Download or read book An Actor s Guide Your First Year in Hollywood written by Michael St. Nicholas and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-09-07 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Actor's Guide—Your First Year in Hollywood should be required reading for any young actor headed to La-La Land with a dream in his heart and a shine on his shoes. Sure, it's a great guide to auditioning, getting a SAG card, finding an agent, landing parts, gaining exposure, and creating publicity—but it’s also packed with real-world advice from a fellow actor. Getting to know Los Angeles, finding a place to live and a job to pay the bills. An Actor’s Guide presents the whole picture, for career and for daily life. Remember to thank us when you’re a big star!
Download or read book An Actor s Guide Your First Year in Hollywood written by Michael St. Nicholas and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For every actor beginning a career in Hollywood, this indispensable guide will lay out a clear and comprehensible path with tried-and-true advice. Up-to-date resources and new interviews with recently established actors experiencing the current movieland scene—as well as the timeless voices of established actors and industry pros—make this a rich compendium of Hollywood know-how. Delve into the industry with the support from An Actor’s Guide: Your First Year in Hollywood and discover with confidence how to: Find work through a variety of sources Deliver stunning auditions Join SAG-AFTRA Get a great headshot and put together a stunning resume Build your credentials and gain exposure Hone your craft with professional training and classes Snag a top-notch agent Utilize the power of social media From settling into Los Angeles and sticking to a tight budget, to adventures in reality TV and landing the breakthrough parts you came to Hollywood for, any actor eager to learn will get his or her fair share of insider knowledge with this manual and will discover how to create a positive experience while launching an exciting career. Allworth Press, an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing, publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts, with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design, theater, branding, fine art, photography, interior design, writing, acting, film, how to start careers, business and legal forms, business practices, and more. While we don't aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.
Download or read book An Actor s Guide Your First Year in Hollywood written by Michael Saint Nicholas and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning with leads on finding a place to live and practical jobs to pay the bills, this up-to-date resource delves into tactics for landing an agent, auditions, a SAG union card, and work as a movie extra. Advice comes from seasoned actors and other film pros.
Download or read book The Hollywood Survival Guide for Aussie Actors written by Kym Jackson and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Hollywood Survival Guide reveals the insider information necessary to navigate each step of your acting career in L.A. Aussie actress Kym Jackson explains how each facet of the film and TV industry works and how it affects you. From visas to auditions, from getting an agent to what happens behind the casting curtain ... it's everything you need to become a successful actor in Hollywood". -- Back cover.
Download or read book Teen Guide to Getting Started in the Arts written by Carol Ritzenthaler and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2001-11-30 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teens interested in preparing for a career in the arts will find this introductory resource invaluable as it is the first book to guide them long before they apply to college or seek a position in their field. Whether they would like to become actors or filmmakers, artists, architects, dancers, musicians or singers, photographers, or writers, this book will show them how to do so. For each of the arts, an overview of the career, training, and a discussion of related careers is provided, along with lists of books, web sites, and organizations for further information. Sections directed to parents and teachers of the teens, with advice on how to support and encourage teens in their careers, are also included. Teens wanting to gain an edge in their craft by practicing and preparing early will find a wealth of information: advice from experts in each field provide an inside look on what skills are necessary for the twenty-first century. Suggestions for building discipline are provided, such as keeping a writing or sketching journal, and finding the proper trainers in music, dance, and acting. Contests and other opportunities that teens can submit work to or apply for auditions are provided, along with an extensive list of books, trade journals, Web sites, and professional and non-professional organizations. Using the resources in this book will ensure teens are experienced and well-prepared in their art form when they apply to college or other professional training and seek positions in their field.
Download or read book Acting in LA written by Kristina Sexton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-21 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each year, hundreds of aspiring and experienced actors head to LA hoping to make it big in Hollywood. While many of them have their acting chops in shape, few realize what it actually takes to survive in Tinseltown. Even if they happen to make it onto a set, many are clueless about what’s expected of them and how they should behave. Acting in LA: How to Become a Working Actor in Hollywood is exactly what these actors need: a handbook to arriving, surviving, and thriving on- and off-set in LA. Written by veteran Hollywood actor, acting coach, and acting teacher Kristina Sexton, this comprehensive guide takes no prisoners. With just enough snark to keep readers entertained—and on their toes—Acting in LA delivers solid advice on such topics as: Headshots, resumes, and reels How to find your “image” and market it The SAG/AFTRA debate Networking Agents and managers The importance of creating your own opportunities Maintaining a life outside of acting Setiquette On-set terminology And much more A comprehensive guide that can be utilized by actors either inside or outside Hollywood, Acting in LA relies on Kristina’s real-life experience as a working actress and exposes the pleasures, pitfalls, and practicalities of pursuing a career in acting.
