What many people forget about acting, is that it is extremely hard to make it to the top of any profession. The idea of ‘making it’ as an actor in most people’s minds involves becoming famous and being one of the most celebrated thespians of your time. However, those going into other industries very rarely think the same way – for example, for those in the police force, becoming an inspector is a very well paid and respected job, but still many rungs down the ladder from the comparable A-list.
Therefore, when it comes to acting, many people may need to change their perceptions of what ‘making it’ actually means. Anyone who can make a living as an actor, working in film, television, theatre or commercial has, in effect, ‘made it.’ It can be extremely hard, if not impossible, for the majority of people to reach the dizzy heights of fame and fortune, but it is extremely hard to find such fortune in any line of work.
To make it in acting, you do need a bit of luck, but also a great deal of perseverance. By finding out about as many casting calls as possible, the chances of you getting regular work will rise dramatically and the chances of you being able to make a living doing something that you love will rise proportionately.
Often, the difference between actors who are able to make good money and those who struggle to make ends meet will simply be knowing how to get the right acting auditions. Many agents will not be doing all they can for their clients and for those who want the best chances, looking for casting calls themselves will be a far better way of trying to secure regular work. Companies such as Audition Now, for instance, offer those aged 18 years and over the chance to receive texts relevant to them, informing them of upcoming castings (£1.50 per text, with a maximum of three texts per week). This puts actors in the driving seat of their own career, and gives them far more chance to ‘make it’ in a career they love.