Audition Tips | How To Make The Casting Director Remember You

[@cgreen6369]

Amy this is dead on! I've had generals with two casting directors and in both cases, I had a great, FUN conversation that had little to do with my credits. In fact, I learned that one of the casting directors grew up on the same block as my mother! He was so blown away (as I was, too) that he followed up with an email asking further questions about it. And yes, he has called me in for auditions since then.

[@TipsOnActing]

Amazing!

[@Calucifer13]

What I appreciate ybout you is, that you are always so kind and positive.

[@cleeos3513]

I cant seem to stop watching these videos. My first audition in front of a director i got the part in a major stage production. I didnt know enough to try to impress anyone. A nervous wreck, but i made it through. Thanks for posting. I'm following all.

[@freddylrobinson3751]

Great to know!

[@lar9465]

What you shared in this video is the reason I'm even considering acting. My son took a "look here" photo of me and I used it as my f.b. profile picture. Suddenly out of nowhere I've had more interest than I ever thought possible. Talking with people isn't hard if you are yourself, it's when you try to be something you are not it becomes a challenge. Thank you for confirming what I already suspected.

[@Sayingthings]

I like that. Something as simple as being yourself is hard and sometimes uncommon. Good reminder. Thanks for the advice Amy!

[@Calucifer13]

And GENUINE. You don´t act it. I am not flattering you. I mean it. Lots of Americans are acting without really being actors, you know. Mostly acting BEING HAPPY when they are not. I hate that, but most Westerners do that, and I think that the western society kind of DEMANDS it, and thus keeps on making pressure on you guys. We Easterners, are quite the opposite - which is bad, too. I think that being and STAYING yourself is always good. And you ARE genuine. I appreciate it. Really.

[@gelsominavisconti88008]

Amy, I really like you with your simplicity. Once I was chatting with a sculptor and he stated that in art the job is about removing and not adding.

[@TipsOnActing]

Of course! Thanks for watching, Mary!

[@jeffro88ion]

Thank you Amy! Just watched this & another video you did on attracting Casting Directors. Great tips!

[@MikeSmithComedian]

Just be you! Translation: They have no idea.

[@joelenewolfe9500]

A great test simple suggestion we sometimes forget! Thanks

[@ginnycipolla9028]

This was great…totally new "light" for me on the subject of auditioning….thanks again Amy!

[@sherryrichelle]

Thank you, Amy Jo!

[@TipsOnActing]

You are welcome Sherry :)

[@elevenand95]

It's my pleasure! I make sure that I watch all your videos. I'm so pleased to be part of your mailing lists!

[@olduser2235]

Good advice Amy Jo, by the way I really like your smile in your videos it's so sincere and pretty and AGH! Lol sorry about that, again, Love your tips!

[@pampaulson8032]

Thank you Amy. This is a simple, refreshing and challenging thing to do because it requires that I believe I am enough, have something valuable to share and just to be willing to be open about who I am. I find it interesting that life doesn't require this kind if honesty but acting does:)

[@Love-sr3nk]

Thank you for sharing this with the world. I've been watching alot of your videos, and this one gave me the "a-ha" moment! I've been rehearsing answers to "tell me about yourself", and this video helped clarify what I'm going to say. AWESOME!!! Be yourself, cause everybody else is already taken. YOU ARE UNIQUE....ALL OF YOU! Best of luck to you and all who watch these videos. 1♡

[@2kosher]

Once again, great advice, Amy Jo! Like I always tell my acting students, the dirty little secret about acting is ... just being yourself. Sounds easy, but it's the HARDEST thing to do!

[@Mitsuriplaystoomuch]

I have a workshop on Saturday with a casting director and I need to audition. I am so nervous and this really helped! Thank you

[@JuliaParker]

What a great reminder, Amy Jo!

[@TenaIsakson]

I really liked this; its better to be yourself then having to feel like you have to jump through hoops and make impression that at times may not be impressive

[@pibproductions]

Now that's the kind of stuff I needed to hear...simple wisdom..."be yourself"! Thanks Amy Jo!

[@maryriitano]

Being seen, one of the toughest fears I've had to get through.Thanks for the video, very helpful and encouraging.

[@lindajmartin3045]

Thank you...needed to hear that. "Be seen in 2014".

[@TipsOnActing]

YES!

[@arlindamorris7422]

I love your tips and always look forward to learning what you have to share.

[@TipsOnActing]

Thank you Arlinda!

[@aj2entertain]

So good, I think it's very freeing to just be you, I always tell my kids to you do you and just be you!!!!

