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How To Secure Your Future On The Stage

mrjpcool — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:46:00 -0400

If you’ve ever followed the work of theater directors, you may notice that they often work with many of the same actors repeatedly. Whether you’re an actor, dancer, singer or model, it’s important to remember that cultivating relationships with decision makers in the entertainment industry is paramount to career longevity. If a successful director takes a liking to you, that could mean steady work for you for years to come. Tagged by mrjpcool under Jonathan Parker, theater, Star Search Casting, entertainment industry, starsearchcasting, SSC, Elite Casting Network, theater directors, elitecastingnetwork, rehearsal, ECN, EliteCastingNetwork.com, starsearchcasting.com, casting calls, auditions, child mo,

Scam Watch – Fatal Photo Shoots

mrjpcool — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 07:40:00 -0400

In 1992, 21-year old model Kimberly Pandelios told her husband that she was meeting with a photographer. However the man who’d led her to believe he was a photographer was actually a registered sex offender who lured Pandelios into the Angeles National Forest where he sexually assaulted and killed her. Tagged by mrjpcool under Jonathan Parker, Star Search Casting, starsearchcasting, SSC, Elite Casting Network, elitecastingnetwork, ECN, EliteCastingNetwork.com, starsearchcasting.com, casting calls, auditions, child modeling, casting notices, Disney auditions, child auditions, tee,

StarSearchCasting.com Web Pages Now Available in 25 Languages

mrjpcool — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:39:00 -0400

Catering to its nearly 266,000 members located on six continents, Star Search Casting uses Google gadgets to help its growing number of international users translate web pages instantly. Tagged by mrjpcool under Jonathan Parker, Star Search Casting, starsearchcasting, SSC, Elite Casting Network, elitecastingnetwork, ECN, EliteCastingNetwork.com, starsearchcasting.com, casting calls, auditions, child modeling, casting notices, Disney auditions, child auditions, tee,

EliteCastingNetwork.com offers Casting Calls & Auditions & baby modeling, child modeling, teen modeling, child acting

mrjpcool — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 03:14:00 -0400

EliteCastingNetwork.com is the premier social networking site for the Entertainment Business. Elite Casting Network offers a talent database, used by Casting Directors, Agents, & other Entertainment Industry Professionals, to find Actors, Models, Singers, Dancers, & all other types of talent for projects they are casting. Talent can also find Auditions & Casting Calls, get a FREE online portfolio, write blogs, create free photo albums, network with other talent & entertainment professionals, & learn about the entertainment business in our community forums. Tagged by mrjpcool under EliteCastingNetwork.com, Disney auditions, Disney casting calls, child acting, child modeling, baby modeling, Hannah Montana auditions, teen auditions, teen casting calls, acting auditions, modeling auditions, tv auditions, acting casting calls, modeling c,

How To Get The Attention Of New Designers Pt 2.

mrjpcool — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:23:00 -0400

For expert advice, we interviewed Ivory Narvell, founder of the Miss Spokesmodel International modeling competition and designer of ReignSuit, a new line of swimwear launching this year. Ivory Narvell has worked with lots of models, including Dani Evans from America’s Next Top Model and was more than happy to give our members and us the scoop on how they can grab the attention of new designers. Tagged by mrjpcool under Jonathan Parker, Star Search Casting, starsearchcasting, SSC, Elite Casting Network, elitecastingnetwork, ECN, EliteCastingNetwork.com, starsearchcasting.com, casting calls, auditions, child modeling, casting notices, Disney auditions, child auditions, tee,

StarSearchCasting.com

mrjpcool — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 01:26:00 -0400

While you may have to have quite a bit of experience (or a lucky break) before you’re able to land a job modeling major fashion brands like Gucci or Calvin Klein, there are tons of new designers out there who are looking for models just like you. Tagged by mrjpcool under Jonathan Parker, Star Search Casting, starsearchcasting, SSC, Elite Casting Network, elitecastingnetwork, ECN, www.EliteCastingNetwork.com, www.elitecastingnetwork.com, casting calls, auditions, child modeling, casting notices, Disney auditions, child audi,

