I recently ran into a friend from the comedy scene. This friend works with actors and helps them cover the basics before they actually go out to try and sell themselves to agents, producers, casting directors, etc. The conversation quickly turned to comics and how many comics just aren’t ready to sell themselves: they don’t have headshots, a useable tape, polished material, etc. It really speaks to the lack of awareness many comics have for the industry. This conversation wen

I recently had a comic approach me about an article I wrote earlier this month covering the power of saying “yes.” We discussed aspects like saying “yes” to going to another producer’s comedy show for networking purposes, the potential for being cast on a show, etc. As the conversation progressed, we came to the topic of show casting and the ethics of asking for spots on shows. This particular topic sparked my interest; as a co-producer for Comedians on the Loose, I get appro