The Actor's Career Compass: Your Guide to Acting in Film, Finding Auditions & Agents, and Joining SAG AFTRA

Ep. 149: Emmy-Award Winning Actress Alisha Gaddis Shares Why Diversifying Your Skills Is Critical In Today’s Industry


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Are you wondering how to go from small auditions to starring on big networks like Netflix and PBS?

In this episode, we talk with Emmy winner and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist Alisha Gaddis.

She shares how she got started, what challenges she faced, and the smart moves that helped her rise in the entertainment world.

Whether you're just getting started or trying to book your next big role, this is one you won’t want to miss.

You’ll discover:

  • One common trap that keeps actors from landing speaking roles—and how to avoid it
  • Why trying everything in entertainment might help you book more work
  • What Alisha would do right now if she were starting her acting journey over today

Hit play now to learn what it really takes to make it in the industry from someone who's done it across film, TV, music, and more.

Alisha Gaddis:

  • www.luckyband.org
  • http://www.luckylibros.com
  • instagram
  • facebook 
  • youtube

Contact Information:


Additional Resources:

  • Headshots: https://www.cityheadshots.com
  • Shoot Footage for Your Reel: https://www.actorscreenershoot.com
  • Edit Footage Into a Reel: https://www.demoreelsnyc.com


This show dives deep into the world of acting in film, exploring the journey of movie acting with stories, building confidence among aspiring actors, navigating auditions and productions, and offering insights from acting agents, coaches, and the challenges of becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible to advance your acting career, skills, and landing roles.

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