Here are some useful checklists for use in your acting career.

Checklist of Items to Keep In Mind When Seeking Headshots
	Theatrical headshots, either color or black-and-white images should be taken by a professional photographer who specializes in just headshots.
	To secure leads in finding the best photographer for the job, talk to agents, coaches and other actors.
	Study the means for finding the right photographer.
	Generate a short list of potential photographers and interview them each to see which one you are most comfortable with and visit their web site if there is one. This can take the place of the interview.
	Look at books, proof sheets; technical quality of the photograph.
	Make sure the eyes of the photographs reveal some quality.
	Ask to see pictures of people in your age range with similar hair, skin and eye color.
	Consider the photographer’s personality as someone you can get along and feel comfortable with.
	A typical (although not absolute) price range for a session can be $100 to $500.
	Three-quarter shots are an option to take; consider their value.
	Care should be taken to select an appropriate wardrobe for the photo shoot.
	Be aware of the best pictures and current styles, particularly for your industry.
	After obtaining a headshot you like find a service to mass produce copies.

Check List To Discover Your Acting Type The first qualifier of an actor’s type may come through the submission of the headshot and resume which are what agents and casting directors will screen applicants by first. Being the right age for the role. Having the right physical dimensions for the role. Having the right kind of voice for the role. Having special talents the role requires, like dancing. Able to take direction when it is given. Having the right set of skills obtained through training and years of experience. A match with the theatrical requirements of the role. For example, if the part calls for someone to “take charge” (dominate the proceedings) the actor should indicate this ability.

Check List of Things to Know About the Role of An Agent There seems to be no clear path to signing on with a particular agent. If you have a unique contact to make an introduction for you (performers often find agents through fellow performers, drama coaches, managers and industry people), fine. Otherwise it seems the only other way is to work hard at all aspects of your career, particularly getting into productions and raising your profile through publicity efforts, and through appropriate networking.   SAG offers an opportunity for actors to meet agents every year when they present the SAG Annual Agents Showcase. The showcases are known to have a special agents’ evening where you can meet and work in front of prospective agents.   Primarily and principally, the agent’s job is to submit a client’s photo and resume, and negotiate a contract should the actor get the job. It is still incumbent upon the actor to handle much of the marketing of their careers.   Agents are looking for skills and experience. Therefore take the time to study your craft, and building your experience in it by appearing in productions.   A franchised agent means the agent is registered with one or more of the major unions which helps in being submitted for union auditions.   Agents may not charge up-front fees of any kind or require you to go to a specific acting school or use a specific photographer as a condition of representation.   There are two ways you can be represented by an agent: by signing a contract or by freelancing. On the East Coast, actor’s may have a variety of agents; on the West Coast most agents require a contract.   Your resume and photos should be tailored to suit the area of representation in which you are interested. Stage, commercials, film, television, etc., all have unique varying requirements which must be fulfilled

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