How I Became an Actor | How I Started My Acting Career
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- For people that want to know how to become an actor, here's my story.
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instead of doing acting class can i do community theater ??
@@serenamahoney2109 yes you can 😃
@@serenamahoney2109Did you watch the video? Kurt emphasizes how important it is to get training. He has continued to get training through his entire career. I’m just getting started myself-am in rehearsals for my very first play, which is being produced by a community theater-and it’s made a huge difference to have taken classes. Of course the play itself is essential experience as well, but I intend to keep taking classes, because the more I learn, the more I realize how much more there is to learn.
what is his your name?
I wish everyone good luck in life
Thank you! Wish you all well!
You too
This comment made my day.💛
That is very kind of you.
I wish it upon you too.
Thanks, you to
God sent this wonderful man to inspire us and help us☺I am honestly grateful to watch your videos and learn from them because I am a 17 year old girl now who wants to be an actress sooner in life and also a film director and yes I am working my way towards and your videos are 101% helpful. Thank you Kurt Yue👊❤
Very happy to help!
good luck
@@ActingCareerCenter i want to see you play Eric Draven/The crow
I'm 16 and Kurt is currently my #1 go-to on anything acting. THANKS KURT!!!!
Good luck, it has been a year now since u posted this comment. I guess you are way closer to ur goal.
Thank you so much for sharing your own journey. I myself am 24 years old and graduated with a whole other discipline thinking I'm "too late" to become an actor. This makes me more optimistic and excited to push for an acting career knowing its still possible, so thank you so much.
How have your acting career been now? It’s been a year. I hope you are doing well with it!
Actors come in all ages.
Also, 24 is really young!
I love watching his videos because they make me want to be an actor more than I'd like now ☺️😊
I, myself, am in IT as a Sys Admin. I decided to try an acting class three years ago and am now hooked.
Your channel has been so helpful :) I booked a job without an agent following your resume video and self tape vid
Congratulations! So happy for you!
Nicccee 😁😀🤗I always watch him even if I don't comment one way or another
The 2 people that disliked....Are going to hell. Why? This man, is here to teach us/give tips to the people that need them. I am thanking TH-cam God that gave me this in my recommendation. Thank you so much for all the tips!
I'm currently a software developer who is learning acting...this is very inspiring. I'm glad to have found another passion!!
Ok this blows my mind. I have been pursuing an acting career for three decades and live in Los Ángeles. The struggle is super real. Drop off, workshops, mailers, classes, networking events, headshots galore, reels, sites, self submitting, managers, agents, still don't have this success. In 2020 went to coding boot camp cause was tired of being broke and needed new actor survival job. Been miserable and depressed cause it's not acting. Had a baby 10 months ago and is also when I stopped my software engineer work but now desperate to work again. Don't want to code, want to act. Here watching your channel trying to demystify what the heck I need to do differently cause 30 years is a long time to want it and have very little success. Ready for things to change. Of course there is a strike but really need to figure this out cause it's still my dream and I'm trying not to be bitter about how easy it was for others. Very frustrated and really want to make my dreams come true.
What a coincidence... I’m a computer science student who wants to be an actress. 😊
Such an inspiring story ❤ you get an agent so quickly! I have friends who finished 5 year acting university and have troubles finding an agent
Hi Kurt! I just want to say that I LOVE YOUR TIPS!! You will be the reason that I get successful!! Love ur content man!!!
From Cleveland too! Born and raised. And I’m currently attending bootcamp for front and back end development lol. This really just blew my mind. I’ve always been into movies, and music and art since I was a kid. I’ve never explored acting, but something in the back of my mind has always pushed me toward it. I feel so alive when I express myself through these mediums. I truly feel like it would be something I am great at. The universe works in mysterious ways! I’m so happy I stumbled upon your channel. I think this was the push I needed 😌
I just wanted to pop in and say THANK YOU for all of your videos! I see so many "acting gurus" online who aren't even actors, they're after a quick buck and try to scam aspiring creatives smh. But I digress, its so refreshing to see a practicing actor giving out helpful tips, thank you for the content!!
Glad you are finding it helpful!
Can i just sya a missive thank you you've helped me learn so much im 22 years old and just started getting into acting ive alway love acting and its taken me nearly 4 years to actually do something about it because i guess i was just to scared and nervous but i appreciate your advise and your channel to help support people ive got my first zoom call with a principle of tue academy of performing arts so hopefully that goes well but honestly thankyou
So glad to hear that you started out as a developer/engineer. I’m in that field too and I’m trying to break into acting as well. Watching your videos:)
That's funny! I'm 20 and studying Data Science right now. Got signed with an Agency for modeling and acting recently. Your videos are the best and very underrated!
