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A successful career in acting requires equal parts talent and practice with a bit of luck thrown in. Actors at work can be seen and heard everywhere: TV, the big screen, the theater, on the Internet, in videos and on podcasts. They portray characters from the past that have impacted history, and they portray characters that are destined to impact pop culture in the future. Some dabble in a variety of entertainment mediums, while some stick to the stage, use their voice to create new worlds or dedicate their lives to the silver screen. Some make up the cast of extras that round out a production, while some achieve levels of fame that makes them a household name.

This guide serves as a starting point for anyone seriously interested in the world of professional acting. It includes a brief description of the real working life of actors and actresses, a rundown of the skills one must develop to succeed in this highly competitive field, and a list of steps to consider in pursuit of an acting career.

What Does an Actor Do?

To put it very simply, an actor works to portray a character in a movie, play, television show, theater production or any other variety of performance. But that's not all there is to this interesting job.

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Actor Salaries & Job Growth

Actor Salaries Across the US

Where actors happen to make the most money depends greatly upon their expertise, roles and geographical location. Areas where the performing arts are a prominent typically offer higher pay than rural areas, or those far away from production facilities. This tool can help aspiring actors research average earnings by location.

Actor Job Growth

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that acting careers will increase by 10 percent nationally between 2014 and 2024. Though the field will still remain strongly competitive, some states may offer more roles than others. The job growth for actors is highlighted below.

Steps to Becoming an Actor

Actors often take meandering roads to their ultimate career; therefore, the steps to becoming an actor aren't as clear cut as they might be for other professions. Here's what most will go through to reach the pinnacle of their profession.

Acting School Programs & Concentrations

Career Goals & Educational Needs

Associate

Bachelor's

Master's

Stand-alone courses or workshops

I really enjoy acting and I am ready to take things to the next level. I am truly committed to doing what it takes to see my name in lights, but I am also realistic, and want a proverbial fall-back plan hiding in the wings.

I had a great time in high school plays, and I know I can sing and dance with the best of them. I know that I need further education to make myself stand out, but I'm not yet sure which direction I want to take.

I have acted in the past and have had some success, and I would like to take my talent to the next level--perhaps even crafting and directing productions. I need a degree that will teach me new techniques and open up a world of ideas while I focus very strongly on one particular part of the acting world.

It's time to launch my acting career in earnest. I need training from experts in the business, but money is tight right now. I need to find a program within my budget.

Preparing for an Acting Career

Acting Schools & Theater Degrees

Many different institutions offer actor training and theater degrees. Here are some of them.

Acting School

These dedicated schools are designed exclusively to teach aspiring actors. Students work closely with seasoned actors, theater directors, producers and others who can show them the ropes and skills they need to stand out during casting calls.

Performing Arts Schools

Performing arts schools are ideal for students who know they want to work in the performing arts, yet haven't decided how. There are classes for actors, dancers, choreographers, singers, comedians and more.

Community Colleges & 2-Year Schools

Some community colleges offer associate degrees in theater, drama and other performing arts fields. Trade schools, meanwhile, tend to offer more specialized diploma or certificate programs in areas like set or costume design.

Universities & 4-Year Schools

A large number of colleges and universities offer bachelor's or master's degree in acting, theater, drama and similar areas. These programs provide a well-rounded education for students who want to make a lifelong career in the performing arts.

Types of Theater & Acting Degrees

The world of acting is large and diverse, and so are the educational backgrounds of those who work in it. Any of the following degree paths can prepare students to succeed in the acting industry. Here's what they can expect from each program level.

Associate Degrees in Acting & Theater

Students pursuing associate degrees can expect to take two years of coursework, including general education classes along with more targeted classes for actors. This provides a firm foundation for students who want to eventually move into bachelor's degree programs or directly into the acting world. Here are some common courses:

Bachelor's Degrees in Acting & Theater

Bachelor's degrees in acting, drama, theater and fine arts are liberal arts programs designed for those who want to enter the performing arts. Performing arts schools tend to offer fewer general education courses than colleges or universities, but both options take about four years to complete. Students will be required to work with various productions, whether on-screen or backstage. Here are some of the more common classes taken at this level:

Master's Degree in Acting & Theater

Students who choose to pursue master's degrees can expect to dive into very specialized training, depending upon their choice of major. Common options include drama, set design, playwriting, film, theater, television, acting, directing and more. Most master's degrees taken through colleges and universities take up to three years to complete; for master's degrees at performing arts schools, three to four years is standard. Some schools offer online master's degrees with the recognition that students might also be busy working actors, though they may be required to perform in a play, musical or the like.

Below is a list of courses students might find in the acting track. Please note that courses will vary widely, depending upon the major.

PhD in Theater & Performing Arts

Acting PhD options are generally more student-driven than master's programs. Many curricula require only acting, drama or theater seminars, allowing students to select or design all remaining coursework. Each PhD program also requires a dissertation, which is fairly standard for this level of education. Many PhD programs encourage students to study a specific aspect of theater or drama that truly interests them, such as various methods, histories of cinema and theater, and cultural roles.

The PhD is ideal for those who want to truly master a particular style or method of acting, those who want to teach others the ropes, or those who want to bolster their resumé before moving into behind-the-scenes work, such as that of director or producer. They usually require six years of study.

Here are some common seminar themes found in PhD theater, drama or acting programs across the nation:

Acting & Theater Concentrations

Working as an actor isn't the only role up for grabs. Those who choose to pursue an acting degree can turn that hard-won education into any of these potential careers, with 2015 median wages reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Acting Coach
2015 median wage: $36,691
An acting coach works with actors to help them bring characters to life. The acting coach is well-versed in all areas of acting methods and techniques, and has the ability to convey them in such a way that the actors can use them on set. Acting coaches might work with performing arts schools or take on individual clients.

Set Designer
2015 median wage: $49,530
Set designers work closely with producers and directors to create a set that is true to the time period and feel of the script. The work requires a strong knowledge of architectural trends as well as the ability to build, paint and otherwise work with physically erecting set pieces.

Actor
2015 median wage: $39,104
An actor plays a role in a variety of entertaining mediums, including theater, television, movies, live performance, radio and more. Their work is not only for entertainment, but often also for information or instruction. Many actors are quite versatile and can add singing, dancing, writing and even directing to their list of talents.

Director
2015 median wage: $68,440
Most directors work closely with everyone on set, especially actors and producers, to create a character arc that is true to the vision of the script. Directors might work in a variety of areas, including theater, television, movies and the like.

Producer
2015 median wage: $68,440
Producers handle a great deal of behind-the-scenes work, including issues with casting or extras, financial flow for the production, design and sound on the set, and other creative decisions. Producers are usually weighing the needs of the production against the budget set to finance that production.

Components of a Successful Career: Skills, Tools & Technology

Actors aren't usually overnight successes; they tend to go through many years of auditions, rehearsals, bit parts, and ups and downs before breaking into the acting world. Here are some of the skills that can help them succeed, and the tools and technology they might use when they get there.

Skills

Tools and Technology

Credentials

Though there are no clear-cut credentials for actors, there are some options for areas that support actors, or that might enhance an acting career. For instance, the film editing certification or the digital video certification can help an actor transition to other careers in the field. Credentials should be chosen based on what actors might want to do if they choose to move behind the scenes.

Related Careers at a Glance

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Acting School and Career Resources

This site connects actors with monologue for auditions.

This labor union for actors provides help with benefits, working conditions, contract negotiations and more.

