In addition to the work necessary for a particular role, Actors must always be preparing for their next job, as the nature of this profession is typically one of inconsistent work. Should an Actor gain a level of success or notoriety, they may also need to be present for promotional events and media tours to market their film or other project. While the life of an Actor will likely entail more time and commitment than the average nine-to-five job, an important part of this career is learning how to set personal boundaries. For instance, it’s easy to spend an entire week learning lines or otherwise preparing for a role to the exclusion of their other day-to-day needs until that meeting or audition has happened.
