How do I become a screen actor
Get qualified to work as a screen actor with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
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Common questions
Salaries for screen actors in Australia are usually dictated by how many roles you secure each year — the Labour Market Insights website (published by the Australian government) indicate an average salary of $2,100 per week ($109,200 per annum) for actors.Please note: These are median figures for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.
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There are currently around 5,400 actors working in Australia right now, there are no clear figures for how many of these are employed as screen actors.
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Screen actors are highly skilled artists who have developed the craft through intense study and training. Get started in this exciting career by completing the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media or the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting). Many aspiring actors also take regular acting classes in their local area and gain supporting qualifications in music, dance, martial arts, foreign languages, filmmaking, and memory development.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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Screen Actor careers
Screen actors are creative entertainers who portray different characters in film, television, and mixed-media productions. While a lot of attention is directed at the filming process, screen actors also spend time reading scripts and carrying out research into their roles, characterisations, and overall theme of the films. As an actor you will be learning lines, rehearsing cues and movements, gaining specialist skills for a role (eg, accents), and working with directors and production crews. It’s busy, but very exciting.