Scam Watch: Trusting Your Instincts

mrjpcool — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:08:00 -0400

Recently we discovered a scammer who claimed to be from an agency called the 29th Ave W Group. He said that he was recruiting models for an upcoming modeling competition. When we used Google to research the modeling competition and the agency, there were no websites to confirm the legitimacy of the agency or the competition. When we called the phone number he provided, it was an answering service that doubled as a fax, and made no mention of the agency or the competition. Lastly, while the scammer claimed to be from Washington D.C., we later learned that he was actually in Nigeria based on his IP address. While we often use the Internet or other sources to investigate possible scams, sometimes weâre simply able to detect a scam based on our instincts. Perhaps the wording in the email seems suspicious. Or maybe the tone causes us to question the validity of the offer. But for many of us, our instincts can be our best defense in protecting us from both online and offline scams. That being said, itâs very important that we trust them. Last year, the Better Business Bureau received 46 complaints from aspiring models and their parents who had been targeted by A New Concept Modeling and Acting Centre. While many of the victims later said that their instincts told them not to sign with the agency, they still allowed themselves to be pressured into the scam. Some of the allegations against the agency included: Charging models more than $2000 for headshots they never receivedHigh-pressure sales tacticsAsking models to sign contracts and not providing them with copies of what they had signedThough the agency promised them work, the models didnât receive any calls, auditions or jobs after investing thousands of dollars in the scam. If you come across an email, newspaper ad, or even a talent scout in the mall and you get a âfunny feelingâ that somethingâs not right â donât be so quick to dismiss it. Had many of the aspiring models targeted by A New Concept Modeling and Acting Centre relied on their instincts, they would have saved themselves a lot of money and a lot of heartache. For more information about the latest scams and how to avoid them, log in to http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today and check out our Scam Watch. Tagged by mrjpcool under recording industry label contacts, booking entertainment, aspiring models, audition notices, print modeling, female vocalists, versatile, child talent agent, online portfolio, entertainment casting,

Scam Alert: The Name Game

mrjpcool — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 06:51:00 -0400

When weâre investigating recent scam activity, we often find that new scams are really just revised emails that are being circulated by the same scammers over and over, simply using a different name. Many parents are discovering that this same tactic is used by agencies offline as well. More and more parents are learning that companies who have been investigated for fraudulent activity are now changing the names of their companies to avoid detection. This tactic now requires parents who are researching reputable opportunities for their child actors, models, dancers and singers to dig even deeper to make sure that the agencies and industry professionals that they work with truly have their childrenâs best interest at heart. StudioKidz was an agency in California that recruited children for acting jobs, often in stores such as Wal-Mart and Target.� The agency was accused of charging exorbitant fees for classes and training. Later it was discovered that the agency didnât have a license and therefore was never able to legally book acting jobs for any of their clients. When parents began to report the agency to consumer action agencies, the owners decided to change their name to TVKidz so that parents who looked them up online wouldnât come across the large number of complaints that had been filed against them. However, it wasnât long before parents begin to discover that TVKidz was the same agency as StudioKidz, which prompted the owner to change the name of the company again to CommercialKidz. Additionally, she even changed her own name. A watchdog group who has been following the agencyâs activities has now found information that suggests the owner may even have a previous criminal record. So you see, you can never be too careful when it comes to researching agencies or industry professionals who have expressed an interest in you or your children. Itâs unfortunate that there are so many individuals out there that lay in wait to take advantage of those new to the industry. However itâs important that instead of being discouraged, that we simply do our homework each and every time and stay focused on our goals. Be sure to log in to http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com each day to review our Scam Alert. We will continue to keep you posted on the latest scam information affecting the entertainment industry, as well as strategies you can use to make sure you donât become a victim. How to Get Cast in the Role of a Lifetime Tagged by mrjpcool under Reality Television Auditions, Acting Database, dance audition, modeling agent, casting agents, data modeling, entertainment industry, model photographer, elite modeling, casting director, acting audition for kid, commercial audition, theater audition, casting notice, female vocalists, casting notices, kid actors, vocalist,

