TALENT: How do I Navigate the Mobile App?

This article explains how Premium talent can utilize the mobile app and all of its available features.

• The Talent mobile app is available as a free download for iPhone users. In order to use all of the features the mobile app has to offer, first make sure your phone is updated to the iOS 16 version or higher. 

• Use the "Billboard" icon in the lower left-hand corner to view the current projects available for you to submit yourself to.

• You can use the pin icon in the upper right-hand corner to adjust your filters and Saved Searches to find the right roles for you.

• You can use the "Settings" icon in the lower right-hand corner to view and edit your basic account details including your name, email, phone number, password, language, and time zone.

• Under the "Alerts" section at the bottom of your screen, you can view and complete Media Requests, Question Requests, and respond to Audition Requests!

• You can add media to your request either from your media bank or uploaded directly from your phone.

• You can upload media from your iPhone's Photo Library or Files app.

• You can also view, edit file names, and download media that is currently on your account.

• You can choose to show/hide the media on your profile, archive it in your media library, or delete it altogether.

• If you have multiple performers attached to one account, you can easily switch between the performers and view all of their profiles.

• You can edit your multiple clips into a reel.

• You have the ability to add text and filters while editing your reel.

• You can re-order and trim clips.

• You can save your videos to Your Profile.

• You can also access our app support center

1. When logging into the mobile app, you will automatically land on the Casting Billboard page, where you can scroll down to explore and access all the projects available for submission.

2. After you have located the project you want to submit to, tap on it. On the next page, you can review all the project's details before clicking on “Submit for Role” to proceed with the submission.

3. Carefully review all the role-specific information, confirm your work location, and then proceed by clicking on “Next.”

4. Choose the media you wish to submit for the project, including photos and other relevant content, and then click ‘Next’ once more.

5. Once you have chosen your media, you can either leave a Submission Note for the Casting Director or scroll down and click ‘Send Submission’ to finish your submission.

• **Important Note:** On certain projects, you may be asked to upload additional media files; this is a decision made by the Casting Director. When you come across the ‘Add Requested Media’ prompt, please keep in mind that these additional media files will solely be included for the submission and will not become part of your profile.

• Casting Billboard on the Casting Networks Mobile App is only visible to users with an active Premium Membership. Users with a Free membership will see the 'Alerts' page by default.

   

1. Open the Casting Networks app on your iPhone.

2. Tap on ‘Media’ from the bottom navigation menu.

3. Tap on the media you would like to delete from the Photos, Videos or Audio sections.

4. From the options that appear, Tap on ‘Delete.’

5. A confirmation message will appear. Tap ‘Delete’ again to confirm deletion.

• **Note:** Please note that deleting a photo does not give the ability to upload another photo for free in its place.

• If you are unable to delete any photos or media, please contact us with a screenshot of the media you would like to delete.

   

The Alerts section is your hub for managing communication from casting professionals. When you log in, you can check this section for self-tape requests, media submissions, questions, and audition or callback invitations.

To access your requests:

1. Log in to the Casting Networks mobile app.

2. Look at the bottom of the screen for the Alerts icon.

3. If you see a number displayed on the icon, you have pending or unread requests waiting for you.

4. Tap the icon to view your alerts.

Casting directors may send a message to ask about your availability or to get more information before moving forward. It is important to reply to these promptly.

When responding:

• Read the question carefully.

• Select or type your answer as required.

Note: Once you submit your response to a question request, you cannot edit it.

You may receive a Media Request asking for self-tapes, photos, audio recordings, or documents. Be sure to review the details thoroughly, as there may be specific instructions included.

Here is what you can do within a Media Request:

• Upload Media: You can select files from your Media Bank or choose Upload New to add files directly from your device.

• Add a Note: You have the option to include a note for casting before sending your files.

• Decline: If you cannot fulfill the request, you can decline the request (this option is available if you haven't uploaded media yet).

Note: Once your request is submitted, you cannot edit your response.

Casting may invite you to an in-person audition or a Zoom audition. You will receive detailed instructions for the specific type of audition requested.

You can respond with one of the following options:

• Confirm: Accept the audition time.

• Reschedule: Request a new time. You must add a note explaining why.

• Decline: Turn down the audition. You must add a note explaining why.

Important: Once you have made your selection, it cannot be changed in the app. If you need to change your response later, please contact your representative for help.

You can easily re-sequence your media files *before* you submit your response. Follow these steps:

1. While completing a media request on the iOS app, upload all your requested photos, videos, or audio files.

2. On the submission screen, you will see a list of the media you have added.

3. To move a file, tap and hold the drag handle (it looks like three horizontal lines ☰) next to the item.

4. While still holding, drag the item up or down the list to its new position.

5. You will see the list update on your screen in real time.

6. Release your finger to drop the item into its new spot.

7. Repeat this process for any other files until you are happy with the order.

8. Once finished, complete and submit your media request. The new order you set is what the casting director will see.

• This reordering feature works for all supported media types: photos, videos, and audio files.

• The sequence you set is final once you submit the media request. You cannot change it after submission.

• The new order will be visible on your own submission confirmation screen and in the casting director’s view of the request.

   

1. Tap the thumbnail in the upper right hand corner that serves as the Main Menu icon.

2. Click on ‘Your Submissions.’

3. All the submissions made on Casting Billboard will appear as soon as you click on ‘Your Submissions.’

4. You can sort them by oldest to newest or newest to oldest.

• If you have not made any self submissions from Casting Billboard, the ‘Your submissions’ page will not show anything and it will read ‘Opps.. no matching data found.’

   

With the mobile app, you can compile clips saved on your device into a professional reel. Follow these steps to get started:

1. Tap on the Main Menu icon (your profile thumbnail) at the upper right of the screen.

2. Tap on Create a Video Reel.

3. Ensure that all the clips you wish to use in your video reel are downloaded to your iOS device.

4. Select the clips you want to include in your reel.

Once your clips are selected, you can customize the flow and look of the video before adding it to your profile. 

1. Re-order and trim the clips as needed.

2. Add title cards between your clips to separate scenes.

3. Edit your reel to include enhancements, such as adding text to your title cards.

4. Once you are finished editing, save and upload the Video Reel to your profile.

    

1. You can easily switch between multiple profiles on the new mobile app to view your Credits, Skills, Personal Info, Media, and more.

2.  Tap on the Main Menu icon.

3.  Tap on Switch Profile.

4.  Tap on the Profile that you’d like to view and then tap on View Profile.

5.  You will now be able to view Info, Media, Appearance, and Preferences for the selected profile.

While the app is great for viewing your profile on the go, there are a few things to keep in mind regarding edits:

1. Open the Casting Networks Mobile App.

2. Select the Account tab in the upper right-hand corner.

3. Select View Profile.

4. Click the Edit button on the right-hand side.

5. To modify any categories on your profile, simply click on the pencil icon.

6. Once you are done editing your profile, click on Done on the right-hand side.

• Viewing only: Users cannot edit Info, Appearance, or Preferences directly on the iPhone App.

Can I reorder media after I submit the request?
No. The order must be set before you finalize and submit the media request. Be sure to check the sequence before submitting.

Does the media reordering feature work on the website?
This article specifically covers the new reordering feature on the iOS app. Feature availability may differ on other platforms.

Do changes made on the profile in the iOS app reflect on the Web Browser?

Any modifications made to your profile through the mobile app will be mirrored on the web browser version.