1. Make a decision on whether you want to be a professional actor/actress
or you want to pursue being an amateur.
2. Move to a major city. Eventually, New York or Los Angeles will be your destination,
but as you build your resume of experience you can work in
other major areas that have a good film community.
3. Take part in an acting class! Good actors study their entire lives. To choose
a superb
class, ask trusted, successful professionals for references.
4. Get a head shot.
5. Compose a resume of all the work you have completed so far. As your body
of work gets larger drop the less professional work (such as school
plays) from your resume.
6. Send your head shot and resume with a brief cover letter.
Words to know:
Head shot |
A photograph of a person's head. |
| Resume | A brief account of one's professional or work experience and qualifications, often submitted with an employment application. |
| Cover letter | A letter sent other documents to explain more fully or provide more information |
| Audition | A trial performance as by an actor, dancer, or musician, to demonstrate suitability or skill. |
Sites You May Want to Look
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