How to become a professional paid actor in 4 easy steps.
1. STEP #1 - Take classes!
See if you got it in you before you make the big jump. Take a few acting classes and see if this is what you can see yourself doing for a living. You may easily skip this step if you are confident that you have what it takes to be an actor, but don't be fooled by supportive family members telling you that you're such an amazing actor or you're the life of the party. When you get in the real world, unless you have a very unique look or are absolutely gorgeous, you must have incredible acting chops!
2. STEP #2 - Get a Headshot
Do a google search for your local photographers. Many of them want to build a portfolio and will give you a great rate ($100-$250) but you still have to pay for the prints.
3. STEP #3 - Act for FUN!
This means helping out friends or doing a lot of student films.
Put the word out there that you love acting and would love to be
part of a project to gain experience. This means acting for FREE,
that's ok, because it will gain you experience and help somewhat fill
your resume.
4. STEP #4 - Create a Presence Online
Create a profile on a casting website such as www.SpotOnCast.com.
You will find a ton of projects that you may be a great match for. SUBMIT! SUBMIT! SUBMIT!
5. STEP #5 - Audition!
Be willing to drive, spend lots of gas and wait to get into the audition room.
Please don't expect to get every gig you audition for. Sometimes, you simply don't have the look the producers have in mind - If you go in with a smile and give a strong audition, they will remember you and save your information for future projects.
Don't get discouraged. Now that you're equipped, keep on auditioning and you will
get a paid gig in no time.
Spot On Media is a Los Angeles based production company specializing in Commercial Production, Infomercial Production and Music Videos.
For more information, please visit www.spotonmediatv.com.
See if you got it in you before you make the big jump. Take a few acting classes and see if this is what you can see yourself doing for a living. You may easily skip this step if you are confident that you have what it takes to be an actor, but don't be fooled by supportive family members telling you that you're such an amazing actor or you're the life of the party. When you get in the real world, unless you have a very unique look or are absolutely gorgeous, you must have incredible acting chops!
2. STEP #2 - Get a Headshot
Do a google search for your local photographers. Many of them want to build a portfolio and will give you a great rate ($100-$250) but you still have to pay for the prints.
3. STEP #3 - Act for FUN!
This means helping out friends or doing a lot of student films.
Put the word out there that you love acting and would love to be
part of a project to gain experience. This means acting for FREE,
that's ok, because it will gain you experience and help somewhat fill
your resume.
4. STEP #4 - Create a Presence Online
Create a profile on a casting website such as www.SpotOnCast.com.
You will find a ton of projects that you may be a great match for. SUBMIT! SUBMIT! SUBMIT!
5. STEP #5 - Audition!
Be willing to drive, spend lots of gas and wait to get into the audition room.
Please don't expect to get every gig you audition for. Sometimes, you simply don't have the look the producers have in mind - If you go in with a smile and give a strong audition, they will remember you and save your information for future projects.
Don't get discouraged. Now that you're equipped, keep on auditioning and you will
get a paid gig in no time.
Spot On Media is a Los Angeles based production company specializing in Commercial Production, Infomercial Production and Music Videos.
For more information, please visit www.spotonmediatv.com.
- Spot On Cast: #1 Online Casting Website for actors by Shervin Yousefian
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