What You Should Be Doing With Your IMDb Profile
So many actors are out here in these streets freaking out about our websites.
“I need to get a whole new one built because mine is a mess, but I can’t afford it right now…”
“I need to add credits to my website, but my programmer is not replying to my emails…”
“My old headshots that don’t even look like me are on my website, so I don’t want to reach out to new agents…”
I’m going to tell you something important right now.
Don’t worry about your website, boo. If you want to be found online by casting directors, directors, producers, writers, anyone in the entertainment industry…?
Get your IMDB profile on point.
Websites are great, and I do believe you should have one eventually. It is like owning your online home… you can express your creativity, highlight what YOU want to highlight, share stuff in the format you want… and own the rights to your content.
People MIGHT see your website if ranks high enough in a Google search. But EVERYONE is looking at IMDB. That’s just a fact.
So go on ahead and get these tips.
In the video I explain five easy steps to optimize your IMDb page with IMDbPro. Step one is getting an account. At the moment I am writing this, you can start with a 30-day free trial. And after that, you gotta bite the bullet in order to maintain control of your content on your account. #costofdoingbusiness
Let’s make that IMDB page one that you’ll want to show off. 🙂
Your turn! Share your IMDb page in the comments below!
Show me yours and I’ll show you mine…
Ha! Kidding!
Ajarae Coleman | Acting Resource Guru
March 29, 2016 @ 2:37 pm
Here’s my IMDB profile: https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm2976368
Can’t wait to see yours!
March 29, 2016 @ 3:46 pm
What’s up Ajarae? Check me out
https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm2428450/?ref_=sch_int
Have a great rest of the Week!
March 29, 2016 @ 3:52 pm
Here’s my IMDB profile: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1400286
March 29, 2016 @ 4:13 pm
Great tips! Actors should also add a bio to their IMDb page.
IMDb.me/beckidennis
March 29, 2016 @ 4:55 pm
here ya go… http://www.imdb.me/eugenia.care … thanks!
March 29, 2016 @ 5:05 pm
I’ve had a pro account for years. I finally uploaded my latest reel because of your video. Thanks Ajarae!
https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm2556426
March 29, 2016 @ 5:08 pm
Right on, Aja! I love this video. Here’s my page: https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm3121574?rf=cons_nm_meter&ref_=cons_nm_meter
March 29, 2016 @ 5:15 pm
On mobile now. Find me at Harris Shore – Imdb.
March 29, 2016 @ 6:19 pm
Great tips, Ajarae, that a lot of actors forget!
I also think it’s smart to add your Bio to IMDb because when people search for you on regular IMDb (not IMDb pro) the space to the right of your picture comes up as blank rather than filled in with a bio. The bio is a chance to tell more about yourself, too, and your credits don’t tell the whole story.
imdb.me/beckidennis
March 29, 2016 @ 7:46 pm
This is me: https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm6447477
Loved seeing your pro page Ajarae, it looks amazing.
