What kinds of jobs can I get in the television industry without a talent agent?

Question

I've been acting for almost 15 years, and I am looking at trying acting on camera instead of stage.

Answer 1

I don't know where you live, but you need to be in Los
Angeles for anything related to television. Take class
with those who are already employed in soap operas
and network like crazy. Agents come to these classes
to see new blood. If you've been acting this long, you have
the experience, but you must be seen. Without an agent,
you're a fish out of water here. Get some great head shots
together and any film or tape you have on yourself, your
resume and start pounding the pavement. It's the only
way unless someone sees you on the street or in a cafe
and you happen to fit their requirements after they've
interviewed 100 wrong people for a part. Versatility is
extremely important. Your ability to change your look, physical characteristics and voice are key. It's a hard
business if you're looking for a full time career. Good luck.


P.S. Schmooz and try to make as many connectiongs as
possible. Be sure your name gets around.

Answer 2

There are all sorts of "jobs" available when it comes to working on television, but it is true for the most part, you need to be in LA to make it happen. They do film a few shows in NYC still but they are getting few and far in between.

Alot of tv shows are using sites like actor's access, now casting and la casting as opposed to hardcopy breakdown services now due mainly because of the time constraints of production. I would suggest you check out a few of those sites and see what they have to offer.

But why limit yourself only to television? If nothing comes up right away why not hone your skills in some indies or student films. 15 years exp on stage is great but there are a lot of differences between a stage actor and a screen actor. Some subtle, some huge. Kind of like the differences between a figure skater and a hockey player. They both work on ice, but their performances differ greatly.

The other route you could always try is starting off on shows doing extra work. I know a lot of people that go in as a background performer, get bumped to a featured slot, keep working the shows and have eventually been t/h into a union with a speaking bit. It'll take some persistance, but anything worth your time always does.

Answer 3

An agent is somebody who famous expert actors locate artwork. they'll purely take you on in the event that they think of which you have skills and may lead them to money. An agent would not cost a value till you gets a commission artwork and then they take a share of that. sturdy brokers will purely handle an actor after seeing them in a expert tutor. in case you go with to develop into an actor, you're able to be able to desire to get journey in college performs and have a sturdy regularly occurring of training. Ask your father and mom in case you may connect stagecoach which holds performing instructions for babies around the rustic.

Answer 4

well there are websites that have auditions for stuff like that I don't know what they are probably if you just look up "auditions" you'll find something. But It would be wise to get an agent. There job is you get you discovered. Good luck!

Answer 5

The soaps. Mail your headshot to the soap casting directors.