Headshots
Planning, shooting, editing, formatting, printing, uploading and presenting your headshots.
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Intro to Headshots
It is essential your headshot represents you appropriately. Here are your hints and tips to make sure your next photo session is a winner.
1. Why the headshot is so important
2. Tips on taking the perfect shot
3. Character shots
4. Distributing your final photo
5. Post production on your headsho... -
What Kinds Of Headshots Are Required For Commercial Marketing?
With Shaan Sharma, Storytellers Conservatory, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.comWhat headshot types do I need commercially?
Should I do character shots for my commercial head shots?
What kind of expressions in my headshots are appropriate for c... -
When Do I Need New Headshots?
In this video we talk headshots and when is the right time to refresh them. What should a headshot say about you? Is it hotter the better? We break down why your current shots might in fact be working against you.
Sorry 'bout my hair.
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How Often Do I Need New Headshots?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvAre my headshots too old to use?
Do I need to get new headshots regularly?
Should I get new headshot... -
THE JOURNEY - Course 2A | Marketing Materials That Get You Auditions
As the first point of contact with filmmakers and casting directors, your marketing materials are an extension of yourself and an indication of your level of professionalism. Get clear knowledge on how to make your entire acting toolkit match that of any top-working actor in the industry.
We wi...
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How Much Should I Pay For Headshots?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow much do headshots cost?
What is the standard price for headshots?
What is the usual rate for a h... -
How Many DPI Should My Digital Headshots Be?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow many dots per inch do my headshots need to be?
How big should my digital headshots be sized?
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What Type of Headshots Should I Take?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat different looks should I do in my headshot photos?
What types of characters should I take headsh... -
How To Do a Headshot Test Shoot
Watch the vid for details and things to aim for / look out for, but you can either take selfies in your headshot outfits or get a friend with a good phone camera to take shots of you in each outfit so you can test the looks. If you're doing selfies, you'd be amazed at the pics you can take with ...
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Should I Smile Or Be Serious in My Headshot?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvDo actors smile in headshots?
Is smiling in headshots common?
Is a smile a good thing for a headsho... -
Should I Put My Headshot On My Business Cards?
with Ryan Basham, Coach, Trainer & Speaker, Political Analyst & Activist
www.ryanbasham.comHow many head shots should I put on my business card?
Do I need to put photos on my business card?
Should I put character shots on my business card?
Would you recommend me putting my photo on my business ... -
How to Select a Headshot Photographer
There are so many photographers out there. This video will show you how to find the best one for you.
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How Many Headshots Should I Put On My Website?
with Ryan Basham, Coach, Trainer & Speaker, Political Analyst & Activist
www.ryanbasham.comWhat photos should I include on my website?
Should I put all my headshots in my website gallery?
How many different kinds of headshots should I put on my website?
Can you put too many headshots on your we... -
How Many Headshots Should I Put On My Website?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow many headshots do actors have on their websites?
Can I have more than x headshots on my acting w... -
Should My Headshots Be Printed On Lithographic Or Photographic Paper?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat is the difference between lithographic Or photographic paper?
Is there a specific type of paper ... -
I’m Nervous About My Headshot Photo Shoot - Help!
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvI'm scared about my headshots?
Is it normal to be having anxiety about my photo shoot?
I'm really afr... -
What Size Should My Printed Headshots Be?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat is quality of the film for headshot printing?
What size should my printed headshots be?
How man... -
Should I Laugh In My Headshot?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvDo actors laugh in headshots?
Can I use a laughing headshot?
Is it weird to laugh in a headshot?
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Should A Headshot Photo Reach The Edge of The Paper Or Have a Border?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhat border does my headshot need to have?
Should my headshot have a border?
Do acting headshots ne... -
How Many Looks Should I Do In My Headshot Shoot?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow many outfits should I bring to a headshot shoot?
Should I do different looks at my headshot sessi... -
How Much Should Headshots Cost For A Child Actor?
with Karen Workman, Mother of Actors, Life Coach, Author of 'Baby Steps To Hollywood'
www.BabyStepsToHollywood.comDo I have to update my child's photos regularly?
How regularly should I get new headshots for my child actor?
How much is headshot shoot for a child actor?
What should I expect to p... -
Should I Have Straight Or Curly Hair In My Headshots?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvHow should I do my hair in my headshots?
Hairstyles for headshots?
Afro or wig for headshots?
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Should I Shoot My Headshots With Natural Lighting Or In A Studio?
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvDoes casting have a preference for the style of photography a headshot should be?
Should I shoot head... -
I Don't Like The Photographer My Agent Is Suggesting - Help!
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tvWhy is my agent suggesting a particular photographer?
How can I go against my agent's suggestion for ...
