Episode 609: Shaz Bennett - Special Edition: Booked & Busy Actors Retreat

About this episode

Shaz Bennett discusses how actors can improve their self-tapes and what casting directors are looking for.

Showrunner Shaz Bennett (Queen Sugar, Bosch) reveals what makes a self-tape stand out—and what casting is really looking for. A must-listen for actors who want to stop guessing and start booking. Casting Network: For a limited time, Casting Networks is offering our listeners $65 off a Premium Annual membership when you use the code "THINKBIGGER" at checkout, and start submitting to casting calls right away. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.castingnetworks.com/promo-codes/ to learn more. CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: @thinkbiggercoaching WHO IS THIS GUY? Check me out at: www.thinkbiggercoaching.com CONNECT WITH SHAZ Instagram: @shazbennett

People in this episode

Host: DaJuan Johnson

Guest: Shaz Bennett

Topics covered

• self-tape
• casting
• acting
• auditioning
• booked actors
• retreat

Keywords

• self-tape
• casting calls
• acting tips
• audition techniques
• Shaz Bennett
• Think Bigger Coaching

Sponsors

Casting Networks

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Think Bigger Coaching

Books & works: Queen Sugar, Bosch

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