This organization helps actors with common issues, including housing, healthcare, social services and financial assistance.

A clearinghouse of pertinent, up-to-date information for actors, including casting calls, news, advice and resources.

This organization of schools, colleges, universities and conservatories strives to provide a top-notch educational experience through proper accreditation.

This independent federal agency offers funding for a variety of arts across the United States, including theater productions.

The Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists brings together two powerful unions to provide important protections and information to those in the entertainment industry.

Related Careers at a Glance

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Public speaking is said to be the biggest fear reported by many American adults, topping flying, financial ruin, sickness, and even death.

You may have heard the joke that some people would prefer to be in their own coffins than give a eulogy at a funeral. While this may be an exaggeration, many would agree.

Most of us feel a degree of nervous apprehension when preparing to speak up or perform in front of a group. But those who are filled with feelings of dread and panic in such a situation-or anywhere the person might be center of attention-may be suffering from a form of social anxiety disorder (also known as social phobia).

The fear of public speaking or performance, often called stage fright, exacts a huge toll on self-confidence and self-esteem and causes some people to leave school or a job or pass up a promotion. Many, including seasoned professional performers, suffer in silent terror. And because they feel embarrassed, people try to keep their fear a secret, even from a spouse or other close family members or friends.

Taking Steps to Overcome Your Fear

Learning to improve your speaking or performance skills is good, but it's generally not enough to substantially reduce your fear. You must address and revise any negative perceptions, beliefs, thoughts, images, and predictions related to public speaking or performing. And it's often helpful to uncover the deeper fears related to being seen and heard by others, showing vulnerability, and being considered less than perfect. Learning to accept yourself and not feeling that you have to prove yourself to others is at the root of healing.

It is recommended that you learn skills to reduce and manage your fear and anxiety and not resort to using medication or natural products alone. It's also critical to learn cognitive-behavioral methods to stop the cycle of avoiding fearful situations. Avoidance may give you immediate relief, but it reinforces your fear in the long run.

Some people also choose medication or natural remedies to help reduce their symptoms of performance anxiety. Talk with your physician to find the most appropriate treatment for you.

If you are willing stop avoiding your fears and learn new skills to reduce and manage them, you will develop an empowering belief and trust in yourself. In facing your fear, it becomes possible to overcome performance anxiety and find comfort and ease in expressing yourself in front of others.

Try these 10 tips to reduce your stage fright:

1. Shift the focus from yourself and your fear to your true purpose-contributing something of value to your audience.

2. Stop scaring yourself with thoughts about what might go wrong. Instead, focus your attention on thoughts and images that are calming and reassuring.

3. Refuse to think thoughts that create self-doubt and low confidence.

4. Practice ways to calm and relax your mind and body, such as deep breathing, relaxation exercises, yoga, and meditation.

5. Exercise, eat well, and practice other healthful lifestyle habits. Try to limit caffeine, sugar, and alcohol as much as possible.

6. Visualize your success: Always focus on your strength and ability to handle challenging situations.

7. Prepare your material in advance and read it aloud to hear your voice.

8. Make connections with your audience: Smile and greet people, thinking of them as friends rather than enemies.

9. Stand or sit in a self-assured, confident posture. Remain warm and open and make eye contact.

10. Give up trying to be perfect and know that it is OK to make mistakes. Be natural, be yourself.

Janet Esposito, MSW, who overcame her own terror of public speaking, is the author of several books about resolving fears of public speaking and performing.

Scientific References
Stein, M.B., Walker, J.R., & Forde, D.R. (1996). Public speaking fears in the community: Prevalence, impact on functioning, and diagnostic classification. Archives of General Psychiatry, 53, 169-174.

Stein, M.B., Walker, J.R., & Forde, D.R. (1994). Setting diagnostic thresholds for social phobia: Considerations from a community survey of social anxiety. American Journal of Psychiatry, 151, 408-412.

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Creating your résumé is the first step to getting a job. Learn exactly what goes into this important document and start your career search off on the right foot by creating your own résumé.

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Step-by-Step Résumé Breakdown

A résumé is a one-page summary of your work and school experiences. Employers match your résumé against their job openings to evaluate if you'd be a good fit. As such, it's important to make your résumé a good representation of yourself. Here's how, step by step:

1. Decide Which Type of Résumé You Want.

There are three types of résumés: chronological, functional and combination. You might want to consider more than one format of résumé if you're applying for multiple jobs.

Chronological is the most traditional format and lists experiences according to the order in which they took place. These résumés generally appeal to older readers and may be best suited for a conservative field.

Functional is a type of résumé that lists your experiences according to skill. This is the format to use if you're changing career direction (and lack direct work experience). Because it displays your skills first, your work experience, or lack thereof, is not the main focus.

Combination combines the best aspects of the chronological and functional styles. Be careful with length for this format; the résumé can quickly get long.

2. Create a Header.

A header should include your name, phone number and email address. You can also include your mailing address, but leave it out if you plan to post your résumé online.

Use a phone number that you plan to answer and change your voicemail to a more professional message if necessary.

Make sure your email address is professional. If your current email address, for example, is candygirl@mail.com or hotbod@inbox.com, it's time to set up a new email, such as janesmith@mail.com or jsmith99@inbox.com.

3. Write a Summary.

The summary can be useful to explain why you're applying for a role that is a departure from your career path.

You don't have to include a summary, especially if your experience speaks for itself and is relevant to the jobs you're applying for.

In one or two sentences, summarize your work experience and relevant skills. Keep this strong and simple.

4. List Your Experiences or Skills.

This section shows where you have worked and when. It also states specific accomplishments for each position or job.

This is where content can make your résumé run over a page, so be selective (if necessary) about what you include.

Pick experiences that seem most relevant to the position you seek. For inspiration, think of your full-time or part-time work, summer jobs, occasional jobs, internships, fieldwork and special projects.

Don't worry whether your experiences are "good enough." Employers admire people who have worked hard in a variety of positions.

Always start each achievement with an accomplishment verb, like accelerated, achieved, expanded, influenced, solved, maintained, generated, effected, advised, controlled, trained or utilized.

Don't worry if there are gaps in the timeline, but keep everything in chronological order, with most recent jobs at the top.

For Chronological/Combination Résumés, List Your Experiences
Southwestern Writing Center, Peer Writing Tutor, Yuma, AZ April 2014-Present
- Tutored students in writing for all disciplines.
- Critiqued peers' writing. Camp Granite Falls, Area Director, Mountainville, TN
June 2013-September 2017
- Directed staff of four while supervising 20 campers.
- Taught crafts, sports and cooking.
Starting with your most recent or current job, list your previous work experiences.

Examples:

List skills that are most relevant to the job you seek. Think about what the employer is looking for in relation to what you've done and who you are as a person.

Don't forget to list computer programs you've had experience with; proficiency can be seen as added value.

For Functional/Combination Résumés, List Your Skills

The "skills" section of your résumé is a place where you can show your strengths and individuality. Start by stating each skill. Then back it up with a two- to three-line explanation of how you learned that skill or why you believe you have it. Make these entries short, clear and to the point.
Bookkeeping: Maintained accurate, detailed inventory reports at school library and subsequently won Top Librarian Assistant award three months straight for Brown County.

Examples:

Self-Motivated: Proactively organized volunteers to assist with distribution at the community food ban k.

This is the place to note membership or leadership positions in clubs, organizations of any kind, athletic teams, community organizations and so on.

If you've had an interesting job unrelated to the field you're pursuing-such as reading to blind children or teaching English as a second language (ESL)-add it here. Employers are always looking for people with diverse backgrounds to work for them.

