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Join Casting Director Marci Liroff for a 3 night Audition Intensive!

January 29, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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Casting director Marci Liroff has a passion for teaching as well as casting. From “Blade Runner” and “ET” to “Mean Girls” and “Freaky Friday” from “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” and “Footloose” to “Ghosts of Girlfriends Past,” Marci Liroff has long been one of the busiest casting directors in Hollywood. Having worked for over 30 years with the industry’s top producers, directors and actors, her extensive knowledge of the casting process is invaluable for anyone looking to make the most of their audition opportunities.

Join her for a three-night intensive course in Los Angeles (each Wednesday night) to learn how to “nail it.“ This is a hone-and-tone course, not a fundamental skills class. It is aimed at working professionals and not suited for those with limited audition experience.

The course is designed to provide a clear perspective on the business of acting. Marci will explore audition techniques, audition etiquette, online opportunities, and provide you with the valuable do’s and don’ts of auditioning from the points of view of directors, producers, studio executives and casting directors.

Each week, Marci will dissect one audition scene and take each participant through the process — from cold reading through callback to final callback. In addition to Marci sharing her personal insights, she will also have top industry guest speakers participate in classes two and three.

Because the highly interactive format will stress support and feedback, the course is limited to only a small number of participants – SO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY.

Make a commitment to yourself and take advantage of a rare opportunity to sharpen your audition skills under the guidance of one of the most respected and successful casting directors in Hollywood.

The cost for the 3-night class is $300. All classes are mandatory.
The dates are: August February 17, 24, & March 3 2010 from 7:30pm-9:30pm

Once again, this bootcamp is NOT for beginners with limited audition experience. To apply, send your photo and resume to: liroffcasting@sbcglobal.net

Once approved, we will send back a confirming email with the details of where to make payment.

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Dallas Travers – Actor’s Career Coach gives tips on getting a Great Headshot.

January 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment

If you need guidance managing your career, I highly recommend going to a professional.

Dallas Travers generously offers a free audio file of marketing advice for actors. Listen to the whole thing. She gives the best tips on preparing for a headshot session. Check it out!

http://www.thrivingartistcircle.com/index.php

Check out her Website and Book!

http://www.dallastravers.com

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Actors Headshots L.A. Thanks Subscribers

January 4, 2010 · 1 Comment

Happy New Year!!!!  2010

I noticed that I have subscribers to this blog! Now that is the case I must be more diligent with offering more content that is relevant to the topic of navigating your acting career.

What kind of advice are you looking for?  Reviews of acting schools?  Casting director insights?  How to get an Agent in L.A.?  Talent Managers?  You ask and I will find the answers.

Much love in 2010.

Follow Your Bliss!!!!!!!

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Helena Santos and Louis Lombardi advice for Actors in Hollywood.

October 13, 2009 · Leave a Comment

You have to watch this interview with Actor Louis Lombardi by Helena Santos.

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When Kaizen Headshots Los Angeles hits #8 on Google search – Actors save money!

September 12, 2009 · Leave a Comment

I’m pleased as punch to see Kaizen Photography on the first page of Google when you search the terms “Headshots L.A.”

So pleased that I’m offering $40 off any headshot session so long as this site remains on the first page.

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How to save money on your headshots: 2 for 1 Deal at Argentum and Kaizen Photography.

August 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment

The good folks at Argentum Photo Lab are offering actors a great 2 for 1 deal for the month of August.

This deal sounds so good, I’m matching their offer by offering a two shoots for the price of one.

You’ll book your first session with me and get a second session free.  This gives you an opportunity to update your headshots within 18 months!

Book soon!  Offer ends August 31.  (additional discounts and specials do not apply)

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The Luckiest Actors in Hollywood

July 24, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Professional actors and Luck

Here are a few things you can do to improve your chances of being recognized as a professional.

1. Practice or study your craft.
2. Make contacts and nurture professional relationships.
3. Arrive prepared and on time.

Do these three things consistently well and you will have one half of the luck equation.

Luck = Preparedness + Opportunity

Great headshots come from being prepared.  Click here:  How to Prepare

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How to get Great Headshots in Los Angeles : “A Headshot is not a photograph, it is a marketing tool.” – Bonnie Gillespie

February 10, 2009 · 2 Comments

Actors in Los Angeles need to know what makes a great Headshot.

I’ve been reading L.A. casting Director Bonnie Gillespie’s latest edition of Self Management For Actors.
It is the most comprehensive guide to managing your career as an actor in Los Angeles.

In it she talks about Primary Type. Creating a Headshot that does its job as a marketing tool takes knowing your Primary Type – What buyers (Agents / Manager/ Casting Directors / Directors / Audience) want to buy from you as an actor.

To get a Headshot that gets you called in by Casting Directors you must know what it is you are selling as an individual and find a way to capture that image in an 8 x 10 Photo.

Bonnie posted a great Musecast video on her Facebook page from actress Helenna Santos.

Check out Helenna’s and all the Musecast Videos on YouTube.

If you are serious about a career in acting I urge you to get Self Management for Actors by Bonnie Gillespie. It will help you become more proactive in your career.

Stimulate the local Economy by picking it up it up at your local bookstore or ordering it at Amazon.

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Kaizen Photography and Sandra Oh

February 9, 2009 · Leave a Comment

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Sandra Oh recieving the ACTRA Award of Excellence, Los Angeles, California
Sandra Oh recieving the ACTRA Award of Excellence, Los Angeles, California

 

I recently had a chance to photograph Sandra Oh at the Canadian Consular’s residence, where she received the Award of Excellence from the Canadian actors union ACTRA. She is best known for her role in the Emmy Award winning T.V. series Grey’s Anatomy, where she plays Dr. Christina Yang. Ms. Oh was gracious and enthusiastic about receiving the award.

She talked of her days as a new actor fresh out of National Theatre School in Montreal. A proponent of the Theatre and Arts education she shared the importance of the Arts in her life and work.

The event was full of Canadian actors who live and work in L.A.  A highlight for me was meeting Anthony De Longis for the second time. He is an America with Canadian working status and a member of ACTRA. We first met at the ACTRA Award of Excellence presentation for Kiefer Sutherland.  Anthony is a horseman and weapons master specializing in sword and bullwhip. He’s trained Michelle Pfeifer and Harrison Ford to use the Bullwhip in their respective roles as Catwoman and Indiana Jones. You’ll recognize him in a cool fight scene with Jet Lee in the Wu Shu movie “Fearless

Also in attendance was ACTRA Award of Excellence recipient Tanya Lee Williams from Young and the Restless and Emmy Award winner Gordon Clapp from NYPD Blue.

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Liisa Evastina – Los Angeles Chinatown Shoot by Kaizen Headshots

January 15, 2009 · Leave a Comment

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Meet Liisa Evastina.  She’s a talented Actress, Model, and Martial Artist.  She recently launched her new website featuring many photos from Kaizen Photography Headshots.

Check out Liisa’s  Website.

http://www.liisaevastina.com

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