Casting Americans

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who are your clients?

 

Our clients come from all facets of the entertainment industry. They include Producers, Directors, Production Companies, Makeup Artists, Record Companies, Print and TV media, Retailers, and the list goes on.

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Do I need professional photos?

 

Although it is nice to have professional photos, you do not need to have them to be managed by Casting Americans. 

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How much money can I make?

 

You can make great money doing modelling and acting. Commercials can pay hundreds to thousands through residuals. Runway models make $5,000 and more a day. Don’t worry that you are not tall. Many petite models make excellent money being  featured in print and TV campaigns throughout the country and the world.

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How do I get paid?

 

There are many ways that you can receive payment. You can arrange your preferred method of payment with the client at the time of booking.

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When are the jobs and auditions?

 

The jobs and auditions take place according to the clients schedule.   These times can vary. Some people who do not work in the day find it convenient to have auditions in the day. People who work in the day find it convenient to have them in the evening and on the weekend. For children, auditions are generally in the evening and on the weekend.
 

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Where are the jobs and auditions?

 

The jobs and auditions are wherever the client chooses to hold them-usually at a studio or audition facility. A lot of jobs are in the closest major city to you and some on the outskirts. You have the freedom to determine where(area) you would like to work.

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Can parents go to the auditions?

 

Parents, you are most welcome to attend the auditions however we ask that you allow the casting team to do their job and not get in their way.

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How much notice do I get before an audition or job?

 

You will be notified by the client when there is an audition or you have been booked on a job. The time can vary. Sometimes you may get as much as 2 weeks notice, sometimes 1 to 2 days notice.

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Do I have to find my own auditions?

 

You do not have to find your own auditions as our site is equipped and your Casting Americans web site is available to clients 24/7.

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How long do auditions take?

 

Auditions can vary from one client to the next. This depends on what the style of the audition is, if it is a group or individual audition as well as how many people are being auditioned. Auditions can take an average time of 5 to 20 minutes.

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Do I have to do my own hair and makeup for the jobs?

 

Hair and makeup services are usually provided on set.  If there is a case where you have to do your own hair and makeup the client will let you know prior to the job.

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Do I always have to audition to get jobs?

 

You do not always have to audition to get jobs. Some of the clients book directly from your Casting Americans personal web site.

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How soon after an audition will I know if I got the job?

 

This all depends on the client and their scheduled shoot dates. If the shoot is fast approaching then you should hear back within a week. We usually hear back within a couple of days. The client will contact you to let you know you have the booking.

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How will I know what to do at auditions?

 

Review our Audition Tips section to learn how you can prepare for your auditions.

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Is there a contract?

 

There is no binding contract. You use our services at your own free will.

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Am I able to change my web site?

 

Yes, you are able to change your website. Once logged in, select Edit My Profile and perform any necessary editing. Remember to save your changes and make yourself active.

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What happens if I change my look?

 

Changing your look is a very important decision. If you change your look, you must update your photos right away to reflect your new look and edit your profile.

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What happens if I decide to stop modelling?

 

If you decide to stop modelling you may send us notification through our Contact Us page. Since we do a lot of marketing on your behalf it  is best to let us know as soon as possible. Clients can contact you for auditions and jobs at anytime and you do not want to let them down. If you are not available we want to make sure we give the client enough time to replace you.

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Can anyone access my web page?

 

Casting Americans runs a very secure site which means that only authorized clients may enter our site and have direct access to your personal web page.

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How does Castingamericans.com work?

 

-          We host your portfolio so that it is available to clients 24/7
-          We seek out the clients that are looking for you and/or your particular skills.
-          We match clients to your look, abilities, and portfolio
-          Each of our Talent Managers specialize in a particular cities/states to provide you with the best promotion possible
-          We are 1st to find out all of the newest trends in the entertainment industry. Information which we pass onto you so that you can remain strongly competitive in the industry
-     Clients contact you directly for auditions and jobs
-          We are constantly sourcing out new clients and new opportunities
-          We are always soliciting clients and work whether we are invited to or not
-          We have a very aggressive approach to marketing

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What type of people do Castingamericans.com service?