Congrats on getting an agent!
My mom and dad want me to become a doctor, yet I'm seeking for another lol.
It makes me sad when I know that I have to continue with the career I've never wanted, but your story inspires me. Now that I feel more encouraged, I will do my best to improve myself. Thank you for sharing your story ^^
I just feel like my life is too boring and that I need more entertainment. One day you might find me on screen without knowing!!
I want to become an actor because It seems fun and I can meet a lot of people see a lot of things the person that did inspire me though was Johnny Depp
and my acting goals is to become a great actor who people can look up to and I can set good examples and make people laugh or make them feel awesome or anything you know
Thank you. I am not an actor yet but I am inspired.
I am 28 and I am starting acting classes in a week. My part time/full time job doesn't pay much. Though I am still trying to get started. I have also been trying to look at a different job to support my passion. I look forward to it, though I am a little scared that I am quite behind on a lot of things.
I don't know if this is a sign of the universe, destiny, or whatever, but I got the same degree in the same career and a few days ago I got my developer software job too. And this video was uploaded on my birthday. Also, I always loved to acting. This is unbelievable, f*ck everything, I'm starting to follow my real path, acting is what I was born to. Thank you, Kurt.
A lot of actors are also software developers. It's a convenient job to have as an actor as long as you work independently and not for some company that has you on a strict schedule. My best friend is also a software developer & actor.Personally I don't believe in destiny - if you want it, go get it. I'm an actor because I love to act, not because I think it's my "destiny".
Eveyone is an actor but not Everyone can sustain themselves
Thank you for sharing your story! It's inspiring to hear that we can follow our dreams even if the dream happened a little later in life.
2:50 I’m not sure that it is possible to look cool as a software developer in a cubicle. Trust me. I’ve tried, too lol, but you definitely looked cooler than I ever did 😆
"There might be something that surprises you"
2 minutes later: "I studied computer science"
Me, a computer science major:
Ummm... is this a sign?
Such a good channel, and an inspiring video. Thank you Kurt for sharing your experiences and learning with us. It really does make a difference!
Same!!! In the same boat. Sounds like a sign to me
I actually purchased Programming with Mosh, and I’m studying coding without getting my degree because I want a degree in Fine Arts
Same
Kurt, you’re amazing. Thanks for sharing your story with us.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences ❤️ 😊
Thanks for tips, i wanna become an actor and startup little by little. My biggest dream is to be in Cobra Kai, but as some side character. Thank You again. ❤️❤️❤️
You have certainly become my acting coach. I appreciate all of your content. I just graduated with a degree in International Affairs this past Fall but I know deep down I want to be a creative. Of course my parents aren’t too fond. However, I’m officially taking acting classes this Tuesday for an entire Spring semester. I’ve certainly learned that I have to overcome my fears and doubts and do what makes me happy! God bless ❤️
Thankyou very much sir for opened up my eyes in the acting career. Iam 24 now and i had studied for a very different career even iam not interested. I have so much interest in acting but i am afraid to take a career change because i am confused whether iam taking the right choice. This video really changed my vision. 💯
Like I said in one of your other videos; I’m from Ohio and I still currently live here and theirs really nothing going on with the film production industry around Ohio especially around Zanesville Ohio: it’s like walking into a ghost town, I need to be in your shoes but I just don’t know where to start honestly because I want this career it would be my passion to pursue something like this. I don’t mind working a regular job but I just don’t see myself doing the same job for the rest of my life I would rather follow out a job that I’m passionate about and to get to know people more…I’t would be a dream ; I’m 20 as of this year and I’m working at a job that I don’t like I’m making good money but I just don’t like the job it’s just not for me, when I get their I just don’t feel the excitement of getting something done like I would acting out on a small film or a Tv set or in general just in front of people I really like to entertain people and I can’t do that at a normal work place; life is really dull if you don’t go for what you’re passionate about I’m really starting to understand that so I was going to search for some acting classes near me or save up money for a couple years or so and take off to go to a known acting school; I’m going to give it my all on this career I need it.
I love hearing your story, it’s very inspiring!
Already watched more than a handful of your videos, you're like an... indirect mentor! I can't thank you enough for the advice you've given, it's really expanded by understanding on what needs to be sacrificed and the kind of dedication I need to put forward. Keep being awesome, Mr. Yue!
