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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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. -
Top TV Casting Director Ben Cogan CV Advice for Actors
Ben is known for his enthusiasm, energy and character - these attributes are never more evident than in his workshops and casting sessions. -
5 Top Tips on Getting Good Headshots
Choosing the right headshot is essential for any performer. Remember, it's your calling card! -
Top Directors & TV Soap Actress give advice for Actors
Top TV Soap Directors give advice for Actors -
Showreel advice for Actors from Jane Deitch, CDG
Following a CCP Surgery with Jane Deitch here we share her key advice on showreels. -
Showreel advice for Actors from Sue Needleman, CDG
Casting director, Sue Needleman, CDG joined us at the November 2014 and January 2015 Surgery sessions. -
Advice for Actors from Hollyoaks Casting Director Peter Hunt
Top tips and advice for Actors from Hollyoaks Casting Director Peter Hunt -
Screen Acting Advice from HOLLYOAKS Director Adrian Bean
Adrian is an award-winning director and writer who began his career in theatre. He now has over 20 years' experience in TV and radio drama. -
How to sing in a West End musical and tour the world!
This surgery was an exciting collaboration between mandy singers and mandy actors. -
How to become a Makeup Artist - Career Advice
How to be a makeup artist in the film and tv industry? -
Top Tips on Self-taping by Casting Director Manuel Puro
-"Frame close in on your face - your eyes are the most important element so we want to see them clearly." -
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. -
The Producer's View
Birgitte Wangensteen Ponissi is a Junior Producer at a leading international family entertainment broadcaster... -
Rehearsal and Recording Studios
Here is a list of some of the best rehearsal and recording studios around the country.