Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing/commercials in New York City

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Expert: - 7/5/2007


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I've been an extra and had small parts in movies as well as major parts in community theatre.  I have a full time job that I love and that gives me a flexible schedule and would like to use this flexibility to start a part-time career and audition for commercials.  Can you please tell me what steps should I follow?  THANK YOU for your help!  Sincerely, Al Trampa

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Ahh. I love NYC!  Get a copy of the Ross Reports (available on newsstands) and look for agents who represent actors for commercials.  Usually, there is some detail in there such as how to submit, or if they are looking for new talent.  You may need a professional actor's headshot and resume first - but once that's taken care of you're ready to audition either on your own through the trades or other resources, or through your agent (which I recommend).  
Good luck to you,
~Kitty

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Kitty Kavey

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I can answer questions from those looking to get into the fashion or commercial modeling industry. Specifically, the requirements, what is needed, how to find an agent, what they look for, how to avoid scams, the difference between what a commercial model does, and a fashion model, would travel/relocation be required, what is on a comp card and in your portfolio.

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Both my acting and modeling resume/portfolio is available online on my website. I am a member of the Screen Actors Guild, and also have available my actor's demo reel and voice-over demo online. I founded both the Florida-Models.com and Florida-Actors.com websites, which provide free modeling and acting info to the public. I have moved into directing, producing and screenwriting - and have won awards for my writing. I have worked in the industry as both a model and actress in Florida, New York City and Los Angeles until October 2007. I now reside in Europe.

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