If
a man has talent and can't use it, he's failed. If he uses only half
of it, he has partly failed. If he uses the whole of it, he has
succeeded, and won a satisfaction and triumph few men ever know. -
Thomas Wolfe
I
am writing this article for those countless talented actors who are
struggling to find their foot in Bollywood. I am aware of the fact
that all of them are out there pushing to get work, but success
eludes many of them. Breaking into Bollywood is a daunting challenge
for newcomers. If you're serious about becoming an actor, you need to
know how to promote and market your talent. Unless you have the money
to hire a public relations representative to run media campaigns for
you, it is up to you to move your foot forward and make yourself
known. It’s not only important to get your unique talents
discovered but then maintain a steady stream of work that keeps you
in the public eye.
How
do you promote yourself as an actor? What can you do to set yourself
apart from other fellow actors? The most important thing is to have
self-confidence. Always portray yourself as a successful actor even
if you don't feel like one yet. This doesn't mean that you lie,
pretend, or throw an attitude. It just means you should always show
confidence. If you come across as someone who knows your own value,
others will be more willing to put their trust in you. Agents want
clients who are performers. Casting directors want performers who are
reliable and in demand. So if you want to become an actor, park your
fear and anxiety at the door and let your self-esteem shine through.
Drop the word "aspiring" and introduce yourself as an
actor. Never undermine yourself with qualifiers, such as, "it
was a small role." Always have an interesting or dynamic answer
to the question, "what have you done lately?"
Today,
what really sets you apart as an actor is your Resume, it's the first
thing the industry professionals see. It would do all the initial
talking for you, try to make it one they’ll remember. One thing
that the industry professional looks on the actor’s resume is
training. It all begins with how well trained you are. Most actors
want to rush for in and start auditioning before they are really
prepared. Learning your craft and sharpening your skills are
important contributing factors on how far you will go in your career.
Headshots
are the major tool for actors to market themselves. It is important
to know about taking good headshots. It can be your first step
towards an audition. It creates the first impression that the
industry professionals will have of you. If your headshots are old
and outdated and doesn’t resemble you, it's time to get a new one.
The
whole purpose of your headshots is to get you the opportunities that
will create new ways to auditions and work. With a good headshot you
will be able to communicate who you are.
Internet
is quickly becoming a major source of information for everyone. You
need to create your website or blog, so that people know about you
and your talent. It works as a resource to make yourself known. Your
website is your face on the internet as people actually see the
website content before they see you. They are economical and
effective way of promoting your acting abilities. You always need to
keep it updated with your recent photos, videos and also write
something about your talent. it's
the source through which the industry professionals can contact you
therefore,
always provide updated information and contact details. Social media
networking is other way of promoting yourself.
