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How your following can get you cast ?

How your following can get you cast ?These days, it’s not just your acting but your ability to bring an audience with you that counts when getting cast. Like it or not, your social media presence matters when you’re building a career in the entertainment industry.It’s not fair! You cry.Why can’t it all be about talent! You shout.The truth is, getting cast has always been about more than who is the most talented. And the good thing about social media is, we can ALL build a network.Casting Professionals Update.Online networking – why should I?1) It just makes sense to collect a group of like-minded people to support you. You can give feedback on tools of the trade like headshots, swaps tips on the best agents and courses, and take heart knowing there are other people out there going through the same things you are!2) Casting Professionals love it when you have a ready-made audience of followers. When they cast you, you...

22 Jul 2020
Tips

How to Upload Your Video Audition?

So you want to enter our Obsessed with ModelFactory competition? We’ve put together a short video explaining everything you need to know about how to submit your video audition.The first thing you need to do is think of why you’re obsessed with ModelFactory, and gather any props you might need to make your video really stand out. Then it’s time to film! This can be done on anything, a smartphone, your computer’s webcam or any type of camera you have. Your video should be well lit, with an uncluttered background and clear audio.Essential Things You Need to Start Modelling.Once you’ve filmed your audition, play your video back several times to make sure you’re happy before you import it. When importing make sure your video is one of these formats: MOV, 3GP, AAC, AVI, FLV, MP4, MPEG-2, H.264, WebM, AVI and that the maximum file size does not exceed 750MB.Once you’ve got your video imported onto your computer, head to the&...

22 Jul 2020
Tips

How to Get Your Listing Approved — Fast!

Our member's safety is our number one priority so we often need to ask for extra information to verify a casting call before it goes live on site.Sending us this information up front will mean we can get your listing live more quickly, and who doesn't want that?How to be a Model on Expert Tips ?.To Verify Your Listing, Here's 5 Things we Might Ask you for:1. Links to your workSend us links to your previous work such as your IMDb profile or professional portfolio.2. Your company websiteThis should feature your physical address and contact details.3. An email from your company email addressIf you're Sarah from 'Awesome Films R Us' and you have a company email address, send us an email from modelfactory.in to confirm your association with the company, rather than your Gmail.In your email, please quote the listing number and let us know if you use a different email address for your ModelFactory profile. This will mean that we ...

22 Jul 2020
Models

How to be a Model on Expert Tips ?

So you’re interested in entering the Autograph Model Search and becoming a model but don’t know where to start? ModelFactory: What are you looking for in a curve model?Shruti - Shruti Model Management: We are looking for personalities. A model must be ready to be in the limelight and we believe confidence in yourself and your body is the best asset to have.ModelFactory: What type of personality must a model have? Do you consider this when looking at a new model?Shruti: An outgoing personality is of course helpful. When it comes to castings a healthy self-promotion makes you stand out. Of course there are always models that are a little quieter, but you will learn over time to work with clients at castings and shoots.Audition Safety Tips That Everyone Needs to Know.ModelFactory: What type of pictures should a potential model be using to present herself to agencies or prospective clients?Shruti: If you promote yourself as a new face to an agency, m...

21 Jul 2020
Tips

How do I search for work?

You simply register online, and create a profile that showcases you, your interests, skills and experience.You’ll need a nice clear picture of your face too – it doesn’t need to be a professional Headshot, as long as we can see you clearly.The key to success is to apply to everything you think suits you, and to not give up!Remember, members apply directly to jobs and auditions – you're in control.You can search all of the jobs available on our website, and we'll also email you updates on jobs that match you. If you're a dancer living in Wales and a listing comes in looking for someone like you, we'll let you know!It's free to create a basic profile using a Trial Membership, and trial members can apply to some listings for free. To apply for unlimited jobs on site, appear in our Talent Directory, enhance profiles or applications, get priority access to listings and more, members need to select one o...