The 7 Steps to Stardom: How to Become a Working Actor in Movies, TV, and Commercials

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 104 pages
• Published by: Applause Books; Pap/DVD edition April 1, 2006
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1557836787
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1557836786
• Book Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.3 inches
• Weighs: 11.2 ounces

Product Description
This easy to use workbook, including a two hour DVD, features the best practical information on making it in the entertainment business from Christina Ferra-Gilmore, the founder of one of Hollywood's leading acting schools, and produced by Wink Martindale, the legendary host of 19 TV game shows. Included is vital information on: * How to network * Finding an agent and avoiding scams * Making a living while looking for acting jobs and creating a budget * Taking appropriate headshot photos, with examples of good and terrible * Writing an actor's resume * The business side of acting * Developing your skills.

Reader Reviews
This book is really well put-together - easy to use. Some of the tips and suggestions may seem like no-brainers, but there are a lot of little things you may not think of when marketing yourself in the entertainment industry. Resumes, agents, your photo, Ferra-Gilmore breaks it all down and gets you to rack your brain for other attributes you can use. A reference/workbook in one, with a two hour DVD.