Download or read book The Actor s Survival Guide written by Jon S. Robbins and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-07 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Actor's Survival Guide: How to Make Your Way in Hollywood is a handbook and essential guide to the business of living and working as an actor in the Los Angeles area. Exploring the experience of relocating to L.A.; the casting process; and how to identify – and find work with – the key players in the film and television industry, the book offers a business-centered road map through the industry. It seeks to navigate the challenges and identify the pitfalls and wrong-turns that hinder too many promising careers and frustrate even the most dedicated of actors. In doing so, the book seeks to provide an extra-competitive edge of experience and know-how for those actors who have the skills and determination to persevere. This second edition features a number of new sections and topics including: Recent census data for the Los Angeles County Neighborhood Statistics Updates on casting diversity with the most recent SAG/AFTRA data Changes in contracts for film, television and stage, including information on AEA's new Hollywood Equity Waiver policy Details on new contracts for film, television and new media; ongoing contract negotiations for video game content; and the ramifications of the SAG/AFTRA merger The role of computer-generated images (CGI) and motion capture (MOCAP) Renewed emphasis on set safety, especially for stunt performers Audition workshops Recent prosecutions of casting directors for "Pay for Play" violations Emerging role of social media in an actor's marketing strategy Dos and don'ts of video self-taping of auditions Expanded glossary to include new media and performance capture vocabulary Written from the perspective of working actor and experienced career-guidance teacher Jon S. Robbins, this unique guide will help aspiring actors bridge the gap between training in drama schools and working in the epicentre of the film and television industries.
Download or read book Movement for Actors written by Nicole Potter and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2002-07-01 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this rich resource for American actors, renowned movement teachers and directors reveal the physical skills needed for the stage and screen. Experts in a wide array of disciplines provide remarkable insight into the Alexander technique, the use of psychological gesture, period movement, the work of Rudolph Laban, postmodern choreography, and Suzuki training, to name but a few. Those who want to pursue serious training will be able to consult the appendix for listings of the best teachers and schools in the country. This inspiring collection is a must read for all actors, directors, and teachers of theater looking for stimulation and new approaches.
Download or read book Scott Sedita s Guide to Making It in Hollywood written by Scott Sedita and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2014-01-31 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scott Sedita’s Guide To Making It In Hollywood lays out everything an actor needs to know to launch a career in the entertainment capital of the world! Tapping into his 25 years of experience in the business, renowned Acting Coach, Author and TV personality Scott Sedita breaks down the Three Steps to Success -- Talent, Confidence, Perseverance -- and shows how these elements work together to build a successful acting career. Further, Scott takes a unique approach in highlighting the many Obstacles actors face when pursuing their dream in Hollywood. Scott explains how actors must identify and avoid the Three Steps to Failure -- Distractions, Addictions, Wrong Actions. With his bold, humorous, no-holds-barred approach, Scott guides the reader with practical, easily accessible advice as well as numerous Success Stories of famous actors he’s worked with and how they made it to the top!
Download or read book ACT written by Ingrid Torrance and published by Strategic Book Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have a burning desire to make it as an actor in the entertainment industry? Do you find yourself wondering what steps to take, wondering where to start? It may be how you're doing it or what you're not doing! Actor and writer Ingrid Torrance has been in the entertainment industry for over fifteen years and knows the in's and out's of how to make it or break it in the industry. Her guidebook is a must-have if you're in the first stages of your career or if you're a burgeoning actor because her formula works. Learn how to kick start your acting career by taking the right steps first, learn what to do and what not to do at an audition, and glean a basic understanding of how the industry works. The industry does change, but the basics stay the same. ACT! is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow book that will provide you with everything you need to start turning your dream into a reality. Ingrid Torrance is an actor, writer, producer and director and has appeared in numerous television series and movies. She has been nominated for a Leo Award as Best Actress, and has been an acting teacher for 15 years and an acting coach on set and off for 12. Ms. Torrance was featured in Entertainment Weekly as a "Breakout" Actress. She is currently writing her next instructional book for actors and a fiction novel. She lives in Canada. Visit her website at: www.ingridtorrance.com. Publisher's website: http: //www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/ACT-AStepbyStepGuidetoStartingYourActingCareer.html
Download or read book The Hollywood Survival Guide for Actors written by Kym Jackson and published by Perfict Books. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step process designed to help people become a working actor or actress, explaining every aspect of becoming an actor from start to finish.
