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Table work is an essential part of the acting process. First you need to understand the script before you can act it out. Beat by beat. Sequence by sequence.
Back when we were preparing for Peter Pan. A production of 35 children / teenagers and 15 adults.
In Thailand and looking for an acting gig? Here are the 5 biggest kinds of jobs you can get as an actor in Thailand.
1) International Movies
There are quite a number of international movies shooting in Thailand every year and if you get a chance to audition for it and get a part, go for it! For you as an actor, if you come from any Europen country or Asian country or African country or anywhere in the world, you have to reduce or train an accent.
2) Thai Dramas & Movies
While this may be an obvious statement, speaking Thai will definitely improve your chances of getting a role in Thai dramas or movies. If you speak Thai, it’s easier to communicate with the team and people on the set, and also for your part.
3) Voiceover
Voiceover work is big in Thailand. You can apply in big companies like Andovar, Echo and Voiceover Asia and they’ll take your voice sample, send it out to clients and select you accordingly. Voiceover jobs are available year-round.
4) Stunt Work
There’s a lot of stunt work going on not only in Thailand but from Thailand they may send you to India, Malaysia or China. So if you have some experience as a stuntman or you know martial arts; how to kick, how to fall, how to take a punch, all these factors go into place which helps you can get into stunt work. Stunt work is always available year-round as well.
5) TVCs
There are always some or the other TVCs shot in Thailand, but not necessarily only Thai TVCs. TVCs from all over the world are shot here because Thailand is such a great location. They are looking for all kinds of characters—whether you’re tall, short, fat, slim, doesn’t matter what color and all kinds of age groups. There’s always work available for TVCs if you’re looking for it.
So that wraps up the kinds of jobs you can get as an actor. Good luck!
If you’re looking for an acting gig here, we present to you a few guidelines on the kinds of acting jobs in Thailand you can pursue.
1) Events
One example of the kinds of acting jobs you in Thailand you can get is at events. You can get an acting gig for different kinds of events, different brands because they’re always looking for actors, good looking people with a good body, smooth-talking, and outgoing people to promote their brand. So if you do a little bit of networking, you can get events like that.
2) Plays
There are plays that are taking place in Thailand. Most of the plays are, well, voluntary which means you don’t get paid or get paid very little. But they are a very good way to get experience, put yourself out there and network. So take part in plays and show the people what you can do.
3) Corporate Roleplays
Like plays, there are corporate roleplays that are going on in and outside of Thailand. If you have any corporate experience, you should venture into corporate roleplays and earn good money. It’s always fun to be involved in such roleplays.
4) Photoshoots
Photoshoots is another example of the kinds of acting jobs in Thailand. If you have a little bit of character and a good look, there are always photoshoots for actors. That kind of work is quite lucrative and goes on all year.
5) Extra
Being an extra on-set is a job you can always do if you need a little bit of money. The money from being an extra will help you keep afloat as you keep pursuing your passion for acting. This is a hard business and getting a high paying job is pretty difficult. So, anything you can do to support your income, this is a good way to get involved and create a network.
There are many different ways to find jobs in the field of acting for films and TVCs. Here are some ways on how to find acting jobs in Thailand:
1) Facebook groups
The best way, also the most common way is through Facebook groups. There are a lot of Facebook groups where people share and post new projects and jobs in Thailand. If you search ‘acting Thailand’ and ‘casting Thailand’ on Facebook, you’ll find job postings that you can reply to, email to, and send your profile to.
2) Line groups
Similar to Facebook, there are different Line groups where people share jobs and you can find jobs. Though the problem with Line groups is that you need to be invited to them. Once you’re invited, you can easily view the job postings and apply to whatever jobs appeal to your liking. Though in order to be invited to the groups, you will need friends and connections who will invite you.
3) Establish Connection
Another way is that you need to have connections, build a network to find acting jobs in Thailand. So maybe go on Facebook, find some gigs and some information and then make connections there. Ask people to add you to LIne groups and that way you can find more jobs.
4) My website
Now, this is definitely self-promotion, but a pretty useful one. My website actors-thailand.com has a list of different agencies that are active. I recommend sending your profile to all of the agencies because you never know who can get you the job.
5) Network
Like anywhere else, network and connection are pretty important, especially in the acting industry. The bigger your network is, the more likely you are the hear about projects. Keep in touch with these people, and add them on Facebook to keep up with them and the projects that may be in the talks.
Networking is an important tool for a lot of things. And this stands for actors as well. Here’s why it’s important to network as an actor:
1) Projects
If you have connections and a network of people, you are more likely to hear about projects that other people don’t. For example, the stunt world is pretty small. So unless you’re in it or you know people in it, it’s highly unlikely that you’ll hear about projects. So very important if you want to be a stuntman to be involved in groups, be up to date with, and stay in touch with people. It’s the same for other kinds of acting work in the film industry. Sometimes there are projects going on that are secret that you can only find out through friends that are working on such projects. And they will tell you about it.
