Episode 116 – Casting Director Tell-All - Jessica Sherman

This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Kathleen Suit! Kathleen has done all six years of Self Tape May and produced her own SAG-AFTRA film. They discuss growth and learning in auditioning and self-taping, marketing and packaging yourself as an actor, overcoming self-judgement and imposter syndrome, and market research.   Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: AudreyCN   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Links: Kathleen on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The Octavia Lab at Los Angeles Public Library   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to actor David Rosenblatt! David has finished every Self Tape May challenge and his credits include The Minx, Little America, tons of commercials, and a Tony nominated play. He will also teach you at his yoga studio Fire Hot Yoga.   Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: AudreyCN   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Links: David Rosenblatt's Instagram: David Rosenblatt Instagram Fire Hot Yoga (David's Yoga Studio): Fire Hot Yoga Self-Tape May Information: Self-Tape May iSpot.tv for commercial trends: iSpot.tv Casting Society of America: Casting Society Avital Ash ep about creating a pilot: https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/booking-your-own-pilot-avital-ash/id1233482206?i=1000463137861 Link to the renewed TV shows list on Audrey's Instagram: LA, NY, ATL   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Anisha Adusumilli Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to casting director Jessica Sherman! Jessica has cast many shows and movies including Bates Motel, Willow, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and she's also the founder of A Cause for Entertainment. They discuss Self-taping tips from a casting director and the impact of selftapes on casting decisions, advice on auditioning for different roles and the significance of understanding teh character, and they fake cast a live action version of Inside Out.   Sponsored by: Casting Networks - CastingNetworks.com/Audrey PROMO CODE: AudreyCN   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Links: A Cause for Entertainment: Website Tipsy Casting Podcast: Tipsy Casting Website Tipsy Casting Instagram: @tipsycasting Jessica Sherman’s Professional Website: Jessica Sherman Casting Emma Thompson Don’t Worry About Your Body: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehs9JFtEs5U   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Alfonso (“Fonz”) Godinez! Fonz gave up his firefighting career to become an actor many years ago, and can be seen and heard in his commercials for Sony, Banana Republic, Old Navy, and AAA, as well as “Smosh” and Amazon Prime’s “Budding Prospects.” They discuss the best ways to network, how to deal with acting career doubts, sustainability vs. struggling in your acting career, and a professional vs. hobbyist approach.   Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Carla Zuniga Hair - Carla Zuniga hairstylist for natural hair, wigs, and hair systems!   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Austin Grant Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to makeup artist/hair stylist Ashanta Morris! Ashanta has worked with the biggest stars, the best headshot photographers, and the biggest weddings. And now she's here to share tips for using makeup in auditions, how to handle difficult situations with the makeup department, and makeup for men.   Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Carla Zuniga Hair - Carla Zuniga hairstylist for natural hair, wigs, and hair systems!   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Dentist who lasers cold sores (Dr. Jim Formaker)   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to actor Zach DeNardi! Zach has done at least 16 Self Tapes every month for the last 24 months! They talk what he's learned over those 400 self tapes including challenges, technical aspects, personal growth, self-awareness, finding your casting, and more!    Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Dana Patrick Photography - Dana Patrick for headshots and publicity!    Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Austin Grant Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to actor/stylist Buckley Sampson! They discuss how to stay sustainable by diversifying, how to have success in both commercials and tv/film, and they give some styling tips to help you book your auditions. You can see Buckley on The Morning Show, Grey's Anatomy, and CSI:Vegas, and you can see her styling work at Image By Buckley. Watch her style Audrey for four different roles, here on Instagram! Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Brad's Class - Working actor Brad Greenquist's acting classes - in person classes or online privates.   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Austin Grant Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks to the 2023 Winner of Self Tape May, Jo-Marie Lawrence. Jo-Marie is an actor who you may have seen in on e of her many commercials including Target, Meta, and Indeed. They talk about Self Tape May strategies, how to advocate for yourself with production and your reps, and how awesome the Self Tape May prizes are!   Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Greg Safel Voice Teacher - Audrey has trained with Greg for multiple roles through singinglessonslosangeles.com!   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week on the SEASON NINE PREMIERE(!), Audrey Moore talks to legendary hairstylist Raissa Patton. Raissa has worked on giant shows and movies like Key and Peele, Avengers Infinity War, and Guardians of the Galaxy 3. They discuss wigs and hair pieces for men and women, how to best communicate and collaborate with the hair department, and how to prepare for set.   Sponsored by: Castability.Actor/SelfTapeMay - Free sides and Casting Director feedback! Self Tapes Here - Jeff Pride's Self Tape Service and Coaching! Carla Zuniga Hair - Audrey and Jesse's hairstylist and hair system expert!   Please RATE THIS PODCAST to feed the Review Baby! www.RateThisPodcast.com/audrey Call in with listener questions (667) Actor-70 or (667) 228-6770   Host: Audrey Moore Producer: Jesse Lumen Editor: Matthew Patrick Davis Mixer: Thomas Snodgrass Show Music: Ari de Niro Special thanks to Thomas Snodgrass for assistance with microphones, Aalok Mehta and 108 Hill for help with the theme song.

This week Audrey Moore talks with actor/contract negotiator Charlie Bodin to hopefully bring some history, clarification, and understanding about the recent negotiations.