Film actors portray characters in movies from big summer blockbusters to small independent art flicks seen only by those in the know. No matter the budget of the film or the role you take on, your job is to embody your character for the entertainment of audiences. If you’ve ever seen a movie, you probably already have a fairly good idea of what this job is all about. Film actors are people like Robert De Niro and Sandra Bullock (though, technically, if you’re female, then you’re an actress). Like these famous actors, you portray characters in movies ranging from horror to comedy to romance.
The roles you play vary: You could find yourself acting like a monster for one project, and then months later, you might play the romantic lead in another. The more diverse your skills are, the more likely you’ll get hired. Your work isn’t confined to filming, though. In fact, the job of a film actor starts way before filming, with the audition process. To get a part, you can work with a talent agent or you can audition on your own, but you want to get in front of a director or casting director to prove that you can act.
