So you’re ready to take the plunge: You want to be an actor.
It’s a unique life, and there are few other jobs that offer the variety and opportunity that an acting career can. But it’s a difficult road, and you’ll need talent, dedication, and patience to make it. Here are some of the things you need to know.
Young actors often ask me how they can get the ideal film role. The answer is simple: Try not to be so idealistic.
Most young actors have a tendency to feel frustrated when their first jobs don’t turn out exactly as they’d planned. This is understandable but unhelpful; it’s also unnecessary. When I was starting out — I began taking acting classes at age eight—I had very definite ideas about the sort of roles I wanted to play: I wanted to play only the good guys in the classics, like Shakespeare’s Hamlet or Molière’s Tartuffe. Of course, there were no parts for someone my age in these plays, but that didn’t matter at the time; I just knew these were the roles I wanted because they were “good” roles — they had a positive impact on audiences and on people’s lives, and therefore I wanted to be one of
Getting the ideal film role is a dream for many aspiring actors. But, how do you actually find the perfect character?
Finding The Right Character
Film industry professionals advise that you look at what you have to offer. For example, if you’re looking for your first break into the business, then going after a leading role in a blockbuster isn’t the best strategy. Instead, you should find a character that’s within your grasp.
It’s also important to think about your physical appearance and skills. For example, if you’re 5 foot 10 and heavily built, then the chances of landing a lead role as a petite teenager is probably quite slim!
For some actors, the surest path to a desirable film role is a face that fits. With the right look, it’s possible to get in front of top casting directors and producers, who can take your career to new levels.
Some actors find that their race is an immediate barrier to certain types of roles. This can be particularly frustrating for young actors, who have little experience but are eager for work.
Actors of color have spent years fighting for more diverse casting, but sadly there’s still a long way to go before every actor gets equal opportunity.
The best way to overcome this issue is to create your own opportunities. Through online platforms like Actor Genie it’s easier than ever before for actors to find work on their own terms.
Aspiring actors looking for a role in a film should follow these simple steps to get the role of their dreams.
1) Find out who the casting director is for the film.
2) Submit your resume and headshot, or an online acting profile, to the casting director.
3) If you are asked to audition, prepare carefully.
4) During the audition, make eye contact with everyone in the room and be sure to smile!
5) If the role calls for dancing, be ready to show off your moves!
6) After the audition is over, thank everyone who was in attendance.
It’s not easy getting into the acting business. There are thousands of people who want to be actors so you need to make yourself stand out from the crowd.
To do this you need to make sure you have the right showreel, a great headshot and the perfect agent. But how do you get all these things? Well, that’s where I come in!
I’ll tell you what it takes to be an actor. I’ll be talking about the best ways to get noticed & represented, the best ways to achieve your goal of getting an agent and being on TV, film and stage.
This blog is for anyone who wants to learn more about acting and start a career in entertainment.
A famous actor is a lucky person. They are surrounded by people who praise and admire them and show respect to them. But, before being lucky, an actor has to work hard to get where they are. To become a famous actor, you just have to follow the steps below:
Step 1: Go to acting classes, because that’s where you learn all the important stuff about acting and how to act properly on the stage. You can attend classes at your school, or go to a specialised acting school. There are also many online courses that can help you develop your skills as an actor.
Step 2: Practice makes perfect! Now that you know some stuff about acting, it’s time for you to practice it in front of other people. Go on YouTube and watch videos of your favourite actors and see how they act in certain situations. Try to imitate their actions and lines. After this, try putting yourself in those situations and act like they do in those videos!
Step 3: If you want to get the role in a film, you must be prepared when going to auditions! Try writing down what you’re going to say so if you forget something, you will know exactly what it was. Remember: Confidence is key!
I love being an actor and have been involved in the industry for almost 30 years now but I never forget how tough it can be to get started.
There are no guarantees in this business and you need to be prepared for a long, hard slog before you see any kind of success. We all see the glamorous side of the industry but what we don’t see is the hundreds of actors who never get a break.
To give yourself the best chance of making it as an actor, you need to avoid the many pitfalls that can delay or even destroy your career.
That’s why I’ve written this book – to help you avoid those pitfalls and get your career moving in the right direction as quickly as possible.
