Articles written by Sean Pratt

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One Redhead per Show - An Important Audition Lesson
One good way to explain the casting process to actors is the concept of GOOD vs. USEFUL.
Feb 11, 2012 - Sean Pratt
Working While You're Working – The Hunt for Your Next Acting Job
Just because you're acting in a play doesn't mean you can just kick back and enjoy yourself.
Sep 16, 2011 - Sean Pratt
4 Hats in 1 Box – Thoughts on Home Studio, Audiobook Narration
The challenges that face an actor working from his own studio are multifaceted, interrelated and difficult to master.
Jul 25, 2011 - Sean Pratt
At, To and Through - Observations on Non-Fiction Audio Narration
Through time and experience, there is an evolution in an audiobook narrator's technique and style in relation to how they use the microphone.
Jul 10, 2011 - Sean Pratt
An Interview Tip for Actors – Don't Always Talk About Your Resume
During an interview you have an opportunity to show a new or interesting side of your personality, but most actors don't know where to begin or what to say.
Apr 22, 2011 - Sean Pratt
Third Party Endorsement – You Can't Get a Good Agent Without One
It's not enough for you to say you're a great, professional actor; you need someone else to say it for you.
Oct 18, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Your Film Acting Reel – Composition and Packaging
When putting your demo reel together, it's important to know how it will function and what the finished product will look like.
Oct 9, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Your Film Acting Reel – Concept and Content
Before putting your acting reel together, it's important to understand what it is and what it's supposed to do.
Oct 3, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Guidelines for Creating a Legible Acting Resume
There are five graphics design concepts to keep in mind in order to make the resume's text as clear as possible.
Sep 26, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Form Follows Function – Why Your Actor Resume Isn't Working
The fundamental problem with most actor resumes is that they've been created to do the wrong thing.
Aug 22, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Acting in Industrials – An Overview
Working in training films will not only help you pay the rent but they can provide you with some valuable experience.
Aug 13, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Acting for Film vs. Theatre – It's Not as Complex as You Think!
Here are three basic ideas on how to understand and approach working in front of the camera.
Aug 8, 2010 - Sean Pratt
The Importance of Choosing the Right Promo Picture
What "anchoring" is and why it's so important to the beginning actor's marketing efforts.
Aug 1, 2010 - Sean Pratt
The Power of an Appealing Personality
A positive personality is one of the keys to being a successful actor.
Jul 25, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Graphics Design and the Actor Resume
Understanding the concepts of "The Gutenberg Diagram" and "Highlighting" will help you create an eye-catching resume.
May 29, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actor Advertising 101
Understanding the ideas of "Consistency" and "The Exposure Effect" are important in gauging your advertising efforts.
May 15, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Audio Narrators and the Future of the Voice Acting Industry
Margy Bauman of Audio Scholar shares her thoughts on what she looks for in a narrator and where the industry is headed.
May 9, 2010 - Sean Pratt
An Interview with Publisher Margy Bauman of Audio Scholar
Niche audiobook producer Margy talks about her beginnings in the industry and why she focuses on educational audiobooks.
May 2, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actor's Etiquette at Networking Events
Your behavior while attending an opening night celebration, awards show or cocktail party, can have a definite impact on your career.
Apr 25, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Networking Events and Actor Etiquette
Your behavior when attending an opening night celebration, awards show or cocktail party, can have a definite impact on your career.
Apr 10, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actors and Graphics Design 101
When organizing the information that goes on your advertising materials, it's important to understand the concepts of "chunking" and "stickiness."
Apr 4, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actors Dancing at the Musical Theatre Audition
Here are some dos and don'ts to keep in mind when preparing for the dancing portion of your upcoming audition.
Mar 21, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Taking Class in a Studio Setting
Andy shares his thoughts on the opportunities and limitations of studying in at a studio.
Mar 12, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actors Studying in a Studio Setting
Andy talks about his teaching approach at the ATS.
