Auditions

As this unit involves creating short films alongside the media course, we had to undertake auditions so that we could be cast (by media). I had previously prepared for the auditions by rehearsing the scenes given and thoroughly reading the character briefs (to make sure I understood their personality's). The two films I prepared for were called "finding Rosamund"and "Zombie Vs Man"!.
As this was my first experience of an audition I unsure if what to expect, so I suppose I managed to create an image in my head of around 3-4 people with stern faces analysing your every move, Of course it actually wasn't anything like that, I mean they are analysing everything but they were all very friendly and supportive.


Audition- (Finding Rosamund)
During the audition I was given a different part of the script to use, I haven't really done sight reading before so I just put as much emotion into the lines as possible (as the character is highly emotional herself). I took a bit to long to say some of the lines due to nerves and having small mind blanks. Overall the audition was in reality much less frightening than I had anticipated, yet I can't say I enjoyed it.
Audition- (zombie Vs Man)
This audition was a completely different experience , It was much quicker and the media crew working on the film were quieter (probably quite shy). I know I didn't do very well during this audition as I rushed it which means my intonation probably wasn't great. I also held the script up infront of my face too much.


It was a good experience which has given me a better understanding of auditions and how they work. I now know what I need to improve for future auditions e.g try to calm down before the audition, don't rush the script! and rehearse and prepare as much as possible. sWhat are directors actually looking for/not looking for in auditions ?

• They like to see you arrive prepared and focused
• Actors/actress's who take the character and film seriously
• They like to see that you have thought about the character and their emotions
• A good use of facial expression (if right for the character) and vocal tone
• somebody who suits the role
• They disapprove of actors who constantly hold the script so that it hides their face and shows they haven't made an effort to learn the lines
• They prefer people with a level of experience
• Actors/actress's to be reliable and able to work in a team
• Actors/actress's have to be punctual as time is money