The Actor's Career Bible

Based on a huge range of interviews with actors of all backgrounds at every level of the profession, industry experts, key organisations, casting directors, agents, producers, directors and many others, this Guide covers all the essentials as well as sharing exclusive inside knowledge

Whether you're a recent graduate, a young actor or an experienced professional, The Actor's Career Bible will help you kick-start or reinvigorate your career in an industry famous for its high levels of competition

This in-depth Guide will show you how to cope with the pressures and strains of being an actor and offers easy-to-follow advice on how to improve your chances of success

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

PROBLEM-SOLVING PROCESSES:

1. Understanding the Industry
2. What is 'Success'?
3. Working Out Where You Are Right Now
4. Planning for Success

CREATING A PERSONALISED PLAN:

5. Developing the Right Attitude
6. Getting the Best from an Agent
7. Self-Promotion
8. Networking
9. Acting Skills
10. Auditioning
11. Specialising
12. Dealing with Unemployment
13. Sorting the Practicalities
14. Building on Success