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mrjpcool
Posted on 02:39 AM on Sat, Nov 08 2008

My list of profile ;)

This is a list of the sites I am on:

1. http://paperstacker.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
2. http://community.urbanretrolifestyle.com/p...arsearchcasting
3. http://ghettobrothers.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
4. http://www.dipinthemix.com/profile/starsearchcasting
5. http://developer.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
6. http://www.kevjumba.com/profile/starsearchcasting
7. http://jodee.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
8. http://www.davidchoimusic.com/profile/starsearchcasting
9. http://www.shimmycocopuffsss.com/profile/starsearchcasting
10. http://community.happyslip.com/profile/starsearchcasting
11. http://fez.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
12. http://playa.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
13. http://sarabear.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
14. http://singlove40.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
15. http://johnz.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
16. http://ucsoccer.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
17. http://emos.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
18. http://sp.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
19. http://thebaddestout.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
20. http://www.kevinmichael.com/profile/starsearchcasting
21. http://americansuperstarmag.flux.com/profi...arsearchcasting
22. http://bambam.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
23. http://community.twitchfilm.net/profile/starsearchcasting
24. http://getrich.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
25. http://badboi.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
26. http://www.addictedtorock.com/profile/starsearchcasting
27. http://www.hardknock.tv/profile/starsearchcasting
28. http://teeswag.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
29. http://queenboybenz.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
30. http://www.bruceirons.com/profile/starsearchcasting
31. http://rally.travispastrana.com/profile/starsearchcasting
32. http://kdthatruth.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
33. http://flip.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
34. http://brenda.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
35. http://abydos.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
36. http://dtprecords.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
37. http://community.shadyrecords.com/profile/starsearchcasting
38. http://starsearchcasting.flux.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
39. http://community.shadyrecords.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
40. http://community.mtvtr3s.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
41. http://community.3hive.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
42. http://www.50cent.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
43. http://www.adamjonesfmx.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
44. http://community.ateaseweb.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
45. http://community.artsucks.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
46. http://community.jackassworld.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
47. http://community.bigstereo.net/profile/elitecastingnetwork
48. http://www.chadreedracing.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
49. http://rubberbandboy7.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
50. http://www.buckylasekskate.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
51. http://www.halfwaytohazard.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
52. http://community.vh1classic.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
53. http://community.atom.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
54. http://community.colbertnation.com/profile...ecastingnetwork
55. http://www.sk8site.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
56. http://developer.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
57. http://community.subterraneanblog.com/prof...ecastingnetwork
58. http://community.tankfarmfuturesounds.com/...ecastingnetwork
59. http://community.happiestgaycouple.com/pro...ecastingnetwork
60. http://community.i4u.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
61. http://community.jaunted.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
62. http://www.johnhopkins21.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
63. http://community.liljononline.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
64. http://community.thehobbitsite.com/profile...ecastingnetwork
65. http://community.manandwife.tv/profile/elitecastingnetwork
66. http://community.vh1.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
67. http://community.meathaus.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
68. http://www.mimsmusic.net/profile/elitecastingnetwork
69. http://community.jholiday.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
70. http://community.rapbasement.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
71. http://community.sherylcrow.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
72. http://community.dubcnn.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
73. http://www.eddiewall.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
74. http://community.egotastic.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
75. http://community.esmeeworld.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
76. http://www.davemirra.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
77. http://www.dane-reynolds.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
78. http://community.tricesworld.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
79. http://www.ryansheckler.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
mega_shok.gif . http://www.scarykidssociety.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
81. http://www.ohnonotstereo.net/profile/elitecastingnetwork
82. http://community.popbytes.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
83. http://www.pcdmusic.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
84. http://www.ryanguettler.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
85. http://www.ryannyquist.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
86. http://community.cashmoney-records.com/pro...ecastingnetwork
87. http://youcanwin.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
88. http://babyace.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
89. http://community.atom.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
90. http://dtprecords.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
91. http://queenboybenz.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
92. http://sarabear.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
93. http://106andpark.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
94. http://www.tagworld.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
95. http://mickeymouse.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
96. http://fromfirsttolast.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
97. http://maryondatopmodel.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
98. http://community.divareport.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
99. http://www.angelboi.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
100. http://wtfunk.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
101. http://jobros.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
102. http://community.girliciousmusic.com/profi...ecastingnetwork
103. http://soundtrack.mtv.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
104. http://community.x17online.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
105. http://liltwistlilza.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
106. http://diamond-boy.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
107. http://realistpeople.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
108. http://josip.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
109. http://sexmoneyattitudes.flux.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
110. http://www.wallflowers.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
111. http://community.whoateallthepies.tv/profi...ecastingnetwork
112. http://www.ysabellabrave.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
113. http://www.nateadams.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
114. http://community.nikeskateboarding.org/pro...ecastingnetwork
115. http://moto.travispastrana.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
116. http://community.theplugg.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
117. http://www.shaolintempleofboom.com/profile...ecastingnetwork
118. http://www.realworlddailies.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
119. http://www.myterrapin.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
120. http://d-s-g.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
121. http://community.urbanretrolifestyle.com/p...ecastingnetwork
122. http://paperstacker.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
123. http://community.blender.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
124. http://fourfour.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
125. http://hollywoodtuna.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
126. http://ghettobrothers.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
127. http://www.dipinthemix.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
128. http://www.kevjumba.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
129. http://jodee.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
130. http://www.davidchoimusic.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
131. http://theq.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
132. http://majesty.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
133. http://theybf.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
134. http://freshy-fresh.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
135. http://www.playarabbit.biz/profile/elitecastingnetwork
136. http://community.tokiohotel-us.com/profile...ecastingnetwork
137. http://dboy.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
138. http://ctprince.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
139. http://vipstatusevents.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
140. http://www.daddyyankeecustom.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
141. http://community.pitbullmusic.com/profile/...ecastingnetwork
142. http://903806.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
143. http://twsanctuary.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
144. http://josipondeck.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
145. http://ashleesimpson.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
146. http://protestthehero.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
147. http://watchbmx.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
148. http://broadwayk.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
149. http://shawnswifey.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
150. http://nballin.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
151. http://fez.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
152. http://playa.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
153. http://community.happyslip.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
154. http://www.shimmycocopuffsss.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
155. http://singlove40.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
156. http://johnz.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
157. http://ucsoccer.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
158. http://forum.thedailyshow.com/tds/profile?user.id=5982
159. http://emos.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
160. http://sp.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
161. http://thebaddestout.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
162. http://www.kevinmichael.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
163. http://americansuperstarmag.flux.com/profi...ecastingnetwork
164. http://bambam.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
165. http://rally.travispastrana.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
166. http://www.bruceirons.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
167. http://teeswag.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
168. http://www.hardknock.tv/profile/elitecastingnetwork
169. http://www.addictedtorock.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
170. http://badboi.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
171. http://getrich.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
172. http://community.twitchfilm.net/profile/elitecastingnetwork
173. http://abydos.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