5. List Your Activities.
Track Team: Team Captain, Senior Year. Fall 2016-Spring 2017. Drama Club: "Crazy for You" and "West Side Story." Fall 2017 and 2018.
List activities in which you have participated and include what your specific role was in each.

List the schools you've attended, starting with the most recent one. Include details such as GPA, class rank or special awards.

Add any other educational experiences, such as training programs, community college or summer courses, seminars and so on.

Examples:
Oldham County High School, Oldham, PA. 3.8 GPA. Anticipated Graduation: June 2019. Bellville Adult Education, Bellville, NY. Introduction to Web Design. September 2017.
6. List Your Education.

Examples:

7. List Any Awards You've Won and When You Won Them.
Richmond County National Essay Contest, Honorable Mention, May 2006. Honor Roll, South Satchewan High School, Junior and Senior Years, 2008-2010.
When you've been recognized by someone else, you should let potential employers know about it. But you shouldn't worry if you haven't received any awards; just skip this section.

This section shows you're a well-rounded person who people would want to know and work with.

Employers often use this section at the start of an interview to break the ice.

Casual interests are better not to list (e.g., napping, watching reality TV, gossiping). This is really about highlighting hobbies that have helped you grow as a person.

This résumé step is considered optional. If you're having trouble coming up with interests, or feel your résumé is already too long, feel free to leave it off.

Examples:
Ceramics, camping, reading, soccer, automotive repair, carpentry
8. List Your Personal Interests.

Examples:

Submitting Your Résumé

When it comes to applying for a job, there are several ways you can share your résumé with an employer. Make sure you're aware of these dos and don'ts to ensure your hard work is represented clearly.

Saving Your Résumé as a PDF

Most employers prefer to receive résumés in the Portable Document Format (PDF). To create yours, look for the "Save as PDF" or "Print to PDF" option in your word processor. Review the file carefully to make sure your formatting is preserved.

Emailing a Résumé

When emailing a résumé, you will likely be asked to send it as an attachment. Review the job listing carefully to see if there is a preferred format; most likely, employers will ask for a PDF.

Posting a Résumé

When submitting your résumé to a human resources website, review the upload instructions; the PDF is the most common format here as well.

Another consideration when submitting your résumé online is using job-specific keywords. Employers often search résumé banks for special words or requirements specific to a job description. Including keywords in the summary, experience, skills and awards sections of your résumé will increase your chances of being flagged as a potential match. You should also use such keywords in the title and brief description of yourself that most job sites request.

Keywords tend to be nouns that are industry-specific qualifications, skills or terms. Some keyword examples include degrees or certifications, job titles, computer lingo, industry jargon, product names, company names and professional organizations.

And lastly, if you're posting your résumé or portfolio to a job website, be sure to conceal your contact information by activating the privacy settings offered on most job sites or by providing only an email address. Posting personal information on the web could attract unwanted attention.

Printing Your Résumé

It's a good idea to have printed copies of your résumé on hand when you go on interviews. Start with a well-formatted document and make sure it has been proofread. You also want to make sure it's the same version that you submitted as part of your application. Use high-quality paper rather than regular copy paper; it will make a much better impression. Make sure your printer has fresh ink and then print a test run to check for any errors or inconsistencies.

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Film resumes typically require special sections to help your application stand out to employers. If you wish to work in the filmmaking industry, then it may be helpful to review key tips and information about how to prepare your resume. In this article, we discuss what film production is, what should and should not be included in a film resume and how to write a film resume with a resume sample.

What is film production?

Film production refers to each step of the filmmaking process, including screenwriting, casting, shooting, directing, editing and screening. A filmmaker is responsible for overseeing, making and developing motion picture productions to be released in theaters or on the small screen. Some film production job titles are:

What to include in a film resume

Film resumes should include a variety of experiences and qualifications. There are a few ways to make your resume stand out to potential employers. Here are some items you may want to include on your film resume:

Education: Your experience in the film industry may be sufficient, but you should include any film-related education on your resume. Production companies will want to see that you have formal educational training in the art of filmmaking.

What not to include in a film resume

It is essential to eliminate items that do not add immediate value to your resume. Here is a list of some items that may be left out of your film resume:

Student projects

If you have a demonstrated history of completing film projects, then it is unnecessary to keep low-budget or unknown student films on your resume. The space on your resume should only be used for your most credible projects.

Any unnecessary personal information

It is best not to include your political views, marital status, social security number or other personal information that is irrelevant to the job you are applying for.

Non-industry jobs

If you have completed other jobs outside of the film industry, it is best to leave those jobs off your resume since potential employers will likely be uninterested in such information.

How to write a film resume

There are some essential components a film resume should have to help you stand out from other applicants. Here are some helpful steps you may take to help you write your film resume:

1. Choose a simple resume template.

2. Organize your film credits.

3. List specific qualifications.

4. Add professional film activities.

1. Choose a simple resume template

Using a template for your film resume will help you stay organized and assist the hiring manager with reviewing your provided work information quickly. Consider choosing a resume template that will allow you to fit your information on one page, preferably with these sections in the following order:

Activities: If you belong to any guilds, organizations or well-known film clubs, you may add this information here.

2. Organize your film credits

Your film credits will be in the center of your resume. It is important to organize them by completion date and type since many filmmakers or film producers tend to have a mix of films, documentaries and television shows. You may also mention the genre of the film project, so the potential employer has an idea of which genres you are proficient in.

3. List specific qualifications

Film jobs often require you to complete many interdisciplinary tasks. The hiring manager will likely know the vast responsibilities you were required to complete in former positions. Try to keep this section relevant to the position you are applying for. Make sure the qualifications you list are specific and include the technical skills you have with certain equipment, software programs and other items.

4. Add professional film activities

Adding professional film activities you are involved in may help your resume and application stand out from others if the potential employer is familiar with the organization you are a part of. Some of these activities may be credible and distinguished in the film community and increase your chances of procuring an interview.

Sample film resume

Here is a sample film resume that you may reference as you write your own resume:
Summary Creative and imaginative filmmaker and producer with 5 years of industry experience making short films, documentaries, and commercials. Demonstrated history working with the latest and most advanced video, audio, camera and editing equipment. Highly collaborative team member who enjoys each step of the production process and meets deadlines with ease. Qualifications Education Master of Fine Arts in Film Production, New Media Film School, Universal City, CA-2014 Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Studies, Arizona Sun University, Phoenix, AZ-2012 Selected Projects Director / Producer Producer Writer/ Director Experience Director/Producer June 2016-current

Direct and coproduce films and commercials

Budget, plan and organize film shoots

Scout shooting locations and secure approval for scene locations

Assist with casting actors and hiring film crew

Provide final approval on edits, picture and sound

Production Assistant Aug 2014-June 2016

Assisted with set preparation, including props, light and other equipment

Helped directors, camera operators, set designers, costume designers and other crew members as needed

Answered calls and distributed scripts and call sheets daily

Graduate Student Intern Summer 2013

Assisted crew members with various tasks

Reviewed and edited scripts for clarity

Communicated important messages to production staff members

"Create and Shake"-Short P.S.A Producer
"We Were Here"-HD short documentary
"Alta Amy"-Short Film Technical Director
"No Hope"-HD short documentary
"Dance Dance Alive"-HD Short Film
"Space between Clouds"-Digital Video Short Film
"Summer in a Hole"-Digital Video Short Film

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Martin Rainwater

m.rainwater@gmail.com

916-804-0923

Creative and organized film production specialist with 5+ years of experience in a deadline-driven, high-output environment. Eager to support CrushIt Media in creating top-quality motion picture content. In previous roles created viral videos viewed over 3M times in less than a month, and created 20+ advanced Adobe Premiere Pro tutorials that garnered 1M+ views to date.

