Now Casting: Drumline: A New Beat

*** THIS IS NOT AN RTSE CASTING***

Drumline: A New Beat.

Drumline 2, will focus on a female lead — Dani Bolton from Brooklyn — and her decision to defy her parents, go to school in New Orleans and bring a once-prominent drumline back to life.

For more details, check out the casting call below:

Drumline 2 Casting Call in Atlanta

HOT HOT HOT GIRLS

Super Featrued

African American Females to be draped on each side of a good looking man

Age: 18-22

To play College Students

Work Day: Wednesday June 4th

Subject: HOT GIRL

FOOTBALL PLAYERS 

Experienced Player

With Cleats

Age 18-22

To Play College Students

Work Day(s): Tues June 3rd and Thurs June 12th (TWO DAY CALL)

Thurs June 12th (ONE DAY CALL)

Subject: ONE DAY FOOTBALL  or TWO DAY FOOTBALL

3 PIECE BAND 

Experienced Band

With Instruments

Guitar/Keyboard/Drums

WORK DAY: Friday June 6th

SUBJECT: Band

Experienced DJ 

Mulitple days but they are different Events with different DJs

WORK DAY: Thurs June 5th

Friday June 6th

Monday June 9th AND 10th (TWO DAY CALL)

SUBJECT: DJ and the date(s) you are submitting for

STUDENTS 

Seeking African Americans

Male and Female

Ages 18-22 – to play college students

Especially Seeking Interesting/Unique looks

WORK DAY: Friday June 6th

SUBJECT: STUDENTS

HIGH END CARS 

Work Day: Thurs June 5th

Please include pictures of car

Yr, Color, Make and Model in the body of email

Subject: HIGH END CARS

FOOTBALL/DRUMLINE FANS 

Any Ethnicity

Ages 18-60

Work Day: Thurs June 12th and/or June June 18th

Subject: DRUMLINE FAN and the Day(s) you are avail

FOOTBALL COACHES 

Any Ethnicity

Age: 35-65

Work Day: Thurs june 12th

Subject: Coach

If you fit any of the above description then please e-mail Drumline2ATL@gmail.com

Include 3 pics (head and body) age, ht, wt, and all contact info.

Make sure to put correct role in the subject box.  

3 Casting Directors… 1 Room

How would you like to audition in front of 3 Atlanta Casting Directors at the same time? Well here is your chance!

RtSE Casting, Rhavynn Drummer Casting & ElleQ Casting have come together to bring you a PHENOMENAL & INTENSE AUDITION WORKSHOP…

"3 Casting Directors, 1 Room"

Come prepared to work as all actors will have the opportunity to audition, receive feedback and critiques from each Casting Director. The workshop will cover:

• Advice about Techniques/Acting tips
• Strategy about having a Successful Audition
• Building and Creating your Character
• Slating
• Headshots Critique 
• Building & Marketing yourself as a Brand
• Q&A

WHERE: Porter Sanford Performing Arts Center

                  3181 Rainbow Drive

                  Decatur, GA 30034

Three Casting Directors...One Room has never been done before, ever! Take advantage of this opportunity… Seats are limited!

REGISTER NOW

Atlanta Law 2014

As of Sunday, January 19, 2014, we have officially wrapped tapping for the Atlanta Law project.

Created & Designed By Leslie M. Greene

Working on Atlanta Law was an AWESOME experience and the cast and crew did a tremendous job, in such a short time.

The Atlanta Law Journey: A quick recap

December 9th, 2013, I received a call about a potential casting opportunity and was told I'd hear back soon.

December 16th, 2013, I received a call from an LA director.  She was calling to speak with me about the project and to get my references and to verify my credentials.

December 18th, 2013:
All my reference checked out and I got the a call the the LA director asking me if I was interested in the opportunity. She explained the pace and tone for the next 30 days and welcomed me onboard.

December 19th, 2013:
I got the call to meet the Executive Producer/ Writer of the Atlanta Law project the next day.

December 20th, 2013:
Conversation, contracts signed & the 1st question I got was, "When can we do a script read?"

After December 21st, things begin moving at warp speed…

December 23, 2013
I gathered 10 talented actors and at 5:30pm we had our 1st script read. The writer received some great feedback.  Connected the original writer with a script writer and the process began. In a 1 week turn-around we had a New script.

December 23rd, 2013
Character breakdown is posted and in my head, I hear the words…."Now let the games begin!" I post, dissect and I begin aggressively searching for the best talent.  Found a great leading lady… but she won't be able to participate do to holiday travels. UGHHHH!!!

December 28th, 2013
"What do you mean… there will be a script rewrite!?" UGHHH! How many characters will be added or eliminated? GEEZ!!! LOL "Are we still shooting January 15th - 20th?"  Answer: "Yes!"

January 3rd, 2014
Meeting with the Executive Producer. "So when is the next script read?" Me: "Tuesday, January 14th, after we finalize the cast."

January 7th, ~ "Well Happy Birthday to me… As I work!"

January 10th, 2014
1st round of auditions | screen testing for selected talent. Great I have 5 people we want the director to meet. These 5 are a shoe in for the roles.

January 11, 2014
Not so open casting call.  I only sent an invite to the RtSE Casting Company website database ONLY and more than 300+ hopefuls came out. Doors opened at 9:30am and I left at 10:30 pm. No lunch or restroom break! (NOTE TO SELF: Never do that again) I heard later that maybe more people came out but several left.  A huge thank you to my team: Holly, Tiffany & Ted (They shined bright like DIAMONDS!!!!) I could not have done it without you!

