How do you get into acting and modeling and i don't have the $ for school?

Answer 1

You do NOT need to go to any schools. In fact, other than paying for headshots and resumes, you should not pay anyone anything.

You need to go out and try to get an agent. That may not be easy, but if you are serious, you need to work hard to obtain an agent. Once you have an agent the will take a percentage of your earnings as set by local custom or laws. But this is usually less that 15%. (Do not pay them more, do not pay them any other fees.)

If you do not do too well finding an agent, you can get a manager. The manager will help you get an agent. Managers are typically not regulated as well as agents, so they have more flexibility in how much they get as a percentage. However, it is usually much less than 15%. Again, do not pay them any other fees. It is important that they only get paid if you do well.. that way you know they have your best interests at heart and they will only pick you if they think they can make money from your work.

While I say you do not NEED to go to school... like any profession, you are much, much better off with training. But is is not required. If you are a singer, or dancer -- it is rare that high qualty performaers have no training. Actors... that is a different story.. some folks are born actors. Models... same thing.. some people just have the "look".

But don't believe that only beautiful people get picked... look at the actors in commercials, TV series and movies.. 90% of them are "normal" looking or even goofy looking. So anyone can do it.. you just need to do it.

Answer 2

I have heard a lot of bad thing about SOME (not all) modelling agencies and how they make you pay for photos and photo sessions before they take you on then never give you any work. Always check with the local Better Business Bureau.

I think a better starting place before you go to agencies is if you have a friend who is reasonable with a camera (do not have to be a professional or even that good just okay) Just take 100 photos of yourself in different poses, clothing and backgrounds then pick out 10-20 nice photos. You can then use this as a portfolio, and even better instead of printing them which cost you money every time, host them on a website and get some business cards print with the website address on and just hand these out instead. This is a far cheaper way of doing it and with no RISK. You should never have to pay to get a job if you do there is a high chance it is a scam.

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Answer 3

Erin Gray, the costar of TV and movie hits such as "Buck Rogers in the 21st Century" and that show with Ricky Shroeder has published a book on the acting industry and what an actor needs to know. It has especially useful information about television acting.

If you are in school, join the drama club and act in some plays, obviously. If you are not in school, you can join a community theater. Doubtless there are people there who can teach you some things.

That way, you will also get some practice and time in front of an audience from up on the stage.

Answer 4

Most of those modeling and acting school are just trying to get your money they really not the helpful. I went to a presentation done by a modeling aggence and afterwards I talk to them and the admitted that even there top models haven't earned back the money they spent in modeling school. If you have talent they just audition and keep audition till you make it you will probale pick up tips when auditioning

Answer 5

Listen to the radio and try and find agencies that are close in your area they might be in big cities of where you live usually search online make phone calls to make sure businesses are legit also you might want to start a photo portfolio and probably take acting classes so you can do well on certain audtions.

Answer 6

If you don't have the money, get a job and start saving. Duh. Do you always expect to get places without having to work for it?

My friend is preparing to move to LA to pursue her career in acting. She is working her butt off at the moment to save 10,000 before she goes so she doesn't end up on the curb somewhere.

And AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA to the first answer. That is probably really sound advice, sorry to say. It's a tough business... how bad do you want it?

Answer 7

Start going to auditions. You will need a head shot and resume.

Answer 8

looks its all about the looks..its shallow isnt it

Answer 9

IF U KNOW SOMEONE THAT IS IN THAT

Answer 10

Porn.