Act Bold - A Podcast for Actors

• 106 | The Secret Way Actors Can Earn More!

  If you're an actor thinking there's some secret way to earn more money with your skills - you're right! Download the Passion Project Playbook for Actors here: ⁠https://www.actboldtraining.com/passion-project-playbook-for-actors⁠Are you an actor struggling to earn consistent income and tired of the belief that your only options are booking scarce roles or becoming an acting teacher? What if there was a different path to monetizing your passion for acting that also fuels your career development and expands your industry connections?In this video, discover the "Curator Approach," a powerful actor career strategy I stumbled upon while relaunching my own acting career in Germany. This isn't about becoming a full-time teacher or an event planner; it's about leveraging what you already know and love to create unique opportunities for yourself and fellow actors. Learn a simple three-part framework to turn your passion for acting into a reliable income stream, helping you move beyond the feast-or-famine cycle. This method can help you earn a significant monthly income (I made around €50,000 extra a year!) while getting the training you need and building invaluable industry connections.Stop waiting for opportunities and start creating them! If you're looking for actionable actor business strategies and a way to make money as an actor without giving up on your dreams, this is for you.Unlock the secrets to a sustainable acting career and learn how to:-Identify gaps in your local acting community for training and development-Connect with industry experts, coaches, and casting directors in a way that benefits everyone-Create valuable, paid workshops and events that you and other actors want and need-Build authentic industry relationships and expand your network-Fund your creative projects and gain financial freedom This approach is perfect for actors at any stage of their career, whether you're just starting out or looking to relaunch. It’s time to take proactive control and build a more resilient and connected acting career.Dive deeper with the Passion Project Playbook mentioned in the video! 00:00 The Biggest Lie Holding Actors Back From Earning Consistent Income00:27 Discovering a New Approach: A Profitable Actor Side Hustle for Career Development01:29 The Curator Approach Explained: Monetizing Your Passion for Acting Authentically04:12 Steps to Implement the Curator Approach: Building a Resilient Acting Career and Income06:14 Creating Valuable Industry Connections: A Triple Win for Actors and Experts07:10 Three-Part Framework for Monetizing Acting Skills: Identify, Connect, Create09:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement: Subscribe to Act Bold!◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️Find Anne: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Act_Bold  Are you only considering two ways to earn income as an actor: getting booked or teaching? This video challenges that notion, suggesting there are more authentic paths. It provides acting industry insights and a fresh perspective on how to make money as an actor beyond the typical routes. Rethink your approach and discover alternative acting resources to support your career!

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• 105 | The Showreel HOOK - Grab Casting Director Attention in 3 Seconds

  The Showreel HOOK - Grab Casting Director Attention in 3 Seconds Is your actor showreel doing its job... or just collecting dust? Learn the secrets to captivating casting directors in just 3 seconds, straight from a top industry expert! This video reveals how to transform your footage into a powerful tool for your acting career.LET'S TALK!This (your acting career) can be tough to figure out alone – we're just too close to our own work. If you're a trained actor who's been in the business for at least a few years and you are serious about getting better roles, we should chat. We'll talk about your challenges and goals.Click here to schedule your FREE Strategy Chat: https://zcal.co/actbold/discoveryRESOURCES MENTIONED:Free Actor Brand Decoder Workbook: Pinpoint your authentic energetic signature and nail that showreel hook every single time! https://www.actboldtraining.com/the-actor-brand-decoder Reelarc Website: See Guy Chachkes' amazing work and services! https://www.reelarc.comSay hi on social:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Act_BoldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrs.alexandersieder/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ActBoldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/act_bold/ and https://www.instagram.com/annealexandersieder/TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Showreel First Impressions: Hooking Casting Directors in 3 Seconds 01:09 Exclusive Interview: Guy Chachkes from Reelarc 01:49 From Actor to Industry Expert: Guy Chachkes' Journey 03:42 Building Reelarc: Behind the Scenes of a Showreel Company 04:57 What Makes Reelarc Stand Out: Quality & Art Direction 06:57 Showreel Art Direction: How to Elevate Your Visuals 07:47 Why Actors Become Entrepreneurs: Guy's Career Shift 12:27 Essential Showreel Tips: What Casting Directors Look For 13:35 Why Video is King: Showreels & Social Media for Actors 16:27 How to Create Engaging Showreel Scenes: Themes & Cliffhangers 24:02 Level Up Your Showreel: Expanding CoStar Opportunities 31:27 Showreel Mistakes to AVOID: Do's and Don'ts 32:10 Market Savvy: Tailoring Your Showreel to Your Region 33:31 Constantly Evolving: Building & Refining Your Actor Showreel 34:48 Talent vs. Strategy: The Role of Self-Tapes in Acting 37:11 DIY Self-Tapes: Creating Pro-Quality Scenes on a Budget 38:48 Reelarc Classes: On-Camera Training & Showreel Building 47:21 Actor Branding Explained: Beyond Typecasting 50:46 Act Bold: Guy Chachkes' Entrepreneurial Leap 59:56 Connect with Reelarc: Final Thoughts & Resources #ActorShowreel #DemoReel #CastingDirectorTips #ActorMarketing #ActingCareer #ShowreelTips #ActorBranding #OnCameraActing #SelfTapeTips #Reelarc #GuyChachkes #ProfessionalActor #ActorLife #AuditionTips #ActingCoach #FilmIndustry #ActorEntrepreneur #CareerCoachForActors #ShowreelScenes #GetBooked