174. http://brenda.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
175. http://flip.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
176. http://kdthatruth.flux.com/profile/elitecastingnetwork
177. http://www.mybloglog.com/buzz/community/starsearchcasting
178. http://www.myspace.com/EliteCastingNetwork
179. http://www.icq.com/people/about_me.php?uin=10200993
180. http://profiles.yahoo.com/sscecn
181. http://www.trustlink.org/BusinessProfile.a...VsniLkQxfeK+w==
182. http://starsearchcasting.multiply.com
183. http://Jon.EliteCastingNetwork.com
184. http://www.icq.com/whitepages/wwp.php?uin=10200993
185. http://starsearchcasting.spaces.live.com
186. http://www.aimpages.com/mrjpcool/profile.html
187. http://www.tagged.com/StarSearchCasting
188. http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=502903683
189. http://starsearchcasting.wordpress.com
190. http://starsearchcasting.hi5.com
191. http://dreamhollywoodjob.blogspot.com
192. http://www.websitegrader.com/wsgid/1539057/default.aspx
193. http://www.propeller.com/member/starsearchcasting
194. http://pressroom.prlog.org/starsearchcasting/
195. http://www.simpy.com/user/mrjpcool
196. http://www.technorati.com/people/technorati/mrjpcool
197. http://www.elitecastingnetwork.com/forum/blog/jon/index.php
198. http://www.1888pressrelease.com/star-searc...company-pr.html
199. http://www.starsearchcasting.com/forums/blog/jon/index.php
200. http://blog.myspace.com/elitecastingnetwork
201. http://realworldcasting.mtv.com/people/mrjpcool/blogs
202. http://blogrovr.com/fetching/starsearchcasting/
203. http://bebo.com/starsearchcasting
204. http://groups.google.com/group/starsearchcasting
205. http://profiles.friendster.com/starsearchcasting
206. http://www.websitegrader.com/wsgid/1539085/default.aspx
207. http://reunion.com/blogs.do?uid=1269931
208. http://realworldcasting.mtv.com/people/mrjpcool
209. http://www.zoominfo.com/Search/CompanyDeta...mp;cs=QFGyEC3YQ
210. http://www.nextornot.com/mrjpcool
211. http://www.iamonmtv.com/fan/1729/blog/listing
212. http://digg.com/users/mrjpcool
213. http://del.icio.us/mrjpcool
214. http://newsroom.eworldwire.com/newsroom/312506
215. http://optfor.net/user/view/history/login/mrjpcool
216. http://www.orkut.com/Profile.aspx?uid=548791650884562325
217. http://flickr.com/people/starsearchcasting
218. http://starsearchcasting.piczo.com
219. http://weblog.xanga.com/mrjpcool
220. http://www.bbbonline.org/cks.asp?id=1050419191358
221. http://www.asianave.com/mrjpcool
222. http://reddit.com/user/mrjpcool
223. http://www.furl.net/member/mrjpcool
224. http://meetme.hotornot.com/r/?emid=OMEES8K
225. http://starsearchcasting.wordpress.com
226. http://twitter.com/mrjpcool
227. http://my.mashable.com/starsearchcasting
228. http://www.bloglines.com/public/mrjpcool
229. http://sites.google.com/site/starsearchcastingcom
230. http://www.blinklist.com/mrjpcool
231. http://journals.aol.com/mrjpcool/casting-c...isney-auditions
232. http://360.yahoo.com/sscecn
233. http://www.perfspot.com/starsearchcasting
234. http://mrjpcool.livejournal.com
235. http://ma.gnolia.com/people/mrjpcool/bookmarks
236. http://faves.com/users/mrjpcool
237. http://www.mybloglog.com/buzz/members/starsearchcasting
238. http://www.zoominfo.com/Search/CompanyDeta...mp;cs=QCCYpTDik
239. http://claimid.com/starsearchcasting
240. http://www.mybloglog.com/buzz/community/elitecastingnetwork
241. http://mrjpcool.stumbleupon.com
242. http://www.youtube.com/i875834
243. http://blogs.ebay.com/mrjpcool
244. http://9rules.com/my/jonathanparker
245. http://mrjpcool.tabulas.com
246. http://starsearchcasting.vox.com
247. http://knol.google.com/k/jonathan-parker/jonathan-parker
248. http://www.blogcatalog.com/user/mrjpcool
249. http://bloggerparty.com/user/mrjpcool
250. http://pickupartist2casting.com/people/mrjpcool
251. http://www.spicypage.com/search.cfm?sectio...profile_id=7888
252. http://www.rojo.com/mojo/50534372
253. http://www.linkedin.com/in/starsearchcasting
254. http://www.ziggs.com/apps/profile/bio.aspx?uid=41437
255. http://thebiz.variety.com/people/starsearchcasting
256. http://www.trustlink.org/Profile.aspx?ProfileID=8g6Ct5VyZB4=
257. http://myworld.ebay.com/mrjpcool
258. http://www.spurl.net/discover/user/mrjpcoo...ing.myplaxo.com
259. http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Jonathan+Par...ributed-a230657
260. http://parisbff.com/people/mrjpcool
261. http://hubpages.com/profile/mrjpcool
262. http://www.migente.com/starsearchcasting
263. http://www.last.fm/user/mrjpcool
264. http://www.metroflog.com/mrjpcool
265. http://www.realworlddailies.com/profile/starsearchcasting
266. http://www.santabarbara.bbb.org/BBBWeb/For...mpanyID=6001494
267. http://www.xing.com/profile/Jonathan_Parker2
268. http://mrjpcool.BraveWeblog.com
269. http://www.zoominfo.com/search/PersonDetai...sonID=848553007
270. http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profi...?writerid=51163
271. http://author.artilib.org/Parker_Jonathan
272. http://www.meetup.com/members/7819666/
273. http://members.nowpublic.com/mrjpcool
274. http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/275560/
275. http://friendfeed.com/starsearchcasting
276. http://mrjpcool.yelp.com
277. http://starsearchcasting.tumblr.com
278. http://www.utterz.com/mrjpcool/profile
279. http://community.vh1.com/profile/starsearchcasting
280. http://www.google.com/reader/shared/10294148515135217235
281. http://mrjpcool.buzznet.com/user/profile
282. http://www.mister-wong.com/user/mrjpcool/
283. http://www.protopage.com/starsearchcasting
284. http://www.shyftr.com/profile/mrjpcool
285. http://www.yourminis.com/yourminis/mrjpcoo...arsearchcasting
286. http://www.alesti.org/?public=mrjpcool
287. http://social.zune.net/member/GoofyMrJPCool
288. http://winksite.mobi/mrjpcool/ssc
289. http://www.podnova.com/profile/mrjpcool/
290. http://www.hubdog.com/u/mrjpcool
291. http://www.newsisfree.com/showpage.php?use...page=1221640523
292. http://elitecastingnetwork.blogspot.com
293. http://starsearchcasting.blogs.friendster.com
294. http://www.flurry.com/people/mrjpcool
295. http://plurk.com/redeemByURL?from_uid=3167...1767400&s=1
296. http://pownce.com/starsearchcasting
297. http://www.mixx.com/users/starsearchcasting
298. http://www.dzone.com/links/users/shared/336877.html
299. http://www.bibsonomy.org/user/mrjpcool
300. http://www.furl.net/member/mrjpcool
301. http://www.ibegin.com/users/mrjpcool
302. http://www.bedroomtv.com/cast/mrjpcool
303. http://www.folkd.com/user/mrjpcool
304. http://www.thefreelibrary.com/Jonathan+Par...ributed-a230657
305. http://clipmarks.com/clipper/starsearchcasting
306. http://community.mtvtr3s.com/profile/starsearchcasting
307. http://community.colbertnation.com/profile/starsearchcasting
308. http://community.jackassworld.com/profile/starsearchcasting
309. http://community.vh1classic.com/profile/starsearchcasting
310. http://community.mtv.com/profile/starsearchcasting
311. http://community.atom.com/profile/starsearchcasting
312. http://community.vh1.com/profile/starsearchcasting
313. http://starsearchcasting.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
314. http://community.3hive.com/profile/starsearchcasting
315. http://www.50cent.com/profile/starsearchcasting
316. http://www.adamjonesfmx.com/profile/starsearchcasting
317. http://community.ateaseweb.com/profile/starsearchcasting
318. http://community.artsucks.com/profile/starsearchcasting
319. http://community.bigstereo.net/profile/starsearchcasting
320. http://www.chadreedracing.com/profile/starsearchcasting
321. http://www.flavorofloveworld.com/profile/starsearchcasting
322. http://www.buckylasekskate.com/profile/starsearchcasting
323. http://www.hernameisnicole.com/profile/starsearchcasting
324. http://www.halfwaytohazard.com/profile/starsearchcasting
325. http://community.esmeeworld.com/profile/starsearchcasting
326. http://community.egotastic.com/profile/starsearchcasting
327. http://www.eddiewall.com/profile/starsearchcasting
328. http://community.dubcnn.com/profile/starsearchcasting
329. http://www.davemirra.com/profile/starsearchcasting
330. http://www.dane-reynolds.com/profile/starsearchcasting
331. http://community.tricesworld.com/profile/starsearchcasting
332. http://community.sherylcrow.com/profile/starsearchcasting
333. http://community.rapbasement.com/profile/starsearchcasting
334. http://community.jholiday.com/profile/starsearchcasting
335. http://www.mimsmusic.net/profile/starsearchcasting
336. http://community.meathaus.com/profile/starsearchcasting
337. http://community.manandwife.tv/profile/starsearchcasting
338. http://community.thehobbitsite.com/profile/starsearchcasting
339. http://community.liljononline.com/profile/starsearchcasting
340. http://www.johnhopkins21.com/profile/starsearchcasting
341. http://community.jaunted.com/profile/starsearchcasting
342. http://community.i4u.com/profile/starsearchcasting
343. http://community.happiestgaycouple.com/pro...arsearchcasting
344. http://community.tankfarmfuturesounds.com/...arsearchcasting
345. http://community.subterraneanblog.com/prof...arsearchcasting
346. http://www.souljaboytellem.com/profile/starsearchcasting
347. http://www.sk8site.com/profile/starsearchcasting
348. http://www.scarykidssociety.com/profile/starsearchcasting
349. http://www.ryansheckler.com/profile/starsearchcasting
350. http://www.ryannyquist.com/profile/starsearchcasting
351. http://www.ryanguettler.com/profile/starsearchcasting
352. http://style.mtv.com/u5491/starsearchcasting
353. http://community.popbytes.com/profile/starsearchcasting
354. http://www.ohnonotstereo.net/profile/starsearchcasting
355. http://community.nikeskateboarding.org/pro...arsearchcasting
356. http://www.nateadams.com/profile/starsearchcasting
357. http://www.ysabellabrave.com/profile/starsearchcasting
358. http://community.x17online.com/profile/starsearchcasting
359. http://community.whoateallthepies.tv/profi...arsearchcasting
360. http://www.wallflowers.com/profile/starsearchcasting
361. http://community.vinylpulse.com/profile/starsearchcasting
362. http://moto.travispastrana.com/profile/starsearchcasting
363. http://community.theplugg.com/profile/starsearchcasting
364. http://www.shaolintempleofboom.com/profile/starsearchcasting
365. http://www.iamonmtv.com/fan/view/388410
366. http://pickupartist2casting.com/people/Jonathan
367. http://soundtrack.mtv.com/profile/starsearchcasting
368. http://www.tagworld.com/profile/starsearchcasting
369. http://d-s-g.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
370. http://josip.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
371. http://realistpeople.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
372. http://diamond-boy.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
373. http://liltwistlilza.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
374. http://community.cashmoney-records.com/pro...arsearchcasting
375. http://sexmoneyattitudes.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
376. http://www.officialromeo.com/profile/starsearchcasting
377. http://rubberbandboy7.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
378. http://fromfirsttolast.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
379. http://angelboi.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
380. http://106andpark.com/profile/starsearchcasting
381. http://jobros.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
382. http://mickeymouse.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
383. http://community.girliciousmusic.com/profi...arsearchcasting
384. http://community.divareport.com/profile/starsearchcasting
385. http://starsearchcasting.gaia.com
386. http://my.sitemark.com/mrjpcool
387. http://maryondatopmodel.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
388. http://community.pitbullmusic.com/profile/starsearchcasting
389. http://903806.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
390. http://www.daddyyankeecustom.com/profile/starsearchcasting
391. http://vipstatusevents.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
392. http://ctprince.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
393. http://dboy.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
394. http://yedda.com/people/6274319261663/
395. http://thebiz.variety.com/at/person/show/7784032
396. http://www.blogged.com/users/mrjpcool
397. http://community.tokiohotel-us.com/profile/starsearchcasting
398. http://theybf.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
399. http://www.playarabbit.biz/profile/starsearchcasting
400. http://freshy-fresh.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
401. http://majesty.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
402. http://theq.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
403. http://twsanctuary.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
404. http://josipondeck.flux.com/profile/starsearchcasting
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Posted on 01:46 AM on Tue, Sep 30 2008

StarSearchCasting.com Web Pages Now Available in 25 Languages

Catering to its nearly 266,000 members located on six continents, Star Search Casting uses Google gadgets to help its growing number of international users translate web pages instantly.

