Acting & Modeling Advice
7 Essential Acting Apps
Watch this video and learn about 7 essential acting apps and free programs that greatly help actors.
23 SIDE HUSTLE JOBS FOR ACTORS AND MODELS
Learn 23 side hustle jobs that are perfect for actors and models.
Begin Acting With These 3 Steps
You can begin acting with these 3 steps. This will help you if you have little to no acting experience. 1. HeadShots 1. To begin working as an actor or model, you need to create an acting headshot. In the video you will learn some essential ingredients that go into creating an effective headshot. Agents […]
When to Turn Down an Acting Job
In this video you will learn when to turn down an acting job. This can help your career and allow you to live a better life. When to Turn Down an Acting Job Actors need to know when to turn down a job. Sometimes, it is essential that actors turn down a job. Two Times […]
What Actors and Models Should Do If They Aren’t Paid For An Acting Or Modeling Job – 2 Suggestions
What should actors do if they aren’t paid after working on an acting or modeling job such as: a film, TV show, TV commercial, modeling or voice over job. In this video actors will learn 2 strategies to use to help get paid for the job. Actors will also learn what they should do if […]
The Acting Industry Has Changed – Here’s 1 Way That Will Surprise You
In the past year the acting industry has changed. Here is 1 way that will surprise you. There are quite a few new things taking place in the acting industry since Covid 19 entered our planet. Another Industry Change Not going to live auditions with a casting director and instead, shooting home auditions is one […]
HOW TO BOOK A RECURRING ROLE ON A NETFLIX SHOW
In this vlog, you will learn how Aaron Marcus booked a recurring role on the Netflix TV show House of Cards.
I Never Planned on Being an Actor
While growing up, I had absolutely no plans on being an actor. Even as a college student, watching TV shows, commercials and films were my only connection with acting. I actually studied music in college and stopped attending in order to perform as a full-time musician and songwriter. I toured for 7 years. After 7 […]
I Never Kiss and Tell – But This Time I Have To
I never kiss and tell, but in this situation I have to. When you are working on a film, you never know about the exact style, temperament or the way a director will be with actors. The director on a film leads and sets the the tone of the project. On a feature film the […]
What to Say to an Agent When Work is Slow
If you are an actor or model and finding that work is slow, what should you say to your agent to make things change? First, keep in mind, that everyone has slow periods throughout their career. If you happen to be fortunate enough to be a series regular on a show that runs for years, […]
Warning: Avoid this Acting Scam
Unfortunately in the acting and modeling industry, there are many people who prey on folks who have a dream. They know enough about the industry to tell you what you want to hear, but don’t have the knowledge, experience or contacts to turn your dream into a reality. Any acting scam and modeling scam is costly. […]
3 Steps to Getting More Acting and Modeling Jobs
As someone who has been a full-time actor and commercial model for over 30 years, I can unequivocally say it’s always best to have an agent help you find work. An agent is going to know more about the jobs happening in your market than anyone else. With that being said, it’s critical for actors and […]
Making Money While Pursuing Your Acting and Modeling Career
Becoming an actor and/or model is hard. Supporting yourself while you pursue your dreams of becoming an actor and/or model is even tougher. In this blog, I’ll share how you can find survival jobs so you can earn money for living expenses while you are auditioning and attending go-sees. Over my 30+ year career as a full-time actor […]
7 Steps To Getting More Acting Work
Every actor I know is always trying to figure out the magic formula to book more jobs. And while landing roles isn’t entirely about the money, if you are a full-time or even a part-time actor, every booking helps. Not knowing when your next job will happen can add stress to your life, and then […]
[Acting and Modeling Quick Tip] Don’t Ever Do This Without Asking
Whether you are on a set, at an audition or attending a go-see, never do this without first asking the other actor or model.
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip – What Does a Featured Extra Job Really Mean
What does it really mean to be a featured extra
Quick Tip Series With Aaron Marcus- How to Get Out of Town Bookings – Part 1
There are some specific things you need to know before trying to get out of town acting or modeling bookings
Quick Tip Series With Aaron Marcus – How to Deal With This Horrible Casting Situation Video Blog
I was called in to read for a film…
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