Are you ready for Episodic season? Our team at Michael Roud Photography has created a checklist that will help you prep to seize the opportunities that come your way during this bustling time. The next few months will be chock full of TV opportunity for new actors! Make sure you are ready to go with our “Checklist for Episodic Season Success” below! 

Marketing Materials:
__ Are my headshots current and character specific? 
__ Do I have hard copies of my pics and resumes? 
__ Is my rez updated and looking sleek?
__ Are my online profiles also up-to-date? (personal website, Actors Access, IMDb profile)
__ Is my reel representative of what I can play right now?

Looking good:
__ Are my audition clothes chosen, ironed, and ready to wear? 
__ Is my haircut fresh?
__ Do I have blot powder (and appropriate makeup ladies) to look my best?
__ Do I have spare printer ink to print out those fabulous last-minute sides?
__ Do I have camera access to put myself on tape when asked to? 
__ Do I have a current workout routine to keep me in fighting shape?
__ Do I have a travel case filled with what I need to get “camera ready”on the go?

Feeling confident:
__ Am I enrolled in a class where I can practice my audition scenes?
__ Do I have an acting partner-in-crime I can call the night before my big audition? 
__ Do I have an acting coach I could book for a private session if need be?
__ Do I have a set warm up routine that makes me feel ready before a big audition?
__ Do I have a support system I can call post a good (or gasp, bad) audition?
__ Can I practice “bouncing back” after rejection? 
__ Do I have other things to talk about besides acting if casting wants to chat?
__ Have I distanced myself from any negative “friends” that bring me down? 
__ Do I have a healthy way of dealing with jealousy?

Understanding the biz:
__ Am I familiar with all the TV shows on right now? 
__ Do I understand what type of roles I can play right now? 
__ Do I have a list of who is casting what?
__ Do I know what specific shows I want to be on?
__ Do I have a list of actors that are similar in type to me?

Using my connections:
__ Do I have a list of casting directors who know my work?
__ Does my representation know my strengths? 
__ Have I reconnected with my industry contacts lately? 
__ Do my reps know if I can work as a local hire in any other states?

Logistics:
__ Is my day job flexible? 
__ Am I available, in town, and making sure not to plan any conflicting vacations? 
__ Is my phone bill paid and service working correctly?
__ Am I caught up to date with my emails? 
__ Do I have money in my bank account in case an opportunity arises I need to jump on?
__ Is my car really reliable?
__ Do I have snacks and water in my car in case I need energy before a last minute audition? 
__ Is my internet ready to connect me to whatever information I need quickly? 
__ Are my license and passport valid?