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So You Want a Job in Film and Television? There Are Huge Numbers of Young People Competing for Very Few Jobs. It Is Difficult To So you want a job in film and television? There are huge numbers of young people competing for very few jobs. It is difficult to stress exactly how competitive film and television work is, but a good guide is that 9 out of 10 actors are out of work at any given time. Up until recently you had to be a member of the actor’s union Equity to get a professional acting job– and you were allowed an Equity Card only after you had worked professionally for some time. Thankfully this catch 22 situation no longer exists, although the film and television industry remains a very closed shop to all but the most dedicated and well connected. Only 6% of actors earn more than £30,000 per year. A recent survey found that nearly half of those working in the UK film and television industry earned less than £6,000 a year from the profession. Many actors and film makers work for very little, especially at the beginning of their careers. Most jobs are short term. Many experienced actors and film makers need to do other work to supplement their income. If you are you still interested in film and television work after reading the above information, then you clearly have the strong commitment necessary to begin a career in film and TV. However, commitment on its own is not enough. How can I get a career in film and television? You need specific training and experience in film and TV. Most of the careers below require formal training, usually in the form of academic courses. Entrance to courses will depend on relevant exam results at post-16, and auditions (for actors) Depending on your chosen career, you will also need experience in screen-acting or film- making. You should begin making films right now and start compiling material for your showreel. Your showreel is a vital piece of equipment for the actor and film-maker, showing future employees your skills and range. As your career progresses, your showreel will also develop, tracking how your skills and experience develop over time Whatever your chosen career in film and television, ACT 2 CAM is here to help you get to the next level, offering new skills, vital experience and showreel material to help you on your way to success. What is included in this pack? With more than 60 pages and more than 100 job descriptions and career paths in film and television, we hope you find this career pack useful. We have also included careers advice, tips for becoming a successful actor or film-maker as well as some links to useful websites. Please consider the environment and do not print out this document unless necessary (although please feel free to forward it to whoever you think may benefit from it!). If you would like to discuss any aspect of this career pack, please get in touch with us by email [email protected] or by phone 0191 2704255 1 Here is ACT 2 CAM’s list of top 10 tips on how to become a successful working screen–actor or film–maker: 1. Decide now if you really want to do screen–acting or film–making. You have to be dedicated. If you are, then read on. 2. Start getting experience in front of and behind the camera, right now! Build up a showreel of your work. Follow every opportunity to make films. The better the quality, the more professional you come across and the more likely you are to get noticed. 3. Enrol in a screen–acting or film–making classes. Join your local ACT 2 CAM group and MAKE FILMS NOW! Visit www.act2cam.com or www.thebigfilm.co.uk for more information. Get expert training on screen and behind the camera. Good actors and film–makers study their entire lives. Good classes are run by professional teachers and industry experts with enhanced CRB checks. 4. Seek out and mix with like–minded people. There are plenty of ambitious young actors and film–makers out there. Make opportunities to meet industry professionals whenever possible. "Who you know" is extremely important. 5. Promote yourself. Send your showreel and CV with a brief cover letter to all the casting directors and agents in your area. Follow up with postcards every four to six months, updating them on your current film projects. 6. Seek out work. Read the trade papers regularly, as well as online publications. The Stage, The Knowledge and Production and Casting Report are just 3 of the many resources out there. Make sure you know what is being filmed and where, and get your showreel directly to directors and producers whenever possible, requesting work. 7. Get yourself where the work is. Make sure you are in the right place at the right time. Find out about auditions and screen–tests in your area. Look out for film–festivals and media competitions. 8. Be realistic. Know that you can be successful even if you don't become famous. There are very many people wanting to get into in film and television. Do not expect too much too soon. 9. Persevere. Keep going, and believe in yourself. There will be times when you will need to ask yourself that question #1 again Is this what you really want? 10. Give yourself the best possible chance. The competition is huge, and the opportunities are few and far between. You have to make sure you have the experience, the skills and the showreel when that opportunity arrives. 2 Actor What is the job? An actor communicates a character and/or situations to an audience through speech, body language and movement. This usually involves interpreting the work of a writer under the instruction and support of a director, although some work may require the actor to devise a character or improvise the reactions of a character to a situation. Work varies enormously, from live stage performances of the classics and community theatre to soap operas, radio work and film parts. An actor's role may also involve education, training or therapy, as well as entertainment. An acting career inevitably incorporates periods of unemployment, underemployment and alternative employment. Work activities vary from actor to actor and even for the same actor, depending on the contract. However, activities include varying combinations of the following: • job seeking and networking; • liaising with an agent; • preparing for and attending auditions; • learning lines and rehearsing; • researching or undertaking activities to help prepare for a part; • discussing interpretation and delivery with company members and the director; • performing for a live audience; • performing in a studio or 'on location' for film, television, internet and radio broadcast; • doing voice-overs for advertisements or recording audiobooks; • managing the performance area, costumes and props; • undertaking activities associated with touring, such as driving a van, ‘get-ins’ and ‘get- outs’ at theatres (i.e. setting up and dismantling the performance area); • liaising with venue managers and accommodation providers; • keeping records for company managers; • working as a walk-on or extra for television or film. It is essential to realise that, on average, actors spend about 90% of their working life 'resting' (i.e. not employed as an actor), so it is important to have other ways of being occupied and generating an income. Skills Being an actor requires a range of skills, including: • Good stage, screen or vocal presence • The ability to enter into another character and engage with an audience • The ability to memorise lines • Good understanding of dramatic techniques • Having the confidence, energy and dedication to perform • Creative insight Typical career routes: Getting into acting almost always requires formal training, and this is usually in the form of academic courses at drama schools or performing arts centres. Different schools have different reputations and those with the best reputations are extremely competitive. 3 Many courses are similar to university degrees, entailing three years of full-time study although it is possible to take a one year postgraduate qualification if relevant previous study has been completed. The most popular courses are in acting, drama or musical theatre and acceptance depends on factors including: • Relevant exam results: A levels, GCSEs and BTEC diplomas in subjects such as English, Drama and Performing Arts • Auditions • Experience in amateur or professional acting Without these qualifications, the best option would be to pursue practical opportunities as much as possible, and participate in amateur productions, films and workshops wherever possible. Experience and building a CV is important in acting, although it is not everything and strong or appealing actors, especially younger ones, may find major roles without a huge amount of prior activity. Most actors do work steadily, though, and many see their work as a lifelong progression, using self discovery and internal reflection to improve their skills, broaden their repertoire and build their reputation. Some useful websites: www.act2cam.com www.thebigfilm.co.uk www.screenterrier.blogspot.co.uk www.talentcircle.co.uk www.mandy.com Some North East agents: www.ne14.tv www.samclaypolecasting.com www.kreativetalent.tv www.janetplatermanagement.co.uk Acting agents and casting directors prefer you to write to them rather than email, including your CV, headshot and showreel (if you have one). If you are under 18 please remember to take an adult chaperone to every audition, casting or work placement. For free advice on acting as a career, more details of agents and casting directors nationwide, or free audition and casting help, contact ACT 2 CAM on 0191 270 4255. ADR Recordist Automated Dialogue Replacement, also known as looping or dubbing. This is the critical process in film and TV whereby dialogue is recorded in a studio for any number of reasons: to replace existing production sound that is not usable either for technical considerations (usually due to a noisy location) or editorial ones (lines of dialogue have been changed); to add a voice-over to a film (often planned from the outset, but occasionally added at the last moment to help clarify a hazy plot); to add group voices not covered by production sound; to record dialogue for an animated production; or to dub the film into another language.
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