Castings can be scary!
It
is your perfect chance to convince casting directors and book modeling
jobs. I have been to hundreds of different castings as a model all over
the world. In this article I will share my top 7 Tips to nail your
next modeling casting!
1) Positivity
Your mindset will determine your success! I have been to castings where I had to wait in line for many hours. But even when there are 200 other models competing for the same job I keep telling myself: The chances are 50-50! They can either book me for the job or not. They wanted to see me. I have something that they want. Having this positive mindset made me go in a lot more confident and relaxed!
2) Professionalism
Clients
want to work with professionals! Unfortunately many models are said to
be unpunctual and chaotic. It is important for you to prove that you are
different! Always be 5 minutes early to get prepared and take out your
modeling portfolio and comp cards. Avoid chewing gum and take your phone
out of your pockets! No matter how you look like- casting directors
will always prefer to work with somebody who is professional!
3) Socialize
You
have to get them to like you! Sure, it is primarily about your look.
But if you are able to break the ice and have a fun conversation with
clients your chances of booking the job go up dramatically. You want
them to remember you! So once you get to a casting start talking to the
receptionist, other models or whoever is there. Never look at your
phone. This will help you to break the ice and make them remember you
when you introduce yourself!
4) Be Yourself
Being
natural and authentic will shine the most. This goes both for your look
and your behavior. Don’t wear crazy hairstyles or a lot of make up.
Just show yourself in your natural state. They want to see who you
really are. Never try to be super energetic or funny. Your energy level
should definitely be a bit higher but never force or try to hard to
stand out. Casting directors respect authenticity a lot more!
5) Simple Outfit
Wear what you feel comfortable in! You are selling yourself and not the
clothes you’re wearing. I always go for a simple black T-shirt and
comfortable jeans with white sneakers. If I was wearing a suit I would
probably feel more stiff and self-conscious at the casting. A lot of
times you will also have to try on their clothes so having a simple
outfit will make it easier to get changed.
6) Power Pose
Walk in with the confidence of a Gorilla! Your body associates your
posture with certain emotions. By actively lifting up your arms and
opening your chest you will trick your body into feeling more confident.
This is another reason to not look at your phone. You can check Marioa
Instagram updates after your casting 😉 Get up, stretch your body for 2
minutes and make yourself as tall as possible. This will give you an
instant confidence boost!
7) Have Fun!
Make fun the priority and good things will happen! This pretty much goes
for anything in life. Whenever I desperately want something it is very
hard for me to relax. Now, whenever I go to a casting I am looking
forward to talking to new people and facing a new challenge. Being less
goal oriented was a huge game changer for me. If people see that you are
sharing joy and having fun they will connect with you. Besides, why in
the world are we doing anything if we’re not having fun?!
Never take it personal!
You
will not book every casting! That’s a fact. On average I go to over 10
castings before booking a job. No matter how many times you are
rejected, don’t take it personal. A lot of times clients just want a
specific look. I lost jobs because of my tattoos, my skin tone or just
the fact that I was not looking “ethical” enough.
Follow those 7 steps, be professional, have fun in the process and you will be successful!