Foreign actors' showreels and our top ten tips on showreel production for those coming to Australia
- If you're starting from scratch, it may be a good idea to get the showreel made in Australia.
- Begin by researching your new audience and market. View as many Australian showreels as you can.
- Use Australian scripts or choose characters that reflect the type of roles you are likely to get in Australia.
- Only attempt the Australian accent if you are proficient in it. Get voice training before you make the showreel to at least reduce your accent, if necessary.
- Compile any different showreels you have into one, versatile one.
- If all your existing scenes are in a language other than English, add at least one scene in English. Only use a reel in a non-English language if you're only applying for non-English speaking work.
- Translate the titles and subtitle any non-English language.
- Don't forget to change your contact info. Use your own contact info as well as your non-Australian agent's (if you have one). Use your Australian agent's contact details instead of or as well as your non-Australian agent's.
- Bring the master copy with you in a compatible for Australia format.
- The Australian industry may be smaller than you're used to and many Australian casting directors do not view unsolicited showreels, so don't waste your money by duplicating and sending out too many copies.
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