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How to Star in a Music Video

Today, a hit song is never complete unless it is accompanied by an awesome music video. Artists like Lady Gaga are known for avant-garde and enigmatic videos, while rappers are known for showing scenes of decadent parties. To star in such a music video, you don't necessarily need to have musical talent. To be a music video star, you need a good casting agency and, above all, the right look.

Things You'll Need

  • Head shot (professional picture)
  • Necessary Funds
  • Casting Agency
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Instructions

    • 1

      Research photographers who specialize in portrait photographs, or "head shots," for actors and models. Schedule an appointment to get a series of head shots taken.

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      Once the head shots are developed, pick the most flattering photo.

    • 3

      Write your profile, which is similar to a modeling resume. Include your height, weight, age, ethnicity, eye color, hair color and physique description (e.g., thin or curvy). Include body measurements as well as clothing and shoe size.

    • 4

      Add specific information about yourself to the profile, such as languages spoken, signature wardrobe or look, sports and other activities completed, and special skills, such as dance skills like hip-hop or ballet. Also add your telephone number so the agency can get a hold of you.

    • 5

      Research casting agencies in the area. Send out your head shot and profile to casting agencies, or go to the casting agency in person to drop off your profile.

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      Let the agency know when you are available to work.

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      Pack a bag proactively with clothes, make-up and necessary hair accoutrements, because if contacted by the agency to be featured in a music video, you may have to leave to shoot on location at a moment's notice.

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