2) Stay up-to-date
Stay up to date on what’s happening. There are always new projects coming and going and to stay up to date with these things, you need to have strong connections. You need to build a network. Keep in touch with people: get their information, their email, their contact. And every now and then, text them to check up on how they’re doing and ask if there are any new projects.
3) Share Information
To maintain a good connection, things shouldn’t only be one way where you’re at the receiving end of getting information. You should also share information. People are very appreciative when you do that. If you give something, you will get something in return and that’s how the industry works.
4) Strong Network
Networking is the best way to get your name out there and to show that you’re available for projects. If you stay out of touch with people, they’re likely to forget you. So if you need to be active and continuously work towards building networks and maintaining existing ones that so it’ll help you propel your career.
So these are the reasons why it’s important to network as an actor. Good luck!
In Thailand, where there is no union and hardly any agents that will represent you or fight for you, it’s important to know your worth as an actor. Here are some pointers:
1) Minimum Wage
Think about what is the absolute minimum wage you want to work for. What is your minimum wage? Pick a number you’re comfortable to work with for one day on set and make that your minimum no matter what happens. Don’t go below that. This is one aspect of defining and knowing your worth as an actor.
2) Happy Rate
What is your happy rate? I call it the happy rate because it’s the rate you feel comfortable with. What’s the rate that makes you go on set and you really want to do your best? Think about your happy rate that’ll make you appreciate every minute you are on set. Everything you do, you do it happily and whatever they tell you to do, you just want to do it. Now that you have these two numbers, I want you to make your happy rate your minimum rate. Your happy rate is an indicator to know your worth as an actor.
And to do that, you need to invest in yourself. You need to invest time and maybe also money.
1. Work on student films
Working on student films is such a way to gain experience, get exposure, and get footage for your reel. Maybe you’ve done a few extra parts, featured extra, or done some supporting roles. But if you’re working on a student film, they’re desperate for actors. They need actors for their projects. Maybe you can get the main part or you can learn on set what it takes to get the main part because it’s very different from playing a featured extra or an extra.
2. Make your own projects
If you have time available, don’t waste your time sitting around and complaining that there’s are no jobs out there. Make your own project, write a script for yourself, and work with your friends. If you know some people who want to get into filmmaking, make a movie with them. Make short films. This is such a good way to build a reel and a good reputation. And to have something you can show is yours is a proud moment.
3. Join a theatre production
There’s a bank of community theatre out there that accept actors in their production. This is a great way to get experience as well as training because of the theatre productions that last several months. You get to know people and establish connections. It’s the first place I played when I came to Bangkok and the people I worked with back then are ones I’m still friends with. And we’re still in contact. They’ve been helping me out in business.
4. Workshops and acting classes
Join workshops and acting classes. When I first started out, I took so many workshops. There are free workshops out there, there are paid workshops out there and there’s so much to learn. Acting is a lifelong journey that you’re on. Be open, expand, don’t limit yourself. Learn new things. You have no idea where this journey is going to take you.
It all starts from knowing what you’re worth then upgrading yourself, investing in yourself, and getting better at what you’re doing. People will see your determination and they will appreciate it. It will benefit you. So don’t stop growing. Believe in yourself and know you’re worth it.
There is a lot of negativity that happens on set— whether it’s the food, the weather, working hours, or people. Here’s how to stay positive on a film set!
1) Identify people
To stay positive on a film set, you need to avoid people who are too negative. If you find someone who gossips all the time and spreads negativity, the thing to do is steer clear of them. Do that politely and just find a different spot to sit.
2) Find positive people
Find people are positive. There is always going to be someone who has a positive mindset. All you need to do is find them, then talk to them. It’ll make a difference because you can gain experience from them and also have your spirits lifted by their positivity. It’s a good start for when you have to get ready and film.
3) Make most of your time on set
On-set is such a good place to learn. You have so much time at hand and if you identify positive people who are willing to share their knowledge with you, that’s great. You can make most of your time by learning from others, whether it’s a new skill or making your acting reel or learning some new moves.
Another way to make most of your time on set is to take a book with you or a Kindle. Read and learn. There’s endless knowledge out there waiting to be leaned. Approach it. Embrace it. Consume it.
4) Think positive
Think about all the positive things that are going around you already. You’reon set. You’vemade it. This is what you really wanted. And so many people are working hard on set to make you shine. Appreciate them. See the A.D, the director, the cameraman. All the people behind that are doing their best to make you look good. And the best thing you can do is appreciate it, think positive, be positive, and let your light shine.
