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Aaron MarcusTake a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Aaron Marcus. Aaron is a veteran actor who has been in such acclaimed television shows as: Gotham, Mr. Robot, House of Cards, Rectify, Homicide: Life on the Streets, Halt and Catch Fire, The West Wing, Law & Order, and The Wire. In this episode, we chat about Aaron's odd route to becoming a commercial model, and how that led him to become an actor. He discusses some of the pitfalls in becoming a model and in becoming an actor. He gives a touching tribute to the late Andre Braugher, and then we jump into some nutty audition stories. Aaron shares a couple of stories about auditions, and so do I! Next we get into what Aaron's workshops entail, and why he does them. Naturally we cover his books: How to Become a Successful Commercial Model, and How to Become a Successful Actor and Model. He shares a fun story about auditioning for House of Cards an insane amount of times, before getting it. Finally, Aaron gives away some life changing advice he received from Tom Hank on the set of a recent film. Make sure you check out Aaron's website, books, and website!
Welcome to the Up2Me Radio Show with your Host Gabby G and today's special guest Mr. Aaron Marcus, America's Premiere Acting & Commercial Modeling Career Coach. About Aaron: Aaron Marcus has been a full-time actor and commercial model for nearly 3 decades. He has been cast in over 1,200 TV and radio commercials, corporate films, feature films, television and print ads. Aaron has created an amazingly helpful workshop called, The Best Way to Get Work as an Actor and a Commercial Model.Aaron Marcus' book, How to Become a Successful Commercial Model, is considered to be the most complete and informative book for anyone wanting to work in the commercial modeling and acting industry. His book is now in its 5th edition. www.howtoactandmodel.org The opinions expressed during this radio broadcast are for inspiration, information and entertainment purposes. This show is a production of Atlanta Life Radio and to learn more visit us at www.atlantaliferadio.com
Aaron has been a full time actor and commercial model for over 27 years. To date he has booked over 1,200 acting and modeling jobs. He is the Author of How to Become a Successful Commercial Model, now in its 5th edition, and Founder of HowToModel.com. Aaron has given over 500 workshops and private coaching sessions in person and online.
Life's Issues with Lloyd Rosen with his guest Aaron Marcus & Hailey Rose: Aaron Marcus has been a full-time actor for nearly 30 years. He has been cast in 1,223projects to date. He was cast on the TV shows, Gotham, Do No Harm, Law & Order, Rectify, The Wire, West Wing, Homicide as well as film projects such as Philomena, Eugene, Project Almanac, A Modest Suggestion and Burn After Reading.You have seen Aaron in commercial projects such as: AT&T, McDonalds, Marriott, Crayola Crayons, K-Mart, Lifesavers, Nationwide and Disney World.Aaron Marcus has written “How to Become a Successful Commercial Model,” (now in its 5th edition). This book is considered by many to be the most important book on commercial modeling, and can be seen and ordered on Aaron's site, www.HowToModel.com. Aaron has given his seminar: Book the Job over 500 times in five countries. Jennifer Cummings AKA Hailey Rose Barrett is a 1985 college graduate. She has been in Health Care for 30 years and is currently a Clinical Nurse Educator and a Certified Diabetes Educator in South Florida. She has two adult children and lives with her husband downtown Miami. She is passionate about health and wellness and encourages individuals to be the navigator of their life. An inspirational true story about my life and the dramatic and challenging events that forced me to "change lanes" in life.
