Tips for Casting Nonprofessional Actors

Casting for a video production can mean many different things. For example, a marketing video for a company that uses their own employees will still need to apply to the same casting strategies as a professional video production. Not everyone is comfortable speaking on camera. Choosing the right person to be the face of a video for a company can be difficult, especially when working with nonprofessional actors and a limited means of production.

Whether it’s for educational or fundraising purposes, casting for videos intended for internal use only can have its own set of difficulties. The producer of the video has to be tactful when deciding which person is best fit to represent their company. The right candidate should have a pleasing demeanor that can be both serious and agreeable. They must be able to speak confidently and graciously on camera. Nonprofessional actors and people with little to no experience with video production have a tendency to appear stiff on camera. The wrong person might read their lines without any enthusiasm leaving the message wasted on the viewer.

Use discretion when choosing the right actor for your video. Using a professional video production company can help your business make more informed decisions when it comes to casting for videos of all varieties. Skillman Video Group is a Boston Video Production Company. Call us anytime at 800-784-0140.