Thank you for this video. This may not been a tutorial video but it did help me tremendously.
doesn't this feel like we are preparing ourselves to graduate high school all over again is like senior year XD
I’m 15 turning 16 in September and I used to act in elementary school and I let go but I really wanna act again but I live in Delaware so it’s hard cause we have nothing here and barley any acting classes so it’s harder for me to do it and then I’m actually thinking about this show called the renewal
Almost every acting teacher in the world is now teaching online classes. And if the problem is location - move to a different location when you're old enough and don't be scared to step out of your comfort zone. "That which hinders your task... IS your task" - Sanford Meisner
Kurt Yue I wanted to say thank you for your recommendation of my studio!
Thank you for sharing your story! I love hearing about everyone's journey. Truly remarkable!
So glad I found this channel
I’m also from Cleveland! I got to 1st Team Actor’s Studio in Westlake!
Thank you for sharing! Loved hearing about your story, thats so great!
Wow, great story of yours! Its a gamble to change careers but i think if you have the passion, you will succeed.
Really enjoying this Kurt. I was a programmer for many years as well.
Thank you for your inspiring channel and your story! I am in IT as well and was part of Toastmasters and now taking acting lessons. Inspired by your story for sure!
Same. Except for Toastmasters LOL. I'm a software engineer and took theater as a kid. Who knows what the futures holds...
good luck everyone i cheer and support your journey one who is reading it now.
hope to see you in big screen soon
for me it was my dream since i was a kid came to japan got enrolled in acting and talent colz paid up to $20000 just for a dream with overwork😢😢😢.
now i am near 30 and realized i came to wrong place there is no chance to get even small roles here in japan.
now im confused 😢 should i go to acting school in usa again and audition but that is another loss of money.
i have sucesfully become a salary man here but still i am not able to give up on my dream😢😢
it is heartbreaking to have big dreams when you are from a poor family .
Kurt, you're the best!
I was so stressed and had so many questions in my mind, this video solved everything. Thank you. 💛
Good day sir
My name is Elizabeth
I'm 14 years old and I really want to be an actress but today my family friend told me that he's not seeing it in me. That if it was a dj I wanted to be he would be supportive because he knows I love music then he said I should practice but I'm just confused because first what he said got me weak and secondly I really don't know what to practice sir
And that's why I'm here, sir could you please tell me what to do and what to practice to convince him that I really want to be an actress and I will be.
I worked 22 years as a Firefighter/Paramedic, retired at 48, ( I had real estate investments), took an Improv class on a lark, 2 years later doing show, then student films. Now I'm in LA and have Guest Starred on Criminal Minds, NCIS, MacGyver, and more. We all have different paths to this job.
you were smart, you had fin. base to launch an acting career, too many folks don't do it this way, happy for your success
So inspiring, love to hear your story puts so much into perspective for me.
I cannot thank you enough for these videos!! I am so inspired and so happy for you and your journey! 🥰
Always inspiration.... 😍😍😍😍
Love your videos. I’m at a point where I’m confident enough to pursue acting, something I’ve wanted to do ever since I was young in the Caribbean. My ONLY concern and anxiety is my age. I’m 35. I know it’s not practical to think negatively about that. Is this something you can attest to? Not trying to call out your age 🙃
Honestly, your story resonates with me. I've been in and out of acting my entire life. I have a computer engineering degree which is similar to that of the computer science degree. I've was sold the idea that the art industry will just lead me to being broke my entire life. Hearing your story inspires me to atleast take that first step and get some professional classes and see where life takes me while I keep working on my industry. Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
Just Seen you in the super bowl commercial congratulations 🍾 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
It's so interesting hearing this story. I'm only just now getting serious about acting and taking lessons but for the past four years I've worked in BG and stand in work. My main job is working in IT for a large investment company and had to call in sick and take vacation for fittings and to work on set. It's interesting hearing that someone went through those same battles with their main job
I am 28, doing acting for 2 years now, also want to escape corporate and do this...but it feels so impossible, ty for the video you are a great person
I walked into that acting school for the first time at 26, so not to far from you.
I’ve never appreciated living near Atlanta more
Very interesting to her the same story as I have 😂 Iam working as an System Engenieer and next month I will move to Berlin, where my agency is located. I take acting classes since 2017 and Iam 24 years old. I would like to book a zoom workshop with you to get some unique tips for starting an acting career in a new big city where the productions are. I am looking forward to your answer :)
You can check out my upcoming workshops here
www.actingcareercenter.com/workshops
Or you can book a private Zoom consultation here:
form.jotform.com/203157276256154
When you started with your acting classes, did you have classes with people your age?
