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Monique Mack on the red carpet.

Success Story: How Jay-Z and Casting Networks Ignited and Kept Monique Mack’s Acting Flame Lit for Decades
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Alexis Frank Koczara, Christine Smith Shevchenko, and Gianna Butler smiling.

Netflix’s ‘Obliterated’ Casting Directors Alexis Frank Koczara, Christine Smith Shevchenko and Associate Gianna Butler Reflect on Their Casting Journeys
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An actor understanding why a good reader is important. Thanks to a great reader to help him with his self tape, he was able to get the gig.

The Importance of Having a Good Reader for Your Auditions and How to Find One
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A project creator learning about several casting call mistakes they can avoid.

4 Common Casting Call Mistakes for Project Creators To Avoid
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A casting director sitting in a seat watching a play, taking notes.

The Do’s and Don'ts of Getting an Industry Professional's Eyes on Your Work
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The Ultimate Guide To Getting Started as a Voice Actor
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Roberto Ordonez looking into the camera.

Success Story: How Roberto Ordonez Went From Working Behind the Camera to Booking ‘Law & Order’ on Casting Networks
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An actor using some tips to break the fourth wall and interact with the audience.

Breaking the Fourth Wall: Tips for Audience Interaction
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Happy African American woman crunching numbers on her laptop inside.

How to Use Your Actor Mindset to Improve Your Finances
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A tired Indian man crashes on the couch.

How to Deal with the Post-Show Slump
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An understudy learning about how they can hop right in to the role they've been training to perform.

Understudy Life: How to Hop in With Style
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Jessica Oyelowo adjusting her earring in a yellow dress outside.

Executive Producer Jessica Oyelowo Shares How ‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’ and ‘Becoming King’ Got Made
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A diverse group of middle aged runners going for a jog in the park.

What Personal Habits or Routines Do You Believe Contribute to Your Success as an Actor?
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A voice actor taking advice from others and absorbing eight nuggets of helpful tips for voiceover success.

Eight Nuggets for Voiceover Success
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A director looking at the script in the theater stands while watching his play rehearsal.

The Pitfalls and Privileges of Directing Your Own Words
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