March 30, 2016 @ 4:48 am
Juan Rios Gaspard
The Lion of Louisiana
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6140184/
March 30, 2016 @ 4:53 am
Juan Rios Gaspard
The Lion of Louisiana
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6140184/
March 30, 2016 @ 5:07 am
What a great episode. Although I have already done so, this is still refreshing, & keeps me up and in the loop. Please don’t forget to go to the bottom of my IMDB page, & leave a comment in my IMDB forum! I like hearing from fans, casting directors & other actors about my work. Without constructive criticism, how can I hone my craft?? http://www.imdb.me/josephsinger
March 30, 2016 @ 5:45 am
Great video thanks ! http://www.imdb.me/hannahgriffith
March 30, 2016 @ 6:44 am
Great page, Harris! Do you have a vanity URL? They are convenient because they’re easier to remember, and you can always send someone a link! For example, mine is imdb.me/ajarae 🙂
March 30, 2016 @ 6:46 am
What’s up, Clayton?! Love it! Congrats on Seppuku! Enjoy the rest of your week as well… 😀
March 30, 2016 @ 6:47 am
Thank you! Love your main photo (so much personality) and that you tell us how to say your last name in the bio. So helpful!! xo
March 30, 2016 @ 6:47 am
Hey, girl! You are so right! I’m going to take YOUR advice on this one…
March 30, 2016 @ 6:49 am
The page looks great! Love that you have some trailers on there too…
March 30, 2016 @ 6:49 am
Nice, Jamila! Glad we could inspire some quick action. Your page looks amazing… xo
March 30, 2016 @ 6:52 am
Allison! Thank you so much! Your page looks great. I love your photos, and it’s so evident what an accomplished writer you are. I’d love to see your theater credits on there too, just knowing how much you’ve done! xoxo
March 30, 2016 @ 6:52 am
Totally agreed! Gonna do that myself…
March 30, 2016 @ 6:54 am
Thanks so much, Molly! I’m learning so much from everyone else’s profiles too! I love your photos! Keep adding, and if you can add some video, that would be great too!
March 30, 2016 @ 6:55 am
Awesome! You have a TON of recent projects! Thanks for sharing! 😀
March 30, 2016 @ 6:56 am
Great point, Joe! Thank you for sharing! I got a 404 error when I used your vanity URL, but I was able to look you up directly… just a heads up, not sure why!
March 30, 2016 @ 6:56 am
Thank you for sharing! Love how you have your theater and voice over credits in your self-submitted resume and don’t duplicate the credits that already appear on IMDb… I’m going to copy that! x
March 30, 2016 @ 8:27 am
Here is my Imdb link. Thank you for taking a look. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4345524/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
March 30, 2016 @ 8:54 am
Hey Ajarae! Great tips and reminders. Thank you! imdb.me/MarkJacobson
March 30, 2016 @ 9:23 am
Thank you for making this video. I don’t ever think about updating my credits anymore. It’s something I was on top of when I had maybe 5 credits, but after that you sort of assume the production companies will take care of them.. but that isn’t always true.
This is my page http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4620544/
I’ll take any criticism you have to offer..but not about my hair..never about my hair:p
Thanks
March 30, 2016 @ 11:43 am
Thanks for your article — and generosity!
Here’s mine:
https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm0719355
Take care,
Sal
http://www.imdb.me/salrendino
March 30, 2016 @ 12:57 pm
Great tips, I had to update my resume. Here’s my profile http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6534068/?ref_=nmmi_mi_nm
March 30, 2016 @ 1:28 pm
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5051579/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
March 30, 2016 @ 2:50 pm
I think a good piece of advice, is to NOT put up extra roles, as no producer for projects, Union or not, in my experience, does not take that seriously at all. – Javier Carrasquillo
March 30, 2016 @ 3:08 pm
How does one add a bio to the IMDB “vanity” page, such as mine?
http://www.imdb.me/tfharris
March 30, 2016 @ 3:45 pm
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5704789/?ref_=nmawd_awd_nm 😀
March 30, 2016 @ 5:21 pm
Hey Ajarae! Thanks for the video; always love your tips. Can you check mine out and give me some feedback? Sometimes I worry I have too many indie credits. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5041025/
Thanks in advance!
March 30, 2016 @ 6:34 pm
Awesome! Glad I could help you 🙂
March 31, 2016 @ 12:51 am
IMDBPro is such a GREAT resource. Thanks for making sure we are all keeping current!
https://pro-labs.imdb.com/name/nm6019303?ref_=hm_nv_mp_profile
April 1, 2016 @ 3:41 am
Did you get that shirt from Express? I think I have the same shirt in purple.
