In Perpetuity

I see more and more commercial casting calls that are “In Perpetuity”. For example, the commercial pays 500 dollars a day with a 1000 dollar buyout in perpetuity, Now what that means is they are allowed to use your likeness in that commercial forever. FOREVER. Now the money might be good and you might not care , … Continue reading In Perpetuity →

Commercial Casting Calls: The Perpetuity Clause and Conflicts of Interest

Increasing commercial casting calls are "In Perpetuity", meaning your likeness can be used indefinitely without further payment. This can lead to conflicts of interest. For instance, if involved in a bank commercial, a competing bank might consider this a conflict, potentially hindering future opportunities. Beware of implications before agreeing.

Finding Acting Roles Dos and Don’ts

More than a couple people have asked me for roles in projects I might have coming up. There is a way to find acting roles and there is not a way to find acting roles. This post covers both. I'm sure most people who want to get into acting know this but for the few … Continue reading Finding Acting Roles Dos and Don’ts →

The Do’s and Don’ts of Finding Acting Roles

The process of landing an acting role doesn't solely rely on asking for it, which is often off-putting. Instead, aspiring actors must apply for auditions and impress casting directors with their performance. Recommended actions include joining casting websites and film production groups, and networking with industry professionals, without directly soliciting for roles.