Gay porn is popular among many demographics that extend far beyond gay men. In fact, straight men and women admit to watching their fair share of same-sex porn. To be clear, gay porn describes sexual acts performed by males on or to males. Female gay porn is referred to as lesbian porn and focuses mostly on vaginal and clitorial pleasure.
Whether you watch gay porn, are just intrigued by it, or want to start making your own, this article is for you! Amateur and free porn videos are flooding the Internet with some people making thousands of dollars per month posting at-home porn videos on platforms like OnlyFans.
But before you break into the gay porn business, there are a few things you should know. Like what roles you can play in a gay porn production plus tips for landing one. Keep reading for our guide to gay porn jobs and how to make a career out of doing what you like best – having hot gay sex!
There’s really no standard when it comes to creating porn videos. If your naughty and explicit imagination can think it up, you can do it and film it. But there are a few “traditional” sex roles that tend to be the main focus of most gay porn videos and those are as follows.
If you’re a top during gay sex it usually means you’re the one doing the penetrating. These are often strong, masculine figures that take control during the sex scene. Tops in gay porn can penetrate through oral sex or anal sex. Tops are sometimes referred to as givers or simply, the penetrative partner.
Underneath the umbrella term of being a “top”, you can also assume other roles and characteristics. For example, a “total top” is only ever a top and always performs the penetrative role, never being penetrated themselves. A “power top” is known for its aggressiveness or skill during penetration. “Service tops” often act under the instruction of an eager or more aggressive bottom (more on this in a second). “Versatile tops” prefer to be in the role of penetrator but will perform as a bottom on occasion.
The opposite of the top is the bottom When discussing roles in gay porn, the bottom is the receptive partner who is being sexually penetrated either anally or orally. The word bottom actually means “to be penetrated by another”. The term bottom is also used to describe the submissive partner in a dominant/submissive BDSM relationship.
Similar to tops, there are different types of bottoms in gay porn and gay relationships. A “total bottom” is one that exclusively assumes the role of the partner being penetrated during sex. A “power bottom” is more aggressive and thoroughly enjoys being penetrated and may even instruct the top on how it’s done. A “versatile bottom”, as the name suggests, is a gay man who sometimes acts as a top. Bottoms are sometimes referred to as the receptive partner or receiver.
Versatile participants in gay porn are the most sought-after since they’re willing to do a little bit of everything. Versatile partners are perfectly capable and happy engaging as the top or bottom in a gay sexual scenario. They often alternate between the two positions, even in the middle of a sex scene. This is referred to as a flip-flop or flip fuck. This involves both oral and anal penetration.
In the broader sense of gay relationship dynamics, versatility extends beyond sex and involves swapping responsibilities within the relationship structure. This involves one male partner acting more dominant and the other more submissive or feminine and then, at some point, switching roles. In the gay community, this is known as living a versatile lifestyle.
A side is a gay man that isn’t interested in anal sex of any kind. That means he has no desire to penetrate a man anally or be penetrated anally. Instead, sides exclusively engage in oral sex with other men. Some people may confuse “sides” with bi-sexual men who are curious about and open to experimenting sexually with other men but aren’t willing to go as far as penetration.
If you’re not ready to make your own gay porn or work as a gay porn actor, there are jobs available on the other side of the camera. Every porn set needs a director, producer, someone to operate the camera and lights, and editors. There are a lot of moving parts on a porn set and no, we aren’t talking about the actors!
While amateur porn videos and clips usually involve two people filming themselves having sex or eliciting the help of a friend or sexy stranger, professional adult entertainment companies run their production sets just like any other full-length film. There are directors, producers, videographers, editors, makeup artists, wardrobe consultants, and set designers.
If you want a career in gay porn that doesn’t involve taking off your clothes, you can choose from any of these roles. Another job that most people associate with porn is a “fluffer”. This term is used to describe a stage hand that gives actors, well, a hand at staying hard and aroused between scenes and takes. According to Urban Dictionary, a fluffer is someone in the adult industry whose job it is to give male porn stars blowjobs to get them ready to perform.” Unfortunately, (or maybe fortunately), as far as we can tell, this job doesn’t really exist. Most porn actors claim there is no one on set ready and waiting to warm up the actors. What you see is what you get!
Now that you know a little more about what goes on during a gay porn shoot and what jobs are available (blow and otherwise), here are some tips for landing your first gig on a gay porn set.
Before you try to get a role in gay porn, it’s important to know what you’re signing up for. As with any career venture, you should get to know as much about the industry as you can. The more knowledge you have about how gay porn works, the better you can meet the needs of your audience, the directors, and all the production staff. It’s also important to have realistic expectations about the adult film industry and all that comes with it (no pun intended).
