Every year a huge number of people come to Hollywood with the dream of becoming an actor, become famous and make a lot of money. Only a few succeed, but this is no reason to get upset and not even try your luck.
What do you need to work as an actor in the U.S.? How to get on the set in the USA?
The first thing you need is a work permit to work in the US. If you come to America as a tourist and want to try to star in the masses, then nothing will work.
It is desirable that the person had a special education. A big plus is the presence of a diploma from a theater or film school. But sometimes even acting courses are quite enough. In Los Angeles, a large selection of all kinds of schools and courses for actors, there are also coaches who give personalized acting lessons.
Of course, no matter how many diplomas you have, but without talent, charisma, external data and luck – nothing will work.
It is good if you have experience as an actor in your home country. Of course, your merits in your home country is not interesting to anyone in the states, your career will have to start from scratch. But to have experience on the set – a definite advantage.
In the U.S. is very tough competition among actors, so really assess your strength.
You need to constantly exercise to keep your figure in good condition. Also important will be the knowledge of English. Even if you have to work in the masses and no text you will not have, you still need to understand what the director wants from you.
Those who star in the masses, divided into two groups: the first are not in the actors’ union, and the second are members of the Screen Actors Guild or another union. In principle, without membership in the union, you can work, but do not hope to participate in prestigious projects and high earnings. In order for an actor to be accepted into the union, he needs to collect on the set of three weyvera (a special document) and pay $ 3 thousand fee.
To begin with, you can try on your own to look for ads and go to all kinds of castings. It is not very difficult to find casting on the Internet.
If you are sure that the acting profession is exactly what you need, then you should find yourself an agent. He will look for interesting offers for you, defend your interests, help you join the Guild of Movie Actors.
At the first couple of times, it is better not to refuse any offers and take on everything. Make a portfolio with professional photos. Also be sure to make a resume.
Of course, you can become famous at any age, but still the earlier you start building a career, the better.
Do not hope for quick success. Usually auditions and castings take a lot of time, and initially bring little money. But you should not despair and continue to improve yourself, work on yourself. The more you know how to do the better. A good actor should be able to do everything and nothing to fear.