Acting : How Many Different Headshots Do Actors Really Need For Success by Aaron Marcus

Aaron Marcus

How Many Different Headshots Do Actors Really Need For Success

Do you have more than 1 headshot?

How Many Different Headshots Do Actors Really Need For Success

https://youtu.be/r36sB4hD9Oc

If you have more than 1 headshot, let us know how many.

And, if has it been helpful to your career.

Mario Leone

Aaron Marcus great post. I have seen some independent Directors and DP’s work with actors on the side, doing head shots as sometimes an additional bonus.

Rachel Walker

That was very interesting! Great thanks!

Rachel Walker

I wonder if I should change my headshot....!:-)

Ryu Reeves

Rachel Walker I don't even have a real headshot lol this is just a selfie. Some people may see it as novice, but I've always done screenwriting/acting for fun! My life will go on if I don't get any opportunities. Thankfully I've had a lot of cool projects though so people still give me a chance!

Aaron Marcus

Hi Mario. I have seen this as well. I know of at least 2 casting directors who also shoot headshots.

Aaron Marcus

Hi Rachel, if you send me your current headshot, I am more than happy to give you a quick thought - aaron@howtoactandmodel.com

Aaron Marcus

Hi Ryu, I wouldn't think that at this point you need to invest any money into creating a professional headshot. And, you are a screenwriter, not an actor.

Aaron Marcus

If anyone has a specific topic they would like me to possibly cover in a future quick tip video, let me know. I just need to make sure that is general enough that a lot of people will find it helpful.

Mario Leone

Aaron Marcus

I have literally seen actors use this as a Negotiation tool when they’re doing small, independent film and small short films.

They usually ask for head shots as part of the package of coming on board sometimes.

I’ve also seen the same thing Aaron for demo reel’s.

Aaron Marcus

That is interesting. I guess the actor really needs to know how to create an effective headshot and explain it to the director/cinematographer. Otherwise, the photo might not be very helpful to them.

Here is another headshot video you might want to watch:

Don't Waste Time And Money - Ask These Essential 8 Questions Before Hiring One

https://youtu.be/_Fh3CU_K-w8?si=T0E8s3WSdz0jQhkZ

Rachel Walker

Hey thank you so much! Very interesting for sure! :-)!!

Maurice Vaughan

Great advice for actors, Aaron Marcus! Like always.

Aaron Marcus

You are very welcome Maurice. Let me know if there are any topics you think others on Stage32 would be interested in learning about

Maurice Vaughan

Ok, I will, Aaron Marcus.

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