Ettiquette for Responding To An Online Audition Posting

The internet has made it much easier for productions to get the word out about open auditions or a call for submissions.

Using e-mail to respond to these postings allow things to happen faster and can make everyone's job a lot easier, but it is important to use proper ettiquette to avoid making mistakes that could cost you a chance at a role or even damage your reputation.

1. Never send attachments unless you have been given permission to do so. This is not only important because of SPAM issues but also because attachments use up a lot of bandwidth. If you are sending a cover letter but a headshot/resume were not asked for, simply state in your letter that they are available upon request.
   
2. If you are sending an attachment, always describe exactly what the attachment is (headshot, resume) and indicate the type of file so it can be opened easily. Offer to send the attachment in an alternate format should they be unable to open it.
   
3. Always send attachments in the recommended format. If the announcement does not specify a format, use accessible formats that can be used on any platform. (jpg, doc, txt, etc)
   
4. Write e-mails with the same formality and care that you would a "snail mail" letter. Make sure you know who the letter is going to and address them by name. Use proper grammar and proper English. Use your spell check.

   More On E-Mail Letters

   • Be very, very careful with e-mail. Don't just start sending "give me a job" letters to every e-mail address that you think "might" be interested. Make sure that you have a REASON for e-mailing them other than just asking for "a break".
     
   • Keep a list of all the people you have e-mailed, and check off when they have responded, and what their response was. You don't ever want to e-mail someone repeatedly.

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