How to Be an Actor and Other Film and TV Jobs

Discover what it's really like to be an actor, and all of the other jobs behind the scenes, in this fascinating illustrated guide written by actor Hannah New.



Learn about the skills you need to become an actor, how actors get their roles and what a typical day on set looks like from start to finish. Not sure about being on camera? From agents and construction managers to directors and writers, there are lots of different jobs to do on a film or television production.



Costume designers pick the outfits that the characters wear, from ballgowns to futuristic spacesuits

Music composers write the music you hear in the background

The special effects team work with the actors to create exciting action scenes



How to Be an Actor is the ideal book for children who love films and tv, and want to bring stories to life.



Previous titles in the series include:



How to Be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs (2020 Blue Peter Book Award runner-up)

How to Launch a Tech Start-Up

How to Be a Footballer and Other Sports Jobs

How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs

How to Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs

How to Be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs