I'm gonna try to write a lot of helpful stuff for people who are interested in becoming an actor in the next few weeks, but tonight I've got a hankering to give a big thank you to my best friend Tim Sparks.
Tim's a super professional short film director/writer/editor who has graciously allowed me to hang out with him when he's making a film. Ya, I try to help him out, but I'm fairly confident that he'd be able to get thing done by himself.
If it wasn't for Tim I wouldn't have a chance with all this film stuff. I have no talent when it come to using a camera, or what to do with a boom mic, but Tim does. I know absolutely nothing about editing, lighting, or script format, but Tim does.
What I'm trying to get at, is you need to surround yourself with people who want to help you. Surround yourself with talented people, and work your ass off. When it comes time to build a set; get after it. When something happens to a person or prop, don't wine about it, get it fixed. If there's something you can do to help make the process move a little smoother, do it, but try not to be stepping on anyone's toes.
Tim and I started making films together and I've been fortunate enough to be able to ride on his coattails. We're great friends, and enjoy being around each other. The crew we've em-massed are all hardworking, talented individuals... and me. Just kidding. I pull my weight when it comes to getting things done, and I feel like my acting skills are pretty good.
I hope this has been helpful and that you'll leave a comment or something to get remembered by. Just remember to work hard, and people will want you to be around for their next film, and there's always a next film.
Thanks and have a great day!
Clint Stewart
Check out Tim's work at Vimeo.com/sparksbros or http://www.sparksbros.com/
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