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• 104 | How Imperfect Action Built My $50k Year Acting Side Hustle

  How Imperfect Action Built My $50k Year Acting Side HustleLink to register for the FREE 5-Day Passion Project Blueprint Challenge that shows you exactly how to do the same. Join my FREE 5-Day Challenge: The Passion Project Blueprint! I'll guide you through the exact process I used to create financial stability while pursuing my creative goals. This is the perfect side hustle to support your acting career.◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️Are you stuck in the actor's waiting game, constantly overthinking your next move instead of making real progress? Many trained actors get caught in the "planning trap," strategizing endlessly but never taking the first crucial step towards their acting career goals. In this video, I share a game-changing third option that allowed me to create genuine financial stability AND fuel my creative growth, even while rebuilding my acting career in a new country.Discover the exact method I used to:Generate consistent income as an actor – independent of acting gigs!Build invaluable industry connections by proactively bringing experts to me.Overcome geographical and financial barriers to access elite acting training (even in Munich!).Book major roles with networks like Netflix and Hallmark – all by embracing the power of imperfect action.This isn't about passively waiting for opportunities; it's about creating your own path and transforming your mindset from scarcity to empowered action. Learn how embracing "imperfect action" can lead to unexpected opportunities and career breakthroughs, just as it did for me.Let's build something that supports your creative journey on your terms.◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction: The Trap of Overplanning00:24 The Third Option: Financial Stability and Creative Growth01:56 My Journey: From Rusty Skills to Creative Solutions03:28 Creating Opportunities: The First Workshop05:51 Overcoming Challenges: Building a Community09:10 Expanding the Vision: More Workshops and Income Streams13:01 The Power of Action: Transforming My Career17:26 Conclusion: Take Imperfect Action18:52 Join the Challenge: Turn Passion into Income◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️#ActingCareer #ActorLife #FinancialStabilityForActors #ActingCoach #ImperfectAction #ActorMindset #CreateYourOwnOpportunities #SideHustleForActors #AuditionTips #NetflixActor #HallmarkActor #ActingIndustry #CreativeEntrepreneurship #PassionProjectBlueprint #ActorGoals #CareerCoachForActors #ActingBusiness #ActingStrategies #ProfessionalActor◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️Find Anne:https://www.instagram.com/annealexandersieder/https://www.instagram.com/act_bold/

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• 103 | How This Actor Went from Viral Skits to Real Hollywood Success

