This episode of “How We Role” features a candid conversation with Rose Rosen, a casting powerhouse with over 20 years of experience.
Based in Tampa, Rose has cast hundreds of productions, including the iconic film Edward Scissorhands. Listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the business of acting, as Rosen shares five “golden guidelines” for building a long and fulfilling career.
The discussion covers crucial aspects of the acting world, from the importance of treating your acting career as a business to the power of genuine relationships over mere networking. Rosen also demystifies the auditioning process, offering practical advice on everything from self-tapes to the often-overlooked details of your casting profiles.
This episode is a must-listen for any actor looking to understand the industry from a casting director’s perspective and elevate their professional approach.
The episode covers:
- Actors should treat their careers like a business by maintaining professionalism, keeping materials updated and accurate, and understanding that every detail reflects their brand.
- Genuine connections are more valuable than transactional networking. Actors should engage authentically and avoid asking for jobs in initial interactions.
- Following all self-tape directions precisely and being honest and thorough with special skills on casting platforms are crucial steps in treating the audition process as the primary work.
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Episode Preview: 5 Business Principles Every Actor Should Know with Casting Director Rose Rosen
Rose Rosen: I mean, make sure that your materials are all up to date, clean, neat, organized. Not too much. Not too little. Get into your Casting Networks profile, get deep on there, and do it every six months. Make sure your headshots and all of your ancillary shots, whatever you have in there, represents who you are today.
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