Should I Do Unpaid Acting Work?
2022-07-27
Should new actors do unpaid acting work? And what does copy, credit and meals mean?Read More →
How To Be A Background Actor: The Complete Guide
2022-07-16
Becoming a movie extra or background performer involves a few basic steps:
1. Take a good quality actor’s headshot
2. Research background talent agencies in your area
3. Contact the agencies for sign-up info, open calls etc.
4. Register with at least one background casting agency
5. Submit your work authorization documentation and take any additional photos they require
6. Begin working as a non-union extra right away!
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The Essential Do’s and Don’ts for Background Actors
2022-07-01
Have you ever wanted to be a movie extra? Or be a background actor on TV? Find out everything you ned to know here!Read More →
Things Actors Need To Ask About Before Saying Yes To an Acting Job
2022-06-09
What should actors know before accepting a job? What questions should actors ask about contracts?Read More →
How I Became an Actor… With No Experience
2022-05-05
This week I decided to share something a little different… how I got started in the biz. It’s not a vanity piece (I hope!), but sometimes I just find it so discouraging to read another interview with a celebrity – the newest, hottest 21 year old, who had showbiz parents, went toRead More →
How To Spot A Casting Scam
2022-05-05
Casting scams are an unfortunate, but very real, aspect of the business. They have been around for as long as people have wanted to be actors. They prey on your hopes and dreams, and work largely because acting and modeling are a highly sought-after professions. The fact that now allRead More →
Biggest Career Mistakes New Actors Make
2022-04-09
What can ruin an acting career? Here are the Top 8 Career Mistakes That Actors Commonly MakeRead More →
5 Things You Can Do for Your Acting Career Under $20
2022-04-02
If you don’t have the budget for headshots or classes, check out these budget friendly options for becoming an actor. 5 things you can do now to advance your acting career.Read More →
Reality TV: Should New Actors Do It?
2022-03-21
Reality TV: a guilty pleasure for sooooo many people. While everyone loves to turn up their nose at unscripted programming, in remains hugely popular. But is it a viable way to start an acting career? Have you ever thought about doing Reality TV? Most new actors have at least toyedRead More →
What Actors Need to Bring to Set: Top 12 Things
2022-03-17
What do actors need to bring to set? Here are the Top 12 things To Always Bring To Set.Read More →