What does SM look for in auditions?

What SM Looks For In Singing. When asked what SM Entertainment’s audition judges are looking for in terms of singing, the former casting agent revealed that they prefer auditionees who sing songs that are high in pitch.

Can I pass SM online audition?

Yes I had passed it and I used to be their trainee for 2 years.

What is needed for SM audition?

To audition, head on over to SM Ent’s audition website. Once there, you have to pick which week you want to apply for. Then, you have to choose one of four categories: rap, vocal, dance, or acting. After filling out biometrics, you need to include photos that clearly show your face.

Is SM Entertainment strict?

SM Entertainment is extremely strict towards their trainees, which isn’t too surprising, as they are one of the biggest agencies in K-Pop. Here’s a list of some of the rules that trainees at SM Entertainment are expected to follow.

Where do SM trainees live?

Gangnam, Cheongdam, nearby Youngdong bridge, nearby Konkuk University, Hapjeong and nearby Hongik University are all popular locations for Kpop trainee dorms.

How long do SM trainees train?

Trainees also recieve homework to do daily and if they don’t do it they get left behind by their company. The life as a trainee is known to be a difficult one with the tight schedules as a result of this some give up on their dreams to become a kpop idol. The average training period for a trainee is 2 to 4 years.

Can SM trainees use phone?

1. No phones or going out late at night. A former SM Entertainment trainee came out and revealed some details about her life as a trainee, and shared that trainees are not allowed to use their phones except at night and on Sundays. Trainees at SM Entertainment also aren’t allowed to go out at night.

Is it hard to be SM trainee?

This is something only an SM trainee can answer. Trainee life in general, can be and is very exhausting. No one goes through it without at least a few hardships. Everday, it’s training for hours in dance, singing etc.

Who trained the shortest in SM?

These K-Pop Idols Have The Shortest Training Periods

• VIXX’s Hyuk – 3 months.
• Super Junior’s RyeoWook – 2 months.
• Apink’s EunJi – 2 months.
• Girl’s Day’s YuRa – 1 month.
• LOONA’s Yves – 3 weeks.
• LOONA’s Olivia Hye – 1 day.

Do SM trainees pay?

The notable exception to this are groups from the “Big 3” companies—SM Entertainment, YG Entertainment, and JYP Entertainment. Trainees under these three companies get paid as soon as they debut and generally do not face trainee debt at all, unless they leave before completion of their contracts.

How long do SM contracts last?

Most idols sign seven-year contracts before their debut. The law that restricts idol contracts to a maximum of seven years is not very old. In 2008, three TVXQ! members, Jaejoong, Yoochun and Junsu (JYJ), took SM Entertainment to court over their 13-year contract, which was called the slave contract.

Who is the fastest trainee in K-pop?

Do SM trainees get paid?

Does SM have trainee debt?

How long is SM contract?

However, 2021 is also the year that the members, except for Yeri, might reach the end of their contract term with SM Entertainment. At the same time, as we know from EXO’s contract with SM, some SM groups sign longer contracts than the standard of 7 years, with some signing for 10 or even 13 years.

Is it possible to audition for SM Entertainment as a girl?

A: Yes. SM’s website states that they accept any applicant regardless of gender, race, or age. However, also, keep in mind that you are auditioning for a Korean company whose target audience is Koreans. Marketability comes into play here.

What are SM’s mass auditions and limited time auditions?

( Mass auditions are SM’s Global Auditions and Youth Star Auditions and limited-time auditions are those like the Pledis Asian-American USA Audition or the TS Entertainment November Auditions.) SM’s Weekly Auditions in Seoul and LA and Monthly Auditions in Japan are a good example.

Do looks matter when auditioning for K-pop?

The more talent you have, the fewer looks matter. If you are auditioning based on your talent and desire, go for it. You never know, especially with the globalization of K-Pop thanks to PSY. However, if you’re auditioning based on looks and mediocre or no talent, you have an extremely small chance. 15

Do I have to dance on my first audition?

[UPDATE – With the new format of Weekly and Monthly Auditions, you areno longer required to dance on your initial audition. However, do expect to be tested on your rhythm ability later on if you make it through that audition.] 5 Q: Does SM pay you to be a trainee? No. Think of it like going to boarding school on a scholarship or as an internship.