Acting
Acting on a Film Set During Covid 19
Learn what it is like being on a film set during Covid 19. How is it similar to normal times on a film set and how things are different.
An Actor Was Very Kind to Me
A few weeks ago, an actor did something pretty amazing and was very kind to me. I received an email from an actor I did not know. He saw an image in an online ad showing two hands holding a residual check. When he enlarged the image, he saw that my name and home address […]
11 Ways to Prepare Before An Agent Meeting And Questions You Must Ask
Learn how to prepare before meeting an agent.
Should You Accept Extra Work
Should actors accept extra work for film and TV projects? There are a few different thoughts about this. Some actors will never do background work. They find it demeaning and believe it will kill their career. Other actors think it can be helpful to be an extra for film, TV or commercial projects. Here are […]
4 Things to Make Sure Your Acting or Modeling Job is Legit
Especially in today’s time, it is essential that you make sure that your acting or modeling job is a legit project. First Suggestion If you booked the job on your own, and if you have an agent, I highly recommend that you send the job through your agent. You will be spending (in most cases […]
What Does it Mean When a Casting Director Asks an Actor to Change Their Audition
What does it really mean if you are auditioning for a film, TV show or a TV commercial and the casting director asks you to change your audition.If you are asked to changed your read, what does that really mean? It is easy for actors to feel paranoid. Some actors think that the casting director […]
This is a Crazy Time for Actors and Models – Hopefully This Will Help You
In my 33 plus years as a full-time actor and model, I have never experience anything as crazy as this time period. Hopefully, the video I created for you will help. You can watch the video by using this link: https://youtu.be/1Iuy7l92bss I have never seen everything shut down on such a large scale. Sure, I […]
3 Ways to Find Photographers Near You
If you are living in a small market, you might not know that there are ways to find photographers near you. Actors and models will be surprised to learn that you can find very talented photographers, and not just an older sister who likes to take photos in the backyard. A Great Organization There is […]
Should Actors Write Their Own Monologue?
I have given many private online mentoring sessions and the question that I frequently get is “Should they write my own monologue?” It is true, you want and need to be able to connect with your monologue, so writing from you personal experiences can be extremely helpful. You Probably Should Not Write Your Monologue Here […]
1 Thing to Do When Auditioning for a Comedy, Don’t Be Funny
I just auditioned for a great TV show that is a comedy. I knew that the 1 trick for giving my best read was not to be funny. What is Happening in the Scene In the first scene, I am talking to one of the stars of the show. He is saying absolutely hilarious and […]
Maybe I Shouldn’t Have Said This to an Actor
Maybe I shouldn’t have answered this actors question this way.
What You Should and Never Wear to an Audition
Some actors will wear anything to an audition. They don’t want to look desperate, so, instead of looking the part, they wear whatever they want for the audition. They think that the casting director knows what a doctor looks like, and they only want to see if you can act. I am not necessarily thinking […]
This Can Blow Up Your Career – In a Bad Way
The acting and modeling industry can be frustrating at times. If you are not really savvy, there are ways you react to situations that can blow up your career – in a bad way. I had a situation with an audition and call back for a TV show that was very frustrating. I felt angry […]
3 Things Actors Can Do to Increase Their Chances of Booking a Job
There are 3 things actors can do to help their chances of booking an audition.
What Does it Mean When an Actor Is Pinned
What does it mean when an actor gets pinned? I was invited to audition for a TV show by the same casting director who had me read for the recurring role I booked on the Netflix show House of Cards. It is Not a Fluke You are brought back to read for other projects because […]
I Had a Horrible Experience
I had a horrible experience on my way to an audition and a booking on the same day. I decided to take the bus to New York for an afternoon modeling job. It is not how I like to travel, but it is convenient and easier than driving in traffic. The day before my shoot, […]
Why I Chose Not to Live in New York
In this blog, you will learn why some people chose not to move to a major acting and modeling market like New York to pursue acting and modeling jobs.
You Won’t Believe the Booking I Had
A few weeks ago I received an email from a promotional company. They normally hire people to hand out items in stores or bring people to a booth at a convention. This one was different, and you won’t believe the booking I had. I Did a Similar Job Many Years Ago Many years ago I […]
This Can Be Devastating – and it Happened to Me
I recently had a few companies ask me to help them find actors and models for various projects. I ran into a devastating situation and I want to make sure it does not happen to you. Tried Reaching Out Actors and models on my mailing list who were right for the roles, received audition emails. […]
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