Acting and Modeling

Things to consider acting and modeling:

As beginners gain more experience and get more training they will qualify for higher-paying jobs or roles. They also earn more in major markets, such as New York and Los Angeles and now Atlanta because more agencies and movie production companies operate in these states. Retail modeling and commercial acting assignments pay more in New York and Los Angeles, because living costs are higher in these two states. For example, a starting model or actor earning $40,000 in Atlanta would need to make $112,435 in New York to enjoy the same living standard, according to CNN Money's cost of living calculator. In Los Angeles, they'd need to earn $68,242 annually. So, don't think, you just 'jump' into these markets. Prepare yourself. You and your agent will know when you are ready.