Getting noticed in the world of acting has never been more difficult. It’s easy to get frustrated going to endless auditions, promoting yourself on social media, and attending networking events yet still coming up with nothing. Most likely, you crave what all actors crave: the ability to show your skills in a good role.
One trend I have seen explode on the festival circuit lately is actors taking matters into their own hands, both directing and acting in shorts as a vehicle to promote themselves. It’s an effective method and has opened doors for many actors. In the past, this was a much more expensive ordeal but with today’s low-cost cameras and easy access to editing software, creating a quality short is well within the range of many.
Here are five reasons directing your own short film can help your career:
1. You get to cast yourself in your dream role.Okay, it’s a short, so maybe it’s not your dream role but it will give you the opportunity to play to your strengths. Make sure to choose a project that shows the range you’ve been dying to showcase but haven’t had the chance to yet. This is your calling card and you are fully in control.
2. It’s a chance to hone your
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