

SSC is not just paying off for casting directors and agents looking for talent. It’s been a huge success for aspiring performers as well. Star Search Casting members of all ages have booked roles on popular movies and television shows and have found tons of singing, modeling and dancing jobs as well.

“I have been a member since 2004 and I have been very successful in getting auditions and acting jobs thanks to Star Search Casting. I had a singing role in Cutout with Al Martino and also appeared in the film, Invincible with Mark Wahlberg,” says Ed Maloney of New Jersey.

Aspiring actors, dancers, singers and models looking for their big break don’t have to look any further. Star Search Casting makes it easy for aspiring entertainers to connect with influential casting directors and talent agents and launch their Hollywood dreams!

For more information, visit www.Starsearchcasting.com.

Ever Wanted To Be On MTV?

Have you checked out the auditions posted on www.StarSearchCasting.com? Did you know that we’ve got lots of casting notices from major networks and with our help, you could get a paid role on one of your favorite shows?

We’re not the #1 website just because we have a lot of great opportunities. We’re also #1 because our website features a lot of talented individuals. And casting directors love that! So when they are advertising new roles, Star Search Casting is one of the first places they visit on the web to post their casting notices.

Networks such as ABC, NBC and MTV have used our site to get the word out about new roles on their shows. Yes, MTV!!! Even now, MTV is accepting headshots until December 5^th from energetic guys and girls to be featured on their shows. Check out the auditions on our site to find out more. Not only is being on MTV a great way to get invaluable exposure on a hit television show, but imagine the contacts you’ll make.

MTV has always featured a diverse range of talent on their network. They consistently look for young people (usually ages 18-24) with sparkling personalities from diverse ethnic backgrounds. This could be your big chance, so what are you waiting for? Go for it!

Don’t miss this chance to land a great gig on a major network and get paid for it! All you have to do is check the list of auditions on our website, and send your name, age, phone number and photos to the contact provided. This time next week you could be at MTV’s studio in Santa Monica meeting with their casting staff and booking an exciting new gig. Sounds great doesn’t it! And don’t forget to check out the hundreds of other opportunities we have listed as well!

Thanks for reading the blog. Don’t forget to check it out again tomorrow.

Meeting With A Talent Agent

Agents and managers visit our website ( http://www.StarSearchCasting.com/index.php ) daily looking for new talent to sign to their agencies. Thousands of our members have been signed to reputable agencies throughout the United States thanks to the exposure they’ve gotten on our website.

Often when members on our site are contacted by agents to come in for an appointment, one of the first questions they have is, “What should I expect?” So I wanted to take the time to outline a few things you should know so that you can make the most of your meeting.

When an agent contacts you for a meeting, they may tell you to come prepared with audition material. Others may expect you to have something prepared. And some will rely simply on your personality to decide if they want to work with you. So just in case, make sure you have something ready that showcases your strengths. Additionally, come in prepared to win them over with your sparkling personality. Be friendly, polite and engaging. This is an opportunity for the agent to get to know you – but you also want to get to know the agent as well. If you sign with the agency, you’ll be working with this person for awhile and you want to make sure it’s a good fit.

Also be prepared to discuss your career goals and what opportunities you think you’re best suited for. Be sure to communicate that you’re hardworking and ambitious. An agent can submit you to casting directors, but it’s up to you to book the job. An agent wants to know that they can count on you to always give it your best shot whenever they send you on an audition.

At larger agencies, you may have a series of meetings. You may come in initially to meet with one agent, and then if they think you’d be a good fit for the agency, then they will call you in for a second meeting (and sometimes a third) to meet with other agents at the company. Make sure you’re consistent when you arrive for each meeting. Some members of the staff at the agency may be friendlier than others. Don’t let that have any bearing on you putting your best foot forward.

Congratulations! Of all of the pictures that the agency receives each day, they’ve picked you! You should be thrilled! Go to your meeting with lots of energy and optimism. This could be your big shot and you’ve most certainly earned it!

Major TV Networks Use www.StarSearchCasting.com To Cast Today’s Most Popular Shows!

ABC, NBC, MTV & other major networks are using Star Search Casting to post casting opportunities & find new talent for some of today’s highest-rated television shows.

(HOLLYWOOD) – Star Search Casting, Inc. ( http://www.starsearchcasting.com/ ) is the #1 casting website used by major U.S. television networks. When new casting opportunities arise, networks are now posting them on SSC to cast a wider net, and get access to a larger talent pool. Whether they need singers, dancers, models or actors, major networks such as ABC, NBC and MTV are turning to www.StarSearchCasting.com to find new talent and future stars.