Since its launch in 1998, Star Search Casting has quickly become the leading casting website in the United States. Moreover, as it’s popularity increased among U.S. users, the website soon welcomed a growing number of international users, and now caters to Star Search Casting members based on six continents. In an effort to maintain its commitment to actors, dancers, singers and models in all areas of the world, Star Search Casting has now added the Google Gadget’s Translate feature to help Star Search Casting member access casting calls and other resources in 25 languages.

“The number of singers, actors, dancers and models from other countries who use our website is constantly growing,” says Jonathan Parker, founder of Star Search Casting. “We hope that the translation tool will make it easier for users whose first language isn’t English to access the information, tools and resources on our website.”

Both Google and Star Search Casting are known for providing cutting-edge, innovative web applications and tools for its web visitors. Google’s Translate tool helps webmasters cater to multilingual web visitors, without having to maintain multiple multilingual websites. Actors, models, singers and dancers who access the Star Search Casting website can use the tool to translate text in a number of languages including French, German, Japanese, Korean, Italian and Spanish.

By catering to a global base of singers, dancers, actors and models, Star Search Casting helps casting directors and other entertainment industry professionals scout talent all over the world. Additionally, Star Search Casting is opening the doors for performers in the U.S. to seize opportunities in other countries.

“There are exciting opportunities to dance, sing, act and model all across the globe and our website is helping aspiring entertainers open their eyes to a world of possibilities,” says Parker. “We’ve gotten emails from American performers who have landed jobs in Asia, and Asian performers who’ve landed jobs in the U.S. so there’s definitely a global exchange of talent and it’s exciting to be apart of it.”

To view Star Search Casting’s database of talent from all over the world or to use the Google translation tool to view the website’s pages in one of 25 different languages, visit http://StarSearchCasting.com.

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Posted on 03:11 AM on Sat, Aug 23 2008

How To Get The Attention Of New Designers Pt 2.

Previously we began talking about what you need to know to book a job with a new designer. For expert advice, we interviewed Ivory Narvell, founder of the Miss Spokesmodel International modeling competition and designer of ReignSuit, a new line of swimwear launching this year. Ivory Narvell has worked with lots of models, including Dani Evans from America’s Next Top Model and was more than happy to give our members and us the scoop on how they can grab the attention of new designers.

When we interviewed Ivory Narvell, she gave us so much great advice that we decided to create a list of the top tips Ivory shared with us during her interview. Check out these tips below. We’re sure they’ll be extremely helpful in your quest to land jobs modeling with new designers.

Top Tips from Ivory Narvell, fashion designer and runway coach:

Always be on time – if not early. Time is money and no one likes to wait on a model.
Know what you really want to do in this industry and where you fit in.  
Learn as many skills as you can. Even if you are considered too short for most agencies to hire you for a fashion show, perfect your runway walk anyway. You never know what opportunities may arise.
Don’t get discouraged if you’re experiencing lots of rejection. Different designers want different things from models. You’ll get your shot.
Know the ins and outs of the industry so that when a designer or agency approaches you about a job, you can discuss the opportunity intelligently. There are a lot of girls who have a great look but don’t get booked because they don’t appear to take the industry seriously.  
Even if you do not have a professional portfolio, make sure you have snap shots of yourself, preferably with no make up. Also have full body shots because designers will need to see your body type.  
When you’re taking your photos, always make sure there is proper lighting and never over-exaggerate when posing.

Special thanks to Ivory Narvell for sharing her expert advice with us. Ready to put Ivory’s advice to the test? Visit http://StarSearchCasting.com for casting calls from designers and agencies, plus a whole lot more!

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Posted on 09:15 PM on Sat, Aug 09 2008

How To Get The Attention Of New Designers Pt 1.

While you may have to have quite a bit of experience (or a lucky break) before you’re able to land a job modeling major fashion brands like Gucci or Calvin Klein, there are tons of new designers out there who are looking for models just like you. Often up and coming designers have great ideas, innovative designs and superb collections, but small budgets. Therefore new designers often look for new models that are willing to work for experience, or a smaller fee than more experienced models. That’s where you come in.

So what does it take to get the attention of new designers and book a job modeling their latest clothing lines? For the answer, I caught up with Ivory Narvell to get the inside scoop. Ivory Narvell has worked in the industry as a runway coach and stylist and now she’s launching ReignSuit, her new line of swimwear. She’s helped lots of new models, including Dani Evans (America’s Next Model) on their road towards fame as the founder of the Miss Spokesmodel International modeling competition. Here’s what Ivory had to say…

Jon: What characteristics do you look for in models when selecting them to model your designs?

Ivory: As a swimwear designer I look for someone with a naturally fit body. Proportion is very important too. For fit models, their measurements must match our sizing charts. For runway models, they must have a great runway walk. For print models, again proportion is a must. Additionally, they must be able to pose well, have great skin and take direction.

Jon: What advice would you give to models who are submitting their photos for consideration to work with designers?

Ivory: It can be a tough industry and not everyone will love you, so it’s important that you develop thick skin. However, while you may not be the right model for one job, keep going and stay positive because you might be the right model for the next job.

Jon: There’s so much competition in the industry. What measures can new models take to standout and get designers to notice them?

Ivory: After a model call, make sure you follow up with a thank you letter by mail. I recall an instance when a model who wasn’t very memorable sent me a thank you letter after a casting call. While she didn’t get the job initially, because she sent the letter which made her instantly standout, I booked her at a later time.

Wow, what great advice! If you want to read more advice from Ivory Narvell, log in tomorrow for more great tips. Ivory gave us a lot more information, so make sure you read tomorrow’s blog. For more information on modeling jobs and casting calls available on our website, visit http://StarSearchCasting.com and check out our auditions page.

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Posted on 12:35 AM on Sun, Jul 13 2008

Could You Be The Next Ryan Seacrest Or Kelly Ripa?

If you’re a fan of reality television, then you’ve probably noticed that quite a few actors, singers, dancers and models are jumping on the bandwagon and taking jobs as on-air personalities and television show hosts. These jobs offer great opportunities for visibility and exposure, and can help make actors household names.

To land a job as a television host or on-air personality, you have to be charismatic, engaging and be able to get people excited about the information you’re presenting or the show you’re hosting. If you consider yourself to be well spoken, articulate and confident then you would probably make a great host or on-air personality. Some well-known on-air personalities and television hosts include Ryan Seacrest (American Idol) and Sugar Ray lead singer, Mark McGrath (Extra). Another great example is Kelly Ripa. She started in the business as a soap opera actress, and now she’s the host of one of the most successful television morning shows, Live with Regis and Kelly.

Carmen Cecilia Limardo, known more fondly as “CC” is a Star Search Casting member and an experienced television host. She’s worked in the industry since 1993 and has been an on-air correspondent on shows appearing on Univision and Telemundo as well as the host of the sports, music and comedy show, Thunderbox. CC has a dynamic voice, and this attribute has largely contributed to her success. In addition to helping her land great jobs as a television host, she’s also done voiceovers for commercials for Marshall’s, Burger King, US Airways, Disney, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald’s and tons of other popular U.S. brands.

We’ve had lots of casting calls on our websites for on-air personalities and hosts. When casting directors post these auditions, they often use words like charming, dashing and confident to describe the type of talent they are looking for. Does that sound like you? If so, you could be well on your way to launching a career as a successful television host!

So what are you waiting for? Visit www.StarSearchCasting.com today to search for casting calls for television hosts and on-air personalities. And in the meantime, if you want to get experience as a television host, public access channels are a great way to get your feet wet. Contact your local cable company to learn more about hosting opportunities on existing shows or starting your own show. Good luck!

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Posted on 03:29 AM on Tue, Jul 08 2008

Elite Casting Network Exposes The Latest Entertainment Frauds & Scams

As the number of entertainment scams targeting aspiring actors, singers, dancers and models escalate, and scammers become more sophisticated in their methods, it can be tricky to identify the difference between a scam and a legitimate opportunity. In response to the growing number of modeling scam victims, Elite Casting Network ( www.EliteCastingNetwork.com ), in addition to becoming the number one casting website, has also become the leading provider of up-to-date information on the latest entertainment industry scams. Elite Casting Network educates users on how to spot a scam; actively monitors all site activity to prevent members from becoming the victim of popular internet scams; and encourages members to report suspicious activities and warn others if they’ve uncovered a scam.

“Our members use our site not only because they know they’ll get access to valuable casting opportunities, but also because they know our website is a safe environment that’s actively monitored to prevent scammers from taking advantage of them,” says Jonathan Parker, CEO of Elite Casting Network, Inc. “In addition to making sure that the site is safe, we also try to educate our members on how to spot a scam. Many Internet users think that if a site or service charges money that it’s automatically a scam, but this is one of the most misleading pieces of advice circulating the web. More accurately, if the site or service asks for money but only accepts cash or money orders, that’s an immediate red flag.”