I was also a computer science major and worked in the corporate world before pursuing acting!
i am so happy that I can actually get a mentor like you, I believe I will become not just a good actor but also an inspirational actor like you 🙃💕
Awesome story!
11:40
kurt : i will take 6 off
everyone: 6 what minute hour days
kurt: years
Great contents Kurt…🤝🏼
Hello Kurt! Thank you so much for all of the information you have delivered and brought to the surface about acting. I do have a question though!
When you first started to get into acting/interested, why did you choose acting? What is your “why”? I started to take classes back in late 2021, but other priorities had come up.
I have not gone back yet, and I am having a hard time making the decision to jump on the boat to go all in on acting.
What are some reasons to not start acting? What are some reasons why you should become an actor/model?
Thank you in advance, I hope you see this!
My why was simply because it was fun and I enjoyed it. I had no expectations that it would become anything more than a hobby that I did for my own enjoyment.
Reasons not to pursue acting: for the money/for the fame
Reasons to pursue acting: for the love of the craft, for the love of working in a creative medium, for the love of working in a collaborative field
@@ActingCareerCenter I disagree with u , all the biggest stars love the pussy , money 🤑💰, fame and lambos ! What's wrong with that ? I want a Lambo Aventador and murcilago !
also I'm a big fan thank you for all of your videos I hope I can act with you one day too that would be awesome
What is your Instagram Kurt?
just my first and last name
Just found and fell in love with your channel. Re: continuing training, isn't the networking/friendships aspect important too? I feel lifelong friendships happening that would never happen otherwise.
100%!
Hi Kurt, I'm in Korea. Nice to meet you :) I want to learn acting using Online. Could you recommend Online acting class?
Here are a couple places where I have taken classes online:
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes/
You should do a video on how too become an actor as a kid
He didn't become an actor as a kid. He was already working as a software engineer. I didn't start acting as a kid either buy my best friend is a producer/director who has cast kids in commercials that he produced & directed. It can be hard to get work if you're under 16 because production needs a special permit (which costs $600) from the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement- otherwise they're violating child labor laws, at least here in California. That doesn't mean you can't be an actor but it's something to keep in consideration.
Other than that I think the only advice I could give is the same I'd give to anyone else - get into an acting class. If your school has one (most do) get into it. If they don't have one; find a school in your area - sign up for classes (with parents consent of course). If there's no acting schools in your area and your school doesn't offer a "theater" class - almost every acting teacher in the world is now teaching online classes via Zoom. My teacher is Kathleen Randazzo from Playhouse West, her teacher was Jeff Goldblum and Jeff's teacher was Sanford Meisner. And she does teach an online class but don't just sign up with her because I mentioned her name. Check out as many teachers as you can and find the one that's right for YOU.
What happened to your friend? 😂
Thank you for sharing your story! I find it to be super inspiring. I think moving to Atlanta, Georgia might be the next move in my own acting career. I love your videos as a wonderful resource to help guide and encourage my career and that potential move. Do you happen to have any favorite acting classes in Atlanta that may offer zoom options that you can recommend? I would love to start getting plugged in! I would love to take some zoom classes with Atlanta teachers & students from my home in Houston,Texas. Thank you !!
Highly recommend Drama Inc www.dramainc.net All of their classes are online now
@@ActingCareerCenter Awesome! Thank you! Any specific courses or teachers at Drama Inc that you think are a must for all actors or those of us wanting to make it our career?
@@porquestasaquii any of their on camera classes are great as well as the script analysis and scene study class. Tell them I referred you!
@@ActingCareerCenter sweet! And yes, you bet! I’ll look into classes this week. Thanks again !
they say "no risk , no history" so i shall make my history great
I guess I'm not the only one pursuing an Engineering degree currently lol :(
My best friend is also an actor who was previously a software engineer & he has another friend that was doing software before he became an actor. I did Information Technology work before I became an actor. It's funny because we all had very "left brain" analytical occupations before going into the very "right brain"; artistic & emotional profession of acting.
Thank you for this! Your videos are really helpful. Did you have to get a new agent when you moved to Atlanta? And did your previous agent refer you or did you go through your acting classes again?