Banking On Commercials

mrjpcool — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 04:38:00 -0500

While television and film roles are exciting, commercials are great opportunities for actors as well. In fact, commercials can be extremely lucrative, especially if youâve booked a major, highly recognizable brand such as McDonalds, Apple or Target. Once you book a commercial, there are a number of fees that you must be paid. A session fee is the amount of money that youâre paid for the day or time that you work on the commercial. This amount is regulated by the unions (SAG, AFTRA, etc.) and varies based on your role in the commercial. Youâll also receive residual payments â this term is thrown around in the industry a lot. Every thirteen weeks that the commercial runs, you will receive a holding fee (or residual payment) equivalent to the session fee that you were originally paid. The idea of the holding fee originated when executives decided that they didnât want actors in their commercials also appearing in competitorsâ commercials. So by âholdingâ the actor with the holding fee, the actor in a Pizza Hut commercials could not simultaneously appear in a commercial for Dominos or Papa Johns. Additionally, residual payments are also made based on how often the commercial runs during those thirteen-week periods. This is referred to as a use fee. The use fee is determined based on how often the commercial airs, the markets (or cities) that it runs in and on which networks it appears. If your commercial is apart of a large campaign and runs often on network and cable stations nationwide during peak hours, like primetime, this can mean a huge payoff for you. For one or two days of work, you could eventually make several thousand dollars. Voiceovers for commercials for major brands alone can be a six-figure career. Often major brands choose one person to serve as the voice for all of their commercials.Â This is a major opportunity and the audition process can be lengthy. After your first audition, you may be required to tape demo commercials (which youâll be paid for) just so the decision makers can be certain that your voice is the right fit to advertise their brand. Want to make your big break in commercials? Visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.comcasting opportunities. today to search for television and commercial casting opportunities. Tagged by mrjpcool under Commercial Audition, Entertainment Center, Los Angeles, Hollywood, Talent Agency, Asian Model, Bikini Model, Actor,

Labor Laws For Child And Teen Actors

mrjpcool — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 06:21:00 -0500

If youâre the parent of a child or teen actor who has begun working on projects in the industry without the guidance of a talent agent or manager, itâs critical that you familiarize yourself with the child labor laws and regulations in your state. Not only is it important because itâs the law, but these regulations are put in place for the benefit of the child or teen and are great guidelines to follow. States can regulate many aspects of a production when it comes to kids and teens working in the entertainment industry. Before your child walks on set, make sure you find out the answers to the following questions: Whatâs the maximum number of hours my child can work on set? Are the hours different for school and non-school days? How much light can/will my infant be exposed to? Is my child required to have a work permit? Is a studio teacher required to be on set? How much time does my child get for rest and recreation? Are there any exceptions? There are always gray areas, loopholes and exceptions. For example, many regulations are determined based on the age of the actor. However while a seventeen year old student in California may only be allowed to work between certain hours, a seventeen year old who has graduated from high school is not subject to child labor laws and can work as an adult. Whether your child has a manager or not, you are your childâs primary advocate. A production set can be a harried, hectic environment and if a director is running behind schedule he may not want your child to get their mandated break time. Itâs up to you to put your foot down to make sure that your child has a healthy, balanced and enjoyable experience in the industry. For more information about the ins and outs of the entertainment industry, stay tuned to Elite Casting Network. Visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today! Tagged by mrjpcool under Commercial Audition, Talent Agency, Bikini Model, Los Angeles,