The staff at Elite Casting Network is very knowledgeable of scamming trends and it’s this knowledge that helps to keep the site and its members safe. Elite Casting Network staff members regularly and routinely updates its members on the latest industry scams. When members log in to their website, the Entertainment Scam Alert section provides instant updates on the most recent scammer activity targeting aspiring actors, dancers, models and actors. Additionally Elite Casting Network staff members post information about these scams in the site's forums to make sure members are informed and aware of potential scams. Many of these posts occur within 24-48 hours of the scam’s first appearance on the internet.

In response to escalating Internet scams, the staff at Elite Casting Network monitors all of the messages on the site regularly to ensure the safety of its members. Additionally when members access their messages, Elite Casting Network provides their members with an option at the top of each message to flag the message if they encounter spam or abuse.

Elite Casting Network members also work to keep the site safe, and to keep fellow members from falling victim to Internet scams. Elite Casting Network members are encouraged to post information about acting scams in the site’s forums if they encounter a scam or have become the victim of a scam. The forums are also a great way for members to learn more information about how to spot and avoid popular scams & frauds.

All of these measures combined help to combat over 90% of scam attempts on the Elite Casting Network website. For more information on the latest entertainment industry related scams, log on to http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com visit the online community for up-to-date, comprehensive information, tools and tips on how to avoid and spot modeling scams today.

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Posted on 02:50 AM on Thu, Jul 03 2008

www.FabulousFlashcast.com Modeling Scam Run by Carl Carranza

I didn't write this but I found it so I thought people would be interested:

I contacted http://www.fabulousflashcast.com after I saw their casting call posted on another site. Then I started doing some digging and found a lot of bad information about them. They used to have a website called http://www.flashcastkids.com but scammed a lot of people so they changed their site to http://www.fabulousflashcast.com. Flashcast still post fake Auditions all over the web on places like craigslist. The Better Business Bureau gives them an 'F' rating which is the lowest possible score. This is what the BBB said about Flashcast:

'On December 18, 2001, we were advised by the company that they would no longer respond to the complaints presented by the Bureau.

On July 24, 2001, the Los Angeles City Attorney filed a 14 count misdemeanor action against the company and its principal, Carl Carranza. The complaint alleged in part, that the defendants made misleading statements in print ads, verbally, and on their website.

On May 17, 2002, Flashcast, and its principal, Carl Carranza, were convicted of 10 counts of using false and misleading advertising in violation of the California Business & Professions code. The company and Mr. Carranza were placed on probation for 36 months and ordered to pay a fine of $4,050.00. They were also ordered to include a statement listing any fees charged, including monthly fees, in all of their advertisements. Anyone seeing an ad that does not contain the fee information is asked to contact Mark Lambert, Deputy Los Angeles City Attorney at (213) 978-8070.

This is their address:
Fabulous Flashcast
3575 Cahuenga Blvd West, Suite 120
Universal City, CA 90068
(323) 969-9006

Has anyone else dealt with this company?

Here are some things I found in google:

1. Business Owner Carl Ken Carranza and his Universal City-based company Flashcast were convicted last week on 10 counts of false advertising and could face a total of $60,000 in fees and up to five years of jail time. Sentencing will take place on June 19. To read more go here: http://www.allbusiness.com/services/amusement-recreation-services/4380114-1.html

2. I worked for Flashcast almost ten years ago and I'm shocked by the fact that they are still in business. We were told to lie to potential clients and when they were called back because their child was 'cute' (ALL WERE CALLED BACK!), the head 'Casting Director' would tell the parents that they were auditioning for Huggies, Pampers, and other well-known companies even though they were not. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093945.htm#126469

3. Carl Carranza, Flashcast Kids and Flashcast Companies, Inc. has stooped to fraud and deception again. One would have thought Carranza learned his lesson after being convicted on May 17, 2002 of 10 counts of fraud and false and misleading advertising, and was forced to pay thousands in fines (he was also sentenced to three years probation). to read more go to: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/105/RipOff0105343.htm

4. They advertise what looks like an audition in the industry and then they sell what they call their 'computerized casting service.' So you go there, you audition, they don't tell you about a fee. Then if you're called back (everyone gets called back if Carl Carranza thinks he can get money out of them), they tell you at that point that you have to make your decision right then. There's an initial fee of around $495, and you're obligated for the next two years to send them 20 photos, plus a $50-a-month fee. That's $1,200 over two years, plus the initial $500 registration, plus the cost of 20 photos per month. to read more go here: http://www.allbusiness.com/services/amusement-recreation-services/4380693-1.html

5. The case against Flashcast Entertainment is based on a 14-count complaint against owner Carl Ken Carranza and Deborah Elton Haugen charging them of being an unlawful job-listing service as well as falsely advertising in the LA Weekly and on the company's own website, www.flashcastkids.com & www.FabulousFlashcast.com. To read more go here: http://www.easybackgroundcheck.com/news/10.html

6. I recently signed with Flashcast and parted with $1500 in order to do so. These fraudsters need to be stopped! To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/232/RipOff0232900.htm

7. They kept her mighty busy with more compliments and questions and fake interest, to keep her from reading all of their safety net legal stuff and small print. After signing away her life, she was asked for her identification and credit card for "verification purposes". These people will tell you anything to get your money. To read more go here: http://www.pissedconsumer.com/consumer-reviews/professional/flashcast-%11-carl-caranzaaddress%3a3575-cahuenga-blvd-(also%2c--review-%11-service%11professional-2007040897697.html

8. On top of paying $1500 and still no modeling jobs not even one, my daughter has worked with other companies and clothing lines where they have never asked for a dime. Carl Carranza and Fabolous Flashcast are total scammers. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/260/RipOff0260231.htm

9. Company works from a very official looking office in LA in not a bad area and goes to every length to convince clients that everything is legit. Suspicion is raised by the mountain of very similar looking referral letters printed in the same font almost and the robotic but convincing sales pitch of two employees. Carl Carranza posts fake success stories all over the web trying to build credibility for himself. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/032/RipOff0032559.htm

10. Hard to believe that Carl Carranza and Fabolous Flashcast / Flashcast Kids are still in business, despite the numerous warnings on the Internet and the convictions for FRAUD. Carl Carranza has mastered the art of lying to your face to get your money. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/090/RipOff0090062.htm

11. When Brad was about 6 months old, we got suckered into a uniquely Los Angeles scam by 'Fabolous Flashcast', where we paid $500 for nothing. To read more go here: http://parentingfrontline.blogspot.com/2008/03/march-madness.html

12. We are recent victims of his fraudulent practice and are filing a case against him. Mr. Carranza's scams include illegal advance fee requests, pretense for being a legitimate practice, and use of hardball sales and emotional tactics to acquire money from intelligent and innocent parents. Carl Carranza and needs to be shut down for good. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/132/RipOff0132815.htm

13. Then, we were asked to meet with the CEO and he was very positive about the kids. He then goes through what the company does and talks quickly about a fee of $1500. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/132/RipOff0132815.htm#156769

14. Flashcast kids company is a total rip off... they will fool you to pay money and then they never respond to you ever again... it happened to me and my family. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093344.htm#58066

15.Can you believe this company still going on and on? Ripping off parents like us and using our child as a way of getting their money. Flashcast will steal your money and you get nothing for it. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093344.htm

16. Don't pay Fabulous Flashcast - http://www.fabulousflashcast.com anything! They are a complete scam company who posts fake modeling jobs for kids in order to get your money! Just do a check on craigs list and you will find they post the same fake auditions over and over. The owner of Flashcast is Carl Ken Carranza who is a convicted criminal. To read more go here: http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/fabulous-flashcast-c76710.html

17. One look at their terrible website and you can tell they are a scam: http://www.fabulousflashcast.com/welcome.html

18.my complaint is against flashcast which is a fraud and scam, this company when you first arrive have you sit in a playroom, where there are pictures of kids that so called modeled for carl caranza. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/260/RipOff0260231.htm

19. Because of the nature of their business, they can say anything they want, and blame their lack of performance and unfulfilled promises on the industry, your child, etc., and hide behind their small print. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/242/RipOff0242913.htm

20. The Fabulous Flashcast scam continues even after CEO Carl Carranza is convicted of fraud. To read more go here: http://www.starsearchcasting.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=137820

21. Flashcast cunningly fools eager parents into believing that their kids might be future stars and commands a large fee upfront. Company is allegedly trying to find modeling work for clients babies and commands a large fee up front. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/032/RipOff0032559.htm

22. I was also scammed. I paid $1500.00 almost a year ago and have only had one casting call that wasn't even for babies! To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/001/RipOff0001927.htm#208336

23. This company is a total rip-off. Yes, something has to be done, to keep other parents from being deceived. They pretend to be a legitimate company but they are far from being a true casting company. I too have been riped off. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093945.htm

24. I have been working for Carl Carranza for many years. It is very difficult when we were ordered to give the customer misleading information just to get them to sign the contract. Of course to keep our job we had to do what we had to do. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093945.htm#58065

25. I hope you can contact me regarding the jerk Carl Carranza. I will be taking him to small claims court and was wondering if you could be of any assistance to me. Carl has ripped off one too many parents. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093945.htm#59860

26. Convicted criminal and CEO of Fabulous Flashcast ( http://www.FabulousFlashcast.com ) Carl Carranza is still scamming hopeful parents who want to get their kids into modeling. To read more go here: http://www.elitecastingnetwork.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=99805

27. Carl Carranza and Debra were very nice in all of the pre-contract meetings (even though Carl reminded me of a smarmy car salesman), but once I signed the paper I was like the invisible woman and they would never return my calls. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/105/RipOff0105343.htm#69300

