Images are very popular in social media and is a great way of sharing photos with friends and members of the public. My main image bank that I use is instagram which has grown very popular with billions of users.
My instagram is:
www.instagram.com/hollydanielsuk
I have recently uploaded a few of my portfolio photos which I have used in auditions to get jobs. They are full body shots but due to instagram I can't show you the whole photo.
I do think that this is useful in getting work as casting directors can look at your account and they get an idea of what you look at and what you have done. I uploaded two photos one was just a plain body shot and the other is me doing a box split leap. I am very lucky to have the flexibility that I have so I am going to make good use of it and show everyone what I can do. I think it is good to have different images to show off and it shows versatility and would therefore make you more employable.
On my account I have various Disney photos as I had a great opportunity to work at Disneyland earlier this year. Some photos show what I did when I was there and shows people what Disneyland is really like.
I also have various quotes on my page. I find quotes very inspirational and motivating so when I find a good quote I post it so that everyone can see.
I am very weary of what I post on Instagram as I am aware that it is viewable to the public and I don't to be seen a bad way. I only post images that mean something to me or the photo was taken on an memorable occasion that I don't want to forget. I do see my page mainly for myself like a photo album but online and public. I enjoy reminiscing over past images as I know that I put them on Instagram for a reason and I hope that my friends and members of the public enjoy them too.
Sunday 12 October 2014
Task 1b: Professional Communication Technologies
I do not know anything about Web 2.0 but after reading about it I realised that I have used the concept without knowing.
Web 2.0 ideas are sharing with the users, therefore everyone can view the content and users can interact with each other. I do like this idea as it gets everyone involved and share their ideas but I am not sure about it reliability. Wikipedia for example we all know the information may or may not be true as it comes from different people and members of the public can update it too. I do however enjoy talking to people about topics as they normally have the same interest as me and then we can all broaden on each others knowledge.
Although in Web 1.0 there is only a small chance of changing and interacting with people I think it is more reliable. Web 1.0 is very similar to newspapers. Newspaper are the most reliable form of news, although this may depend on the journalists/editors and the newspaper. I believe because of Web 1.0 gets straight to the point and tells the story with no interruptions. From some searches from Web 2.0 because of the users interacting with each other they discuss other views that may not necessarily have anything to do with the topic.
Web 2.0 encourages media such as photos, music etc. I use this idea as it makes people become part of a community and be part of the web in many different ways. It also broadens media so that it can be viewed everywhere around the world.
Google is a quick way of finding information out. If you want to know something, type it in google and the likelihood that someone else has asked that question is very possible. There is probably public forums that people have answered in and given their opinion and it is your choice wether you take their advice or not.
I look forward to learning more about Web 2.0 and I hope it will be beneficial to me in the future.
Web 2.0 ideas are sharing with the users, therefore everyone can view the content and users can interact with each other. I do like this idea as it gets everyone involved and share their ideas but I am not sure about it reliability. Wikipedia for example we all know the information may or may not be true as it comes from different people and members of the public can update it too. I do however enjoy talking to people about topics as they normally have the same interest as me and then we can all broaden on each others knowledge.
Although in Web 1.0 there is only a small chance of changing and interacting with people I think it is more reliable. Web 1.0 is very similar to newspapers. Newspaper are the most reliable form of news, although this may depend on the journalists/editors and the newspaper. I believe because of Web 1.0 gets straight to the point and tells the story with no interruptions. From some searches from Web 2.0 because of the users interacting with each other they discuss other views that may not necessarily have anything to do with the topic.
Web 2.0 encourages media such as photos, music etc. I use this idea as it makes people become part of a community and be part of the web in many different ways. It also broadens media so that it can be viewed everywhere around the world.
Google is a quick way of finding information out. If you want to know something, type it in google and the likelihood that someone else has asked that question is very possible. There is probably public forums that people have answered in and given their opinion and it is your choice wether you take their advice or not.
I look forward to learning more about Web 2.0 and I hope it will be beneficial to me in the future.
Friday 10 October 2014
Task 1a: Professional Profile
How important is the CV?
I've seen casting directors browse at people's CVs and they immediately discard it, but why?
I guess it could be for many different reasons like its not clear, it doesn't have relevant information etc, so is there such thing as a perfect CV? I personally don't think there is.
