Actors Management
So you want to be an Actor? Agents suggest two tips on how you can get started. When you are new to the game of show biz, it is hard to know what you should do first, let alone second. The glamour and glitz of Hollywood can sparkle in your eyes, leading you to leap ahead almost blindly. But before you suffer the pains of rejection you should focus your attention on building a strong foundation.
If you have not joined an acting class, do so. Training is an essential tool of the trade. Scene study as well as character study are recommended courses. Having an acting coach help guide you and give you tips can be quite helpful to the novice actor.
First, you will need a head shot. You will need to find a photographer. You can find them by looking through the Hollywood trade magazines, such as, “The Hollywood Reporter” and “Variety.” You can even find a photographer in the phone book, or on the internet. Make sure to check them out and see their other work before you decide to hire them. Also, do some price comparisons to see which one will give you the better deal.
The day of your photo shoot make sure to have your hair styled and make up done as well as having a manicure and pedicure. You want to look your absolute best. Men, this applies to you as well. Make sure you are clean shaven and your hair is combed back. You want to look your best. This is your chance to shine and you want to make the best of it. Take along a few changes of clothes so you can have several different looks. Normally you will have several pictures taken in each of your different looks. That way when you receive the CD back with the pictures on it, you will have plenty of choices to choose from.
When you receive your pictures and CD from the photographer, look through the pictures one by one. Take your time before deciding on a couple of pictures that really show you at your best. The way you want others to see you are the pictures that you are choosing. Remember, your head shot is your calling card. So choose them carefully before you have them blown up into an 8 x 10 glossy.
Second, you will need to type up a resume. This is where many actors begin to feel pain and suffering. When they realize the lack of credits and feel they have nothing to put on their resume. No need to stress, remember, you have to start somewhere. In the beginning there usually is not much to choose from. So here are a few suggestions to help you get started.
When you are searching for credits to include on your resume, do not forget to include any productions you did while you were in high school, or earlier, if need be. Even include the Christmas pageant that you were in at one of your church functions. And any road shows were you might have had a part while attending summer camp.
There are ways for you to build your credits and add to your credentials. Audition for acting whenever you can. Try out with a local community play house and try to get into some of their productions. Another good idea is to audition for acting with student film projects. Landing a supporting, or lead role, in several short student films, is a great way to gain exposure and more experience. Plus a great addition to your resume as suitable credits.
You will be submitting your head shot and resume to the various talent agents and agencies for consideration on auditions for acting. To be an actor, agents require you to send out current head shots and updated resumes. These are the two essential documents you will need in order to get auditions for acting, along with a professionally written cover letter introducing yourself.
To find out more about how to get a talent agent for your acting career, visit http://www.smartg.com/actors/agent-mailings.html. Also get a Free Report on “The Top 20 Agents In Hollywood” and a subscription to Dr. Melody Jackson’s monthly ezine “Plugged In Hollywood For Actors.” Melody and her company Smart Girls Productions have helped over 5000 actors find representation for film, television, and commercials with legitimate Hollywood actors agents and actor management.
Discover which actor marketing services may be right to help you move your acting career forward, by visiting http://www.smartg.com/actors.html, offering marketing services and career coaching for actors.
Inside Actors Management Agency
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