If you want to be an actor or singer, there are various ways to enter the theater or film industry. One of the most effective ways is to find an agent. Contacting the production house directly and taking public auditions sometimes does not produce satisfactory results. By having an agent, you can connect with the right people who work in the film or entertainment industry. You can still take auditions announced on social media or local media even if you have an agent. This article will explain how to find an agent and audition.
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Method 1 of 2: Finding an Agent or Manager
Step 1. Ask for recommendations
You can ask friends, colleagues or classmates for information and recommendations who have agents.
- Give a friend a copy of your photo, resume, and video of your acting performances. He will forward the copies to the agent.
- If your friend or colleague doesn't have an agent, find a local actor community and make friends with its members. They can help you forward a copy of your video and photo to the right people.
- You need someone else's recommendation to get an agent. Therefore, it is important that you are recommended by someone who knows or has a professional relationship with the agency.
Step 2. Follow theatrical performances or filmmaking and commercials
Even if a theater show or film-making is organized by the school, doesn't pay a large salary, or has to be attended voluntarily, it's a good idea to stick with it. If the agent sees how you look, he or she may be interested in you.
- Take advantage of every acting opportunity you can find. We recommend that you participate in activities related to acting, such as theater performances, amateur filmmaking, documentaries, or commercials. While these activities don't pay much and are amateurish, you can demonstrate your acting skills and increase your chances of attracting the attention of agents.
- If you have talent, people will recommend you as a good actor who is suitable to work in the film and entertainment industry.
- Agents and managers often watch theater shows or watch videos that people recommend. If the theater you are attending is watched by agents and managers, you may be able to get their attention.
- Taking part in every acting opportunity can hone your skills. Any experience gained can help you develop a career.
Step 3. Find contacts via social media
Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube can help you showcase your acting skills. Your friends and business network can help put you in contact with agents through social media.
- Be careful when contacting agents via social media.
- Don't look too excited or desperate. This can discourage agents from working with you.
- Basically, you have to plan all your activities on social media. If you want to attract the agent's attention, you must submit things related to acting and acting skills. Avoid sending posts, videos, or photos that could offend people. Otherwise, the agent may be reluctant to work with you.
- The best way to contact an agent via Facebook or Twitter is to join the conversation. Show the agent that you share his or her interests. In addition, if the situation allows, also show videos that contain your acting performances.
- If the agent doesn't respond to your message, don't keep sending audition videos or photos, as this can irritate him. This can worsen your relationship with other agents because the agents know each other.
Step 4. Visit the agency's workshop or audition
Sometimes agencies organize such activities to find talented actors.
- Note that this activity is very competitive.
- You should try to highlight your abilities. Also, it's best not to be shy, arrogant, and weird when you join this activity. Show your professionalism.
- Make sure you look professional and unique. First impressions are very important in the film and theater industry.
Step 5. Have a meeting with the agent
After contacting and getting to know the agent more, it's a good idea to have a formal meeting.
- It's a good idea to prepare your resume and portfolio well. Even if you look unique and confident, agents don't judge you by your appearance alone.
- Prepare everything related to your experience and interests.
- When meeting with the agent, you must convince him that you are a talented actor and can meet or even exceed his expectations. Use resumes and portfolios to showcase your skills.
- Do not expect you to be immediately promoted by an agent if you do not have sufficient and satisfactory experience.
Step 6. Hire an agent or manager
The agent or manager will help you find an audition or casting call (a pre-production process held to find and select actors or other jobs).
- If you use the services of an agent, you must pay for services based on a percentage of the salary you get from work.
- Hiring an agent or manager does not guarantee you will get a job.
- Agents will find and offer auditions that match your abilities. In addition, he will also recommend you to the director. However, this is not a guarantee that you will get a job or role.
Method 2 of 2: Independent Auditions
Step 1. Use the connection
Ask acting coaches, colleagues, and friends if they know of any film projects in the area where you live.
- Asking your connections can be the best source of information.
- Your acting coach will know which role is right for you. In addition, he can also introduce you to people who work in the entertainment and film industry.
- Your friends in a professional network can recommend you to casting directors and local agents.
Step 2. Try to follow the casting call
You can find casting call schedules in local newspapers, websites, television, radio, and more.
- Many television stations advertise casting calls for television shows or other projects on their websites.
- Schedules for auditions and theater casting calls can be found in newspapers or magazines that cover art, theater, and drama.
- If you live in a large city, look for audition schedules or casting calls in reputable newspapers. You have a better chance of getting a job if you search for job openings in a metropolis with a large entertainment industry.
Step 3. Use social media
Facebook can be a good source of information for finding audition schedules.
- The "Events" feature provided by Facebook is often used to announce audition schedules and open casting calls. This feature can be used to find film, television, and theater job vacancies.
- Look at the agency's page or find a specific film project page on Facebook. Sometimes audition information will be sent to that page.
- You can also find casting call schedules and auditions on Twitter and Craigslist.
- You may have a better chance of finding auditions and actor job openings if you live in a large city with an entertainment industry.
Step 4. Create an account on the audition website
Visit the audition website and create an account. After that, send your passport photo.
- Some examples of audition websites that can be used include www.exploretalent.com, www.laauditions.com, www.actoraccess.com, or www.backstage.com.
- Make sure your profile stands out and contains detailed information. Also, attach some of your photographs.
- Most audition websites will send you an email (email or email) or a notification when an audition or casting call is open.
- If audition websites are the only source of information you have, be careful when using them. Many audition websites require you to pay a membership fee without guaranteeing you a job.
- You can use audition websites to find and learn about film projects in the area where you live.
Step 5. Contact the local production house
- Production houses can be a good source of information for finding audition schedules and casting calls.
- Almost all film projects that are looking for extra actors will advertise job vacancies through production houses.
- The production house also has a list of film projects, film permits, and telephone numbers of people who work in the film and entertainment industry. This can help you learn about film projects and contact role directors.
- Production houses may provide information about acting courses and workshops that can help you hone your skills.
Warning
- Some role-playing websites (casting websites or websites where aspiring actors look for auditions and job openings) require you to pay a membership fee to create a profile. Be aware that you are not guaranteed to get a job from these sites.
- Be wary of auditions or casting calls held privately in remote locations.
- Be careful with scams. Don't pay an agent or manager before you get a job.
