How to Become An Extra In A Movie

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By mattrat3000
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Finding movie work is hard. However, if you are looking to increase your resume with movie experience, then read the following tips.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Go to Barnes and Noble and buy a book that will help you become a "working actor". You can find books that will tell you directors and agencies that deal particularly with extras.
Step 2

Create a resume and an attractive looking headshot. Send these to all the directors you can to further increas your chances of being selected.
Step 3

If there is a phone number offered call up the agencies and see if you can get an interview time. If you do, attend your interview day. They will want to know everything about you; height, weight, hair color, age, sex, etc.
Step 4

Be prepared to do a skit on the spot. They may just give you a dialogue and ask you to perform it. Make sure when you come to your interview that you arrive early. This looks good, especially if someone else shows up late.

Tips & Warnings

Behave professionally and thank them for their time
Remember that they need you just as bad as you need them. AKA Don't do your work for free.
Make lots of friends, they can help you find more jobs.
Don't wander onto the set... this is a very big mistake.