Trying to build an acting career can feel daunting. Countless aspiring actors have relied on Backstage for more than 60 years for the latest casting calls, professional connections, and career-building resources. From booking their first gigs to finding agents and a supportive community, Backstage has been an invaluable resource for anyone looking for a place in the entertainment industry.
What do real Backstage users say about their experiences and the features that helped them on their journeys? Check out these reviews from Backstage members.
Extensive job opportunities
Backstage provides a wide range of casting calls and job opportunities in film, television, theater, advertising and media, music videos, student projects, and more.
- “I’ve always thought of Backstage as the real OG of casting sites. I keep coming back to Backstage because it’s one of the few casting sites I’ve been able to book paying work through my own self-submissions.”
–Carly Pandza - “Backstage is my favorite resource for project notices because you can really customize exactly what projects you are looking for, from TV, to theater, to voiceovers and everything in between.”
–Bryan Hoyson - “I always have my eye on Backstage just because there's so much stuff there. I regularly get auditions from my agency, but I never want to skip out on an opportunity.”
–James Meddock - “I love the ability to find diverse castings [on Backstage] that span an array of creative fields. From reality, scripted, commercials, music videos. …Backstage has it all.”
–Grant Crocker
Comprehensive profile and job search tools
Backstage’s tools help you stand out to casting directors, brands, and other creators looking for talent. A complete profile can set you apart in a competitive industry.
- “Fill out your profile completely. …The more complete your profile, the better. I’ve had casting directors, writers, producers, and directors reach out to me directly about roles and submissions through Backstage.”
–Carly Pandza - "Complete that profile, use search filters and save searches, and include cover letters. …Get Backstage and really take control of your career and start booking.”
–Grant Crocker - “If you are new to Backstage, take the time to fully complete your profile (resume, reels, pictures, special skills, bio, etc.)—it makes a difference in standing out from a sea of other hopefuls. Set up your search parameters and save them, then have any applicable casting breakdowns sent to your email every day, so that you don't miss anything!”
–Sarah Pribis - “Build your Backstage profile up the best you can with your photo and video portfolio materials, as well as your information and content from past projects that you've worked on. This will show your value and potential to jobs you submit to, which ideally will make people interested in working with you.”
–Christian Savino
Networking and career building
Backstage isn’t just about finding jobs, it’s a hub for networking and professional growth. Many users report discovering crucial industry connections and experiences on Backstage.
- “Backstage can be an AMAZING tool, but you have to USE it. If you're just starting out acting it can help you book some great projects to make connections, to get your name out there, and build up that resume and reel.”
–Stuart Maxheimer - “Submit to everything that's remotely appropriate for you and do it as soon as possible. And just because you don't think you'd be a perfect fit, you might get cast anyway. I submitted to a rap music video…thought for sure I wouldn't get it, but they cast me.”
–Ryan Harrison - “Through Backstage I found my first agent, my current acting coach, and the photographer that I've used twice for my headshots.…You never know what connections you'll end up making.”
–Shayna Brill - “Focus a lot on your portfolio, build a strong résumé, and really connect with the people that you work with on projects because they can end up being your lifelong friends and partners in the industry!”
–Elise Biscaro
Affordability and value
The platform offers affordable access to casting calls without extra charges and the experiences and connections you need to grow your career.
- “Backstage has different roles than the other casting sites! Backstage is more affordable, too. It’s nice you don’t have to pay each time you put a headshot or video on your profile.”
–Ryan Harrison - “If you always wanted to be in entertainment, but had no idea where to start, sign up for your first community college acting class and get a subscription to Backstage. Create your profile, and read everything you can on the platform. You'll save yourself years of how-can-I's and what-ifs.”
–Ernie Rivera
Worth the investment
Backstage is cited over and over by actors of all kinds as a valuable investment in their careers.
- “You have to put a little in to get any result. A lot of people are hesitant to pay for professional headshots or pay for a service like Backstage. But I always tell them that it’s worth the investment if the career is worth it to you.”
–Elise Biscaro - “I fully believe that YOU are your own best agent. No one is going to work harder for you than you. Backstage gives you the ability to find acting jobs on your own without an agent. Plus, there are so many things listed on Backstage that are never even sent around to agents.”
–Sarah Pribis - "Backstage is a great platform with amazing opportunities, training, and resources. It might seem like you don't book at first, and then all of a sudden, boom! …I absolutely love how great the site is and how many jobs are available.”
–Martin Aranot-Lopez
Backstage’s multitude of features and resources make it a powerful and essential tool for aspiring and experienced actors alike. Join today and start your Backstage journey!