acting like an actor

acting like an actor

By sophie jordan collinsArtsPerforming Arts
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acting like an actor episodes

  • how to create your dream role with Michael Vaccaro

    next we have Michael Vaccaro !!


    Michael chats with us about being a child actor, how he write and starred in his own show, and the changes he has seen in SAG.


    he was super open about so many things and i know y'all will get a ton of value.


    if you want to know more about SAG and the new contracts, or about writing and pitching your own show- this is the episode for you.

    1 hr 4 min
  • how to move from production into acting with Anna Lise Conroy

    we have one of my favortie human beings Anna Lise Conroy on the pod this week

    she went from working production in reality TV to deciding she wanted to act. within months she was able to join SAG and book a co star on Bosch Legacy WITHOUT AN AGENT!!!
    Anna has quickly had success in her acting career and shares all her secrets with us. Anna is also just genuinely one of those people that is so genuinely kind and magnetic and I know you'll love her energy
    1/10 :) stay tuned!!
    Anna's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annaliseconroy_/
    1:02 intro
    1:20 irritating ice breakers
    3:20 Anna's story
    10:40 trusting your inner voice
    16:30 planting seeds for 2024
    20:30 the moment Anna realized she needed to act
    21:50 universal tour guide audition
    28:50 Anna's experience having a manger
    32:30 A day in the life of Anna
    35:00 the importance of taking breaks and recharging
    35:58 how Anna takes care of herself
    39:00 fast frisky five
    42:50 outro
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    44 min
  • how to start doing voiceover with Michael Ursu

    are you an actor wanting to start doing voiceover work?

    not only is it incredibly creative and fulfilling to do voice acting, it can also be extremely financially rewarding.
    this week we have actor, musician, and voiceover KING Michael Ursu. He's done hundreds of VO spots including playing Toby Cirelli in Silent Hill Ascension and Vincent in "We're Alive: Descendants." He's also done commerical VO for small companies like NERF, TOYOTA, DEL TACO and more.
    we talk about how much voiceover pays, the best websites to find jobs on, and equipment to get started.
    if you have any interest in VO, this is the episode for YOU!!
    Michael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makumusic/?hl=en
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    54 min
  • the heart behind acting like an actor

    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    7 min
  • how to make 2024 the year that changes your acting career

    today in our first "mini episode", sophie shares her advice and wisdom on how to approach this year in the healthiest and happiest mind self possible. lets all give ourselves the freedom to allow huge blessings to come into our life in 2024! happy new year actors

    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    11 min
  • how to get better at improv with Kaba Hues

    on this week we have actress, writer, and comedian Kaba Hues

    Kaba began her acting journey as a child in both films and TV and after a break she's back killing it. She's currently a student at Groundlings and is in the sketch troupe "That's Hollywood, Baby!"
    we talk about her experience in Groundlings, being an introverted performer, and how you can get better at improv TODAY
    if you want to improve your improv/comedy skills- this is the episode for you
    Kaba's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kabahues/
    0:30 irritating ice breakers
    2:10 Kaba's introduction
    4:25 Kaba's experience with groundlings
    12:05 Kaba's history with comedy
    14:05 how improv and comedy helps other aspects of your life
    16:05 how actors can practice improv on their own
    18:40 how groundlings has brought Kaba opportunities
    23:10 how Kaba takes care of herself in the crazy world of acting
    25:50 a day in the life of Kaba
    27:10 Kaba's advice for actors
    28:00 Kaba's advice to her younger self
    29:00 fast frisky five
    32:10 outro
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    33 min
  • how to trust the right role will come with Gabo Olmeda

    this week we have actor Gabo Olmeda

    Gabo is known for his television work on shows such as Neon and commercials for companies such as Coca-Cola and Hilton. He is also known for films such as Dying to Win and Inside Man
    we talk about how a visit to LA turned into a move, the process of booking a role on a Netflix show, and how to trust that the right role always finds you.
    if you're struggling to trust the process in your acting journey and have a lot of stress and striving surrounding it then this episode is for you :))
    1:06 gabo's introduction
    1:22 cube personality test
    7:25 irritating ice breakers
    8:44 gabo's story and how he fell into acting
    9:53 gabo's crazy first agent encounter
    11:45 how gabo got into film in puerto rico's market
    12:35 gabo's first audition
    13:30 how gabo came to LA
    14:30 gabo's first living situation in LA
    16:00 how gabo found an acting connection through a dating app
    18:00 how gabo landed his first role in LA
    19:20 booking your first feature films
    20:10 landing your first apartment in LA
    21:40 making progress and success snowballing
    22:32 dealing with a crazy agent
    23:50 when gabo was in need of private acting coaching
    26:06 how gabo got around LA without a car
    28:10 how gabo made it his first years without an agent
    28:40 the importance of self submission
    30:00 utah's surprising film scene
    32:50 gabo's "veteran" role
    33:45 how gabo used real life emotion to book roles
    35:40 hollywood's tactic of making actors exhausted
    37:10 gabo's netflix movie he booked
    38:30 when gabo got lines after only being background
    39:50 gabo's Hilton commercial
    42:05 picking between two opportunities
    48:00 whatever role is meant for you will eventually find you
    49:00 having a glass half full and abundance mindset
    50:55 gabo's advice for his younger self starting off in LA
    53:16 fast frisky five
    54:40 gabo's closing advice
    gabo's insta: https://www.instagram.com/gaboelog/?hl=en
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    59 min
  • how to know when to leave acting with Kaylin Mally