Work Experience

Video Producer

MaxMedia, Los Angeles, CA

2016-

Produced video content efficiently and on time. Developed production schedules, planned video shoots, scouted, selected and reserved shoot locations.

Developed creative assets for clients and managed video libraries, including optimization and publishing videos on YouTube and Vimeo.

Interacted with internal and external customers to define project guidelines as well as plan and estimate resources for upcoming projects.

Key achievements:

Produced 3 viral videos that garnered 3M+ views within 3 weeks.

Developed, scripted, produced, and edited highly shareable motion picture content that attracted over 200K new views on a weekly basis.

Film Production Editor

The Buzz, San Francisco, CA

2013-2016

Edited news, current affairs, social media (incl. YouTube) videos.

Provided creative and technical input to facilitate and expedite the completion of various video projects.

Performed media management while maintaining high-quality standards.

Performed advanced troubleshooting using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Key achievement:

Developed and delivered 20+ advanced Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop tutorials viewed over 1M times on YouTube.

BA in Film and Television
UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
2013

Editing and production skills

Storytelling through editing

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe After Effects

ProTools

DaVinci

Mac/PC

Project Management

Communication

Collaboration

Spanish-Advanced

French-Communicative

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Here's how to write a film production resume worthy of Peter McKinnon's crew:
1. Choose the Best Format for Your Film Resume

A resume formatted the right way makes the recruiter want to read it. Here's how to format your resume:

2. Write a Film Production Resume Objective or Summary

Top your film resume with a professional resume profile.

Think of it in terms of a trailer that highlights all the choicest bits on your resume, and introduces you to the recruiter in the style of an elevator pitch.

Your resume profile can become either a resume objective or summary.

Here's how you can distinguish the two:

Resume summaries highlight your experience and achievements and will work best on a film crew resume that can show at least 2 years of professional experience.

Resume objectives focus on your and explain why you'll make a great hire. They're suitable for entry-level positions as well as for resumes for career changers.

Either way, to make your resume profile stand out add numbers that show your true impact.

Pro Tip: The resume profile comes up top on your resume, but write it once your entire document is ready. This way it'll be easier to find the bits you'd like to put in the spotlight.

3. Create the Perfect Film Production Job Description for a Resume

Here's the thing:

It's the experience in a resume that sells you.

And your film production resume experience section has must make it clear-
You're so much better than the rest.
How to do this?

Show the recruiter they've just found what they're looking for by tailoring your resume to the job posting:

Put your most recent job first and follow it up with the previous ones.

Each entry should list your job title, company name, and location. Don't fail to mention dates worked either.

Focus on your relevant experience and list it on a bullet point list. Don't exceed 5-6 bullets, though.

Make sure your bullets contain action verbs for resumes, such as produced, developed, edited, cooperated, etc.

Quantify as much of your experience as possible. Numbers speak louder than words.

Pro Tip: See to it that your film production resume is free from typical resume mistakes.

4. Make Your Film Production Resume Education Section Viral

What you can do matters most. But it's equally important to know what you've learned.

Here's how to make your resume education section deliver:

5+ years of experience? List your degree, school name and location, and graduation year.

Less experience? Your education section will benefit from information on your extracurricular activities, academic achievements, and relevant coursework.

If you have any professional certifications and licenses, put them in a dedicated resume section to boost their visibility.

5. Highlight Your Film Production Resume Skills

At the end of the day, your skills are what makes you unique.

Use the list below to identify your key film production skills.

Skills List for a Film Production Resume

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Captions

Codecs

DaVinci

Documentation

Editing and production skills

Framerates

Harmonic

JAMF

Mac/PC

MAM/PAM/DAM

Mixers

NAS/SAN

Networking

Peripherals

Project Management

ProTools

Quantum

Signiant/Aspera

Storytelling through editing

Ticketing Systems

Titles

VPN

Zapier

Here's how to pick out the best skills for your film production resume:

First, prepare a list of your good skills to put on a resume, including soft skills, hard skills, and technical skills.

Revisit the job posting to identify the skills the employer is seeking specifically.

Go back to your list of skills and find the skills you saw in the job ad.

Focus on these skills on your film production resume.

Pick out up to 10 of your strongest abilities and put them in a key skills section.

Sprinkle your entire resume with skills. Put some in the resume profile and experience sections as well.

Pro Tip: Focus on your strongest skills. Don't mention your weak skills to avoid the so called presenter's paradox.

When making a resume in our builder, drag & drop bullet points, skills, and auto-fill the boring stuff. Spell check? Check. Start building your resume here.

When you're done, Zety's resume builder will score your resume and tell you exactly how to make it better.

6. Add Other Sections to Your Film Production Resume

Show them something more than just your professional side.

Consider adding the following sections to your film resume:

7. Attach a Film Production Resume Cover Letter

50% of the recruiters expect you to submit one. If you don't, you have a fifty-fifty chance of slipping through. But is it what you want? Slip through?

Be better than that and follow our tips to write a riveting cover letter in no time:

And make sure the length of your cover letter is acceptable.

Pro Tip: Following up on your job application is always a good idea. It shows you're a serious candidate.

This is it!

This is how you make a job-winning resume for film production positions.

Are you writing a film resume for the first time? Or perhaps you're a seasoned pro eager to help the rookies out? We'd love to hear from you, leave your comment below!

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If you dread the thought of getting up in front of a group of people and performing, you are not alone. Millions of people suffer from performance anxiety, commonly called "stage fright." In fact, most people would rather get the flu than perform. Athletes, musicians, actors, and public speakers often get performance anxiety.

Performance anxiety can prevent you from doing what you enjoy and can affect your career. Worst of all, performance anxiety can negatively affect your self-esteem and self-confidence. Although it may be impossible to totally overcome performance anxiety, there are many things you can do to control your emotions and reduce anxiety.

Performance Anxiety Symptoms

Being the center of attention and having all eyes on you can be stressful. Your body reacts to this situation in much the same way as it would if you were being attacked. Your body's "fight-or-flight" mechanism kicks in, which is why symptoms of stage fright are similar to symptoms that occur when you are in real danger.

Performance anxiety symptoms may include:

Racing pulse and rapid breathing

Dry mouth and tight throat

Trembling hands, knees, lips, and voice

Sweaty and cold hands

Nausea and an uneasy feeling in your stomach

Vision changes

Performance Anxiety Causes

Simply put, stress and anxiety about performing in front of people causes performance anxiety. Confronting your fears and vulnerabilities, accepting yourself for who you are, and not feeling like you have to prove yourself to others, is the first step toward overcoming performance anxiety. Keep in mind that nobody is perfect, nobody expects you to be perfect, and it is OK to make mistakes.

The second step is learning how to redirect your negative thoughts, beliefs, images, and predictions about performing in public. Doing this is not as difficult as you might think.

Performance Anxiety Treatments

Here are 10 tips to help you overcome your fears and shine on stage, on the field, or at the podium:

Be prepared: practice, practice, practice.

Limit caffeine and sugar intake the day of the performance. Eat a sensible meal a few hours before you are to perform so that you have energy and don't get hungry. A low-fat meal including complex carbohydrates -- whole-grain pasta, lentil soup, yogurt, or a bean and rice burrito -- is a good choice.

