A promising opportunity arose when the actor received an email about auditioning for a lead role in a Netflix series in New Zealand, starring Florence Pugh. The audition preparation was intense, but the significance lies in being considered for such a prestigious project and being noticed by renowned industry figures, regardless of the outcome.
An actor friend came over for a big audition, supposedly for a Tim Story project starring Charlize Theron. However, the casting call was suspicious - Story typically doesn't post on Facebook. It turned out to be a scam, as the same call was detected a year ago. Legitimate projects usually go through casting agencies, and personal information shouldn't be needed for flight estimates.
The casting process in the film and TV industry typically includes several stages post-an actor's audition: initial auditions, callbacks, chemistry tests, director/producer meetings, final selection, offering contracts, negotiations, and final contract signing. However, the process can vary, depending on the project and the size of the role. After an audition, if actors aren't booked or receive a callback, they won't hear back from casting.
Posting for casting calls portrays actors as amateurs and isn't a viable strategy. Instead, platforms like Actor’s Access, Backstage, Casting Networks and Facebook Groups are recommended for finding auditions. Networking and having professional links also save time while applying. The actor should be willing to do the legwork and sift through possibilities.
Simon Shih 