Learn behind-the-scenes, it's useful for actors - Adam Nafian

New actor Adam Nafian is gaining valuable experience by working behind the scenes in the local entertainment industry. He believes that understanding the entire production process is essential for his development as an actor. Nafian, who started in television commercials at age 15 and returned to acting in 2021, has taken on roles as an extra and worked in various production capacities. He has served as an assistant director, handled props, and most recently worked as a production manager. Nafian emphasizes that he undertakes these roles not out of necessity but from a genuine desire to learn. "When you have a dream of becoming an actor, I think it's good if we start with the crew first because from there we see the entire journey of a production," he explained. He believes that experiencing all aspects of filmmaking provides invaluable knowledge. "When we do all those things, we understand how a script is produced from beginning to end. That is very useful knowledge for me as an actor," Nafian stated. He dismisses any notion of shame associated with crew work, viewing it as a learning opportunity. "Why be shy? We come to learn. When we sit with the crew and other actors on set, we see how they work," he added. During breaks, he actively seeks advice from senior actors on performance techniques. Nafian also noted that some actors are reluctant to do production work after gaining recognition, but he prefers a humble, gradual approach to building his career. "I don't think about ego. I don't mind doing behind-the-scenes work even after acting in front of the camera. I feel all that helps me understand other people's work in production better," he said. This comprehensive approach, he believes, leads to better collaboration on set.

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When you have a dream of becoming an actor, I think it's good if we start with the crew first because from there we see the entire journey of a production.