The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA

Ep. 277: The Lie We Believe About Headshots

The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA

Show Notes

Do you feel like you always look bad in photos, no matter what you do?

A lot of actors and other professionals feel nervous in front of the camera. You may worry about your skin, your weight, your age, or what other people will think.

But most people are not looking at those small flaws. They are paying much more attention to your expression and how you come across.

In this episode, you’ll discover: Why you may judge your own headshots much harder than anyone else does. What casting directors and other people really notice when they look at your photo. Why feeling more relaxed in front of the camera can help your headshots feel more natural and real.

Play this episode to learn how changing the way you think about photos can help you feel more confident and get stronger headshots.

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