how do i become a movie extra or appear in commercials?
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Go to auditions, and it's always helpful to have an agent find auditions that best fit you.
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You get a union card and an agent...show up for casting calls when they go out. Good luck!
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Experience has nothing to do with the modeling and acting industry.  You either have it or you don't.  What you really should be asking is do you have the goods and the skills to be a part of those industries.  Do you?  Well, if you don't do what needs to be done to get them; acting classes, personal trainer, stylist, beautician, plastic surgery...C'mon! all the stars do it!!  Whatever you need, it can be bought. Consider it an investment which is another thing that is required to be in those industries.  For modeling you need a portfolio, hire a photographer to take pics...  It's all about preparation and effective marketing...  If you've been trying to do this for a long time, you'd better hurry up, time is running out for you!\n\nGood luck!
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Contact "The Austin Film commission".\nYou can call them or Email them.  They will also email you about upcoming roles in TV as well as films to audition for.\n\nMy best friend uses them for movie roles.  They even email ME!...I get one to three updates a week.
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It's easy if you live near Hollywood...look in your classifieds on your local paper under employment...sometimes you'll find an add for extras for an upcoming film...
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Apply at Blockbuster.
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You should try finding local college/high school students who are majoring in drama and would like to get some experience and credits under their belts. You should explain to them that this would not only provide experience in acting it would also help their resume. You could also look for people who just might want to volunteer their time ot be in your film. Post a few ads around your town letting people know what you're looking for. Make it very clear to them from the beginning that there is little or no money involved. If they are still interested, you can proceed with your film. Good luck!
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DUH!! ?? if you do not live by the store.. in which you would just go there and get one.. then you call directory assistance and get the number.. have them mail you one.. or if hollywood video has a website, then go to the site and email them. and just some friendly advice.. i doubt they will hire someone that can't even figure out how to get an application.
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Although being an actor is extremely rewarding, finding work can be a challenge. The profession requires great commitment and fortitude. \n \n   \n  Steps:  \n1.   Decide whether you want to be a professional actor (addressed here) or an amateur. If you want to be a professional, read on.  \n  \n2.   Move to a major city. Eventually, New York or Los Angeles will be your destination, but as you build your résumé of experience you can work in other major metropolitan areas that have good theater or film communities.  \n  \n3.   Enroll in acting class. Good actors study their entire lives. To choose a good class, ask trusted, successful professionals for references.  \n  \n4.   Get a headshot (see "How to Get a Headshot," under Related eHows).  \n  \n5.   Compose a résumé of all the work you have done so far. As your body of work grows, drop the less professional work (such as school plays) from your résumé.  \n  \n6.   Send your headshot and résumé with a brief cover letter to all the casting directors and agents in your area. Follow up with postcards every four to six months, updating them on your current acting projects.  \n  \n7.   Read the trade papers regularly: "Backstage," "Dramalogue," "The Ross Reports" and "Variety," as well as online publications such as newenglandfilm.com, as appropriate. Know what is being cast where, and send headshots and notes directly to directors and producers whenever possible, requesting auditions.  \n  \n8.   Always accept invitations to industry events and parties, and meet industry professionals whenever possible. Who you know is extremely important.  \n  \n9.   Persevere.  \n  \n  Tips:  \n Acting is a tough business; make sure your personality is suited for the ups and downs. If not, amateur theater is also a good way to practice your craft.  \n  \n Ignore negative clichés about actors and the entertainment business.  \n  \n  \n Warnings:  \n Be skeptical of shady services offered to actors; there are many scams that prey on the dreams of actors.  \n  \n\nActing teachings by Charlie Capen\nTo be a great actor, one must learn or study. \n\nSome good schools or acting teachings are Lee Strasberg, Stella Adler, etc. \n\nBy far, my favorite school (in LA) is The Beverly Hills Playhouse. It is an amazing school and teaches acting, administration (of your career, etc.) and ethics. The teacher has studied with many of the greats as a peer and student. \n\nBut most importantly, follow your heart and dreams, and don't let anyone squash them for they are future not yet come into fruition.
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Local theater.  It is the best place to start.  You can also look around for small studios and drop off head shots.  It sometimes works.  Shoe to a casting call for extras if a movie is being made if your area.  This one is a little tougher. But they are the step ladder to help you out.
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Be a successful actor in movies......\nOr on a hit TV show.
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star in lots of movies
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I have no money to invest but I am willing to be an actor for your movie if needed.\n\nI am experienced, I have 4 movies and plenty of commercials under my belt, I have also been on Jerry Springer 2 times.\n\nIf you are interested please contact me @ \nmy-cld-9@cinci.rr.com\n\nDon
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well most agents have law degrees.  due to the legalities of everything and all the contracts you have to deal with.  But if these are people you know that would be willing to sign with you i would draft a contract and have them sign it.  The only problem is that you will need to do a lot of leg work in the beginning because noone will know who you are.  Youre also going to have to get them into acting unions because most bigger movies only take actors from the unions.  It is quite a process but if you put the work in you can be very successfull.
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Getting a voice-over job is the same as getting an acting job.  You have to start a portfolio.  Spend some money and go to a recording studio to record tracks of imitation stars such as cartoon characters, and certain voice-overs you can nail.  Then market yourself out to ad companies and see if you can get a lead
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I know this might sound weird but I've seen those advertisements in the movie theaters before a show....lot's of people view them.  What else is there to do while you wait for a show to begin?  At least it would get your name out there to a diverse crowd.
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go onto an acting audition website and look for a job that fits you it will tell you what to do to audition (ie video go to a certain place to audition ect.)