TOP APPS FOR ACTORS
As an actor there are many Apps to check out and use as tools in your arsenal. (Using the Camera App to take selifes doesn’t count.) You’re lucky to be living in the 21st century because you have available resources like these nifty phone apps that will help you hone your acting skills, network with other actors and casting directors, and you can even submit yourself for auditions right from your phone!
IMDb Price: FREE!
This on-the-go version of the Internet Movie Data Base will help you out when you are trying to look up a director’s credits or look up the name of that actor you just met in line at Starbucks. As a member of IMDb Pro, you have access to contact information for casting directors and other members of IMDb!
Screenplay Price: $4.99
This screenwriting app allows you to write movie and TV screenplays on your mobile device. Perfect for those times when you want to pretend to text people while you are waiting alone at a bar.
Heads Up! Price: $0.99
Work on your Improv skills with the Heads Up! App where you can keep videos of your hilarious games and watch them back and share to Facebook.
Netflix Price: FREE! (But you need an account)
You can watch Orange Is The New Black while you are sitting on the toilet. Try and tell me about a better vision of paradise.
iPerform Price: $9.99
This terrific app tracks an actor’s auditions, bookings, industry-related contacts, expenses, and much more, elegantly integrated and at your fingertips.
Actor’s Access Mobile (24.99)
Yes, it’s pricey, but as all submissions turn electronic and hard-copy submissions go the way of the buggy whip, this handy app is on the cutting edge, allowing actors to submit themselves for auditions easily and on the fly. Important note: You must already be a member of Showfax (its online submission component) to use this app.
Actsophia Price: FREE!
This all-in-one actor’s app features training, auditioning, submission, performing, career tracking and networking tips.
Scene Partner Price: FREE!
Learn your lines by inputting your own script (The Script Conversion Fee is only $1.99) or using one of the many e-Scripts provided by Music Theatre International, Samuel French and Dramatists Play Service. Includes Cast, Listen and Record Features FREE
TCM Trivia Price: FREE!
Questions from several genres including Pop Culture cinema, Musicals & Romance, Tough Guys, Behind the Camera and more!