When I moved to Atlanta I got a new agent in Atlanta. I got a referral from another actor that I had met who was already with that agency
after 7 years of working as PT, and 2 acting courses that I took as hobby, 2023 - let’s go full in on acting 😅 in 3 weeks - 2 auditions, got 1 job (couldn’t take because travel) did pro headshots and applied for 50+ roles. Maybe I didn’t try hard enough before 😬
I'm curious, how do you feel about the Pittsburgh area for film and TV? I live close to Pittsburgh, and I've worked as background and featured background on a tv show and several movies. Pennsylvania is getting more and more productions to come here, also because of their tax credit for film and tv. Also, thank you for taking the time to help others who have the same dream that you have brought to life. All of your videos are jam packed with great info and tips! Thanks again, and I'm looking forward to working with you some day.
I'm not familiar enough with the state of film and television production in the Pittsburgh area to be able to give my opinion on that. Use other actors in the market as a barometer. Are you consistently seeing local actors in major television shows and movies? I can definitively say that about Atlanta. My friends have been in Stranger Things, Walking Dead, Cobra-Kai, Marvel movies, Disney movies, and many more.
Can you give me some good online acting classes? because of corona and I really want to start an acting career btw love your videos.
Here are a couple I recommend!
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes/
Thank you
hey Kurt! do you have any recommendations for me if I want to start acting as a teenager under 18 if there aren't many tv shows and movies filmed in my city? your videos help me A LOT, thank you so much!
My answer to everyone is to start with acting classes. If your school has classes do those. If not, look for private classes outside of school. If your city doesn't have any acting teachers, you can look online. Here are a couple I recommend with online classes
Houde School of Acting:
www.houdeschoolofacting.com/online-registration
Drama Inc:
dramainc.net/open-classes/
I want you to help me to become a professional actor
Thank you Kurt, would like to ask for your opinion (as much as just "commiserating"!)- Had tried industry from writing route, knew some already working in TV, did college/community theater; light exposure, but... dropped it from "real" statistics on making it, didn't want 500 auditions over 5 years (had how live during), etc.
Did "day job"; became school teacher. Hard job, but years go by. Now still grind my teeth when I see a great performance, or just went to a convention, and see those on a series talking on a panel or selling photos (but .... truth is, how'd they get there, yes?)
Question... 1) continue lament/missed something(?), 2) go back still try now (age 40/50 on?), 3) or know it is a hard gig , okay did something else/yes, would be nice to do a casted role, but....and just don't cry at seeing those at conventions? :)
Not discounting just do what can- keep writing, maybe TH-cam even a small channel... Maybe self-tapes still ... that's something? And now with "extra" work possible cut, strikes cutting out a lot...?
Thank you for help and work!
Kurt, I really hope to work with you on a project some day soon 😊
I really love acting it feels like a part of me but where I come from they don't have any way in helping me I just feel free as I act and I would like to begin act
Where do you recommend taking acting classes in Atlanta? I am here also! I have gone to audits at Alliance Theater, Greg Alan Actor's Workshop Studio, and Professional Actor's Studio on Piedmont Rd. Do you attend one of these? If not, where are great classes to take? Thank you!
How I’m starting my career I’m going to start auditioning for commercial and see we’re it goes
You already helped me so much in my acting journey. I barely even started and thanks to your videos I already got an audition for an indie movie. Thank you so much for everything!
I almost thought the title said I farted
Hello, I’m a teenager from a small city. I was just wondering where to start. I’ve never been in a play or gone into acting but I want to start I just don’t know where. I would just like some guidance in how to start!
Best way to start is with acting classes. If your school has drama classes, take those. Or search for private acting classes or coaches in your city or in the nearest big city. Or you can look for acting classes online that hare done via Zoom.
How are you I have a question so my cousin and I are pursuing an career in acting im a beginner and work a full time job as well I live in Virginia would you say Virginia is a good state for starting an acting career? I’m also going to make an account and start acting classes on backstage and actors access I would want to know your opinion on how to go about this?
Thank you so much Kurt, you have no idea how much I can relate. The going to an audition during your lunch break part haha I’ve been there. Btw the timing is perfect, I was about to ask you if you could make a video about your journey. I’ve been feeling a little stuck because I thought I would be better off going all in on software development (I am junior, almost semi senior) and then fully pursue acting but now I don’t know, I have no idea how long that’s going to take, plus, I already know where my heart lies... I guess I just need to be more patient and change my priorities a little bit so I don’t end up so stressed out about it. On another note, due to the nature of your previous profession, did you approach acting more analytically at first as well? I am slowly becoming better at not thinking that much, specially in improv. Take care!! 💕💕
Totally get the mental struggle. I walked away from a high paying career to do something that was going to be riskier and earn much less. I still don't make as much as I used to as a software developer, even with my multiple side hustles, but I am 10 times happier than I was back then. Wouldn't trade it for the world.