Shift the focus off of yourself and your fear to the enjoyment you are providing to the spectators. Close your eyes and imagine the audience laughing and cheering, and you feeling good.

Don't focus on what could go wrong. Instead focus on the positive. Visualize your success.

Avoid thoughts that produce self-doubt.

Practice controlled breathing, meditation, biofeedback, and other strategies to help you relax and redirect your thoughts when they turn negative. It is best to practice some type of relaxation technique every day, regardless of whether you have a performance, so that the skill is there for you when you need it.

Take a walk, jump up and down, shake out your muscles, or do whatever feels right to ease your anxious feelings before the performance.

Connect with your audience -- smile, make eye contact, and think of them as friends.

Act natural and be yourself.

Exercise, eat a healthy diet, get adequate sleep, and live a healthy lifestyle.

Keep in mind that stage fright is usually worse before the performance and often goes away once you get started.

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Overcoming Performance Anxiety in Music, Acting, Sports, and More

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If you dread the thought of getting up in front of a group of people and performing, you are not alone. Millions of people suffer from performance anxiety, commonly called "stage fright." In fact, most people would rather get the flu than perform. Athletes, musicians, actors, and public speakers often get performance anxiety.

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Nothing is worse than when you are about to walk on stage for a performance, audition or presentation and you get stage fright.

In this video I want to teach you 7 steps to conquer stage fright and keep it at bay forever!

I love studying the hidden forces that drive us and unfortunately nerves, anxiety and fear are some of the negative forces that can hold us back. These can especially rear their ugly heads right before big moments. Colloquially this is know as "stage fright" or performance anxiety and it can happen before or during any appearance in front of an audience. Wonder if you have ever had it? Here are the official symptoms of stage fright:

Racing pulse and rapid breathing

Dry mouth and tight throat

Trembling hands, knees, lips and voice

Sweaty and cold hands

Nausea and an uneasy feeling in your stomach

Vision changes

Yeah - stage fright is no joke, it even can make your vision blurry or tunneled. So, what do we do? How do we combat these symptoms? To find out, I went to the expert on this topic - Don Greene. Don Greene is a leading sports psychologist. He has coached the US Olympic swim team, served in the US armed forces as a Green Beret and trained the San Diego Police Department's SWAT team. If anyone knows how to get stage fright, it's him. In fact, a few years ago I stumbled upon his book Fight Your Fear and Win when I was trying to combat my own stage fright. He gave me seven steps that I still use when I give presentations.

Form Your Clear Intention

When you think about stage fright you often think about anxiety or nerves, but often the precursor to nerves is confusion or chaos. When our thoughts are scattered, when we are rushing around, when we don't feel centered, it's almost impossible to feel confident. And often, right before a performance or a big meeting, this can lead to stage fright.

So, the first thing Dr. Greene tells us to do is pick one clear intention. What is your goal? What is your hope? What do you want to achieve with what you are about to do? This intention should wipe away any and all other thoughts. Your intention is what you should think about while you are getting ready, driving or pumping yourself up for your big moment. A great intention is something simple. For example, if you are going into a negotiation, it might be, "Get the buyer to sign and stay firm on numbers." If you are going into an audition, it might be "Play my heart out and hit all the right notes."

Special Note: The most important thing about a good intention is to keep it positive. Don't use words such as 'don't' or 'no.' So, instead of "don't mess up" say, "stay confident."

Too many people psych themselves out before performances by stressing out about making sure they won't make mistakes. This is horrible for performance. Studies have found that the more you focus on not making mistakes or otherwise embarrassing yourself, the more likely you are to crack under pressure and do just that.

Instead of trying to rehearse your entire performance in the moments leading up to it, focus on your intention. One psychologist found that when she had nervous athletes focus on something other than what it took to do well in their sport, such as reading a poem or other random things, they performed better because they weren't being distracted by their self-doubt.
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Pick a Focal Point

One of my favorite tips from Dr. Greene is picking a focal point. He says you should pick a far-off, unimportant point in the back of the room or auditorium. Later, you are going to use that point to throw off your nervous energy. This is an interesting concept because Dr. Greene isn't asking you to ignore your nervous energy, he is asking you to redirect it.

Special Note: If you don't know the room you will be in or you are on the way to a location you never have been before, you also can use what I call a grounding prop. I have a pen I use that is my focal point. I imagine flinging my nervous energy toward it and then putting it down on the table. It's a really interesting mental trick. You feel nervous, then mentally imagine all of your nervousness flowing into that darn pen and then you put it down on the table. It tricks your brain into thinking you have let go of the anxiety. Powerful and simple.

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Breathe Mindfully

Oxygen is really like magic. We need it to live, but it also counteracts all the physical feelings of nervousness. The problem is BECAUSE we need it to live, we don't even think about breathing it in. And so, when we are nervous, without realizing it, we take shorter, shallower breaths or hold our breath entirely.

This exacerbates the cycle of anxiety, making us light-headed, dizzy and even more out of breath. Dr. Greene advises going into mental preparation to breathe purposefully. First, close your eyes. Second, breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth, then push out your belly with each breath. This deep belly breathing and closing your eyes will help focus and center you.

Special Note: A lot of people become stressed out in the moments leading up to their performance and during it because it is their first time performing under those circumstances. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, an easy way to prevent this from happening is practicing in conditions that are as close to the actual performance conditions as possible. This includes things such as your outfit, whether you're standing or sitting, what materials you are using, what setup you will be in, your breath, etc. Practicing like this ahead of time allows you to become comfortable with most aspects of your performance so they feel familiar when you give your presentation.

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Release Muscle Tension

When we get anxious, we tighten everything. We clench our jaw, tense our shoulders and squeeze our arms to our sides or in front of us. Even our stomach gets tight. This is terrible for blood flow and anxiety!

Dr. Greene recommends progressively relaxing your body. This is starting at your head or your toes and slowly relaxing each muscle, one at a time. Each area of your body gets an inhale. So, you can think-relax my feet [breath]. Relax my shins [breath], relax my thighs [breath], one at a time. This is a great exercise because it physically relaxes you. It ALSO has the added benefit of mentally distracting you. Instead of thinking about everything that could go wrong, or all the last minute things you need to remember, it focuses your brain on something calming. Let's try it together. I am going to walk you through a progressive relaxation exercise. You can do this yourself any time you are starting to feel nervous.

First, take a few deep breaths and shake out your body.

Now we will do one breath per area of your body. Close your eyes and think of relaxing each of these areas.

Deep breath. Relax your face and all the muscles around your eyes.

Deep breath. Relax your jaw and neck.

Deep breath. Loosen your shoulders and relax your chest.

Deep breath. Relax your arms and hands make sure they are completely loose.

Deep breath. Relax your stomach and ab muscles.

Deep breath. Relax your glutes and thighs.

Deep breath. Relax your shins and lower legs.

Deep breath. Wiggle your toes and completely relax your feet.

Ahh - feels good, right?
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Find Your Center

Dr. Greene says that thinking about our physical center also can help ground us. Think about the spot two inches below your navel and the spot two inches below the beginning of your belly. Dr. Greene says we can focus on these spots to calm our mind. You even can combine steps #4 and #5 and think about relaxing these spots with each breath.

Special Note: I know that performance anxiety is the last thing you'd think to be grateful for before a big moment, but a simple change of perspective can dramatically change its effects. Research has found that when you choose to embrace your anxiety by telling yourself it is excitement, you can harness its energy to improve your performance. The key using your anxiety to pump yourself up instead of allowing it to spur you into a self-doubt spiral.

