Acting in LA

[chevelle]

So, is LA all about connections, luck, or talent? I have always wanted to move out there and attempt to make a career for myself. I have modeled in NYC and Miami, so i know all about the modeling business, but Hollywood is a different kind of animal. I can't really find any information, other then people writing about negative experiences.

Does anyone have any tips or advice to share? How do you get an agent, how do you find out about casting calls. etc.? I would be happy doing television commercials, but have no idea where to even begin?

 

[organizedconfusion]

I'd say it's about a little of all of that.Who you know,where you're at and just being in that scene all helps.

have you ever done any theater or drama? alot of the best have started there.It always looks good on your credentials.Go on IMDB.com and check out some of your favorite actors background and history,it may give you an idea of what they had to go through and further motivate you.

Drama programs are pretty cool and if you have the balls to do theater,it'll really get you ready for something like acting.No retakes, no mistakes, you're onstage and all eyes are on you!
I thought about it also but i have too much on my plate right now..
check it out,you never know!

 

[CLOONEY]

So, is LA all about connections, luck, or talent? I have always wanted to move out there and attempt to make a career for myself. I have modeled in NYC and Miami, so i know all about the modeling business, but Hollywood is a different kind of animal. I can't really find any information, other then people writing about negative experiences.

Does anyone have any tips or advice to share? How do you get an agent, how do you find out about casting calls. etc.? I would be happy doing television commercials, but have no idea where to even begin?

If you have modelled in NYC and Miami, you should be well aware of how to find an agent (Doing TV commercials, comes from the modelling industry, generally speaking).

You will need both connections AND talent. Or a whole heap of talent, perseverance and dedication. Not to mention, self belief.

I have modelled, and dont a tiny bit of acting, have to say, I hate doing it all. Since a lot of modeling is acting anyways. One of the most boring and annoying things to do I beleive. Fast easy money, but the chances are few and far between.

 

[chevelle]

Actually, i am not looking to sign with a modeling agency. I would like to get an actual agent. There is a huge difference between signing with an agent and signing with a modeling agency. I do understand that most modeling agencies deal with commercial modeling.

I agree with you, the money is fast and in abundance, but you actually have to book jobs in modeling--or you starve.

What agency were you with? Maybe we ran into each other? I have lived/been everywhere.

 

[CLOONEY]

Actually, i am not looking to sign with a modeling agency. I would like to get an actual agent. There is a huge difference between signing with an agent and signing with a modeling agency. I do understand that most modeling agencies deal with commercial modeling.

I agree with you, the money is fast and in abundance, but you actually have to book jobs in modeling--or you starve.

What agency were you with? Maybe we ran into each other? I have lived/been everywhere.

I have worked with Elite, but mostly it is work for companies I have been approached by. Not signing with one agency. I did just random jobs, not consistant castings. I hated it, and try to avoid doing it as much as possible, unelss its to help someone out.

I know a few people who do it through agencies, most through Elite, and you get paid well, for little time, but the chances are definately not in abundance. Its hard to get work and you dont get work consistantly. I couldnt stand to be in the industry as a full-time job, unless your the absolute best, your really wasting your time.

I did it in Australia, not in the States.