January 12, 2014
Prepare & schedule time for the selected talent to meet the Director on tomorrow.

January 13th, 2014
The LA Director is in town and meeting with the potential cast. Narrowing and selecting from the best of the best that I have seen over the last week. Interviews started at 9:30 am and ended at 7:00pm
Cast finalized and offer letters sent by 10:00 pm. Calls made for script read details.

January 14th, 2014
Full cast assembled and sitting down at the script read.  Questions answered, introductions made and schedules given out…. We shoot tomorrow!

Check out some of the behind the scenes stills on instagram #AtlantaLaw and on Facebook (in the 1st 24 hours we amassed over 700+ Likes)

Stay Tuned!
~Leslie M. Greene

Headshots, Resumes, & Portfolios

Be Honest! 

Sample Acting Resume

Just like any other job, your acting resume should reflect your talents and highlight your skills. When putting together your acting resume, only include truthful information. People tend to feel that this industry is big, it isn't that big. People talk and network, so there’s a very good chance that someone with whom you have an audition knows someone who knows someone who knows all of your previous work. No one expects a young actor to have a stellar resume. In the end, it is your audition that will land you that job. A small, credible resume is much more effective than a large one padded with lies. It’s better to earn your credits the hard way. In the end it will pay off.

The Resume Rules

Want to land an acting job? Follow these basic resume rules:

1.   Your resume should never be more than one page long.

2.     Never make the font on your resume smaller than 10pt. It is difficult to read in any situation, whether it's in a   well-lit office or a darkened theater.

3.     Staple and trim your resume to fit the headshot, or even better, print it directly to the back of your headshot.

4.     Don't staple clippings or reviews to your resume; they will just get in the way.

5.     You should have an email address created specifically for your acting resume. It should be your first and last name, whenever possible (i.e. janesmith@yourserver.com)

Selecting a Headshot Photographer

When selecting a photographer, use one who specializes in headshots. Portrait artists may make you look great, but without insight into the industry, the photos may be overlooked. Research several different photographers, and ask your contacts in the industry for recommendations. Ask to see a portfolio of the photographer's previous work. Use a photographer with a permanent studio; mobile studios are less trustworthy. Negotiate rates beforehand and get an agreement in writing before shooting begins.

Also find out if a make-up artist will be available to you. If so, pay the extra money and hire him/her. It’s well worth the cost to have someone making sure you look your best you during the entire shoot.

The Headshot and Resume Combination

Since you'll be handing your resume over with your headshot – the two are rarely, if ever, separated – you need to have the resume attached to the back of your photo. Many photo printing companies offer the service of printing your resume directly to the back of your photo. If this option is in your budget, take it; it is the preferred method of casting directors. If not, neatly glue your resume to your photo. If gluing is too messy, staple your resume to the back of the photo. Be sure to staple each corner to the photo. Never use paper clips, as they snag on other photos and resumes in a casting director's pile. The last thing you want is for your photo and resume to be separated; one without the other is useless!

Types of Headshots

There are two basic types of headshots: commercial and theatrical.

Commercial: These should be attractive, warm, and open. Always smile for these shots, with teeth showing, if possible.

Theatrical: These can be more “natural,” and should try to represent your characteristics as a person.

The format for headshots varies throughout the country –- from close-ups to 3/4 shots, from bordered to borderless. Make sure you use the preferred format for your area of application. It’s not a bad idea to have one of each taken so that you can submit to all types of jobs.

The general rule is that television and commercial work receives the commercial shot, theater and film receive the theatrical shot. If you're in a showcase, you can present either, depending on the industry professionals who may be present at the event.

You and Your Headshot

Casting directors use headshots to get a feel for an actor's type. The headshot should embrace your best qualities. Don’t dress or use make-up that covers your true nature; let the shot be true to you. And by all means, get new headshots if your look changes drastically and/or after a few years have passed. Misrepresenting yourself will only lead to trouble later in auditions. Remember, headshots aren't glamour shots. The look should be natural, open, and compelling. Many times, you will be judged by your headshot even before you are called in to have an audition. Let your photo speak for you and your abilities by being professional yet accessible.

Good Luck & never give up on your dreams! ~ 

Fred Hammond in Concert for FREE

#SwitchingLanestheMovie

Actor/Director Tommy Ford

Here we are at the end of week #1 and preparing for the start of week #2 of filming for the movie #SwitchingLanes, directed by Actor Tommy Ford. 

Many of you are now following me on +Instagram, Vine, on Twitter and Facebook and not only have you seen behind the scenes video and photography, you have been getting day-by-day calls for #Extras Talent on our website which changes daily...

Believe me when I say, "This is NOT generally how things go, but hey... What are you going to do?" 

With that being said, "Here is my personal invitation to not only be a part of the #SwitchingLanesthemovie extras cast, I am offering you the opportunity to hear a FREE concert!"

Fred Hammond will be in the building ministering like he ALWAYS does!!! Kenny Lattimore will taking us to new levels with his music and Pastor Wess Morgan will be just a few of the talent you will get to hear!

Fred Hammond

What: Free Concert - featuring Fred Hammond, Kenny Lattimore, Wess Morgan & More 

When: Monday, June 24, 2013

Time: 8:00am 

Where: New Hope Christian Ministries 

1738 Fairview Road, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281

Dress in your Sunday best and bring an extra set to change for the second scene which is a carnival.

Carnival Scene (Same Location at 2:00 pm)

This is a family oriented movie, so come on out and have some fun! 

All the best,

Leslie