Are you a dancer, martial artist or a master of accents? Show casting. Make sure you are showcasing your full skill set to casting director and directors.

1. Collect footage of your skills
2. Make a demo reel

Your demo reel is one of your top tools to get you work. Make sure you are representing yourself with these helpful videos.

1. Formatting your reel
2. Choosing the right content
3. Length of clips
4. Represent yourself well
5. Technical aspects
6. Full reel vs individual clips

What To Ask For When Requesting Footage of Your Work

with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.com

Why do an AFI film?
What are the benefits of being in an AFI film?
Can I be paid for an AFI film?
What kind of films do AFI make?
Do I get footage from an AFI film?

with Shaan Sharma, Working Actor, Educator, Casting Pro, & Union Leader
www.StoryTellersConservatory.com

Can I get the footage from my SAG conservatory AFI film?
How do I get a copy of my SAG conservatory AFI film?
Will I be able to get footage from a SAG conservatory AFI film?
Do the SAG conser...

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.tv

Can I put footage from an ad I did on my demo reel?
I did a funny TVC, can I put it on my showreel?
W...

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.tv

Can I use a short film that hasn't been released yet on my reel?
I have unedited tv footage, can I us...