For a quick overview, it sometimes makes sense to use a short compilation with best off scenes (trailer). However, these best off scenes should only contain short excerpts of 10 to 20 seconds and the trailer should not be longer than 3 minutes.
Showreels have changed a lot in recent years. Whereas a few years ago it was mainly montages (scenes cut together) that were presented in a file, the focus is now increasingly on individual scenes.
The information on the playing age differs in its application. Whereas in the film and television sector the playing age is given in small increments (4 - 12 years), in the stage sector it can be given much higher.
ICDN best-practice casting guidelines for nudity and sexual content
By their nature, auditions are based on a power imbalance. Some performers can feel obligated to agree to uncomfortable requests to get a job. Casting directors are therefore rightly concerned about performer safety and issues of consent.
To help ensure a professional environment and to enable the director to believe that a performer’s ‘yes’ is freely and confidently given, we strongly recommend following the guidelines set forth below.