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Preparing for Your Show
You've been booked for a show. Now it's time to get ready for set!
Review your booking details
Booking details are the information you need for your filming day, including initial call time, hair, makeup and wardrobe notes, filming location, and what to do when you arrive.
Your booking details will be sent from the casting director or production company as an email and text message the evening before your filming date. You must reply to the message to confirm that you have received and reviewed the information.
Learn more about booking details and how to arrive ready to film.
Know your call time
The initial call time included in your booking details may change as filming schedules change often. Your booking details message will include instructions on how to check for call time changes.
You are responsible for knowing your call time and arriving to set on time.
Prepare for your day on set
Review the Talent Resources section so you know what to expect on your first day of filming.
Bring your photo ID and any documents mentioned in your booking details. If you are a member of SAG-AFTRA, bring proof of membership.
Learn more about how to prepare for your day on set.
Minors
Minors must be accompanied to set by a guardian who is not booked to work on the same production.
If a minor is working in California or New York, they must bring a physical copy of their work permit for the production to sign.
Depending on whether the minor’s school is in session, the minor may be required to attend school on set or attend their regular school before coming to work.
We care about your success
There's a lot to know about working as a background actor. Our Talent Resources page features easy-to-follow video tutorials on how to take accurate measurements, how to respond to casting messages, what to expect during your workday and more tips to help you navigate your booking.