28. Carl Carranza is a crook. He's been convicted of fraud and false advertising, he's violated court orders by weaseling around his responsibility to advertise his prices by using third-party websites to sell his services. He's lied as to how long Flashcast has been in business. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/105/RipOff0105343.htm#69801

29. Flashcast kids company is a total rip off... they will fool you to pay money and then they never respond to you ever again... it happened to me and my family.. and many more parent that still keep going there... so somebody please HELP ME!!! LET'S TAKE ACTION against this company to prevent it from happening to many other parent. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/093/RipOff0093344.htm#58066

30. Late last month, he filed complaints against two Los Angeles County companies, claiming they were illegally doing business in the entertainment industry. One, Flashcast Companies Inc. To read more go here: http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m5072/is_33_23/ai_77757924

31. Be careful, they are a serious scam. They have you pay, then stick your kid's file in a drawer doing nothing for the child until you complain. To read more go here: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Careers-Acting-Performing-1479/f_4696878.htm

32.Half of their site is dedicated to telling you that everyone from the Better Business Bureau to Rip-off Report is also a scam. Fabulous Flashcast attacks anyone who reveals their scam. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/346/RipOff0346190.htm

33.Beware of Mr. Carl Carranza's child modeling scam. We are recent victims of his fraudulent practice and are filing a case against him. Mr. Carranza's scams include illegal advance fee requests, pretense for being a legitimate practice, and use of hardball sales and emotional tactics to acquire money from intelligent and innocent parents. To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/132/RipOff0132815.htm

34. The specific things that they say they will do are:(1) help you get an agent for your child (2) help you post your child on a casting website and (3) 'guide' you as a newcomer to the world of baby/kids modeling. My problem with Flashcast is that they barely do those few things for you, if they do anything at all - and for $1500 I expected a lot more. In fact there are many casting sites I can enroll on myself, I can search for my own agent, and I can read the endless information on the web about how to get into the entertainment business all by myself and save $1500! To read more go here: http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/0/232/RipOff0232900.htm

This is an example of the fake auditions they post all over the web. The first thing that tips you off about this scam is when they say "Stable Parents! Financial stability is a must!". Hmm sounds like they want people who can pay them a lot of money!

Flashcast posts casting calls like this all over the web:

"All Ages, Sizes and Types! w/Fabulous Stable Parents! Financial stability is a must!
Modeling! TV Commercials! Films!
College Tuition!
Established Company, in biz OVER 20 YEARS in Los Angeles w/ impeccable references!
Pls email a regular snapshot ASAP to newfaces@fabulousflashcast.com 24 hours!
For more information on our one of a kind service, please go to www.fabulousflashcast.com
MEETING SELECTED NEW KIDS BY APPT. ONLY!
***FABULOUS FLASHCAST!***
(323) 969-9006...select option 1

Recent Projects the talent agents we work with have submitted on:
OLD NAVY, BABY GAP, OSH KOSH, BABYSTYLE, TARGET, DISNEY, ETC.
Location: Universal City Compensation: $582 (approx.) for SAG work, $125.00 per hour (approx.) for Print Modeling Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests."

If you have been scammed by Carl Carranza & Fabulous Flashcast you should contact Los Angeles Deputy City Attorney Mark Lambert at (213) 978-8070. He is currently building another case against these scam artists!

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Posted on 02:30 AM on Tue, May 27 2008

Are You Ready To Live On The Edge?

If you’ve been checking out our casting calls then you know that there are a variety of jobs out there available to aspiring actors and actresses. If you’re considering breaking into the industry, and you’re athletic, adventurous and you’re looking for a bit of excitement, then a career as a stunt person might just be the job for you!

I don’t know about you but I love action films and I’ve always wondered what it’s like for actors like Jackie Chan (Rush Hour) and Matt Damon (The Bourne Ultimatum) who’ve starred in some of the most exciting films to hit the box office. I’ve always been even more curious to learn about the stunt doubles who’ve worked alongside them handling the more dangerous stunts – everything from jumping off of buildings to high speed car chases that end in a fiery crash.

Mark Bedell is a Star Search Casting member who’s seen the action firsthand! Mark Bedell, like many of our members is a multi-talented actor who has really worked hard to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He has worked as an actor in nearly 20 projects, including roles on the popular soap opera Passions. In addition to his acting work, he’s worked as a stunt coordinator and stunt performer on more than 20 projects. Talk about an adrenaline rush!

While a career as a stunt person can be action-packed as well as lucrative, it’s important to point out that there are lots of dangers and risks involved. You may suffer from muscle strain, sprains, broken bones, concussions and other minor and sometimes major injuries. Serious injuries, in addition to being painful, can also lead to loss of current and future jobs.

If you still think you might enjoy a career as a stunt person, then it’s important that you develop a list of skills to help you land a job. Stunt people often have taken classes to learn a variety of skills and talents such as martial arts, horseback riding, fencing and scuba diving among other useful skills. Stunt people also often spend a great amount of time in the gym because it’s important that they remain in shape to help them deal with the challenges of the job, as well as ward off injury.

Even if you don’t think you’re cut out for the intensive demands of film and television stunts, it’s important that all actors and actresses stay in tip-top shape. While directors turn to stunt specialists for much of the stunt work done in films, you may still be required to throw a punch in a scene or engage in rigorous physical activity. Recently a friend of mine was required to perform a stunt in a pool in an independent film. He had a great time doing it, and was filled with pride once it was complete.

To learn more about the variety of jobs that are available to you in the entertainment industry, whether you’re interested in becoming a stunt person, or something a bit less risky, visit our auditions page at http://www.StarSearchCasting.com today and explore jobs that would be perfect for you.

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Posted on 02:03 AM on Fri, May 02 2008

Scam Watch: Beware Of Erick Kent & The Pembroke Recruitment Agency

Scams can cost aspiring models a fortune! Whether it’s a modeling school that requires you to take pricey modeling classes or illegitimate agency that sends you a fake check to cash, modeling scams in all forms can cost you both your hard earned money as well as your dignity.

One of the latest scams that has come to our attention involves phone numbers that can drive your phone bill through the roof. If you get any emails with the phone prefix +4470 – do not call the number. Phone calls to these numbers will transfer you to an unpublished phone number and can cost you up to £2 per minute, which is almost four American dollars.

A scammer using the name Erick Kent has been identified as one of the individuals using these high-priced phone numbers to lure unsuspecting models. See below for an example of the messages he’s been sending:

"Dear **********
Thank you very much for your quick reply.
Pembroke Recruitment Agency is a free lance model recruiting agency.
You were contracted for a part time or full time position depending on your options. Your photo was considered attractive enough so we decided to contact you. At the moment we are under obligation from DR modeling firm and we would like to hire you on their behalf.

At the moment your area of content will be trade shows, Print, runway music videos. Location will be London, England.

It will be necessary you send resumes , photos and any documentation that will properly describe you and explain better what you do.

Thanks,
Erick Kent
Pembroke Recruitment Agency
14d Blvd Westminster London UK.
+447031899189"

If you receive an email from Erick Kent or the Pembroke Recruitment Agency, do not respond. If you receive suspicious correspondence from any other individuals and you’re not sure what to do, post the email to the community forum for feedback and advice from the Elite Casting Network staff and other members.

For more information on Internet scams targeting aspiring models, actors, dancers and singers, visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com and log in daily to read our Scam Watch.

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Posted on 01:47 AM on Mon, Mar 31 2008

www.StarSearchCasting.com Delivers The Latest In Entertainment News & Gossip

HOLLYWOOD – Want to know what’s the latest episode in the Britney Spears saga, or how the Oscars faired in the television ratings game? From Lindsay Lohan to George Clooney, Star Search Casting has the scoop! While actors, dancers, singers and models log in to Star Search Casting to browse the most current casting notices, they also check out the website each day for the latest in entertainment news.

Star Search Casting (http://www.StarSearchCasting.com) has been the leading casting website for more than a decade and provides a comprehensive database of resources for aspiring dancers, actors, models and singers eager to break into the entertainment industry. In addition to being the industry’s #1 website for resources and tools for new and experienced performers, it’s also a great source for members who like to stay up to date on television ratings, award show winners, box office news and the latest on Hollywood stars.

“Everyday our website offers new casting notices that actors, dancers, models and singers at any stage of their career can take advantage of,” says Jonathan Parker, founder and CEO of Star Search Casting. “However, one of the reasons that people decide to explore careers in the entertainment industry is because it fascinates them. Therefore we make sure we satisfy our members’ cravings for both exciting job opportunities as well as hot entertainment industry gossip and compelling entertainment news stories.”

Each day Star Search Casting posts current entertainment news to its members’ delight. Star Search Casting is the only website where actors, models, singers and dancers can look for jobs in the entertainment industry as well as check out a full list of Oscar winners or see how Tina Fey (30 Rock) feels about Hillary Clinton. From one of the largest databases of agents and managers to music reviews of the latest pop stars, Star Search Casting has something for everyone.

For aspiring and experienced actors, dancers, singers and models who want to take advantage of this dynamic website and all it has to offer, membership is both easy and affordable. Just visit www.StarSearchCasting.comand click on the ‘Membership Levels’ link to join. New members who sign up for an annual Diamond membership will also receive a one-year Diamond membership at Elite Casting Network, another leading casting website.

For the leading website for casting notices, talent resources and entertainment news and gossip, visit Star Search Casting (www.StarSearchCasting.com) today!

