Guides & Advice
This section contains a number of home grown guides, offering information and advice for those hoping to get seen by more production companies and broadcasters.
Here you'll also find suggestions on how to turn your talent into a full time career - either as an actor, singer or dancer.
| Industry Guides |
| Part-time Work Is it worth is, how do you get it? |
| So you want to be an actor: Auditions & Interviews A quick guide to auditioning and interviewing at dance and drama schools - what to expect and how to prepare. |
| So you want to be an actor: Funding for Drama School What funding is available and how do I get it? |
| So you want to be an actor: Getting Professional Experience A guide to building up your credits and getting professional experience. |
| So you want to be an actor: Getting Professional Training University level drama courses, NCDT accreditation, costs and funding. |
| So you want to be an actor: Getting The Perfect Headshot What should your headshot say about you? What to avoid in a headshot, where to get your headshot done. |
| So you want to be an actor: Getting the perfect showreel Showreels are becoming a powerful way to display your versatility to casting directors and agents. This guide is designed to give you an overview of the key factors to consider when creating your showreel. |
| So you want to be an actor: Should I go to Drama School? Choosing a drama school |
| So you want to be an actor: Who are Equity The Trade Union for actors and entertainment professionals |
| So you want to be an actor: Who are Spotlight Who are they? What do they do? How do I join? |
