Multiple looks (commercial, theatrical, character) for casting submissions on Backstage, Casting Networks, Spotlight, and your agent's roster. Choose a pack, upload one clear selfie, and generate each image in about 60 seconds.
Casting directors scan thousands of headshots per call. You have under two seconds to be remembered. Traditional actor headshot sessions cost $400-$1000 for one look, and you usually need three to four looks (commercial, theatrical, character, lifestyle) to be competitive. Portreya generates multiple looks on the same face, and ships in about 60 seconds, so you can update your submissions when a casting director asks for something specific without waiting on your photographer.
Submit to casting calls, agency rosters, and platforms with consistent, high-quality looks.
$400-1000
1-2 weeks
From $4.99
Under 60 seconds
One clear photo of your face. No studio required.
Pick the professional context you need, then generate your finished headshot after checkout.
Use them on Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access, Spotlight, IMDb, and your agency portfolio.
Casting directors use your headshot to answer one question: will the person who walks into the room match the photo? That is why working actors treat a headshot as a casting tool first and a portrait second.
US casting platforms care less about brand watermarks and more about a clean, current face that survives aggressive crops. Build one strong primary headshot, then export crops that match each profile slot.
The honest answer is that it depends on the submission. AI headshots have earned a place in some casting contexts, and they are the wrong tool in others.
Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access, and Spotlight all rest on the same assumption: the photo on your profile is a recent likeness. Casting directors cast the person in the picture, so a changed look means your profile needs an updated photo fast.
Yes. Portreya preserves your face structure, expression, and recognizable features. Choose a pack when you are ready to generate your finished headshots.
Yes. Portreya lets you generate different looks on the same face after checkout, so you can test what reads as commercial vs theatrical for your casting type.
Casting platforms accept high-quality digital headshots. Portreya outputs HD images that meet the resolution and aspect-ratio requirements of Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access, and Spotlight.
Portreya does not use customer uploads to train models and deletes uploads after a defined retention window. Read the privacy policy for specifics.
Casting directors judge the photo and how honestly it represents you, more than who took it. Sharp focus, flattering light, a clean background, and a true current likeness are what make a headshot usable. Many represented actors still book specialist photographers for theatrical submissions, while professional-quality AI headshots can cover casting-platform profiles, background work, and commercial submissions.
Theatrical headshots target film, television, and stage roles. They look natural and grounded, with subtle lighting and an expression that suggests dramatic range. Commercial headshots target advertising and brand work. They look warm and approachable, usually with an open, friendly smile. Many actors keep both, because casting calls typically ask for one or the other.
Casting platforms accept professional-quality photos. What matters is that the image is sharp, well lit, and accurately looks like you today. Photo policies differ by platform and can change, so check each platform’s current requirements before you submit.
Update immediately after any noticeable change in your look, such as a new haircut, a different hair color, new facial hair, or a significant weight change. A common guideline is to refresh every year or two even without a change. The rule casting directors care about is simple: the headshot must show the person who will walk into the room.
Upload a sharp file of at least about 1000px on the short side, portrait or square, as high-quality JPG unless the platform asks for something else. Leave space around the head so circle or tight crops still show your full face. Always check the current upload rules on Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access, or Spotlight before you submit.
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