subject: How to Prepare An Acting Resume [print this page] I want to focus on preparing an acting resume in this article. If you are an actor looking to get jobs, you need to arm yourself with a properly written resume.
Your acting resume determines, for the most part, if you get a call for an audition. Use 8.5 x 11 sized paper and make sure that you use font size that doesn't strain the eyes. Print or staple your resume at the back of your headshot, and use only one staple. Place the staple on the upper left corner. One tip about headshots, use a glamourous photo that shows your face.
What you should put in your resume: Include your height, eye color and hair color; enumerate the projects you have worked on; skills include hobbies, sports and other languages spoken. It's very important that your contact information is up to date. The contact info is usually the actor's talent manager. I also recommend that you create an e-mail address just for your resume.
Promote yourself. This one-page document is all about showcasing your strengths as an actor. So advertise yourself. Include acting achievements such as awards, and all training and education on acting. If you are a member of any acting club or organization, make a note of this in your resume.
Now that we have covered what should be included in the resume, let's take a look at what you shouldn't do, and shouldn't include in your resume. Don't lie about your acting experience or the skills you possess. Lying is a big no-no. Also, don't staple any reviews or clippings to your resume as they do not really get read and can only get in the way of the person reviewing the resumes.
These are the same guidelines I observe in making my own acting resume. I hope these guidelines would be helpful to you as well.*
