[4/1 Update] Added J.Tune Entertainment
Sorry I havn't made very many updates on here lately...
It's cause the topic died and so I assumed people were no longer interested.I've noticed that a lot of the discussions in the different entertainment company topics are discussions about auditioning in general rather than on the entertainment companies ...
So I decided to make this topic with an overview of entertainment company's in Korea and also,
just for everyone to be able to help eachother out ^^
Um.. well I'll just start off with several entertainment companies...
If you know of any others, just let me know and give me the address to their main website
Also, sorry but I'm too lazy to translate all the info on every site by myself so I just did it for the big ones...
101 Entertainment[Current/Previous: KimJongGook, HanGaIn, BackHyunSeo, JJ, KimTaeHoon, JiSunMin, LimChangGyu]
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATIONApplication
TranslationMust be 18-24 years old.
For song writers: lyrics, profile, contact information
For composers: demo cd with sheet music, profile, contact information
For singers: demo cd and/or video tape, pictures, contact information
For actors: demo dialog, pictures, video tape, profile, contact information
Brother's Entertainment[Previous: Brian Joo (Fly to the Sky), Tony An (HOT), ShinHyeSung & Andy Lee (Shinhwa), YooSeungJoon, Danny & Teddy (1TYM), Micky YooChun (TVXQ), etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATIONMore details at the website, it's all in English...
CJ Media Line[Current/Previous: ChaeYeon, CLON, LeeJung , OhSeJun, WonWoo, KimHyunJung, ShinSeungHoon, KimKunMo, Noise, ParkMiKyung, HongKyungMin, etc]
Main Audition Website (cyworld)Soompi Cj Media Line ThreadDoReMi[Current/Previous: Jessica H.O, LeeHyunSuk, Drunken Tiger, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATIONApplication
TranslationDSP Entertainment[Current/Previous: SechKies, FIN.K.L, Click-B, OakJooHyun, 2Shai, LeeHyoRi, SS501]
All auditions through their
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATION is that site itself.
Application
TranslationUnfortunately it is all in Korean and their English site is still in the making...
I'm not sure if they will accept applications from foreigners.
Fantom Entertainment[Current/Previous: MC KangHoDong, MC ParkKyungRim, SohEugene, ShinJungHwan, IVY, HanHyoJoo, HwangBoRa, MC Mong]
Fly21 Entertainment[Current/Previous: KilGun, IRIS, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONGood Entertainment Media Group[Current/Previous: Shinhwa, Lyn, Battle, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteH2 Entertainment[Current/Previous: Byul, KanMiYoun, KimLeeNa, LeeEunJung]
Main Audition WebsiteIBP Entertainment[Current/Previous: STORM, RGB]
Main Audition WebsiteEmail: audition@ibpkr.com
J.Tune Entertainment[Current: Jung JiHoon (Rain) & Kim KwangMin]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONAge Limit: Must be born after March 1, 1985
WHAT TO PREPARE:- Singers: At least 2 songs (Open Audition: Bring instrumental | Mail/E-mail Audition: Either a CD or music files)
- Performance: At least 2 songs (Open Audition: Bring instrumental | Mail/E-mail Audition: Include video recording)
- Actors: Open Auditions: 2 different monologues (1 minute each) | Mail/E-Mail Auditions: Include video recording
Ways to Audition:
1. OPEN AUDITIONWhen: 2:00PM Every 1st & 3rd Sunday [1:30-5PM]
Where: J.Tune Practicing Room
[Directions on the Audition Website]
* Bring a copy of your application form.
ALL ACCEPTED AUDITIONERS WILL BE NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS AFTER AUDITIONING.
They will not contact those who are not accepted.
2. MAIL AUDITIONMail to:
서울시 강남구 청담동 89-8번지 3층 (우편번호: 135-100)
(Sorry, I don't know how to translate that...)
ALL ACCEPTED AUDITIONERS WILL BE NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS AFTER AUDITIONING.
They will not contact those who are not accepted.
3. E-MAIL AUDITIONEmail to: audition@jtune.co.kr
ALL ACCEPTED AUDITIONERS WILL BE NOTIFIED 2 WEEKS AFTER AUDITIONING.
They will not contact those who are not accepted.
