How to Make an Acting Resume w/ NO EXPERIENCE!

How to Create Your Own Acting Resume

Importance of a Resume for Actors

• An actor's resume serves as a calling card, typically paired with a headshot, showcasing the actor and their body of work.

• Even without credits, a resume is crucial; it demonstrates professionalism and readiness for auditions by including special skills, physical attributes, training, and contacts.

• Casting directors expect actors to bring both a headshot and resume to auditions regardless of experience level.

Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Resume

Initial Setup

• Start with a blank document in your word processor. Type your name in bold at the top.

• Insert your headshot in the top left corner; resize it appropriately and add borders for professionalism.

Formatting Your Resume

• Use simple fonts like Arial or Helvetica; avoid overly decorative fonts that may detract from readability.

• Include contact information (email address and website if applicable), ensuring headers are bolded for clarity.

Physical Attributes & Skills Section

• Add sections for physical attributes (height, weight, eye color, hair color), using dark gray text for secondary headers to maintain focus on primary ones.

• Change "Physical Attributes" to "Special Skills," listing any relevant talents beyond acting (e.g., sports or artistic abilities).

Experience & Training Sections

• If you have theater experience from school plays, list them with the play name on the left side and character name in the middle.

• For those without performance credits, create a "Training" section detailing acting classes attended along with instructor names.

Final Touches on Your Resume

• Ensure proper alignment throughout the document; use double spacing between sections to enhance readability.

Monologue Submission Reaction

Overview of Monologue Submission Process

• The video includes reactions to monologues submitted by viewers via Instagram. Instructions are provided on how to submit these performances.

Specific Feedback on Hope Harrison's Monologue

Performance Insights

• The monologue performed is from Neil Simon's Brighton Beach Memoirs, highlighting themes of independence and familial relationships.

Critique Points

• Suggestions include cropping excess space above her head in videos for better framing during performances.

• Emphasis is placed on showing emotion before delivering lines; facial expressions should reflect internal thoughts more vividly.

Emotional Delivery

• Encouragement is given to practice emotional expression through facial changes during delivery—this enhances connection with the audience.

Overall Impression

• The monologue has depth and complexity; feedback encourages building emotional intensity throughout performance while maintaining authenticity.