Industry Leaders from the world of Beauty & Fashion providing thought provoking insights from Inspiring minds. Guests are interviewed on their experiences in both Fashion and Beauty and offer the Beauty Fashion and War audience guidance, wisdom and candor Vanessa Helmer Bio International model scout and agent Vanessa Helmer has 30 years experience scouting, developing, managing and placing models with the world’s top international agencies. She has owned several successful agencies and is the owner and founder of ModelScouts.com. Vanessa has placed models with many of the world’s top modeling agencies including Elite Models, IMG Models, Ford Models, Wilhelmina, New York Models, L.A. Models, Next Management, Q Model Management, Fashion Management, Joy Models, Marilyn Agency, Models 1, Metropolitan Models, Louisa Models and many more. Her discoveries have appeared in all the major magazines including Vogue, Glamour, Harper's Bazaar, W, Numero, GQ, Details, Cosmopolitan, Elle, InStyle, and Seventeen, and have worked for the most prestigious clients including Armani, Gucci, Valentino, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Coach, Prada Chanel, Burberry, YSL, Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria’s Secret, Cover Girl, Clairol, Disney, CBS, Bravo, and Project Runway. Throughout Vanessa’s 30 year career she has managed the careers of hundreds of fashion and commercial models, male models, petite, plus size and child models, and fully understands the various aspects of the modeling industry from portfolio development, contract negotiations, the relationships between international and mother agencies, travel arrangements, overseas accommodations, work visa's in foreign countries, and much more. With the internet booming and an influx of modeling websites run by individuals who had never worked in the modeling industry, Vanessa realized a need for a safe, legitimate, and affordable way for new and experienced models to be seen by reputable model agents and industry professionals. So, in 2001 she developed and founded the online model scouting company ModelScouts.com. By offering aspiring models an opportunity to be seen by top modeling scouts, agents, and industry professionals in a secure, confidential, and inexpensive way, ModelScouts.com has grown to become the top choice of new and experienced models, including America’s Next Top Model Winner Nicole Linkletter and other ANTM Finalists, who are looking to begin or expand their careers into international markets. Education: Vanessa studied Law at Northwestern California University School of Law and Canadian Law and Business Administration at Athabasca University. She is a graduate of Hollingshead Business College and has a degree in Fashion Merchandising. Vanessa has also studied Business Management, Information Systems and Computer Applications, and Fine Art and Humanities through various independent programs. Professional Memberships: Member of the Better Business Bureau - A+ Rating Awarded the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for 10 Years of Ethical Business Practice New York Chamber of Commerce Managers and Models Association (M.A.M.A.) Charities: Vanessa is active in and supports numerous animal rights charities including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA), World Wildlife Federation (WWF), The Humane Society of the United States, Sea Shephard and others. Must Read’s: How to Become a Successful Commercial Model by Aaron Marcus Look Inside on Amazon - Click Here Description: You don't have to be tall, thin and beautiful to see yourself in newspaper, catalog, poster or billboard ads. Thousands of beautiful and real looking people are cast as commercial models throughout North America -- and they earn up to $250 an hour. This cookbook for commercial modeling will teach you the 10 things all successful actors and commercial models must know: -- The differences between agents, managers and casting directors -- The best and safest way to get children started in the industry -- How to use special techniques for go-sees (the audition for models) -- The best way to prepare before a photo session -- How to create attention getting head shots and composite sheets, etc. This book will save you years of trial and error. The author, Aaron Marcus, shares with you the information that has gotten him over 1100 acting and modeling bookings so far. Favorite T.V. Show: Silicone Valley, HBO http://www.hbo.com/silicon-valley#/ Description: Silicon Valley is an American television sitcom created by Mike Judge, John Altschuler, and Dave Krinsky. The series centers on six young men who found a startup company in Silicon Valley.The series premiered April 6, 2014, on HBO, airing on Sundays at 10:00 pm (Eastern Time). Technology That Rocks! Favorite iOS App: Strava View iOS Stava App On iTunes - Click Here http://www.strava.com/running-app Description: Strava GPS Cycling and Running App Strava lets you track your running and riding with GPS, join Challenges, share photos from your activities, and follow friends. Social Media Links: Website: http://www.modelscouts.com Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/modelscouts Google +: https://plus.google.com/108474057797690011420 Model Scouts (Google +): https://plus.google.com/102809038928029572340 MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/model_scouts Twitter: http://twitter.com/modelscouts_com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MODELSCOUTScom Phone: (888) 888-0512 - Toll Free Email: vanessa@modelscouts.com
Aaron Marcus has been making my living as an actor and a commercial model for nearly 3 decades. To date, I have been booked over 1,200 times. You have seen him on various projects including Law & Order: CI, Burn After Reading, The Wire, Do No Harm, Rectify, commercials for McDonald's Red Roof Inn, and modeling jobs for Molson Beer and Hertz. Aaron also wrote the "Bible" for the commercial modeling industry "How to Become a Successful Commercial Model", now in its 5th edition. Aaron has also given over 500 "The Best Way to Get Work as an Actor and Commercial Model" workshops in four countries so far.
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Aaron has been a full-time actor and commercial model for nearly 3 decades. He has booked over 2,000 acting and modeling jobs to date. He is the founder of howtomodel.com, author of How to Become a Successful Commercial Model (now in its 5th edition), and hosts a monthly Book the Job acting and modeling Webinar.
Aaron has been a full-time actor and commercial model for over 27 years. To-date he has booked over 1,200 acting and modeling jobs. He is the Author of How to Become a Successful Commercial Model, now in its 5th edition, and Founder of HowToModel.com. Aaron has given over 500 workshops and private coaching sessions in-person and online.