Course Description

Seminar on the performer's market which includes preparation for professional field or academia. Topics covered are auditions, interviews, headshots and resume, academic vita, agents, casting directors, periodicals, and online job sources.

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Athena Title

The Business of Acting

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Pre or Corequisite

THEA 7590

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Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.

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Grading System

S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)

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Course Objectives

Development of professional resume and headshot To explore various media sources for employment opportunities To prepare for employment interviews Development of a professional audition “package” Development of an academic vita Research of the industry’s casting personnel and process

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Topical Outline

1. Developing headshot and resume a. photographers b. resume format and credits c. sample resumes 2. Employment Sources in media a. Backstage b. Ross Report c. Chronicle of Higher Education d. ArtSearch e. Online sources 3. Interviews a. Actor’s interview b. Academic interview 4. The Audition a. monologues b. repertoire c. Cold readings and “sides” d. Screen testing 5. Academic Vita a. Sample vitae b. Career Goals and Objectives c. Cover letter 6. Casting industry a. Agents and casting Directors b. Breakdown Services c. Showcasing d. Cover letter 7. Networking a. Contacts b. Follow-up c. Postcards d. Online contacts

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