Lights, Camera...You!: Make money doing TV commercials in Los Angeles or Any Town, U.S.A. [Paperback]

René Ashton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 11, 2009

How many times have you sat in front of the television, watching commercials and thought to yourself, “I could do that!”? Perhaps you’ve secretly fantasized about being an actor at some point in your life. The beauty of acting in commercials is that you don’t have to live in Los Angeles, New York or Chicago - or even be an actor. You too can make money in commercials. Not only will you learn everything from A-Z, tricks of the trade from a seasoned pro, you'll read numerous interviews with commercial agents, casting directors and directors across the U.S. giving you the upper hand.

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About the Author

Originally from San Diego, René Ashton began her acting career when she moved to Los Angeles at the age of 20. Rene’ has since done over 70 commercials including: JEEP, TGI FRIDAY’S, ROSS DEPT. STORE, CHARLES SCHWAB, CHEF BOYARDEE, HONDA, BURGER KING, CHEVY LUMINA, PEPSI, MCDONALDS, DISNEYLAND, RED LOBSTER, ENERGIZER, TACO BELL, ASSURANT HEALTH INSURANCE, ECONO LODGE, BUD LIGHT, CABLE ONE, PACIFIC CARE INSURANCE, GALLO WINE, VONS, HALLMARK, HOME DEPOT, SHERWIN WILLIAMS, KEY BANK, HUMANA ONE, SPRITE, LOWE’S, WELLBUTRIN, MIRACLE GRO, TOYOTA, SBC GLOBAL, SEARS, GENERAL MOTORS, DHL DELIVERY SERVICE, WOOLITE PODS, FRONTLINE FLEA AND TICK CONTROL, REMBRANDT, CABLE ONE… René has been teaching on-camera commercial intensives for over 5 years in Los Angeles. She has also appeared in numerous television shows including: NIP/TUCK, PRIVATE PRACTICE, CSI, LAS VEGAS, DEXTER, BIG LOVE, 7th HEAVEN, SIX FEET UNDER, JOAN OF ARCADIA, THE GUARDIAN, SPIN CITY, MELROSE PLACE, STRONG MEDICINE, DAYS OF OUR LIVES, PROVIDENCE and SEINFELD. Not only is René a working actor, she is an avid writer. Her first script, BE MY BABY (starring herself and Lacey Chabert) is available on-line and in video stores. Her second script, BOY’S NAME, will be shot in 2010 and produced by Larry Meistrich (executive producer of SLING BLADE). René will also star in this project.

Product Details

• Paperback: 182 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (June 11, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 143924135X
• ISBN-13: 978-1439241356
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,922,845 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Informative Book!, July 18, 2009

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Mick (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lights, Camera...You!: Make money doing TV commercials in Los Angeles or Any Town, U.S.A. (Paperback)

Lights, Camera...YOU! has so much detailed information I was pleasantly surprised. I feel confident in getting into commercials. The book explains you do not need to have a perfect "10" movie star look; commercial producers are looking for every day looking people as well. People (potential buyers of the product being sold)can relate to every day people easier. Plus, I was happy to learn I do not have to move to Los Angeles or New York to get into commercials.

You will learn so many tips and even get information on how to contact different agents and casting directors! The author even gives you tips on what to do between jobs. She has thought of everything! This book is a must for people who want to get into acting on television commercials.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING!!!, June 29, 2009

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Jasmine "Jasmine" (LOS ANGELES, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lights, Camera...You!: Make money doing TV commercials in Los Angeles or Any Town, U.S.A. (Paperback)

Before meeting Rene, reading her book, and participating in her classes, I couldn't figure out why I wasn't being picked up by an agency. Now I realize that I was focusing on all the wrong things. As a young and upcoming actress in the competitive city of Los Angeles, there's a sense of complete helplessness. Quite frankly, it's terrifying to think about all the time, hard work, and money I potentially could have wasted had she not come into my life. Rene has not only well advised me, but has offered her advantageous wisdom. Since our meeting, irrefutable opportunities have been presented to me and I now feel more confident than ever as to what lies ahead in my career.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you, thank you, thank you!, July 2, 2009

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Daniel R. Hughley (la) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lights, Camera...You!: Make money doing TV commercials in Los Angeles or Any Town, U.S.A. (Paperback)

Best auditioning book I have read by far!! In addition to the tremendous invaluable advice this book offers, the humor and wit the author Rene Ashton includes, gives me the joy and confidence I needed to dive back into auditioning.