Acting Tips

What I Learned From My First Time Behind the Casting Table

After three years of auditioning for other people's projects, I finally produced my own short film and sat on the other side of the casting table. Here is what I learned watching auditions instead of giving them, the good and the bad.

September 16, 2026

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I Built an App for Actors

SceneReady is a comprehensive toolkit for actors, developed to streamline audition preparation with ten integrated features including an AI scene partner, teleprompter, and monologue library. Priced at $0.99 with no subscription, it aims to simplify actors' prep processes while being affordable. Future updates include networking and feedback tools.

February 17, 2026

Acting Tips

One Class I Recommend to All Actors

I recommend that all actors and aspiring actors take acting classes. I actually wrote a post about it here. I also wrote a post this...

October 16, 2023

Acting Tips

Streamlining Your Self-Tape Audition Process: Tips, Tricks, and Equipment

The user shares their audition process, involving setting up a self-tape room equipped with Canon EOS Rebel SL3 camera and RØDE microphone on a tripod, lighting arrangement, and iPad as a teleprompter. They prefer preparing for auditions by understanding the character, choosing appropriate attire and hairstyles, and doing a maximum of three takes with an actor friend. Final steps include slating in one go, editing using iMovie on a Mac and diligently rechecking the recorded audition before submission.

October 11, 2023

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The Real Cost of Launching Your Acting Career: A Detailed Breakdown

Embarking on an acting career comes with considerable initial expenses. These include acting classes, professional headshots, profiles on major casting sites, self-taping equipment or studio space, and miscellaneous costs such as transportation and wardrobe for roles. Based on personal experience, these essential investments often exceed any initial income from acting opportunities.

June 29, 2023