Posts Tagged ‘acting career’
7 Books Every New Actor Should Read
The smartest thing to do when you’re a new actor is to learn more about your craft. Learning about acting can take many forms—participating in acting classes, working with a coach, and going on auditions to get feedback. But another simple way to learn more is to read books on the subject of acting. Here…
Read MoreWhy Getting an Agent Doesn’t Mean Guaranteed Acting Jobs
New actors sometimes believe that getting an agent is the way to find acting jobs. So, you spend all of your time and energy seeking an agent. You do hours of research, look for your local acting scene, and send out reels. Then you finally sign with an agent. You’re delighted! At last, you’ll get…
Read MoreHow to Find Acting Work in Atlanta Georgia
Atlanta is one of the best spots to find acting work, thanks to a tax credit that makes it easy for production companies to film in the state of Georgia. But when you’re looking for acting jobs, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and wonder how to get started. Try using some of these tips to…
Read MoreAre You Getting Scammed by an Acting Agent?
It’s the moment you’ve dreamed of: an acting agent has offered you representation. You’re excited! Now, you’re no longer on your own. You have a professional on your side, someone who will look out for your interests. While most agents are reputable people who do protect their clients, there are a few scammers out there…
Read MoreKeep Reaching Out to Casting Directors
If you’re always putting out content, you’re going to get people’s attention. That’s why using the same picture over-and-over again is important because people will eventually say, “Oh, wait! I know this guy.” They don’t know how they know you but they’ve seen your picture a million times so they think they do. What Brian…
Read MoreWant That Acting Role? Dress the Part!
I book shows all the time because of what I wear. When I went to my Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. audition, I wasn’t given a script. I had to sign a disclosure agreement. It was all very secret and hush-hush. I’d never done the show but I watched it and thought to myself, “Oh, they wear…
Read MoreActor’s YOU GOTTA GET UNCOMFORTABLE
ACTORS GET UNCOMFORTABLE The biggest mistake actor’s make is sitting around spending time on Facebook waiting for the phone to ring. The phone is not going to ring just because you feel good about yourself. You are going to have to get out there in the uncomfortable spot and start meeting people, shaking hands, introducing…
Read MoreThe Secret to being a WORKING ACTOR
SALES to the ACTOR That is the secret SELLING or as I like to say: CONSISTENT SALES to your CUSTOMER BASE. An Actors customer base are generally Casting Directors, Producers, Writers and Directors, these are the people Actor’s must focus on!! Most actors will tell you they knew from a very young age they wanted…
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