How to Become a Contestant on Scream Queens

If you are an aspiring actress looking for your big break or a seasoned performer hoping to get into the world of horror movies, you may be a great person to compete for a breakout role in an upcoming Lionsgate horror film by appearing on the reality show Scream Queens. To find out how you can compete with other actresses for a coveted movie role, read on to find out how to become a contestant on Scream Queens.

Tips

  • Make sure you are ready to deal with the blood and guts that comes with horror films

  • Be honest on your application as it may be verified

  • Giving it your best in your audition video or at the casting call

  • Prepare for competition as you'll be fighting with other determined actresses for one movie role

Introduction

While the screaming, blood and guts that comes with any good horror movie may turn off some actresses, others thrive for the chance to appear in one. Contestants on the reality show Scream Queens compete for a coveted role in an upcoming Lionsgate horror flick, but to get on the show, each actress must meet the requirements, compete an application, then either attend an open casting call or send in an audition video.

Step 1: Know the Requirements

Acting ability and a desire to star in horror movies are the main requirements to be successful on the show, but each interested actress must also meet a few other criteria to be considered for the show.

  1. You must be between the ages of 21 and 30 http://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  2. You must be able to work legally in the United Stateshttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  3. You must agree to be filmed for purposes of the showhttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  4. You or your family members may not be affiliated with the networks, producers or other companies involvedhttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087

Step 2: Complete the Application

Although what you put down on paper can only show the producers so much about your acting ability, each prospective contestant is required to complete an application as the first step of the casting process.

  1. Visit the VH1 official site to download and print the applicationhttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/Scream%20Queens.Cycle%202.Casting%20Application.v1.pdf
  2. Complete each question honestly, printing legibly and using dark-colored inkhttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/Scream%20Queens.Cycle%202.Casting%20Application.v1.pdf
  3. Be genuine, but show why you would make the ultimate Scream Queenhttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/Scream%20Queens.Cycle%202.Casting%20Application.v1.pdf
  4. Read and sign that you agree to the attached release formshttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/Scream%20Queens.Cycle%202.Casting%20Application.v1.pdf

Step 3: Send in a Video

Regardless if you plan to attend an open casting call or not, interested actresses are encouraged to send in a short audition video to get a head start in the casting process. Those with impressive videos who cannot attend may be invited to interview via Skype.http://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087

  1. Videos must be a maximum of 10 minuteshttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/SQ2%20Home%20Tape%20Submission.pdf
  2. Videos are only accepted in VHS, Mimi DV or DVD formatshttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/SQ2%20Home%20Tape%20Submission.pdf
  3. Check the VH1 official site to find the scripts for the scenes you are required to perform in the videohttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  4. Be sure you are clearly seen and heard in the video and make certain the video plays before sendinghttp://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/SQ2%20Home%20Tape%20Submission.pdf
  5. Send your completed application, video, a reel, if you have one, and two clear photos to:
    • Dana Lynne Tomsic
    • CASTING
    • 8205 Santa Monica Blvd
    • PMB 1-204
    • West Hollywood, CA 90046http://www.vh1.com/sitewide/promoimages/shows/s/scream_queens2/casting/SQ2%20Home%20Tape%20Submission.pdf

Step 4: Attend an Open Casting Call

As this is casting for an acting show, producers want to see your ability and hear your best scream in person. To connect with the talented actresses who will compete on the program, producers hold open casting calls prior to filming each season.

  1. Visit the VH1 casting page to find the dates, locations and times of upcoming open casting callshttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  2. Complete your application in advance or at the casting callhttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  3. Arrive early to make sure you are seen in the time allowedhttp://www.vh1.com/shows/casting_call/auxiliary.jhtml?id=893087
  4. Show them your best as this may be the last opportunity to impress the producers

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