What interests me is that no one in the world will have the same CV as you. Everyone may have the same training but then may go on to do different things so I actually haven't got a clue how casting directors decide who they want.
This is a excerpt of my professional CV.
From looking at Anthony's blog http://antgifford.blogspot.co.uk I have noticed that I am not the only one who has more than one CV. I actually have three CVs which I use for different jobs. The one above is my professional one and I also have a normal work one and a fitness one. I do think this is a good idea as most casting directors don't really want to know about what bar/retail work you have done and employers just find that dancing on television is really fascinating and can't stop talking about it.
With my professional CV I actually swap and move things around depending on the audition I am going to. For example if its for a musical audition I would have all my singing experience and qualifications first rather than my dance and vise versa. I'm not sure if this actually works but I personally think it makes it stand out more and is more appealing to the casting director.
At the moment from looking at my CV I think got too much writing but at the same time I do feel that it is all relevant as I am afraid of taking away information that may help me get a job.
I've seen casting directors browse at people's CVs and they immediately discard it, but why?
I guess it could be for many different reasons like its not clear, it doesn't have relevant information etc, so is there such thing as a perfect CV? I personally don't think there is.
What interests me is that no one in the world will have the same CV as you. Everyone may have the same training but then may go on to do different things so I actually haven't got a clue how casting directors decide who they want.
This is a excerpt of my professional CV.
INFO:
DOB: 13.12.90
Height: 5”3
Hair: Dark Brown
Eyes: Brown
Nationality: White British
Ethnicity: Mixed – White and Chinese
Measurement:
Bust: 33”
Waist: 29”
Hips: 32.5”
Shoe size: 3
Dress size: 8
Theatre Credits:
2013: “Vibe 25”• Singer/Dancer • Performers College • Directed by Chris Baldock
2013: “Young Frankenstein” • Ensemble • Millfield Theatre • Directed by Simon Adkins and Choreographed by Emma Rogers
2013: “Peace in Our Time” • Performers College • Directed by John Brant
2012: “Strictly” • Singer/Dancer • Performers College • Directed by Chris Baldock
2011: “In The Zone” • Singer/Dancer • Performers College • Directed by Chris Baldock
TELEVISION/FILM CREDITS:
2011: “Children in Need, Eastenders”• BBC Television • Dancer • Choreographer Paul Domaine
2011: “Text Santa” • ITV Advert • Choreographer Adrian Gas
Other credits:
2014: Character and Parade Performer • Dancer/Animator • Disneyland Paris
2013: “Daisy Ball”• Grosvenor House Hotel • Choreographed by Brain Rogers
2012: “Basildon Fashion Awards” • Model • Southend College
Training: Performers College – National Diploma in Musical Theatre
Dance: Classical Ballet, Pointe Work, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Commercial Jazz, Fosse, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical Theatre and Partner Work.
Vocal range: Soprano • G2-D5
Singing: Grade 8 ABRSM Singing, Individual Singing, Harmony and Close Harmony Work, Ensemble.
Other Skills: Grade 8 Flute and Singing, Piano, Strong Swimmer, RLSS Lifeguard, Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Qualified Zumba Instructor, Tennis, Cycling, Gymnastics, Juggling, Basic Stage Combat, 3 A Levels, 3 AS Levels, Full UK Driving License, Modelling.
With my professional CV I actually swap and move things around depending on the audition I am going to. For example if its for a musical audition I would have all my singing experience and qualifications first rather than my dance and vise versa. I'm not sure if this actually works but I personally think it makes it stand out more and is more appealing to the casting director.
At the moment from looking at my CV I think got too much writing but at the same time I do feel that it is all relevant as I am afraid of taking away information that may help me get a job.
My Headshot
This is my headshot that I use on my CV. I have always thought that professional head shots have been changed so much that they don't even look like the same person anymore, for example erasing blemishes and making everyone look like there skin is amazing when in reality that is not the case. When I was having my photo shoot for my headshot I did my best to look the same in everyday life but in auditions I sometimes put far too much make up on and then my headshot looks nothing like me. I do however think that a headshot is important in any professional CV as it gives an outlook on who you are before anyone has seen you and then the casting director can then relate to your credits.
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