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[faze_O]

Hi, my lifes goal is to become a well know... actor, well not my WHOLE life goal but it is a major goal. Is there any one else here who shares this goal? hha.. I kow im going to be an actor in major motion pictures or at least i dream to be one..haha.. ive taken up modeling to start off my career just like other actors.. Im dreaming BIG... any one else here who is the same???

Do you want to become an entertainer? Singer..Dancer...Actor..Actress....? What are you doing now to jump start your career? any pointers for other people..

[KissMe2408]

I have always been into acting and such so here are a few pointers to those who need them:
It really matters what field you are getting into. Film, theater, and what not. But here are some basics and work your way from there.

(1) Take acting classes
(2) Be sure to have a resume and headshot. Headshot should be black and white, usually casting agents link how good your headshot is to how serious you are about the business. Make sure to get a good quality one with a great photographer, you will probably pay big bucks. If you are just starting off and are young then you probably could take your own, and then progress to a nicer headshot. And resume, just list everything you have done [plays, commercials, movies], and be sure to list your special skills as well.
(3) Audition! It's an art in itself. Some people audition horribly, but are perfect for the part. Even if you don't think there is any chance of you getting that part or being in the production, just audition. You need to just randomly show up at some and get your name out there and learn the entire process. It is nerve-wracking, it is tough. You need to get accustomed to it. Look presentable, Try to stand out and be yourself. If you get a callback and it's a big audition [cattlecall], then be sure to wear the same clothes so they can recognize you easier. Also, arrive early as well. You'll need time to fill out papers and ontime can be considered "late" at an audition. You want to get in. Casting people love when you are early. Put your best foot foward, when in doubt smile, and just keep auditioning. You'll find auditions online, in your local paper, by word of mouth is the best, you will want to find a theater or acting group around the area that knows about that stuff.
(4) Getting an agent is nice, they can get you in more private auditions, and the searching part is done for you, you just have to show up. There are a lot of shady agents out there so really be careful, and search about them online before you jump into things.
(5) Voice Lessons. They really help, especially for theater people. The same could be said with dance lessons and all of that. It never hurts to be well rounded. If you can, try to get into a good acting school, or into a school with a good acting/theater program. Whatever best fits you.

The acting classes and voice lessons really helped me a lot. It made you more aware of yourself, and it just helps....
and please just keep auditioning. That is so important. I mean, you get shot down a lot, you will get a hella more "No's" then "Yes's", that is expected. If you have in your head that you will get every single audition and callback then you are in for a nasty suprise. It is a very tough business, soooo much competition, you have to be prepared mentally.
Persevere and just keep going for your goal!
Good luck!