A few things to keep in mind are:
Since the chances of you remaining anonymous as a gay porn star are slim to none, you might as well create an epic persona or on screen personality. Think Dirk Diggler in Boogie Nights. While your gay porn persona can be somewhat outlandish, it should still be realistic enough for your fans to relate to. A fake persona might also make it easier for you to engage in taboo sex acts or ones that are outside your comfort zone. After all, it’s your character, not you, right?
For example, you can be a dominating bull that loves all types of BDSM including bondage and kinky toys, or a more mellow and laid-back twink that loves being dominated and humiliated. You can also just choose to be yourself. In a world where gay porn is becoming increasingly popular, accepted, and available, trying to hide your identity with a stage name is somewhat fruitless. But feel free to have fun with it anyway.
All gay porn stars should have a comprehensive portfolio that shows off their body and abilities. It’s best to hire a professional photographer for this and include a variety of photographs. While some photos should depict your nude body, others can be fully clothed. Be sure to also photograph yourself holding different poses and positions to show versatility. Also include a few professional headshots and the results of your most recent STD and HIV health checks (which should be done every 30 days).
You should also consider producing a showreel that includes a few short videos or clips of you performing on camera. Once you have all of these things in order, you can start applying to different studios and prepare for your first callback.
Yes, you’ll need to audition for your role in gay porn the same way you would for a traditional movie role. You’ll also need to make a name for yourself in the gay porn industry, which means starting at the bottom and taking on less-than-desirable roles. Be clear with both yourself and the production company about what types of gay porn scenes or acts you are and aren’t willing to do.
During your audition, directors and producers want to make sure that you can perform on camera, take direction well, and have a certain “star” quality that makes you memorable. Here are a few more things to keep in mind before attending your first gay porn audition.
Applying for gay porn jobs isn’t the time to try and fluff up your resume. If there are certain sex acts or scenarios you’re not comfortable performing, be honest from the start. There’s nothing worse than lying on your portfolio or telling a director you’re open to certain things and then getting stage fright or backing out on filming day.
It’s okay to set limits and boundaries when starting a career in gay porn. In fact, it’s recommended! You don’t have to engage in every sex act under the sun to be successful. Stay true to yourself and work within your comfort zone.
Once you have your portfolio, showreels, body, and mind prepared for audition day, you can start applying to different production companies. A quick online search will help you find the most popular and reputable gay porn film industries in your area. Some companies offer services nationwide or even worldwide. Just remember that the bigger the production company, the stiffer the competition (literally).
Another approach is to find a production agency to represent you. Many successful gay porn actors claim that using an agency is a much smarter approach and generates results much quicker. While your agent will keep a cut of your earnings, they’ll also land you more auditions and roles. For beginners, this is a worthy investment.
You can also go the amateur porn route to expand your portfolio and make a name for yourself before you apply to larger companies. Some gay porn stars start out as amateurs and ultimately continue posting free porn online instead of trying to score a deal with a production company. Affiliate marketing, advertisements, and product endorsements allow gay porn actors to make money filming and posting their own amateur adult content. But remember, just because the content you’re posting is free doesn’t mean you can't skimp on quality.
Just like models and aspiring film actors move to big cities like New York and Hollywood, the same move could benefit aspiring gay porn actors. Miami, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas are especially well-known for producing some of the biggest gay porn actors in the industry.
Let’s face it, your small hometown or farm town isn’t going to be brimming with gay porn star agents or opportunities. Putting yourself in the center of some of the largest and most diverse gay communities in the country can greatly increase your chances of succeeding in the gay porn industry.
Breaking into the gay porn industry isn’t easy. It will come with a lot of rejection and disappointment. Only the strongest, most tenacious, and most determined actors will succeed. Directors and producers can be brutally honest. Instead of being hurt or discouraged by their comments, take their constructive criticism to heart and use it to improve your skills for your next audition.
You’ll also probably receive negative feedback from your friends and family. While this isn’t always the case, not everyone is open-minded enough to accept your new career path. You need to be confident and secure in your decision to get a gay porn job so you can face and overcome any adversity that comes your way.
Health and safety are two of the most important factors for both porn actors and the production staff. It’s paramount that every actor knows that he is safe and not at risk of contracting an STD or HIV from his fellow actors. This is especially true in gay porn.
Most agencies require actors to get routine STD/HIV tests monthly or weekly and provide proof of the results. If you’re working independently or producing amateur porn with a consistent partner, you should still err on the side of caution and get tested regularly.
You don’t need to have sex to get involved in the gay porn industry. There are plenty of other gay porn job opportunities available including directing, producing, makeup, and set design. Many gay porn stars got their start behind the camera before making their way to the forefront. Working behind the scenes on a gay porn set can teach you a lot about the industry itself, including what the directors are looking for, how to highlight your best angles, and what looks good on camera.
The adult industry has never been more lucrative or inclusive. Now more than ever, people are viewing, downloading, and purchasing porn online. If you’re considering a career in the gay porn industry, why not start today? The more you know about how it works, the tips for applying, and the potential pitfalls, the more successful you’ll be.
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