Doing porn acting may sound exciting, but there’s more involved than stripping naked for a camera. Prep work and commitment are essential, along with financial considerations – taxes, agency fees (10-15 percent), accommodation (Los Angeles is expensive) as well as shots, pills and lube must all be factored into expenses for success in this business. Unfortunately, the average actress won’t typically make much more than PS3,000 per year from acting gigs as you won’t book many scenes!
To become a porn star, one must be at least 18 years old and pass an intense series of physical and psychological exams, intended to assess if you possess both mental and physical strength to perform sexual acts on camera. Attractiveness or fitness alone won’t cut it: one must also be mentally sound enough to manage being on camera for hours at a time.
Aspiring porn stars frequently move to Los Angeles, where most studios are situated. Unfortunately, living here can be tough for an unemployed actress with bad credit; you will likely need another job or the support of family and friends while trying to break into pornography.
Once established, once can find work through talent agencies or production companies that produce porn movies. Although signing with an agency before sending out applications can help get things underway more quickly; talent agencies provide access to industry execs as well as actors within your field as well as help you find jobs tailored to your preferences and skill set.
As part of your effort to become a pornstar, it’s crucial to be open with producers about any limitations that you may have. They want to understand your capabilities so they can assign you appropriate scenes – for instance if girl-on-girl scenes or anal sex aren’t something you feel comfortable doing then let the producers know so both parties don’t end up feeling awkward. Doing this could save both parties some heartache!
Professionalism on set is also key. Arrive punctually, follow all safety regulations (wear condoms and take STD tests regularly), and build relationships with both co-stars, director, and crew before the shoot begins – this will help put your mind at ease and build your confidence for what lies ahead.
As with any industry, breaking into pornography requires experience in mainstream film. So if you’re still studying, consider majoring in something that might help prepare you for a career in pornography when the time comes. In addition, creating an effective stage name like Jenna Jameson or Ron Jeremy can make hiring easier if hired under your real name alone.