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Repeat Your Process Cue

In Step #1, we talked about your intention - this was your goal or desired outcome for your performance. A process cue is how you want to achieve that intention. What mental or physical reminder do you want for yourself as you process and go through your performance? For example, an interviewer's process cue might be, "Smile and ask great questions." Or a violinist's process cue might be, "Smooth and good tempo." If you are giving a presentation, it could be, "Keep it positive and engaging."

Think about how you want to achieve your goal. What kind of tempo do you want? What feeling do you need to fuel you? This is your process cue and you should think of it internally as a pep talk when you are getting ready, transitioning, and during your performance to keep you grounded.

Special Note: Let's talk about your nonverbal communication! Researchers have discovered that your body language has a huge impact on how you are perceived. When most people are anxious leading up to a big moment, they engage in nervous behaviors such as pacing, self-soothing (rubbing arms, wringing hands, etc.) and closed-off body language where, they make their bodies as small as possible to try hiding from the world and feeling safer.

The more you expand your body, the more confident you will appear. Here are some easy ways to engage in confident body language before your performance:

Dance

Stand like Superman or Wonder Woman

Set your legs wide and put your hands in the air

Make your body big and open in whatever ways feel most comfortable to you. If power posing in public makes you feel embarrassed, do it in the bathroom before going on stage or entering the room.
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Direct Your Energy

Remember that focal point we picked out in the back of the room in step #2? This is your dumping ground for excess nerves, anxious energy and bad thoughts. If you just tell yourself, "Don't be anxious" it doesn't work, but if you redirect the energy somewhere else, it can have a very soothing effect.

Dr. Greene advises that as you start your performance or begin to feel anxious, just take that nervousness and mentally hurl it toward that focal point. It will give you the amazing lightness of throwing off a heavy backpack and is a powerful mental exercise to combat nerves.

Bonus: Skip Your Morning Latte

Caffeine and refined sugar both are stimulants and, while they provide a quick boost of energy, they also can make you more jittery. Having a latte (or any other food with lots of sugar and caffeine) prior to your big moment not only increases your nerves, but also makes it more difficult to calm yourself down. Instead, opt for a filling, nutritious food that will give you sustained energy and save you from having to worry about upsetting your stomach.

Take all these steps together and you have a systematic way to combat any kind of performance anxiety. Save this article and review it before your next big thing. From myself and everyone here at Science of People we wish you the best of luck and break a leg! You can do it!

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One of the most common questions I receive on a weekly basis is on how to become an actor with no experience. Many aspiring actors who are just about to start pursuing a career in show business are confused how to get acting jobs when you don't have anything on your acting resume.

I can see how this catch-22 situation can be confusing to many, particularly to those who just got out of drama schools or jump straight into the industry without the formal training. I've been there before, and so were all others. Every. Single. Actor.

First, the good news: obviously you CAN become an actor with no experience. Everybody has to start somewhere. The key is actually taking action and doing something in order to get that experience, and there are a few things that you can do at this point which I'll talk about below.

" You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great. " - Zig Ziglar

There are many ways how to become an actor with no experience, when and where to start your acting career. A lot of these questions have already been partially answered in the Acting for Beginners Guide, and multiple articles across this site.

7 Tips on How to Become an Actor with No Experience

Once you've decided that you want to pursue a career in acting, you'll need a good plan of action on how to become an actor with no experience. Like we talked before in the how to start an acting career column, planning is key. Your main goal will be to expand your acting resume with skills, experience and training.

There are many things inexperienced budding thespians can focus on in order to advance their careers, and they're all interrelated. Some of those involve looking for jobs, and others are simply complimentary to your acting career that will eventually result in you finding and booking more auditions.

So let's get down to it. Here are the 7 tips on how to become an actor with no experience and how do to it in the most efficient way possible.

1. Read and study

First of all, you need to familiarize yourself with the industry. Know the ins and outs of this business, how it works and what people are involved in it. Reading books about the acting business, marketing, talent agents and so forth will give you confidence and understanding of where you want to be, and how you're going to get there.

Depending on the location you're starting your acting career at, your approach to effectively start booking acting jobs may differ slightly. Once you know the intricacies of this business, you'll find it much easier to develop your own specific plan of action instead of relying on general advice from websites like this one and many others.

Not only that, but reading a lot will benefit any actor's craft as well. Read books on acting technique to understand the theory behind truthful acting. Don't forget to read the most essential plays as well. However, don't rely solely on books, because you cannot learn acting from that alone. You'll need to take acting classes or even apply to a drama school anyway.

When you're trying to find the most efficient ways on how to become an actor with no experience, self-education is priceless. And in addition to learning about the craft and business, reading a lot will increase your creativity ( best creativity books) and expand your imagination ( best books for imagination).

2. Don't move right away

By now, you probably know that certain cities in the world have a much bigger theater or film and television industry. If you're starting your acting career in one of those cities, then good for you - you'll have plenty of opportunities from the get go.

However, if you're not in any of the bigger cities such as London, Los Angeles or New York City, then don't fret about it. As an aspiring actor who's just starting out, your town will probably have plenty of small-time productions which are absolutely GREAT for getting that experience because those jobs are easier to book.

Big cities are not only very competitive, but they're also very expensive. So when you're looking for ways on how to become an actor with no experience when you live in a smaller town, focus on saving money, learning about the business and exploring local opportunities.

Don't move to a big city as soon as you decided you want to be an actor. You need to check whether this is simply an impulsive decision, or you actually enjoy the craft and will be able to do this for a long period of time. Try to bite off as much of that less-competitive market in your small town and start building your acting resume.

3. Audition and train locally

Continuing my point from the above, your goal must be to move slowly, rather than rush into anything. Remember the famous phrase - acting is a marathon, not a spring. This cannot be more true. Anybody who rushes into this profession will burn out very quickly. It's not a smart way to approach this business.
An acting career is like a marathon. It's not a sprint.
Unless you live in towns like Manningtree, UK where the population is 700 people, or Whittier, Alaska with 217 people, it's likely that your city will have some opportunities for you to act. If you want to know how to become an actor with no experience, then this is how you can do it fast - less competitive market.

So what opportunities can you explore? Anything, really; whatever gives you a chance to act. At this point, you need to start acting as much as you can, anywhere you get the opportunity to. It could be community theater, drama clubs, amateur acting workshops, student films and so on.

If you're lucky (or unlucky) enough to already live in a bigger city, there's going to be a lot more stuff happening, but it'll be more competitive as well. Nevertheless, actively seek out jobs, audition and do whatever you can to get up on your feet and simply act. As soon as you can afford some local acting class or workshop, try that as well.

The goal is to start building that resume in any way possible. Put anything you can on it. Jump on any project you can. Be proactive!

4. Work on your special skills

Being a good actor should always be your main priority. But that doesn't mean you can't learn any "accessory" skills that will help you book more acting jobs. Many actors completely ignore this part, and therefore take themselves out of running for easy gigs that they could've gotten if they had some one particular skill.

It's always helpful to be able to do something that a director can use in the production. If you already can play musical instruments and do more unique stuff, such as riding a unicycle - perfect! Hone those skills, put them on the resume and see how this can help you with gaining that acting experience.

But don't stop there. Do learn new things and spend enough time to actually master the technique to an adequate level where you can at least fake it to look like a professional, rather than simply "know how it's done."

