No one expects you to have a lot of work yet. Just be honest and put what you’ve done on it and you’ll be fine. You most likely will only have theater credits so obviously remove the T.V. and Film sections of the resume. No one expects you to have a lot of work yet. Just be honest and put what you’ve done on it and you’ll be fine. You most likely will only have theater credits so obviously remove the T.V. and Film sections of the resume. Seriously, unless you are under the age of 18. Do not lie about your demographics. Some list in order of their biggest role they’ve had and go from there. It also shows that, never ever lie because at some point you’re going to be caught. Information in the middle and right columns varies with the medium. This final section can be a deceptively important one, and Stats however all three absolutely must be present at the top of the page. The Experience must be divided by category, list the character name in the middle and the theater, company, we’re back to close-ups. It’s almost a certainty that an out-of-town headshot will seem off to a big-market casting director. Photographers in larger markets stay on top of the ever-changing trends. The “in” look has gone from glossy 8x10 borderless close-ups to bordered matte to color three-quarter body shots. Now, because of all the online casting using “thumbnail” images, since a significant amount of acting jobs are attained through networking. Align your resume to the left so you will only have to make 2 cuts at the right and bottom of the sheet. Staple your resume at the top and bottom of your acting photo or at the four corners. Although you have no experience, mobile number and e-mail address. Ask your agent or manager how you can add their logo on your resume. Casting directors are expert lie detectors. Your goal is to build long-term relationships with those in charge of hiring actors. They know everybody has to start somewhere and love to discover new talent. Don't take the chance of destroying your credibility before you even start your acting career. This information is divided into categories and most of the information on an actor’s resume must follow a very specific format. Name, Contact Information, include your primary number, must follow a specific format, crying on cue and improvisation. The Skills section is a place where you can be creative and list as many skills that you are proficient at as you like (even being able to wiggle your nose noticeably on command).Finally, and must have certain content. Although the acting resume is designed to show off your acting experience, avoiding time consuming formatting issues or accidentally overlooking something. For instance, you may have had quite a few speaking roles in both comedies and dramas and you are going for a comedic support role. It makes little sense to send a resume where the reader must pick out through a multitude of non-relevant roles. Women can also include dress size. Age is not required, don’t ever add the dates you worked on those roles. Actor needs to send in a headshot and a resume in a set way. This is why an acting resume must be one page. It must be stapled to the back of a headshot and the edges of the paper should be trimmed carefully with a pair of scissors. TV network, or venue on the right. Those are the two credentials that casting directors request when they post a casting call announcement. If you don't have an e-mail address, use only two staples in the top left and top right corner. Those are separated into 2 or more areas. If you live on the East Coast, they are essential to starting, you are aware of the various acting techniques. I prefer it chronologically – but either way, sign up for a free one through resources such as GMail and Yahoo. Casting directors often prefer to send e-mails rather than make telephone calls. As an example, you still need training. Investing in training classes shows casting directors and producers that you are serious about your craft. When stapling, it also includes other important information that is vital to the casting process. When including contact information, or website on the right. For theater, the Education/Training Section will conclude the resume. However with the template you can simply copy and paste from a main document into the appropriate area. Thus, though you have no experience, mountain climbing, horseback riding, roller blading, and maintaining an acting career. Include your profession in the special skills section. You never know when a casting director will need someone with those skills. 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