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- You're a Bad Actor and It Has Nothing to Do With Your Acting
Jesse Malinowski went a full month without a film/TV audition and reveals exactly what he did instead of emailing his agent in a panic — including the one move that got his representation excited again. Meanwhile, Candace breaks down what it actually costs you to film three vertical projects back to back with 19 pages of dialog a day, and why the actors getting quietly labeled "bad" on set have nothing wrong with their acting.
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48 min - Slow Week Wins, AMT Goes Vertical: Inside the New Department, 90-Page Roles
Jesse and Candace Malinowski break down Candace's brutal 5-week vertical run including a 90-page dialog role, why she turned down a low-budget feature audition, and the big community news that AMT (Atlanta Models & Talent / Jason Lockhart) just launched a dedicated Verticals Department. Plus Jesse's $1,100 residual check, his San Diego hosting gig, and a takeaway every working actor needs for slow audition weeks.
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34 min - It's NOT Who You Know—Here's What Actually Books Actors Jobs
Jesse and Candace Malinowski unpack her 8-for-8 vertical film booking streak, a near-$9K month on back-to-back shoots, and why she had to turn down a commercial booking mid-run. This episode of That Actor Couple on Get Scene Unscripted also tackles Georgia's $2.2 billion film reality, the on-set habit that's quietly killing actor careers, and the mindset shift that's actually booking working actors.
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1 hr 1 min - I Fired My Agent After 13 Months — Here's What Happened
Jesse and Candace Malinowski break down a wild actor week — Candace wraps one vertical and starts another the next day, turns down 2 commercials, and books a boundary-pushing role most actors would refuse, while Jesse reveals why he fired his New York agent after 13 months and just 1 audition. Tune into That Actor Couple from Get Scene Studios for the real behind-the-scenes of building acting careers as a married couple in the Southeast market.
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38 min - She Turned Down a SAG Job — Why More Actors Should Think Twice
Jesse and Candace Malinowski break down Candace's latest booking streak, including a straight-to-callback, first refusal, and why she's loving verticals more than network roles, plus a bold story about an actor friend who turned down a SAG voiceover to protect her non-union income. This episode of That Actor Couple from Get Scene Studios is a must-watch for Southeast actors weighing the SAG decision and building a real, working career.
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38 min - Jesse and Candace chat bookings, AMT news, and how to pick good showcase materialMost actors think they’re showcasing themselves… but they’re actually doing the opposite.In this episode of That Actor Couple, Jesse and Candace break down a mistake they’re seeing over and over again — actors choosing scenes that don’t actually highlight them.Coming straight from a recent in-person workshop, they dive into:Why having fewer lines can quietly kill your impactHow actors accidentally choose scenes that showcase someone elseThe difference between auditioning vs showcasing yourselfWhy “big dramatic moments” don’t impress casting the way you thinkHow to pick scenes that actually get you rememberedThey also pull back the curtain on real actor life this week — auditions, callbacks, booking without a callback, and navigating conflicts that come with being a working actor.If you’ve ever wondered why your performances aren’t landing the way you expect… this is the episode to watch.Subscribe for more real conversations about acting, relationships, and the business behind it.Newsletter:https://getscenestudios.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7660af20fdb3c04d6b6516591&id=eecb804958Promo:Use code BOOKEDPOD for $10 off the 4-week Booking Challenge#ThatActorCouple #actingtips #auditiontips #actorslife #selftape39 min
- That Actor Couple Ask Me Anything!
From self-tapes in a hotel room to Zoom callbacks in the middle of the ocean — this is the reality of a working actor.In this episode of That Actor Couple, Jesse and Candace break down what it actually looks like to balance life and career — including filming auditions while traveling, navigating tight turnaround times, and knowing when to say yes… and when to say no.They also dive into real actor questions:When is it time to leave your agent?What challenges do actor couples actually face?Do you really need a demo reel before getting representation?How do you handle auditions when life doesn’t slow down?Plus, a real conversation about the unpredictable nature of this industry — from last-minute auditions to making career decisions based on timing, energy, and opportunity.If you’re pursuing film & TV, this episode gives you a grounded look at what the lifestyle actually demands — and how to navigate it with clarity.🎯 Ready to take action on your acting career? Get $10 OFF the Booked It Challenge with promo code BOOKEDPODGot a burning question for our next Ask Me Anything: https://tinyurl.com/3z6bvwtp
49 min - That Actor Couple chats about flat tires, book out dates and vacation prep.
In this episode of That Actor Couple, Jesse and Candace break down a controversial actor strategy: why Jesse doesn’t like booking out with his agent.Many actors automatically send their agents their unavailable dates. But Jesse explains why he prefers staying open for submissions and handling conflicts later.They also talk about:• Candace filming a vertical series for four days• Her first time doing an on-camera kiss• Turning down auditions that don’t match your casting type• Why supporting roles can sometimes be better than leads• The mindset of staying in front of casting as much as possibleIf you're an actor trying to get more auditions, this episode will challenge the way you think about availability, auditions, and opportunities.
33 min - That Actor Couple chat about Being Reliable, Vertical Booking, Jesse Doesn't Know Baseball
In this episode of That Actor Couple, Jesse and Candace talk about something that books you more work — and it’s not talent.
It’s reliability.
Candace shares how booking a vertical in less than 24 hours came down to something deeper than performance. It came down to trust.
In this episode:
How Candace booked a vertical in under 24 hours
Why relationships matter more than ego
Why showing up prepared changes everything
The difference between being a good actor and being dependable
Why some actors hurt their own reputation on set
If you want to build longevity in your acting career, this episode is about the trait that gets you hired again.
👇 Comment below: What do you want to be known for on set?
29 min - Actor Couple Jesse & Candace Malinowski talk Fake Tattoos, Jesse Gets Embarrassed, Big Horse Energy
Actors say they want momentum.
Actors say they want strategy.
Actors say they want to level up.But what happens after they get the advice?
In this episode of That Actor Couple, Jesse and Candace Malinowski talk about why actors stay stuck — not because they lack information, but because they hesitate to act on it.
They cover:
Why actors ask multiple people for the same advice
The fear behind “just checking with one more person”
Why paying for coaching means committing to action
The difference between validation and momentum
How to stop circling and start moving
If you’ve ever asked 5 people what to do next instead of just doing it… this one’s for you.
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💬 Drop a comment: What advice have you been avoiding acting on?48 min
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What does being a working actor REALLY look like? Things we wish every actor knew. The behind the scenes of our lives as that actor couple.