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From Headshots To Hollywood with Kym Jackson

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Continuing on with this year's them of 'The Business Side Of Acting', we chat with Kym Jackson who shares her journey as an actor, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, mindset, and community in the acting industry. She discusses the business side of acting, the significance of networking, and the role of representation. Kym also provides insights into marketing oneself as an actor, the value of self-tapes and demo reels, and navigating the path to Hollywood. Her advice for aspiring actors includes finding a supportive community and maintaining physical health to enhance performance.
Takeaways

  • Acting is a long game; success doesn't happen overnight.
  • Building strong relationships is crucial in the acting industry.
  • Networking is not just about getting jobs; it's about community.
  • Manifesting success involves mindset and preparation.
  • Community is one of the most valuable tools for an actor.
  • Actors should be proactive in their career development.
  • Self-tapes and demo reels are essential marketing tools.
  • Physical health impacts performance and mindset.
  • Finding a supportive community can help overcome challenges.
  • Pathways to obtain the O1 visa to work in the U.S.

Follow Kym on Instagram and check out The Secret Actor Society. Use the code BLOOMER for a 50% discount to your first month/quarter/year plan.
Support the show

Please consider supporting the show by becoming a paid subscriber (you can cancel at any time) by clicking here and you will have the opportunity to be a part of the live recordings prior to release.
Please follow on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Tik Tok.
And please Rate the show on IMDB.
This episode was recorded on RiversideFM - click the link to join and record.
This episode is supported by Castability - an Audition Simulator, follow the link and use the code: LATEBLOOMERACTOR for 30% of your first monthly membership.
And finally, I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Sign up with the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your ongoing membership.


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Chapters

1. From Headshots To Hollywood with Kym Jackson (00:00:00)

2. Kym Jackson's Acting Journey and Recent Successes (00:04:03)

3. Navigating the Business Side of Acting (00:12:04)

4. Building a Community: The Secret Actor Society (00:15:48)

5. Mindset Shifts for Aspiring Actors (00:20:49)

6. The Role of Agents in an Acting Career (00:23:53)

7. Marketing Yourself as an Actor (00:35:34)

8. The Importance of Self-Tapes and Demo Reels (00:44:57)

9. Navigating the Path to Hollywood (00:52:15)

10. Avenue's for obtaining a O-1 US VISA (00:54:46)

11. The American Accent (00:58:58)

12. The Difference Between US and Australian Audition Rates (01:01:38)

13. Physical Health and Mental Resilience (01:05:28)

14. Final Thoughts and Resources for Actors (01:09:25)

15. My Takeaways from Kym Jackson (01:11:51)

59 episodes

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Text The Late Bloomer Actor a Question or Comment.

Continuing on with this year's them of 'The Business Side Of Acting', we chat with Kym Jackson who shares her journey as an actor, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, mindset, and community in the acting industry. She discusses the business side of acting, the significance of networking, and the role of representation. Kym also provides insights into marketing oneself as an actor, the value of self-tapes and demo reels, and navigating the path to Hollywood. Her advice for aspiring actors includes finding a supportive community and maintaining physical health to enhance performance.
Takeaways

  • Acting is a long game; success doesn't happen overnight.
  • Building strong relationships is crucial in the acting industry.
  • Networking is not just about getting jobs; it's about community.
  • Manifesting success involves mindset and preparation.
  • Community is one of the most valuable tools for an actor.
  • Actors should be proactive in their career development.
  • Self-tapes and demo reels are essential marketing tools.
  • Physical health impacts performance and mindset.
  • Finding a supportive community can help overcome challenges.
  • Pathways to obtain the O1 visa to work in the U.S.

Follow Kym on Instagram and check out The Secret Actor Society. Use the code BLOOMER for a 50% discount to your first month/quarter/year plan.
Support the show

Please consider supporting the show by becoming a paid subscriber (you can cancel at any time) by clicking here and you will have the opportunity to be a part of the live recordings prior to release.
Please follow on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Tik Tok.
And please Rate the show on IMDB.
This episode was recorded on RiversideFM - click the link to join and record.
This episode is supported by Castability - an Audition Simulator, follow the link and use the code: LATEBLOOMERACTOR for 30% of your first monthly membership.
And finally, I am a huge advocate for and user of WeAudition - an online community for self-taping and auditions. Sign up with the PROMO code: LATEBLOOMER for 25% of your ongoing membership.


...

  continue reading

Chapters

1. From Headshots To Hollywood with Kym Jackson (00:00:00)

2. Kym Jackson's Acting Journey and Recent Successes (00:04:03)

3. Navigating the Business Side of Acting (00:12:04)

4. Building a Community: The Secret Actor Society (00:15:48)

5. Mindset Shifts for Aspiring Actors (00:20:49)

6. The Role of Agents in an Acting Career (00:23:53)

7. Marketing Yourself as an Actor (00:35:34)

8. The Importance of Self-Tapes and Demo Reels (00:44:57)

9. Navigating the Path to Hollywood (00:52:15)

10. Avenue's for obtaining a O-1 US VISA (00:54:46)

11. The American Accent (00:58:58)

12. The Difference Between US and Australian Audition Rates (01:01:38)

13. Physical Health and Mental Resilience (01:05:28)

14. Final Thoughts and Resources for Actors (01:09:25)

15. My Takeaways from Kym Jackson (01:11:51)

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