Acting in Commercials

Acting in Commercials

Author: Joan See

Publisher: Back Stage Books

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780823088027

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Professional actors covet opportunities to act in commercials because of the potentially high income and visibility. But commercials require an acting style that is specific to the medium. This updated volume explains how to adapt one's acting skills to the needs of brief and persuasive commercial scripts. 16 illustrations.


You Can Work On-camera!

You Can Work On-camera!

Author: John Leslie Wolfe

Publisher: Heinemann Drama

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13:

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This book provides much-needed training for actors aspiring to work in a range of media, including television commercials, corporate films, and video communications.


The Keys to Commercial Acting

The Keys to Commercial Acting

Author: Stuart Stone

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2015-12-15

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781517705213

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This book is about how to get cast in commercials - plain and simple. Whether you are a seasoned commercial actor, an industry newcomer or the parent of a child actor, the advice in this book will be invaluable in teaching you how to navigate the industry to land more jobs. In this book, acclaimed veteran casting director Stuart Stone shares his insights and experience from behind the camera to help you attain your commercial acting goals. Stuart's inspiring words and no-nonsense approach make this book a must read.


I Booked It

I Booked It

Author: Judy Kain

Publisher: Keep It Real Acting

Published: 2015-09-15

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 9781938620133

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What is the Secret to Booking a Commercial? This book will teach you all the techniques you need to Book It! Learn how to have a winning slate Master the art of the personality question Discover your unique choices in every spot Handle nerves, making that an asset, not a liability Nail the callback Tips on how to market yourself Know who you are in commercials and much, much more! Learn from the award-winning teacher, coach, and actress who has BOOKED over 375 commercials"


Acting in Commercials

Acting in Commercials

Author: Joan See

Publisher: Back Stage Books

Published: 2011-11-16

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 0307799514

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Every actor knows that working in commercials is lucrative. But many actors, trained primarily for working on the stage, have mistaken ideas about this field and lack essential on-camera experience. Now in an updated and expanded edition, Acting in Commercials is the only resource that fills all the gaps in the performer’s knowledge of this demanding medium. Invaluable for its insight into the craft as well as the business of acting, it tells you how to prepare for commercial auditions and, once you’ve landed a job, how to deliver the most expressive on-camera performance—leading to more work and success in a competitive field. Author Joan See illuminates all the secrets she has learned while appearing in hundreds of commercials over the past thirty years. She shows you how to approach five distinctly different commercial forms and explains the specific acting techniques to employ in each. In fact, Acting in Commercials will take you beyond commercial work, sharpening all your acting skills for a broader film and television career.


How to Become a Successful Actor and Model

How to Become a Successful Actor and Model

Author: Aaron Marcus

Publisher: Marcus Institute

Published: 2016-03-11

Total Pages: 171

ISBN-13: 0965358534

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Have you ever dreamed about becoming an actor or commercial model but had no idea how to get started? Or, how to take your current career to the next level? Do you live in a small market and think there is no work available, can't find an agent or afraid of being scammed? Actors and commercial models of all ages and sizes, beautiful and real looking, are cast for magazine, newspaper and billboard ads and in TV commercials, films and TV shows. From getting discovered to landing your dream audition and role, How to Become a Successful Actor and Model is the ultimate step-by-step, no luck required guide to becoming a successful actor and model. For over 34 years, Aaron Marcus has worked as a full-time actor and commercial model, booking over 1,250 jobs. Some of his many bookings includes: Gotham, House of Cards, Heart of Life, Irresistible, Thespian, Philomena, Halt and Catch Fire, Project Almanac, The Wire and Do No Harm. He has taken all of the strategies, techniques and lessons he has learned over his career and boiled them down into a simple, sensible, engaging, and fun approach to how actors and models can book the job! This book explains how he did it, and how you can too. Aaron teaches you, in a practical, honest, and economical way, his secrets and strategies for getting started and succeeding no matter where you live. Aaron has written this book to not only help those wanting to break into the industry, but also to help those actors and models who want to take their career to the next level. The chapters in How to Become a Successful Actor and Model are: 1. What is Commercial Modeling? 2. Preparation for Commercial Modeling 3. Head Shots 4. Resumes 5. Composite Sheets 6. Makeup 7. Finding a Good Agent 8. How to Get Work 9. How to Work as a Professional Model 10. Auditioning (Including – How to Shoot Home Auditions) 11. The Realities of Being a Full-time Actor and Model 12. Now What Do You Do? 13. Resources **Bonus** Free list of over 500 agents (agents from every state in the U.S.) and in other countries as well


The Ultimate Commercial Book for Kids and Teens

The Ultimate Commercial Book for Kids and Teens

Author: Chambers Stevens

Publisher: Sandcastle Publishing LLC

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781883995133

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The Ultimate Commercial Book For Kids and Teens: The Young Actors? Commercial Study-guide! provides 6-18 year-olds with true-to-life comedic and dramatic commercials, all 100% tested by working young actors. It is packed with detailed descriptions of how to increase your presentation's impact, whether preparing for a class assignment or professional commercial audition. This includes training, preparation, and materials such as resumes, photos and classes. +150 original commercials are included for practice. Interviews with six Hollywood 101 insiders, all currently working industry experts provide tips on making your presentation stellar. Also includes Stevens? list of Presentation Do's and Dont?s, example agent query letter, a glossary of industry terms, and info. on where to get work permits. This book is meant to be read by the young performer who is searching to improve is presentation/commercial audition skills.


Acting in the Million Dollar Minute

Acting in the Million Dollar Minute

Author: Tom Logan

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 9780879103071

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This guide deals exclusively with acting in commercials, covering script terminology and procedure, commercial dialogue, camera staging, working the product, training, photos, unions, and actor-agency contracts, and also provides a complete list of SAG and AFTRA offices.


The Science and Art of Acting for the Camera

The Science and Art of Acting for the Camera

Author: John Howard Swain

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2017-07-31

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 1315309017

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The Science and Art of Acting for the Camera provides a precise yet practical approach to help unlock the mysteries of acting for film and television. Written by veteran actor, producer, and director John Howard Swain, the book offers a clear-cut, no-nonsense technique that equips aspiring or working actors with the necessary skills to succeed on camera. The technique teaches you how to build multi-dimensional characters; construct truthful and exciting relationships; ignite stimulating emotions; craft a series of discoveries guaranteed to energize your work; and much, much more. The book also provides instruction for actors working in commercials—from slating, to the dreaded "tell us about yourself" interview, to nailing "the tag" and embracing the cliché—and supplies sample commercial copy for students to practice.


Breaking Into Commercials

Breaking Into Commercials

Author: Terry Berland

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 9781935247098

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Every year, over 60,000 commercial roles for all ages, physical types, and ethnic backgrounds are cast by ad agencies, producers, directors, and casting directors across the country. Breaking Into Commercials will show you what it takes to get one of those roles and give you an edge over the competition.This essential guide provides untapped opportunities in regional markets and abroad, and shares valuable insights into developing a competitive edge. In Breaking Into Commercials, you'll discover how to • Get the best headshots • Create a résumé and cover letter that opens doors • Find a good agent • Fine-tune your craft • Give auditions that result in more callbacks and jobs • Prepare for commercial shoots • Make the most of working in regional markets • Move from regional to major markets • Break into voice-over work • Cross over from modeling to commercials • Launch your child's commercial career.A glossary of industry terms rounds out this comprehensive text on breaking into the lucrative field of acting in commercials.