JYP Entertainment[Current/Previous: ParkJinYoung, Bi, Noel, Byul, Wonder Girls, LimJeoungHee, g.o.d, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONWays to Audition:
1. OPEN AUDITIONWhen: 2:00PM Every 1st & 3rd Sunday (doors open at 1:30PM)
Where: JYP Center Practicing Room 123-50
CheongDam-Dong, KangNam-Ku
Seoul, 135-100, Korea
Bring the online application form
2. MAIL AUDITIONMail to:
Artist Training & Development Team
P.O. Box 25
Seoul Yong-Dong Post Office
NonHyun-Dong, GangNam-Gu
Seoul, 135-660, Korea
Include:
- Online application
- CD, TAPE, or other film materials
- Pictures
3. EMAIL AUDITIONEmail to: audition@jype.com
Include:
- Online application
- Photos
4. ONLINE AUDITIONRegister and apply for audition at www.jype.com/audition.club
LOBE Entertainment[Current/Previous: SonHoYoung, JangGeunSuk, SuhJiYoung, LeeHyukWoo, BackMinJi, SongJungMin, Tim]
The
APPLICATIONApplication
TranslationOrangeShock[Current/Previous: Wheesung]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONEmail: audition@orangeshock.co.kr
PAN Entertainment[Current/Previous: LeeJungHyun, PSY, D.BACE, SuhJinYoung, LeeEhRan, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATIONApplication
TranslationSidus HQ Total Entertainment[Current/Previous: KimSunAh, KimSungSu, ParkSooJin, SungDongIl, Danny Ahn, JunDoYeon, ChoInSung, ChoHyungKi, HanGoEun, etc.]
Email: audition@sidusHQ.com
Sim Entertainment[Current/Previous: UmJungHwa, LimJungEun, etc.]
SM Entertainment[Current/Previous: HOT, SES, BoA, TVXQ, TSZX, TRAX, Kangta & Vanness, S, ZhangRiYin, Isak N Jyeon, Super Junior, Fly to the Sky, Shinhwa, HeeJun, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteWays to Audition:
1. OPEN AUDITIONWhen: 3:00PM Every Saturday
Where: SM Entertainment Korea
(Go to the audition site for directions)
What to prepare:
- For Singers- An unaccompanied song
- For Actors or Actresses- Improvised act, prepare the own script, etc.
- For Gagmen or Comedian- Free-style speech, mime, etc.
- For Others- Models(prepare the Walking or Pose), MC/VJ(Free-style)
- For Song Writers and Composers- Lyrics, Demo CD, etc.
2. EMAIL AUDITIONEmail to: smaudition@smtown.com
Include:
- Name, Age, School, Current School Year, Email Address, Home Address, Home & Cell Number, Height, Weight, etc.
- What is your specialty?
- Scanned photographs (no cell phone pictures, photoshopped pictures, etc.)
- OPTIONAL video of your specialty (include as a file)
* if you are a composer or song writer include lyrics
* for composition or arrangement, send file as mp3, asf, wav, or etc
3. MAIL AUDITIONMail to: Audition (Casting Team)
521 Apgujung 2Dong
KangNam-Gu, Seoul, Korea
Include: Same as Email Audition
4. THROUGH RECOMMENDATIONMail to: Same as Mail Audition
Include:
- Contact address of the person you are recommending
- Profile of the person you're recommending (Same general info as the Email Audition)
- Brief explanation as to why you recommend that person
- If you have a video file of that person, include it.
ANY QUESTIONS? EMAIL smaudition@smtown.comSponge Entertainment[Current/Previous: JangWooHyuk, JungJaeWook, LimHyunJung, Howl, SimTaeYoon, J, JangSukHyun]
Main Audition WebsiteSTAM Entertainment[Current/Previous: YoonJiHoo, Younha, etc.]