Download or read book Finding the Money written by Preethi Burkholder and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2009-04-22 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a one-stop resource for people who want to finance their education or career. Classic, indispensable advice for college students and their parents and also for actors, musicians and other artists! The whole process of applying for loans, scholarships, grants, fellowships, tuition waivers and other forms of financial aid is clearly laid out. The book gives tips on finding sources of funds, filling out applications, writing entrance essays, receiving award disbursements, repaying loans and everything in between. Especially on how to stand out from the crowd.
Download or read book Your Modeling Career written by Debbie Press and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2004-07-01 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From high-fashion spreads and runway shows to shoe, hand, hair, and character shots to magazine and catalog ads, this comprehensive guide reveals how to be a successful model without being a superstar or drop-dead gorgeous. Tips are given on breaking into the modeling business, finding the right agent, and maneuvering in this often complex business. Aspiring models-men, women, girls, and boys-find out what the modeling scenes are like in New York, other major US cities, Europe, and Australia. Detailed information is provided on modeling agencies, schools, conventions, and contests, along with advice on building a portfolio and using the Internet to expand opportunities. Interviews with industry legends and a complete resource section are also included.
Download or read book Mastering Monologues and Acting Sides written by Janet Wilcox and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2011-10-04 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides advice for mastering monologues and improving auditioning techniques, and includes acting exercises, sample scripts, lists of Internet resources, improvisation tips, and more.
Download or read book Voiceovers written by Janet Wilcox and published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc.. This book was released on 2007-05 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Voiceovers, a veteran voiceover actor, writer, producer, and voiceover teacher provides the inside scoop on the industry and gives all the tools needed for personal training. This one-of-a-kind resource includes a CD featuring vocal exercises and exclusive interviews with voiceover actors. A treasure trove of exercises, games, and improv and acting techniques helps readers build their skills. Sample scripts from real ads provide practice, and interviews with agents, casting directors, and producers provide insights that will help new voiceover actors get started and get hired. Tips on making a demo, auditioning, getting an agent, interpreting copy, developing a personal marketing plan, and much more mean that soon that great voice will be bringing in income as well as compliments.
Download or read book Hollywood Here I Come written by Cynthia Hunter and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book makes certain that the next big star is ready for Hollywood. Honed from years of experience as a successful actor, Hollywood, Here I Come, is designed to help actors make their silver screen dreams a reality.While other books are all theory, this book gives actors concrete steps to success. Absolutely indispensable for the novice actor and the veteran alike, Hollywood, Here I Come even includes a section for parents hose babies dream of making it big. Filled with vital information (actors will want to underline every word), this hearty book shows how to make it happen.
Download or read book Encyclopedia of the Zombie written by June Michele Pulliam and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-06-19 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating read for anyone from general readers to hardcore fans and scholars, this encyclopedia covers virtually every aspect of the zombie as cultural phenomenon, including film, literature, folklore, music, video games, and events. The proliferation of zombie-related fiction, film, games, events, and other media in the last decade would seem to indicate that zombies are "the new vampires" in popular culture. The editors and contributors of Encyclopedia of the Zombie: The Walking Dead in Popular Culture and Myth took on the prodigious task of covering all aspects of the phenomenon, from the less-known historical and cultural origins of the zombie myth to the significant works of film and literature as well as video games in the modern day that feature the insatiable, relentless zombie character. The encyclopedia examines a wide range of significant topics pertaining to zombies, such as zombies in the pulp magazines; the creation of the figure of the zuvembie to subvert decades of censorship by the Comics Code of Authority; Humans vs. Zombies, a popular zombie-themed game played on college campuses across the country; and annual Halloween zombie walks. Organized alphabetically to facilitate use of the encyclopedia as a research tool, it also includes entries on important scholarly works in the expanding field of zombie studies.