While many casting websites may advertise that they provide invaluable exposure for its members, Star Search Casting guarantees it. Not only has the site helped thousands of its members to pursue successful careers in the entertainment industry, the site is now one of the #1 tools that major networks, production companies and agencies utilize to find new singers, dancers, actors and models. ABC, NBC, MTV, The WB, TLC, A&E and The History Channel are just a handful of the major networks that have used Star Search Casting (SSC) to advertise casting opportunities.

Star Search Casting, Inc. founder and entertainment executive, Jonathan Parker had casting professionals in mind when he designed the site. “I created Star Search Casting to give actors, singers, dancers and models great exposure. But in order to do that, I knew I had to create a site that would really resonate with industry professionals,” says Parker. And that’s exactly what he did.

There are a number of reasons why major networks have chosen Star Search as their #1 choice for finding new talent on the internet. Star Search Casting has more than 235,000 members, providing a diverse bank of singers, dancers, actors and models with a variety of looks and skill sets. Additionally, SSC allows members to post up to 100 photos, as well as video and audio files in addition to their online resume, helping casting directors and other network executives make informed decisions when reviewing Star Search Casting members’ online portfolios. Additionally, the site is well designed, and user-friendly which keeps entertainment industry professionals coming back to the site on a consistent basis.
For more information about the types of roles major networks are posting on the website, log on today to http://www.starsearchcasting.com/. There are more than 1400 casting notices posted on the site from major networks, production companies, agencies and other industry players.

Dealing With Rejection In The Entertainment Business

I was talking to a parent of a young actor one day and she mentioned that if she known how much rejection her child was going to face in the entertainment industry, she never would have taken him to his first audition.

The reality is that no one gets every part they audition for. In fact, most actors don’t get the majority of the roles they audition for. And while it can be difficult to endure, you must remember that it’s something that everyone in the industry goes through. You’re not alone, so don’t get discouraged!

Would you believe that the same parent I mentioned before later was overjoyed when her son booked a number of roles on major networks such as Nickelodeon and ABC. So you see, rejection doesn’t have to be a roadblock to your success. Instead, turn it into a learning experience.

It’s important not to dwell on what you did wrong. Often, you haven’t done anything wrong at all. Casting directors look for very specific things. You simply were right for that part at that time. It doesn’t mean that you won’t be right for the next opportunity. Stay positive!

Remaining positive is one of the biggest keys to success for any aspiring actor, dancer, singer or model. Keep your spirits up and carry your great attitude and determination to your next audition, and who knows, you just may book the role of your dreams sooner than you think.

Log on to the site today ( http://www.StarSearchCasting.com) for great audition opportunities. You never know what’s in store for you! Good luck!

HOW TO LAND A JOB IN HOLLYWOOD WITHOUT AN AGENT (Part 2)

One of the best parts about my job is hearing success stories from aspiring actors, singers, dancers and models whose hard work is paying off in the industry. Hardly a day goes by that I don’t hear or read about someone who’s finally getting a chance to go out on an audition, or someone who’s booked really huge role.

If you read yesterday’s blog, then you read all about Melina Rochelle and her new role in City Kid, the musical. Melina Rochelle is a singer and an actress and although she doesn’t have an agent, she’s been working hard and landing great opportunities in Hollywood. Yesterday she offered some really great tips that have helped her succeed in the industry. Here are a few more tips she had to share:

• “Always be prepared. If you’re a singer or an actor, always have a song or monologue that you can perform upon request. If you’re a dancer, have something prepared that showcases what you do best. If you’re a model, always have photos or composite cards on hand at all times.”

• “Don't wait around for someone to discover your talents. Showcase yourself. Whether it’s through your own production or talent showcase, get yourself out there. My sisters and I started our own production company and produced a musical that was reviewed in the LA Weekly and nominated for several awards.”

• “And last but not least, be sure to use the internet to your advantage. You can find really great information and opportunities on the web to help you further your career.”

Those are really great tips and I hope you find them to be useful. I also hope you’ll visit our site for auditions and casting notices and keep me posted on your achievements in the industry. Just this past week over 7.000 members on our site were contacted by casting directors and other industry professionals. You can get the same results!

I hope you’ll read my blog tomorrow when I share information about turning a new role into representation! Thanks for stopping by!