My name is Jonathan Parker and I'm the Founder of Star Search Casting ( http://StarSearchCasting.com ). Back in 1998, after working in the entertainment industry for a number of years as a talent scout, I became aware of so many individuals with tremendous potential that just weren’t getting the exposure they needed to succeed. That’s when I first conceived of Star Search Casting as a way to help people be “discovered” by getting their faces and resumes in front of thousands of entertainment professionals who were in the position to hire them. Years in development, Star Search Casting became not only the most sophisticated casting site with the most advanced search engine, talent database, and tools to help you get maximum exposure, it also became the number one site where industry professionals go to find new talent!! I can’t tell you how absolutely thrilled I am that SSC has achieved the goal I had in mind when it was originally created!
One of the best parts about my job is hearing success stories from aspiring actors, singers, dancers and models whose hard work is paying off in the industry. Hardly a day goes by that I don't hear or read about someone who's finally getting a chance to go out on an audition, or someone who's booked really huge role.
If you read yesterday's blog, then you read all about Melina Rochelle and her new role in City Kid, the musical. Melina Rochelle is a singer and an actress and although she doesn't have an agent, she's been working hard and landing great opportunities in Hollywood. Yesterday she offered some really great tips that have helped her succeed in the industry. Here are a few more tips she had to share:
- "Always be prepared. If you're a singer or an actor, always have a song or monologue that you can perform upon request. If you're a dancer, have something prepared that showcases what you do best. If you're a model, always have photos or composite cards on hand at all times."
- "Don't wait around for someone to discover your talents. Showcase yourself. Whether it's through your own production or talent showcase, get yourself out there. My sisters and I started our own production company and produced a musical that was reviewed in the LA Weekly and nominated for several awards."
- "And last but not least, be sure to use the internet to your advantage. You can find really great information and opportunities on the web to help you further your career."
Those are really great tips and I hope you find them to be useful. I also hope you'll visit our
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in the industry. Just this past week over 7.000
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I hope you'll read my blog tomorrow when I share information about turning a new role into representation! Thanks for stopping by!
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