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Casting director Laurie Records talks about social media and what advice she would give to #actors who are trying to build out their social media:

“If you hate it, I would say then let it go. You do you. But if you have interest in it, be willing to put in the time, and that means daily or every othe...

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Casting director Laurie Records talks about social media and what advice she would give to #actors who are trying to build out their social media:

“If you hate it, I would say then let it go. You do you. But if you have interest in it, be willing to put in the time, and that means daily or every other day. You need to be active. I would put it on my to-do list. Dedicate a half an hour of your time to cultivating that. I think that consistency is key. Just make it part of what you are doing for your acting career today. It will take time. You are not going to be on everybody’s radar from the get-go. But if you enjoy it, it should be a little bit of fun for you and [it] can absolutely be helpful in some situations. So, take the time, put in the effort and think about what you’re doing. Be careful, don’t slap things up that you might regret later. Be thoughtful. Keep your actor social media account pristine and with a focus that is going to serve you as an actor.”

“As far as red flags I look for, clients care about offensive content. Stay away from extreme anything, whether it’s provocative photos, extreme political posts. I think that you can express how you feel politically, but it’s a danger zone. Staying civil is a good idea, and just staying away from crass, rude, crude stuff. You’re representing the brand in the end, that is how they’re looking at you. If you’re a known jerk online, that’s not going to work out for the brand.”

“Eventually, it will help you down the line. I think it’s worth the time.I would say, if social media is not your bag, stay off! Don’t have an Instagram account. It’s all right! But I believe that if you have interest in it, you will be rewarded. Follow other actors. Look and see what they are doing. That’s a great way to get some content ideas. Some people do it very well, so watch and mimic them. You’ll be different because you are you, but that way you’re not reinventing the wheel. Actors have come before you and done this social media thing quite well. Be a student of theirs, get some great ideas, and have fun. But keep it focused.

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You know, as actors we can often get into a zone where we are waiting for the roles to come to us, just lose napkins fluttering in the breeze waiting for some gust (booking) to sail us in some direction or another. Whether it's a soap or a blockbuster may not matter as long as we get to touch that special feeling that only exists when the camera is on and the stakes are high. While luck favours only a few, the rest are left out here with unrealized characters and our shoelaces tied together.

This happens all to often in Alberta, where I'm from. I'm sure it's not uncommon elsewhere either. Hundreds of talented and worthy actors don't get their shot because there is a stigma that actors from Alberta (or Demoine or Littlerock or wherever the f%&K are just bad. Want the truth? A ton of them are quite underwhelming. However, there are a few dozen stand out stars. People you will see on your screens in the decades to come.

I'm obviously biased but I believe I'm one of them. I think anyone with a dream needs to have a bit of that belief in them. I'm seasoned, I'm practiced, I've led a pilot, I've led multiple shorts, I've won awards and that's all great - yay for me! However, it all pales in comparison to what is about to transpire.

I'M DELIGHTED to share that I've recently received FUNDING (not through Stage32 connections) to produce and lead my first narrative pilot both behind and in front of the camera. Before you go ballistic about how impossible that might be, I assure you, it is not. This is not my first rodeo, just the first one I've owned outright. I'm thrilled to have the creative control and opportunity to truly show what I'm made of as an actor and television producer. We go to principal in Spring 2025 and release in Early 2026.

The story is a gritty 90s themed dark-crime with a touch of comedy sprinkled in that explores the darker side of overzealous religious control on youth and communities. The pilot is called, "The Are No Squirrels in Lethbridge. I co-wrote the screenplay with Just For Laughs comedian and my good friend Conner Christmas.

That's about all the details I can share at this time. If you want to stay up to date with what I'm up to you can find me at: @nick_bohle on Instagram. All of my activities are connected to that account.

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Stacy Arnell

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- Maurice Vaughan
4 months ago

I like in person better. They get to talk to you and give direction. It’s more personal.

Francis Cox

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- Abdusamad Shafiev
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I prefer to do auditions in person. I get direction and feedback from the casting agent. And I often get a sense of whether I've done a good audition (regardless of whether I book the job or not). It'...

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Aaron Marcus

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Thank you all for your great ideas and comments. I agree that getting information and notes from a casting director always gives us more to play with during an audition. And, I love doing self-tapes s...

Leanette Bailey

Honestly - it really all just depends on your location/region. As top agencies/production may not have much available or going on. If you're fortunate enough to live in a metro like L.A. NYC etc. then...

Thank you, Leanette. I saw your bio. Wow, you do so many different things. I agree. In some markets casting directors are allowing some people to audition in their studios. I also have been given the...

Suzanne Bronson

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Hey Jack, this is Suzanne from the Stage 32 team. I just wanted to let you know I moved your post from Your Stage to Acting, as it fits much better there. Let me know if you have any questions, and al...

Stephen Folker

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- Maurice Vaughan
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The clip around 1:15 with the emotional performance was the strongest part of your reel—really well done! Do you have any speaking dialogue from that scene? I’d love to see more of it. That said, the first couple of clips with the cursing felt a bit off-putting.

Jack Murphy

StarBound in Toledo, Ohio is great. It's not to far from Detroit.

You can go to SAG AFTRA Website and they will list the SAG franchised agencies

Maurice Vaughan

4 months ago

I was surprised to hear Andrew Garfield did some of his own stunts. Ashley Renee Smith. I know Jackie Chan did his own stunts, and Tom Cruise does his own, but I haven't heard of a lot of actors doing...

Hi Antonio, I really love your philosophy and the way you are going about entering the industry. You definitely want to subscribe to my free YouTube Channel. There are 500 + videos there for you to wa...

António Monfort

Thank you very much Aaron I will.

Aaron Marcus Email education@stage32.com

What he said.

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- Michele Lastella
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Thank you Suzanne. I have sent 3 emails to that address and never got a response. Honestly, I have been very surprised by this. Thank you so much for sharing this with me.

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"Follow other actors. Look and see what they are doing." "Mimic them." I love this advice. Thank you Tammy.

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- Maurice Vaughan
4 months ago

Thank you for sharing Aaron Marcus

You are very welcome Suzanne.

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Hi Aaron Marcus your Acting Tipps for Confidence are simple but very important and very helpful thanks for that.

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