Getting Started in Acting/Modeling?
An actor or model is going to have enough to worry about without having to worry about a scam perpetrated by some dishonest agency. A lot of hard work and talent can go nowhere fast if you place your faith in the wrong people. So the trick is to be cautious and be smart and look out for a few clues.
A good, fully licensed agency, one that has been around for a while, is looking to work with you. They want to help you with those necessary first steps, like getting your model composites made. This'll cost money, but it's important to get them done so the agency can begin finding jobs for you. The agency should also have a client list with names you know, not fly-by-night spots that won't be around any longer than the shifty agency.
Your Work Ethic
In addition to confidence and charisma, the aspiring talent must develop a pretty rigorous work ethic to deal with the demands of the industry. You're going to want to work harder than anyone around you, since after all, you yourself are the product. Everyone's going to want to see that you're driven.
Now comes the part where you start thinking about what kind of work you want to do. It's not a decision set in stone, of course, but it'll help you make some future decisions, and give the agency an idea of how best to serve you. Do you want to try your hand at hand modeling? Or run down the runway? Lend your voice to radio? Or try your hand at acting for television and film?
It's About Personality
And hey, listen, keep this in mind if you're feeling like maybe you don't have that "model look" -- talent agencies always want everyday people, people of all ages, regardless of experience, to send to casting directors for all kinds of jobs. You don't have to be some exotic breed to be successful. Often, you'll do well if you look like the rest of us.
Still with me? Good. I don't mean to scare you; just giving you an idea of how to get this ball rolling. It's not going to be bad if you're willing to work, and work hard, for this crazy thing you call a dream. Once you find the right agency, they'll take care of the rest, from model composites on up to that first audition. After that, once the lights point your way, it's all up to you. - 40732
An actor or model is going to have enough to worry about without having to worry about a scam perpetrated by some dishonest agency. A lot of hard work and talent can go nowhere fast if you place your faith in the wrong people. So the trick is to be cautious and be smart and look out for a few clues.
A good, fully licensed agency, one that has been around for a while, is looking to work with you. They want to help you with those necessary first steps, like getting your model composites made. This'll cost money, but it's important to get them done so the agency can begin finding jobs for you. The agency should also have a client list with names you know, not fly-by-night spots that won't be around any longer than the shifty agency.
Your Work Ethic
In addition to confidence and charisma, the aspiring talent must develop a pretty rigorous work ethic to deal with the demands of the industry. You're going to want to work harder than anyone around you, since after all, you yourself are the product. Everyone's going to want to see that you're driven.
Now comes the part where you start thinking about what kind of work you want to do. It's not a decision set in stone, of course, but it'll help you make some future decisions, and give the agency an idea of how best to serve you. Do you want to try your hand at hand modeling? Or run down the runway? Lend your voice to radio? Or try your hand at acting for television and film?
It's About Personality
And hey, listen, keep this in mind if you're feeling like maybe you don't have that "model look" -- talent agencies always want everyday people, people of all ages, regardless of experience, to send to casting directors for all kinds of jobs. You don't have to be some exotic breed to be successful. Often, you'll do well if you look like the rest of us.
Still with me? Good. I don't mean to scare you; just giving you an idea of how to get this ball rolling. It's not going to be bad if you're willing to work, and work hard, for this crazy thing you call a dream. Once you find the right agency, they'll take care of the rest, from model composites on up to that first audition. After that, once the lights point your way, it's all up to you. - 40732
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