I'm a strong believer of online connections. Getting your work seen is important. Meeting new people, who are creatives like yourself, is important.
Being an actor in LA is not always as glorious as people imagine it to be.
I'm an active participant in Stage 32 lounge conversations and I probably watched every single webinar about acting they've put out.
Every now and then I end up Ubering back from my office in Manhattan Beach Studios down to Redondo Beach where I reside.Each time I get into the ride, I start up a conversation with the driver, just to hear their stories.
I recently spoke with a young actor who's new to Los Angeles, and very new to the acting world itself.
How many of you out there are gym goers, treadmill runners, or even yet, marathon runners like myself? I'm definitely not bragging.
This is just a brilliant idea for so many reasons, and it comes from a talented director, David Rountree.
Alright. This has to be said out loud. Most of you know it, some of you do it, but majority of you only have good intentions and never follow through.I understand that it isn't always easy - you might have a full time job, or enough chores to keep Hercules himself busy for 12 days.
I'm sorry. Sounds like a ridiculous post, but if I don't say it, I can't say "I told you so". Carrying a business card with you it's like carrying an umbrella in London.
Keeping in touch is important. In other industries , if you go on an interview, it is customary to send an email to follow up and thank your possible future employer for the opportunity.Why should the casting process be any different?
We love to review any actor websites that we come across. When we noticed the most recent sponsor of NFMLA, we had to check it out right away.HCandF stands for Hollywood Casting and Film, and similarly as IADB, they are offering services to both filmmakers and actors.
If you're an actor and you are serious about your online presence you must register for these free websites. No excuses!