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Strike a pose! How We Role breaks down actor headshots with Amanda Pinto and Jake Nathanson of Sub/Urban Photography. From wardrobe choices to poses that convey character and confidence to picking your best photos, this episode brims with advice for how to make your headshot session a success across the board. So, whether you're brand new to the scene or a seasoned pro looking to update your gallery, get ready for a trove of wisdom from two photographers who've seen the industry evolve, and understand what it takes to stand out in the 'wild west' of entertainment.

Suburban Photography began in a classic high school darkroom learning the fundamentals, before the digital revolution swept in. Their love of photography blossomed at NYU, where a friend's need for a headshot sparked a creative fire. Amanda and Jake quickly became a dynamic duo embracing the ever-changing world of photography. Flashing forward, they have photographed beloved talent like Emmy and Tony winner Billy Porter, done commercial work with amazing brands and found joy in photographing actors. Beyond the lens, Amanda deals with different kinds of close-ups as a director and actor, while Jake also wields his creativity through writing, video editing and cinematography. For more information, please visit sub-urbanphotography.com.

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Step onto the 2025 Artios Awards red carpet with How We Role host Robert Peterpaul as he interviews VIP guests live from the Edison Ballroom. In this episode you will hear from: Casting Director Bernie Telsey, Casting Director Erica A. Hart, Casting Director Tara Rubin and her office, Jinkx Monsoon, Only Murders in the Building star Michael Cyril Creighton, Casting Director Kate Geller, Casting Director Liz Lewis, Casting Director Stephanie Gorin, comedian Jordan Carlos and more.

At CSA’s Artios Awards, the global casting community and members of the entertainment industry meet to celebrate the year’s best casting work in film, theater, commercials, and unscripted programming. Creative, inclusive, and impactful projects from the world’s most innovative casting professionals are celebrated when this inspiring community gathers for a night honoring history-making creativity and achievement in casting.

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Casting Director Tara Rubin, a name synonymous with Broadway brilliance, graces How We Role, pulling the curtain to reveal the humanity and precision behind the casting process. Tara joins host Robert Peterpaul to explore her journey from a third grader with a passion for theater to forming one of the most sought after casting companies in the business.

The legendary Casting Director (whose credits, include: Phantom of the Opera, Dear Evan Hansen, Six the musical, Death Becomes Her, The Outsiders and many more) gives actors a wealth of advice, from an actor's audition prep to how to walk into an audition room to avoiding self-sabotage. 

Learn more about Tara Rubin and The TRC Company (formerly Tara Rubin Casting) here.

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Actor Carlacia Grant (Netflix's Outer Banks) joins host and actor Robert Peterpaul for the How We Role by Casting Networks premiere. The performer breaks down what it means to be an actor in this day and age, rolling through everything from the process of creating a character to the sacrifices that come with chasing a dream to self tape tips.

About Carlacia Grant
Carlacia Grant found a passion for acting at a young age and has quickly made herself one to watch with her powerful and layered performances as a Haitian Jamaican American actress on the rise.

Grant can currently be seen as breakout cast member in Netflix’s hit series “Outer Banks.” Grant stars as ‘Cleo,’ a confident and fearless Nassau girl, whose world collides with the Pogues, alongside Chase Stokes, Madelyn Cline, Madison Bailey, Jonathan Daviss, Rudy Pankow, and Charles Esten.

On the small screen, Grant appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s well-received megachurch drama series “Greenleaf” as well as the critically-acclaimed miniseries “Roots” alongside legendary actors Laurence Fishburne and Forest Whitaker. Grant also recurred on NBC’s crime drama “Game of Silence” and recently guest starred on FOX’s medical drama “The Resident.”  Grant currently resides in Los Angeles.

Learn more about Carlacia at IMDb.

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Introducing... How We Role: A Podcast for Actors, brought to you by Casting Networks. Hosted by award-winning actor, writer and journalist Robert Peterpaul, join us as we speak with industry experts about the art of casting, the craft of acting, and how to build a successful career in the entertainment industry. Actors and other performers will hear inspirational stories and get practical advice on how to film a great self tape, land the audition and book the role.

Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.

This is - How We Role. Discover fresh casting calls at castingnetworks.com.

Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.

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