Is It Right For You?

What we first must say to you is that if you are considering it, you must be over 18 in the USA to even contemplate it. In some countries that is different, but for the most part the legal age is 18. Porn should only be an option if it is between consenting adults and is promoted in that manner. It should also provide safety to the actors to prevent them from getting STDs or other health related problems. It is important that if you are looking for a career in porn that you seek out studios that will honor these things for your legal and physical protection as well as your personal safety.

However, beyond chronological age, the most important issue that must first be addressed is if it is right for you to do. It is going to be important to think about this choice as a life changing career. Make sure that you do not do so impulsively and that you are certain and have confidence that this is the right decision for you. Understand that this is not a career that you can take lightly and that your health and very life are something that you will have to protect through STD testing, verifications and safe sex practices while partaking in it.

Also keep in mind that film really is forever and that once you do this even under an alias, you could be discovered by family, friends and even an employer. In fact, just recently, many porn stars real identities were hacked into and their names and addresses were posted by this hacker on the Internet. They not only posted the names and addresses of the porn actors but also their families information as well. Remember that what you are doing is public and permanent when it comes to the ability to access this information, so do not take this choice lightly.

Understand That Images Will Last Forever

Once you are on film your work will be out there for the whole world to see and will remain available should the distributor choose. Even if your video is discontinued it will still be out there and may even become pirated and viewable illegally. Not only that but the pictures promoting the film may not only be used by the distributors but may be easily copied by anyone who visits the web sites selling them.

You will also run the risk of someday having a friend or family member and/or employer seeing your photo or video. Is their reaction something that you will be able to handle? Read about what happened with us for simply becoming sex educators in our article- Risks Of Working In Sexual Health

Be Current In Testing For STDs

When working on a porn shoot they will most likely want you to show that you are STD free. They will want proof via paperwork within 30 days. Often times if you show up without paperwork they will not let you film. You should not film with someone who does not have their paperwork either. Also remember that just because someone is tested they may have been with a personal sexual partner that gave them an STD in-between the time they last worked and may not be STD free. This is one of the risks of doing this type of job.

Have Proper Identification

You are going to have to have proper identification in order to do any type of legitimate work within the porn industry. You will need two forms of identification with photos on them These are required by law. You are also required to hold up your ID and be photographed with it. If you do not show up with your IDs then you will be sent home.

Have Good Personal Hygiene

You are going to want to be clean when you show up to work so make sure to bathe, douche, have your pubic area in good condition and look as though you have some pride in your appearance. You should also bring hygiene products to freshen up with in-between takes such as baby wipes, etc.

Pubic Hair - The best thing to do is to wax, laser or use electrolysis. Razors leave rashes and ingrown hairs.

Body Makeup - This can be used to cover any blemishes that you might have on your body. If you do a lot of work you may have to cover bruising.

Don't Forget Your Behind - Anal bleach may be a good call and something you can pick up at a local drugstore.

Porn Star Tip- One thing to keep in mind is that studios looking for A-list porn stars prefer that their actors do not have tattoos. If you are considering getting one- don't. If you have one, consider removal or not featuring it. If you are not shooting for the glamor of an A-list porn star status, this may not be an issue.

Be Punctual & Quick To Perform The Way You Are Asked To

This is a job and you are going to treat it as such. Be professional, get there early and make sure that you have brought the things that you will need such as hygiene products, costumes and other things that you have been told to bring. Even if you are the star of the shoot, you have other people such as costars, gaffers, film crew, the director, makeup and wardrobe crew that are all having to be paid to be there. The last thing you want to do is not be prepared as it will give you a bad reputation and could lead to loss of a job or work in the long run. Again, this is a business and you must treat it as such or you will not be asked back. The old adage of time is money is never more true on a film set so make sure you respect others if you want work. Do not just blow off a shoot, make sure you call in advance to turn it down.

You Are Being Paid To Be Cooperative

Remember that the screenwriter, producer and director have hired you to do a project that they envision. Most of them have spent hours developing a project that you could ruin in minutes by being uncooperative. Although most filmmakers will listen to constructive criticism, or ask for some creative input, be very tactful and never forget that they are paying you to be in their project, not the opposite. Also be courteous, friendly and respectful of your coworkers. Prima donna attitudes are not tolerated easily.

Do Only The Sex Acts You Want To

Make sure that you are well informed about the studio that is hiring you to do work. When you do an interview make sure to ask what sex acts will be expected before you go so that there is no misunderstanding about what you are willing to do. You have the right to say no at any time, however try not to wait until you are doing a scene to change your mind. You are costing them money and time and this will not go over well for your professional reputation. That is why we encourage you to really think this through BEFORE you do it.

Don't Perform On A Non-tested Professional

You do not have to perform sex acts in order to get a job. Most legitimate talent and casting agents, directors and producers are not required to get HIV tests done and you should be very wary about sexually servicing them for a job. You should be hired on the basis of your looks, talent, professionalism and availability. Remember that even if you do give in and provide free sex that you may still not end up with a job.

Don't Sign The Model Release Form Until You Have Payment

If you have not worked with a studio before, you may want to let them know that you won't sign the model release until you have payment to ensure that you are compensated. You will be playing hardball with them and may even risk a job, but the bottom line is that a video cannot be released until they have that paperwork and with porn producers you need to make sure that you protect yourself and get paid. What you may want to do is ask that they have your payment ready at the beginning of the shoot and you will sign the model release once your payment is given to you. Let them know that before the shoot so that there is no conflict on the day of filming.

Be Loyal To Your Agent

If you get an agent, you should treat them as well as they have treated you. If they have set you up with a lot of jobs and great income than make sure you pay them in return through your loyalty.

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How To Get The Information You Need-

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