What should you be learning? Anything, really. Juggling, accents, languages, musical instruments, sports, martial arts, magic and whatnot. Try some of the unusual things and put those on your resume, particularly if you already do them.

Special skills aren't the focal point of your resume (which is why they're usually at the very bottom), but who knows, one day one of those skills may win you a significant role in a big production.

5. Start working on your marketing

When you have no acting experience and you follow the above advice, it's likely you won't have too much of your time taken up with filming projects day in and day out. Therefore, you'll probably have a little bit of extra time on your hands which you can use wisely to boost your acting career.
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My suggestion would be to start working on your marketing and branding yourself. It's not going to do much for you now, but if you start early, once you have that acting experience, you'll be ahead of many other actors who are just catching up with their actor marketing goals.

So what can you do to start building a brand around yourself? There are several things, and all are very easy to do and learn, particularly because it's all based online. Here's what you should focus on:

Build your own personal acting website (or you can pay someone to do it for you, but it's not worth it).

Create social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter, Instragram and whatever else is out there.

Become active on your website and with your social media. Share things and communicate with others.

Make connections online with other actors, directors, producers, screenwriters and industry people.

On top of doing all of this online, you can also start networking a little. Even if you live in a small town with very little film or theater action, there's probably other aspiring actors, directors, producers out there doing the same thing. Find them, connect with them and maybe start working on something together.

If you try hard, you can also find professionals in the field who are already working. Getting to know these people is harder, particularly when you're still trying to figure out how to become an actor with no experience, but if you can get their attention, try to utilize those contacts, or save them for later.

In our free eBook, we covered the topic of networking and how plenty of industry people actually enjoy talking about the business and giving advice. Use that to your advantage.

6. Get used to rejection

Rejection is a part of this business. A big part, actually. Many budding artists do not expect this turn of events once they decide they want to be actors, singers, dancers, or other type of performers in this very competitive market. Unfortunately, that's the reality of show business - everybody gets rejected.

Unlike in other walks of life, you have to accept that Rejection (with capital "R") is completely normal. It's not personal and there's no reason you should ever take it to heart. It doesn't necessarily mean that you're a bad actor or that you've done something wrong.

Imagine that you're casting a project. You only have one part, and 100 actors come to audition for that part. 50 of them were good. Can you hire all 50? No, you cannot. You have to pick one, and it's a tough decision to make as a casting director. Nobody wants you to fail, but due to the nature of this business, you'll get betting rejected a lot.

" For every successful actor or actress, there are countless numbers who don't make it. The name of the game is rejection. You go to an audition and you're told you're too tall or you're too Irish or your nose is not quite right. You're rejected for your education, you're rejected for this or that and it's really tough." - Liam Neeson

What's the point I'm trying to make? The point is that you should deliberately put yourself in a position to be rejected as soon as you can. Get comfortable with rejection. Trust me, if there's one "ability" actors need to have, it's this one. It's not easy, but it will save you tons of internal battles and keep you on the right path.

" Actors search for rejection. If they don't get it they reject themselves." - Charlie Chaplin

At this point, don't go out there to win. Go out there to FAIL. Do your best, experiment, play and enjoy the process. As an actor, you cannot try to avoid failure, ever.

7. Finally, be patient and consistent

Honestly, the above six points are enough for you to get yourself onto the path of how to become an actor with no experience, and change that state as soon as possible. If you follow my advice above, you'll be ahead of the game within a year. Most actors stop pursuing this career by then.

If you seriously dedicate yourself to finding any type of experience, marketing yourself, building your site and network, and getting comfortable with rejection, this will probably take you a year or two. Yes, it's a long time, but remember that becoming an actor isn't a sprint; it's a marathon. Enjoy the process, and look far into the future.

The important part is to always keep in your head that you finally have or soon will have a strong grasp of how the show business works, what acting industry is all about, and that you're absolutely serious that you love doing this. You'll feel like you're building a foundation, developing acting-related habits and getting reading for a major step.

So be patient. It's very important, because you will not - and I repeat, you will NOT - see any results in the beginning. Learning how to become an actor with no experience isn't impossible, but it takes effort. It's also going to be a lot of investment in terms of time, hard work and even money with no reward for a while.

But stick with it, and with time, you'll see how gradually the results from the work you've done before will start dripping down, and you'll go "ooooh, I get it now!"

This is all you need to know on how to become an actor without no experience:

Read a lot and study

Hone the skills and learn to love the business

Seek out any opportunities locally

Do not rush into anything and take it slow

Market yourself and network

Continue to improve yourself as a person and an actor

Stay patient, and stay consistent.

If you have any other observations or questions on how to become an actor with no experience, share those in the comments below and let's see what else we can cover.

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An Actor portrays a characters in a film, using their physical presence or voice. It involves researching every aspect of the character, memorizing dialogue the Screenwriter has written, and developing their own emotional life so it can be authentic on screen. Beyond the stress of working, many Actors must do promotional events and media tours and constantly audition for their next job.

There are two types of 'typical days' for an Actor: one where they are on set or preparing for a role and the other involving getting work. Depending on the actual day and success level of an Actor, they may be doing taped auditions simultaneously while working on set. Usually, there are long stints between work, where an Actor auditions for roles.

Overall, it's important to make sure that the 'Actor' lifestyle doesn't take over a personal life. Some Actors will spend their entire week cooped up in their apartment, learning lines or just not wanting to connect with the outside world until their meeting/audition is complete. They may be waiting around for that hopeful phone call from an Agent/Manager about a potential callback/offer.

Sebastian Gregory, an award-winning Actor who has been the lead in multiple independent films says, "On a normal to busy day, I wake up early and do some writing. I find this clears my head before any audition I may have later in the day. Depending on the audition and role, I'll usually do some research online or watch some YouTube clips of artists/Actors who inspire me. This all helps get me in the right headspace. I'll always work on the scene the night before and try to read the script for most meetings I am about to go in for. However, as we all know, sometimes we can have very limited time to do so. I think it's very important to still maintain a normal and healthy lifestyle and not take all of this too seriously to the point where it may cause stress and ruin your day, and sometimes, even your week. It took me many years to learn how to achieve this."

Working as an Actor involves bringing to life emotionally intense scenes, both on set and in auditions. It's important to find balance and a method that supports a consistent quality of work but also lets an individual keep their sanity.

An Actor is usually the last person signed onto a film project and the first person to finish work. They participate in many different projects within a year and are usually cast through auditions. An audition consists of reading sides for a scene and performing for a Casting Director and/or Casting Associate, Producer, and Director. Sometimes first-time Actors will be cast as leads of a film while other Actors make a career of playing small roles. Usually, Actors will start with smaller parts and work their way up to larger ones but the parts available to play are always dependent on what movies are currently casting.

Due to the competition inherent in working as an Actor, getting the right Agent can make or break a career. Gregory tells us how an Actor can build their career, "from signing up for drama classes to taking headshots and trying to sign with an Agent. Signing with an Agent can be hard if you have not done any work. A useful way to get in the door with a Manager or Agent is to have a showreel. I know people who have chosen a few scenes from different films and taped them in a studio. This is a good way for Agents/Managers to get a feel for you in front of the camera.

Once you have representation and are going to regular casting auditions, it's important to remember it may take a while before being cast in something. There are many things casting is looking for in a role. Don't get down on yourself if you haven't booked something in the first month or two."

Gregory first signed with his Agent through playing music. He then started going out on regular auditions, mainly for TV commercials. After booking a couple of gigs and gaining some familiarity of what it's like to be on set, he was cast in TV shows and feature films.

