An acting resume is basically a list of credits for those who have experience acting in theatrical or production performances. This type of resume could also be beneficial for those looking for jobs doing television commercials, voice overs, and radio spots. If you have played a role in a play, opera, commercial, television show, or movie, and are looking for more acting jobs, then it could benefit you to learn how to write an acting resume.
A resume for actors and actresses is different from other resumes because of the type of information that is included. When applying for an acting job, producers and directors will want to see what other roles that you have played, as well as have a good idea of what you look like. For this reason, an acting resume serves more as a list of credits than anything else.http://www.bestsampleresume.com/acting-resumes.html
How to Write an Acting Resume Video
Brad Bucklin of Career Pro Resumes and Video Symphony explains what should be included when writing an acting resume and how to choose which roles to include in a list of credits. An acting resume varies from a traditional resume in that greater diversity of job experience is preferred.
Step 1: List Contact Information
At the top of the page, list all of your contact information that you want potential employers and directors to use to get in touch with you. You can list your physical address, email address, personal website, and cell phone number. Below your name and contact information, list your height and weight so that directors will have a good idea of what you look like and what roles you may be suitable for.http://www.actingbiz.com/articles/write_an_actors_resume.php
Step 2: List Previous Acting Roles
This is the portion of the acting resume that is known as the list of credits. Make a bulleted list of each speaking role that you have had in the past. For verification purposes, also include the production, location, and contact information for the company that you preformed the work for. Only include speaking roles that you have had and make sure that your previous experiences are easily verifiable. Include the name of the production or film, the role that you played or the type of role played (lead/supporting), as well as the name of the production company.http://www.actorspages.org/resume.php
Step 3: List Relevant Skills
At the bottom of your acting resume, create a section for skills. In this section, include any special skills or experience that you have that may be relevant to any acting job that you are applying for. Any special types of dance that you are skilled at should be included here, as well as vocal or instrumental skills. If you have experience playing any kind of sport, include that here as well. Listing any special experience with certain kinds of hobbies or recreational activities like sky diving or snow skiing can also be beneficial. If you have ever done any type of work in stunts, include this as well.
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