Email: casting@stam.co.kr
Star M Entertainment[Current/Previous: JangDongGun, HyunBin, ShinMinAh, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteTN Entertainment[Current/Previous: Tony An, KimInSuk, SuhKyungSuk, LeeHweeJae, JungRyuhWon, JungHyunDo, ChoHyeRyun]
Main Audition WebsiteThe
APPLICATIONTrifecta Entertainment[Current/Previous: KOYOTE, Typhoon, YuRiSangJa, UmJungHwa, Tutti, KwonSangWoo, LeeDongGun, KangJungHwa, etc.]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONTY Entertainment[Current: TYKEYS]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONWoollim Entertainment[Current/Previous: Epik High, Nell, WooSoo]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONYAMAZONE Entertainment
Main Audition WebsiteApplication
TranslationYG Entertainment[Current/Previous: YangGoon, JinuSean, Big Bang, 1TYM, Gummy, Lexy, Masta Wu, MooGaDang, Perry, SE7EN, Stony Skunk, 45RPM, Big Mama]
Main Audition WebsiteDownload the
APPLICATIONApplication
TranslationWhat to include in your application:- Application
- 2 Photographs (Head Shot & Full Body Shot) (Minimum 4"x6" size)
- Demo CD or Cassette (Minimum 2 songs)
- OPTIONAL Video (VHS, DVD, or Video File on CD)
Mail to:오ë””션 담당자 앞
서울시 마포구 상수동 349-10 호성빌딩 4층
OR
YG Audition
HoSung Bldg. 4F 349-10
SangSu-Dong, Mapo-Ku
Seoul, 121-829, Korea
Tips for Auditioning in General(In no particular order)
1. Be Yourself!
2. Dress Appropriately in your video clips.. don't just roll out of bed and film it...
3. Smile
4. Know about the company you are auditioning for (i.e., their style of music, who their artists are, etc.)
5. Be Confident
6. PRACTICE makes PERFECT!
7. Project, don't make them have to struggle to hear you, but don't sing so loud that you go off pitch.
8. Pick a song that fits your voice and style. Don't just pick a song because you like it, make sure you sound good singing it. Especially if the song is from a singer from that company.
9. Posture! Don't slouch in your videos!
10. Avoid singing songs with long instrumentals
11. Good Quality: mic, video etc
12. Sing everyday... it will keep your voice healthy and strong.. unless you are sick
13. Sing a song that people are familiar with. MANY different people are going to be reviewing your audition, therefore, pick a song that most people will recognize.
14. Be professional. When writing anything in the application forms don't write with slang... basically take the audition seriously...
15. Don't wear too much makeup in your photos. Make sure if you wear any makeup that it looks natural
16. Pick or sing a section of a song that has a wide range (medium - low to medium high). Do songs you are REALLY confident in. You want to sing a song you are sure you can squarely get each note well. Not one where you are 50 50 on a certain high note in that song. [refer to #8]
17. Record/rehearse your singing. Evaluate and fine tune your singing in relations to how your recordings sound like and not how you sound to yourself! What you hear when you sing is not the same of what the audience hear. Internal resonance (hearing youself sing - ear to head) is different to what is presented outside to the real-world (audience).
Additional Tips for Live Auditions1) Room temperature water is good, (ie, bring a hot water thermostat and cold water).
2) Vocal warmups are crucial. You don't see athletes doing a 100m just like that without warmups. Lip bubbles/tongue trills are enough for 5 mins or so. Body warmups are good too if possible.
3) Always bring mint.
4) Don't intake dairy products, dry chilli or other hot substances prior to performing.
5) Walk in to your audition like a winner, walk out like one regardless if you made it or not(not literally, just be confident). Smile. I don't know about Korean audition environment, but normally, the first step through that door to your (panel of) judges, that confident smile might put a good impression on judges!
6) Be yourself.
7) Don't shout too much the day before.
8) Don't talk too much prior to performing.
9) Plenty of sleep is crucial.
10) If the audition waiting room is cold, and you got nothing to do hum lightly! Keep blood flowing in your vocal folds!
11) Know your lyrics! And bring your lyrics sheet on the day. You'd probably forget the lyrics prior to performance due to nervousness.
12) Take criticism positively. It always helps to improve.
13) Don't ever apologize for anything after the audition
14) Don't ask the "judges" when call backs are or if you are going to be called back.
Additional LinksLinks to Soompi Forums on Each Specific CompanyMr. Gary Boone (Brother's Entertainment President)'s Message to SoompiersThink of more and I'll add it ^^
Any more ideas? For what I can put on here?