Every year, over 60,000 commercial roles for all ages, physical types, and ethnic backgrounds are cast by ad agencies, producers, directors, and casting directors across the country. Breaking Into Commercials will show you what it takes to get one of those roles and give you an edge over the competition.
This essential guide provides untapped opportunities in regional markets and abroad, and shares valuable insights into developing a competitive edge. In Breaking Into Commercials, you'll discover how to
Get the best headshots
Create a resume and cover letter that opens doors
Find a good agent
Fine-tune your craft
Give auditions that result in more callbacks and jobs
Prepare for commercial shoots
Make the most of working in regional markets
Move from regional to major markets
Break into voice-over work
Cross over from modeling to commercials
Launch your child's commercial career.
Terry Berland, an award-winning casting director and the former head of casting for the world's third-largest ad agency, BBDO/New York, heads her own casting company, Berland Casting, and teaches the workshop "Acting in Television Commercials around the nation.Deborah Ouellette is an award-winning entertainment-industry photographer and writer who serves as a judge and guest speaker at regional and national modeling and talent competitions.