How can I become an Actress on Disney Channel?

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How can I become an Actress on Disney Channel?

I'am a 13 year old girl that lives in Florida. I really want to become an actress on Disney Channel and I don't know how to become one.How can I become an actress on Disney Channel?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Here's the deal, you need training & experience, then you need an agent to get you the auditions. You do not need a manager until you have a career to manage otherwise there goes another 15% of your check for no good reason.

My advice is to get yourself into some classes and workshops, particularly on camera and improv, and get into some student films and local theatre productions. Build yourself a resume then get an agent.

If you want to find a legitimate agent to represent you for commercials, TV & film go to Sag.org. Use the dropdown menu on the right labeled 'resources' and choose 'agent information'. On the next screen, on the left choose 'Find a SAG franchised agent' and follow the directions. Luckily there are studios in Florida so it's an ok place to start.

Then you can send them your headshot, resume (whatever you have at the time & be honest!), and a cover letter stating that you are seeking representation and wait to see if they call you in for an interview.

Once you have an agent, they will get you the auditions, but until then you can check out actorsaccess.com. You can also see if your state has a film alliance. Sometimes they post audition information for projects filming locally. For theatre, you can go to backstage.com or http://www.actorsequity.org/castingcall/... If you find the audition on the Equity site, you still may be able to go, as long as their not taking appointments from equity actor's only :-) On backstage.com you have to pay to get all of the info, but the initial search is free and you may be able to see enough info to find out the rest on your own without paying.

I agree with NewYorkGal, that website does not look the least bit legitimate. Stay away from that. The only audition info Disney ever posts on their own site is for positions at their amusement parks (regular jobs, face characters, parade performers, etc.) TV & film auditions always go through Breakdown Services and get sent to agents every morning.

Good luck!