In reply to Pete LaMaster.

I couldn’t agree more. It is very expensive to become a good actor (education, training, fitness, wardrobe, beauty/hair, Union. dues, subscriptions) and stay on top of marketing materials.
Honestly, there are lots of jobs I get from still photos from people who have never even met me.
If you have IMBD credits and a reel - why do you need to make your next “new movie” for a casting director?
My opinion is that casting director’s are lazy and unimaginative. There. I said it.
If they are doing their job properly that will send you some sides and book a studio for the day and have the candidates of their choice come in and read.
Some people prefer self taping because it gives them an opportunity to edit and refine their audition.
Coming from a theatrical background, I know many novices who love the self taping option as they could never get through an “in person” audition. It is actually good practice, but I think the “people” part of show business has gone out the window with this self taping.
I can’t afford the set up never mind figure out the technology.
I get it - by the time you get this all “set up” you’re like “why don’t I just make my own movie”.