Ernest Romeo: Actor in New York City, New York.

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I wanted to share my thoughts on Reels, gained from decades of Acting, Casting and Representing Artist. ~ "What makes a good reel?" The answer is simple… once explained. Your reel should start and end on you! Again… on YOU! The TRT (Total Running Time) should be around 3 minutes and never over 5. Also list it on the cover (TRT: 3:26) Along with you name, face and contact info. Same info should be viewable on the reel. Why lose a part because we lost your DVD cover? Think it goes without saying that we need your contact info to reach you? Then you have never worked in casting. We get reels and resumes daily with no contact info. Do not cloud it up with a lot of actors and try to make the majority of you scenes with the opposite gender. We want to see how you connect with your co-stars but you do not want us confusing whose reel it is. Start with your best work at the top. Don’t count on the entire reel being watched, especially if you did not grab our attention at the beginning. And if we want to see more, that is a good thing. We’ll call you in. You may consider “flying in” the shows title but not as necessary with “Branding”, (the annoying little logo at the bottom of most every show tells us that this actually aired.) Don’t be afraid to edit! The scene does not need to play out till the end, especially when it drives up the time, does not add to the piece as a whole and ends on an actor other than you. If yours is an online real, be damn sure it is free of any and all viruses, spyware and the like. Crashing a Casting Directors computer is not a good career move. It may generate a phone call, but not one you would ever want to receive. Variety is ideal, but quality is more important. Better to have a short reel or even no reel, than to have one of poor quality. It comes down to the rule of first impressions. And quality includes the sound as well as the picture. You may shoot some scenes for you reel but be sure they look, and sound professional. As in one cannot tell that it did not come from a quality film or series. Music at the beginning can be used with the same music at the end to pull it all together. When in doubt error on the side of less is more. And as always your reel, picture, resume, and any other Industry Calling Card, should be above all else – Professional!

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Ernest Romeo Film Acting Reel 2013

My film reel

I’ve been writing for more than 20 years. I’ve completed dozens scripts both short and feature length. A number of the shorts have been produced and several of the features are currently in development. I have also had the chance to work for hire on several feature length screenplays. I’ve written a...

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Chris Fosselman

10 years ago

Thanks for posting this. I'm redoing my reel and trying to figure out the best way to do it. I have scenes with Steven Baldwin, Sam Rockwell, Kevin Sorbo and Terry Kiser. I have scenes with really lon...

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Ernest Romeo

Most agents recognize their candidate in the first 10 seconds. If they watch it longer than 1 minute you got them.

Michelle Romano

Thanks for the info. Looking to put a reel together soon and this will be so helpful.

Brenda Iovino

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- Ernest Romeo
10 years ago

Ernest do you do theatre? If so take a look: http://dreamartsproductions.com/what-have-we-done.html Namaste

Yes I do. I love theater Brenda. You have a very impressive body of work. If you think that you might be interested in me ? Take a look at my IMBd credits. I also have 2 reels TV and Film, posted ther...

Karl Heyliger

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- Karl Heyliger
- Ernest Romeo
10 years ago

Hello, Ernest. That's what I'm talking about! I got into social media a couple years ago. My first mistake was to fill up my contacts with random people and miss the networking aspect. On Stage 32 I a...

Stage 32 Staff - Julie

Welcome Ernest and hello Karl! Stage 32 will be what you make of it. Some people like large networks, some like to keep them small. Whatever your choice is, just know that you are in a like-minded and...

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Joe Santiago

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- Shanghai Jack Neal
6 years ago

Check with your local SAG for a list of certified agents and fee schedule. Also ask for references, your agent must provide you with sources he or she works with.

Shanghai Jack Neal

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- Tania Marino
- Jacob Buterbaugh
6 years ago

Invest in your social media brand & build it up with amazing insights - I know a few Youtubers that have new acting films out because of their subscriber base... This is key in today's world... You ca...

Shannon Tharp

6 years ago

I'd check with the sag as well but I would also check to see who this person or organization is networked with. Once you find out ask yourself is it worth 20%. if it is then go for it.

Sylvia Marie Llewellyn

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- Eve Morton
- Richard "RB" Botto
11 years ago

Exactly Eve... and just be yourself and enjoy.

Yasmin Neal

11 years ago

so you pitched this weekend? this past weekend?

CJ Critt

Sure did.

Amanda Toney

It's great to have you as an active member of Stage 32, Anghus! You're so talented- I'd love to see you more active in the lounge and giving advice to the community. I'm sure there are many who could learn a lot from you! Best wishes.

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- Norman Ray Fitts
11 years ago

Everything you do...it's amazing! I love that you are giving back to the community with your talent as well. It's great to have you as a member Norman!