Karen Workman
New Zealand born Karen has lived in the USA since 1993 and is the author of the invaluable resource book for parents of aspiring child actors, 'Baby Steps'.
https://babystepstohollywood.com/
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She gained her Doctorate in Piano performance from the Cleveland Institute of Music in 1993, then relocated to Los Angeles, CA where she now resides.
Of her four children, three are currently working in the entertainment industry. Since beginning the journey with them, Karen has spent countless hours in her car, driving to jobs and auditions, and having all the classes and meetings with agents, managers, casting directors, directors and SAG that you can imagine.
She has also had the privilege of hosting an industry based web series, where she has interviewed some of the top professionals in the industry.
Karen regularly speaks at industry events and her book Baby Steps is an invaluable resource for parents of aspiring child actors. While the children began as child actors, they are now young adults, working as actors, and in their various capacities as writers, directors, production assistants, assistant directors, and script supervisors. As their mum, Karen wholeheartedly supports her children’s dreams and talents, but her main objective is to nurture their health, well-being, and confidence as human beings, a passion which she extends to all clients.
Karen is uniquely positioned as a coach to parents of actors, and brings her enthusiasm for the industry, her concerns as a parent, and her love for spending hours and hours on film and tv sets into everything she does.
https://babystepstohollywood.com/
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Type any question you have about acting, and you'll find the answer you need provided by experts, educators, working actors, and/or SAG-AFTRA board members working in the industry today.
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^^ PLEASE USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION ABOVE! ^^
Type any question you have about acting, and you'll find the answer you need provided by experts, educators, working actors, and/or SAG-AFTRA board members working in the industry today.
Please email [email protected] with any question that has not been answered and we will add the answer ASAP.
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Meet Karen Workman: Mother Of Actors & Life Coach
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Does My Child Need An Agent Or Manager?
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How Do I Become My Child's Manager?
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Are There Agents That Just Work With Child Actors?
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My Child Won A Competition & They Want A Fee To Join An Agency - Scam?
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Should My Child Join SAG-AFTRA?
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What Tools Does My Child Need To Pursue Acting?
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How Much Does Formal Education Impact An Actors Career?
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My Child's Agency Is Forcing Us To Use Their Photographer - Is That Normal?
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If My Child Needs A Parent Present On Set, Do I Get Paid For My Time Also?
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My Child Isn't Very Talented But They Really Want To Act - What Can I Do?
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Will Production Provide Schooling For My Teen?
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What Are Some General Tips On How My Teen Should Behave On Set?
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My Teen Isn't Doing Their Best Work, Can I Step In And Direct My Child?
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Is It Dangerous For My Child To Become An Internet Celebrity?
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How Can I Care For My Teen's Mental Health As They Pursue Acting?
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Can I Attend My Teen's Auditions?
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How Do I Balance My Teen's School Around Their Acting Commitments?
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How Much Should Headshots Cost For A Child Actor?
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How Much Will It Cost To Get My Child Started With An Agent?
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