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Posted on 12:32 AM on Sat, Mar 29 2008

A PERFECT FIT: Working as a fit model in the fashion industry

Elite Casting Network posts casting calls daily for a variety of modeling jobs. Whether you’re interested in runway, catalog or swimwear modeling, there’s something for everyone on our website. One of our most recent casting calls was for fit (also referred to as garment fitting) models. Fit models are critical to the fashion industry. They work with manufacturers and fashion designers so that the clothing companies can fit their designs to human frames. Have you ever put on a pair of jeans and they fit perfectly? There was probably a fit model with a body type similar to yours that helped the designer tailor the jeans for you and others like you!

There are several types of fit models, including sample, duplicate and showroom models. A sample model works with designers specifically to help them adjust and fit garments that will be used in an upcoming fashion show, typically debuting a new collection. A duplicate model is used after the fashion show to readjust the garments so that they can be designed for the ready-to-wear collection that will appear in stores for consumers to purchase. Showroom models work with designers and manufactures to model the garments for department store buyers and help them determine if they should purchase the styles for their stores.

One of the most attractive aspects of working as a fit model is that most fit models’ bodies must be similar to the bodies of the manufacturer’s target consumer. Most consumers don’t have the same body type as the models that you see on the runway; therefore while a runway model may be a size 0 or 2, fit models are more likely to be a size 4, 6 or 8. Accordingly, plus-sized clothing manufacturers often hire fit models that are sizes 14 and up. Fit models typically must adhere to specified height, bust-waist-hip circumference, arm and leg length and shoulder width measurements as well. These specifications are usually outlined in the casting call.

As a fit model, you’ll get priceless experience in the fashion industry, an opportunity to work with notable and up-and-coming designers and clothing manufacturers, and sometimes you may even get free clothes. You’ll also get to provide your own personal opinion about the fit of the design to help the designers modify the clothes to satisfy consumers just like you. They’ll ask you your opinion on how the design fits, how the fabric feels and if you’re able to move comfortably in the garment.

If you’re interested in becoming a fit model, or you’re curious about other types of modeling jobs that you might be suited for, visit Elite Casting Network (www.EliteCastingNetwork.com) and review our casting notices.

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Posted on 11:53 PM on Wed, Mar 26 2008

Step It Up: How To Pick Up Choreography Quickly

Often when dance auditions are posted, the casting notice will include a list of requirements. Requirements may be related to age or height and often you’ll have to know a particular style of dance like tap or hip-hop. One of the most common requirements included in dance casting notices is that the dancers must be able to pick up choreography quickly.

Dancers who are able to pick up choreography quickly are most likely to be hired for jobs. Directors and choreographers prefer to save time (and money) by working with dancers who are fast learners. Both new and experienced dancers often struggle with choreography, so if this is a problem for you, don’t feel that you’re alone.

Here are a few tips that dancers often use to help them overcome this common problem:

-Visualize yourself performing the movements as the choreographer runs through them. Repetition is the key to learning new moves, and doing them in your head repeatedly can be just as effective as physically performing the routine over and over again.

-Give each step a name. Creating a name for each move often helps dancers remember the steps more easily as well as anticipate the next move as they’re going through a routine.

-Imitate the choreographer using small movements as he or she goes through the routine. By imitating the movements as soon as you are shown the steps, you begin acclimating your body to the moves, which can also help you remember them better when it’s time to perform them.

-Pay close attention to how the choreography relates to the music. If the choreographer inserts a jump at a point in the song when the singer sings, “jump back” or something similar, those keywords can be a big help.

Lots of dancers create their own techniques for helping them pick up choreography. By talking with other dancers, as well as teachers and choreographers, you can find out lots of creative ways to help you learn choreography more quickly as well as become a better dancer overall.

To discuss techniques with other Star Search Casting members who are pursuing careers in the field of dance, log on to http://www.StarSearchCasting.com. Our community forum is a great place to trade tips and get great insights into the industry. Don’t forget to check out our auditions for upcoming dance opportunities near you.

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Posted on 02:29 AM on Mon, Mar 24 2008

Interviewing A Potential Acting Coach

Not everyone who professes to be an acting coach is actually qualified to teach you to become a better actor or actress. Therefore it’s important that before you pay for acting classes that you interview your acting coach to determine that they are: 1) trained and experienced and 2) capable of and excited about helping you reach your personal performance goals. A great acting coach will not only help you become the phenomenal actor or actress that you’d always dreamed of being, but also help guide you as you navigate the early stages of your acting career.

Once you’ve generated a list of acting coaches in your area, determine if they have a website. You may find much of the information you need to make a decision based on details provided on their webpage. If not, give them a call and be sure you ask the following:

- Do you have a list of your credentials?
- Can I sit in on one of our classes for free before I make my decision?
- How many students do you instruct in each class?
- Have any of your former students landed major theatre, television or film roles?
- Do you offer private instruction?
- Do you offer a refund policy if I’m unable to attend the remainder of my sessions due to unforeseen circumstances?

It’s very important that you get a list of your teacher’s credentials. There are many teachers who have worked in the industry and have many years of experience, but they don’t necessarily have formal training.

Additionally, many actors find that they get far more out of classes when the teacher limits the size of the classes. While private instruction on a regular basis isn’t necessary, it can be beneficial to have the option of private instruction in cases where you need to work one on one with your teacher or coach to prepare for an important audition, or work on material before your first day on set for a big role.

Star Search Casting offers an extensive list of acting coaches and teachers on our website. You can also visit our community forum and ask other members for recommendations and referrals. Visit us today at http://www.StarSearchCasting.com.

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Posted on 12:30 AM on Fri, Mar 21 2008

Putting Yourself In The Character’s Shoes… Literally

If there was such a thing as an actor’s toolkit, what do you think would be in it? Of course all actors need a headshot and resume. A Star Search Casting membership is another essential item that every actor should also have. Some might say that every actor should prepare and have committed to memory a song that they can sing well to audition for roles that require both acting and singing. And for actors who are interested in musical theater and audition frequently, a pair of character shoes is a must.

When auditioning for musical theater, many casting notices specify that actors must bring character shoes for their audition. Character shoes are named for their use in theater because they are worn when actresses and actors are performing “in character.” They look very similar to tap shoes, and some actually can be ordered with taps. Character shoes typically come in tan or black, with leather soles, and are designed for rigorous movement and dancing for long periods of time. Directors and casting professionals also prefer character shoes for actors because they provide a sense of uniformity. Character shoes, especially for men, may also be referred to as jazz shoes.

If you’re purchasing a pair of character shoes for the first time, here are a few tips you may find useful:

- Although character shoes are sold widely online, you may consider visiting a retail establishment to try on a few pairs to determine which style you prefer. You can then comparison shop for the same brand and style online.
- Character shoes for women are made with varying heel heights. Be sure to pick a height that you’ll be comfortable with.
- Break your character shoes in by wearing them around the house.
- Wipe the bottoms of your character shoes (if worn outside) before dancing on wooden floors

Character shoes are available at a variety of price points and can range from $30 - $130. One of the most popular brands of character shoes is Capezio, however there are lots of consumer reviews online that can also help you decide which brand would be best for you.

Feel free to discuss brands, prices and the best retail stores and websites to purchase character shoes on our community forum. Log on to http://www.StarSearchCasting.com today to talk to other singers, dancers, actors and models about career related apparel, supplies and more!

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Posted on 03:56 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Nigerian Scams Reach Epidemic Proportions!

Online schemes operating out of Nigeria that have defrauded victims out of tens of millions of dollars have become so pervasive that the U.S. government has given the West African country until November to take steps to decrease such crimes or face sanctions.

Financial fraud is now reportedly one of the three largest industries in Nigeria, where the anonymity of the Internet is being used to give crime syndicates a windfall.

In 1980 the US Secret Service took a proactive approach to combating Nigerian organized crime by establishing and maintaining task forces throughout the United States whose main focus was the investigation of financial fraud committed by Nigerian nationals and their accomplices.

Membership in these task forces included representatives from the United States Customs Service, Nigerian Crime Initiative (NCI), the Immigration and Naturalization Service, Nigerian Organized Crime Task Force (INOCTF), the United States Postal Inspection Service, U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Nigerian National Police (NNP), the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of State's Bureau of Diplomatic Security, bank investigators from the private sector, as well as numerous state and local law enforcement agencies and other Nigerian federal law enforcement agencies. This diverse membership is indicative of the multitude of crimes being perpetrated by Nigerian criminals.

There are so many scams coming out of Nigeria that in June 2000 the US Secret Service established a permanent office in Lagos!

Here are some links and quotes that go into greater detail:

1. FBI - http://www.fbi.gov/hq/cid/orgcrime/africancrim.htm
Nigerian criminal enterprises are the most significant of these groups and operate in more than 80 other countries of the world. They are among the most aggressive and expansionist international criminal groups and are primarily engaged in drug trafficking and financial frauds.

Nigerian groups are famous globally for their financial frauds, which cost the U.S. alone an estimated $1 billion to $2 billion each year. Schemes are diverse, targeting individuals, businesses, and government offices."

2. Nigeria - The 419 Coalition Website - http://home.rica.net/alphae/419coal/
"A Five Billion US$ (as of 1996, much more now) worldwide Scam which has run since the early 1980's under Successive Governments of Nigeria. It is also referred to as "Advance Fee Fraud", "419 Fraud" (Four-One-Nine) after a formerly relevant section of the Criminal Code of Nigeria..."

3. Interpol - http://www.interpol.int/Public/FinancialCr...erianLetter.asp
"For more than 16 years, private individuals, as well as organizations and commercial companies, have been receiving unexpected communication through letters and faxes but mainly through e-mails from senders claiming to be Nigerian or African citizens and promising high profitable business. According to the relevant section of the Criminal Code of Nigeria it is referred to as 4-1-9 Fraud."