Member Spotlight: Lianne Lin

mrjpcool — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 07:50:00 -0500

The year is off to an exciting start at Elite Casting Network and we're excited to see how all of our members progress as they pursue their dreams of working in the entertainment industry. We're always exceedingly proud when we hear of the great opportunities that our members seizing in order to make their dreams come true. One Elite Casting Network member is really taking the industry by storm. Lianne Lin is a multi-talented actress, model, writer and makeup artist. While she has a number of interests, she has managed to juggle them all and successfully land opportunities in all of her fields of interest. Lianne has appeared on a number of popular television shows including How I Met Your Mother, Ugly Betty, Entourage and CSI Miami. What great exposure! These are some of the most highly rated shows on television! Additionally, Lianne has appeared in several films including Super Sweet 16: The Movie and Norbit. Like many models, Lianne has completely immersed herself in her craft and in addition to a long list of print modeling jobs, modeling competitions and promo modeling opportunities, Lianne has also become an experienced photographer and makeup artist as well. It sounds like there's nothing that Lianne can't do! We'd like to congratulate Lianne on all of her success. It's always inspiring to hear how Elite Casting Network members are taking Hollywood by storm and doing what they love best. If you ever get discouraged, remember that if other ECN members are paving their way toward stardom ÃÂ there's no reason that you can't too! For more information on Elite Casting Network members or to learn more about other members' experiences in the entertainment industry, visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today. Good luck to all of you! Tagged by mrjpcool under Child Modeling, acting coach, extra work, audition notices, model, Hollywood, bikini model, female model, agent, dancers, Billy talent, acting, musician, entertainment job, talent agent,

Talent And Model Expo In London Scam

mrjpcool — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:47:00 -0500

Here is another one of the popular talent & model expo in London scams. This scammer is actually in Nairobi, Kenya and uses this IP address: 77.220.2.108.He is also the same scammer that uses the name Alley James for another Model Expo In London Scam which we talk about here: http://www.elitecastingnetwork.com/forum/i...howtopic=112475And he is the same scammer who uses the names Jerry Forman & Melvin Terrence for the Fashion & Style Expo In Texas Scam which we talk about here: http://www.elitecastingnetwork.com/forum/i...howtopic=112632He is also the scammer who uses the name Williams Goerge for a Uk Model Exhibition Scam which we talk about here: http://www.elitecastingnetwork.com/forum/i...howtopic=109644This is the message he is sending:"Hello,MODELS, ACTORS and ACTRESSES are needed in a Talent and Model Expo in London.This is a well paid job and starts from November 15th - 20th, all travel expenses are paid for.if interested to be in this paid Expo, email for details at: model4jobs@aol.com " Tagged by mrjpcool under Casting, Act, Casting Calls, Extras, Acting,

Labor Laws For Child And Teen Actors

mrjpcool — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:12:00 -0500

If you're the parent of a child or teen actor who has begun working on projects in the industry without the guidance of a talent agent or manager, it's critical that you familiarize yourself with the child labor laws and regulations in your state. Not only is it important because it's the law, but these regulations are put in place for the benefit of the child or teen and are great guidelines to follow. States can regulate many aspects of a production when it comes to kids and teens working in the entertainment industry. Before your child walks on set, make sure you find out the answers to the following questions: What's the maximum number of hours my child can work on set? Are the hours different for school and non-school days? How much light can/will my infant be exposed to? Is my child required to have a work permit? Is a studio teacher required to be on set? How much time does my child get for rest and recreation? Are there any exceptions?There are always gray areas, loopholes and exceptions. For example, many regulations are determined based on the age of the actor. However while a seventeen year old student in California may only be allowed to work between certain hours, a seventeen year old who has graduated from high school is not subject to child labor laws and can work as an adult. Whether your child has a manager or not, you are your child's primary advocate. A production set can be a harried, hectic environment and if a director is running behind schedule he may not want your child to get their mandated break time. It's up to you to put your foot down to make sure that your child has a healthy, balanced and enjoyable experience in the industry. For more information about the ins and outs of the entertainment industry, stay tuned to Elite Casting Network. Visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today! View the full article Tagged by mrjpcool under child modeling, acting, entertainers, casting, list, characters, agents, wanted TV commercials, atmosphere, phoenix, resorts, people, stunts, locations in ariz, desert, props, specialty clowns,

MySpace.com Blogs - www.EliteCastingNetwork.com MySpace Blog - Casting Calls & Auditions for Actors, Models, Singers, Dancers

mrjpcool — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 09:57:00 -0400

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