Entering the Dolly magazine TV show audition. How can I stand out (for the right reasons)?

Question

See http://dolly.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=578261

It says I need to send in a video of me performing a script (in the latest Dolly magazine), and also a CV (resume) and a headshot photo of myself. The script is a monologue about a girl talking about her 1st day @ school and her feelings - good and bad.

I'm 12 (13 tomorrow!!) and have never done any performances or anything, but I've been doing Drama at my highschool this year and am really enjoying it and people have been complimenting me and saying I'm doing really well (I really don't mean to sound full of myself, but it is true that people say that).

Is there anything I really need to know? What should I include in my CV? Would they consider me seeing as I'm not experienced in acting?

The main prize is a 6-week to 3-year contract on the popular Aussie show, Neighbours!

I'm basically looking for ways to stand out in the crowd as well as learn any other tips and comments etc. - all of which are appreciated!

Answer 1

I agree, not a lot of make-up...be yourself and don't try to mimic a favorite actress. They want to see how natural you are, if you have a spark of personality and so on. You might want to get a coach or "director" for the audition tape if that's how you're doing it.

Answer 2

First of all, the video. I think it's best that before recording, to practise in front of a mirror until you know what you're supposed to say. After you're comfortable with that, it esential that you 'perform' in front of an audience. Not anything big of course, just a couple of your friends (who won't laugh at you!) Not only will it result in making you more comfortable with your monologue, but it will also give you and idea of what it may actually be like in the filming process. It won't just be you and the camera on a Neighbours set!

Next, the CV. Don't worry if you haven't had any profesional experience. I dont think that they'll expect professionals to audition for this anyways. They're looking for fresh talent. However, what you can do, is put down what performances you have done, say, in school productions, whether you got leads or not, awards you may have received for drama ane etc. It's not boasting, really, its just showing what you've got. Also, try to add in interesting things about yourself. Like what sports you may do, any charitable work, stuff like that. Don't be afraid of doing it! In about the first 5 minutes of looking at your CV they'll make a judgement, so what would you like them to think? You're an inexperienced bore, or a competent, fun and interesting person, one that would be a pleasure to have on set? Go figure.

But remember, as this is your first time in audtioning, you shouldn't expect to be chosen. If you are, that's great, but if you aren't, it will have been a worth while experience anyway. Learn from it and your mistakes, but what am I saying?! Enjoy it!

Answer 3

first, dont expect anything belive me im experienced in this feild! u probably wont get the job because you dont act that much so maybye join a local acting club get an agent and you will have a better chance but dont wear 2 much makeup thats a BIG turnoff for them because they want to see posibillitys with wat they can do for u with makeup not you already glammed up ps im 13 too and i have done that