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- how to learn acting on set with Kyra Wisely
this week we have one of my fave humans, kyra wisely
she's known for her work on tons of artsy films like A Trail of Dead Flowers, The First, and Positiveshe's also known for being a vertical series QUEEN (she's done 9) on shows such as The Forbidden Alpha, Oops I Married a CEO by Mistake, Dracula's Kiss and More.kyra's story is super cool because after growing up dancing in her late teens she switched to focusing on acting. she moved to LA at 18 and started booking immediately. her booking stats are CRAY which is especially fascinating to me because she's open about how she hasn't had a ton of traditional formal acting training. she has learned a lot on set.we chat balance, learning acting by doing it, leaving your day job and VERTICAL SHOWSS!!if you want to start acting but feel "behind" because you haven't been doing it for ages, this episode is for you.if you're thinking about leaving your "day job" to act full time, this episode is for youif you struggle with balance as a creative, this episode is for you(again YEET) if you want to book one of those vertical shows, this episode is for you (kyra has done NINE)kyra's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kyrawisely/00:00:00 intro00:01:30 kyra's awesome reel00:03:38 irritating ice breakers00:05:35 kyra's acting origin story00:07:50 how kyra moved so young00:13:40 how kyra built her reel00:17:00 the importance of submission reports00:18:30 finding the right agent for you00:24:05 how kyra learned the importance of assertiveness00:27:00 self submitting and striving to secure the next gig00:29:46 the project that resonated with kyra00:31:29 kyra's experience with reelshorts00:39:00 changing the way you approach an audition and seeing results00:45:30 men who are creepy in the casting process00:51:10 kyra and sophie's experience on set together00:56:57 what kyra wants people to know about her01:04:45 fast frisky five1:07:40 kyra's closing sentimentsfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==1 hr 9 min - LA actor horror stories
https://www.tiktok.com/@sophiejordancollinss?_t=8ailTSDeG0R&_r=1
https://open.spotify.com/show/5s3snuZbImpYsLR8i7zoMc?si=hBrkFGZQQrWp467_X-OIVAinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiejordancollins/https://sophiejordancollins.com/acting/1 Corinthians 16:14follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==20 min - how to take acting day by day with Elijah Van Zenten
This week we have actor Elijah Van Zenten
Elijah is known for his work on shows like Become the Idol and Murf the Surf and his work on films such as Tip and Mad Scientists Al MaximaHe’s also done a ton of modeling work and some fun random shoots love island, love at first lie, and a ton of book coverswe chat about how acting just sorta fell into his life, how he balances handling multiple gigs, and the differences of being on set as an actor vs a modelif you’re struggling to balance the life of a creative this episode is for youif you want advice on how to book gigs this episode is for youif you're an actor who also is intrigued by modeling this episode is for youif you’re a human being this episode is for youElijah’s insta: https://www.instagram.com/elijahvanzanten/00:00 intro
1:20 elijah's backstory
4:20 the set experience as a model vs an actor
6:58 mike posner set story
8:33 studying at groundlings
09:50 fun gigs and how sophie and elijah met
12:10 elijah's elvis music video
13:50 being humble and taking questionable jobs
15:25 advice elijah wish he had before starting his acting journey
16:40 elijah's "aha" moment that led to bookings
20:50 when elijah realized acting was his thing
23:48 how elijah takes care of himself
26:00 learning to embrace the slow periods as an actor
28:00 benefits of joining acting late
29:10 classes vs private coaching
30:45 cons of over rehearsing your lines
33:30 vertical shorts and the future of our industry
34:40 elijah's experience on Crazy Beach
39:36 fast frisky five
42:25 elijah's closing words of inspiration
follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==44 min - how to book a guest star with Rae Derosa
this week we have ATL actress Rae Derosa
Rae is known for her work on shows such as Amazon Primes “The Summer I turned Pretty” and Hulu's “Tell Me Lies.” She also stars in films such as Lifetime’s “My Professors Guide to Murder” and “California Dreamin’.”She chats with us about how she booked her first guest star, why she tried out both NYC and ATL, and the realities of booking a big show and then transitioning back to life.If you’re curious about the ATL market, this episode is for youIf you want to know how someone books a guest star on a major role, this episode is for youIf you’re curious about life after booking a big show, this episode is for youRae was such a joy to chat with and she has such a lovely mindset regarding this business and how it’s hard, beautiful and weird all in one.Rae's insta: https://www.instagram.com/raederosaa/?hl=en00:00 intro1:07 irritating ice breakers3:55 Rae's story5:15 how Rae started booking big projects8:25 Rae's experience on "The Summer I Turned Pretty"13:50 when a role is meant for you 15:05 what the shooting process was like18:53 what changed in Rae that lead her to booking big shows21:10 Rae's first lead role and working with Haylie Duff24:00 acting in a female lead film26:30 Rae's process for approaching a role31:12 Rae's move to nyc34:12 atlanta's acting market36:30 the bizarre treatment of atlanta actors 38:30 atlanta's tight knit community41:30 thinking outside of the box as an actor43:00 the upside of working in atlanta's market46:12 fast frisky five48:10 Rae's closing wordsfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==50 min - how to transition from college to working actor with Nick Garabedian
this week, we have actor, writer, and director Nick Garabedian
I met Nick about a year and a half ago doing a commercial a few months after he graduated and since then he's gone on to do TONS of commercials, films, and you've guessed it those vertical shows ;)we chat about how logistically he transitioned from studying theatre in school to being a working actor, intimacy scenes, and how to start creating your own work.if you're in college for acting or fresh out and need tangible advice for the business,if you're curious about intimacy scenesOrrr if you're waiting to start creating your own projects,this episode is for youNick's insta: https://www.instagram.com/nick_garabedian/?hl=en00:00 intro1:00 what Nick's been up to4:51 irritatting ice breakers7:21 going to college to study theater10:30 mean acting teacher horror stories15:38 how Nick started booking20:30 arlo's clubhouse22:30 Nick's childhood acting stories25:05 Nick's directing career & what lies in 202426:30 troll boy27:57 the hardest part of the business30:00 the best part of the business32:00 the vertical series36:50 the complexities and challenges of intimacy scenes41:25 the 48 hour film festival45:10 how Nick takes care of himself48:10 fast frisky five51:55 Nick's closing sentimentsfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==55 min - how to pave your own path as a creative with Rose Rosenfeld
