Your agent submitted you. Casting liked what they saw. So they clicked on your profile to learn more about you. Now what?

Your profile isn't just a digital CV. It's your first impression, your pitch and your portfolio in one place.

What Casting Is Actually Looking For

Put yourself in their shoes. They're moving through hundreds, sometimes thousands of submissions.

In seconds, they're asking: Does this person look right? Can they do the job? Is there enough here to trust them with a role?

Your profile answers all three - or it doesn't.

Getting Submitted Is Step One. Your Profile Is Step Two.

Your agent submits you for roles. But once Casting clicks through to your profile, it's on you to make sure it does the talking.

Think about what casting sees the moment they land on your page:

Your headshots - are they current, professional and varied enough to show range?

Your showreel - does it open strong, or does it take 40 seconds to get interesting?

Your credits - are they up to date, or is your last listed credit from three years ago?

Your skills and physical attributes - is everything filled in, or are there blank fields that create doubt?

Three Perspectives That Might Change How You Think About Your Profile

Casting is looking for a reason to bring you in. If your profile is sparse, outdated, or difficult to navigate, it becomes much harder for them to quickly understand your fit for a role and confidently advocate for you.

Your agent is your advocate, but they're working with what you give them. If your profile is outdated or incomplete, it can weaken an otherwise strong submission before casting has even looked beyond your headshot.

Every role is looking for something different. Once a casting director puts you forward, directors and producers have access to your profile. A strong profile helps them quickly understand your experience, skills and suitability for the role. The easier that information is to find, the easier it is for people to see why you're right for the role.

What an Outstanding Profile Looks Like

It's not about perfection. It's about completeness and intention.

A strong profile tells a story quickly. It has a primary headshot that reads clearly at thumbnail size, a showreel that opens on your best work and credits that show range and consistency. Skills are specific - not just "accents" but which ones, at what level. Training is listed because it signals commitment to the craft.

On Altai, your profile brings all of this together in one place - headshots, reels, credits, skills and attributes - exactly what casting offices need when they're evaluating a submission. Altai is free end to end, with the option to be on the lite or professional tier. Your first 30 days on Pro are on us. Get started today.

FAQ

Q: How often should I update my acting profile?

A: After every significant credit, new headshots or a change in your skills. At minimum, review it every three to six months.

Q: What's the most important part of my artist profile?

A: Your headshots and showreel carry the most weight - they communicate type, range and ability at a glance. But your credits matter too. They reflect your recent work, demonstrate experience and help casting teams build a fuller picture of who you are as a performer. Complete skills and credits also make it easier for casting to find you when searching for specific requirements.

Q: Does my profile matter if I have a good agent?

A: Yes. Casting professionals frequently look beyond the submission to the full profile - especially for bigger roles where multiple decision-makers are involved.