4. Crimes of Persuasion - http://www.crimes-of-persuasion.com/Nigeri...erian_busts.htm
"One investigation resulted in the seizure of 11,460 Nigerian advanced fee fraud letters mailed via the Hong Kong Post Office, which represented 95% of the incoming mail from Nigeria. The addresses had been sourced from local and international telephone directories and various business publications.

In May of 1996, pursuant to PDD-42, a federal law enforcement interagency working group was created to develop a domestic law enforcement strategy regarding Nigerian organized crime. The proposed enforcement effort of the strategy became known as the Nigerian Crime Initiative (NCI).

DEC 1997 - Douglas Arthur Cole a.k.a. Peter McGrath a.k.a. William H. Miles whose ring may have been responsible for up to $20 million in fraud worldwide was convicted of 22 counts of 419 related charges in the US District Court in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

In 1998, then-Attorney General Reno approved the recommendation of the working group to establish the Interagency Nigerian Organized Crime Task Force (INOCTF).

On January 12, 1999, the Secret Service began a cooperative effort with the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, and the Nigerian National Police (NNP). The purpose of this effort was to provide operational, investigative and training assistance to the NNP and other Nigerian federal law enforcement agencies.

SEP 2000 - The United States Secret Service is said to have carried out 150 investigations into financial crimes in Nigeria leading to no fewer than 220 arrests since January, last year.

On January 5th, 2001 the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Mr. M. R. Rasheed was charged in a US Federal District Court with lying under oath and providing false testimony regarding his direct involvement in setting up secret offshore accounts and trusts."

5. Nigeria Police Internet Resource Unit - http://www.nigeriapolice.org/419.htm
"Advanced Fee Fraud is a criminal offence defined and punishable under section 419 of the Nigeria criminal code."

6. Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria - http://www.nigeriaembassyusa.org/fraud.shtml
"The publicity campaigns by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria have proved successful in sensitizing the public about the menace of advance fee fraud and the falsehood of claims that easy money could be made in Nigeria."

7. US Postal Inspector - http://www.usps.com/websites/depart/inspect/pressrel.htm
"Inspectors announced they have seized and destroyed over two million Nigerian advance-fee fraud letters at the JFK Airport Mail Center since March 30, 1998. The letters, often referred to as "419" letters after the Nigerian statute that makes them illegal, were found to have counterfeit Nigerian postage, and they promoted fraudulent business proposals.

Lee Heath, Postal Inspector in Charge of the New York Division, warns that American consumers are being scammed to the tune of $100 million annually by international con artists, who send the letters primarily from Nigeria and other West African countries."

8. Florida Computer Crime Center - http://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Fc3/nigerian.html
"There are several variations of the Nigerian Scam that criminals may use to exploit their victims. Here are some examples: Fake lottery winnings, Beneficiary of a Will, Bogus Cashiers Checks, Donation Solicitations, Fake Web Site, Modeling opportunities, American Soldier in Afghanistan or Iraq, fake items sold on auction sites, credit card fraud, bank fraud, check kiting, various types of insurance fraud, entitlement fraud, false identification, passport & visa fraud, marriage fraud to obtain U.S. citizenship, vehicle thefts, the counterfeiting of U.S. currency, and the counterfeiting of corporate checks and other obligations."

9. Attorney General - http://www.ago.mo.gov/newsreleases/2001/042701.htm
"Nigerian scam bust uncovers new victims — including one $3 million victim — and money trail to Cayman Islands."

10. Department of Consumer Affairs - http://www.scconsumer.gov/press_releases/m...gerian_scam.htm
"...many businesses are getting some very curious mail from the country of Nigeria. There is an organization of con men from this country operating numerous swindles throughout the United States..."

11. The U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command - http://www.mccoy.army.mil/vtriad_online/09...am_09-22-06.htm
"...released an advisory warning Soldiers and family members of a so-called Nigerian Fraud Scam or advanced fee fraud, using unsolicited faxes, electronic-mail or letters. The advisory also warns of the criminal implications for Army personnel who actively facilitate the scheme.

The Nigerian Scam starts with someone from Nigeria, or another country, making unsolicited contact with unsuspecting victims requesting their help in disposing of gold or money recovered in Iraq, or oil revenues from Nigeria or Russia, or lottery winnings from some oversees location."

12. State Department - http://www.dfi.wa.gov/consumers/alerts/nigerian.htm
"The Nigerian Advance Fee Scam continues to draw in victims even though it's been around for a long time. View the U.S. Secret Services' website for tactics Nigerian scam artists use to lure victims."

13. US Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria - http://www.state.gov/www/regions/africa/naffpub.pdf
"According to the Metropolitan Police Company fraud department in London, some 3000 AFF letters are mailed or faxed worldwide; primarily form Nigeria."

14. Snopes.com - http://www.snopes.com/crime/fraud/nigeria.asp
"Nigerian fraud costs its victim anywhere from a few thousand dollars up to hundreds of thousands."

15. Fraud.org - http://www.fraud.org/scamsagainstbusinesse...ps/nigerian.htm
"you will be asked to pay a never-ending series of fees or expenses before the funds can be transferred to your account. Unfortunately, the millions never materialize."

16. FTC - http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/nigeralrt.shtm
"Nigerian advance-fee fraud has been around for decades, but now seems to have reached epidemic proportions..."

17. The Dallas Morning News - http://metrocolumnistsblog.dallasnews.com/...rian-fraud.html
"Release Feb. 27, 2008 - Special Agent in Charge Robert E. Casey Jr. issues warning to the public of a new tactic on the Nigerian Fraud Letters."

18. MSNBC - http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3078489
"Hundreds of victims have recently fallen..."

19. Fox News - http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,232500,00.html
"Victims still falling prey to Nigerian email scams"

20. Internet Crime Complain Center - http://www.ic3.gov/crimeschemes.aspx#item-3
"In most instances, the money is sent to locations in West Africa (Nigeria)."

21. Wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advance_fee_fraud
"The 419 scam originated in the early 1980s as the oil-based economy of Nigeria declined. Several unemployed university students first used this scam as a means of manipulating business visitors interested in shady deals in the Nigerian oil sector before targeting businessmen in the west..."

22. Bestfrauds.com - http://www.bestfrauds.com/money-swindle3.html
"Online schemes operating out of Nigeria that have defrauded victims out of tens of millions of dollars have become so pervasive that the U.S. government has given the West African country until November to take steps to decrease such crimes or face sanctions. Financial fraud is now reportedly one of the three largest industries in Nigeria, where the anonymity of the Internet is being used to give crime syndicates a windfall."

23. This is a link to the US Department of Justice site showing another 36 links discussing Nigerian scams.

24. Here is a link to the US Secret Service site showing another 91 links to Nigerian scams.

The United States Secret Service (USSS) and the United States Postal Service are primary U.S. law enforcement agencies in dealing with these types of scams. U.S. citizens or residents who have suffered a financial loss and want to report a scam may forward unsolicited e-mails to the USSS at 419.fcd@usss.treas.gov. U.S. citizens and residents who have suffered a financial loss are instructed to contact the nearest field office of the Secret Service by telephone.

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Posted on 03:55 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Scam Watch: Avoiding Nigerian Scams

Recently, we discovered a scammer claiming to be from the United Kingdom, but according to his IP address, he was actually located in Nigeria.

This was the message he sent:

My name is Phillips Dave, you're one of the few people chosen out of the screening exercise performed by our moderator. You have got the physical features we need for our catalog update, I have a pay job for you. Email me at ModelingAgent@futuresfab.com if you are interested. Hope to hear from you soon.

Nigerian scams first became prevalent in 2001, and have since taken many different forms and victimized thousands of people. Experts offer the following tips to avoid becoming the victim of a Nigerian scammer:

 If you’ve received a suspicious email, use Google or another popular search engine to search terms used in the email that you’ve received. If it’s a scam, often you will come across complaints from other internet users who have received the same email and posted the information online.

 Don’t rely on email communication. Advise the sender that you would like to further discuss the opportunity via telephone. Scammers are very reluctant to engage in phone conversations, therefore if the person you’re corresponding with is hesitant to communicate over the phone, that’s an immediate red flag.

 If the sender makes mention of a bank in their correspondence, use the FDIC’s Institution Directory found on their website to verify that it’s a legitimate establishment.

 If you are required to make a payment for a service or product on the web, use a credit card because they offer more protection.

For more information on entertainment industry related scams, or tips on avoiding them, log in each day at http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com and check out our Scam Alert.

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Posted on 03:54 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Win Over Casting Directors Every Time!

Are you a really great actor, dancer, singer or model but you’re having a hard time landing jobs? Sometimes talent isn’t enough to seal the deal. If you’re consistently late for your appointments, or come across as being rude or arrogant, no matter how talented you are, you may be passed over time and time again.

Succeeding in the entertainment industry often hinges on the ability to win people over. You have to sell yourself as a performer who is not only talented, but who’s responsible, professional and courteous to others. Want to get cast? Then dedicate as much energy to winning over the casting director that you dedicate to your craft.

So, how do you go about winning over the casting director? Here are a few easy tips that are guaranteed to help you make a positive, lasting impression on the casting director, and help you standout as a talent they’ll want to work with and endorse:

 Submit professional photos that both look like you and reflect your personality.
 Bring extra copies of your headshot and resume to your audition in the event yours have been misplaced.
 Consistently show up for your auditions on time.
 Be polite and professional to everyone in the casting office.
 Dress professionally.
 Demonstrate that you’re well prepared for your audition.
 Be receptive to the casting director and take direction as it’s given.
 Thank the casting director for his or her time before you leave your audition.

And as a little something extra, send a thank you note to the casting director letting them know how much you appreciate them for the opportunity. You can even have note cards or postcards created with your photo on them.

