Bubbly Casting Director and Penguin in the Room client Nicci Topping from Topps Casting visited the penguin pool this week to answer some casting and online marketing related questions.
Casting Director Nicci Topping
Follow Nicci on twitter @niccitopping and Facebook.
Whats the biggest misconception about casting directors?
That we give actors a hard time. But saying that, we are brutally honest!
Which do you prefer London or Manchester?
Both, as long as we are casting a great project it doesn’t matter where it is!
What are you up to at the moment?
Up to my eyes in scripts…
Top casting tips for actors?
- Make sure you listen to the casting director, and act accordingly to the direction thats been given
- Do not be late
- Dress appropriately
- Make sure you are fully aware about the part you are auditioning for
- Look pleased to be there
- Please don’t waste our time
What do you think of social media?
It’s a great tool if you can use it properly!
You are on twitter and Facebook, do you post castings?
It depends what I am looking for…… but yes sometimes!
Do you think it’s important for actors to be aware of their online presence?
Yes i do a lot of people in the business don’t realise how important it is nowadays.
Do you chat to actors on twitter?
Yes. You can find me @niccitopping
Do you google actors?
Yes always!
If you do google an actor and nothing comes up, what do you think?
Where are they?
What do you think about actor’s websites?
I think they are a great idea! Great additional PR. It makes them look professional.
Well there you have it some top tips from a lady in the know! See some of the awesome projects Nicci has cast at her website: www.toppscasting.co.uk
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