April 1, 2016 @ 9:48 am
Thanks for the video Ajarae! Here’s my IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1522668/
And also an article I wrote about the IMDb Starmeter in case you’re interested: http://www.actorsgoneglobal.com/2015/04/demystifying-starmeter.html
April 6, 2016 @ 9:00 pm
Hi Ajarae! Thanks for a great video with some simple but insightful tips. A bit delayed, but when you get a chance can you check my IMDB and website out and give me some constructive feedback on both? Don’t want to double post, so I’ll list both here. 😀
http://www.ariaxsong.com
http://http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5041025/
Thanks in advance!!
April 11, 2016 @ 6:39 pm
Hi ajarae
Are we related? Lol.I have a problem with Imdb that I don’t think anyone is aware of and needs to be addressed. IMDb allows anyone to post information about you on your page without your verification.
Last year someone posted that I was married which wasn’t at all true. Someone voluntarily posted birthday information etc that I didn’t volunteer. IMDb charges a subscription fee however you do not have 100% control over the information posted on your page such as your birthday if someone post your birthday. I have repeatedly contacted IMDb about this. Their reply was we are obligated to have factual information about you . But how can it be factual if some random person you don’t know is posting false information about you that Imdb doesn’t verify with you?
They finally removed the information about me being married but will not remove the birthday. We pay a yearly subscription to Actors Access and have total control over our information. It should be the same for IMDb both Pro and public page.
So I have neglected to subscribe to them and give them any money for that reason.
April 14, 2016 @ 5:44 am
I’m a newbie to this site and trying to get caught up on your great blog posts. Thank you! My IMDB page is http://www.imdb.me/heatherhiatt
April 19, 2016 @ 3:28 pm
Your vanity URL just re-directs to your profile. Add your bio to your profile from Your IMDB Pro account…
April 19, 2016 @ 3:37 pm
Your profile is great, and makes it very clear that you’ve been busy lately! Congrats, and thanks for sharing! 😀
April 19, 2016 @ 3:38 pm
Your profile is great… so complete! And I love your choice of main profile picture. 😀
April 19, 2016 @ 3:41 pm
LOL Your hair is great, why would I criticize your hair?! Haha! Also love your photos. If you have a video clip or two to add, I think that would really round out your profile. Thank you for sharing!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:42 pm
Wow, Sal.. your profile is very impressive. A great example for all of us. Thank you for sharing, and congrats on The Get Down!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:43 pm
Awesome! Glad you got that done. 😀 Congrats on Hello Au Revoir!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:44 pm
True! No extra roles on IMDB. 😀
April 19, 2016 @ 3:47 pm
Thanks for sharing, Jon! I have 2 pieces of advice for you… I would have someone take a look at your bio and help you edit it, and also be careful of the uncredited roles. You want to make sure they don’t dominate your profile. 🙂 congrats on all your recent projects!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:51 pm
Wow. I love your bio, and that you are accomplished in so many areas. You rock, woman!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:52 pm
Hey! I think your profile looks great, and nothing is wrong with indie credits. You have a lot of experience. You’ll add the more mainstream ones, if that’s where your goals and targeting lie. 😀
April 19, 2016 @ 3:53 pm
haha! Yup. I have it in 3 colors I think. Great audition shirts.
April 19, 2016 @ 3:54 pm
I agree! Your profile looks great. And congrats on the Fringe award and nomination! Great example of something I would never know if you weren’t on top of it!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:57 pm
Wow, Michela! I love the article! I highly suggest that others check it out – super clear, helpful, and informative!
April 19, 2016 @ 3:58 pm
Hey! I saw your IMDB profile in a previous post. And I LOVE your website! Easy to navigate, and beautiful.
April 19, 2016 @ 4:00 pm
I hear you, Ms. Coleman. A lot of people are bothered by the fact that our ages are public on IMDB, especially when a lot of us don’t play our actual ages. And this is a fact that it doesn’t look like will be changed. I would just caution you against avoiding it altogether when there are other aspects of the profile that you can control, and it is such a widely-used and consulted tool in our industry. But, ultimately, obviously, it’s up to you.
