Sample Resumes

Acting Resume Tips

A professional acting resume is a written copy of any previous acting work you might have done. In your resume make sure you list the roles you've played in movies, TV serials or plays, your training (if any) and all other skills. Other skills may also include things like juggling and skateboarding.

You need not list everything you have done in your career. You only need to emphasize on the most important roles and may be other performances that had some weight.

It is advisable to produce an acting resume that accurately presents your experience and achievements. This document should ideally be a one-page document that lists your Theatrical, Stage, Film, TV and Commercial experience. A good idea is to sub-divide your acting resume so that each part of your career is clearly explained.

Awards and Honors are critical information and should be acknowledged properly. Training and education, both formal and informal, should be detailed along with membership of professional affiliations.

• Don't lie about your experience or make up something just to fill in the skills area.
• Do not make a resume larger that 8.5 x 11. If possible stick to the fundamental size of one page resume.
• Your resume should be well readable by others, so take care of the appropriate font size.
• Make sure the headshot shows your face.
• If possible include a headshot that is better or more glamorous.
• The contact information should be up-to-date.
• Create an email address just for your acting resume.
• Emphasize on your education and training to add strength to your resume.