subject: Being An Actor: Important Pros And Cons Of This Occupation [print this page] One of the cherished dreams of many students is to become an actor/actress, to be recognized in society, and to have a chance of being transformed into a new person, a new character. The vast majority of students cannot even imagine that such occupation may be harmful or even distressing for people. Before you make the final decision whether it is worth to become an actor/actress or it is not, you have to read the most significant pros and cons of this profession and make use of experience shared by different actors and actresses.
Unbelievable Pros of Being an Actor
Your activities are known to the public;
You are recognized by many people;
You can travel a lot in case your job needs it;
You can meet really sophisticated people and use their skills and knowledge;
You get a chance to wear different usually expensive clothes, drive magnificent cars, and use various services;
You have a chance to help other people and become an example of how to behave and what to say;
You are able to participate in different donation activities to help people in need.
Unpleasant Cons of Being an Actor
It is difficult to find good roles at once;
It is impossible to earn a lot at once;
It is stressful to live in fame all the time (too much attention from fans and journalists);
It is not always easy to develop proper relations with colleagues and bosses;
It is troublesome to perform all duties required;
It is necessary to spend much time at work and have unlimited workdays;
It is problematic to have normal personal life, have children, and participate in their upbringing process;
It is impossible to be sure about your future and your constant success.
In fact, being an actor cannot be regarded as a pure positive or negative occupation: if you want to have fame and recognition, this profession is what you actually need. But still, it is obligatory to remember about your health and emotional condition. So, evaluate all its pros and cons before decide what occupation to choose. Good luck!