  Feeling like you're creating content online but wondering how to turn those views or viral moments into actual Hollywood roles? Or maybe you're tired of waiting for permission and ready to forge your own path? This conversation is for YOU.◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️➡️ JOIN OUR FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE, FOLLOW UP OR FADE OUT➡️ BOOK A FREE STRATEGY CALL: https://zcal.co/actbold/discovery◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️In this episode of Act Bold, I sit down with the incredibly talented actor and content creator, Clayton Farris (@ClaytonFarris). You might know him from his hilarious viral skits that have earned him nearly a quarter-million followers on Instagram, and over 300 thousand on TikTok, but the real story is how he strategically translated that online buzz into tangible success in film and TV. Clayton gets real about his journey – from his early days on Vine, to navigating Instagram and TikTok, to how consistently creating his own authentic work got him noticed by casting directors and producers, leading to roles on major productions.◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️We dive deep into:Why creating your own content is crucial for modern actors.Finding your unique voice and comedic style through consistent creation.How online visibility actually leads to industry opportunities (it's not magic!).The power of persistence and authenticity over just chasing trends.Navigating brand deals without feeling like a sellout.The mindset shift required to stop waiting and start doing.This isn't just about going viral; it's about building a sustainable, fulfilling acting career by taking control and making your own opportunities. Clayton's story is proof that you don't need to wait for Hollywood to choose you – you can wedge yourself in on your own terms.◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️00:00 Actor Clayton Farris on Creating Your Own Path (Full Interview 2025)00:11 Welcome Actor & Creator Clayton Farris!00:57 Clayton Farris: From Reluctant Actor to Social Media Creator05:40 Mastering 6 Seconds: Clayton Ferris on Vine & Comedy06:53Why Writing is Key for Actor Content Creation07:57 Improv Training & Early Content Creation 09:59 Why Clayton Switched to Vertical Video (Instagram/TikTok Focus)10:33 Instagram vs TikTok for Actors? Clayton Farris Weighs In (+ Monetization)13:33 Actor Content Ideas: Clayton Farris' Creative Process (Observation)16:14 How "That One Rich Couple" Exploded 21:30 Quality vs Quantity: Clayton Farris' Content Strategy for Actors29:53 Finding Your Actor Brand: Beyond Typecasting30:44 How Commercial Work Helps Actors Define Their Type36:59 Early Influences: Neo-Futurism & Chicago Improv Roots37:49 Clayton Farris: Early Acting Lessons & LA Transition Strategy39:18 How Social Media First Impacted Clayton Farris' Career (Vine Days)41:05 The Pandemic Pivot: Instagram Reels & Getting Industry Attention45:10 How Actors Can Get Brand Deals (Clayton Farris Examples: Zappos, Shiseido)56:19 Actor Content Creation Tech: Mics, Cameras & Editing Apps 01:03:21 Final Advice for Actors (Take Your Power Back!)◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️CONNECT WITH CLAYTON FARRIS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claytonfarris https://www.tiktok.com/@claytonfarris4ever◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️CONNECT WITH ANNE:https://www.instagram.com/annealexandersieder/ https://www.instagram.com/act_bold/◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️#ActorSuccessOnline #ClaytonFerris #ContentCreationForActors #ActingCareer #SocialMediaForActors #GetBooked #ViralToBooked #CreateYourOwnWork #ActorCreator #HollywoodRoles #CastingDirector #Filmmaking #ActBoldPodcast #ActingTips

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• 102 | Decode Your Actor Brand with 4 Key Elements

  🎬 Stop guessing what casting wants! This video helps you decode Your Actor Brand using 4 Key Elements so you can stand out authentically. ➡️ Want to see how I could help you? Let's have a conversation: https://zcal.co/actbold/discovery➡️ The ACTOR BRAND DECODER BLUEPRINT: https://www.actboldtraining.com/the-actor-brand-decoderIn this video, we break down your energetic signature (Initial Impact, Energy, Vulnerability, Edge) with no-BS and actionable steps. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️Branding Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYI_WEuxObXRtJu51Gaxmud636o_Xazu◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️⏱️ DISCOVER YOUR BRAND ELEMENTS:00:00 Are You Playing the Audition Chameleon?00:43 Why Authenticity Beats Adaptability for Actors01:03 Decoding Your Energetic Signature: The 4-Part Framework02:10 Actor Brand Element 1: Your Instant Initial Impact04:31 Actor Brand Element 2: Finding Your Natural Energy & Pace06:52 Actor Brand Element 3: The Power of Actor Vulnerability08:06 Actor Brand Element 4: Identifying Your Unique Edge09:49 FREE TOOL: The Actor Brand Decoder Prompt Explained11:30 Next Steps: Owning Your Unique Actor Flavor◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️✨ READY TO GO DEEPER? LET'S CONNECT:Figuring out your actor brand and how to translate it for the industry can be tough alone – we're often too close to see ourselves clearly! If you're a trained actor with a few years under your belt, and you feel like the industry still doesn't quite get you, let's talk. Book a free chat using the link below. We'll dig into your challenges and goals. If I think I can help, I'll explain what that looks like. If not, I promise to still try and point you in the right direction. It's free, so you've got nothing to lose!➡️ Book Your Free Call: https://zcal.co/actbold/discovery◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️Watch Next: What the HECK is Branding for Actors Anyway? (Interview with Elijah Kahn)➡️ https://youtu.be/Lix-kU6PB7U◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️🔗 LINKS & SOCIALS:Say hi on social via Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Act_BoldFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrs.alexandersieder/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/act_bold/ and https://www.instagram.com/annealexandersieder/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annealexandersieder/Websites: http://www.act-bold.com and https://www.actboldtraining.comMy Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ActBold◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️#️⃣ TAGS:#ActorBranding #DecodeYourBrand #EnergeticSignature #ActingTips #CastingDirectorTips #AuthenticActor #PersonalBrandingForActors #ActingCareer #KnowYourType #ActorMarketing #FindYourNiche #4KeyElements #ActBold #AnneAlexanderSieder◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️#ActBold #ActorLife #CreativeCareers #GetBetterRoles➡️ Want to see how I could help you? Let's have a conversation.https://calendly.com/act_bold/discovery➡️ Website: www.actboldtraining.com

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