Brian Breaks Character

Buckle up, actors, cuz this episode is about to step up your audition game 🚀 In this episode, I sat down with Mel Brown, the Customer Success Manager for Performers at Spotlight, and trust me, you're going to want to hear this.
If you've ever stared at your Spotlight profile and thought, "Am I doing this right?" — I've gotchu! 💁‍♂️
Here are just a few juicy takeaways:
🎯 How to optimize your profile so casting directors actually find you

🚫 The biggest mistakes actors make on Spotlight (and how to fix them, stat!)

🌍 Why you need to be on Spotlight (even if you're not in the UK)

This is only one of my four-part series devoted to helping you get the most out of these casting sites.
REMINDER:💰You already pay for these sites — you deserve to get your money's worth!
👉 So make sure to check out episodes 134, 135 and 136 where I delve into Casting Workbook, Actors Access and Casting Networks.
Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? 
Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻‍♂️
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Listen to #132 with David Flynn from Spotlight
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🎙️Get ready to level up your audition game because in this episode, I chat with Lucky Mackey, Client Success Manager at Talent Systems, and Katie O'Connor, Enterprise Sales Manager for the West Coast at Casting Networks. We dig into all things casting networks—especially how you can make your profile work for you, not against you. 💥
If you're ready to make your profile shine ✨ and get seen, this episode is for you!
Here's what you'll learn:  
What kind of headshots casting directors need to see 👀

How to use multiple takes during self-tapes 🎬 to your advantage without overthinking it

All about the new features and global opportunities 🌍 on Casting Networks and why now's the time to update that profile.📲

This is only one of my four-part series devoted to helping you get the most out of these casting sites.
REMINDER:💰You already pay for these sites — you deserve to get your money's worth!
👉 So make sure to check out episodes 134, 136, and 137 where we delve into Casting Workbook, Casting Networks and Spotlight.
Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? 
Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻‍♂️
A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects 
Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
 
CONNECT WITH CASTING NETWORKS
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https://www.instagram.com/castingnetworks/
Website
http://castingnetworks.com/
 
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If you're looking to get noticed by casting directors and make your profile really work for you, this episode is full of practical advice to help you stand out. I sat down with Blair Hickey—consultant for Breakdown Services & Actors Access, and founder of CastingAbout—to dish out how to get casting directors to notice you. 💥 
We're talking about why your profile isn't just "a thing you fill out"—it's your key 🔑 to unlock opportunities.
Listen & Learn: 
Why a fully filled-out profile helps casting directors pitch you with confidence 👍

How your headshots should sell your unique vibe 😎

Why staying up-to-date on what casting directors are working on right now can give you a competitive edge—and get you called in 📝

This is only one of my four-part series devoted to helping you get the most out of these casting sites.
REMINDER:💰You already pay for these sites — you deserve to get your money's worth!
👉 So make sure to check out episodes 134, 136, and 137 where we delve into Casting Workbook, Casting Networks and Spotlight.
Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? 
Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻‍♂️
A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects 
Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
 
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https://www.instagram.com/actorsaccess
Website
https://castingabout.com
https://actorsaccess.com
 
Listen to #74 HOW TO SAY THANK YOU (without being weird)
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Join Casting Workbook Now 👇👇 https://signup.castingworkbook.com/register/actor?src=brian-patacca
You know me as the go-to guy to get more auditions with your casting profiles. 👨🏻‍✈️💪

So, when Casting Workbook popped into my inbox, my first thought was, "Do we really need another casting site?!?" 🙄

But then, I discovered you can submit FOR FREE! ← Sounds too good to be true, amiright? No other casting site offers that... 🤔

As your self-declared Casting Website Defending Champion, before I introduce you to any other casting site, I had to reach out to their head honcho to get the scoop...

Casting Workbook CEO Susan Fox joins me for this Special Bonus Episode of Brian Breaks Character.

Here are my takeaways from our conversation...

Casting Workbook is not just a game-changer for actors, but for the entire entertainment industry (I'm not being dramatic here... Allllllll the fancy streamers are talking about this
And the One Reason to Rule them All... 💍 🧙🏻‍♂️ Casting Workbook's global platform is committed to bringing FAIR PRICING back to actors. 🙏

LISTEN NOW & LEARN HOW TO:

Maximize your free submissions with Susan's strategies to make your profile standout → And get noticed by CDs around the world 🌎

Use Casting Workbook to auto-create an inexpensive and always-up-to-date website (...so you can quit trying to learn Wix!) 😅

Get a free self-tape setup consultation so you know your tapes stack up with what other actors do 🎬

This episode will open your eyes to why you've gotta join Casting Workbook now...

→ And listen now to hear exactly what you need to know before you click submit (for free)! 🎧

PS: I'm not being paid, or getting a kickback for sharing Casting Workbook with you. I'm sharing it because I believe that casting sites need to be a core focus if you plan to have a successful acting career. Period.
Wanna learn more about how to get more auditions? 
Join me for GIMME GIMME MORE AUDITIONS 🙋🏿‍♀️🙋🏽🙋🏻‍♂️
A Proven 3-Part Framework to Get More Auditions for Worthwhile, Paid Projects 
Snag your spot 👉 https://www.gimmegimmemoreauditions.com/
 
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.
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Listen to:
#133 with Katie O'Connor & Jason Teresi from Casting Networks
https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp133
#132 with David Flynn from Spotlight
https://link.chtbl.com/Ep132
#83 with CastingAbout & Actors Access – Part One
https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp83
#84 with CastingAbout & Actors Access – Part Two
https://link.chtbl.com/BBCEp84
 
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On this episode of Brian Breaks Character, I sat down with the powers that be from Casting Networks (again!), Katie O'Connor, Enterprise Sales Manager (West Coast) 🌴 and Jason Teresi, Client Success Manager 💫. They join me to give the inside scoop on all the exciting developments since the Casting Networks overhaul three years ago, and trust me, they do not disappoint. 🙌
👉 Casting Networks is a staple in this industry and they work hard over there to continuously improve the experience for both actors and casting directors.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
🌍 Global Expansion: Casting Networks is working to establish itself as a global platform. 

📸 Headshot Tips: Ever wondered how many headshots you should have on your profile? Katie and Jason share valuable insights to help you present your best self on your casting profile.

🚫 Avoid This Common Mistake: Find out the biggest mistake actors make on their profiles and why it's crucial to keep your profile updated and fully filled out.

This episode is packed with Casting Networks tips TO MAKE YOUR PROFILE MO' BETTA.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!
 
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