Advice On Your Acting Career
They say it’s impossible but it was possible for Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts. Once upon a time, the biggest stars of today were aspirants just like you. They settled for small roles on TV or commercials that hardly showed their face just to make ends meet. But look at them now.
If you want to kick off your acting career, you need to have the following: Motivation, Confidence and Passion. These three will serve as your driving force to handle rejection after rejection. We’re telling you right here right now, there are a lot of those in Tinsel town, and even on Broadway.
If you want to live your dream, you can start it off by:
1. Find an agent. There are tons
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of agencies in Los Angeles and New York. Somehow, these two cities are the focal points of entertainment. If you make this your home base, then you will have an easier time getting an agency. Although, agencies are picky. If you aren’t what they are looking for (physically and experience-wise), don’t expect to get any calls from them. Just be patient and keep on trying till you find the agency that signs you on as a talent.
2. Get started. Now that you have an agency, you will be informed of the auditions. You will have to be there and expect a competition. A casting call means there are hundreds of hopefuls trying out for a single role. You need to understand this as well as have the patience to sit through the entire casting procedure. You have to wait your turn which may take an eternity.
3. When it’s your time to shine, shine and don’t choke. Think of a time when you waited for something. Once they let you in and you are face-to-face with the casting directors (better yet, the writers, producers or directors), show them what you’ve got. Try to not impress them too much because they know when you’re showing off. Everything in moderation and most importantly, you should be in character. You are, after all, an actor.
4. Have a good supply of headshots. First impressions last in this industry. Most of the time, these first impressions come in the form of your headshots. Casting directors judge on what they see in your headshots. Have them professionally taken. They may be expensive but it is something you have to invest in if you want to turn your dream into a reality.
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Showbiz and Acting Tips:
Always, always use a legitimate state licensed talent agency. Get the up-to-date talent agent list at showbizltd.com if you are planning on doing acting, modeling, directing or writing professionally, these are the only talent agents you should use. Do your homework. Millions of people are trying to break into showbiz. Be professional and stay ahead of the competition.You need to know who the executives are that are currently working on a project.Report to work at least 20 minutes early. Being late reflects a bad image on the agency and on you. If you can't make an audition, please contact the agency immediately. Please remember, agencies can always be reached, even if you have to call the emergency number. My agency insists upon this. Any talent canceling an assignment without at least 48-hours notice will usually be fined. If the weather looks threatening, always call your agency before going on an assignment, just in case it has been postponed. If on a modeling assignment, any talent who damages clothing will be financially responsible for the cost of the outfit. To avoid accidents, purchase face masks and dress shields.
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