How Do You Create An Actors Portfolio?
An actor’s portfolio serves as an introduction to agents and casting directors. You have very little time to capture attention, but glitzy or gimmicky portfolios generally end up in the trash. Instead, create a well-structured, professional portfolio that contains only the critical information. Your portfolio contents may vary slightly depending on your previous experience. Have professional head shots taken. Modeling shots, prom pictures, snapshots and vacation photos will tag you as an amateur and may result in your portfolio being thrown away. Proper head shots are of your face and neck only. Your expression should be friendly but neutral. Avoid big grins. Professional head shots are black and white, not color. Create an acting resume. The resume details your recent experience and lists only the year, role and production company. Do not provide pay details. If you have experience in a variety of media, such as stage and film, create a resume section for each type of experience. Some