    this week, we have our first EX actor ;)

    kaylin moved to LA at 17 to pursue acting. she has multiple film credits including a role in the A24 film "American Honey".
    she recently dropped her reps and started focusing her energy more on her entrepreneurial ventures.
    she is extremely knowledgeable on self development and social media so we dive into that too.
    we discuss why taking a break from acting can be beneficial, how to transform your life through self development, and how to make money from social media without a following.
    amongst much more :)
    if you're wanting to level up in your acting career and life in general- you don't want to miss this.
    timestamps
    0:55 intro
    1:06 irritating ice breakers
    3:30 kaylin's background
    5:30 kaylin's experience on "American Honey"
    10:00 kaylin and SAG
    11:05 kaylin's process of moving to LA
    14:14 kaylin's first months in LA
    16:15 how kaylin chose to leave acting
    21:00 how sophie found kaylin
    22:15 kaylin's advice for people questioning acting
    26:30 kaylin's self development journey
    30:15 advice for starting a self development journey
    33:40 how kaylin balances her life
    35:25 kaylin's thoughts on a healthy money mindset
    39:30 making money from UGC
    42:00 kaylin's loyal fanbase
    45:05 kaylin's content creation process
    48:05 kaylin's advice to her younger self
    49:15 fast frisky five
    53:40 kaylin's closing advice
    kaylin's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kaylin_mally/?hl=en
    https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor McBain: https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==

    55 min
  • how to make money and grow on youtube with Leo Mendoza

    this week we have Leo Dizon Mendoza who owns a business helping youtubers grow and monetize their channels. he has made over 2 MILLION dollars from youtube.

    we'll discuss FACELESS Youtube channels for passive income, how to make money from Youtube TODAY, and what makes a channel successful.


    1:02 irritating ice breakers

    3:30 leo's profession

    4:32 leo's story

    6:30 dealing with imposter's syndrome

    12:54 faceless youtube channels

    14:34 how youtubers make their money

    19:34 youtube videos as passive income

    22:30 making money from ads and CPM

    25:10 is youtube the best social platform to make money

    27:00 should everybody have a youtube channel

    29:00 what makes a successful youtuber

    32:20 how long it took leo to build his youtube business

    33:30 advice for aspring youtubers who don't know where to start

    38:20 leo's story of getting let go from his job

    39:40 embracing your own uniqueness

    41:50 advice for becoming more self aware

    44:40 would leo ever consider acting

    46:00 fast frisky five


    leo's insta: https://instagram.com/leodizonmendoza?igshid=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==


    https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1

    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w

    email: [email protected] sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

    website: sophiejordancollins.com

    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe

    podcast produced by Connor McBain https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==


    48 min
  • how to overcome acting obstacles with anuschka van lent
    today we are joined by actress and content creator Anuschka Van Lent
    we chatted moving to America for acting, how to overcome uncontrollable obstacles in your acting journey, and utilizing social media.
    TIME STAMPS
    beginning anuschkas story
    3:03 moving from germany to LA
    4:17 what it’s like acting wise in germany
    6:58 what it’s like pursuing acting as an immigrant
    10:02 advice for people wanting to move to LA
    11:15 don’t beat yourself up if you don’t book
    13:07 pros of being in LA
    14: 15 playing into your type
    14:30 mixed feelings minute: doing horror
    16:45 be choosy with what roles you accept
    18:05 unpaid work
    19:20 Natty Knocks
    20:35 anuschkas impression
    21:33 social media and how anuschka grew so quickly
    26:43 anuschkas advice to anyone wanting to start social media
    28:45 stepping into her own voice and power
    30:06 the opportunities that social media has brought
    32:15 a day in the life of Anuschka
    37:27 fast frisky
    anuschka: https://instagram.com/nukivanlent?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    follow us on insta!! https://instagram.com/actinglikeanactorpodcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@actinglikeanactor?_t=8fPzDmt0Wxm&_r=1
    youtube: https://youtube.com/@actinglikeanactor?si=ZYnQSZ4g7Fz8Gb2w
    sophie’s instagram: https://instagram.com/sophiejordancollins?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
    website: sophiejordancollins.com
    the beat: https://youtu.be/qQGD2iMqDyQ?si=4g3iJBZAI2jGaKQe
    podcast produced by Connor Mcbain
    https://instagram.com/cmcbain17?igshid=NzZhOTFlYzFmZQ==
    40 min

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