One of my actor friends told me over dinner the other night that she was impressed that I was so helpful with other actors. My response was; Gatekeeping acting doesn't benefit me in any way and helping others can benefit me greatly. Audition Room When I first set up my audition room, I started offering … Continue reading Helping Others
The narrator actively assists other actors by offering free access to his audition room, sharing casting calls, providing career advice, and helping with business-related tasks. This approach is rooted in the philosophy of "giving without expectation", believing that good deeds generate good returns indirectly. His support has established a reciprocal network and led to opportunities, including a lead film role.
As of yesterday I have 5 upcoming projects booked that were all acquired through networking. Summer's End and Cryptoheist (lead roles) - I used to go to Film Bar Mondays regularly. At the first one I met a writer, Arken Wheeler. We became fast friends and since, he has put my in every project he has … Continue reading The Power of Networking
The author has landed five upcoming acting projects, all through networking efforts. These include lead roles in "Summer's End," "Cryptoheist," and "Social Media Troll," as well as a supporting role in "Stuntgirl" and a gender-swapped lead role in "Zombunnies." The author emphasizes the value of consistent networking, which has provided a third of their booked roles.
The author underscores the importance of having a supportive circle around you, asserting no one is entirely self-made. They attribute their progress in acting to quality friends who share their ambition and mutual support. This partnership resulted in personal growth and faster advancement for everyone involved.
The author shares how they use social media for their acting career. They suggest joining Facebook groups related to acting and filmmaking, following and engaging with casting agents and directors, and sharing experiences to build contacts. They also recommend having a separate Instagram for acting, following relevant industry personnel, and regularly posting about acting activities. They stress the convenience and effectiveness of social media for networking in the acting business.
The importance of networking in the film industry is emphasized, outlining methods such as joining relevant Facebook groups, background acting, and attending acting classes. Tips include asking about other people's projects instead of direct work requests, showing genuine interest in others, and offering help to build mutually beneficial relationships.
One of the things I learned over the years is that networking is important to being successful in any business you are in. No one is a self made person; it’s who they surround themselves with that makes someone who they are.Here are some of the things I have done since I got to Atlanta … Continue reading Networking
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