MARCH 2020
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IN THIS VIDEO:
00:05:25 is it OK to use material from 5-10 years ago or is that a big no-no
00:07:30 getting an agent
00:09:42 how can i allow myself to be redirected for self tapes?
00:12:35 My acting name is different from my personal name. How should I show it on social media?
00:13:58 How to get a network pitch for a pilot I wrote?
00:17:19 When looking for actors like me who have agents, is it okay to look at series regulars or keep it close to my level now?
00:19:23 Why am I’m not booking more?
00:22:46 Do casting directors usually watch all self tapes no matter when they’re sent?
00:26:54 How to create a step by step plan
00:29:56 If you haven’t been keeping up with your social media for some time what would be best to start back in terms of updates/posts?
00:32:27 Sam French used to have a book/labels for Los Angeles Agencies…is there anything like that now?
00:34:11 Any advice on a preferred way to build an actor’s Electronic Press Kit to be able to send to potential agents, managers?
00:35:35 What advice do you have for effective SlateShots
00:39:56 How do I not do a creepy pan in my body shot on a self-tape if I don’t have enough room for a zoom?
00:40:30 I occasionally get dubbing auditions to do the English dub of a foreign film – any pointers for these types of auditions?
00:41:58 how do you work on getting consistent high quality paid auditions?
00:46:14 Do you have a suggested reading list
00:46:30 Is it okay to model my branding on characters who are slightly younger than me?
00:47:35 How high do CD’s/Producers consider student film credits on resume for audition invites or booking decisions
00:48:20 Is there any possible way for me to somehow get myself auditions in L.A without actually living there
00:50:54 I just signed with a boutique agent (my first agent) What is the best way to communicate with her
00:53:09 Self -Tapes questions using an I Phone X and other tech stuff
00:56:05 if you are in a film that is currently in post-production, do you still place that onto your resume?
00:57:04 Not sure where to go from here. Showcases weekly.Not a word from mgrs or agents.
00:59:57 My first agent told me to stay non union as long as possible… Why would they say that?
01:01:55 I have booked & filmed a co-star and want to really make the most out of promoting it to other CDs. Any suggestions?
01:06:38 How much money do you suggest should be invested monthly for the Acting Business
01:08:17 Would casting directors frown me reading with someone on my phone on Skype for a self-tape, even though it would sound like it came over a phone?
01:10:04 should you give your agent percentage if you book job, you self submitted to?
01:12:39 I took one-on-one tv-film acting class with a casting director, he gave everyone his personal/work e-mail address. How should I use it?
01:15:00 I recently had a guest star, how do I go about adding it to my reel?
01:15:58 I have had zero auditions for a month. Does the shine of a new credit run out quickly or is this a slow period I’m experiencing?
01:18:07 How would you recommend making a list of shows to binge watch for branding
01:19:01 I’m much more comfortable going all out for strangers than people I know, Any advice?
01:21:41 A friend and I are sending in self taped auditions for the same project. Will this be a problem?
01:22:37 I have a strong presence. would be more difficult to book costar roles, How do actors work around this?
01:23:39 I’m having difficulty finding roles in my age range. What to do?
01:25:53 I am heading to LA thoughts on reaching out to casting directors about possible meetings when I am out.
01:27:14 When should I follow up with someone regarding a project and how should I go about doing it?
01:28:13 I want to enroll in acting classes in Los Angeles. Can you recommend such an acting course
01:29:20 Do you have good examples of 1 minute sizzle reels?