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MAX Talents Great Opportunity

With the holidays approaching things are a little bit nutty. Bring on the new year! A new year and a new start for auditions. If you have some free time maybe check out the work shop from Sara Kay and award winning film maker Babak Payami. 

AUDITION TECHNIQUE w/ Casting Director Sara Kay and award winning filmmaker Babak Payami
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FOR REGISTRATION PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: http://www.imagisti.com/audition-technique-part-i-january-10-11/

This two-day course will focus on audition technique for Film and Television with emphasis on the cold-read and the preliminary audition. Participants will be guided on how they can use the audition as an opportunity to best demonstrate their range and talent. During the first audition and how an actor can increase their chances of being considered for a role will be covered.

ACTRA & CAEA members receive a 20% discount!

Here is a recap video of our previous workshops! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hibbyZRFOII
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How to Nail Your Next Audition!

MAX Agency Talents and Models find out how to nail your next audition!!!

General advice

  • Research the company in advance, so you know what theyre about and the kind of person theyre looking for. Youll come across as both professional and organised.
  • Ask your agent as many questions as you can. Its their job to make sure you head to your audition prepared. If you arent sure about something (from the address to lines to memorize) ASK!! Youre agent shuold give you all the information but if they dont and you arent sure ask!
  • Smile! Youll make a good first impression.
  • Get a good nights sleep. Your eyes will be brighter and youll be more alert for your audition.
  • Be on time (or early) for everything. It sounds obvious, but some people find this a real challenge.
  • Avoid stripy or boldly-patterned clothing – itll be distracting on camera.
  • Youre likely to feel nervous if youre not used to auditioning, or if its a part you really want – but try to relax in front of the camera (or, if appropriate, use your nerves for dramatic effect!).
  • Believe in yourself. Your confidence will come through in your audition.
  • You probably wont get every part you audition for, but youre gaining valuable experience along the way.

Actors

  • Learn your lines back to front, and inside out. Practise with a friend, so you feel confident on the day and dont freeze up! Practive in front of friends or family, or even the mirror if you have to. This allows you to see the reaction from others before going into the audition.
  • Listen carefully and follow any instructions youre given, but also try and have an original take on the part so they remember your performance.
  • Asking questions shows youre engaged and have initiative, but dont ask too many questions – casting directors dont have all day to chat.
  • You dont need to be in character for the entire audition – the casting director needs to see the ‘real you, as well.

Models

  • Be co-operative: follow any instructions, ask for direction if you need it, and avoid any conflict or dramas.
  • When attending meetings or castings, go for a fresh, natural look. Dont overdo the make-up or hair styling.
  • Dress comfortably – dont be sloppy, but slim-fit jeans, boots, and a tailored jacket should work fine.
  • Carry your portfolio with you (and your comp card, if you have one) in case anyone needs to see it.
Beauty Tips

“I Woke Up Like This”: 10 Model Beauty Secrets

“I woke up like this,” or at least, I look like it. Here are a few tips and tricks that every model should know to look and feel their best at all times.

1 – Look Less Tired

Open up your tired, late-night eyes the next morning with a touch of gold shadow on the center of your eyelids from lash line to crease. Just a hint of shimmer in the daytime make your eyes shine.

2. De-Frizz Your Tresses

Believe it or not, a pea-sized amount of hand cream can easily de-frizz your unruly locks when you’re caught without your favourite hair products. Smooth a little dab onto your ends and you’re gold.

3. Fake Fuller Lips

Use a lipliner that matches your lip colour. Gently trace just outside your natural lip line with the utmost precision and apply a clear gloss or sheer lipstick on top.

4. Nix Nail Stains

Models get their manis and pedis redone at most shows and this can wreak havoc on precious nails. If dark polish has left it’s mark and can’t be removed easilty with nail polish remover, use the juice of a lemon as an instant brightener. Another very sneaky tip is to always leave a tiny border on the sides of your nails polish-free for a very clean effect.

5. Camouflage Skin Flaws

Do you use only one conclear colour to camouflage your skin? Try two. One lighter and one darker since our skin is not all the same colour all over. Using one for lighter and another for darker areas such as under-eyes will look more natural. This is what the pros do.

6. Detox Your Hair

Beat buildup by adding just a teaspoon of vinegar to your shampoo routine. It’s homemade clarifying shampoo and can be used once per week to give your scalp and hair a fresh clean start.

7. Bronze That Body

One glorious word: “Bronzer.” Whether light or dark-skinned, a little bronzer never hurt no one. A sprinkling on the cheekbones, the décolletage and the cheeks goes a long way. In fact, it will make you look like you came all the way from Ibiza!

8. Mix It Up

Mixing a little moisturizer with your foundation makes you positively glow. No expensive highlighter or extra products to buy. Just mix ‘n go.

9. Simplicity

One of the most important tips that models live by is sheer simplicity. The most beautiful models are not heavily made up. They are confident in their skin, eat well and get enough sleep.

10. Perfect Posture

When taking photos, always pretend you are squeezing an orange in between your shoulder blades to instantly improve slumping shoulders. Or just remember what your Mama taught you. She was right.