Honing's one's craft as an Actor is a crucial part of the process but it is different for everyone. Gregory states, "Some of the best Actors/Actresses never did any training, education or classes, while others did. I think it's important to find what makes you happy and confident in excelling in your craft as an Actor. For me, I never felt at home in drama classes. I am self-taught in most things I set out to accomplish. Trial and error have been the best experience I could have ever had."

Other Actors will attend conservatory programs, work in repertory theater companies, create their own plays, and rehearse with people they respect. Acting Coaches are commonly hired and will work with Actors even after they've become very successful. The entire learning process is an individual journey and it's important for anyone looking to become an Actor to take time and discover what works best for them.

The experience and special skills required for an Actor vary depending on the role they will be performing. For example, if someone is supposed to portray an expert swordsman they need to have those skills. Often, the ability to perform a unique skill will help an Actor land a role. Gregory adds, "You need to feel confident in front of a camera and have a strong work ethic. The days can be very early and very long when working."

The stamina required to work twelve-hour plus days, doing the same emotionally draining scene repeatedly does not come easy. Sometimes it can take over thirty takes before the correct shot is achieved. Then the Actors must play the same scene again but with the camera sitting at a different angle. Therefore, the best prior experience for becoming an Actor is to act. This can include taking regular classes, participating in workshops, and rehearsing with fellow Actors.

Actors' personalities come in all shapes and sizes. Gregory says, "I know a lot of Actors who have 'over the top' personalities. They almost need to have their presence known every time they walk into a room! This may help them in front of the camera, as they are clearly not shy. But I also know a lot of Actors who are the complete opposite. I'm quite a shy and quiet person when I meet people. This doesn't affect me one bit when it comes to being in front of the camera or going on casting calls."

For Actors like Gregory, auditioning and doing interviews are like playing another character. He embodies an extroverted personality because it's good to feel confident when speaking with Casting Directors, Producers, and Directors. Thus, while there is no set personality type essential for success as an Actor, they must know how to engage and open up when it's time to perform.

When an Actor is working on set, they are subject to be called day or night, at any time of the week. There are union rules about turnarounds for the next day; however, that often only results in a fee that's paid to be overridden. When it comes to working between jobs, Gregory says, "My preparation mainly consists of work at home, unless I decide to work with someone on a scene. Also, a lot of the time, casting may not be taking meetings in the current city I am in, which leads me to put down a self-tape. I make sure I take my camera and a little portable lighting setup whenever I travel so I can put down a tape when need be.

Auditions can come through at any time, including weekends. It's important to be able to manage your time, as sometimes you can have more than one audition and sometimes two or three will be requested in one day." What may seem like a lull from a bird's eye view is actually a long period of work, doing multiple auditions to get a job that will ultimately dictate every aspect of an Actor's life.

Actors work quite extensively with their Agents and Managers. They speak with them at least once or twice a week by phone and constantly through email. Otherwise, when on set, the Actor's main points of contact are the 1st Assistant Director, Director and any PAs. The Makeup, Costume and Sound departments will also work closely with the Actors to get them ready for their scenes.

The career trajectory for an Actor varies widely. There isn't a cookie cutter path to making it and even getting the "big break" can come in a myriad of ways. Gregory notes, "Constantly going on auditions and staying busy is important. If you're not staying busy and inspired, it's easy to lose your 'mojo'. I find if I'm not busy, it's easy to not work on my craft and keep focused. Then I'll go in for a casting call and feel a little rusty."

Unfortunately, having a bad audition can knock an Actor out of the running for a role. Therefore, they must consistently hone their craft like an athlete staying in shape. After an Actor has acquired lots of success in their career, they will begin to get direct bookings where they no longer need to audition. Productions will make an offer to the Actor and they will decide whether to do the role. This only happens to 'bankable' stars, individuals who will guarantee a revenue return for a production. As many Actors advance in their careers, they will create their own production companies to generate work that they want to do, and take more agency in the creative process.

How much an Actor receives for his or her work will depend on several factors. Non-union Actors will earn less than union Actors. Payment rates also depend on the level of work being done: someone with less than five lines will receive less pay than the star of the show. SAG daily minimum ranges from $125 per day to $500 per day depending on budget level, but of course, in the case of the biggest stars, pay rates can get much, much higher.

There are a variety of online resources for Actors. In terms of professional organizations, it varies from region to region, since acting is an in-person experience. Local theater companies are a great avenue to check out. There is also MasterClass, an online resource where industry professionals conduct online classes for students.

The main union is the Screen Actors Guild or SAG. They mostly handle negotiating base rates for Actors.

Gregory says to get auditions "there are plenty of online casting websites for Actors that cost a small/medium fee. It all depends on what city you are in, but if you do a little research, you will find some. These usually consist of you uploading a headshot, resume, and possibly a showreel. It's a great way to start working without an Agent, as you'll submit yourself for roles. Then it's up to casting to review your profile and determine whether or not they want to audition you." Some of the main online resources Gregory mentions in the Los Angeles area are LA Casting and Actors Access.

Take an acting class.

Read plays and screenplays.

Watch movies.

Practice memorizing lines.

Watch people in their daily lives to study their behavior.

Take a movement or dance class.

Take a voice class.

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

"Acting is all about having fun and doing it because a person enjoys it. If they're not having fun then they're not going to go far. That stagnation will show up in their work and translate into the audience's experience! Also, be patient. Ninety-nine percent of actors don't book roles overnight. It takes time and hard work.

Casting Directors and other industry professionals need to get to know an Actor's work to trust them with their projects. When an Actor steps on set, they hold the entire production's world in their hands. It's an invigorating feeling that should be cherished."

What's the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

"People arrive in Los Angeles with stars in their eyes, thinking this is 'their' time. After three months of not booking a gig, they pack up and leave. It's great to be positive and confident in yourself but success doesn't usually happen overnight. Some Actors will work for over seven years before they land their big break. It's important to be in it for the work and not the external success. That will come in its own time. People shouldn't get down on themselves for it not happening right away."

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

"What about personal relationships when filming?

Many people ask this question, but they mean it in a voyeuristic way. The real question is, how do you maintain the connections with those you care about, especially when you're far away, devoting your life to becoming someone else? It's easy to fall into a character and forgo outside communication. This is an easy way to lose touch with a support network.

If an Actor loses their friends and family, then when they're not working or suffering from an audition that went badly, life can be very tough. It's important to find relationships that will respect an Actor's lifestyle and time commitments and for the Actor to remember their loved ones and reach out, even when consumed by a role. It only takes a moment when they're on set to maintain the relationship."

What is one thing I should have asked which I didn't?

"What was a memorable production you worked on?

Shooting in Vain was a great production because the Producers, Director, and Crew had everything planned out. Often, people are scrambling on set which can be distracting when trying to get into character. The frantic energy can be felt in the room and translates onto the screen.

For an Actor to do their best work, they need a supportive environment to relax into so the character inside can come alive. Many young productions like student films and even large studio movies suffer from this anxiety and lack of planning. It can usually be seen in the final product."

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

"Fun. Hard work, having fun and not taking everything too seriously are the most important aspects of success. If you're not having fun, enjoying the ride but still putting the work in, then people aren't going to enjoy being around you."

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Become an Actor | Job Description & Salary

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An Actor portrays a characters in a film, using their physical presence or voice. It involves researching every aspect of the character, memorizing dialogue the Screenwriter has written, and developing their own emotional life so it can be authentic on screen.