1. Writing a resume
For the Theatre

2. Contents Name, cell phone, email, website
Professional Affiliations (SAG, AFTRA, Equity…for us, Thespians)
Physical Description
Yes this is necessary
Height, weight, hair color, eye color, visible tattoos
Also, vocal range

3. Contents - Experience You only get ONE page, so make it count
List experience in order of importance, or impact of show
Include name of show, location of theater, name of director
If you had a specific “role” that can be included here
After listing Theatre, you may include film or television credits as well.
Your resume should fit the position you are going for (NYC, local, regional)

5. Training – only if VALID Include teacher if professional or noteworthy Time Frame
Acting Lessons
Voice Lessons
Dance Classes
Professional Workshops
Scene Study
Use Theatre I and Performing Arts for us

6. Special Talents and Awards
Special Skills: Juggling, Acrobatics, Pantomime, Dance, Stage Combat, Foreign Language, Dialects, Instruments, Etc. DO NOT LIE
Best Actress, Honor Thespian, Etc.

7. Dos and Don’ts DO: Staple your resume to the back of your headshot
Easy to read format
Tailor your resume to fit the job
Ensure dates and directors and names are all correct

8. Dos and Don’ts DON’T: LIE More than one page
Include clippings or reviews
Use too small font – narrow down to most important
Include your age
Non-Theatre Education or Experience