How to network in person at events, film festivals, panels, house parties, and any other place.
^^ 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.
This sections breakdown how to meet the right people; and communicate effectively and professionally on your journey.
1. Network Up
2. Network laterally
3. Put yourself out there
4. Focus on long term relationships
5. Evaluate your current relationships
Networking Food Chain Seminar:
https://...
Everything you need to know to get the most out of attending a Film Festival
List of over 9000 Film Festivals around the World
https://filmfreeway.com/festivals
(select checkbox: 'film festivals' on the left side of the page | you can also select the country or city you'd like to focus on)
We suggest a movie night for a low maintenance networking event.
1. Tips on inviting the right people
2. Choosing the right movie
3. Become a social connector
What To Do When Your Movie's At A Film Festival
Find Local Actor Friends
Showcases are an incredible way to proactively get your work seen by industry members.
While being 'discovered' is a bit of a rare and unlikely event (as few industry members have the power to hand someone a career), a showcase is one of the few places where a casting director, agent, manager, o...
Let's talk maintaining your casting director network. Don't hold back here - they want to maintain a relationship too.
1. Break through your hesitation
2. Career updates
3. Stay top of mind
4. To postcard or not to postcard
5. Thank you cards
6. Social media tips
7. Reciprocal interest
Invite Up When You Attend Events
Meet With An Actor Or Filmmaker Who's Doing Better Than You
Here's the link to that video Kym mentioned about 'How To Network at a Film Festival':
https://my.secretactorsociety.com/networking-in-person/videos/how-to-network-at-a-film-festival
Offer Yourself As A Reliable Reader
You don't want to be annoying or high maintenance but there are ways to follow up in respectfully with casting directors. Thank you notes are a great way to do this.
In this video we talk about
1. Content of your follow up
2. Recommended time frames
3. Real life examples of success
Maintaining your existing network can be easier and more productive than expanding your network.
After all, if a filmmaker is enough of a fan to hire you once, and you were cool to work with, aren't they the most likely to hire you again?
What if you stayed in touch with the people who already know, love, and have hired you? Aren't they the ones more likely to hire you again?
In this vid, we cover:
1. Email marketing
2. Social Media
3. Find a reason to reconnect in person
Learn How To Network With No Money...
With Kym Jackson, Working Actor, Union Delegate, Coach, Author of The Hollywood Survival Guide & Co-Owner of Secret Actor Society
http://www.hollywoodsguide.com
https://secretactorsociety.vhx.tv
Who are the most important people in the room when networking?
Who should I network with?
Who should ...
Here is a list of over 9000 Film Festivals around the World
https://filmfreeway.com/festivals
(select checkbox: 'film festivals' on the left side of the page | you can also select the country or city you'd like to focus on)
There is no better place to meet filmmakers than at Film Festivals. Which ones will you go to this year?
List of Oscar Qualifying Short Film Festivals:
https://www.oscars.org/sites/oscars/files/93aa_short_festivals.pdf
List of over 9000 Film Festivals around the World
https://filmfreeway.com...
with Darren Darnborough, Co-Founder & CEO of WeAudition.com | Actor & Filmmaker
www.WeAudition.com
www.IMDb.me/darrendarnborough
www.vimeo.com/darrend
How do I start a conversation at a networking event?
What are some good openers for network events?
How do I network?
How do I start networking?...
With Ajarae Coleman, Working Actor, Master Coach, Founder of Acting Resource Guru.
www.ActingResourceGuru.com
What is the best way to stay in touch with industry I have just met?
Should I engage on social media after networking?
Is it better if they have my details or I have theirs?
What is the ...