So, I noticed on one of the recent threads someone mentioned they don't audition (I assume casting would be done from show reel and online portfolios) and I wanted to ask if it is reasonable to apply for an acting job/opportunity yet state you do not audition?
I ask because I still like to participate in unpaid opportunities if the script is good, a seemingly rare occurrence as of late, and if the company conduct themselves with a modicum of professionalism i.e. receiving a generic e-mail asking me to forward my contact details when I have already provided them in my application is never a good sign and usually means they can't be bothered!
Is it cheeky to apply for an opportunity, yet refuse to be auditioned? Am I being pretentious in thinking that my body of work so far should be enough to convince someone offering an unpaid opportunity that I am right for the job? Or should I hold my skills in a higher regard than to be running around London auditioning for unpaid work?
I don't want to dilute the thread by sparking off the debate of whether or not actors should participate in unpaid work, simply asking for peoples opinions regarding auditioning for unpaid work.
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