Jennifer Pollock's Lounge Discussions

I recently had a casting call looking for a teenage girl and her older step mom for an independent movie I was producing and directing. As I live in the middle of California I went through three different casting websites, one from SF, one from LA and the other one "National". I was shocked when I saw that roughly 80% of the actors, SAG and non-SAG did not have any video reels showing their work. It told me that if they were not even professional enough to create a reel or even a clip on themselves, then I wouldn't waste my time contacting them. Years ago when I was an actor and before good video was around, it was difficult for actors to get film on themselves because they hadn't been cast in anything yet or doing their own scenes on film with rented cameras was cost prohibited. The smart ones went to college film departments and volunteered their time for student films. Actors, today there is no excuse for not having a reel showing your work! That tells me you are lazy and unprofessional. Everyone has a video camera/phone. I have seen 20 minute movies shot on I-phones which looked great on my computer monitor. Professional sound is not important. Music is not necessary and the editing doesn't even have to be good. The scene you do must however have another person in it so that you may react to them. Monologues are a waste of time. Directors are mainly looking for what you do with your face and body when you are not speaking. The speaking part is easy. Copy a scene from a movie or TV show that has a character similar to yours. Then go out and have your mom or roommate shoot it. Two or three short scenes showing your range are best. If you have little or no range, just one good scene. The camera used is not important. HD is great if you have it available. Lighting must show your eyes. If you don't have good lights shoot it during the day in the shade. Beware of people who want to charge you a lot for professional cameras and pro lighting. If you don't have a good scene (with another actor) that challenges your acting ability and one that you do well, then the best camera gear in the world will not convince someone to hire you. Hope this helps--

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Hello everyone we're looking for children and actors for our next film. It will be shot in the Bethlehem and Allentown Pennsylvania area. The film is about a mother who becomes a vigilante after her child is tragically killed Red Barber film will be dark with comedic accents. If you're interested please contact me.

Hi Everyone! My name is Jennifer Pollock. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5952622/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 I am an Actress based in NY, but love traveling so am always welcoming of the job opportunity that includes getting out and seeing the world. For the last several years, I have been working mainly in Film & TV. (Previously did a lot of work in Musical Theatre) Althou not new to this industry, I'm new to Stage 32, and appreciative for this opportunity to meet people here! Please feel free to add me and get in touch with new opportunities. Hope you're all having a fabulous year and look forward to connecting with you soon!!

Hi All! My name is Jennifer Pollock. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5952622/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 I am an Actress as well as a Dance Teacher/Dance School Owner. For the last several years, I have dedicated myself to focusing on my acting career working mainly in Film & TV. While based in NY, I love to travel for work as well. I am currently seeking representation for myself as an actor as well as new exciting and fun projects. I'm new to the Stage 32 site, and appreciative for this opportunity to meet people here and share each others' work! Please feel free to add me and get in touch with new opportunities and looking forward to making great new connections with many of you!