Hello! I'm so excited to be working as an extra for Dexter this Friday.
So... I KNOW that it is not really a career-advancing thing, and I'm mostly doing it because I want to see the process of this show (it's a favorite). Additionally, I need some extra money (pun is unintended) because this country's healthcare system is just not great.
That being said, we have all heard stories about people getting bumped up. Am I delusional and think that will be me for sure? Nah, I am more prepared to just be herded around for hours. However... what's the best way to better my odds in this situation?
I'm normally a quiet person, is it better to just keep my mouth shut, or to kind of fight to be in areas that are more on camera than others. I feel like this job often involves balancing between being a squeaky wheel and keeping your mouth shut.
Additionally, I am a baby actor when it comes to film, but I've worked union jobs for theatre, so please be kind 😄 I sometimes see hopefuls get talked down to, but I (and the IRS) consider myself a professional actor - this is just a different type of acting.