I built a camper van a few years back and used to travel in it between oil and gas projects. It's super comfortable and when I book gigs outside of Atlanta, I use it get to them and sometimes stay overnight for 'local only' projects. The build was on an old FedEx van; A 2006 … Continue reading Time To Van Life for a While
The IMDb Pro membership offers more than just adding pictures and videos to your profile. It provides valuable research tools, helping actors find managers, submit to agencies, and be discovered for projects. Additionally, users can add credits for various projects and access upcoming film developments. These lesser-known features are valuable for actors seeking opportunities.
A promising opportunity arose when the actor received an email about auditioning for a lead role in a Netflix series in New Zealand, starring Florence Pugh. The audition preparation was intense, but the significance lies in being considered for such a prestigious project and being noticed by renowned industry figures, regardless of the outcome.
An old friend mentioned that some mutual acquaintances are envious of my acting abilities. Jealousy in the competitive industry can cloud our judgment and hinder our growth. It's crucial to celebrate others' success, focus on our own development, and nurture a positive mindset. By embracing a sense of "enough" and safeguarding our passion for the craft, we can overcome jealousy and stay true to our artistic journey.
The author booked a small role in a film called 267 but later declined to sign an artist release form, as it was not project-specific. Despite requesting edits, the filmmaker did not respond, and the author was removed from the cast on IMDb. The author prioritizes the long-term impact of contracts and has legal support from a sister.
I met Tom at a networking event over a year ago. After looking over his website, I knew that I wanted to work with him. His photo style blew me away and we exchanged info. It was about two months ago that we ran into each other again where I worked. After a couple of … Continue reading The Tom Barbee Photoshoot
The Milliken industrial shoot in Spartanburg, SC was a two-day local hire opportunity that paid well. Despite the lack of resume or reel material, the financial benefit was significant. The disorganization posed challenges, but the positive experiences with fellow actors and crew made it a worthwhile venture overall.
I recently booked a Deloitte commercial shooting in Nashville. I wrote a post about the audition and booking process for this project. The shoot was set for Monday, May 6th, so I set out in my camper van Sunday night. I built a camper van out of an old FedEx van back in 2021 and … Continue reading The Deloitte Commercial Shoot
It's been a long while since I networked in person in Atlanta. When I first got to Atlanta, I went to networking events as often as I could. after a while, it was easier to network virtually. But since it's slow in the industry, I figured it was a good time to go back and … Continue reading Networking Event
An actor friend came over for a big audition, supposedly for a Tim Story project starring Charlize Theron. However, the casting call was suspicious - Story typically doesn't post on Facebook. It turned out to be a scam, as the same call was detected a year ago. Legitimate projects usually go through casting agencies, and personal information shouldn't be needed for flight estimates.
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