When Should Actors Join SAG-AFTRA
When should an actor join the actors union? Joining SAG-AFTRA is a big decision for many actors. Find out what the pros and cons are.Read More →
When should an actor join the actors union? Joining SAG-AFTRA is a big decision for many actors. Find out what the pros and cons are.Read More →
No matter what industry you’re in, strong relationships are key to getting to the next level. This is especially important for actors and their agents. This is true wherever you’re at in your career, yet, many actors don’t invest the time or energy into cultivating a deeper connection with their reps.Read More →
Update: July 2022 – this list is shrinking I have actually booked work directly off of Facebook. It came from having a carefully crafted profile and building real, genuine connections with people. That is still valuable, but I’m finding the groups are a whole other story….. When I first wroteRead More →
When you’re putting together your actor’s resume, it goes without saying that you want it to look professional. Part of that is using the correct format [Download a FREE RESUME TEMPLATE here], but you also need to use the correct terminology. ACTOR RESUME: FREE Template Download and What To Include,Read More →
➤ PHOTOGRAPHERS! Want to be added to the list? Click here! ACTORS: Check out these lists if you need headshots in LA or Atlanta! Actors Headshots: Best Headshot Photographers in NYC Shooting your first headshot can be intimidating. There is so much to think about and they are expensive, soRead More →
If you’re a new actor or even a seasoned professional, an acting career largely depends on the number and quality of acting auditions you can find and be called in for. Whether you are looking for acting auditions in Los Angeles, auditions in New York, Atlanta, Chicago or any otherRead More →
Do you want to be a professional working actor? Here are 36 ways you can get acting work a little bit faster!Read More →
Should new actors do unpaid acting work? And what does copy, credit and meals mean?Read More →
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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Thinking about becoming an actor Listen to what this rockstar client has to say and how she went from knowing nothing to booking gigs!Read More →
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