 

Our company is for:
-          Models and talent looking to find work and advance their career in the entertainment industry
-          People looking to make extra money at modelling or acting
-          Industry professionals looking to match models and talent to available jobs

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How does Castingamericans.com give the best promotion?

 

-          We employ talent managers who come with strong experience in the business. Combined experience of over 60 years
-          Our site is powered with the newest technology which allows for quick, easy access to your portfolio, and speedy turn-around time from the casting to the booking of a job
-          We are a household name in the industry. Many of the top clients know and trust us.
-          We are where the action is
-          By focussing on a specific area, we are able to maximize the execution of our marketing plan which means we can accomplish more on your behalf
-          Our success is a result of your success
-          We are constantly requesting feedback from industry professionals and talent as to how we can continue to provide service that is superior in quality
-          We know all of our competitors and what they do. This allow us to keep ahead of them in this industry
-          We use the most effective marketing promo which is tailored to match industry demands

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Where does Castingamericans.com service?

 

We service American talent and models throughout the USA, as well as others who wish to work in the US entertainment industry.
We service American Industry professionals who are looking to fulfill their marketing/corporate goals.

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What type of clients does Castingamericans.com have?

 

Directors, Producers, Casting Directors, Photographers and Videographers, Television Networks, Production Companies, Record Companies, Marketing Firms, Makeup Artists, Fashion Coordinators, Choreographers, Designers, Print Publications including magazines and newspapers, Advertisers from all spectrums of the economy

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What do I (the talent) get when I become a member of Castingamericans.com?

 

-          Professional online portfolio with video capability
-          Complete management of your portfolio
-          Professional resume which you can update
-          Professional printable comp card which you can alter
-          Access to update your profile at anytime
-          Searchable to clients in our database at anytime
-          24 hour manager support
-          Printable invoice so you can bill clients when you work
-          Printable timesheet so you can record your hours

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How is Castingamericans.com different from the competitors?

 

-          We have Talent Managers who specialize in marketing models and talent
-          Rather than focussing on the entire country, or even other countries, each manager focuses on specific areas within the US
-          Our Talent manager’s job is to market your look and abilities to suitable professionals
-          We allow you the tools to manage your booking and invoicing clients independently and efficiently
-          We have Management support available 24/7
-          We make money when you make money

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How is Castingamericans.com different from the traditional modelling agency?

 

-          You do not have to spend hundreds of dollars on courses and portfolios in order to be seen by clients and secure bookings
-          More and more clients are using the internet to find talent. It is an easier and more modern way to do business. This saves them money. Money that they save can go to paying you more for jobs
-          Modelling agents are not available 24/7. Modelling agents do not promote you when they are not at work. Our system makes you visible to clients 24/7. We accommodate all US time zones by having available talent managers to respond to client queries
-          The turnaround time for client response is much quicker
-          Updating your profile is quick
-          Updating your comp card is quicker, easier and more cost-reduced since you can change photos on your card at any  time and you do not have to throw away hundreds of pre-printed cards in order to replace them. (This is especially helpful if you like to change your hair style/colour often)
-          Updating your resume is quicker since you can update and have it visible for clients to see right away
-          Modelling agencies do not have the comprehensive search feature that we use. We save the clients time which is why they prefer to come to us when looking to book talent
-          You are completely dependant on the modelling agent to do everything for you whereas our system allows you the option to manage your booking and invoicing
-          Your video serves as a live audition for clients which saves time and money for you since you do not always have to go to audition in order to secure bookings. With the traditional modelling agency, you almost always have to audition.
-          We do not have binding, complicated contracts
 

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How do I cancel my subscription?

 Cancellation is simple and easy.  You may choose one of the following options:

1.  Let us cancel your subscription by sending us an email asking us to cancel your profile.

     We will cancel your profile and send you an email confirmation and no further charges will      apply.

 

2. Cancel your profile yourself by following these simple steps:

1.     Log in to your PayPal account.

2.     Click the My Account tab.

3.     Click Profile at the top of the page.

4.     Click the Recurring Payments link in the Financial Information column.

5.     Find the merchant whose agreement you want to cancel, and click the View Payment link.

6.     Click the Cancel button and follow the online instructions.

PayPal will confirm that your cancellation is successful.

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