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.

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!

CHOOSING AN AGENT: What’s the difference between a theatrical and a commercial agent?

Choosing an agent is a lot like choosing a hairstylist. Some stylists are really great at creative haircuts, while others might specialize in coloring - and some are great at both. As the client, you can decide to have more than one stylist, or pick one that can do it all.

It’s the same with choosing an agent. Did you know that many actors may have more than one agent? While some agencies are full service companies, representing a number of talents, many specialize in just one or a couple things.

The most common agents are theatrical and commercial. Theatrical agents specialize in booking their clients work on movies and television shows. Commercial agents specialize in booking their clients for commercials. If you research agents in your area, you will probably also find agents that specialize in voice-over, print, and dance.

When trying to find an agent it’s very important that you 1) determine your strengths as a performer and 2) know what the agents you’re submitting to specialize in. For example, if you’ve been told that you’d be really great in commercials, then you’ll want to invest your energy in finding a really great commercial agent.

Many aspiring actors mass mail their headshots and cover letters thinking that they’ll increase their chances of getting an agent if they send their packages to as many agents as possible. While that can be effective, it’s also very important that you make sure that the agents you’re submitting to can represent your strengths.

There are hundreds of agents in the Talent Resources section of our website. If you’re not sure what an agency specializes in you can look the up via the web or call their office and make an inquiry.

And don’t forget, if you’re looking for a referral, be sure post a message on our bulletin board. Another member may be able to offer direction when it comes to working with specific agencies.

If you’ve heard people talk about “pilot season” but you’re not really sure what the buzz is about, don’t miss tomorrows blog.