As an actor, you are the product.
You must realize you are selling yourself.
Since you are the product it's your responsibility to make sure your package is attractive.
That doesn't mean you must look attractive in your photos.
It's important that you create an illusion of your talent in your photo.
With that in mind, the possibilities are endless.
If you create an illusion of your talent, don't be surprised when you are "called in" by a casting director for an audition.
To market yourself you need to decide what kind of work you want to do.
Is it Films, TV, Commercials, Modeling Print Work, Voice-Overs, or Music Videos? If it's one or all of the above, you must begin you research to know the names of the casting directors that specialize in each of these fields.
The more you know about the casting directors and the type of talent they are looking for and are hiring, the better your chances are of getting work.
If you want to start working in this business you need to know the competition; therefore your first steps are to start watching TV.
Watch the successful shows to get an idea of who they are hiring.
When studying the shows to see which ones you would be best suited for, don't just consider the age range of the stars.
Most shows use all types and ages.
As you investigate these shows, look at the style of the show.
Is it a drama or comedy styled show? Which one do you think you would be best suited for as an actor? These are relevant questions that you need to ask when you sell yourself as the product.
When you realize that you are the product it allows you the chance to express yourself in extraordinary ways.
You no longer have to be modest about your abilities and accomplishments.
Your talents don't have to be locked up inside, but they can finally flow out of you for others to enjoy.
Show business is often difficult for actors because there is a belief that we should be humble about our art and our talent.
Competition is not on our sides; therefore the only way to get noticed is to sell ourselves as a product that people desperately need.
Don't be afraid to speak of your achievements with pride.
Let people know that you believe in yourself and that you are the best person for the job.
With these factors in mind, you are sure to make an impression on the people who will be hiring you.
You must realize you are selling yourself.
Since you are the product it's your responsibility to make sure your package is attractive.
That doesn't mean you must look attractive in your photos.
It's important that you create an illusion of your talent in your photo.
With that in mind, the possibilities are endless.
If you create an illusion of your talent, don't be surprised when you are "called in" by a casting director for an audition.
To market yourself you need to decide what kind of work you want to do.
Is it Films, TV, Commercials, Modeling Print Work, Voice-Overs, or Music Videos? If it's one or all of the above, you must begin you research to know the names of the casting directors that specialize in each of these fields.
The more you know about the casting directors and the type of talent they are looking for and are hiring, the better your chances are of getting work.
If you want to start working in this business you need to know the competition; therefore your first steps are to start watching TV.
Watch the successful shows to get an idea of who they are hiring.
When studying the shows to see which ones you would be best suited for, don't just consider the age range of the stars.
Most shows use all types and ages.
As you investigate these shows, look at the style of the show.
Is it a drama or comedy styled show? Which one do you think you would be best suited for as an actor? These are relevant questions that you need to ask when you sell yourself as the product.
When you realize that you are the product it allows you the chance to express yourself in extraordinary ways.
You no longer have to be modest about your abilities and accomplishments.
Your talents don't have to be locked up inside, but they can finally flow out of you for others to enjoy.
Show business is often difficult for actors because there is a belief that we should be humble about our art and our talent.
Competition is not on our sides; therefore the only way to get noticed is to sell ourselves as a product that people desperately need.
Don't be afraid to speak of your achievements with pride.
Let people know that you believe in yourself and that you are the best person for the job.
With these factors in mind, you are sure to make an impression on the people who will be hiring you.
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