How to Get Into Porn: An Industry Guide

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Table of Contents

1. Working as a Pornographer
2. How to Become a Pornstar
3. Job Applications in the Porn Industry
4. Work in the Adult Industry
5. Warning about Porn Jobs

Whether you're a budding fetish model, aspiring porn stars or simply a cinematographer looking for a change of pace, the adult business has a lot to offer. According to some estimates, the pornographic business generates about $100 billion in revenue. When camming, modeling, stripping, and other jobs are added, the business becomes profitable. While performers might make a lot of money, there are plenty of other pornographic occupations accessible. This article will show you how to break into the pornographic industry as an actor, producer, or cameraman. We'll also recommend the finest agencies, studios, and ad directories for finding the work you want.

Working as a Pornographer

First and foremost, we needed to define what we mean by "adult industry" in this context. The adult business, sometimes known as the 'Sex Industry,' encompasses a wide range of vocations, including 'front-of-house' positions such as:

Sex Club Host Phone Sex Operators Fetish Performer Sex Worker Pornography Actor Live Cam Model Stripper Glamour Model Sex Club Host (escorts, erotic masseurs, call girls etc). It can also encompass all of the other jobs mentioned above, such as film production, directing, photography, and other crew positions. We concentrated on the pornographic business, as well as modeling and a few other performing jobs, for the sake of this piece. Cast and crew employment, as well as allied staff positions such as webmasters, designers, and other technical roles, are available through the agencies and classified directories indicated. We left prostitution off the list since it is illegal in many areas of the world. However, several of the employment boards listed below do provide opportunities for escorts. If you're searching for job in the camming sector, however, you should look at our list of the greatest cam studios and agencies. A lesson on how to become a cam model is also available, as well as a checklist for establishing your own cam show.

How to Become a Pornstar

To work as a pornographic performer in any nation, you must be 18 or older, however in some parts of the world (and with some organizations), you may need to be older than 21. Wherever you work, you'll have to pass some basic administrative checks, such as having a right to work permit and having the necessary tax documents. All respectable businesses should do an identity check and present you with a contract or model release form that allows a studio to photograph or film you. Contrary to common misconception, you don't need the biggest cock or the biggest breasts to work in the adult business, nor do you need to be 'drop-dead' attractive, though all of these qualities might assist, especially if you're aiming high. Instead, you'll need a strong work ethic, an open mind, and the ability to be naked and act in public. Of course, if you want to work in the porn industry, you must like sex.

Job Applications in the Porn Industry

Yes, there is still a job application procedure in the adult sector, and you will need to fill out paperwork, attend interviews, and, on occasion, put together your CV in order to land that ideal position. Depending on the type of position you want, the application procedure can be rather personal and, in the case of porn performers, quite complex. This normally revolves on the kind of sex acts you'd be prepared to perform, any 'talents,' and complete disclosure of any medical issues you may have. Most agencies will also need you to submit multiple images prior to meeting with them for an interview, however these do not have to be of you in your underwear. They should, however, highlight your strengths and be of the greatest quality. Before inviting you to meet in person, most agencies will do a series of interviews by email and phone. You should dress in the clothing that make you feel most at ease while attending your first interview. Some organizations, however, will want you to prepare for a screen exam. This implies you should be freshly bathed and ready for the camera....so shave, wax, and whatever else is appropriate before being photographed or recorded. The goal for ladies is to make sure you have the correct temperament and appearance, while for boys, the producer wants to check whether you can easily obtain a hard-on. It may appear straightforward, but you'd be shocked how many would-be porn stars suffer from'stage fright.' Before you appear in front of the cameras, you must sign a model release form. Oh, and in certain cases, you will be compensated for this screen test as well as reimbursed for travel and hotel fees. In most regions of the world, HIV testing, as well as testing for other STDs, is required prior to beginning pornographic employment. As a result, a rehearsal/screen test should not feature sex and should instead be used to assess your on-screen demeanor and general attitude. You might find our recent article 'What Is It Like To Work in Porn?' useful. For crew and production positions, you must be able to demonstrate relevant talents in your CV as well as explain why working in the adult business appeals to you.

Work in the Adult Industry: The Best Places to Look

So, here's how you break into the pornographic industry! While talent agencies work directly with adult entertainment companies to discover talent, job boards and classified directories provide a direct route to employment. However, this might indicate that the firms advertising have not been thoroughly vetted, and there is no guarantee that the positions advertised are real (see 'Warning' below). We've chosen the most comprehensive agencies and directories in North America, Europe, and abroad to cover a wide range of positions.

