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Here’s what it takes to make it big as a male porn star… and it’s a lot tougher than you’d think

It may seem like the dream job... but it's not that easy to get ahead

EVER wondered what it takes to make it as a male porn star?

Well, for starters, the application process is a bit, erm, harder than you might expect.

Some would say it’s a rewarding job, with porn companies such as Miami-based Bang Bros paying £27,000-a-year.

 It may seem like the dream job ... but the application process is pretty tough
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It may seem like the dream job ... but the application process is pretty toughCredit: Getty Images

To get into the industry, adult actors have to be able to ejaculate on command – and can’t feel uncomfortable doing things "which might seem gay to most men", according to Reddit user Carnage Eleven.

A portfolio of professional modelling shots and previous experience is normally a requirement to get your foot in the door, although this can include amateur sex tapes.

 You are expected to stay erect while reapplying the actress' make-up
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You are expected to stay erect while reapplying the actress' make-upCredit: Getty Images

In the interview, blokes "will be asked to masturbate for a 10-15min with no visual stimulation".

The Redditer, whose mate used to work for Bang Bros, added: “While filming a shoot, you are expected to stay erect while they change camera angles, chit chat about what the director wants, reapply the female actress's make-up, mess around with lighting etc.”

Top 4 demands:

* Staying erect between filming breaks.
* Ejaculating on demand.
* Being able to masturbate for at least 10 minutes.
* Being flexible to appearing in 'odd' positions.

And actors have to be flexible to appearing in "odd" positions.

Carnage Eleven said: “Keep in mind they’re looking for good shots of the women and you’re just a d***.”

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