Industry Guides & Career Advice
Read our helpful guides and top tips from experts and discover how to make a successful career in the film industry. We cover everything from finding your first job in film, insider knowledge on auditions, explaining what everyone does on a film set, how to perfect a self-tape, finding an agent and much more...
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How to find an agent
How to Get an Agent? Agents are the conduit between directors, casting directors and the actor. -
Staying safe online and at auditions
When auditioning for a part it doesn't do any harm to ensure your own safety and security. This is a very basic guide on things to consider. -
Become a Director of Photography
If you aspire to be a Cinematographer or Director of Photography, then your journey starts within the camera department. -
So you want to be an actor: Should I go to Drama School?
Choosing a drama school -
Top Tips For Acting Auditions & Castings
A quick guide to auditioning and interviewing at dance and drama schools - what to expect and how to prepare. -
A Guide to Life on Tour
On the road again with Ashley Andrew's journal about musical theatre on tour! -
Making Connections on the Mandy Network
Connections allow you to link with friends, colleagues and potential collaborators on the Mandy Network. -
Irene Cotton, CDG offers Free careers advice for Actors
Following a CCP Surgery with Irene Cotton here we share her key advice on agents, headshots and approach to casting directors. -
5 Top Tips on Getting Good Headshots
Choosing the right headshot is essential for any performer. Remember, it's your calling card! -
How to sing in a West End musical and tour the world!
This surgery was an exciting collaboration between mandy singers and mandy actors. -
What Should a Headshot Say About Your Child?
A professional headshot is one of the key criteria for being a member of Mandy Kids. -
Beginner's Guide for Child Actors and Models
Your child has expressed an interest in performing arts. What happens next? -
So you want to be an actor: Getting The Perfect Headshot
What should your headshot say about you? What to avoid in a headshot, where to get your headshot done. -
Rehearsal and Recording Studios
Here is a list of some of the best rehearsal and recording studios around the country. -
Young Filmmaker vs. The World
11 tips for young filmmakers to build a strong foundation for success -
Tips for better Self-Taping
Read these insiders' tips from a Casting Director on how to do better self tapes -
How to get the right headshots
Charlotte Thornton shares her tips on how to get headshots that fit your acting style -
How to Master your Monologue
How-to Master your Monologue -
10 Tips from casting director Ginny Schiller
Our recent Mandy Surgery with casting director Ginny Schiller provided tailored career advice to all shortlisted candidates -
5 Tips from Jacob Sparrow (National Theatre Casting)
Read 5 top tips shared by Jacob Sparrow from the National Theatre Casting Department and keep your eyes peeled for our next Surgery!