Modeling 101

101 Modeling is one of California's busiest and most well-known adult talent management firms, representing top models. The firm, which was founded in 2011 by Robert Moran and Bud Lee, works with celebrities such as Abby Adams, Rachael Cavalli, and Jayden Cole. Bradley Remington, Tommy Pistol, and Tyler Nixon are among the male actors they work with. The agency is completely licensed, bonded, and a member of the trade organization, LATATA, with over 70 years of combined experience in the sector. 101 Modeling accepts new applicants on their website.

Adult Staffing

For both job postings and individuals, Adult Staffing has a wide range of categories. Models, dancers, and phone sex operators are just a few of the featured careers in the camming business. In professional and technical services, they have a good selection of positions and people. There are now over 1100 job openings on the site, with about 30,000 people looking for work. The site claims to be utilized by 2,000 adult industry businesses, and creating a candidate profile is free.

Managers of Adult Talent

ATLMA, founded in 2006, is one of Los Angeles' most well-known and successful talent management firms. Mark Schechter purchased the firm in 2012. (Blazingbucks). The agency handles both newcomers and established porn performers, and its client list includes AVN award nominee Stirling Cooper (Best Male Newcomer 2018) and Penthouse Pet, Ryan Keely. ATLMA is a licensed agency that represents both men and women for adult film material and other adult industry activities.

Adult Talent List

A classified directory-style website that allows artists to promote themselves without going via an agency. You may build a free profile and search for employment in your area, or you can get found when recruiters and businesses are looking for talent. Expect to be approached by agencies rather than major studios; yet, there are some intriguing chances listed below; however, proceed with caution since many of these opportunities have not been certified. There are roughly 4,000 active users on the platform, therefore job opportunities are limited.

Bravo Models Media

Bravo Models Media is a video production and model agency located in Prague that represents creators of 2D, 3D, and VR pornographic material. They offer comprehensive production and post-production services in addition to providing performers for films and picture sessions. Location hiring is included in this service, which includes anything from boutique guestrooms to luxury villas. With all of the equipment on hand, they generate a lot of their own content and manage over 60 premium pornographic websites, ensuring that models have a steady supply of jobs to choose from while waiting for their "big break." It's not just about AV, though; the corporation also runs a popular glamour modeling website. Staff members speak Czech, German, Slovak, and English and are known for being both professional and pleasant.

Dynasty Models

Dynasty Models is a registered talent management firm situated in Miami that caters to both mainstream modeling and the adult industry. They work with both men and women and only legal firms. The firm, which was founded in 2013, creates its own material from its facilities and may assist break adult stars into the industry.

Foxxx Modeling

Foxxx Modeling is a talent management business based in the San Fernando Valley, California, that recruits and supplies female performers for the pornographic industry. They are one of only eight licensed adult talent agencies recognized with LATATA, a non-profit organization. This network of agencies was founded in 2009 to promote the best standards in talent representation in California. As a result, Foxxx Modeling works with many of the industry's top studios and may provide some fantastic possibilities for anyone with the necessary talent to get into the industry. They are, however, a small agency with just a few dozen female models on their books at any given moment. You can apply to be a model on their website, but please keep in mind that they currently only represent women.

Motley Models

Motley Models is a registered and bonded adult talent management business situated in Los Angeles that recruits pornographers. They are a reputable agency that was founded in 2010 and is a member of LATATA. They seek to foster fresh talent and promote its present stars. They also collaborate with the Free Speech Coalition to create better working conditions and legitimize the pornographic industry. They are a professional firm with a solid reputation for effectively representing their clients and partnering with only the best producers.

Sexy Jobs

Sexy Jobs, another classified adult employment board, offers over 1700 job openings and is frequented by over 114,000 job seekers. Every area of the adult business is represented here, from private dancing, stripping, and live cam work to nude modeling, porn movies, and phone sex jobs. You may either register and publish your resume online and wait for a response, or you can apply for any of the open positions. It's a veritable melting pot of chances, and not all of them are as well compensated (or as reputable) as others, so tread carefully when replying to any advertisements. Overall, there are some useful listings here that might assist you in getting started and building your CV.

Warning: Porn Jobs

It is very advised that you do not go to an agency, studio, or any prospective job alone for an interview or screen test. Any reputable adult industry firm will not object if you bring a companion along; nevertheless, you should be prepared to attend the interview and/or screen test alone. Always verify that you have provided your complete consent and understand the consequences of how your image(s) will be used before beginning any form of work for a company or agency. If you have any misgivings about an employer, you are under no duty to 'perform' for them. We believe insider senses,' and if yours begin to tingle at any point throughout your transactions, go away.