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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3 Ways to Find Photographers Near You
If you are living in a small market, you might not know that there are ways to find photographers near you. Actors and models will be surprised to learn that you can find very talented photographers, and not just an older sister who likes to take photos in the backyard. A Great Organization There is […]
Should Actors Write Their Own Monologue?
I have given many private online mentoring sessions and the question that I frequently get is “Should they write my own monologue?” It is true, you want and need to be able to connect with your monologue, so writing from you personal experiences can be extremely helpful. You Probably Should Not Write Your Monologue Here […]
1 Thing to Do When Auditioning for a Comedy, Don’t Be Funny
I just auditioned for a great TV show that is a comedy. I knew that the 1 trick for giving my best read was not to be funny. What is Happening in the Scene In the first scene, I am talking to one of the stars of the show. He is saying absolutely hilarious and […]
5 Secrets to a Great Modeling Go-See
Learn how to prepare before attending the model’s audition, a go-see.
Maybe I Shouldn’t Have Said This to an Actor
Maybe I shouldn’t have answered this actors question this way.
What You Should and Never Wear to an Audition
Some actors will wear anything to an audition. They don’t want to look desperate, so, instead of looking the part, they wear whatever they want for the audition. They think that the casting director knows what a doctor looks like, and they only want to see if you can act. I am not necessarily thinking […]
This Can Blow Up Your Career – In a Bad Way
The acting and modeling industry can be frustrating at times. If you are not really savvy, there are ways you react to situations that can blow up your career – in a bad way. I had a situation with an audition and call back for a TV show that was very frustrating. I felt angry […]
3 Things Actors Can Do to Increase Their Chances of Booking a Job
There are 3 things actors can do to help their chances of booking an audition.
What Does it Mean When an Actor Is Pinned
What does it mean when an actor gets pinned? I was invited to audition for a TV show by the same casting director who had me read for the recurring role I booked on the Netflix show House of Cards. It is Not a Fluke You are brought back to read for other projects because […]
I Had a Horrible Experience
I had a horrible experience on my way to an audition and a booking on the same day. I decided to take the bus to New York for an afternoon modeling job. It is not how I like to travel, but it is convenient and easier than driving in traffic. The day before my shoot, […]
You Won’t Believe the Booking I Had
A few weeks ago I received an email from a promotional company. They normally hire people to hand out items in stores or bring people to a booth at a convention. This one was different, and you won’t believe the booking I had. I Did a Similar Job Many Years Ago Many years ago I […]
This Can Be Devastating – and it Happened to Me
I recently had a few companies ask me to help them find actors and models for various projects. I ran into a devastating situation and I want to make sure it does not happen to you. Tried Reaching Out Actors and models on my mailing list who were right for the roles, received audition emails. […]
She Really Disappointed Me
To be honest with you, I had someone really disappoint me recently. As you probably know, I offer private online mentoring programs This has allowed me to help people break into or advance their acting and modeling career. By working online, I am able to help folks from literally around the world. This is something […]
Keeping These Records Can Make You a Lot of Money
It is essential that both actors and models keep great records. Knowing what jobs you have done can help make you a lot of money. I find that especially for pharmaceutical and insurance ads, clients need to know what other jobs you have done for companies in those industries. They need to know that you […]
Folding Laundry Will Help You Memorize Your Lines
I know this sounds crazy, but folding laundry will help you memorize your lines. There are many memorization techniques. Every actor has his/her own style that works best. But, even after going over your lines many times, it is crucial that you do a test to see if you really have your words down, by […]
To Dye or Not to Dye (your hair) That is the Question
Whether you are thinking about dyeing your hair or even if that does not effect you, you want to watch this video. There is so much uncertainty about whether having grey/white hair will help ones acting or modeling career. That is a complicated question to answer. For years I knew that my younger looking face […]
I Felt Really Bad About This
I did not book a TV commercial and felt really bad about it. I know, I know, I always tell the students I mentor or during my workshops that after the audition, critique it, celebrate that you had an audition and got through it, then let it go. I know but!!! Still, I spent over […]
Why Today Was the Perfect Day to Get My Haircut
Today was the perfect day for me to get my hair cut. When you watch the video you will learn why today was the right day to change my look and get my hair cut. Never Cut Your Hair Until After You Learned That You Didn’t Book the Audition In This video you will […]
4 Things That Will Help You Book the Job
There are 4 things you can do that will help you book the acting or modeling job. I had a great opportunity to help other actors get booked for a few industrial films. I was asked by some people whom I had done some films for in the past, if I could find actors for […]
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