April 19, 2016 @ 4:02 pm
Welcome, Heather! And way to create a professional presence on IMDB! You are in a great position. 🙂
May 17, 2016 @ 11:11 pm
Great advice! Here’s my IMDB page. James M Tweedie
http://imdb.com/rg/an_share/name/name/nm6201264/
September 13, 2016 @ 7:03 pm
This is real good stuff. Here’s mine.
http://www.imdb.me/davidcraigdiaz
September 30, 2016 @ 2:03 am
http://www.imdb.me/aerialnicole
September 14, 2017 @ 7:03 pm
bookmarked!!, I like your site!
November 5, 2017 @ 7:50 am
http://www.imdb.me/alexkotsyk
November 7, 2017 @ 10:25 pm
Hey there! Someone in my Myspace group shared this site with us so
I came to look it over. I’m definitely enjoying the information.
I’m book-marking and will be tweeting this to my followers!
Terrific blog and superb design and style.
November 30, 2017 @ 6:11 pm
Great tips. Thanks for sharing.
Here’s my link:
http://www.imdb.me/stevenphamm
December 29, 2017 @ 11:48 am
Just fantastic blog
December 29, 2017 @ 4:59 pm
I am happy for such informative content
July 12, 2018 @ 3:15 am
I agree! I do hope a lot of people will check this out. It is very informative and helpful to the users. Thanks for sharing and explaining the five easy steps to optimize IMDb pages. Hope to see more of this kind of content.
July 23, 2018 @ 2:10 am
Superb post however I was wanting to know if you could write a
litte more on imdb? I’d be very grateful
if you could elaborate a little bit more. Kudos!
September 29, 2019 @ 11:25 am
thank you!!! your videos are so helpful
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9969786/
November 23, 2019 @ 6:28 am
Hi! Thanks for your helpful site!
I’m an English actor living and working in Paris, France. Here’s my IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0051720/
I have a couple of questions:
The page has automatically rooted out some pretty useless video trailers that I don’t even feature in. What’s worse, one of them is actually up there hitting people the face as an ugly black rectangle as soon as they open my page. Can I get rid of these stupid things? As in, delete them?
And THEN: I have uploaded two of my demo reels (one from 2011 and the latest one – check it out! – from 2019) and have designated the new one as my primary reel. What I’d really like is for this to be the featured video that people see when they open my page, instead of that ugly black rectangle. Is this possible, and how?
My second question concerns photos.
My most recent headshots are all on there, and I’ve chosen a principal one and six featured ones. Now I’d like to add a number of character shots from various things I’ve been in, but I’d like them to appear lower down, after the non-featured headshots. Is it possible to shift around the order in which photos appear? I’ve tried but so far haven’t managed to do this. I don’t want to add those character shots yet because they’ll make my non-featured headshots sink further down the page.
Sorry to go on. Hope you can follow all this. As a technophobe I find it all rather complicated. In any case, if you have time to reply to my two questions I’d be so grateful.
Once again, thanks for your excellent blog, and I wish you every success and some peachy roles!
Paul Bandey
January 14, 2020 @ 8:43 am
Hi Ajarae,
My IMDb profile link is imdb.me/BruceGale. I’d love to know what you think.
Thank you for your time and energy creating your videos. I really enjoy them.
Bruce
January 14, 2020 @ 2:11 pm
Yours looks great, Ajarae! Thanks for checking mine!
January 14, 2020 @ 7:29 pm
Woo!!! Wonderful!
Thank you so much: imdb.me/demetrakane
January 15, 2020 @ 10:43 am
Thank you love your coaching!
https://www.imdb.me/lisajoffrey
January 19, 2020 @ 2:51 pm
I would love for you to take a look at my IMDBpro site and maybe return a comment or two.
A couple years ago one could put commercials and videos they were in at the Resume function which has been gone now for a couple years, how can one put this info in?