[@LanceJDanks]

Great tip, thanks Amy

[@TipsOnActing]

:-)

[@simplykishaallure]

The best advice to take into the new year! !!!!

[@GaryJamesdaddy60]

Thank you Amy

[@sabrinat7020]

Thank you Amy love your tips..

[@fish98ful]

Do you do any workshops at all?

[@elevenand95]

Thank you Amy for all the tips!

[@ChelseaGilson]

You are amazing, so grateful for all of your videos.

[@Jauntle]

Only be me! Great!

[@sonjabyrd5699]

Love this...thanks. Very helpful!

[@wing2ply]

Thanks Amy for all you do!

[@TipsOnActing]

Of course!

[@JosephGrouse]

A good memory to acting

[@vanessaulibarri9270]

Thanks Amy, Great advise!!

[@mercedeecooper9065]

I love your channel. It is so helpful!

[@PreetamGanguly]

well, am about to give my first audition ....and , you make me feel so good about it... thanks a lot...

[@TipsOnActing]

Awesome! Hope it went well!

[@PreetamGanguly]

it worked great...thankyou so much..... looking ahead...

[@TipsOnActing]

So glad to hear this!! Congrats :D

[@hilarysophiajtv-channel6618]

I do find it helpfull!!! I find myself in what you explain...thanks thanks thanksssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MarianMarquez]

THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS HELPED ME IN SO MANY WAYS!! GOD BLESS!!

[@baronbe83]

great tip Amy but just a thought, should I submit headshots to every agency I can google or stay local within N Carolina?

[@THICKNESSXXX]

Thank you Amy Jo Berman! :)

[@TipsOnActing]

Your are welcome Kenny!

[@goofylime1]

do you do private lessons for acting?

[@cynthiawebb-manly1333]

Thanks for this tidbit, just recently had a stage audition for a role in a new play (it's in development). First time I had a chance to just chit chat with the director and playwright as well as other members of the creative team. It was a little unsettling initially. I realized this was their attempt to get to know something about me. I was asked about sining abilities and wasn't sure this was part of the role or not. (I am an actor who can carry a tune). I mentioned that I was not a belter, it wasn't my strongest asset and that just because I am a full figured actor of color doesn't mean I can sing. We all had a chuckle and he shared info about an actor he recently worked with who had two left feet but sang like an opera star. I think all actors try too hard with trying to impress. I haven't heard back about the audition but realize it is still early. Keeping my fingers crossed and trying to remember to just be me!

[@MANNMACHENPRITCHARD]

Thank you Amy! You are amazing!

[@mueenjahanahmad]

awesome

[@Jaclyn_Lizzi]

Great advice, thank you!

[@rmb247365]

I thinks the problem with most actors is that they try to hard to make an impression and that clouds there ability to just be themselves

[@TipsOnActing]

So glad!

[@TipsOnActing]

Thanks Jeff!

[@MMSanchezNY]

Thanks Amy! Ironic how being "oneself" can be so difficult.

[@brooklynboyboy]

So true

[@TipsOnActing]

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[@TipsOnActing]

Awesome!!

[@katc2354]

Yes just be yourself this is me I need work looking for a job please help

[@bamtanrobin1413]

how should I address the casting director when I walk in and what do I say to draw them in to want to know more about me before I audtion

[@JeremySaville]

Great advice Amy. Though wouldn't it be more memorable if I came in and was Tom Cruise?

[@DaReelMJ713]

I'm auditioning to be a NBA mascot now very nervous but this helped

[@alexmarshall9681]

I have a unique look, it's a blessing and a curse (if you look at it that way). I have to be myself, I'm not the look that lends itself to the Ward Cleaver roles. If I get tapped for a self tape from Actors Access for that type of role I take that as they are not married to that vision so be me, I probably wouldn't get it anyway so why not be me. Thank you again for all you do.

[@Whydidisayit]

Honestly the hard thing is that sometimes it's harder to talk about your self than other people. With the nerves sometimes you might not be who you really want to be which is yourself because of trying to win the part.

[@alizablanco1193]

thank you ate amy:) nice tip:))

[@TravelWithTea8]

Do you think it is possible to start at an acting school in US even though I don't speak fluently english? I'm from Sweden btw.

[@tameramin7615]

Hi I have the first casting in my life in view days can you tel my what I have to do plz answer me thanks

[@domeniclarosa6156]

Great videos Amy! Does an actor who auditions name ever leave a lasting impression..for instance where you think back and say to your colleague "remember that guy with that quirky/original name". Just curious if the actor can benefit from that in any way. Again love the videos, keep em coming! Thanks.

