Author: Aaron Marcus
Aaron Marcus has been a full-time actor and commercial model for over 36 years.
His new book, How to Become a Successful Actor and Model is an Amazon Best Seller.
Aaron has given his seminar: "Book the Job" over 800 times spanning 3 continents.
He also offers online workshops.
Aaron saves 5 days each month to give private on-line coaching sessions.
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New SAG-AFTRA Self-Taping Rules Explained:
The new SAG-AFTRA self-taping rules Explained: What Actors Need to Know Now, you can easily learn exactly what you need to know about the new SAG-AFTRA self-taping rules. Both, experienced SAG-AFTRA members and actors who are just or want to get started in the industry should have this important information. Watch the video and get […]
Is Acting Work Dead? Here Are 3 Proven Tips That Really Work
Is Acting Work Dead? Here Are 3 Proven Tips That Really Work Is acting work dead for you? This happens to everyone, even well-known actors. It can feel easy to just give up and drop out of the industry. But, before you thinkof quitting acting, I want to tell you about three proven tips that […]
The TV Show That Made History: For The Wrong Reason
The TV Show That Made History: For The Wrong Reason Unfortunately, this TV show made history, but for the wrong reason. In this video I share my experience working on the 2013 TV show Do No Harm. This series was filled with incredible potential and a star-studded cast, including Steven Pasquale, Phylicia Rashad, Lin-Manuel Miranda, […]
Protect The World: Act In Training Films-Surprise
Protect The World Act In Training Films-Surprise In this powerful video, I describe how actors can protect the world when they act in training films. Actors can make a powerful impact on the world by acting in training films. These videos can raise awareness and teach very important skills. This gives actors the opportunity to […]
Make Your Acting Performance Powerful By Using This Technique
Make Your Acting Performance Powerful By Using This Technique Learn how to push your acting to deliver riveting acting performances when using this great technique. In this video, I share a really simple and easy method that I use quite often. It relaxes and easily allows me to emotionally connect to my character. Whether you’re […]
Don’t Ever Make These Self-Tape Mistakes: Casting Directors Hate Them
Don’t Ever Make These Self-Tape Mistakes: Casting Directors Hate Them Don’t Ever Make These Self-Tape Mistakes: Casting Directors Hate Them All actors, whether you are just starting or have been working in the industry for a while, you need to learn the most common self-tape mistakes that drive casting directors crazy—and how to avoid them. […]
Self-Tape or In-Person Auditions: Which is Better For Actors
Self-tape or in-person auditions: Which is Better For Actors Self-Tape Or In-Person Auditions: Which Is Better For Actors The acting industry has completely changed since the pandemic. Most, but not all, auditions are self-taped. However, there are some casting directors who still see some actors in their studios. And, some offer live virtual auditions. When […]
How to Overcome Audition Anxiety | Acting Tips for Confidence
Ever struggled with audition anxiety Watch this video and learn how to overcome audition anxiety and getacting tips for confidence. How to Overcome Audition Anxiety – Acting Tips For Confidence Struggling with audition anxiety is very common. There are many reasons actors feel nervous. In this video, I share actual tips, techniques and strategies that […]
6 Common Mistakes New Actors Make in Auditions
Watch this video and learn 6 common mistakes new (and even experienced) actors make in auditions. Are Simple Audition Mistakes Keeping You From Booking? One of key factors for beginning to act and having success is knowing how to audition. Without strong audition skills, it will be very hard to book jobs and even get […]
How to Begin Acting With Zero Experience
How to Begin Acting With Zero Experience Do you want to learn how to begin acting with zero experience? Breaking into acting and having success as an is hard. This is especially difficult at the beginning of your career. Most actors, like me when I started, have no idea what they should be doing. And, […]
What Actors Need To Know Before Signing Agency Contracts
What actors need to know before signing agency contracts What Actors Need to Know Before Signing Agency Contracts Are you considering signing an agency contract now or in the future? It’s crucial to understand specific details that can make or break your acting career. Many actors overlook critical elements in agency contracts, which can lead […]
Great Acting Job Led To An Unexpected Secret Clearance
I wasn’t a spy, but I did get a Secret Clearance A Great Acting Job Led to An Unexpected Secret Clearance I was booked for an educational film for the DIA. When I auditioned, I had no idea that a Secret Clearance was needed for this project. I had never heard of the DIA. It […]
Got Yelled Out On Set – Now You Can Avoid My Mistake
I Got Yelled At On A Set Now You Can Avoid My Mistake Got Yelled Out On A Set I was a bit shocked when yelled at on a set. However, when looking back, it became a valuable learning lesson for me. I was working as a stand-in and did something I should not have […]
Stop Using Ring Lights Incorrectly – The Right Fix
Stop Using Ring Lights Incorrectly When I first starting shooting home auditions, I was using ring lights incorrectly.I noticed that the ring light created round dots and circles in my eyes. I knew this would not look good for casting directors. And, I heard some casting directors say how distracting it was for them while […]
Crazy Thing I Did for This Insanely Unusual Job!
1 Crazy Thing I Did For This Insanely Unusual Job I have done many types of acting jobs. This might have been one of the craziestthings I did. It was an insanely unusual job. In my 40 years as a full-time actor, I have worked on TV shows, feature, independent, student and training films, TV […]
What You Need to Know About Actors’ Modified Local Contracts
What You Need To Know About Actor’s Modified Local Contracts All actors need to know about contracts. There are different types of acting contracts. In this video, you will learn about an actor’s local contract and a modified local contract. Every actor needs to understand what they mean and which one they should ask for. […]
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