A year ago I chose to brave traffic and parking to attend an
on-camera workshop in Hollywood at the Actors
Link Argentum location. There I had the opportunity
to work with Casting Director Scott David. After watching me
do my scene, the first words out of Scott's mouth were, "Where have you
been?” - ”You are now on my list." Now, I know he said a lot of other
really nice things in between, but somehow those were the words that kept
ringing in my ear. It was my own Sally Fields moment, "You like me!"
A little acknowledgment goes a long way.
Scott is a really personable guy, almost
impossible not to like. Better yet, action follows his words. A week later I
was reading for Criminal Minds producers in a "luxurious" doublewide
trailer. I didn't book that first time.... or the other two times that spring.
Scott’s feedback each time was invaluable. I have colleagues who've been
in that room 12 and 14 times before they booked. Scott and team keep bringing
you back when they see something in you. Booking the room is real.
In October 2014 I was again called into
read and a week later I shot a scene with Shemar Moore and Matthew Gray Gubler. I had a blast.
Everyone on the Criminal Minds team was welcoming and professional. It could
not have been a more optimal experience for a newbie's first shot on primetime
network show.
I am so blessed that Scott David opened the door
to this first in my life. I trust that many other doors are opening now as a result. I will
alway be grateful. Thank you Scott.