The goal is to standout from all of the other actors, singers, dancers and models that the casting directors will meet with. Even if you don’t get the job, I guarantee that you will leave a lasting, positive impression and the casting director will remember you when other opportunities arise.

Ready to begin using these tips to ace your next audition? Visit http://www.StarSearchCasting.com today and check out the thousands of auditions we have posted on our website.

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Posted on 03:53 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Broadcast Yourself – Using The Internet To Generate Exposure

Chris Crocker scored more than 8 million web hits and exposure on some of the most popular television shows when he posted a dramatic video on You Tube begging the media and the public to, “Leave Britney [Spears] alone” just after her much talked about performance on the MTV Video Music Awards. Whether his rant left you intrigued or simply annoyed, the attention he got landed him what most actors would give their left arms for – his own television show. Crocker, admittedly an aspiring actor, signed a contract with Blue Productions to appear in his own reality show. The actor had been posting videos to the web for six months and he’d begun developing a substantial fan base. In addition to the famous rant that helped him secure a television deal, his You Tube page included more than 60 additional performance pieces.

Even the Ford Modeling Agency is turning to the web to generate more exposure for their agency and their models. The agency has produced more than 1,000 videos for the web featuring their models during photo shoots, backstage at fashion shows, and even at the gym. You can view these videos on the web, including on You Tube. Some videos have garnered more than one million hits.

Did you know that with a Platinum or Diamond membership on www.StarSearchCasting.com, you can post video files to your profile? Chris Crocker – though a bit quirky – and the Ford Modeling Agency are great examples of how you can use the internet effectively to generate valuable exposure. Whether you have a video from a previous staged performance, or you’ve recently self-recorded an audition piece, adding a video to your Star Search Casting profile is a great way to showcase your talent to casting directors and other industry executives and show them that you really do have what it takes. A picture’s worth a thousand words, but a video clip seals the deal! Just ask Chris Crocker!

To upgrade your membership so that you can add video clips to your page, visit http://www.StarSearchCasting.com and click on ‘Membership Levels.’ Remember, before posting any original material to our site, or any other site, make sure you’ve gone to the proper channels to have your work registered and copy written.

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Posted on 03:52 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Make The Most Of Your Callback

You recently auditioned for a role and the casting director was so impressed that they want to see you again! Congrats! Getting a callback is great validation for a performer. It means that out of the hundreds of people that the casting director initially auditioned, you were among a small few that really stood out.

While the casting director typically selects a handful of people out of hundreds that he or she thinks would be most suitable for lead and supporting roles – it’s rare that the casting director gets the final say. When you go to your callback, you’ll most likely audition in front of high powered decision makers such as network executives if you’re auditioning for a role on a television show, advertising executives if you’re auditioning for a commercial, or the director if you’re auditioning for a film. Additionally, you may even have more than one callback.

This is your shot to land the role, so make sure you take the opportunity seriously. In order to make the most of your callback:

 Arrive early and ask if there have been any changes to the script. Unfortunately actors can spend hours practicing material they’ve received in advance, only to get to an audition and learn that the material has been revised. If you arrive early, you give yourself an opportunity to prepare for issues like this.

 Don’t alter your look. You don’t have to wear the same thing you wore to the initial audition (though many people do), but you want to ensure the casting director remembers you, and that you reflect the same image that you did initially because based on the fact that you’ve been called back, that’s what the casting staff is looking for.

 Try to get a copy of the entire script so that you have a better understanding of who the character is.

 Be friendly, upbeat, positive and professional. If you’re auditioning in front of the director, he or she will not only be evaluating your talent, but also if you’re the type of performer they will want to work with for the duration of the project.

If you don’t land the job, take it all in stride. By securing a callback you’ve proved that you have something really special and others are sure to see it as you continue auditioning for other roles. Additionally, the influential industry executives who you auditioned for during your callback may be interested in calling you in for upcoming projects.

Curious how other performers have handled the pressure of callbacks? Log in to http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com and connect with other members in our community forum.

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Posted on 03:43 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

How To Avoid Choosing The Wrong Audition Song

If you’ve checked out our auditions lately then you may have noticed that there are several musicals seeking talented men and women to join their casts! Theatrical classics like Show Boat and Hair and two original musical films are just a few of the posts perfect for Elite Casting Network members who are great at both acting and singing!

Have you ever auditioned for a musical and afterwards you think to yourself, “Why on earth did I pick that song!” Selecting a song for an audition can be a challenge - especially if you’re new to auditioning. Here’s a checklist that you can use to eliminate song choices so that you don’t make the costly mistake of picking the wrong song for your musical theatre audition.

Don’t choose a song…

…If it doesn’t resonate with you. You should really like the song, and enjoy singing it in order to perform it well.

…If portions of the song are out of your range. If during practice you can’t consistently hit all of the notes, pick a new song.

…If it’s not in a key you can sing in and you aren’t able to have it transposed. Don’t assume that the pianist at your audition can transpose music on sight.

…If it doesn’t show off your vocal talents.

…If you have trouble remembering the lyrics.

Once you’ve eliminated songs that aren’t a good fit, begin keeping the songs that are well suited for your voice and for musical theatre auditions in a well-organized notebook. You can also keep your headshots and resumes in the notebook so that you’re always prepared when you arrive at your audition.

Ready to sing your heart out? Visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today and check out some of the auditions that we have posted on our website. You can also connect with other members in our community forum to discuss other helpful audition tips. Good luck!

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Posted on 03:42 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

Let Your Talent Shine With A Diamond Membership From Star Search Casting

Let Your Talent Shine With A Diamond Membership From Star Search Casting

Double your exposure this year! Purchase an annual Diamond membership at Star Search Casting & get 12 months for the price of 8, plus a one-year Diamond membership at Elite Casting Network. There’s no better way to let your talent shine!

HOLLYWOOD – If you’ve got the look, the personality and the talent, we can help you get the exposure! An entire year’s worth! Star Search Casting (www.StarSearchCasting.com) is helping aspiring actors, dancers, singers and models launch the career of their dreams by offering them an annual Diamond membership, for only $199.95 when they purchase an annual subscription. The subscription starts at just $24.99 a month, but by paying for a full year upfront, members can save $100. Additionally, as a special bonus they’ll also get a free, one-year Diamond membership at Elite Casting Network (www.EliteCastingNetwork.com). That’s two memberships from two leading casting websites, for the price of one – a $600 value.

Star Search Casting has been a leader in providing casting notices and other online resources for aspiring entertainers seeking acting, singing, dancing and modeling jobs for 10 years. The website has helped thousands of Hollywood hopefuls launch successful careers in the entertainment industry, and book the jobs of their dreams. This year, in an effort to help actors, singers, dancers and models get the most exposure for the best value, Star Search Casting is now offering Diamond memberships for both Star Search Casting and Elite Casting Network, a $600 value for only $199.95. That’s 12 months for the price of 8, plus two memberships for the price of one. It’s the best deal in the industry bar none.

An annual Diamond level membership at Star Search Casting includes: 100 photos in your personal profile; five customizable web addresses linking to your profile; eight documents; three audio files; three video files; 100 free SMS credits; a hit counter; unlimited contacts from casting directors and other industry professionals; and the exposure of a lifetime for aspiring singers, dancers, actors and models! For a limited time only, when members sign up for an annual Diamond level membership at Star Search Casting, they will enjoy the same benefits at Elite Casting Network.

Singers, actors, dancers and models who purchase an annual Platinum, Gold or Silver membership at Star Search Casting will also get a one-year membership for the cost of eight months! They’ll also get the same level membership at Elite Casting Network and instantly double their exposure.

For more information on these amazing savings, visit http://www.StarSearchCasting.com and click on 'Membership Levels'. There’s no better time for singers, dancers, actors and models to shoot for the stars!

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Posted on 03:41 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

The Benefits Of Good Dance Technique

Television and film producers have capitalized on the dance fever that has struck the nation. From shows like Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance to movies like Step Up and How She Move, audiences everywhere are being swept up in the latest dance craze. Many of these shows and films are also encouraging more and more people to pursue dance as a career.

If you’ve watched any of the televised dance shows, then you know that training doesn’t automatically determine talent. Experienced dancers who’ve been training for more than a dozen years often share the stage with novice dancers who’ve learned their moves from watching music videos, or dancing in nightclubs. And sometimes when it’s time to make a decision, it’s the untrained dancer that moves on to the next round. Having passion, dedication and style can sometimes impress a judge even more than 12 years of advanced classes.

While the media is proving that lack of training doesn’t have to hold aspiring dancers back from pursuing their dreams, it is still important that all dancers begin taking classes. While proper technique isn’t a requirement for winning over judges, it is a requirement if you want to ward off injury.

Dance auditions require dancers to pick up choreography - which can sometimes be very complex - very quickly. If dancers haven’t grasped proper technique, strenuous auditions – and performances – can easily lead to injury. Choreography that may require jump landings or deep squats can lead to tendonitis and knee injuries. An improper turnout can lead to wear and tear on the hips. Poor posture can lead to successive back problems.

If you have a natural talent and you’ve decided to pursue dance as a career, begin taking classes as soon as possible. This is an exciting time for you and you don’t want to miss your big break due to an injury that could have been prevented by refining your technique.

For a list of dance studios in your area, visit http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com and visit our 'Entertainment Resources' section.

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Posted on 03:41 AM on Wed, Mar 19 2008

New Year, New Agency?

Do you have representation but still don’t feel like your career is taking off? Often aspiring singers, dancers, actors and models are so excited to sign with an agency, but then the experience leaves much to be desired. There are many reasons why clients are dismayed by their relationship with their agency. Perhaps they are not being sent on auditio