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Learn how to become a movie or tv extra in this free instructional video, with tips, tricks, & techniques for getting paid & agents, casting, auditioning, working in the sag, costumes, etiquette.
There are 14 videos in this series:
Get an introduction to how to get cast as a movie or TV extra and learn what to expect, in this free video guide to show business.
Learn how to choose a talent agent to get jobs as a TV or movie extra in this free video guide to acting.
Learn about SAG and other unions in this free video guide to getting a job as an extra in TV, commercials, or movies.
Learn tips on what to expect on your first job as a film or television extra, in this free video guide to becoming a star.
Learn what not to do as a tv or movie extra in this free video guide to show business.
Get tips on costume and wardrobe expectations when extras show up on the movie set in this free video guide to acting.
Learn about bringing your own wardrobe as an extra in this free video guide to acting.
Learn why showing up on time as a movie and TV extra is important, in this free video guide for actors.
Learn about location shoots in this free video guide to becoming a movie extra.
Learn tips for becoming a stand-in in this free video guide to acting for extras in film and television.
Learn what to expect as a stand-in in this free video guide to becoming a movie extra.
Learn how much money you can make as a TV, commercial, or movie extra in this free video guide for actors.
Learn how to tell if your acting agent is scamming you in this free video guide on how to become a movie or tv extra.
Learn about set terms you need to know when shooting in this free video guide to becoming a tv or movie extra.
Extras are the people who fill up the screen in a movie or television show, but don’t usually say anything. Most of the time, they are part of the atmosphere, adding to the believability and overall enjoyment of the story. Being an extra in a movie or on TV can be an exciting way to test the waters of show business, and help you determine if you really want to pursue a career in acting. Yet, it can be a complicated process if you don’t know where to start.
In the eyes of the director, an extra is a professional actor, an employee just like everyone else on set. There are certain things you need to know before you decide to try your hand at entering the world of film and taking a job as a movie extra. You might be able to use it as a launching pad to becoming movie star; but chances are all you’ll come away with are some fond memories and a little extra pocket change.
So you still wanna become a movie extra? Well then, what are you waiting for? Watch this free video guide for actors and get tips and techniques for getting a talent agent without getting scammed, doing union or non-union work, shooting on location, and showing up on time. Also learn about set etiquette and terminology, how much you can expect to get paid, and what to wear. Action!
Paul Louis & Rodney Smith Paul Louis and Rodney Smith are both professional actors who've known each other since the second grade. Born, raised, and trained in New York City, they have collectively worked in over 200 film & television productions from Miami to New York, either as extras or in featured and main roles. <BR /> dkdk
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