Mar 5, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Living, Working and Teaching in Kansas City
Andy discusses the founding of the ATS and the Kansas City marketplace.
Feb 26, 2010 - Sean Pratt
An Actor's Work History
The quality and quantity of the body of work you create as an actor is a defining characteristic of being a professional.
Feb 19, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Acting Workshops with Casting Directors
Here are some relevant issues about whether and why attending one might be worth your while and how to prepare for it if you do.
Feb 12, 2010 - Sean Pratt
An Actor's Business Expertise
Developing your non-performer talents is an essential difference between being an amateur and a professional actor.
Feb 5, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actors and Self-Promotion
As if understanding the concepts of self-promotion weren't hard enough, actors have at least three additional problems to surmount.
Jan 29, 2010 - Sean Pratt
An Actor's Health
Maintaining your physical and mental health is an essential difference between being an amateur and a professional actor.
Jan 25, 2010 - Sean Pratt
The Actor's E-Newsletter
Designing and creating an eye-catching and informative e-newsletter can offer actors a great way to market their image and advertise what they're up to.
Jan 16, 2010 - Sean Pratt
An Actor's Education
An in-depth study of the craft of acting is an essential difference between being an amateur and a professional actor.
Jan 11, 2010 - Sean Pratt
Actor Marketing vs. Actor Advertising
All too often actors confuse these two terms, not least because the people teaching them don't understand the difference either.
Dec 19, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor's Cover Letter
A great cover letter tells the reader why you're contacting them and creates a sense of anticipation about evaluating your resume.
Dec 12, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actors Singing at the Musical Theatre Audition
Here are some do's and don'ts to keep in mind when preparing for the singing portion of your upcoming audition.
Nov 27, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor-Director Dialogue
Understanding the director's communication style, as well as your own, will go a long way to helping you effectively communicate with each other.
Nov 20, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actor's Advertising Campaigns
In order to help advance their careers, actors must learn how and when to use the two basic methods of publicity.
Nov 15, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actor's Cold Calling
Mastering the how-to's of cold calling lies at the heart of building up your network.
Nov 7, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actor Marketing Through the Mail
Though it requires more effort, time and money, using the mail can still give you a lot of bang for your advertising buck.
Oct 30, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor-Director Conversation
Understanding the director's style of listening, as well as your own, will go a long way to helping you effectively communicate with each other.
Oct 16, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actor's Business Cycle – Professional Relations
Your participation, attitude and acting performance will be closely watched during and evaluated after each project.
Oct 9, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actors Using Google Alerts
Google Alerts can provide a virtual gold mine of information about the people, places and projects actors want to be involved with.
Oct 3, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor's Business Cycle - Advertising
Actors build an advertising campaign based on their marketing placement and strategy.
Sep 11, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Fighting For the Acting Part
When auditioning for any role it is vital to know the strengths and weaknesses of your competition.
Sep 4, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor's Business Cycle - Marketing
An actor crafts their talents and skills into a specific product/service and then positions themselves in their chosen market.
Aug 28, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Overcoming Challenges in Your Acting Career
There are moments in the life of a beginning actor when circumstances conspire to test their desire and resolve to continue with this profession.
Aug 21, 2009 - Sean Pratt
The Actor's Business Cycle – R & D
Researching who the successful actors are and what they're doing in your market and then developing your talents accordingly is the next step in the ABC™.
Aug 14, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actors and Finances
With apologies to Aesop, here is a reworking of his fable, "The Grasshopper and the Ant" used to illustrate this important issue.
Jul 24, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Actor's Etiquette 102
Whether you're walking onto the stage or into someone's office, your behavior while auditioning will have a definite impact on your chances for success.
Jul 17, 2009 - Sean Pratt
Acting Auditions – Understanding the Director
Actors are constantly worrying about what is going on in the mind of the director at the audition...they shouldn't.
Jul 10, 2009 - Sean Pratt
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