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I submitted to the Deloitte casting call on Actor's Access after I read that they were looking for a Steve Ioki type that was an artist (not DJ) for the role. I had been told I looked like Steve at least a half a dozen times since I grew my hair out (I don't see … Continue reading Deloitte: My 3rd Commercial Booking
The author successfully submitted a commercial audition within the 48-hour timeframe. Despite favoring early submissions, they completed the action-based audition the night before. Receiving a callback email just two hours prior to the deadline, they pondered whether later auditions were considered. Ultimately, their early submission resulted in a callback.
A friend struggling with self-sabotage sought my motivation secret outside the film industry. My approach is using fear as a motivator, rooted in my fear of being ordinary since my teenage years. This fear has driven my life decisions, from traveling to starting a business. Losing my job in 2022 pushed me to pursue my acting dream, fueled by the fear of regret.
An aspiring actor connected with a photographer through Facebook, leading to a collaborative character portrait photo shoot. Months of planning and preparation resulted in a successful 9-hour shoot, producing striking images of five unique characters. The final edits will be used to enhance the actor's professional portfolio and aid in pitching for future roles.
The author recently auditioned for a co-star role in a series filming in Atlanta. They received an "avail check," which in the industry, is a message asking if the actor is available for a specific day, indicating they are a top choice for the role. They might find out within a few days whether they got the role or not.
Simon Shih 