The role is to read for a North American ad market with a standard North American accent with no noticeable dialect. All genders welcome to read for this role.

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Join the cast of a feature film for a major streaming service. “Boyfriends” is a funny and raw story about two high school boys who fall in love before they know what to do with it. The production ...

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SAG-AFTRA ratified its latest TV/Theatrical Agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers in November 2023, following almost four months of striking and intense negotiations.

What do Addison Rae, King Bach, and Liza Koshy have in common? These now-mainstream stars all came to fame as social media influencers. Let’s explore what exactly a social media influencer is, what ...

Method acting is a style of performance that urges actors to embody their characters thoroughly—not just while onstage or on set, but often extending into their everyday lives. The technique, ...

Creating a résumé as an actor can be a source of unnecessary stress. After all, it can feel like the wrong choice might make or break your chance at nabbing a dream role. Luckily, we’ve broken down ...

If you’re a screenwriter, or aspiring to become one, you’ve likely heard of the Writers Guild of America (WGA). The union is the loudest, most persistent voice in Hollywood trying to keep the art of ...

Making it as an actor takes innate talent, the right connections, a smidgen of luck, and knowledge of the craft. While some attain formal education in the pursuit of stardom, those in the know agree ...