I definitely approached acting very analytically when I started and still probably do more than most other people. I don't think it's a bad thing though. Everybody has their own method and mine seems to be working well for me.
@@ActingCareerCenterI really needed this right now. I am miserable with software engineering and want my acting career to take off so bad. I've been pursuing an acting career for 3 decades and so don't have your results. I went to coding boot camp in 2020 so I could increase my income so I could funnel that money into acting (headshots, reels, training, etc) . I stopped coding 10 months ago when I had my baby and now the money has run out and there is a strike (not that I was making money from acting anyway). I really want an acting career more than anything else and feel it more intensely now that I have a baby. Trying to figure out if I should force myself to be a software engineer again or get my side hustle on. Side hustles aren't acting either. Def thought TH-cam for one side hustle. What are all your side hustles? Also any thoughts for someone who been chasing this dream for 30+ years and still does not have your results?
Hi Kurt! I Just meet your channel and i'm watching your all videos! I'm from Brazil and I have a dream to became a actor here in USA and also study there. Do you have any advice for a person like me? I'm 18 years old and I never study anything about acting, I'll start next year and gonna try go there in 2022 to study and I hope became a actor.
I'll be nice if you can tell any advice for me, I recognized you from Venom and will watch more videos. Thanks for reading 😊
My best advice is what you already said. Start taking acting class now and improve yourself as an actor before anything else. If you are planning to move to the US, do your research on what city is best for you. New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta are the three biggest markets for actors right now.
Hey sir, I'm a 14 years old girl from Germany and I'd love to be an actor in the USA one day. I just don't know where to start and how to make my dream come true...
Work on perfecting an American accent first. I have a friend at school (an acting school) who's from Germany and I had no idea she was from Germany for about six weeks because she never spoke with a German accent. BTW, she was 18 when she arrived in the US and started training immediately. She perfected her American accent before she even came over here & the reason that's a good idea is because most of the roles you're going to be submitting for are not going to be looking for someone with a German accent. I would say make that priority #1 & #2, get into an acting class right now; where you already are then CONTINUE training after you arrive in the US.
I have lots of friends that came here from other countries and occasionally they have problems with their Visa and end up having to go back home; figure things out; some never come back. And I think it's because there's different types of Visa's like a student Visa; an Entertainment Visa and the problem with getting an Entertainment Visa is that you can ONLY do entertainment work which you're not going to be able to survive on and pay your rent. Not starting out anyway, unless your family is rich and willing to pay for your food; housing; training; headshots; etc. I think it's best to get a student Visa because you'll want to continue training after you get here anyway PLUS you can get a regular job in order to pay your rent and pay for acting classes. But of course I'm not an expert on US Immigration laws - that's something you're going to have to research on your own. I just know that it's something which can hold you back if you get the wrong kind of Visa.
well he took classes for 8 years...so no wonder he got roles.
Kurt - if you find this message, I am an Atlanta area wanna-be actor, with a quick question. Do you have any tips for finding local commercials and local industrials in the Metro area if you don’t yet have an agent? I am in Marketing full time, but would love to start with some small local projects.
Casting websites like Actors Access and Casting Networks allow you to browse and submit for public auditions without an agent.
Thanks !
Hi Kurt! This video is so encouraging because I took some of the same steps as you especially making the difficult decision to leave my job due to the fact that it tied up so much of my time. Anyway, I was wondering about when you moved to ATL and had multiple auditions in a week, were you still using the same agent you used in Cleveland or did you have to start over with searching for auditions yourself and then finding an agent based in ATL? I'm in NYC so I know this is a good place to cast my net but things are moving pretty slow. Also, I'm curious to any recommendations for side hustles that don't involve waitressing lol.
What an inspiring story!!!! Anything is possible with humility and hard work!!!!
Hi Kurt! Thanks so much for your informative videos- your channel has been so helpful for a beginning actor like myself. As a fellow Asian American, I was wondering what your experience has been like as an AA actor. I've heard that it's much harder to land roles as an AA (and there are very few written specifically for us), so I was curious if racial bias has been evident for you as you've progressed along your career. Thanks!
To be honest, I think being Asian has helped me much more than it has hurt me. There is a huge push for diversity in Hollywood right now.
@@ActingCareerCenter That's reassuring to hear! Thanks so much for replying.