this week we have actress, model, and entrepreneur Rose Rosenfeld
Rose moved from Australia to pursue acting and modeling. She began her career in NYC modeling for brands such as Covergirl and later moved to LA to pursue film. Her TV and theatrical credits include Neighbors, The Last Straw, Numb, and Barry to name a few.Rose has been able to be a working actor and model while also traveling, building a strong social media presence and even launching various business endeavors. She is the perfect example of someone who really paved her own path in this industry and didn't let external voices dictate her career moves.we chat mindset, motivation, and even discuss some darker things that happen in our industry.if you struggling to know "what to do" as an actorif you want to pursue other creative endeavors outside of actingor if you just need an extra kick of motivation while you pursue your creative endeavorsthis episode is for you.Rose's insta: https://www.instagram.com/rose_rosenfeld/?hl=enfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==49 min - how to get the agent of your dreams with Brian Patacca
GUYYYsss this week we talk all things representation with the representation whisperer
Brian Patacca helps actors get what they want without all the struggle. He's helped 724 actors all around the world find representation and clients call him "The Representation Whisperer".Through his wildly popular online courses #agentgoals® and Audition Magnet®, Brian teaches actors how to market themselves authentically, use gratitude to open doors, and book the roles they were born to play.His coaching clients include Tony Award-winners, Broadway stars, Network Series Regulars, Filmmakers, Writers, and Stand-Up Comedians. He proves that when they follow their purpose instead of playing by a tired set of industry rules (read: limiting beleifs), they can skip the drama, generate momentum, and build excitement around who they are and what they love to do the most-esttttttif you're struggling to get reps, are not happy with your current reps, or just are feeling overall negative with your mindset around acting this conversation will be so beneficial for yaBrian's program "Make Agents Want You": https://makeagentswantyou.com/mawy-eg-reg23/Brian's insta: https://www.instagram.com/briansaysthat/?hl=en00:00 intro1:20 introduction to Brian2:20 Brian's process on training actors to land agents6:50 Sophie's first agent and how to avoid bad representation11:00 how to know when you may have a bad agent15:25 overcoming negative mindsets when pursuing an agent19:20 avoiding unnecessary baggage as an actor22:10 the importance of keeping a gap when selling yourself24:40 the steps to landing your first agent31:10 Brian on showcases32:20 being an actor vs being an acting career coach34:50 how to be honest and professional about your career39:00 how can actors be great clients for acting coaches42:10 what Brian has learned from his years of coaching actors44:04 fast frisky five46:20 Brian's closing words and program infofollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==48 min - how to be an actor and a million other things with TK
this week we have actress, singer, dancer, director, and producer Tori Kay (TK;)
she quite literally DOES IT ALL. she has been performing since she was a kid- touring with Kidz Bop and doing commercials, then moving into TV/film work on shows like "Cheerleaders" and "OMG" and films such as Lifetime's "A Daughters Deceit." she also has a full blown music career where she both writes and performs all the time. she's known for her very performative shows that hold a lot of emotion and killer dance moves ;) oh and in addition to all of this she also has a full time job and does her own content creation.we chat about how she balances it all, building a strong mindset and creative comparison.if you are an actor and have a billion other passions- this is for youif you could use a stronger mindset- this is for youif you ever struggle with comparison as a creative- this is for youTori's insta: https://www.instagram.com/torikayunedited/?hl=enfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==1 hr 7 min - how to survive your first year in LA with Ryan Watson Henderson
this week we have actor and musician Ryan Watson Henderson
we talk all things moving to LA, how he started booking gigs right away, and how to balance multiple creative pursuits.if you're thinking of moving to LA, struggling to find peace on your creative journey or want to know secrets to booking one of those tiktok soap operas (ifykyk). this is the episode for youRyan's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryguywatson/?hl=enfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==1 hr - how to move from theatre into film with Molly Franco
y’all are gonna love this one!
we have actress, singer, and podcast host Molly Franco this week.we chat moving from theatre in NYC to film in LA, the dark side of the industry, and how to approach this career while cultivating your lifeif you’re wanting to explore the film world, advocate for change at all levels of the acting biz and find freedom while pursuing this career- this episode is for you:)Molly is also just a doll and we really went all over the place in the episode yet i know you’ll find value in it all. check out her pod “Acting the Part”Molly's insta: https://www.instagram.com/mollybales/?hl=enfollow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2wemail: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==website: sophiejordancollins.comthe beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQepodcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==1 hr 12 min
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how do you break into hollywood? we all know there are no rules in the entertainment industry, so how do people end up in it? we’ll chat with working actors and creatives about their day to day lives,…
how they stay sane in this business, how they broke into it and continuously stay in it. they have their lives together- or are they just ACTING like they do?