I have been so intrigued by peoples blogs! It's extremely interesting to meet different people doing the same career but from completely different backgrounds; from our training to the types of jobs we have achieved. I feel like I have learnt so much already and yet we are still in the first stages of the module! I found Laura Weir's comments on "Do web based technologies enhance Professional Practice" very interesting. It was almost like she took the words right out of my mouth.
I had a very similar experience with a company last Christmas where we had to sign a contract stating that no photos in costumes will be taken and posted on the internet. I have mixed opinions in regards to this rule because alot of casting directors or modelling agencies want to see photos with quick, easy access. However for copyright reasons I can see why this could be an issue.
Also, most companies rule that we cannot post footage from their productions onto Youtube or any other internet sites. I feel this can be a problem as, like many of you, I am personally due a new showreel and I am struggling for material. These days casting directors don't want a video of you through their post box!
The other statement that I completely agree with is "Should we have separate social sites- personal and professional?" I work in schools and receive many friends requests from students but it can become uncomfortable and sometimes inappropriate constantly pulling them to one side (I know this sounds silly) saying "Sorry I can't be your friend". Don't get me wrong I adore Facebook and it has brought me alot
of happiness, from finding lost friends to career success, however, occasionly I feel your life is available for the world to view!
I have come to the conclusion that yes Laura, two seperate Facebook accounts would be a very good idea. Most of my messages in my inbox are about castings, promotions or jobs anyway so when I log into my personal account I won't feel like I'm at work!
Refrences
Laura Weir-http://lauraweir2001.blogspot.com/2010_10_01_archive.html
