Stewart Cohen spoke with film and commercial actress Cristina Martinez to discuss how to self tape for auditions, and how to succeed as an actor in the world of virtual casting. Cristina, who's no stranger to an SC Pictures set, shared valuable tips and tricks that she uses to put her best foot forward in every audition.
Cristina Martinez opens up about her personal experiences navigating the shift from traditional, in-person auditions to the increasingly popular virtual casting process. She shares expert advice on how to set up your audition space — including lighting, camera positioning, and creating a clean, distraction-free background that helps your performance stand out. With simple yet effective adjustments, Cristina demonstrates how any actor can transform their living space into a professional self-tape studio.
Through this discussion, aspiring actors can hear about the discipline it takes to make it in this industry from someone who's been doing it full-time for 10 years. Cristina knows what it takes to book that next job, and Stewart was grateful for the opportunity to share her expertise with the world.
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