Tag: film
Acting on a Film Set During Covid 19
Learn what it is like being on a film set during Covid 19. How is it similar to normal times on a film set and how things are different.
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 […]
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 […]
Do This at an Audition and You Won’t Book the Job
If you do this at an audition, I know you won’t book the job. I recently recorded a home audition for a feature film. As I always do, I read all of the information about the project. What Should You Read Besides the Words in Your Sides? You want to see who is the casting […]
Some Lines Were Taken From Me – Here’s Why
I worked on a feature film and had some lines taken from me and given to other people. It is Easy to Feel Crushed Having lines taken away can feel awful. Don’t fall for the trap and begin feeling paranoid and have self doubts about your self worth and skills as an actor. You might […]
Don’t Ever Say This to Another Actor
Please, don’t ever say this to another actor. I was working on a feature film. The director decided to give the 6 principal actors one additional line that he quickly wrote. They were said rapid fire to another principal actor. One of the extras walked over to one of the principals and told her that […]
Do Actors Have to Memorize Lines for an Audition?
Do Actors Have to Memorize Lines for an Audition? By Aaron Marcus Written for BackStage Whether or not an actor has to memorize lines for an audition is a question I get asked all the time. It’s a pretty simple and straightforward one, but the answer can be complicated. If you’re told that the casting director […]
Didn’t Book the Job? That Might be a Good Sign. Here’s Why
Have you had an audition, thought your read was great and then you fond out that you did not book the job? Or, have you auditioned multiple times for the same show or casting director, never booked anything and figured they are not liking your read? It can be very frustrating. Watch this video and learn why […]
Didn’t Book the TV/Film Job? Maybe This is Why
You get excited because you are contacted about auditioning for a TV show or feature film. And, you should be excited. It is hard to get auditions. Actually, getting the audition is winning. And now you are thinking about how you can book the job. You should be excited about getting the film or TV […]
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip – Great Organization for Helping Veterans Get Film/TV Jobs
It can be difficult for Veterans to get a jump start and find work in the film and TV industry. Veterans in Film and Television is a great non-profit organization that helps Veterans get jobs in the film and TV industry. Here is the link for this organization vftla.org. If you know of any helpful organizations […]
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip: These Words From a Director Made Me a Better Actor
I was working on a film yesterday and these words from the director, completely changed my read. It is incredible how just a word or two from a great director can give an actor the information to make some important and interesting adjustments to his or her read. If you have ever been given some interesting […]
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip – If This Happens to You on a Set – Try This
If this happens to you while on a set, here is something you should try. Let others know if you have run into problems on a set and how you dealt with them.
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip – How to Prepare When Working With a Famous Actor
Here is one thing I always do before working with a famous actor.
Acting and Modeling Quick Tip – Would You Accept This Job?
Share your story here. Have you ever turned down an audition or a job?
Quick Tip Series With Aaron Marcus – Book a Training, Corporate or Educational Film
Training, Corporate and Educational Films can be a great way for actors to earn money and get great experience in front of a camera.
Quick Tip Series With Aaron Marcus – How Long Should Each Clip Be On Your Acting Reel
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Quick Tip Series With Aaron Marcus – Do You Know What Scale + Ten Means?
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How Athletes Can Get Cast In Film, TV and Commercial Projects (Vlog)
If you are an athlete and want to learn how to get cast in a film, TV show or commercial then you want to visit
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Hear This From a Casting Director, Your Not Booking The Job (Vlog)
If you ever hear these words from a director or casting director, you are not booking the job.
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