[@jasminabasic007]

I find it so hard to be myself especially because it is so intimidating sometimes. I have met some really harsh directors and producers and I couldn't identify whether or not they did that to see if we had tough skin, or if they truly hated all of humanity. Do you think maybe you could post something about that (if you have already, please disregard this comment as I have yet to discover all of your videos...been watching and re-watching for the past 2 hours and taking notes on everything!)

[@elliart7432]

OK, this sounds like a really weird question, but could being too enthusiastic and hyper cost me the audition? Not in my actual audition or anything, just before and while doing the games after (It was a small high school audition.) I swear I wasn't putting on a show, I was just really excited to be there! I'm sorry for rambling, but only five people are going to get in and I'm not an upperclassman, so I'm really nervous.

[@Calucifer13]

I thougt you´re gonna say this before I even opened the video, Amy :-) Thanks. It was a great confirmation, tho.

[@jamesharris37]

I am myself!

[@lilliantowne]

When i enter the room, how should i address the people in the room?

[@fsarealestateinvestmentsof8707]

It's really just easier to be yourself.

[@mijocee9084]

Hi Amy! I really wanted to become an actor and i am having a trouble to find an auditions...Can i ask where/how to find an audition or is there a safe website you know where i can find an audition OR where I can just submit my photos/resumes for free...Thank you! I love your video and i really want to become successful... :D :D :D

[@MyMOBrien]

Thanks for this. :)

[@sunnyshine6876]

I am so confused, Stuart Aikins said the exact opposite in the video Advice to actors (what stands out)

[@lukassparks2392]

what wold they ask you at a audition ?

[@trey_dizzle5513]

Would it be OK to walk in and pretend to get an embarrassing, but short phone call from mom. *phone vibrates loudly* "mom I'm auditioning right now! " holds phone down "I'm so sorry" "mom I have to go" *rolls eyes* "I'll clean my room when I get home, you're embarrassing me!" I just thought it would be funny, but also showcase my sense of humor and acting or would that be a bad idea?

[@kimw8056]

Trey_Dizzle Yes, that would be a *horrible* idea. You wouldn't be seen as professional, you're wasting their time waiting for you to do your audition. Time is money. That's not a very funny scenario, you'd come off as lazy, as someone that doesn't listen and a slob since your room isn't clean. Their thinking would be, "If they won't listen to their mom they probably won't listen to a director either." Just be yourself, and do what needs to be done in the audition, there will be other opportunities to showcase your sense of humor.

[@victoriacaine7040]

I would never advise doing this, it would show them that you are a totally green actor and they wouldn't call you back in. Seasoned actors go on (at least) one audition per day, they show up, do their work, and move on to the next one. Hope that helps!

[@juliecrawford3267]

All I know how to be is ...me..thanks Amy

[@TipsOnActing]

Awesome Julie

[@issraafarage984]

So, very true. Its like saying your fake. I guess people do this because people are afraid to show their true colors. But, if you think about that, its like saying might as well put a bag over your head. They see the face so they expect a total unique voice or attitude that best fits it. You know. And if I like seem like lets say a gurly girl and I go in and start shouting YO YO YO WAZ UP G! obviously, they would be like what the heck? But it is funny I say this cause I tend to act a little different, as I may of commented on your other post if you remember. But, I'm not like over the roof top, trying be a top notch. And I tend to get worried mostly on my audition moreover then what they would think of me as a person. But I could defiantly say a positive attitude is the way to go. And a smile :->

[@TipsOnActing]

LOL that would be funny

[@AndrewFord]

issraa farage Just go in with confidence performing as you really would without pre thought -be in the moment as if you were demostarting to YOUR student and they will recognize that- paying attention to what your doing and the rest is up to the casting director

[@taylersharbono3524]

Hello Amy! My name is Tayler and I am very interested in entering the acting field. I do have some questions is there any way we can set up a Skype apt. Or some kind where I can talk to you and get some advice one on one? Please let me know thank you!

[@TipsOnActing]

Hi Tayler, sorry I'm just now getting to you on this. You can email my assistant at [e-mail] and she can help you set up an appointment!

[@TipsOnActing]

!!

[@abrowning410]

hi im a time traveler

[@JosephGrouse]

Talk to the casting director I talk about the sitter at it

[@CinematicComics]

i'm always me but they always seem to prefer someone more phony.

[@karlaportillo9470]

observe the masses, and do the opposite ;)

[@TipsOnActing]

:-)

[@TipsOnActing]

Thanks Julia!

[@TipsOnActing]

Thank YOU Gary!

[@TipsOnActing]

:-)