, casting directors, managers producers and other industry experts. It opens the door to a world of characters. It creates a world of opportunity and a greater chance of being cast. An effective headshot will tell the industry professional what type you are and what you can be cast as.
The secret to a great headshot is finding out your type. Know your type before setting up an interview with an industry expert. Learn the basic types and then choose what fits you best. Pay a tremendous amount of attention to the word "unique." Beating the industry professional to the punch and making it easier on them will increase your chances of being called in and doing business with them. In addition you will be perceived as a great business person someone who understands how this business works and how to get cast. Booking a job is not an accident. It requires a lot of planning and dedication. Not having an effective headshot not knowing what your type is not planning and being specific will seriously damage your career. It will be like being in no mans land.
Bottom line what should a headshot do for you? This powerful tool will do one thing. Sell you! Just like any other product out there that is being sold a headshot will sell you. You are the product. Follow these simple steps and you are on your way to a successful career.